The multipurpose food processor vibrates and moves on worktop

Your multipurpose food processor is a valuable kitchen aid, helping you prepare your food. Kneading, mixing, heating, grating, it can do it all! So you've been worried about it for a while, because when you use it on a fast speed, it has an annoying tendency to move around your worktop. You're afraid it might fall down onto the floor, and you're right! Not only will this damage your food processor, but it could be dangerous if its contents are very hot! So you need to solve this problem immediately. This article will help you find out why this is happening and fix it.

POTENTIAL CAUSES OF THIS FAULT:

• The worktop surface is not level

• The food processor's feet are damaged or dirty

• The food processor's head is loose

• The food processor is not being used properly

WARNING
Before carrying out any work on your appliance, be absolutely sure that you first completely disconnect it from the mains electricity supply.
Risk of electric shock.
Wear protective gloves if you need to disassemble the appliance
Risk of cuts and abrasions.

The worktop surface is not level

Your kitchen aid is calibrated in the factory so that it remains perfectly stable when in use. Also, models with a built-in scale need a perfectly flat surface so you can weigh ingredients exactly. If the surface the food processor is standing on is unstable or uneven, it's likely to destabilise your kitchen aid during intensive use. You should always try to avoid using it on tiled worktops whose crevices could create an imbalance and lead to uncontrolled movement of your food processor. In such cases, you can lay down a very flat board on top of the worktop and place the food processor on this. Generally speaking, you should also avoid positioning the appliance too close to the edge of the work surface and do not leave it unattended for too long! Last but not least, make sure you always wind the power cord around the notches designed for it under the motor unit. This prevents a poorly positioned cable from sitting underneath and destabilising the appliance.

The food processor's feet are damaged or dirty

When you use your food processor at maximum speed and the bowl is full, it is normal for the appliance to cause vibrations. That’s why multipurpose food processors have non-slip feet so they adhere perfectly to the worktop. There are 3 or 4 of these rubber pads under the base of the food processor. Over time, these pads get dirty or wear out and no longer do what they're supposed to do. Firstly, clean all the pads thoroughly and try the food processor out again. If the problem persists and you notice signs of wear on the rubber feet, you will need to replace the pad(s) in question.

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Loose food processor head

If your food processor keeps wanting to gallop away, it might be because the food processor's head has some give. As a result, this part will vibrate more than normal and cause your appliance to move around. If that is the case, we advise you to check whether your multipurpose food processor's head is attached properly. If it is loose, you just need to tighten the screw! Check your food processor's manual to see how to proceed or ask our advice by giving us the technical specifications for your model.

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The food processor is not being used properly

A food processor or mixer's functions may vary according to model. The appliance's power is a determining factor particularly. Check your appliance's instructions to see all its functions and more especially what you shouldn't do as that could damage the food processor. For example, blending ice cubes to make crushed ice can really put a strain on a food processor with only average power. Also, make sure you distribute your ingredients carefully in the bowl to avoid any imbalances. This mainly happens when you use your food processor to knead dough or to chop vegetables.

Not using your appliance properly could lead to it breaking down because the motor has overheated or scalding yourself if hot liquid splashes out. You should also check that you aren't using too high a speed for the chosen function.

Last but not least, check that the combination of rotation speed and quantity of ingredients in the bowl match what is given in the recipe you are making. This is because a bowl that is too full or not full enough can create an imbalance and cause the appliance to vibrate excessively.