Hamilton Beach Food Processor Machine 70450

Introducing the Food Processor is a compact and efficient kitchen appliance designed to simplify food preparation. With an 8-cup capacity, it features a powerful 300-watt motor and interchangeable stainless steel blades for chopping, slicing, and shredding a variety of ingredients. The easy-to-use design includes a pulse function for precise control and dishwasher-safe parts for hassle-free cleanup. The price for this food processor typically starts around $38.99, making it an excellent value for home cooks.

Detailed Specifications

Capacity: 8 cups
Motor Power: 450 watts
Speeds: 2 speeds plus pulse
Attachments: S-blade, reversible shredding/slicing disc
Dimensions: 10.25 x 8.5 x 15.5 inches
Weight: Approximately 8 pounds
Material: BPA-free plastic and stainless steel blades

Parts and Features

Before First Use: Unpack processor. Handle blade and disc(s) carefully; they are very sharp. Wash all parts except base in hot, soapy water. Rinse, then dry. These parts can also be placed in the top rack of a dishwasher.

Chopping/Mixing Blade
Use to coarsely chop, mince, knead, mix, or puree food.

Reversible Slicing/Shredding Disc
Use to shred cheese or to slice or shred a variety of foods (such as potatoes, pepperoni, carrots, or celery).

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

French Fry Disc
Crinkle Cut/Fine Shred Disc

Description

Hamilton features a sturdy and durable design that ensures long-lasting performance. The 8-cup bowl is large enough to handle most recipes but small enough to be convenient for smaller tasks. The machine includes an S-blade for chopping and mixing, as well as a reversible shredding/slicing disc that can be easily stored in the bowl when not in use.

The two-speed motor along with the pulse function provides flexibility and control over processing tasks. The compact footprint and lightweight design make it easy to move around the kitchen or store in a cabinet when not in use.

How to Use Chopping/Mixing Blade

WARNING
Laceration Hazard. Handle blade carefully; it is very sharp

Make sure control switch is turned to Off and unit is unplugged.

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

Align bowl and base. Turn bowl clockwise to lock into place.
NOTE: Unit will not work unless bowl is locked.
Carefully place blade onto motor shaft.
Align lid and bowl.
Turn lid clockwise to lock into place.
NOTE: Unit will not work unless lid is locked.
Place food pusher in food chute. Always use food pusher to feed food into the chute. NEVER PUSH FOOD THROUGH CHUTE WITH HANDS.
Select ON or PULSE on control switch.
ON: Processor will run con-tinuously.
PULSE: For instant on and off control.
When finished, turn to OFF and unplug.
WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always wait until blade has stopped moving before removing lid.
Always remove the lid before removing bowl to avoid possible damage to the appliance.
Carefully remove blade from motor shaft.

How to Use Slicing/Shredding Disc

WARNING Laceration Hazard. Handle blade carefully; it is very sharp.

Make sure control switch is turned to OFF and unit is unplugged.

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

Align bowl and base. Turn bowl clockwise to lock into place.
NOTE: Unit will not work unless bowl is locked.
Carefully place disc onto motor shaft with desired side (Slice or Shred is stamped on each side of the blade) facing UP.
Align lid and bowl.
Turn lid clockwise to lock into place.
NOTE: Unit will not work unless lid is locked.
Cut food to fit food chute. Fill chute with food.
Select ON or PULSE on control switch.
ON: Processor will run continuously.
PULSE: For instant on and off control.
Always use food pusher to feed food into the chute. NEVER PUSH FOOD THROUGH CHUTE WITH HANDS.
When finished, turn to OFF and unplug.
WARNING Laceration Hazard: Always wait until blade has stopped moving before removing lid.
Always remove the lid before removing bowl to avoid possible damage to the appliance.
Carefully remove blade from motor shaft.

