Hamilton Beach 70728 Stack & Snap Food Processor Instruction Manual

Hamilton Beach 70728 Stack & Snap Food Processor

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse base, motor, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
6. Turn the appliance OFF , then unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
7. Avoid contacting moving parts.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
10. Do not use your food processor if any part is broken.
11. Do not use appliance outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
13. Keep hands and utensils away from moving blade and disc while processing food to reduce the risk of severe personal injury and/or damage to the food processor. A rubber scraper may be used but ONLY when the food processor is not running.
14. Blades are sharp. Handle cutting blades carefully when inserting or removing, emptying the bowl, and during cleaning. Store out of reach of children.
15. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or disc on base without first putting bowl properly in place.
16. Be certain lid is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
17. Never feed food into food chute by hand. Always use the food pushers.
18. Do not attempt to defeat the lid interlock mechanism.
19. Make sure the blade or disc has come to a full stop before removing lid.
20. To reduce the risk of injury, be sure to insert or remove blade and disc using hubs provided for this purpose. Use caution when removing blade and disc from the bowl, when emptying the bowl, and when cleaning.
21. Check that the appliance is OFF before plugging cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to OFF ; then remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
22. Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use. Always use the pushers to clear the food chute. When this method is not possible, unplug cord from outlet and disassemble unit to remove the remaining food.
23. The appliance is not intended for commercial, professional, or industrial use. It is designed and built exclusively for household use only.
24. Never use appliance for a longer period or with a larger amount of ingredients other than that recommended by appliance manufacturer.
25. The maximum rating of this unit is based on using the chopping/mixing blade. Using the slicing/shredding disc may draw significantly less power.
26. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
27. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
28. CAUTION! In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
29. Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the food processor bowl as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
30. Do not fill the bowl above the marked maximum fill line (or rated capacity) to avoid risk of injury due to damage to the cover or bowl.

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

• WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
• The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
• To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another high- wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

Parts and Features

BEFORE FIRST USE: Unpack processor and remove protective covers from the blade and disc. Handle blade and disc carefully; they are very sharp. Wash all parts except base in hot, soapy water. Rinse; then dry.

To order parts:

• US: 1.800.851.8900
• www.hamiltonbeach.com
• Canada: 1.800.267.2826
• Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

• Chopping/Mixing Blade Use to coarsely chop, grate, mince, mix, or puree food.
• Reversible Slicing/Shredding Disc Use to shred or to slice a variety of foods (such as cheese, carrots, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers).

USAGE INSTRUCTIONS

How to Use Chopping/Mixing Blade

WARNING Laceration Hazard. Handle blade carefully; it is very sharp. Make sure unit is turned OFF and is unplugged.

NOTE: Operate using only oneblade or disc at a time.

• Place bowl on base. Make sure protective cover has been removed from blade to prevent damage and scratches to bowl. Carefully slide blade straight down onto the motor shaft.

• Place lid on bowl, making sure to align the pour spout on the lid with the pour spout on the bowl.
  NOTE: Unit will not work unless latches on bowl are locked. Do not force latches to close.

• Place food pushers in food chute.
  NOTE: Unit will not operate until large food pusher engages the protective interlock. Do not add food above the MAX fill line.
  WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always use food pusher to feed food into the chute. NEVER PUSH FOOD THROUGH CHUTE WITH HANDS OR OTHER OBJECTS.

• Press desired function button.

• When finished, press OFF and unplug.
  WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always unplug unit before removing lid .

• Carefully remove blade from motor shaft.

How to Use Reversible Slicing/Shredding Disc

WARNING Laceration Hazard. Handle disc carefully; it is very sharp. Make sure unit is turned OFF and is unplugged.

NOTE: Operate using only one blade or disc at a time.

• Place bowl on base. Make sure protective cover has been removed from disc to prevent damage and scratches to bowl. Carefully place disc onto motor shaft with desired side facing UP. (“SLICE” or “SHRED” is stamped on each side of the blade.)

