QUAD BLADE
FOOD PROCESSOR/BLENDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model EP96W
120V., 60Hz., 800 Watts
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
Boston, MA, 02465
1 (800) 798-7398
COPYRIGHT © 2008 EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR QUAD BLADE FOOD
PROCESSING CENTER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Speed Control Dial
5. Fit the spindle onto the motor shaft
and the appropriate attachments
onto the spindle. (Fig. 5)
WARNING
The food processor and blender
speed control dial has speeds settings
as follows: (Fig. 1)
Off/1-9 + Max
Pulse/Turbo
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY, NEVER PLACE THE
CUTTING BLADE ON THE BASE
WITHOUT FIRST PUTTING THE
BOWL PROPERLY IN PLACE.
The speed can be
adjusted while the
food processor is
Fig. 1
in use.
Fig. 5
Use of the Pulse/Turbo button allows
greater control over the texture of the
food being processed. Use "Pulse"
when the unit is in the "Off" position.
Use "Turbo" when the unit is in the
"On" position and you need a burst of
power. Please note that the "Pulse"
and "Turbo" is only intended to be
used for short "bursts" of processing.
6. Holding the
processor lid
by the feed tube,
fit the lid by
Fig. 6
Operating the Food Processor
rotating
counterclockwise.
(Fig. 6)
Setting up:
1. CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source and
the the Speed control dial is in the
"Off" position before inserting or
removing any attachments and before
cleaning.
2. Fit the safety cover into the food
processor body and turn
counterclockwise firmly until it “clicks”
into place (the arrows will now be
lined up). IMPORTANT THE FOOD
PROCESSOR WILL NOT OPERATE
WITHOUT THE SAFETY COVER IN
PLACE.
7. Ensure that the lid
tab has “clicked”
into place and the
arrows are lined
up. (Fig. 8)
17. Juice Extractor Filter
18. Whipping Attachment
19. Citrus Juicer Filter
20. Juice Reamer
21. Main Chopping Blade
22. Double Chopping Blade
23. Chopping Blade Protective Cover
24. Blade Holder
25. French Fry Disk Assembly
26. Dough Blade
27. Thick Slicing Blade
28. Thin Slicing Blade
29. Fine Chopping Blade
30. Coarse Chopping Blade
31. Spatula
1. Processor Body
2. Safety Cover
3. Safety Cover/Blender Location
4. On/Off Speed Control Dial
5. Turbo/Pulse Button
6. Drive Shaft
7. Storage Compartment
8. Blender Jar
9. Blender Lid
10. Measuring Cap
11. Processor Bowl
12. Spindle
13. Processor Lid
14. Food Pusher
Fig. 7
8. Plug the processor
and switch on.
If the processor
does not come on,
check that the
machine cover and
processor lid are
both correctly fitted.
(Fig. 8)
3. Place the food processor bowl onto
the processor body.
There is no need
to turn the bowl.
(Fig. 2)
Fig8
4. When fitted correctly,
the handle will be
For safety, always
use the food
pusher when
putting food into
the feeder tube.
Never feed by
hand. (Fig. 9)
to the right of the
assembly, and the
15. Juice Extractor Lid
16. Juice Extractor Pusher
Fig. 2
ridge on the base
of the bowl will fit into the slot at the
back of the processor body.
(Fig. 3 & Fig. 4)
Technical Specifications
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WARNING: Always remove the
blender and fit the safety cover into
the processor body when using the
processor.
Voltage:
Power:
Food Processor Capacity:
Blender Capacity:
120V., 60Hz.
800 Watts
6 Cups (1.5 Liters)
7 Cups (1.75 Liters)
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using The Double Chopping Blade
Using The Double Chopping Blade
PROCESSING EXAMPLES WITH THE DOUBLE CHOPPING BLADE
The processing times indicated below are approximate and also depend on the
quantity of the food to be processed and the degree of fineness you require.
(Cont.)
Always disconnect unit from power
source before cleaning or changing
accessories.
