Food processor for slicing discs: how to choose the pros

Food processor - an electromechanical unit for processing of products that combines the functions of several household appliances - shredder, grinder, mixer, blender and slicers and graters.

Principle of operation

Structural elements of a food processor are:

• Working bowl;
• a drive mechanism (motor);
• Bit set;
• control buttons.

The ingredients to be processed are loaded into a working container. With the help of nozzles products are brought to the desired state defined by the program.

Machine controlled by buttons or rotary switches which are disposed on the front panel. The motor is hidden in the body, with the exception of the shaft driving the working machine mechanisms.

Bits are set in motion by an electric motor, the blade rotation speed depends on the power of the drive mechanism. Depending on the model baits rotation speed fluctuates 15-12000 revolutions per minute range, the number of speeds - one or more. Low speeds are designed for mixing and whisking the ingredients, high-speed turns - to grind.

Disk cutting is a circle defined with sharp blades, depending on the model, the blade can be fixed or removable. Replacement blades for the drive enable to modify the ways of cutting. Products to be sliced, is placed in a container, pressing device motor button is actuated.

How to choose a food processor with cutting discs

When choosing a significant criterion for selection is the working bowlIncluding the material from which it is made. In the market of household appliances are models with a working capacity of plastic, glass and metal.

Plastic cups equipped with low-end models. Plastic is exposed to temperatures and mechanical damage. During operation, the plastic container can be deformed, cracked, quickly turn yellow.

Bowl pyrex glass is characterized by strength, aesthetic appeal. Glass working capacity is stable to temperature changes, the container can be put into a microwave oven and freezer.

Metal containers are practical to maintain, reliable and durable, they are characterized by long life. Less kitchen appliances with a metal working capacity - high price.

Nozzles harvesting made of plastic, metal or tin. Better to give preference to models with steel blades. Number of nozzles depends on the modification of the kitchen unit. By the standard set include:

• Knife with double blade - designed for grinding and cutting products;
• circular knife - used for slicing, chopping;
• disk-emulsifier - whipping products sauces;
• grater;
• kneading.

The main unit mechanisms to handle products is the engine, the weight criterion for the choice - the power drive unit. When a device is desirable to take into account the fact that the performance of the combine must be proportional to the working capacity of the bowl in a ratio of 200 to 1. When the container capacity 1.5 liters optimum power drive mechanism is at least 300 watts.

type of management. In the market of household appliances represented combines with mechanical and electronic (touch) control. In the first case the rate of speed, temperature and time of the combine set to manual mode, the second - the operating parameters are set automatically.

Kitchen units with touch controls more reliable and easier to use. Machines with mechanical type control gain in the price.

Security - a weighty argument in the choice of model. To ensure the protection of manufacturers, as a rule, equipped with processors with a safety system that prevents the inclusion of machine with the lid ajar.

Characteristics

Conventionally, household appliances for the treatment of products can be subdivided into three sub-categories:

Mini combines:

• bowl capacity - up to 1.5 liters
• number of nozzles - 2-3 pc.
• speed modes - from 1 to 2
• Power - 300 Watts.

Compact combines:

• capacity bowl - 1.5-2.5 liter
• number of nozzles - up to 5 pcs.
• speed modes - from 2 to 3
• Power - 400-500 watts.

Multifunction appliances

• capacity bowl - 2.5-3 liters
• number of nozzles - up to 15 pcs.
• speed modes - 5 and up
• capacity - more than 700 watts.

functions

Food processors are capable of performing many operations, the functionality of the machine depends on the number of tools and options selected.

In addition to the standard set of knives, modern machines are additionally equipped with such devices:

• freezer;
• coffee grinder;
• mill for grinding cereals;
• cheese grater for cutting thin plates;
• Citrus press;
• blender;
• juicer or grinder;
• kebbe (tip for making home sausages).

Universal machines for food processing and can perform many tasks, including the following processes:

• slicing cubes, circles, slices and strips;
• slicing;
• milling products;
• whipping;
• kneading the dough;
• juicing.

Expensive models of domestic harvesters provide simultaneous execution of multiple operations, it greatly reduces the cooking time.

For users' convenience and space saving appliance manufacturers offer models of universal combines kitchen, equipped with a compartment for storage of tools and knives.

Pros and cons of the combine with drives for cutting

The main advantages for the kitchen Harvester:

• multifunctionality;
• savings;
• time savings.

Thus, spending funds for the purchase of one of the kitchen appliance, the consumer gets several. Process automation can reduce the time required for cooking and facilitates work Housewives.

Outs of food processor machines is considered to be:

• bulkiness,
• inconvenience of care (after each use it is necessary to disassemble the machine for washing and drying with subsequent assembly).

How to use

Before first use, should carefully examine the manufacturer's instructions.

Connection is only possible through a grounded outlet. Before starting the machine in the socket if the power supply voltage corresponds to the need to ensure the supply voltage specified in the data sheet or the name plate. At the end of the working process of the device should be disconnected from the mains.

Combines & shredders products mounted on a stable, hard surface.

When working, do not touch any moving parts to avoid injury and injuries.

General rules for working with the harvester

1. The volume of product loaded into the working container, should not exceed 2/3 of the bowl volume.
2. When working with a nozzle-mixer whisking weight should cover at least the lower part of the corolla.
3. Before working with meat products need to separate the meat from the bone, remove the tendon pre-cut meat into pieces of 2 cm. Frozen meat is subject to unfreeze.
4. Hot foods whose temperature exceeds 80⁰Must be pre-cooled.
5. Do not use damaged blades and nozzles (chips, cracks).
6. Upon completion of work the details should be washed with warm water and dry.

malfunctions

During the operation of the machinery for the processing of the following problems are related to food production:

• occurrence of knocking, grinding or other unusual sound during operation of the mechanism;
• overheating of the body;
• is not consistent with a given mode;
• burning odor wiring;
• smokes or sparks;
• device is not activated.

In the case of the guarantee at fault detection should contact the service center. If the warranty expired, you can try to understand the causes of failure on their own.

The causes of equipment failure may be associated with mechanical damage of parts, or with problems in the electrical part.

A malfunction of the mechanical nature They include the lack of transmission of torque to the working body. This may be due to wear of splines on a rotor shaft or a belt with a belt transmission impulse torque.

To determine the cause of failure, require disassembly. Disassembly and inspection of parts is carried out in the following sequence:

1) is disconnected from the mains, is detached removable parts;

2) is removed from the harvester base inverted Exam drive belt and gear. When loosening or burst of part of the drive belt must be replaced. Gears purified, low wear compensate lubricant replacement operate under severe defects.

3) after removal of the drive belt and the gear motor is removed, inspection is performed;

4) The gear is freed from the protective casing, the drive shaft is visiting.

If the motor is running the blades do not move, it is necessary to try to clean and lubricate the blade.

Problems in the electrical part They are caused by blown fuse, damage to the cord or the switch, the motor brush wear.

The way to solve the problem is to replace the parts that fail. Serious problems include the failure of the engine, manifold, control board. In this case, to eliminate the defects will need professional help.

Electrical parts of the machine for processing of products includes:

• commutator motor;
• switch;
• Lock system from the erroneous inclusion.

Components are connected in series when the device closes the electrical circuit. If the processor does not turn on, it may indicate an open circuit. Continuity check multimeter probe or by means of a control lamp.