KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper

1. Introducción y másview

This compact and lightweight KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper (Model KFC3516BM) is designed for everyday use, offering efficient solutions for quickly chopping, mixing, and pureeing various ingredients. It is ideal for preparing fresh fruits and vegetables, mincing herbs like parsley, chives, or garlic, and creating smooth purees for baby food or soup bases. The integrated drizzle basin allows for easy incorporation of liquid ingredients, perfect for making mayonnaise, dressings, and sauces.

Image: KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper in Matte Black, showcasing su diseño compacto.

2. Características principales

• Convenient 3.5 Cup Work Bowl: Features a locking blade, handle, and pour spout for easy serving. The bowl is dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup.
• Diseño compacto: Small, countertop-friendly footprint with simple cord wrap for easy storage.
• 2 velocidades y función de pulso: Provides coarse or fine results, suitable for chunky pico de gallo, creamy hummus, smooth sauces, or dressings.
• Llovizna Basin: Easily incorporate liquid ingredients while processing for sauces and dressings.
• Hoja multiusos de acero inoxidable: Designed for precise chopping or pureeing, and locks in place for convenient pouring.

3. Componentes del producto

The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper includes the following main components:

• Base de poder
• 3.5 Cup Work Bowl with Handle and Pour Spout
• Lid with Drizzle Basin
• Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Blade

Imagen: Desmontada view of the food chopper, showing the power base, work bowl, lid, and blade.

4. Configuración

1. Deshacer: Retire con cuidado todas las piezas del embalaje.
2. Limpio: Wash the work bowl, lid, and blade in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher before first use. Wipe the power base with a damp paño.
3. Armar:
   • Place the work bowl onto the power base, ensuring it is securely seated.
   • Carefully place the stainless steel multi-purpose blade onto the center post inside the work bowl.
   • Add your ingredients to the work bowl.
   • Place the lid onto the work bowl, aligning the handle and ensuring it locks into place.
4. Conecte la electricidad: Conecte el cable de alimentación a una toma eléctrica adecuada.

5. Instrucciones de funcionamiento

The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper offers two speeds and a pulse function for versatile food preparation.

1. Añadir ingredientes: Place desired ingredients into the work bowl. Do not overfill beyond the maximum fill line.
2. Tapa segura: Ensure the lid is properly aligned and locked onto the work bowl.
3. Seleccionar función:
   • Cortar: For coarse chopping, press and hold the 'Chop' button. Use short pulses for greater control over consistency.
   • Puré: For fine chopping, mixing, or pureeing, press and hold the 'Puree' button. Hold longer for smoother results.
   • Llovizna Basin: When making dressings or mayonnaise, slowly pour liquids through the drizzle basin opening in the lid while the chopper is operating.
4. Consistencia del monitor: Observe the ingredients through the transparent work bowl to achieve your desired consistency.
5. Detener operación: Release the button to stop the chopper. Unplug the appliance before removing the lid or blade.

Imagen: Arriba view of the food chopper, highlighting the Chop and Puree controls on the lid.

Image: The food chopper in use, processing chickpeas, demonstrating its practical application.

6. Mantenimiento y limpieza

Proper care ensures the longevity and performance of your food chopper.

• Desenchufar: Always unplug the food chopper from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
• Piezas aptas para lavavajillas: The work bowl, lid, and chopping blade are dishwasher safe. Place them on the top rack for best results.
• Lavado a mano: For hand washing, use warm, soapy water. Exercise caution when handling the sharp blade.
• Base de poder: Limpie la base de energía con un anuncioamp paño. No sumerja la base de alimentación en agua ni en ningún otro líquido.
• Almacenamiento: Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling or storing. Use the integrated cord wrap for tidy storage.

7. Solución de problemas

• El aparato no arranca: Ensure the work bowl and lid are correctly assembled and locked into place. The chopper has safety interlocks that prevent operation if not properly assembled. Check that the power cord is securely plugged into a working outlet.
• Inconsistent Chopping: Ensure ingredients are cut into uniform, smaller pieces before processing. Do not overfill the work bowl. Use the pulse function for better control over consistency.
• Sobrecalentamiento del motor: If the motor stops during operation, it may be due to overheating. Unplug the unit and let it cool down for at least 30 minutes before resuming use. Reduce the load or processing time.

8. Especificaciones

9. Garantía y soporte

Para obtener información sobre la garantía, el registro del producto o asistencia técnica, consulte el sitio web oficial de KitchenAid. webSitio web o contacte con el servicio de atención al cliente. Conserve el recibo de compra para reclamaciones de garantía.

10. Información importante de seguridad

• Lea todas las instrucciones antes de utilizar el aparato.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the power base in water or other liquid.
• Es necesaria una estrecha supervisión cuando cualquier aparato sea utilizado por niños o cerca de ellos.
• Desconéctelo del tomacorriente cuando no esté en uso, antes de colocar o quitar piezas y antes de limpiarlo.
• Evite el contacto con piezas móviles.
• No opere ningún electrodoméstico con un cable o enchufe dañado o después de que el electrodoméstico haya fallado, o se haya caído o dañado de alguna manera.
• El uso de accesorios no recomendados o vendidos por KitchenAid puede provocar incendios, descargas eléctricas o lesiones.
• No utilizar en exteriores.
• No deje que el cable cuelgue del borde de la mesa o mostrador.
• No permita que el cable entre en contacto con superficies calientes.
• Asegúrese siempre de que la tapa esté bien cerrada antes de utilizar el aparato.
• Las cuchillas están afiladas. Tratar con cuidado.