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION
WHEN HANDLING THE BLADES.
THEY ARE EXTREMELY SHARP.
ALWAYS remove the chopping blade
protective covers before using.
RECOMMENDED
PRODUCT
Meat*
QUANTITY
OPERATION TIMES
SPEED
High/Turbo
Low
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
21 oz / 600 gr.
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
4 slices
15 - 30 seconds
15 - 30 seconds
15 - 30 seconds
15 - 30 seconds
15 - 30 seconds
20 seconds
Onions
Fig. 14
Nuts
High
Fig. 13
The double chopping
blade may be
Fish*
Pulse
Cheese
Liquids (soups)
Carrots
Bread
Pulse
used with one
blade or with
two blades.
Fig. 10
Pulse
pulse
40-50 seconds
40 - 50 seconds
10 - 30 seconds
10 seconds
1. To use as
a double
5. Plug the processor into a wall outlet.
6. Turn the speed control dial to the
desired speed setting.
Low
Double
Blade
blade, carefully
slip the separate
blade over the
shaft of the
Apples
24.5 oz / 700 gr.
Max 4 bunches
Max 4 cups/1 liter
High
Main Blade
7. Keep hands and utensils away from
the cutting blade while chopping
food to reduce the risk of severe
injury to persons or damage to the
food processor. A scraper may be
used, but ONLY when the food
processor is NOT running and has
been unplugged. Never feed food by
hand. Always use the food pusher.
(Fig. 15)
Parsley
Mayonnaise
High/Turbo
High
30 seconds
main blade.
(Fig. 10 & Fig. 11)
* Always allow food to cool before placing in the bowl.
* Remove all bones before processing.
Fig. 11
Dough Blade
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source
and the speed control dial is in the
“OFF” position before inserting or
removing attachments.
1. Fit the processor bowl and spindle
as described previously on page 4.
2. Fit the dough blade over the spindle
and press firmly into place. (Fig. 16)
3. Place the ingredients into the bowl.
4. Fit the lid and click into place as
described in the “Setting Up” section
(page 4).
5. Plug in the food processor.
6. Turn the food processor on selecting
maximum speed. Maximum capacity
for processing dough is based on
the mixture of 21 oz. (600 g.) of
flour and 14 oz. (400 g.) of water in
order to obtain 2.2 Lbs. (1 kg.) of
dough.
8. When it is time to knead the dough,
place speed control dial in the "Off"
position and pulse until the dough is
ready.
9. Remove the blade from the bowl
before removing the dough.
WHEN KNEADING DOUGH, DO NOT
OPERATE THE MACHINE LONGER
THAN 20 SECONDS. AFTERWARDS
WAIT AT LEAST 2 MINUTES BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE AGAIN.
FOR SAFETY, ALWAYS LEAVE THE
PUSHER IN PLACE WHILE
Two Blades Together
2. Then insert onto the shaft of the
processor bowl. Always hold the
chopping blade by the upper plastic
part. (Fig. 12)
Fig. 15
8. When finished processing the
ingredients, remove the processor lid
by turning clockwise.
9. Remove the chopping blade first
before removing the processed food.
FOR SAFETY, ALWAYS USE THE
FOOD PUSHER WHEN PUTTING
FOOD INTO THE THE FEEDER TUBE.
NEVER FEED BY HAND.
10. Do NOT leave the appliance
unsupervised when it is in the "ON"
position.
Fig. 12
OPERATING THE PROCESSOR.
3. Place ingredients to be processed in
the bowl.
4. Then holding the processor lid by the
feeding tube, place the processor lid
onto the bowl and turn counter
clockwise to lock the lid in place.
Ensure that the lid tab has "clicked"
into place and that the arrow on the
lid is aligned with the dot on the unit.
Insert food pusher into feed chute.
(Fig. 13 & Fig. 14)
7. Recommended speed for making
dough is maximum.
Fig. 16
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Slicing & Shredding Blades
French Fry Blade Assembly
Whipping Attachment
Juice Extractor (Cont.)
