Bartscher MX 235 User guide

MX 235
130115

Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
D-33154 Salzkotten
Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support Hotline: [phone]
www.bartscher.com
Version: 4.0
Date of preparation: 2020-07-06
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Original instruction manual
1Safety............................................................................................................2
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words....................................................................2
1.2 Safety instructions....................................................................................3
1.3 Intended Use ...........................................................................................5
1.4 Unintended Use.......................................................................................6
2General information.......................................................................................7
2.1 Liability and Warranty ..............................................................................7
2.2 Copyright Protection ................................................................................7
2.3 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................7
3Transport, Packaging and Storage................................................................8
3.1 Delivery Check.........................................................................................8
3.2 Packaging................................................................................................8
3.3 Storage....................................................................................................8
4Technical Data...............................................................................................9
4.1 Technical Specifications ..........................................................................9
4.2 List of Components of the Appliance .....................................................10
5Installation and operation ............................................................................11
5.1 Installation..............................................................................................11
5.2 Assembly and Disassembly...................................................................13
5.3 Operation...............................................................................................14
6Cleaning and Maintenance..........................................................................17
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning.............................................................17
6.2 Cleaning.................................................................................................17
6.3 Maintenance ..........................................................................................19
7Possible Malfunctions..................................................................................20
8Disposal....................................................................................................... 20

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Read this instruction manual before using and keep it available
at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about installation, operation and
maintenance of the appliance and constitutes an important source of information
and reference guide. The knowledge of all operational and safety instructions
included in this manual is a prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the
appliance. Additionally, accident prevention, occupational health and safety, and
legal regulations in force in the area the appliance is used apply.
Before you start using the appliance, especially before turning it on, read this
instruction manual in order to avoid personal injuries and property damages.
Improper use may cause damage.
This instruction manual forms and integral part of the product and must be stored in
an immediate vicinity of the appliance and be available at all times. The instruction
manual should be transferred together with the appliance.
1 Safety
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with technical standards
currently in force. However, the appliance may be a source of hazards if used
improperly or contrary to its intended purpose. All persons using the appliance must
consider information included in this instruction manual and observe safety
instructions.
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words
Important safety instructions and warning information are indicated in this
instruction manual with appropriate signal words. You must strictly follow the
instructions, to prevent accidents, personal injuries and property damages.
DANGER!
The signal word DANGER warns against hazards that lead to severe
injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
WARNING!
The signal word WARNING warns against hazards that may lead to
moderate or severe injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.

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CAUTION!
The signal word CAUTION warns against hazards that may lead to
light or moderate injuries if the hazards are not avoided.
,di e
IMPORTANT!
The signal word IMPORTANT indicates possible property damages,
which may occur if safety instructions are not observed.
NOTE!
The symbol NOTE indicates subsequent information and guidelines
for the user on usage of the appliance.
1.2 Safety instructions
Electrical Current
•Too high a mains voltage or incorrect installation may cause electric shock.
•The appliance may be connected only if data on the rating plate correspond with
the mains voltage.
•To avoid short-circuit, the appliance should be kept dry.
•If there are malfunctions during operation, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
•Do not touch the appliance’s plug with wet hands.
•Never take hold of the appliance if it has fallen into water. Immediately
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
•Any repairs or housing opening may be carried out by professionals and
relevant workshops only.
•Do not transport the appliance, holding it by the power cord.
•Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with heat sources or sharp
edges.
•Do not bend, pinch nor knot the power cord.
•Always completely unwind the power cord.
•Never place the appliance or other objects on the power cord.
•Always take hold of the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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•Only supervised appliance may be used.
•Always remain in an immediate vicinity of the appliance.
Operating Personnel
•The appliance may only be operated by qualified personnel and trained
specialist personnel.
•This appliance may not be operated by persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, nor by persons with limited experience
and/or limited knowledge.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they are not playing with or
switching on the appliance.
Safety of Stick Mixer Operation
•Never touch the rotating parts of the appliance during operation.
•When the appliance is switched on and works, never add any products nor
objects into a pot, which feature characteristics different from products that are
suitable for the intended use, for example: bones, frozen meat, non-edible
products or other objects, like scarves, etc.
•Never hold the appliance in areas other than the ones intended for normal use.
•Never hold, operate nor switch the appliance on with one hand only.
•With the appliance connected and switched on, it is prohibited to press other
food products or ingredients to the bottom of a pot and to order other people to
make such a pressure, as well as to introduce hands or any other body parts
during the operation of the appliance.
•Never immerse the appliance in a pot with food products for processing deeper
than the indicated level of immersion.
•Never pull the appliance out of a pot until it stops completely and no earlier than
10 seconds after switching the appliance off.
•Neither partially nor entirely, never remove safety elements and warning
indications from the appliance.
•Never use the appliance unless measures for removing residual risks have been
undertaken.
Residual Risks Stemming from Removal of Fixed Covers, Intervention
with Damaged / Worn Parts
•Under no circumstances may the user attempt to open or remove the fixed
cover or modify the safety elements.
•During refilling, maintenance and cleaning, as well as during all other manual
activities with the appliance, during which hands or other body parts are

