Introduction

The Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper is a versatile and powerful kitchen appliance designed to make food preparation quick and easy. This food processor is perfect for chopping, grating, mixing, and pureeing a variety of ingredients, making it an essential tool for any home cook. With an estimated price range of $100 to $150 and a launching date of January 2021, this product is both affordable and up-to-date with the latest kitchen technology.

Detailed Specifications

The Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper has a 1.2 liter (2 pint) processing bowl capacity, allowing you to prepare large quantities of food in one go. It features two speed settings, plus a pulse function, giving you complete control over the consistency of your food. The stainless steel chopping blade is designed for efficient and even chopping, while the reversible disc can be used for both fine and coarse grating. The product also has a safety interlock mechanism that prevents the machine from operating when the bowl or lid is not properly secured in place.

Key processor

1. pusher
2. feed tube
3. lid
4. safety interlock
5. bowl
6. food processor drive
7. speed/pulse control
8. power unit
9. liquidiser outlet/interlock
10. cord storage (at back)
11. liquidiser outlet cover
    Liquidiser
12. goblet
13. lid
14. filler cap
    Attachments
15. knife blade
16. slicing plate
17. shredding plate
18. plate carrier
19. whisk
20. maxi-blend canopy
21. citrus press (if supplied)

To use your food processor

1. Fit the bowl onto the processor base - handle towards the back - lower and turn clockwise until it locks firmly into place
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2. Add an attachment over the food processor drive.
   • Always fit the bowl and attachment onto the processor before adding ingredients.
3. Fit the lid onto the bowl - feed tube towards the back of the appliance . Turn clockwise until the arrow on the lid aligns with the line on the power unit .
   • Do not use the lid to operate the processor, always use the on/off control.
4. Plug in, switch on and select a speed. (Refer to the recommended speed chart).
   • The processor won’t work if the bowl and lid are fitted incorrectly.
   • Use the pulse (P) for short bursts. The pulse will operate for as long as the control is held in position.
5. Reverse the above procedure to remove the lid, attachments and bowl.
   • Always switch off and unplug before removing the lid.

Important
Your Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper is not suitable for crushing or grinding coffee beans, or converting granulated sugar to caster sugar. When adding almond essence or flavouring to mixtures avoid contact with the plastic as this may result in permanent marking. to use your liquidiser

1.  Put your ingredients into the goblet.
2. Fit the filler cap to the lid.
3. Turn the lid in a clockwise direction to lock onto the goblet.
4. Lift off the liquidiser outlet cover .
5. Place the liquidiser onto the liquidiser outlet and turn to lock.
   Important: The liquidiser attachment will work only with the processor bowl and lid in position.When using the liquidiser outlet we recommend that there are no tools in the bowl.
6. Select a speed (refer to the recommended speed chart) or use the pulse control.

Hints
When making mayonnaise, put all the ingredients, except the oil, into the liquidiser. Remove the filler cap. Then, with the appliance running, add the oil slowly through the hole in the lid. Thick mixtures, e.g. pâtés and dips, may need scraping down. If the mixture is difficult to process, add more liquid.

• Ice crushing - operate the pulse in short bursts until crushed to the desired consistency.
• The processing of spices is not recommended as they may damage the plastic parts.
• The appliance will not work if the liquidiser is fitted incorrectly.
• To blend dry ingredients - cut into pieces, remove the filler cap, then with the appliance running, drop the pieces down one by one. Keep your hand over the opening. For best results empty regularly.
• Don’t use the liquidiser as a storage container. Keep it empty before and after use.
• Never blend more than 1 litre (13⁄4 pts) - less for frothy liquids like milkshakes.

Recommended speed chart

Description

The Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper is a compact and easy-to-use appliance that takes the hard work out of food preparation. With its powerful motor and range of attachments, you can quickly and easily chop, grate, mix, and puree a variety of ingredients. The machine is simple to assemble and disassemble, making it easy to clean and store. The compact design means it won't take up too much space on your kitchen counter, but it still packs a punch when it comes to performance.

Using the attachments

knife blade
This blade is the most versatile of all the attachments. The texture you get is determined by the length of processing time. For coarser textures use the ‘pulse’ feature checking the consistency regularly.
Hints

• Cut food such as meat, bread, vegetables into cubes approximately 2cm/3/4in before processing.
• Biscuits and bread should be broken into pieces and added down the feed tube whilst the appliance is running.
• When making pastry use fat straight from the fridge cut into 2cm/3/4in.cubes. Take care not to over-process.

Cake Making: Sponge type cakes are best made by the ‘all in one method’. A  ‘soft tub’ margarine used straight from the refrigerator and cut into 2cm/3⁄4in cubes should always be used. Process until smooth.

Mayonnaise: Place the egg and seasonings into the bowl and mix for a few seconds. With the machine running gradually add the oil down the feed tube in a slow steady stream.

Yeast dough: Place the flour, fat and other dry ingredients into the bowl and process for a few seconds to mix. With the machine running add the liquid mixture down the feed tube and continue processing until the mixture forms a dough and becomes smooth in appearance and elastic to touch -this will take 45-60 seconds. Allow the dough to rise then re-knead for 10 seconds.

Whisk: Use for egg whites and cream only. The whisk is unsuitable for other recipes. Make sure the bowl and whisk are free from any traces of grease or egg yolk when whisking egg whites..

Slicing and shredding plates

What the cutting plates can do.
Slicing plate: slices carrots, potato, cabbage, cucumber, courgette, beetroot, onion.
Shredding plate: grates cheese, carrot, potato and foods of a similar texture.

To assemble the plate carrier

Select the desired plate and fit into the carrier with the cutting side uppermost. Locate one end of the plate under the rim and press the other end into position. It will only fit one way round.