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source and
the speed control dial is in the “OFF”
position before inserting or removing
attachments.
1. Place the blade of your choice on
the blade holder. Inserting the longer
tab on the side of the blade first.
(Fig. 17)
2. Press the other end of the blade until
it clicks into place. (Fig. 18)
3. Fit the processor bowl and spindle
as detailed on the page 4.
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source and
the speed control dial is in the “OFF”
position before inserting or removing
attachments.
Note: The French Fry Blade is already
assembled to the blade holder. Do not
try to remove it. (Fig. 20)
1. Fit the processor bowl and spindle
as detailed previously.
2. Using the finger holes in the french fry
blade holder, fit it over the spindle and
press firmly into place as indicated.
(Fig. 21)
WARNING: USE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN HANDLING
BLADES. BLADES ARE SHARP.
4. Fit the lid and click into place as
indicated in Setting Up section
(page 4).
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source and
the speed control dial is in the “OFF”
position before inserting or removing
attachments.
3. Fit the juice extractor
lid over the extractor
and rotate counter
clockwise ensuring
that the lid tab has
clicked into place
4. Plug in processor.
5. Turn speed control to minimum
(use only on
1. Fit the processor bowl and spindle as
described previously on page 4.
2. Fit the whipping attachment over the
spindle and press firmly into place.
(Fig. 22)
3. Place the ingredients into the bowl.
4. Fit the lid and click into place as
described in the “Setting Up” section
(page 4).
5. Plug in the food processor.
6. Turn the food processor on selecting
high speed.
7. Recommended speed for whipping
is high.
8. Remove the whipping attachment from
the bowl before removing the whipped
ingredients.
FOR SAFETY, ALWAYS LEAVE THE
PUSHER IN PLACE WHILE OPERATING
THE PROCESSOR.
minimum speed).
6. Use the juice
extractor pusher
to add fruit into
the food tube.
(Fig. 25)
4. Using the finger holes in the blade
holder, fit it over the spindle and
press firmly into place as indicated.
(Fig. 19)
Fig. 25
7. If the juice extractor becomes
clogged during use, turn the
processor off and remove the
juice extractor. The excess pulp
can now easily be removed
using the spatula.
WARNING: USE EXTREME
CAUTION WHEN HANDLING
BLADES. BLADES ARE SHARP.
5. Fit the lid and click into place as
described in the Setting Up section
(page 4).
5. Plug in the processor.
Be sure to switch the appliance
to the “OFF” position after each
use. Make sure the motor stops
completely and you unplug the
unit before disassembling.
FOR SAFETY, ALWAYS USE
THE PUSHER WHEN
PUTTING FRUIT INTO THE
FEEDER TUBE - NEVER FEED
BY HAND.
Do not put your fingers or other
objects into the juicer opening
while it is operation. If food
becomes lodged in the opening,
use food pusher or another
piece of fruit or vegetable to
push it down. When this
method of removing food lodged
in the opening is not possible,
turn the appliance off, unplug
the unit and disassemble juicer
to remove the remaining food.
6. WARNING: USE THE FOOD
PUSHER TO ADD FOOD INTO THE
PROCESSOR BOWL THROUGH
THE FEEDER TUBE.
6. Plug in the processor.
7. WARNING: USE THE FOOD
PUSHER TO ADD FOOD INTO
THE PROCESSOR BOWL
THROUGH THE FEEDER TUBE.
Do not overload the food processor bowl.
In one operation, you can process a
maximum of 6 cups (1500 ml) of food.
Do not overload the bowl. In one
operation, you can process a
maximum 6 cups (1500 ml) of food.
Fig. 22
Note: When whipping thin liquids such as
skim milk, use only 3 oz. of liquid at a time.
Fig. 21
Fig. 20
Juice Extractor
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit
is unplugged from the power
source and the speed control dial
is in the “OFF” position before
inserting or removing
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
FINE
SLICING
THICK
SLICING
FINE
SHREDDING
COARSE
SHREDDING
attachments.
