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Hamilton Beach 70740 Troubleshooting
The Hamilton Beach 70740 two speed, 8 cup food processor released in 2010.
Processor Does Not Turn On
The food processor is switched to ON but there is no power.
Food Processor is NOT Plugged In
Confirm that the processor is plugged into the outlet and outlet has power.
Bowl and Lid NOT Locked in Place
Check to see that the bowl and lid are locked in place by setting the bowl into the preset slots with the handle facing the right side of the processor. Then rotate the bowl clockwise until locked. If not the processor will not run.
Damaged Power Cord
If processor is plugged into a working outlet and bowl is locked into place but the unit is still not working, then the power cord may need to be replaced. Inspect the cord for any damages and if replacement is needed consult the replacement guidefor the power cord.
Damaged Motor
If the above does NOT apply and the processor is still not working, then the motor may be damaged. To replace the motor follow the replacement guide.
Blade does NOT Cut Well
The blade is not effectively chopping food.
Blade is Dull
If the blade is dull there are two possible solutions. One is to sharpen the blade using a sharpening tool, however if you do not have access to a sharpening device simply replace the old blade.
Blades are NOT Spinning
The blades are not spinning even though the processor is running.
Blade Not Locked in
The blade may NOT be spinning if it is NOT securely locked onto the main shaft of the processor. Make sure it is locked before turning the processor on.
Food Build Up
The blade may begin to slow down or completely stop. If this occurs clean out bowl and clean off blade thoroughly. Also use smaller portions of food in the food processor to help prevent any build up.
Damaged Gears
The blades may not be spinning because the gears that run the shaft have been broken or stripped. If the motor can be heard running but the blades are not spinning then the gears may need to be replaced. If this is the case please consult the replacement guide for gears.
Damaged Motor
The blades may not be spinning because the motor is damaged. If the processor is plugged in correctly and the motor is not making any noise or spinning the blades properly then the motor may need to be replaced. If this is the case follow the steps in the replacement guide.
Buttons Not Working
Switch is unresponsive.
Device Power
Make sure that the processor is plugged correctly into a working outlet.
Damaged Switch
If the processor's switch is unresponsive in one or multiple modes then the switch may be bad and need to be replaced. Follow the replacement guidefor the processors switch. It is helpful to keep this area free of liquids and food to prevent it from going bad.
Hamilton Beach Parts
Where can Hamilton Beach parts be purchased?
Hamilton Beach Home Page
The Hamilton Beach website sells most of the parts to their products, but if a specific component cannot be found on their website consider looking in a local appliance store that may have the part you need.
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The bowl is locked in and won’t unlock so I cannot reove it. What can I do?
Brenda - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
The bowl on my food processor is locked down. I can't get it unlocked to take it off to wash it. What should I do?
Brenda - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
Brenda any solutions? Same thing happened to me.
ari miller - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
My blade is stuck and won’t come out. How do I fix it
Julie Gall - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
There are four requests on how to unlock the top and no answers. I now have a fifth with the same problem. Doesn’t Hamilton Beach have any brilliant engineers who created the problem with answers on how to correct it? I guess the answer is don’t buy Hamilton Beach products if they are unable to give a solution to their problem.
Jiim Weiss - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
The shredder blade works until you try to shred anything.
Cathy McNab Rizzuto - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
Easy…one spray with WD40 releases bowl instantly
paulnrozbach - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
I have a problem with the lid. In the middle of the lid is a small black piece that has become welded to the main blade post . I got the lid off but this small black piece is still connected which does not allow me to remove the grating blade. Any ideas? I have tried using WD40 with no result. And a various tools to pull it up and off the center post but no success.
pcwhite - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
Does anyone know how to unlock the top??? Help!
M Garlington - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
top is locked and can’t unlock. tips?
velasqub - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
how do you get the french fried blade off when you get it on the wrong side
Betty Johnson - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
My processor won't turn on. The knob won't move. Everything is locked in place.
sherys51 - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
The chopper bowl top attachment will not come off. Brand new. Was wanting to wash before using but Chopper top will not come off.
Dianne Makowski - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
Yes, we have to be our own detectives. Disappointed
joanneferrato - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
After one use, the top of the plastic spindle that holds the blade chipped off several pieces of plastic
GMR - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
I got my food processor for Christmas 2022. I have used the thing only about eight times and the blades are not spinning. I am 68 years old. I've used these all my life. Nothing is stuck in it. It's just the blades quit working after I was trying to make coleslaw. Is there a recall on these or how will you fix this? This is crazy that tear up after using it 8 times
Dawn S Guernsey - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
I don't want replace them up parts. I want the whole unit replaced after using it eight times in the blades won't spend. That's a fall in manufacturing
Dawn S Guernsey - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
I bought a duo food processor washed everything plugged it and it doesnt work. Everything is snapped into pkace. Is there a trick?
Megz - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0