Introduction
Thank you for choosing the LINKChef Electric Food Chopper. This versatile 600W appliance is designed to simplify your food preparation tasks, allowing you to chop meat, vegetables, fruits, and even crush ice with ease. Its robust stainless steel bowl and powerful motor ensure efficient and consistent results. Please read this manual thoroughly before first use to ensure safe operation and optimal performance.
Figure 1: LINKChef Electric Food Chopper, Model L1915-2. This image shows the assembled food chopper with its stainless steel bowl and motor unit.
Figure 2: The durable, polished stainless steel bowl of the LINKChef food chopper, designed to resist scratches, bumps, corrosions, and tarnishing.
Important Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read all instructions before using the appliance.
- To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the motor unit, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
- Avoid contact with moving parts. Blades are sharp. Handle with extreme care.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the 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.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.
Parts Identification
Familiarize yourself with the components of your LINKChef Electric Food Chopper:
Figure 3: Exploded view showing the individual components of the LINKChef food chopper, including the motor unit, lid, blades, bowl, and anti-slip mat.
- Start Button: Located on top of the main body, used to activate the chopping function.
- Main Body (Motor Unit): Contains the 600W motor and controls.
- Food Grade Lid: Transparent lid to cover the bowl during operation, ensuring safety and preventing splashes.
- 4 Bi-level Blades: Sharp stainless steel blades designed for efficient chopping and grinding.
- Stainless Steel Bowl (1.2L): Durable and robust bowl for holding ingredients.
- Anti-slip Rubber Mat: Provides stability and prevents the bowl from sliding during use.
Figure 4: Close-up of the adamantine connector, highlighting its sturdy, wear-resistant design for smooth, durable, and quiet operation.
Assembly and Setup
Follow these steps to assemble your food chopper before use:
Figure 5: Visual guide for assembling the LINKChef food chopper, showing the four key steps from blade installation to starting operation.
- Install the Blade: Place the anti-slip rubber mat under the stainless steel bowl. Carefully place the 4 bi-level blade assembly onto the fixed shaft inside the bowl. Ensure it is seated properly.
- Add the Ingredients: Cut your ingredients into small, manageable pieces (approximately 1-2 inches) and add them into the stainless steel bowl. Do not overfill the bowl; ensure ingredients are below the maximum fill line.
- Install Main Body: Place the food grade lid onto the bowl, aligning it correctly. Then, place the main body (motor unit) onto the lid, turning it slightly to lock it into place. Ensure all parts are securely assembled.
- Start Work: Plug the chopper into a power outlet. Press the start button on top of the main body to begin chopping. Use short pulses for coarse chopping or hold for finer results.
Operating Your Food Chopper
The LINKChef Electric Food Chopper features a pulsing button for ultimate control over your chopping results:
Figure 6: Illustration demonstrating the pulsing button for precise control and examples of soft (fruits, garlic, peppers, onions) and hard (nuts, meats, beans, carrots) ingredients suitable for chopping.
- Pulsing Action: Press and release the start button in short bursts to achieve desired consistency. This method is ideal for coarse chopping or when you need more control over the texture.
- Continuous Operation: For finer chopping or pureeing, hold down the start button. Do not operate continuously for more than 30 seconds to prevent motor overheating. Allow the motor to rest between cycles.
- Ingredient Preparation: For best results, cut larger ingredients into smaller, uniform pieces before placing them in the bowl. Remove any bones from meat or hard pits from fruits.
- Processing Different Ingredients:
- Soft Ingredients: Fruits, garlic, peppers, onions. These typically require shorter pulsing times.
- Hard Ingredients: Nuts, meats, beans, carrots. May require slightly longer pulsing or continuous operation, but always monitor to avoid over-processing.
- Ice Crushing: Use small ice cubes. Pulse briefly until desired consistency is achieved.
- Safety Lock: The chopper will only operate when the main body is correctly assembled and locked onto the lid and bowl.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Proper cleaning and maintenance will extend the life of your LINKChef Food Chopper:
Figure 7: Components of the food chopper (bowl, lid, blades, anti-slip mat) shown being easily cleaned under running water, emphasizing that the main motor unit should not be exposed to liquid.
- Always unplug the appliance before cleaning.
- Bowl, Lid, and Blades: These parts are dishwasher safe. Alternatively, they can be washed by hand with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately. Handle blades with extreme care as they are very sharp.
- Main Body (Motor Unit): The main body should NOT be touched with any liquid. Wipe the exterior of the motor unit with a damp cloth. Do not immerse it in water or any other liquid.
- Anti-slip Mat: Wash with warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly.
- Storage: Store the assembled chopper in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with your food chopper, please refer to the following table:
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance does not turn on. | Not plugged in; parts not assembled correctly; motor overheated. | Ensure plug is securely in outlet. Check that the bowl, lid, and motor unit are correctly locked into place. Unplug and let cool for 30 minutes if motor feels hot. |
| Ingredients are not chopping evenly. | Bowl is overfilled; ingredients are too large; not enough pulsing. | Reduce the amount of ingredients. Cut ingredients into smaller, more uniform pieces. Use short, controlled pulses. |
| Motor sounds strained or stops. | Too much load; hard ingredients; motor overheating. | Reduce the quantity of ingredients. Ensure ingredients are suitable for chopping. Unplug and allow the motor to cool down. |
| Lid or bowl is difficult to remove. | Parts are tightly sealed after use. | Ensure the motor unit is fully disengaged. Gently twist and lift. |
If the problem persists after trying these solutions, please contact customer support.
Product Specifications
- Brand: LINKChef
- Model Number: L1915-2
- Power: 600 Watts
- Bowl Material: Stainless Steel
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Bowl Capacity: Approximately 1.2 Liters
- Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 19.28 x 19.28 x 22.99 cm (7.59 x 7.59 x 9.05 inches)
- Item Weight: 1.29 Kilograms (2.84 lbs)
- Dishwasher Safe Parts: Yes (Bowl, Lid, Blades, Anti-slip Mat)
- UPC: 756244217123
Warranty and Customer Support
LINKChef products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official LINKChef website. If you have any questions, concerns, or require technical assistance, please do not hesitate to contact LINKChef customer support. Please have your model number (L1915-2) and purchase details ready when contacting support.
For the most up-to-date contact information, please visit the official LINKChef website or refer to your product packaging.