Using the cutting plates of Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper

Shredding plate
Cut pieces of food to fit the feed tube. Fill the tube almost to the top and push down using the pusher with an even pressure whilst the machine is running. Longer shreds can be obtained by stacking pieces horizontally in the feed tube eg carrot.
Slicing plate
If necessary cut food to fit the feed tube. Core foods such as apples and peppers. Pack the food in an upright position in the feed tube. The height should be slightly shorter than the feed tube. Using the pusher, push down with an even pressure whilst the machine is running.

Hints

• Use fresh ingredients.
• Don’t cut food up too small. Fill the feed tube fairly full, this prevents food from slipping sideways during processing.
• When slicing or shredding: food placed upright comes out shorter than food placed horizontally.
• After using a cutting plate there will always be a small amount of waste on the plate or in the food.
• Do not allow food to build up to the underside of the plate - empty regularly.
• Push food down the feed tube using an even pressure.

Maxi blend canopy
When blending, use the maxi blend canopy in conjunction with the knife blade. It allows you to increase the liquid processing capacity of the bowl and improve the chopping performance of the blade.

1. Place the canopy into the bowl over the knife blade - do not push down.
2. Fit the lid.

Citrus press (if supplied)
The citrus press is used to juice citrus fruit ie oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruits.

1. Fit the bowl onto the processor. Add the strainer and turn clockwise until the fin on the strainer aligns with the mark on the processor body .
2. Attach the cone onto the drive shaft turning until it drops all the way down  .
3. Cut the fruit in half. Switch on and press the fruit onto the cone.

Troubleshooting

Common problems with the Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper include the machine not starting, the motor overheating, and food not being chopped evenly. If the machine will not start, check that the bowl and lid are properly secured and that the safety interlock mechanism is engaged. If the motor is overheating, allow the machine to cool down before continuing use. If food is not being chopped evenly, make sure that the ingredients are not too wet or too dry, and that the chopping blade is securely in place.

Care & Cleaning

• Always switch off and unplug before cleaning.
• Handle blades and cutting plates with care - they are extremely sharp.
• Some foods may discolour the plastic. This is perfectly normal and won’t harm the plastic or affect the flavour of your food. Rub with a cloth dipped in vegetable oil to remove the discoloration. 

Power unit

• Wipe with a damp cloth, then dry. Ensure that the interlock area is clear of food debris.
• Don’t immerse the power unit in water.
• Wrap excess cord around the bracket at the back of the appliance. 

Liquidiser

1. Fill with warm water, fit the lid and filler cap, then switch on for 20-30 seconds.
2. Empty, then rinse. If it’s still dirty, use a brush. 3 Wipe, then leave to air-dry.

• Do not immerse the liquidiser base in water. all other parts
• Wash by hand, then dry.
• All attachments (except the liquidiser) can be washed on the top rack of your dishwasher. A short low temperature programme is recommended.

White bread

• 300g/10oz strong white plain flour
• 5ml/1tsp salt
• 6g/1⁄4oz lard
• 15g/1⁄2oz fresh yeast or 10ml/2tsp dried active yeast plus 5ml/1tsp sugar
• 175ml/6fl.oz warm water dried active yeast
• Sprinkle the dried yeast into the warm water, add the sugar and allow to stand for approximately 10 minutes or until the mixture is frothy. fresh yeast
• Crumble into the bowl with the flour. other types of yeast

Follow the manufacturers instructions. With the knife blade in the bowl, add the flour, salt, lard (fresh yeast if used) and process for a few seconds to evenly distribute the ingredients throughout the flour. With the machine operating, quickly pour the water or yeast liquid in a steady stream through the feed tube (this should take about 10 seconds). Continue processing until the mixture forms a dough and becomes smooth in appearance and elastic to the touch, this will take about 45 seconds. Remove the dough into either a greased polythene bag or a lightly floured bowl and cover. Leave this dough in a warm place until doubled in size. Return the risen dough to the processor bowl fitted with the knife blade and re-knead for about 10 seconds. Shape the dough into a loaf or about 15 rolls and place on greased baking trays and leave until double in size. Bake at
230°C/450°F/gas mark 8 for 20-25 minutes for a loaf or 10-15 minutes for bread rolls. When the loaf or rolls are cooked they should sound hollow when tapped on the base.

Carrot and coriander soup

• 25g (1oz) butter
• 1 onion chopped
• 1 clove garlic crushed
• 400g (14oz) carrot cut into 11⁄2 cm cubes cold chicken stock
• 10-15ml (2-3tsp) ground coriander salt and pepper

Melt the butter in a pan, add the onion and garlic and fry until soft. Place the carrot into the liquidiser, add the onion and garlic. Add sufficient stock to reach the 1L level marked on the goblet. Fit the lid and filler cap. Blend on maximum speed for 5 seconds for a coarse soup or longer for a finer result. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan, add the coriander and seasoning and simmer the soup for 30 to 35 minutes or until cooked. Adjust the seasoning as necessary and add extra liquid if required.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Powerful motor for efficient chopping and grating
• Range of attachments for versatile food preparation
• Compact and easy-to-use design
• Safety interlock mechanism for added safety
• Affordable price range

Cons

• May be too loud for some users
• Can be bulky to store
• May struggle with very hard ingredients such as nuts
• Limited to small quantities of wet ingredients due to the seal around the lid

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Kenwood Food Processor FP190 Chopper for its powerful motor and range of attachments, making food preparation quick and easy. The compact and easy-to-use design has also been popular, with many users noting that it is simple to assemble and disassemble for cleaning. However, some users have reported that the machine can be loud and bulky to store. Additionally, some have noted that the machine may struggle with very hard ingredients such as nuts, and that it is limited to small quantities of wet ingredients due to the seal around the lid.