Moulinex DPA141 Electric Food Chopper Instruction Guide

: June 13, 2024
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Table of Contents

Moulinex DPA141 Electric Food Chopper
DESCRIPTION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USING YOUR APPLIANCE
BLENDER JUG FUNCTION (ACCORDING TO MODEL)
CLEANING
ACCESSORIES
FAQ’s
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Moulinex DPA141 Electric Food Chopper

DESCRIPTION

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A Motor base
B Grinder/chopping bowl
C Blade
D Lid
E Blender jug
F Blender jug lid
G Measuring cap
H On/Off button
I Vegetable cutter unit
J Feed disc
K Vegetable cutter disc (reversible)
L Vegetable cutter lid
M Vegetable cutter pusher
N Juicing unit
O Filter
P Juicer lid
Q Juicer pusher

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read the instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time and retain them for future reference: the manufacturer cannot accept any liability for noncompliant appliance use.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capacities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged. The power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid danger.
Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended before assembling, disassembling, or cleaning.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
This appliance shall not be used by children.
Remember: you may injure yourself if you use the appliance incorrectly.
Handle the chopping blades very carefully when emptying the bowl and during cleaning: they are extremely sharp.
This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or whose experience or knowledge is not sufficient, provided they are supervised or have received instruction to use the device safely and understand the dangers.
Children shall not play with the appliance
Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the food processor or blender as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
Do not use the juicer if the rotating sieve (O: filter) or the protecting cover (P: juicer lid) is damaged or has visible cracks.
To avoid any risk of the juicer filter breaking, change it at the first sign of wear or deterioration. It should be replaced every 2 years, on average, when in use daily.
Switch off the appliance and disconnect from the supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
It is not intended to be used in the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply to:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
- farmhouses;
- by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
Check that the power supply voltage of your appliance is the right one for your electrical installation. Any connection error will cancel the warranty.
Your appliance is intended for domestic use inside the home only.
Do not use the appliance if it is not working correctly or if it has been damaged.
Any intervention other than cleaning and usual maintenance by the customer must be carried out by an approved service center (see list in the service manual).
Do not place the motor unit, power cable, or plug in water or any other liquid.
Do not use the accessories as containers (freezing – cooking – hot sterilization).
Do not put the accessories in the microwave.
Do not allow long hair, scarves, ties, etc. to hang over the appliance or accessories while in operation.

USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Before first use, wash and dry the parts that will come into contact with food.

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PROCESSOR CHOPPING FUNCTION (ACCORDING TO MODEL)

Place the motor base (A) on the table.
Do not plug in the processor yet.
Place the grinder/chopping bowl (B) on the motor base (A) and lock it into place by turning it anti-clockwise until it fits.
Fit the blade (C) on the central axis inside the grinder/chopping jug (B).
Handle the blade (C) with care, they are extremely sharp.
Cut the food up into pieces before placing it in the grinder/chopping bowl (B).
Do not use this accessory to make semi-liquid or liquid recipes such as fruit purées, tomato-based recipes and so on.
Fit the lid (D) to the grinder/chopping bowl (B). Now you can plug the processor in.
Press down on the lid to start the processor immediately.
To stop it, release pressure on the lid and the appliance will stop at once.
Never remove the lid until the blade (C) has come to a complete stop.
Unplug the appliance each time after use and before any cleaning operation.
To remove the blade (C) , first take the grinder/chopping bowl (B) in one hand and press down on the blade button with your thumb.
Now remove the blade (C) from inside the grinder/chopping bowl (B) before serving your preparation.

Hints

Important: you will obtain a better chopping consistency by operating in pulses instead of continually.

Press for the required time you need to get the chopped consistency you want.
To obtain a finer consistency, use the spatula to release food that has become stuck during chopping and re-distribute evenly inside the grinder/chopping bowl (B).
Over time, the blade (C) can become blunt and will need to be replaced. A new blade = better performance.
Let the appliance cool for 2 minutes before using it again. Never use the appliance empty.

Recommended times:

Ingredients	Maximum Quantity	Maximum Time
Parsley	20 g	6 sec
Onions	250 g	12 sec
Shallots	150 g	9 sec
Garlic	140 g	10 sec
Rusks	50 g	5 sec
Almonds	250 g	9 sec
Hazelnuts	200 g	12 sec
Walnuts	150 g	10 sec
Parmesan	100 g	10 sec

Tender meat

(pieces of first category)

|

330 g

|

6 sec

Tough meat

(pieces of third category or cheap cuts)

|

150 g

|

6 sec

For very hard meat as shoulder, please use 150gr per cycle of 6s.
Wait 2 min between each cycle.

