Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus Premium Food Processor User Guide

Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus Premium Food Processor

Warning : Please read the “safety guidelines” booklet and instructions carefully before initial use.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Before using for the first time, wash all accessory parts in soapy water (except for the attachment (E): see § Cleaning) Rinse and dry.
• Place the appliance on a flat, clean, and dry surface. Make sure that the selector button (A1) is in the «0» position and plug in your appliance.
• You have several options for starting your appliance: (see diagram A1) :
• Intermittent operation (pulse):
• Turn the selector button (A1) to the «pulse» position. Using a succession of pulses can give you better control when preparing certain foods.

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Continuous operation

• Turn the selector button (A1) to the desired position from «1 to 6/max» or «1 to 8» (depending on the model), depending on the food you are preparing. You can change it as required during preparation.
• To stop the appliance, turn the button (A1) to «0».

Important: The appliance will start only if the cover (A5) and the head (A3) are locked. The appliance will stop immediately if you unlock the cover (A5) and/or the head (A3) during operation. Lock the cover and/or the head, turn the control button (A1) to the «0» position, and then start the appliance normally by selecting the desired speed.

MIXING / KNEADING / BEATING / EMULSIFYING / WHISKING

• You can prepare up to 1.8 kg of light dough and heavy dough made with up to 500 g flour using the stainless bowl (B1) and its lid (B2) depending on the food.
• ACCESSORIES USED: Stainless steel bowl (B1), Lid (B2), Kneader (C1) mixer (C2), or balloon whisk (C3).

ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORIES

• Follow the diagrams from 1.1 to 1.4.

USAGE, TIPS AND DISMANTLING

• Start by turning the selector button (A1) to the desired position according to the recipe.
• You can add food through the hole in the lid (B2) during preparation.
• To stop the appliance, turn the button (A1) to «0».

Tips :

• KNEADING (Maximum time of use: 13 minutes)
  • Use the kneader accessory (C1) at speed «1». You can knead up to 500 g of flour (e.g. white bread, grain bread, short-crust pastry, etc.).
• MIXING (Maximum time of use: 13 minutes).
  • Use the mixer (C2) at speed «1 to 6/max» or «1 to 8» (depending on the model).
  • You can mix up to 1,8 kg of light dough (light cake mixture, sponge cake, biscuit or cookie dough).
  • Never use the mixer (c2) to knead heavy dough and fresh pasta dough (lasagne, rigatoni, bigoli, etc.).
  • BEATING / EMULSIFYING / WHISKING (Maximum time of use: 10 minutes).
  • Use the balloon whisk (c3) at speed «1 to 6/max» or «1 to 8» (depending on the model).
  • You can prepare mayonnaise, aioli, sauces, whisked egg whites (up to 10 egg whites), whipped cream (up to 500 ml), meringues, etc.
  • Never use the balloon whisk (C3) to knead heavy dough or mix light dough.
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop and proceed in the reverse order of the assembly. diagrams from 1.4 to 1.1.

BLENDING / MIXING

(DEPENDING ON MODEL)

Depending on the nature of the food, you can use the blender (D) to prepare up to 1.5 L of thick mixtures and 1.25 L of liquid mixtures.

• ACCESSORIES USED: Blender jug (D ou L).

ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORIES

• Follow the diagrams from 2.1 to 2.3 and 10.

USAGE, TIPS, AND DISMANTLING (Maximum time of use: 3 minutes).

• Start by turning the selector button (A1) to the desired position (from speed «4 to 6/Max» or «7 to 8» (depending on model) or «pulse») according to the recipe. Use the «Pulse» position for better mixing control and a better blending of your preparation.
• You can add food through the hole in the measuring cap (D2, L5) during preparation.

Tips :

• You can prepare :
  • finely blended soups, cream soups, stewed fruit, milkshakes and cocktails.
  • liquid batter (pancake, fritters, Yorkshire pudding, waffles, clafoutis, and custard flans).
  • If ingredients stick to the sides of the bowl when mixing, stop the appliance and wait until the blades have stopped completely. Remove the blender and push the food down onto the blades using a spatula, and put your blender back on the appliance to continue processing..
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop before removing the blender jug and proceed in the reverse order of the assembly, diagrams from 2.3 to 2.1 and 10.