• Place lid on bowl, making sure to align the pour spout on the lid with the pour spout on the bowl.
  NOTE: Unit will not work unless latches on bowl are locked. Do not force latches to close.

• For smaller, thinner foods: Put large food pusher into place. Place food into smaller open tube and use small food pusher to push food in.
  NOTE: Soft cheese like mozzarella should be placed in the freezer for 30 minutes prior to processing to ensure it is firm enough for shredding.

• For larger foods: Push large foods using large and small food pushers together.
  NOTE: Unit will not operate until large food pusher engages the protective interlock. Do not add food above the MAX fill line.
  WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always use food pusher to feed food into the chute. NEVER PUSH FOOD THROUGH CHUTE WITH HANDS OR OTHER OBJECTS.

• Press desired function button.

• When finished, press OFF and unplug.
  WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always unplug unit before removing lid.

• Always remove lid before removing bowl to avoid possible damage to the appliance.

• Carefully remove disc from motor shaft.

Tips and Techniques

• For a more uniform consistency, start with pieces of food that are similar in size. Cut food into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces before processing with chopping/mixing blade and leave room in bowl for the food to be tossed around.
• This food processor is excellent to chop, mix, slice, or shred most foods. However, to maintain peak performance, do not use your food processor for the following: grinding grain, coffee beans, or spices; slicing frozen meats; kneading dough; or crushing ice.
• When chopping foods, pulsing on and off will produce the best results.
• Operating time will depend on quantity of food being processed. Most foods can be sliced, chopped, or shredded in seconds. If unit is operated continuously for an extended period of time, let the processor rest about 4 minutes before continuing.
• Do not puree or mash starchy vegetables like potatoes as they are easily overprocessed and will become gummy.
• To slice or shred cheese, use only firm cheese like Cheddar or Swiss that has been chilled for at least 30 minutes. Cheese should be processed immediately after being removed from the refrigerator. Soft cheese like mozzarella should be placed in the freezer for 30 minutes prior to processing to ensure it is firm enough for shredding.
• The reversible slicing/shredding disc has a slicing blade on one side and shredding teeth on the other. The name stamped on the blade, facing up, is the function selected. Place on motor shaft with desired cutting edge facing up.
• To julienne vegetables, slice and then remove from bowl. Restack the vegetables. Pack into food chute with slices vertical. Slice again to make matchstick-cut vegetables.

Processing Charts

Disc attachments are reversible and labeled. The label should face up for the desired function. When using disc attachments, do not process past the MAX LEVEL on the bowl.

ATTACHMENT FOODS

• Chopping/Mixing Blade
  • Chop: nuts, meat, garlic, onions, peppers, celery, herbs, bread (for crumbs), crackers Mince/Puree: vegetables, fruit
  • Mix: salad dressings
  • Puree: soups, sauces
  • Grate: cheese, such as Parmesan (chilled)
• Slicing Disc (slicing side facing UP)
  • Cucumbers, apples, mushrooms, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, pepperoni, peppers, radishes, firm cheeses (chilled)
• Shredding Disc (shredding side facing UP)
  • Cabbage, potatoes, carrots, cheese (chilled)

For best results do not exceed the following amounts when chopping, mincing, or pureeing with the chopping/mixing blade. Leave some space in the bowl to allow ingredients to move for pulsing or blending.

FOOD

| MAXIMUM AMOUNT TO PROCESS
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Dry ingredients such as crackers or nuts| 12 cups (2.8 L)
Vegetables or fruits| 3 pounds (1.4 kg)
Cheese such as Parmesan or Cheddar| 40 ounces (1.2 L)
Thick sauces or dips| 8 cups (1.9 L)
Liquids such as marinades or soups| 7 cups (1.7 L)

Care and Cleaning

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid.