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introduced into hazardous areas of the appliance, there is a residual risk mainly
consisting of:
–hitting the elements of the appliance,
–abrasion on rough parts of the machine,
–injury on pointed elements,
–cut wounds from sharp elements,
–entanglement into moving parts (e.g. a whisk).
•Remaining residual risks during cleaning or removing leftover food from the
blade due to the need to introduce hands into the vicinity of the blade, which
may lead especially to getting cut wounds by sharp elements.
•For this reason the user and maintenance technician must be trained for manual
interventions with open covers and stemming risks, as well as be authorised by
the person bearing responsibility. They must also wear suitable personal safety
garments or gloves resistant to cutting.
Improper Use
•Unintended or prohibited use may cause damage to the appliance.
•The appliance may only be used when its technical condition is flawless and
allows for safe operation.
•The appliance may only be used when all connections are executed according
to rules of law in force.
•The appliance may only be used when it is clean.
•Use only original spare parts. Never attempt to repair the appliance on your own.
•Do not introduce any changes in the appliance nor modify it.
1.3 Intended Use
As described below, every use of the appliance for a purpose differing and/or
diverging from its intended standard use, is prohibited and considered to be an
unintended use.
The following is an intended use:
–Mixing, pureeing and chopping of suitable warm and cold foods.
The appliance is intended for professional use only.

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1.4 Unintended Use
An unintended use may lead to personal injuries or property damages caused by
hazardous voltage, fire or high temperature. The appliance may only be used to
perform tasks described in this instruction manual.
The following is an unintended use:
–Chopping of frozen food products
–Chopping of very hard food products, e.g. ice cubes, nutmeg, coffee
grains or cereals
–Chopping of bones
–Chopping of products other than food products and other objects.

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2 General information
2.1 Liability and Warranty
All information and instructions in this instruction manual account for legal
regulations in force, current level of technical engineering knowledge as well as our
expertise and experience, developed over the years. If special models or additional
options are ordered, or state-of-the-art technical solutions were implemented, the
actual scope of delivery of the appliance may, in some circumstances, differ from
descriptions and numerous drawings in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages nor faults stemming from:
–failure to observe instructions,
–unintended use,
–technical alterations introduced by the user,
–usage of unapproved spare parts.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications to the product, intended for
improvement of the appliance and its performance.
2.2 Copyright Protection
This instruction manual, and texts, drawings and images included in it, as well as its
other components are copyright protected. It is prohibited to reproduce this
instruction manual (including its excerpts), in any form and by any means, and to
use and/or transfer its content to third parties without manufacturer’s written
permission. Violation of the above results in obligation to pay compensation. We
reserve the right to claim further damages.
2.3 Declaration of Conformity
The appliance meets the currently applicable standards and guidelines of the
European Union. We confirm the above in the EC Declaration of Conformity. We
may provide relevant Declaration of Conformity upon request.