MINCING

(DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• ACCESSORIES USED: Attachment holder (E), Assembled mincer head (F)

FITTING THE MINCER ATTACHMENT

• Follow the diagrams 9, 10, and then from 3.1 to 3.3.

USAGE, TIPS AND DISMANTLING

• Run the appliance by turning the selector (A1) to speeds «3 to 4» or «5 to 7» (depending on the model).
• Push the meat, piece by piece, down the feed tube, using the pusher (F7). Never push the ingredients down the feed tube with your fingers or any other utensil.
• You can chop up to 3 kg of meat, Maximum time of use: 10 minutes.

Tips :

• Prepare all of the foodstuffs to be minced (for meat, remove the bones, gristle, and tendons and cut it into pieces of approximately 2 x 2 cm).
• Make sure that frozen meat is thoroughly thawed.
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop and proceed in the reverse order of assembly diagrams 10, from 3.3 to 3.1 and then 9.

GRATING / SLICING (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• ACCESSORIES USED : Attachment holder (E), Assembled vegetable slicer (G), Drums (depending on model)

ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORIES

• Follow diagrams 10, 9, and then from 4.1 to 4.2.

USAGE, TIPS AND DISMANTLING

• Run the appliance by turning the selector (A1) to speed «3 or 5» (depending on model) to slice and to speed «4 or 7» (depending on model) to grate.
• Place the food in the feed tube on the body and press down with the pusher (G2).
• Never push the ingredients with your fingers or any other utensil.
• You can prepare up to 2 kg of food, maximum time of use: is 10 min.
• Use the drums to:
  • Grate coarsely (G4) / grate finely (G5): carrots, celery, potatoes, cheese, etc.
  • Slice thickly (G3): potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, apples, beetroot, etc.
  • Potato shredder (G6): potatoes, parmesan, etc.
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop and proceed in the reverse order of the assembly, diagrams 10, 4.2, 4.1, and 9.

EXTRACTING JUICE FROM FRUIT AND VEGETABLES (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• ACCESSORIES USED: Assembled juice extractor (H)

ASSEMBLING THE JUICE EXTRACTOR

• Follow the diagrams from 5.1 to 5.6.

USAGE, TIPS AND DISMANTLING

USAGE, TIPS, AND DISMANTLING (maximum time of use: 10 minutes.)

• Cut the fruits and/or vegetables into pieces.
• Run the appliance by turning the selector (A1) to speed «3 or 5» (depending on the model).
• Insert the ingredients down the feed tube in the lid (H2) and push them slowly using the pusher (H1).
• Do not process 500 g of food more than 5 times continuously, without allowing your appliance to cool down completely

Important : clean the filter (H3) and the juice collector (H4) after every 300g of ingrédients. Tips :

• You can make juice from carrots, tomatoes, apples, grapes, raspberries, etc. but it is not possible to extract juice from certain fruits and vegetables: bananas, avocado pears, blackberries, some varieties of apples, etc…
• Peel fruits with thick skins; remove stones and the core of pineapples.
• Drink the juices immediately after preparation.
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance and rotary filter to come to a complete stop before removing the accessory from the appliance. Proceed in the reverse order of the assembly, diagrams from 5.6 to 5.1.

FINELY CHOPPING SMALL QUANTITIES (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• ACCESSORIES USED: Mini chopper lid (N1), Mini chopper bowl (N2)
• ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORIES
  Follow the diagrams 10, 6.1 and 6.2.

USAGE, TIPS AND DISMANTLING

• You can finely chop with the mini chopper :
  • fresh herbs: 10g max. / 10secs max. / speed «4 or 7» (depending on model)
  • dried fruits / Beef (boneless and trimmed meat) : 100g max. / 10secs max. / speed «1»
  • vegetable puree: 150g max. / 20secs max. / «pulse» or speed «1»
• This grinder is not designed for hard products like coffee beans, hard spices or liquids.
• Dismantling the accessory: Wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop and proceed in the reverse order of the assembly, diagrams 10, 6.2, and 6.1.