• Wipe base, control panel, and cord with a damp cloth or sponge. If necessary, use a mild nonabrasive cleanser.
• NOTE: If food particles get trapped in the back of the food chute above the handle, place area under running water to rinse pieces out before putting in the dishwasher.
• DISHWASHER-SAFE DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product. All removable parts may also be cleaned in the sink with hot, soapy water. Use caution when washing chopping/mixing blade and slicing/shredding disc.

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Troubleshooting

 | PROBLEM| PROBABLE CAUSE|
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 | Unit does not operate on any speed or Pulse.| •  Is the unit plugged in? Does the outlet work?

•  Is the lid latched in place? See “How to Use” sections. Place lid on bowl, making sure to align the pour spout on the lid with the pour spout on the bowl.

•  Is the large food pusher in the chute? The large food pusher must be in place to operate.

•  Is the food chute overfilled? Do not add food above the MAX fill line. The large food pusher must be in the food chute to operate.

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 | Food is not sliced or shredded uniformly.| •  Packing too much food in the food chute or pushing too hard on the food pusher may cause the processed food to be irregulary sliced or shredded. Refer to the Food Processing Charts for recommended sizes and quantities.|
 | Unit stops and will not come back on.| •  Is the lid latched in place? See “How to Use” sections. Place lid on bowl, making sure to align the pour spout on the lid with the pour spout on the bowl.

•  Is the outlet still working? Check it by plugging in a working lamp or other appliance. You may have overloaded the circuit and blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker.

•  Turn unit OFF ( ), allow to stand for 3 to 4 minutes, and then turn back on.

•  If none of these suggestions correct the problem, DO NOT attempt to repair the unit. Call the Customer Service number.

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 | Unit has a burning smell.| •  There may be a residue left on the motor from the manufacturing process, causing a slight odor during initial use. This will go away. If a strong odor or any visible smoke appears, unplug unit IMMEDIATELY and call the Customer Service number.|
 | Motor seems weak.| •  Are you using the recommended food size and quantity to be processed? Refer to the Food Processing Charts for recommended food sizes and speeds.|
 | Cheese is not shredding well.| •  Cheese should be processed immediately after being removed from the refrigerator. Soft cheese like mozzarella should be placed in the freezer for 30 minutes prior to processing to ensure it is firm enough for shredding.|
 | Vegetables are not shredding or slicing.| •  Store vegetables with high water content in the refrigerator prior to processing. Room-temperature vegetables are less firm and do not perform as well.|
 | Food particles stuck in the back of the food chute above the handle.| • Place back of the food chute under running water to rinse out the food before placing in the dishwasher.

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Recipes

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 green onions, white  portion and half of green tops
• 1 can (15 oz./425 g) garbanzo  beans (chickpeas), drained
• 1 jar (14 oz./397 g) roasted
• red peppers, drained 1/4 cup (59 ml) tahini  (sesame paste), stirred
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon  juice
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) olive oil 1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) ground  cumin Dash cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste Dash paprika
• Pita chips or cut vegetables

Directions

• Using S-blade and with processor running, drop garlic cloves and onion into food chute.
• Add garbanzo beans, roasted red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper. Continue to process until smooth.
• Place in serving bowl and garnish with paprika.
• Serve with pita chips and/or vegetables. Refrigerate to store. Serves: 4 to 6
• Fresh and Spicy Salsa
• 1 onion, peeled
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 hot pepper (jalapeno or finger hot), cored, seeded, and quartered 4 tomatoes, quartered
• 1/4 cup (59 ml) cilantro, packed 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cumin
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice Salt and pepper to taste Hot sauce, optional

Directions

• Using S-blade and with processor running, drop onion, garlic clove and hot pepper through the food chute and chop until finely minced. Scrape bowl as needed.
• Add tomatoes, cilantro, cumin, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pulse until desired texture, scraping bowl as needed. Add hot sauce if desired.

Serves: 6 to 8

Cilantro Butter

• 1 bunch cilantro
• 1 cup (237 ml) unsalted butter, softened Juice from one lemon

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Wash cilantro and separate leaves from stems. Combine butter and cilantro leaves in food processor. Blend until light and fluffy.
• Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Process to blend.
• Use for grilled dishes. Delicious with grilled salmon, swordfish or tuna. Refrigerate to store.

