Tower Hobbies Presto PT12044WHT Operator's manual

PT12044WHT
250W Hand Blender
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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Description: Hand Blender
Model: PT12044WHT
Rated Voltage: 220-240V ~
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 180-250W
Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with
the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food (LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
Technical Data:
Specifications:
This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Hand Blender
1. Storage Loop (back of unit)
2. Power button
3. Stainless steel blades

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Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
WARNING:
This appliance is double insulated.
Do not connect any wire to the earth
terminal.
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information about the
recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landfill.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for recycling,
once it has reached the end of its life.
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance
may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, please
proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and must be
connected to the terminal marked [N] or coloured
black.
The wire coloured brown is the live wire and
must be connected to the terminal marked [L] or
coloured red.
On no account must either the brown or the blue
wire be connected to the [EARTH] terminal .
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be fitted with a fuse of the same
rating already fitted and conforming to BS 1362
and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician who will
be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug.
If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable
plug fitted to the mains lead and should the fuse
need replacing, you must use an ASTA approved
one (conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will
be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect it
from the mains – and then cut it off of the mains
lead and immediately dispose of it in a safe
manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert
it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an
electric shock.
Fuse
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)

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• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and
seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service
agent or a similarly
qualified person.
• DO NOT let the cord hang
over the edge of a table
or counter or let it come
into contact with any hot
surfaces.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO NOT
use extension cords with
the appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out
by the cord as this may
damage the plug and/or
the cable.
• Switch off and unplug
before fitting or removing
tools/ attachments, after
use and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Be careful if hot liquid is
poured into a container
while blending, as it could
be ejected out of the
container due to a sudden
steaming.
• Care must be taken
when handling the sharp
cutting blades and during
cleaning.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should not
be undertaken by children
without supervision.Take
care when any appliance
is used near pets.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
Important Safety Information:

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• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT operate the
blender with wet hands.
Make hands dry with
cloth before plugging in.
• Make sure the blender
shaft is in place and
the power cord is not
damaged before using
the appliance every time.
• Never let the blades face
toward anybody while
operating the appliance.
• Take special care when
preparing food for babies,
the elderly and infirm.
• Always ensure that the
hand blender-shaft is
thoroughly cleaned after
use.
• WARNING! The appliance
may emit a small amount
of smoke when it is first
turned on. This is due to
manufacturing oils and/ or
residue left on the motor.
There is no need for alarm
and is considered normal.
The smoke will eventually
lessen once the oil and/or
residue disappears.
• This appliance is intended
to be used in household
and similar applications
such as:
• staff kitchen areas in
shops, oces and other
working environments;
• farm houses;
clients in hotels, motels
and other residential
type environments;
• bed and breakfast type
environments.
• DO NOT immerse the
motor unit into water as
this would give rise to
electric shock.
• Avoid contact with
moving parts.
• Keep hands and utensils
out of container while
blending to reduce the
risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the
blender.
• The appliance cannot be
used for chopping ice or
blending hard and dry
substance, otherwise the
blade could be blunted.
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the
Customer Support Team:
[phone]

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Before First Use
Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain this information
for future reference.
1. Clean the stick blender by holding it in a cup half filled with water and turning it on for a few
seconds.
IMPORTANT: The blade in this appliance is very sharp. Handle with care.
2. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
Using Your Appliance
Tips:
• Roughly chop all your ingredients before blending for best results.
• Move your hand blender in a gentle up and down movement.
• The hand blender can be used for:
 Blending liquids, e.g. dairy products, sauces, fruit juices, soups, mixed drinks and shakes.
 Mixing soft ingredients, e.g. pancake batter or mayonnaise.
 Pureeing cooked ingredients, e.g. for making baby food.
Note: The unit’s blade is not suitable for cutting through poultry bones.
1. Cut your ingredients into small cubes.
2. Remove the protective cover from the blade of the blender shaft, and clean the shaft
3. Place the ingredients into a suitable container and hold it firmly.
4. Lower the blender into the container.
5. Plug the appliance into a compatible power outlet and switch it on by pressing and holding
the power button. To thoroughly blend the ingredients move the appliance slowly up and
down and in small circles.
6. To stop the blender, take your finger off the power button.
Note: If the blender gets blocked, allow it to stop fully before cleaning.
7. After use, unplug the appliance from the mains.
8. Please refer to the Cleaning and Care section.
WARNING! DO NOT come into contact with moving parts while blending.
AVOID touching the blade when the appliance is turned on to avoid injury.
WARNING! DO NOT touch the edges of the blade as they are sharp!
Rest Times:
• Do not operate the hand blender for more than 1 minute at a time, otherwise it will become
very hot and can become damaged. When blending heavy or thick mixtures, do not exceed 50
seconds continuous run time.
• Do not exceed 15 seconds running time of the unit without blending ingredients.
• Allow the appliance to rest for a minimum of 2 minutes between blending cycles.
Processing guide:
Food Speed Max. Time Max. Quantity
Soups, milk, vegetables,
mayonnaise, sauces,
strawberries Lower speed 30 seconds 200g
Carrot pieces
(size 15mm x 15mm x 15mm) Higher speed 10 seconds 500g

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Troubleshooting
Questions Answers
The mixture splashes
up when I blend. This can happen due to the powerful blades of the hand blender. Try placing the end of the blender shaft into your mixture before turning
it on, to minimise splash. You can also use a larger or deeper bowl or jug.
My mixture is not
blending. Try chopping your ingredients into smaller pieces.
How long can I use
the blender for before
it needs to rest?
Do not exceed 1 minute running time when operating under high
speed.
Allow the appliance to rest for a minimum of 2 minutes between
blending cycles.
Can I switch the
blender on when it
is not being used to
blend?
You can run the blender without actually blending ingredients, but do
not exceed 15 seconds running time without blending ingredients. The
blender should only be used without ingredients for cleaning purposes.
Can I use the stick
blender to crush ice? No, you cannot use the blender to crush ice as this can blunt the blades.
Cleaning & Care
1. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning.
2. Wipe the blades and motor housing with a soft, damp cloth, rinse them under a tap or clean
them as described in the ‘Before First Use’ section above.
3. NEVER immerse the motor housing in water or any other liquid. Do not let water get above the
body join as this could damage the motor.
4. Do not use abrasive detergents or cleaners.
5. DO NOT place any part of the unit in a dishwasher.
6. If necessary, use a small brush (not included) to remove any food residue lodged underneath
the blade.
7. Make sure that the appliance is cleaned after every use.
Note: Some foods, such as carrots, may discolour the outer surfaces of the appliance. To prevent
discolouration, rub the relevant areas with a cloth dipped in vegetable oil directly after use.

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thank you!
We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to
the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this
instruction guide.
It must be used only for domestic purposes.
It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
Tower has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only extended to the maximum available for each particular
product upon registration of the product within 28 days of purchase. If you do not register the
product with us within the 28 day period, your product is guaranteed for 1 year only.
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www.towerhousewares.co.uk and register with us online.
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qualifying product needs to be registered individually in order to extend its warranty past the
standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase or receipt.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from
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Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts,
please call our Customer Support Team on:
[phone]