ADJUSTING THE CORD LENGTH (see A7)

ROUGH CHOPPING SMALL QUANTITIES (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• ACCESSORIES USED: Assembled grinder.
• Chop in a few seconds by pulsing: dried figs, dried apricots, etc. Quantity / max time: 100g / 5s

CLEANING

• Unplug the appliance.
• Do not immerse the motor unit (A) or the attachment (E) in water or under running water. Wipe them with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
• Disassemble completely and rinse the accessories quickly after use.

Handle the blades with care to prevent injury. (diagram 10).

• Wash, rinse, and dry the accessories: they are dishwasher-safe, except for all the metal components in the mincer head: body (F), the kneader (C1), and the mixer (C2).

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR APPLIANCE DOES NOT WORK Please refer to the chapter «Before first use».

• Your appliance still does not work? Contact an authorized service center (see the list in the service booklet).

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

See page 59 and visit the brand website.

Caution: this booklet contains instructions for additional accessories. Please keep safe for future reference. Please contact the Customer Service for further information on how to purchase accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start the Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus Premium food processor?

Ensure the appliance is on a flat, clean, and dry surface, with the selector button (A1) in the 0 position. Plug in the appliance and turn the selector button to the desired setting for either intermittent (pulse) or continuous operation.

Can I add ingredients while the Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus food processor is running?

Yes, you can add ingredients through the hole in the lid (B2) during preparation.

What is the maximum dough weight capacity for kneading in Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

You can knead up to 500 g of flour using the kneader accessory (C1) at speed

How much light dough can I mix with the mixer accessory (C2) of Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

You can mix up to 1.8 kg of light dough (e.g., cake mixture, sponge cake, biscuit or cookie dough) using the mixer at speeds 1 to 6/max or 1 to 8 (depending on the model).

Can I use the balloon whisk accessory (C3) for kneading dough in Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

No, it is not recommended to use the balloon whisk (C3) for kneading heavy dough or mixing light dough.

How do I assemble and disassemble the accessories of Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

Follow the provided diagrams (1.1 to 1.4) for assembling the accessories and wait for the appliance to come to a complete stop before disassembling them (diagrams from 1.4 to 1.1).

Can I use the Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus food processor for blending and mixing?

Depending on the model, you can use the blender (D) to prepare up to 1.5 L of thick mixtures and 1.25 L of liquid mixtures. Follow the assembly and usage instructions (diagrams 2.1 to 2.3) for blending and mixing.

How do I use the mincer attachment in Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

To use the mincer attachment, follow the diagrams (9, 10, and 3.1 to 3.3) for assembly and run the appliance at speeds 3 to 4 or 5 to 7 (depending on the model) to mince ingredients. Use the pusher (F7) to feed meat into the appliance.

Can I grate and slice with Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus food processor?

Yes, you can use the attachment holder (E) and the assembled vegetable slicer (G) to grate or slice. Follow the assembly and usage instructions (diagrams 10, 9, and 4.1 to 4.2) for grating and slicing.

How do I extract juice from fruits and vegetables by using Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus?

To extract juice, follow the diagrams (5.1 to 5.6) for assembly and run the appliance at speed 3 or 5 (depending on the model). Use the pusher (H1) to feed ingredients into the appliance.

Can I finely chop small quantities with Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus food processor?

Yes, you can finely chop fresh herbs, dried fruits, beef, and vegetable puree in the mini chopper. Follow the assembly and usage instructions (diagrams 10, 6.1, and 6.2) for chopping.

How do I clean the Moulinex Masterchef Gourmet Plus Premium food processor?

Unplug the appliance before cleaning. Do not immerse the motor unit or attachment in water. Wipe them with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Disassemble and rinse the accessories quickly after use. Some accessories are dishwasher- safe, but not the metal components in the mincer head.

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