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3 Transport, Packaging and Storage
3.1 Delivery Check
Immediately upon reception, check the delivery for completeness and possible
shipping damage. In the case of visible transport damage refuse to accept the
appliance or accept it conditionally. Mark and note the scope of damage in shipping
documents/consignment list of the shipping company and lodge a complaint.
Concealed damage must be reported immediately upon its discovery, as
compensation claims may only be filed within applicable time limits.
If you find that parts or accessories missing, please contact our Customer Service
Department.
3.2 Packaging
Do not dispose of the appliance cardboard box. It may be used to store the
appliance when relocating or when shipping the appliance to our service point in the
case of any damages.
The packaging and its elements are made of recyclable materials. Particularly,
these are: plastic films and bags, cardboard box.
When disposing of the packaging, observe applicable domestic regulations.
Recyclable packaging materials should be recycled.
3.3 Storage
Leave the packaging closed until installation of the appliance; observe external
indications concerning method of placing and storage. Store the packaging in the
following conditions only:
–in closed rooms;
–in dry and dust-free surrounding;
–away from aggressive agents;
–in a location protected against sunlight;
–in a location protected against mechanical shocks.
In the case of extended storage (over three months), make sure you check the
condition of the packaging and the parts regularly. If needed, replace the packaging
with a new one.

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4 Technical Data
4.1 Technical Specifications
Name:
Stick mixer MX 235
Art. No.:
130115
Material:
stainless steel, plastic
Mixing rod material:
stainless steel
Mixing rod length, in mm:
235
Speed levels:
1
Maximum rotational speed of mixer, in
RPMs:
15000
Maximum processing capacity, in litres:
20
Degree of protection:
IPX3
Cord length, in m:
1,8
Power supply:
0,25 kW / 230 V / 50-60 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
75 x 75 x 520
Weight in kg:
1,4
We reserve the right to implement technical modifications!
Version / Characteristics
•Designed for mixing, pureeing and chopping
•Control: electronic, button
•Detachable mixing rod
•ON/OFF button
•Ergonomic handle

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4.2 List of Components of the Appliance
Fig. 1
1. ON/OFF button
2. Quick coupling
3. Ventilation openings
4. Appliance body with motor block
5. Power cord
6. Interlocking ring
7. Immersion mark
8. Mixing rod
9. Blade protective cover
Application and Sub-Assemblies
The stick mixer is a portable appliance, which may be used for mixing pureeing and
chopping, etc. in catering and commercial kitchens.
This appliance makes it possible to prepare soups, purée, creams, marzipan,
cheese creams, etc. directly in a pot.
It is also ideal for bakeries and confectioneries for processing chocolate, sauces
and creams.
The appliance comprises of electric motor, which is installed in a plastic casting
(independent appliance body). The mixing rod is installed on a quick coupling with
the interlocking ring and fixed on a motor shaft through rotating.
Put the selected food products in a suitable container.
Then, using both hands, hold the appliance tightly in designated areas (see Fig. 3)
and:
–put the appliance with the mixing rod into a container or a pot;

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–operate the appliance through switching the button on/off, until the
product is processed entirely;
–switch the appliance off after approx. 10 seconds remove it from a
container and place on an appropriate surface.
The appliance features operating modes and characteristics that it may operate:
–touching the bottom of a container (with the mixing rod), but the
immersion level mark may not, however, be exceeded.
Start
Pulse operation is executed only via pressing the ON/OFF button (2).
The appliance operates only with the ON/OFF button (2) pressed.
The processed products are emptied manually after the end of the processing cycle
and removal of the appliance out of the container.
All materials that come into direct contact with food are compliant with regulations in
force for food products hygiene.
5 Installation and operation
5.1 Installation
Unpacking / Positioning
•Unpack the appliance, remove all external and internal packaging elements and
shipment safeguards.
CAUTION!
Choking hazard!
Prevent children from accessing package materials, for instance: plastic
bags and EPS.
•If the appliance is covered with a protective film, remove it. Remove the film
slowly, so no glue residues are left. Remove any glue residues with the use of a
suitable solvent.
•Be careful not to damage the rating plate and warning labels fixed on the
appliance.
•Never place the appliance in humid or wet environment.
•Place the appliance in a way making the connections easily accessible, so that
they may be quickly disconnected if such a need arises.

