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Cuisinart 8 Cup Food Processor FP-8SV

  • 8 cup work bowl with measurement markings
  • 350 watt motor, corded, 120 volts
  • High, Low, Off and Pulse rubberized controls
  • Reversible slicing and shredding disc, medium to fine
  • Stainless steel blade plus feed tube and pusher
  • Limited 3-year warranty in specs, 2-year in bullets

Updated 3 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A straightforward mid-size processor for chopping, pureeing, slicing and shredding with simple button controls. The listing gives conflicting warranty terms, so confirm coverage in the manual.

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ASIN: B00LBZOYAKModel: FP-8SV

Overview

A home cook who preps salsa, soups and shredded vegetables gets a compact food processor with a chopping blade and a reversible slicing and shredding disc. A feed tube on the lid lets ingredients go in while the motor runs, and rubberized buttons set the speed or pulse.

Simple controls and one reversible disc cover most everyday chopping, slicing and shredding without a drawer of attachments. The disc offers only medium and fine cuts, and no dough blade appears among the included parts, so kneading falls outside its job.

Who it's for

Weeknight cooks who make salsa, pureed soups or shredded slaw will get the most use from its bowl and disc. Bakers kneading dough and cooks feeding a crowd in one pass need a larger machine with more attachments.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Reversible disc slices and shreds
  • Feed tube adds ingredients while running
  • Pulse plus high and low speeds
  • Removable parts are dishwasher safe
Cons
  • Only medium and fine disc settings
  • No dough blade among included parts
  • Warranty length differs between bullets and specs
  • Plastic housing and bowl

Performance notes

Results depend on how full the bowl is and whether you pulse or run continuously. Pulsing gives a coarser, more even chop, while the high setting turns a bowl of cooked vegetables into puree. Slice thickness comes from which face of the reversible disc points up, and steady pressure on the pusher gives even cuts.

Specifications

BrandCuisinart
ModelFP-8SV
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions D X W X H7.6"D x 9.58"W x 15.19"H
Item Weight6 pounds
Capacity & performance
Bowl Capacity8 cups
Number Of Speeds4
Power & efficiency
Power SourceCorded Electric
Voltage120 volts
Wattage350
Construction & materials
Blade MaterialStainless Steel
ColorSilver
MaterialPlastic
Included components
Included ComponentsBlade, Lid, Motor, Pusher, Work Bowl
Unit Count1 Count
Warranty & support
Warranty DescriptionLimited 3-Year Warranty
Other details
Item Type NameSmall Food Processor
Product Care InstructionsHand Wash
Recommended Uses For ProductChop
Special FeaturesManual

Frequently asked questions

Does the Cuisinart FP-8SV need any special setup or outlet?

No special setup is listed. It is a corded electric unit rated at 120 volts, so it plugs into a standard US household outlet. The work bowl, blade, lid and pusher fit onto the motor base.

Can the Cuisinart FP-8SV knead bread dough?

The listing does not include a dough blade or mention kneading. The parts are a chopping blade, the reversible slicing and shredding disc, lid, pusher and work bowl, so plan on chopping, pureeing, slicing and shredding.

Can I add ingredients while the Cuisinart FP-8SV is running?

Yes. The lid has an integrated feed tube, so ingredients can go in during processing, with the pusher guiding them onto the disc.

Which parts of the Cuisinart food processor go in the dishwasher?

The bullets say the removable parts are dishwasher safe. One spec line says hand wash, so hand washing the blade and disc is the cautious route.

What warranty comes with the Cuisinart FP-8SV?

The listing is inconsistent: the bullets state a limited 2-year warranty and the specs state a limited 3-year warranty. Check the user manual for the actual terms.