Black and Decker Handy Chopper MincerChopper HC2000 User Manual

							MODELS HC2000
HandyChopper
TM
Mincer/Chopper
Mincer/Chopper
Mincer/Chopper
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							IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk 
of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions.
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse
Base, Motor Block, cord, or plug in water or other liquid. To
clean, wipe exterior with a damp cloth.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or tak-
ing off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and
pull straight out from outlet.
Never pull cord.
Avoid contacting moving parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or dam-
aged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest autho-
rized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appli-
ance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
The Blade is sharp. Handle carefully. Store out of reach of
children.
To avoid injury, never place Knife Blade on Base without first
putting Bowl properly in place. Make sure Motor and Knife
Blade have stopped completely before removing Cover.
Do not attempt to force the Cover interlock mechanism.
This appliance is intended for processing small quantities of
food for immediate consumption. This appliance is not
intended to prepare large quantities of food at one time.
This product has a “pulse action” feature. Avoid running the
motor continuously in this mode for periods over 1 minute.
Do not operate the appliance when empty.
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							1. Base
2. Pulse/On Switch
3. Base Slot
4. Blade Hub/Knife Blade
5. Cover Handle
6. Extended Tab
7. Bowl
8. Bowl Locking Tabs
9. Shaft
10. Base Locking Slot
Be certain Cover is locked securely in place before operat-
ing appliance.
Check Bowl for presence of foreign objects before operating.
This appliance is intended for household use only, not for
commercial or industrial use.
POLARIZED PLUGThis appliance has a polarized plug—one blade
is wider than the other. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse it. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature by modifying the plug
in any way.
Before using for the first time, wash Bowl, Cover,
and Knife Blade in warm, sudsy water and dry
thoroughly. All of these parts are dishwasher-
safe. Wipe off the Base/Motor Block with a
damp cloth; do not immerse Base in water.
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How To Use & Clean
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							1.  To assemble, place the unit on
a counter or other flat work sur-
face. Place the Bowl onto the
Base, lining up the Bowl Locking
Tabs to the Locking Slots.
2.  Turn clockwise until the Bowl
locks. (Figure A)
3.  Slide the Knife Blade down over
the shaft. Be careful not to touch
the Blade as it is extremely sharp.
4.  Place the Cover on the Bowl,
with the Extended Tab on the
same side as the Base Slot. Turn
the Cover clockwise into the Base
Slot as far as it will go. The Cover
Handle will line up with the
Pulse/On Switch. (Figure B)
NOTE:For your protection, this
unit has a Cover Interlock
System. The unit will not operate
unless the Extended Tab is cor-
rectly located inside the Base
Slot. Do not attempt to operate
the unit without the Cover being
correctly placed.
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ASSEMBLING THE UNIT
1.  To use, remove the Cover and place up to 1 cup of dry foodin the
bowl. (See “Guide To Use.” 
2.  Place the Cover on the Bowl and turnto lock into place.
3.  Depress and hold the Pulse/On Button to proces.
NOTE:  The longer the continuous pulse, the finer the texture. For
coarsely chopped foods, use short pulses.
4.  If the Chopper does not operate, be sure the Bowl Locking Tabs are
properly positioned, and the Cover properly aligned. The parts are
designed to “lock” into position.
5.  Be sure the Blade stops turning completely before removing the
Cover. Unplug the unit. remove the cover and grasp the plastic blade
hub. Carefully pull the Knife Blade straight up. Remove the Bowl and
empty the processed food. Do not use Bowl for storing food.
CHOPPING / MINCING 
						

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FOOD PREPARATION HINTS
Bread Up to 2 slices, break each slice into 8 pieces.
Carrots/Celery/ Cut into 1/2” pieces. Use up to 1 cup.
Peppers
Chocolate Chips Up to 1/2 cup chips. Process 30-50 seconds. 
Eggs-Hard-Cooked Peel; cut crosswise into quarters. Use up to 3 eggs.
Garlic Peel. Use 1 or more large cloves.
Mushrooms Quarter for best results. Use up to 3/4 cup. 
Pulse to desired texture.
Nuts-Soft Add up to 1-1/2 cups at a time; less for a
(pecans, walnuts) more coarse texture.
Onions-white, Peel up to 2 medium (2” diameter) onions or 3 small
red, yellow  (1-1/2” diameter). Cut each into 6 pieces. Pulse.
Parsley 
(leaves only)Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup; process about 60 seconds.
Guide To Use
Need Help?
Service, if necessary, must be performed by a Black &
Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance Company-Owned
or Authorized Service Center. The Service Center nearest
you can be found in the yellow pages of your phone book
under “Appliances-Small-Repairing,” or you may call the
toll-free “800” number on the cover of this manual. 
If mailing or shipping your unit, pack it carefully in its
original carton or any sturdy carton with enough packing
material to prevent damage. Include a note describing
the problem and be sure to give your return address. We
suggest that you insure the package for your protection.
Consumer replaceable parts and accessories are also
available at Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household
Appliance Company-Owned or Authorized Service Centers.
SERVICE 
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							Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this 
product against any defects that are due to
faulty material or workmanship for a two-
year period after the original date of con-
sumer purchase or receipt as a gift. This
warranty does not include damage to the
product resulting from accident or misuse. 
If the product should become defective 
within the warranty period, we will repair it
or elect to replace it free of charge. We will
return your product, transportation charges
prepaid, provided it is delivered prepaid to
any Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household
Appliance Company-Owned or Authorized
Service Center. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. 
Answers to any questions regarding war- 
ranty or service locations may be obtained
by calling toll-free 1-800-231-9786 or by
writing:
Consumer Assistance and Information 
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.
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Hampstead, MD 21074-0618
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