Tips and Techniques

For a more uniform consis- tency, 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 the bowl for the food to be tossed around.
This food processor is excel-lent to chop, mix, slice, or shred most foods. However, to maintain peak performance, do not use your food proces-sor for the following: grinding grain, coffee beans, or spices; slicing frozen meat; or crush-ing 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 for 2 minutes continuously, 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 turn gummy.
To slice or shred cheese, select firm cheese like ched-dar, Monterey Jack, or Swiss. For best results, process cheese that is well-chilled.
The reversible slicing/shred-ding 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. This 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	Cucumbers, apples, mushrooms, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, pepperoni, peppers, radishes, firm cheeses (chilled)
Shredding Disc	Cabbage, potatoes, carrots, cheese (chilled)

For best results do not exceed the following amounts when chopping, mincing, or pureeing with the chopping/mixing blade.

Food	Maximum Amount
Fruits and Vegetables	2 to 3 cups (500 ml to 750 ml)
(cut in 1” [2.5-cm] cubes)
Meats	1 lb. (450 g) (cut in 1” [2.5-cm] cubes)
Parmesan or Romano	5 ounces (140 g) (cut in 1” [2.5-cm] cubes)
Cheddar, Jack, Mozzarella	8 ounces (226 g) (cut in 1” [2.5-cm] cubes)
Crackers	10 cups (2.3 L) (can fill bowl and lid up into chute)

Setup Guide

To set up and operate your Food Processor Machine 70450, follow these steps:

Unbox the machine and wash all parts thoroughly before first use.
Assemble the machine by placing the bowl onto the base and locking it into place.
Attach the desired blade or disc securely to the stem.
Place ingredients into the bowl and process according to your needs using the control buttons on the front panel.
After use, disassemble and clean all parts according to manufacturer instructions.

Cleaning and Care

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

Wipe base, control switch, and cord with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn soil, use a mild nonabrasive cleanser.

Space-Saving Storage

Place chopping/mixing blade on motor shaft.
Flip lid upside down and place in bowl.
Place food pusher in food chute.
Slide slicing/shredding disc onto motor shaft.

CAUTION
Laceration Hazard. Store sliding/shredding disc with slicing side down. Handle carefully.

Troubleshooting

POTENTIAL PROBLEM	PROBABLE CAUSE
Unit does not operate on any speed or Pulse.	Is the unit plugged in? Does the outlet work? Are the bowl and lid locked in place? See How to Use sections.
Food is not sliced or shredded uniformly.	Packing too muchfood in thefood chute or pushing toohard on thefood pushers may cause the processed food to be irregularly sliced or shredded. Refer to the food processing charts for recommended sizes and quantities.
Unit stops and will not come back on.	Are the bowland lid lockedin place? Theymay have movedslighty during processing. See How to Usesection. Is the outletstill working? Checkit by plugging in a working lampor other appliance. You may have overloaded the circuit and blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker. Turn unit OFF, allow to standfor 3 to 4 minutes, and then turnback ON. If none of these suggestions correct theproblem, DO NOT attempt to repair theunit. Call theCustomer Service numberto get the name of your nearest Authorized Service Center.
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 strongodor or any visible smokeappears, unplug unit and IMMEDIATELY call the Customer Service number.
Motor seems weak.	Are you usingthe recommended foodsize and quantity to be processed? Refer to the Processing Charts for recommended food sizes and speeds.

Hamilton Beach Food Processor Machine 70450 Pros & Cons

Pros

Compact Design: Easy to store in any kitchen.
Powerful Motor: Handles tough ingredients with ease.
Multi-Functional Blades: Versatile attachments for various tasks.
Ease of Use: Simple controls and quick assembly.
Affordable Price: Great value for its features and performance.

Cons

Noisy Operation: Some users report that it can be quite loud during operation.
Cleaning Challenges: Some parts can be difficult to clean due to their intricate design.
Limited Capacity for Large Batches: May require processing ingredients in batches for larger recipes.

Customer Reviews

Customers generally praise the Hamilton Beach Food Processor Machine 70450 for its reliability, ease of use, and versatility. Many reviewers appreciate its ability to handle various kitchen tasks efficiently. However, some users have noted that cleaning certain parts can be cumbersome and that it may produce some noise during operation.

Common complaints include issues with durability over time and occasional difficulties with assembly or disassembly of parts.

Warranty

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.

Search Manuals in: 70450

Read More