Russell Hobbs Desire 18508 User manual

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the
appliance on. Remove all packaging before use.
AIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 This appliance must only be used by or under the supervision of
a responsible adult. Use and store it out of reach of children.
2 Don’t put the handle in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom,
near water, or outdoors.
3 The wand blade is sharp and it rotates at high speed.
4 So, to avoid serious injury:
a) don’t switch on till the blade is inside the container
b) switch off before lifting the blade from the container
c) don’t touch the blade – even when cleaning
d) don’t plug in till just before use
e) unplug immediately after use
f) don’t leave the appliance unattended while plugged in
5 When using the wand in hot liquids, don’t let the blade break the
surface at an angle, in case you spray liquid outside the container.
6 Don’t use the wand in hot oil – splashes can cause a nasty burn.
7 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and won’t trip or catch.
8 Don’t fit an attachment or accessory other than those we supply.
9 Don’t use the appliance for any purpose other than those
described in these instructions.
10 Don’t wrap the cable around the blender.
11 Don’t operate the appliance if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
12 If the cable is damaged, return the appliance, to avoid hazard.
household use only

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CFITTING/REMOVING THE WAND
1 Unplug the appliance before fitting or removing the wand.
2 To fit, push the wand on to the end of the handle
3 To remove, press the 5buttons, and pull the wand off the handle.
CSPEED BUTTONS
4 Put the plug into the power socket (switch it on, if it’s switchable).
5 Press the top button (I) for low speed, release to switch off.
6 Press the bottom button (II) for high speed, release to switch off.
7 Generally, large quantities, thick mixes, and a high ratio of solids
to liquids suggest longer timings and low speed.
8 Smaller quantities, thinner mixes, and more liquids than solids
suggest shorter timings and high speed.
CTHE WAND
9 Generally, the wand can do anything a normal blender can do,
but faster, and with less washing up – blend, pulp or purée
ingredients in the pan or bowl you’re going to cook them in.
10 Whatever container you use, make sure it’s on a stable, flat
surface, and support it with your free hand, to prevent it moving.
11 Don’t immerse the wand past the top of the tube.
12 Use the wand in bursts of a few seconds, otherwise you
risk overdoing it.
13 Don’t run the motor continuously for more than 30
seconds, then let it cool for 1 minute before re-using it.
14 Avoid spraying/splashing:
a) hold the wand straight
b) don’t switch on till it’s inside the food container
c) switch off before lifting it out of the container
d) with liquids, switch on and off with the blade under the surface
CCARE AND MAINTENANCE
15 Switch the appliance off, and unplug it.
16 Take great care with the blades – don’t touch, use a nylon brush.
17 Wipe the handle surfaces with a soft damp cloth.
18 Don’t put any part of the appliance in a dishwasher.

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KRECIPES
coriander pesto (dip, topping or sauce)
4 handfuls fresh leaf coriander
4 cloves fresh garlic
120g pine nuts
250ml olive oil
120g freshly grated Parmesan
salt and pepper
Put the coriander, garlic, pine nuts, and a bit more than half the oil
into the bowl. Fit the bowl lid, and process at moderate speed till it
looks smooth.
To adjust the thickness, add a little oil, give it a short burst, and
repeat till it’s right.
Transfer to a bowl, stir in the Parmesan, taste, and adjust the
seasoning.
Serve as a dip (fairly thick), as a topping for soup (not too thick, but
not runny), or tossed through warm pasta (fairly runny).
recipes are available on our website:
blending – http://www.russellhobbs.com/ifu/550931
smoothies – http://www.russellhobbs.com/ifu/550941

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DWIRING INSTRUCTIONS UK plugs only
The product doesn’t need an earth. It has a 13A BS1362
fuse in a 13A BS1363 plug. To replace the plug, fit the
blue wire to N, and the brown wire to L. Fit the cord
grip. If in doubt, call an electrician. Don’t use a non-
rewireable/moulded plug unless the fuse cover is in
place. If you remove the plug, dispose of it.
HENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic goods, appliances
marked with this symbol mustn’t be disposed of with
unsorted municipal waste, but recovered, reused, or recycled.

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SSERVICE
If you ring Customer Service, please have the Model No. to hand, as
we won’t be able to help you without it. It’s on the rating plate
(usually underneath the product).
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it’s not working, read the
instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it’s
still not working, consult your retailer.
If that doesn’t solve the problem – ring Customer Service – they may
be able to offer technical advice.
If they advise you to return the product to us, pack it carefully,
include a note with your name, address, day phone number, and
what’s wrong. If under guarantee, say where and when purchased,
and include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to:
Customer Service
Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd
Fir Street
Failsworth
Manchester
M35 0HS
email: [e-mail]
telephone: [phone] (local rate number)
EGUARANTEE
Defects affecting product functionality appearing within two years
of first retail purchase will be corrected by replacement or repair
provided the product is used and maintained in accordance with the
instructions. Your statutory rights are not affected. Documentation,
packaging, and product specifications may change without notice.
IONLINE
www.russellhobbs.co.uk for more products
551-064