BLENDER JUG FUNCTION (ACCORDING TO MODEL)

Place the blender jug (E) on the work surface and not onto the motor. All handling operations must be performed with the blender jug placed on the work surface, never fitted to the motor base (A).
Put the ingredients to be blended in the blender jug (E), pouring in liquids first followed by solids.
Fit the lid (F) to the blender jug (E). Never place the blender jug (E) on the motor base (A) without its lid firmly fitted in place (F).
With the lid on the blender jug (E), position it on the motor base (A) and turn until it slots correctly into position.
Plug in the appliance and start-up by turning the On/Off button (H) to the right to “I” and use it for a maximum of 30 seconds only, then let the appliance cool for 2 minutes before using again.
To stop the appliance, move the On/Off button (H) to the left to “0”.
Never put your fingers or any other object in the blender jug when the appliance is running.
Do not operate the blender jug without its lid and measuring cap.
Do not operate the blender jug empty.
Wait until the appliance has come to a complete stop before removing the blender jug from the motor (A).
CAUTION: Never pour or blend ingredients into
the blender jug if their temperature is above 80°C (175°F). When blending hot ingredients, keep your hands away from lid and cap to avoid any risk of burns.

VEGETABLE SLICER AND JUICER FUNCTIONS

Do not process more than 0.5 kg of fruits or vegetables per operation, and each operation should not exceed 1½ minute. You can carry out up to 3 successive operations with a minimum of 2 minutes pause between each one.

VEGETABLE CUTTING FUNCTION (ACCORDING TO MODEL)

Use the vegetable cutting disc (K) to grate (face A) and slice (face B).
With the appliance unplugged, position the vegetable cutter unit (I) on the motor base (A) and turn it until it slots into place correctly.
Fit the feed disc (J) and then the vegetable cutter disc (K) onto the vegetable cutter unit (I).
Lock the lid (L) from left to right on the vegetable cutter unit (I).
Place a small bowl or jug under the outlet spout.
Plug in the appliance.
Start up by turning the On/Off button (H) to the right to “I”. If the lid (P) is not fitted correctly, the
On/Off button (H) will not engage and the appliance will not operate (safety system).
Now introduce the fruit and vegetables through the funnel of the lid (P) exerting gentle pressure with the pusher (Q). Never use your fingers or any other tool.
To stop the appliance, turn the On/Off button (H) o the left to “0”.
Important notice: stop the equipment and discard the pulp when full.
Wait for the filter to come to a complete stop before opening the lid.
Unplug the appliance each time after use and before any cleaning operation.

Hints

For thick-skinned fruits, remove the stones or cores and take out and discard the central part of the pineapples.
Some fruits and vegetables cannot be juiced, e.g. bananas, avocado pears, blackberries, etc.
Grapes, quinces, and gooseberries: for better results clean the filter after every 300 gr.
You can prepare juices from various fruits and vegetables without cleaning the juicer every time; the tastes will not mix.
If desired you can add lemon juice to prevent the juice from fruits such as apples or pears from turning brown.

CLEANING

Be careful while handling the blades when you empty the jug or clean the appliance.

For optimum cleaning of the blender jug (E), fill it with a little warm water, fit the lid, and run it for a few seconds.
Empty out the water and dry.
Clean the motor base (A) with a moist sponge (never put it under water).
Wash the vegetable cutter unit (I) and juicer (N) under running water.
Never use bleach, harsh cleaning abrasives or a scouring pad on the filter basket (O). Clean it immediately after use with a sponge or a soft brush (toothbrush type).
You can wash all other accessories in the dishwasher (top basket)
Over time the strong-coloured natural juices from food such as carrots and beetroot may stain the plastic parts of the juicer – this is normal.
These parts may be cleaned by soaking them in mild bleach (nonabrasive) straight after use.

POWER CORD STORAGE
To store the cord or adjust its free length, push into the recess in the motor base (A) 12.

ACCESSORIES

You can customize your appliance and get the following accessories from your usual retailer of an approved center:

grinder/mincer bowl Ref. XF 0010
blender jug Ref. XF 0020
vegetable cutter Ref. XF 0030
juicer Ref. XF 0040

DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE AND ITS PACKAGING MATERIALS
The packaging is comprised exclusively of materials that present no danger to the environment and which may therefore be disposed of in accordance with the recycling measures in force in your area. For disposal of the appliance itself, please contact the appropriate service of your local authority.

ELECTRICAL OR ELECTRONIC PRODUCT AT END OF SERVICE LIFE
Environment protection first!
Your appliance contains valuable materials that can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

HELPLINE
If you have any product problems or queries, please contact our Customer Relations Team first for expert help and advice: