Kompernass bifinett KH 498 User manual

Kompernaß GmbH · Burgstraße 21 · D-44867 Bochum
www.kompernass.com
ID No.: KH498-10/05 - V4
UK
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Hand Blender KH 498
Operating Manual
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Hand Blender Bifinett KH 498
Technical data
Mains voltage: 220 - 240 V ~
50 / 60 Hz
Rated output: 300 W
KB time: 1 Minute
Capacity
Measuring cup: 500 ml
Max. capacity: 300 ml
Description of appliance /
attachments
Switch (Standard Speed)
Turbo-Switch (High Speed)
Motor unit
Hand blender
Bowl lid
Knife
Bowl
Whisk holder
Whisk
Measuring cup lid
Measuring cup
(Capacity - max. 500 ml)
Wall bracket incl. screws & plugs
Safety instructions
Danger of electric shock!
• Only connect the hand blender to
correctly installed wall sockets having
a mains current of 220 - 240 V at 50 / 60 Hz.
• Unplug the hand blender from the
socket if you notice any faulty opera-
tion and when you decide to clean it.
• Under no circumstances may the motor
unit be immersed in liquids, or liquids
be permitted to permeate into the
motor unit housing. Do not expose the
appliance to humidity and do not use
it outdoors.
• Should liquids nonetheless gain entry
into the appliance housing, immedia-
tely unplug the appliance from the
mains and arrange for it to be repaired
by qualified specialists.
• Never touch the hand blender, power
cable or plug with wet hands.
• To unplug the appliance, always pull
the plug from the socket, do not pull
the cord itself.
• Do not crease or crimp the power cable
and place it in such a way as to prevent
anyone from stepping on or tripping
over it.
• If the power cable or the motor unit
become damaged, you must have the
hand blender repaired by qualified
specialists before re-using it
• You may not open the motor unit
housing of the hand blender. In such
an event, safety is not guaranteed and
the warranty shall become void.
• Do not allow children to handle elec-
trical appliances unsupervised - they
are not able to assess the possible injury
hazards.
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Proper Use
The hand blender is intended exclusively
for the processing of foodstuffs in small
quantities. It is intended exclusively for
private domestic use only. The hand
blender is not intended for commercial
use.
Utilisation
Note: With the measuring cup you can
measure amounts of fluids up to 500 ml.
For food processing, fill it to a maximum
of 300 ml, otherwise fluids could over-
flow from the measuring cup.
• With the hand blender , you can pre-
pare dips, sauces, soups or baby food.
Note: Do not use the hand blender for
the preparation of solid foods.
• With the whisk  , you can whip cream,
beat egg whites and mix pastry, desserts
or mayonnaise.
• With the liquidiser, comprising of the
knife and bowl , you can liquidise
solid foods.
Note: Do not use the liquidiser for proces-
sing liquids.
Assembling
 Injury hazard: Only insert the plug
into the power socket after you have
assembled the appliance for use.
To assemble the hand blender
➩Place the hand blender on the
motor unit , ensuring that it clicks
in audibly.
Note: The arrows on the motor unit and
the accessory must stand one above the
other .
Assembling the wire whisk
➩Insert the whisk  into the whisk
holder .
➩Place the assembled whisk on the
motor unit , ensuring that it clicks
in audibly.
Note: The arrows on the motor unit and
the accessory must stand one above the
other .
Assembling the liquidiser
Warning: The blade is extremely
sharp. Handle it with great care.
➩Place the blade  carefully on its
retainer in the bowl .
➩Fill the bowl with the foodstuffs you
wish to liquidise.
➩Place the lid  over the vessel and
turn it until tight. Ensure that the lid
lugs are guided into the grooves of
the vessel on the edge.
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➩Place the motor unit on the lid ,
ensuring that it clicks in audibly.
Note: The arrows on the motor unit and
the accessory must stand one above the
other .
Operation
 Warning: Foodstuffs should not be
too hot. Squirted-out contents may
cause scalding.
Fire Danger: Never exceed the maxi-
mum operating duration of 1 minute
for soft foodstuffs, respectively, 15
seconds for solid foodstuffs. Allow
the appliance to cool down for 2
minutes before switching it on again.
When you have assembled the hand
blender for your particular purpose,
place...
➩The plug in the mains socket.
➩Hold down the switch to process
the foodstuffs at the standard speed.
➩Hold down the turbo-switch to
process the foodstuffs at the higher
speed.
➩When you have completed processing
the foodstuffs, simply release the
switch.
Wall mounting
Included are 2 plugs and 2 screws to
enable the wall bracket to be assem-
bled. We recommend mounting the
appliance close to a power point
➩Mark the position of drill holes using
the appliance holder.
➩Insert the dowels into the drill holes.
➩Position the openings of the wall
bracket over the bored holes, then
fix it using both screws.
Cleaning
 Danger of electrical shock! Before
you clean the hand blender, unplug
the appliance from the power socket.
Under no circumstances may the
motor unit be cleaned by immer-
sing it in water or holding it under
running water.
 Danger of injuries! To prevent inju-
ries, exercise caution when handling
the extremely sharp blade .
Reassemble the liquidiser after use
and cleaning to prevent injuries from
exposed knife blades. Keep the blade
out of the reach of children.
 Attention! The attachments of the
hand blender may not be cleaned in
a dishwashing machine, this would
damage them.
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➩Unplug the power cord from the wall
socket.
➩Clean the motor unit , the hand-
blender , the lid and the whisk
holder with a well squeezed out
sponge.
➩Ensure that no water can enter the
openings of  the hand mixer.
➩Clean the rest of the attachment com-
ponents under running water and dry
them off well with a dish-towel.
Disposal
Do not dispose of the appliance
in your normal domestic waste.
Dispose of your Hand Blender Bifinett
KH 498 through a registered specialist
disposalfirm or through your community
disposal organisation. Observe the cur-
rently applicable regulations. In case of
doubt, consult your local disposal facility.
Warranty and Service
The warranty conditions and the service
address can be found on the warranty
slip.
Importer
Kompernaß GmbH
Burgstrasse 21
D-44867 Bochum
www.kompernass.com
KH 498
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