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Here are the most frequently asked questions from our customers about the KitchenAid 9 Cup Exact Slice Food Processor w/ French Fry Disc & Dough Blade.  Don't see an answer to your question? Post your question to this blog, below, and check back throughout the day on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, to have your question answered by our KitchenAid team of experts!

Q: What is the ExactSlice™ System?

A: The KitchenAid exclusive ExactSlice System 9-Cup Food Processor has an externally Adjustable Slicing Thickness Control that allows you to adjust slicing thickness from thin to thick, without having to remove the blade assembly. With the slicing disc installed, simply slide the external slicing thickness control to the desired setting―no need to remove the lid or even turn off the food processor.

Q: How many different thickness can I make using the External ExactSlice System?

A: The External ExactSlice System allows for six Settings from thin to thick.

Q: Why do I need three speeds?

A: Low, High, and Pulse speeds provide precise control to give great results with most any food. Use Low for soft, delicate foods; High for hard, dense foods; Pulse for precision results when a light touch is needed.

Q: What is the advantage of the 3-in-1 Wide Mouth Feed Tube?

A: The 3-in-1 Wide-Mouth Feed Tube accommodates various sizes of foods including large items, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and potatoes, with minimum sectioning or slicing. The Three-Piece Food Pusher consists of three pushers that are nested inside of each other. Remove the medium pusher from the large pusher to reveal a medium-size feed tube for continuous processing. For continuous processing of smaller items like herbs, nuts, single carrots, and celery, remove the narrow pusher and use the narrow feed tube. A small hole in the bottom of the narrow pusher makes it easy to drizzle oil into ingredients―just fill with the desired amount of oil or other liquid ingredient.

Q: Will I be able to shred in the 9-Cup Food Processor?

A: Yes, the 9-Cup Food Processor comes with a Reversible Shredding Disc to allow for fine and medium shredding.

Q: Can the French fry disc slice anything other than potatoes?

A: The French fry disc allows you to quickly and easily make homemade French fries from potatoes. It can also be used to slice other firm fruits and vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, and apples. The French fry disc is stainless steel and dishwasher-safe.

Q: What is the purpose of the dough blade?

A: The dough blade is specifically designed for mixing yeast dough quickly and thoroughly.

Q: Does the 9-cup Food Processor come with any other bowls?

A: Yes, the 9-Cup Food Processor comes complete with a three-cup mini bowl that allows the added versatility to process even the smallest batches quickly. The 9-cup work bowl and the three-cup mini bowl are BPA-free and dishwasher safe (top rack only).

Q: Are the work blades and discs dishwasher-safe?

A: Yes, the multipurpose and mini multipurpose blades, adjustable slicing disc, and reversible shredding disc are stainless steel and top-rack dishwasher-safe.

Q: I’m not so familiar with food processors. Are any instructions included?

A: Yes, the KitchenAid 9-Cup Food Processor comes complete with a Use & Care Guide. The guide provides detailed descriptions for all food processor parts and features, including step-by-step instructions for preparing the processor for use, using the food processor, and disassembling and cleaning the food processor along with additional helpful hints.

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