KitchenAid 5KFP1644 manual Installing/removing the slicing disc, Adjusting the slicing thickness

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Using Your Accessories

Installing/removing the slicing disc

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1 Place the disc on the power shaft.

3	Install the lid, aligning the tabs and
	locking it into place.

2	Slightly rotate the disc until it drops
	into place.
Finger grip		Finger grip

To remove slicing disc, remove lid and

4 using the 2 finger grips, lift the disc straight up.

Adjusting the slicing thickness

NOTE: This lever only works with the adjustable slicing disc. Changing thickness settings with other discs or blades installed will have no effect on operation.

In addition to the position of the lever, it is possible to change the thickness of your slices by changing pressure on the food item when guiding it into the feed tube. Use more pressure for a thicker slice, or use less pressure for a thinner slice.

Thicker

Thinner

Move lever to select desired thickness.

IMPORTANT: Discs and adapters must be removed before removing bowls.

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Contents 5KFP1644 Table of Contents Important Safeguards Food Processor SafetyElectrical requirements Electrical equipment waste disposalAccessory case Parts and FeaturesParts and accessories Dough bladeDicing KIT Action Setting Food Selecting the right toolsAction Power Shaft Using Your Food ProcessorAttaching the lid and safety lock Attaching the work bowlMedium Food Pusher Using the 3-in-1 feed tubeLarge food Pusher Small food Pusher Drizzle HoleUsing the speed controls Removing processed foodsFinger grip Using Your Accessories Preparing the dicing kit for first useInstalling/using the dicing kit ClickInstalling/removing the multipurpose blade Installing/removing the prep bowl Processing, carefully lift off of adapter Installing/removing the slicing disc Adjusting the slicing thicknessThicker Thinner Installing/removing the mini-bowl and mini-blade Mini-blade Power shaftInstalling/removing the citrus press Using Your Accessories Installing/removing the egg whip or dough bladeCare and Cleaning Using the multipurpose blade To slice or shred fruits or Using a slicing or shredding discUsing the dough blade To slice uncooked meat or poultry, such as stir-fry meatsHelpful hints Carrots, apples, hard cheeses, partially frozen meats, etcFood Processor doesn’t run TroubleshootingIf the lid won’t close when using the disc Food Processor not shredding or slicing properlyWarranty and service KitchenAid Food Processor warrantyCustomer service W10529664A 12/12

5KFP1644 specifications

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