1. Fit the processor
bowl as detailed
previously
For fine slicing:
-
Recommended speed
level is High
(Cucumbers, raw
potatoes, lettuce,
carrots)
(page 4). (Fig. 23)
2. Fit the juice
Fig. 23
extractor/filter into
the processor bowl.
(Fig. 24)
For coarse slicing: -
For fine shredding:-
Recommended speed
level is High
(Cabbage, carrots,
onions)
Fig. 19
Recommended speed
level is High
(Carrots, cucumbers,
cabbage)
Fig. 24
For coarse shredding:- Recommended speed
level is High
(Lettuce, carrots,
apples)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Citrus Juice Filter
Operating the Blender (Cont.)
Re-settable Thermal Safety
Device
Your Quad Blade Food
Operating the Blender (Cont.)
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source and
the speed control dial is in the “OFF”
position before inserting or removing
attachments.
WARNING: Always Operate The Juicer At
Lowest Speed Only. Do Not Operate The 3. Place the blender
Citrus Juicer At Higher Speeds.
2. Remove the safety
cover. This can only
be done once the
processor lid has
been removed.
NOTE: You can crush 16 oz.
(500 ml) of ice cubes in the blender
using the PULSE/TURBO button.
CAUTION: To prevent spilling
(overflow) do NOT operate the
blender with more than 4 cups
(1000 ml) of soft liquid (i.e. soup) at
one time.
Always operate the blender with the
blender lid in place.
When blending hot liquids, always
remove the small measuring cap in
the blender lid.
Processor/Blender has been designed
with a unique safety system which
prevents damage to the unit’s motor
and drive system, should you
inadvertently overload your appliance.
The safety system will automatically cut
the electric power to the appliance
when the device senses an overload or
excessive temperature in the motor or
drive system. Should this occur during
use and the appliance stops
functioning, following is the re-setting
procedure:
1. Turn the “ON/OFF” speed control
to the “OFF” position
2. Unplug the unit from the wall
receptacle.
3. Remove and empty the processor
bowl. Ensure that no food is
jamming the cutting blades or
attachments.
4. Allow the appliance to cool down
for a minimum of 30 minutes.
5. Re-install the processor bowl and
re-plug appliance in the wall outlet.
6. Proceed to use the appliance as
before. Should the appliance still
fail to operate, turn the “ON/OFF”
speed control to the “OFF” position
and unplug from the wall outlet.
Allow the appliance to cool down
for an additional 1 to 2 hours. After
this time has passed, repeat the
restart procedure, steps 5 and 6
above.
(Fig. 30)
Fig. 30
into its location on
the processor body
with the handle to the
left. Turn counter
clockwise until the
blender clicks into
1. Fit the processor bowl
as detailed previously
(page 4).
2. Fit the citrus juice filter
into the processor
bowl. (Fig. 26)
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place and the arrows
are aligned. (Fig. 31)
Warning: Use extreme caution -
blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
4. Place food in blender.
5. Place the blender lid
and the measuring
cap on the blender.
(Fig. 32)
Fig. 31
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Avoid contact with moving parts at
all times.
Keep hair, clothing as well as
spatulas and other kitchen utensils
out of the blender jar while in
operation to reduce the risk of
severe injury to persons or damage
to the blender. A spatula may be
used but ONLY when the unit is not
in use.
Fig. 26
3. Rotate counter
clockwise. Ensure
that the citrus juice
filter tab has clicked
into place. (Fig. 27)
6. Replace the
processor bowl
Fig. 27
and processor lid.
Ensure that the lid
tab has clicked into
place. The blender
will not operate if
the processor lid is
not clicked in place.
Make sure that
Fig. 32
4. Insert the juice
NOTE:
reamer into the center
of the citrus juice filter
with its shaft inside
the central column of
the bowl. (Fig. 28)
TO REMOVE THE
BLENDER, YOU MUST
FIRST UNLOCK AND
REMOVE THE
PROCESSOR LID (A).