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•The appliance should be placed on surfaces that are:
–even, with sufficient bearing capacity, resistant to water, dry and resistant
to high temperatures;
–sufficiently large, and thus enabling usage of the appliance with no
problems;
–easily accessible;
–well ventilated.
•Maintain sufficient clearance from table edges. The appliance might turn over
and fall down.
Power supply connection
•Verify if technical data of the appliance (see rating plate) correspond with the
local electric power grid specification.
•Connect the appliance to a single, properly grounded mains socket with
protective contact. Do not connect the appliance to a multi-socket.
•The power cord should be laid in a way preventing anyone from threading on it
or tripping against it.

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5.2 Assembly and Disassembly
WARNING!
Injury hazard!
All interventions for the purpose of assembly and disassembly of any part
of the appliance may be executed only with the motor switched off and the
mains plug disconnected.
The assembly of the appliance is executed in a number of steps:
Fig. 2
1. Put the interlocking ring (6) of the mixing rod (8) onto a quick coupling (2) of the
appliance body (3).
2. Tighten the mixing rod (8) by rotating it in the counter-clockwise direction, until it
snaps onto the appliance body (3).
NOTE!
Follow the instructions found on the appliance body.
The disassembly shall be performed according to the above mentioned description,
but in the reverse order.

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5.3 Operation
Verifications and Tests Prior to Switching On
Verification / Test
Procedure
Make sure that:
–there are no foreign
objects in a pot
Visual inspection is aimed at verification if there are
no foreign objects in a pot, such as tools, towels etc.,
as well as no products that are not food products.
Remove such objects if found.
Cleanness control of:
–internal parts of the
appliance
–surfaces of
accessories
–internal parts of the
appliance
Before use, all surfaces of replaced parts must be
subject to visual inspection for the purpose of
verifying their cleanness.
When mould or other contaminants are found, those
parts should be cleaned following the instructions in
Section 6.2. 'Cleaning'.
The condition inspection
includes:
–fixed safety elements
–appliance body
All fixed covers must fulfil their functions. Perform
visual inspection of given elements to make sure they
are not externally damaged. Without exception, those
elements must be replaced in case of first signs of
wear or damage. Contact the service company.
Inspection of operational
ability of:
–control elements
designed for assuring
safety
–control systems
All elements must fulfil functions they are intended
for. Operate the elements directly, so that they
executed the intended functions.
Elements showing first signs of wear or damage
should be replaced immediately. Contact the service
company.
Make sure that:
–there are no strange
sounds after switching
the appliance on
After confirming any abnormal sounds during
inspection of control elements, indicating e.g. seizure
or mechanical damages, stop the appliance
immediately, disconnect from power supply and
contact the service company.
Table 1

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WARNING!
Cut wounds hazard!
Keep hands and other body parts away from the area, where there is the
blade of the mixing rod, when it is fixed to the motor block and the
appliance is operating.
Hand injury hazard!
During operation, never reach with your hand nor any other kitchen
implements into a container with food products. They may get entangled
with movable parts of accessories and cause injury.
Switching On / Food Processing
1. Clean the appliance and accessories thoroughly before the first use according to
instructions provided in section 6.2 'Cleaning'.
2. Plug the appliance into a suitable single socket.
3. Switch the appliance on while observing the following instructions:
–positive inspection result with respect to preparation;
–positive inspection result with respect to power supply;
–connection of the plug into a suitable mains socket;
–positive inspection result with respect to assembly;
–positive inspection /tests result before switching on (Table 1);
–positive inspection result in order to assure observance of all safety
regulations.
4. Manually put all food products for processing into a
pot.
5. Keep the appliance with both hands in areas
designed for this purpose (see Fig. to the right):
–one hand on the interlocking ring of the mixing
rod,
–the other hand on the appliance body in the
ON/OFF button area.
WARNING!
Never immerse the appliance in a pot with food
products for processing deeper than the indicated
level of immersion.
Never use the appliance with motor idling.
Fig. 3

