Russell Hobbs 14450 User manual

instructions

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Read the instructions and keep them safe. Pass them on if you
pass the mini-chopper on. Remove all packaging, but keep it
till you know the mini-chopper works.
important safeguards
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 The mini-chopper must only be used by or under the direct
supervision of a responsible adult. Use and store the
mini-chopper out of reach of children.
2 Don’t put the motor unit in liquid, don’t use it in a
bathroom, near a source of water, or outdoors.
3 Don’t open the mini-chopper till the blades stop moving.
4 Don’t handle the blades. There’s plenty of plastic – handle
that instead.
5 The blades are very sharp. Take care when you’re
handling and cleaning the blade unit – if you can’t
see what you’re doing, don’t do it.
6 The motor won’t operate unless the mini-chopper has
been properly assembled. This is a safety feature – don’t
try to overcome it.
7 Unplug before dismantling or cleaning.
8 Don’t leave the mini-chopper unattended while plugged in.
9 The mini-chopper is designed to process small quantities.
While you can process larger quantities in batches, don’t
use it instead of a full size processor – you’ll break it.
10 Don’t use it for processing liquids or foods with a high
liquid content. It might overheat.
11 Don’t fill with anything hotter than you can comfortably
handle (i.e. around 40°C).
12 Don’t use it on hard foods – i.e. anything you can’t cut
easily with a kitchen knife. Don’t use it to chip ice.
13 Don’t try to chop raw meat.

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14 Don’t run the motor for more than 1 minute at a time, then
leave it for 3 minutes to cool down before using it again.
15 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be
tripped over or caught.
16 Don’t use accessories unless we supply them.
17 Don’t use the mini-chopper for any purpose other than
those described in these instructions.
18 Keep the mini-chopper and the cable away from hotplates,
hobs or burners.
19 Don’t use the mini-chopper if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
20 If the cable is damaged, return the mini-chopper, to avoid
hazard.
household use only
before using for the first time
Dismantle the mini-chopper, and clean the bowl, guard, lid,
and blade unit, to remove any manufacturing residues or dust.
processing
1 Unplug the mini-chopper.
2 Lift the motor unit off the bowl.
3 Squeeze the grips on the sides of the guard gently
together, and lift the guard out of the bowl.
4 Put the food to be processed in the bowl:
a) don’t fill above max
b) don’t fill with liquids – it may overheat (or overflow)
c) don’t chop hot food, ice, or raw meat
d) don’t process large amounts in batches – if you need to
process large amounts, you need a full size processor
e) don’t process big bits – maximum 12mm cubes
5 Align the slots in the guard with the supports round the
edge of the bowl, and fit the guard to the bowl.
6 Lower the motor unit on to the guard.

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7 Turn it slightly, to engage the top of the blade unit.
8 Plug it in (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).
9 Press down on the top of the motor unit to start processing.
10 Keep an eye on the bowl, to avoid over-processing.
11 Release the top of the motor unit to stop processing.
12 Process in bursts of a few seconds at a time, and inspect
the results between bursts.
done?
13 Lift the motor unit off the bowl.
14 Squeeze the grips on the sides of the guard gently
together, and lift the guard out of the bowl.
15 Put a finger on top of the blade unit, to stop it falling out.
16 Tip the processed contents out of the bowl.
17 Alternatively, hold the plastic part of the blade unit, and lift
it straight up and out of the bowl.
18 Fit the dispensing lid to the bowl – it has two sets of holes,
for sprinkling and dusting
a couple of tips
•Cut your ingredients into small pieces before processing.
•Chocolate, nuts, and cheese will chop better if chilled.
care and maintenance
1 Unplug the mini-chopper before dismantling or cleaning.
2 Lift the motor unit off the bowl.
3 Squeeze the grips on the sides of the guard gently
together, and lift the guard out of the bowl.
4 Hold the plastic part of the blade unit, and lift it straight up
and out of the bowl. Take care – the blades are sharp.
5 Take care cleaning the blade unit – if you can’t
see what you’re doing, don’t do it.
6 Wipe the surfaces of the motor unit with a damp cloth.
7 Wash the guard, bowl, and blade unit in warm soapy water.

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8 Rinse to remove all trace of soap, then dry thoroughly.
9 Clean the inside of the blade unit with a toothpick.
11 Don’t put the mini-chopper in water or any other liquid.
12 Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
13 Don’t put any of the parts in a dishwasher.
reassembly
14 Hold the plastic part of the blade unit, and lower it over the
spindle.
15 Align the slots in the guard with the supports round the
edge of the bowl, and fit the guard to the bowl.
16 Lower the motor unit on to the guard.
connection
This 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 plug
unless the fuse cover is in place. If you remove
the plug, dispose of it.
a few simple recipes to get you started
coriander pesto
2 handfuls fresh leaf coriander
2 cloves fresh garlic
60g pine nuts
60g freshly grated Parmesan
100-125ml olive oil
freshly ground black pepper
Process the coriander, garlic, pine nuts and oil together.
Transfer to a larger bowl, and stir in the Parmesan. Season
with freshly ground black pepper, and serve as a dip, as a
topping for soup, or tossed through warm pasta.

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horseradish and apple sauce
1 sharp flavoured apple, peeled and grated
125ml double cream
3 tbsp horseradish relish
1 tsp paprika
freshly ground black pepper
Process the cream till soft peaks form, then transfer it to a
larger bowl and fold in the horseradish, apple and paprika.
Season with the pepper, and serve with beef or sausages.
sweet and sour sauce
2 shallots, peeled
small piece fresh ginger, peeled
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp mustard
1 tsp tomato purée
dash white wine vinegar
Process everything together till really smooth. Serve with
chicken or fish, or as a dip.
black olive and anchovy tapenade/sauce
125g pitted black olives, drained
30g anchovy fillets, drained
1½ tbsp capers, drained
50-75ml olive oil
1 tbsp brandy (optional)
freshly ground black pepper
Process the olives, capers, and anchovies together. Transfer to
a larger bowl and stir in enough oil to form a paste. This is a
tapenade. For a sauce or a dip, stir in more oil till you get the
consistency you want. Spread on toast, or toss through warm
pasta. Try it with sun-dried tomatoes instead of capers.

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service
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:
Pack carefully, with a note of 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 Returns (address below right).
Customer Service Customer Returns
(correspondence only) Salton Europe Ltd
Salton Europe Ltd Heath Mill Road
Failsworth Wombourne
Manchester Wolverhampton
M35 0HS WV5 8AQ
Customer Service (serv[email protected])
telephone [phone] (local rate number)
guarantee
Defects affecting product functionality appearing within one
year of 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.
online
www.russellhobbs.co.uk for more products.
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