THEN UNLOCK AND
REMOVE THE BLENDER (B)
BY TWISTING CLOCKWISE.
(Fig. 34)
Fig. 34
Fig. 33
NO ATTACHMENTS
Fig. 28
5. Plug in the appliance.
6. Place fruit on juice reamer and hold with
a cupped hand.
7. Operate at minimum speed.
WARNING: Always operate the
juicer at minimum speed only.
Do not operate the citrus juicer at
higher speeds.
are inside the food processor bowl
when you are using the blender.
(Fig. 33)
WARNING:
7. Plug in the processor.
8. Always operate the blender with the
lid in place.
9. Recommended speed levels for
blending are between 5 - MAX.
When blending soft vegetables or
fruits start with level "5" and then go
to a higher level. For hard
vegetables or fruit always use "
MAX" speed level.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE
BLENDER AND FIT THE
SAFETY COVER INTO THE
PROCESSOR BODY WHEN
USING THE PROCESSOR.
(Fig. 35 & 36)
Fig. 35
Operating the Blender
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
unplugged from the power source
and the speed control dial is in the
“OFF” position before inserting or
removing attachments.
Fig. 36
IMPORTANT: Do NOT load the
blender with more than 10 oz.
(300 gr.) of hard vegetables at one
time. Do NOT operate continuously
for more than 20 seconds at one
time.
1. Remove the processor
bowl and lid. (Fig. 29)
Fig. 29
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Model EP96W
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is unplugged from power source and speed
control dial is in the “OFF” position before inserting or removing any
attachments and before cleaning.
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC warrants this product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from
the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use.
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Never immerse the unit, cord or plug
in water or any other liquid.
Clean the main unit with a damp
cloth only.
Only the stainless steel blades can
be washed in the dishwasher.
All other parts can be cleaned in
warm sudsy water using regular
dishwashing liquid.
If food has spilled over on to the
main unit, use the pointy end of the
spatula to clean the cracks and
crevices of the base under the food
processor bowl.
To clean the blender, fill the blender
jar with warm, sudsy water, place
the blender lid on the unit and run
the blender at speed level "MAX"
for 30 seconds. Rinse and repeat if
necessary.
Using the Storage Compartment
Your QUAD BLADE Food
Processor/Blender comes with a
storage compartment. (Fig. 37)
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If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal
household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete
appliance and accessories, freight prepaid. For Customer Service
the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship,
EURO-PRO Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof
of purchase date and $14.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and
handling must be included.*
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Fig. 37
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of
the repair or replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does
not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has
been tampered with or used for commercial purposes. This limited
warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent
handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit.
1. Lift the lid of the storage
compartment.
2. Place attachments inside as
shown above.
Hints & Tips:
Spatula Storage
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The double chopping blade can be
used for chopping meat, fish,
vegetables, cheese, etc. setting
the speed to maximum.
Slide the spatula into the slot provided
on the side of the processor body.
(Fig. 38)
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and
excludes all other legal and/or conventional warranties. The
responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC if any, is limited to the
specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the
limited warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for
incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some
states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.
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For finer chopping, increase the
length of time you process.
For coarser chopping, use the pulse
button for a few seconds and monitor
food texture.
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Pre-cut larger pieces to make them fit
into the feed tube. When chopping
hard foods (e.g. meat, cheese) cut
into 1 “/2.4 cm cubes.
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For shredding, place food horizontally
into the feed tube, for slicing place the
food vertically.
When blending, pour the liquids in
first and then add the solid food.
Begin blending at the lower speed
and increase when needed.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Fig. 38
Cord Storage
The power supply cord can be
stored by feeding it into the opening
at the back of the food processor
body. (Fig. 39)
*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be
sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item
before packing with your name, complete address and phone
number with a note giving purchase information, model number
and what you believe is the problem with item. We recommend you
insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your
warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION
CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to improve our
products, therefore the specifications contained herein are subject
to change without notice.
Fig. 39
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