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INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
® ®
Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender/Food Processor BFP-703 Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place chopping blade/cutting IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS assembly on base unless the blender jar or food processor work bowl is properly attached. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should 14. Always operate blender or food processor with the cover in place. always be followed, including the following: 15. Never leave your blender or food processor unattended while 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. running. 2. T o protect
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CONTENTS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Blender NOTICE Blender Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This appliance has a polarized plug
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8c. Food Processor Button BLENDER FEATURES AND Is preset to the best speed for all food processing tasks. Always use this button when food processing. This speed may also be used with BENEFITS blender jar. 9. Slip-Proof Feet 1. Cover Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on Just press on; no turning or twisting required. Tightfitting seal countertops or tables. resists leakage. 10. Hidden Cord Storage Compartment (not shown) 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid Keeps coun
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• Do not place ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids in a blender jar BLENDER ASSEMBLY, that has come directly from a hot dishwasher. • Do not place very hot liquids or foods in a blender jar that has come USE AND CARE directly from the freezer. Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes ® ® To use your Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender/Food Processor, before being placed in blender jar. begin by assembling the blender jar. • Follow Cleaning and Maintenance instructions on page 7 prior t
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Tip: Liquid ingredients can be measured in the measured pour lid, using button. Repeat as desired. You determine the duration of each pulse. the measurement marking. Solid ingredients can be added by simply While pulsing, all indicator lights (the On, the Pulse, and the desired dropping them through the fill area into the blender jar. Replace the speed) will glow. measured pour lid after adding ingredients. The Pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food Note: To remove
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE FOR BLENDER FUNCTION ® ® Always unplug your Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender/Food To activate blender Press On- The blender is in On mode. Processor from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts that are easy to clean. Before first use To begin blending Press desired speed button. and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all To change speeds Press desired speed b
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• When using food pr ocessor, pulses should be short bursts. Space DO’S AND DON’TS WHEN USING the pulses so the blades stop rotating between pulses. YOUR BLENDER/FOOD Don’t: PROCESSOR • Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar or food processor work bowl. • When using blender , don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring Do: onto motor base without the blender jar attached. • Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that • Blender or food pr ocessor
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FOOD PROCESSOR FEATURES 1. Food pusher with oil dispenser 2. Work bowl cover with feed tube Food pusher with oil dispenser (1) 3. Stainless steel chopping blade 4. Stainless steel reversible slicing/shredding disc Work bowl cover with feed tube (2) 5. Adapter stem 6. Clear work bowl Stainless steel chopping blade (3) 7. Gearbox collar 8. Motor base Used for both the blender jar and the food processor bowl Stainless steel reversible slicing/shredding disc (4) Adapter stem (5) W
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FOOD PROCESSOR ASSEMBLY FOR SLICING AND SHREDDING FOOD PROCESSOR ASSEMBLY, 1. Hold collar in one hand and bowl handle in the other . Twist bowl clockwise onto collar. USE AND CARE 2. Place collar with bowl onto motor base with handle facing front. Please note that the bowl with collar will fit on the base in eight different 3. Place adapter stem onto the center shaft. To slice: Attach disc to positions. The handle can be in front or on either side and the feed tube stem with the raised
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release control switch. Try it a few times. food is chopped as fine as you want it. Check frequently through clear cover or bowl to avoid chopping too fine. Use a plastic spatula You control the duration and frequency of pulses by the length of time to scrape down any pieces that stick to inside of bowl. you hold the Food Processor button down and the rate at which you press it. Allow enough time between pulses to let food in work bowl fall Onions and other food with a high water content tur
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Here are two ways to prevent it from falling out: Holding work bowl collar, turn work bowl counterclockwise and lift it straight up to remove it from base. 1. Befor e tilting bowl, use spatula to remove food from around blade. Carefully remove blade by the plastic hub. 2. Hold top of blade in place with finger or spatula while pouring out processed food. RECIPE TIPS At this point, you may either lift the work bowl off motor base or hold You’ll find many easy ways to prepare savory, healt
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Grinding Spices For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must be clean and dry. Add ¼ to ½ cup of spices, seeds or peppercorns to blender jar. Blend on Food Processor speed for 30 to 35 seconds. Turn blender off. Whipping Cream Whip 1 cup of cream (whipping or heavy cream) at a time. Blend on mix, and process for 45 to 60 seconds or until creamy and smooth. If making sweetened cream, add sugar after 10 seconds. Turn blender off. Makes about 1 cup. Puréeing Sun-Dried Tomatoes Rehy
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General Guidelines for Preparing Foods for Slicing and Shredding Food To Prepare for Slicing To Prepare for Shredding For long shreds, cut into largest size that will fit sideways Cut into even lengths about 1 inch shorter than height Long narrow foods like carrots, celery, in feed tube. Stack in feed tube to about 1 inch from top. of feed tube. Stand pieces upright in feed tube, flat cucumbers, and zucchini For shorter shreds, stand pieces upright in feed tube, flat side down, adding
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(strawberries, bananas, peaches) RECIPES ® ® Place ingredients in the Cuisinart SmartPower Duet blender jar in ® ® For use with the Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender only. order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and process on ® Before following any of these Cuisinart recipes, make sure the food processor speed until slushy, about 45 to 50 seconds. Turn ® SmartPower Duet Blender/Food Processor is properly assembled. blender off. Follow the Assembly directions on page 5
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Margarita MILK SHAKES & FRAPPES Makes four 4-ounce servings Orange Creamsicle ½ cup lime juice Makes one 12-ounce serving 4 ounces tequila 1 tablespoon sugar ¾ cup fat-free milk 2 cups ice cubes 2 scoops (8 ounces) orange sherbet 2 tablespoons instant nonfat dry milk ® ® Place ingredients in the Cuisinart SmartPower Duet blender jar in ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and process on food processor speed until slushy, about 45 to 60
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Cappuccino Shake Mocha Shake Makes four 8-ounce servings Makes one 12-ounce serving 1 cup espresso or strong coffee 1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals ½ cup half-and-half 1 tablespoon hot water ¼ cup sugar* ½ cup reduced fat milk 1 cup ice cubes 2 scoops (8 ounces) vanilla low-fat frozen yogurt or ground cinnamon vanilla ice milk 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup ® Place all ingredients except cinnamon in the Cuisinart SmartPower ® ® Duet blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender ja
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Banana-Pineapple Freeze Tomato Sauce Makes two 8-ounce servings Makes four 2-ounce servings 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 1 28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, drained ½ medium banana, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 medium shallots, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup instant nonfat dry milk ½ teaspoon dried oregano 1 cup ice cubes ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon sugar ® ® Place ingredients in the Cuisinart SmartPower Duet blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender on an
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Variation: Substitute other ripe fruits such as peaches, pears or fresh BABY FOOD apricots. Puréed Squash Puréed Peaches Makes four 2-ounce servings Makes nine 2-ounce servings 1 medium acorn squash (about 1¼ pounds) 4 medium peaches (about 6 ounces each), peeled, pits ¼ cup water removed, cut into 1-inch pieces ½ cup water Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Place in a microwave-safe dish with 2 tablespoons of water, cover with plastic wrap, and cook until soft, about 12 to 14 minutes.
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® smooth, about 30 seconds. Turn blender off. Scrape blender jar with a Cuisinart Crêpes spatula. Turn blender on and continue blending on Purée for 30 seconds longer. Turn blender off. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator Makes sixteen crêpes (about 8 to 9-inch diameter) for up to 1 week, or freeze in individual portions for up to 2 months. 2 1 /3 cups warm water Note: For a thinner consistency, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk. 3 tablespoons softened butter, cut into 1-inch p