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6. Introduce the mixing rod into a pot.
7. Start the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button; keep it pressed until the end
of food products processing.
8. As soon as the processed food products reach the required quality, release the
ON/OFF button.
9. When the ON/OFF button is released, wait at least 10 seconds and put the
appliance on the suitable working surface.
10.If needed, put the processed food products into a suitable container.
Switching the Appliance Off
When you switch the appliance off, perform the following steps:
–before switching off, make sure that the processing is finished or the
product yielded the required amount,
–stop the appliance by releasing the ON/OFF button,
–wait approx. 10 seconds, until the motor stops completely,
–remove the appliance and put it onto a suitable surface,
–remove the plug from the socket.
Then you may clean the appliance and accessories observing instructions in
section 6.2 'Cleaning'.
Protective Elements / Protective Thermoswitch
If the appliance is used extensively, subject to too long periods of operation or
overloaded, the protective thermoswitch automatically disconnects the appliance.
In such a case, before switching the appliance again, wait until the appliance cools
down completely.

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6 Cleaning and Maintenance
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning
•Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
•Leave the appliance to cool down completely.
•Make sure water does not enter the appliance. Do not immerse the appliance in
water or other liquids during cleaning. Do not clean the appliance with a
pressurized water jet.
•Do not use any sharp or pointed, nor metal implements (knife, fork, etc.). Sharp
or pointed implements may damage the appliance, and when in contact with live
parts, they may cause electric shock.
•For cleaning, do not use any scouring agents that contain solvents nor corrosive
cleaning agents. They may damage the surface.
•Do not clean the appliance with steam washer.
•Do not use a jet of compressed air on areas covered with flour and in general on
the appliance.
•Do not use cleaning agents containing chlorine (also diluted) or featuring its, like
bleaching lyes, hydrochloric acids, pipe unclogging agents, cleaning agents for
marble, general descaling agents, etc., which may impact steel properties and
cause permanent stains or oxidation. Even small spills of listed agents may
cause oxidation and damage steel in some cases.
•Do not use agents for cleaning silver.
6.2 Cleaning
DANGER!
Electric shock hazard!
Never put nor place the appliance directly in a sink or under a water tap.
Make sure that no water gets into the device.

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WARNING!
Cut wounds hazard!
Blade of the mixing rod is very sharp!
Never touch the blade of the mixing rod with bare hands!
Always use gloves resistant to cutting during cleaning of the appliance.
Danger of injuries!
Before and during cleaning, do not grab moving elements without prior
verification if they are stopped and if the appliance is disconnected from
the electric power supply.
1. Clean the appliance at the end of each working shift, prior to everyday use or
more frequently if required.
CAUTION!
All surfaces and parts of the appliance having contact with food products,
or areas of contact with food products (external and internal surfaces of
equipments) and the areas of operation of the appliance (upper surface of
an equipment fixed to the appliance and external surface of the appliance)
must be cleaned regularly, as described below, and then disinfected.
2. Remove the accessories from the appliance body prior to cleaning.
3. When disassembling the accessories, observe the indications provided in
section 'Assembly / Disassembly'.
4. Remove possible food residues from the accessories (e.g. using plastic
scraper).
5. Clean the disassembled accessories with warm water, a soft cloth or a soft dish-
washing brush and a mild washing agent.
6. Use denaturated alcohol to remove fat.
7. Then rinse the accessories with fresh, warm water.
8. Wipe the appliance body with motor block with a soft, slightly moistened cloth
(not soaked) only.
9. Dry the cleaned elements thoroughly with a soft lint-free cloth.
10.To disinfect all surfaces that come in contact with food and areas that might be
spattered during operation, use commercially available, food grade cleaning and
disinfecting agent. Observe the instructions of the cleaning agent's
manufacturer.
11.Never wash the appliance and its accessories in a dishwasher.