Serves: 4 to 6

Cajun Veggie Gratin

• 3 medium zucchini, sliced in food processor
• 1 red onion, sliced in food processor
• 6 plum tomatoes, sliced in food processor
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) freshly ground pepper
• Cooking spray

Topping:

• 1 cup (237 ml) bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) parmesan
• cheese, chopped finely in food processor
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) Cajun seasoning

Directions

• Heat oven to 425°F (218°C). Spray 8-in. (20-cm) square baking pan with cooking spray.
• Heat oil in large sauté pan over medium heat.
• Add sliced zucchini and onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes untilbeginning to soften.
• Add sliced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper to pan.
• Sauté mixture, stirring gently, for 8 to 10 minutes until all vegetables are softened and heated through. Place vegetable mixture in prepared pan.
• Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning.Sprinkle evenly over top of vegetables.
• Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until topping is brown and crispy.

Serves: 8

Bleu Cheese Dressing

• 1 clove garlic
• 8 ounces (227 g) blue cheese
• 1 cup (237 ml) mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) sour cream
• 1/4 cup (59 ml) white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) black pepper

Directions

• Using S-blade and with processor running, drop garlic clove into the food chute and mince.
• Add blue cheese and process for 10 seconds.
• Add remaining ingredients. Process until blended, but still chunky.

Serves: 8 to 10

Cranberry Orange Relish

• 12 oz. (340 g) cranberries (fresh with stems removed, or frozen)
• 1 cup (237 ml) sugar
• 1 small navel orange, washed, cut into wedges
• 3 tablespoons (44 ml) Grand
• Marnier® liqueur or orange juice
• Dash of ground cloves

Directions

• Using S-blade, place cranberries, sugar, orange, Grand Marnier® or orange juice and cloves into the work bowl.
• Process until cranberries are almost smooth, yet a bit chunky.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Serves: 8 to 10

Limited warranty

• This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
• This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value.
• This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
• We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
• To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the brand and model of this food processor?

The brand is Hamilton Beach, and the model is 70728 Stack & Snap.

What are the product dimensions of the Hamilton Beach 70728 Stack & Snap Food Processor?

The dimensions are approximately 8.76 inches in diameter, 9.55 inches in width, and 16.25 inches in height.

What is the capacity of the bowl in this food processor?

The bowl has a capacity of 12 cups, providing ample space for processing ingredients.

How many speeds does the Hamilton Beach 70728 Stack & Snap Food Processor have?

It has two speeds, allowing for versatile processing options.

Is this food processor dishwasher safe?

Yes, all components are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

What are the included components with this food processor?

The included components are the food processor base, bowl, lid, and stainless steel blade.

Is there a function guide provided with this food processor?

Yes, there is a simple function guide that eliminates guesswork by indicating which blade to use and which button to press for each function.

What can be done with the stainless steel S-blade in this food processor?

The stainless steel S-blade can be used for chopping and pureeing ingredients.

What type of blade is included for shredding and slicing?

A reversible disc blade is included for shredding and slicing tasks.

What is the capacity of the sealed bowl in this food processor?

The sealed 12-cup bowl prevents leaks when processing liquid recipes such as salsa, soups, and dressings.

What is the power source of the Hamilton Beach 70728 Stack & Snap Food Processor?

It operates using AC power.

How powerful is the motor of this food processor?

The motor is 450 watts, providing plenty of power to process various ingredients efficiently.

Does this food processor have a pulse function?

Yes, it has a pulse function for quick bursts of power.

Can this food processor handle whole fruits and vegetables?

Yes, the Big Mouth feed tube allows for processing of whole foods with minimal pre-cutting.

Is the bowl of this food processor sealed to prevent leaks?

Yes, the 12-cup sealed bowl prevents leaks when processing liquid recipes.

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