Tower Hobbies T12026 User manual

1.7L
Digital
Soup Maker
T12026
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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GREAT BRITISH DESIGN, INNOVATION
AND EXCELLENCE SINCE 1912
Since the turn of the 20th century, Tower has been designing,
developing and manufacturing housewares and small
appliances used by millions of households throughout the
UK and beyond. During the 1960s, the rise in popularity
of pressure cooking saw Tower become the UK’s largest
producer of pressure cookers, right through into the late
1980s. In recent years the Tower brand has been reborn with
an exciting and varied range of housewares and electrical
appliances that have quickly reinstated the brand’s richly
deserved status as a household name.
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Contents:
Thank you for purchasing this appliance from the
Tower range.
Please read this manual carefully BEFORE using the
appliance for your own safety.
It has been designed to provide many years of
trouble-free use.
There are many benefits to using your Tower Soup
Maker:
• Chunky and smooth soup settings to suit all
preferences.
• Blend function, ideal for creating purees and
smoothies.
• Boil/steam function, ideal for stews or poached
eggs.
• Heat-up function reheats soup in minutes.
• Pulse function provides an extra boost when
blending.
• Strainer and egg tray provide added functionality
when cooking.
• Easy to use and clean.
1. Specifications
Components and
structure
2. Technical data
3. Important Safety
Information
4. Using your Appliance
5. Weights & Measures
6. Troubleshooting
7. Cleaning & Care
8. Recycling
9. Wiring Safety
10. Warranty Information
11. Your Receipt
See back page for Customer
Service Information.

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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Measuring Cup
Lid
Jug
Base Unit
Egg Tray
Filter
Sponge
Brush
1. Jug
2. Handle
3. Lid
4. Measuring Cup
5. Brush
6. Sponge
7. Control Panel
8. Egg Tray
9. Strainer
1 - Specifications:
Structure of your appliance:
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Description: 1.7L Digital Soup Maker
Model: T12026
Rated Voltage: 220-240V~
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 300W Motor
900W Heating
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.
2 - Technical Data:
Should you encounter problems or require a replacement part, contact the
Tower Customer Support Team: [phone].
Some spare parts may be ordered from the Tower website.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Guarantee for spare parts:
The spares and accessories are guaranteed for 1 year from date of purchase.
The main body and housing are guaranteed for the extended free warranty
subject to registration.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products
must be returned to the place of purchase within 12 months from the date of
purchase. Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.

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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.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• The mains cable
should reach from the
socket to the base unit
without straining the
connections.
• DO NOT let the cable
run across an open
space e.g. between a
low socket and table.
• DO NOT use any
extension cord with this
appliance.
• DO NOT let the cable
run across a cooker
or toaster or other
hot area which might
damage the cable.
• DO NOT pull the plug
out by the cord as this
may damage the plug
and/or the cable.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or
before cleaning.
• 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.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:

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• 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.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should
not be undertaken
by children without
supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near
pets.
• DO NOT use this
product for anything
other than its intended
use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• This appliance includes
a heating function.
• Please ensure that the
appliance is used on a
stable, level, and heat
resistant surface.
• USE CAUTION when
lifting or moving
the appliance. Use
the handle on the
appliance to lift or
move the jug. It is
advised to use heat
protective gloves or pot
holders when handling
the glass jug. Areas
which are not intended
to hold must be given
sucient time to cool.
• Always remove the plug
and lid before using the
jug to serve soup.
• WARNING! Keep your
fingers away from
moving parts and fitted
attachments.
• When in use, the
surfaces of the
appliance will become
very hot. Always use the
handle.

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• 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.
• When the appliance
is used for reheating
foods, always ensure
food is piping hot
before eating.
• Never exceed the
maximum capacities
outlined in this
instruction manual.
• Caution: The blades in
the jug are very sharp,
extreme caution shall
be taken when using
and cleaning the inside
of the jug.
• DO NOT immerse cords,
plugs or any part of the
appliance in water or
any other liquid.
• Please arrange to take
this appliance to your
local Civic Amenity site
for recycling, once it has
reached the end of its
life.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors.
• This appliance is
not intended to be
operated by means of
an external timer or
separate remote control
system.
• Always locate your
appliance away from
the edge of a worktop.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors, or
near water.
• WARNING! HOT
SURFACE THE BODY
OF THE PRODUCT CAN
GET HOT DURING USE.
• Extreme caution must
be observed when
moving an appliance
with hot contents.
• CAUTION! DO NOT use
the appliance with wet
or moist hands.
• Treating Scalds:
Run cold water over
the affected area
immediately. DO
NOT stop to remove
clothing, get medical
help quickly.

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• DO NOT place the
appliance on or near
heat sources such as
gas or electric stove,
ovens, or burners.
• Keep the appliance and
the cable away from
heat, direct sunlight,
moisture, sharp edges
and the like.
• When using the unit,
ensure the lid is in
place before switching
on.
• DO NOT remove the
lid until the blade has
stopped.
• After one operation
cycle, you must allow
the appliance to cool
down completely,
and then clean the
appliance to prevent
burning.
• DO NOT operate the
appliance for making
soup continuously.
• Be careful if hot liquid
is poured into the
soup maker as it can
be ejected out of
the appliance due to
sudden steaming.
• In the unlikely event
the appliance develops
a fault, stop using
it immediately and
seek advice from the
Customer Support
Team:
[phone]
ROTATING PARTS
HOT SURFACE

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Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain
this information for future reference.
1. Remove all packaging materials.
2. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.
3. Do not immerse the unit, cord or plug in water.
4. Plug the unit into a 220- 240V AC outlet.
5. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
6. When you first use your Soup Maker you may notice some smoke / vapour
emitting from the lid. This is normal and is simply grease that is applied to
some parts of the appliance during the manufacturing process. This should
stop after a few uses.
1. Ensure the soup maker is unplugged from the mains.
2. Remove the lid from the soup maker, being careful not to touch the blades. To
remove the lid, twist it slightly counter-clockwise until the arrow on the handle
is aligned with the open lock symbol on the body of the jug.
3. Place the solid ingredients into the jug, chopped into approximately 2cm
pieces.
4. Add the liquid, being careful to stay between the Min and Max fill lines marked
on the jug.
5. Place the lid back onto the jug, ensuring it is securely locked into place. To lock
the lid into place, twist it slightly clockwise so that the arrow on the handle is
aligned with the closed lock symbol on the body of the jug. Once the lid has
been firmly secured, place the measuring cap in the opening of the lid and
turn it clockwise to lock it into place.
6. Place the blender jug onto the motor unit and push it down until it is secured
into place..
7. Plug the soup maker into the mains. There will be a sound prompt, the On/
Off LED indicator will light up and the remaining LED indicators will flash to
indicate the unit has been connected to the mains. When this occurs, press
any of the program buttons to select the corresponding program or setting.
The LED for the selected program or function will flash and all other LED
indicators will go out to indicate the relevant function has been selected.
4 - Before First Use
5 - Using Your Appliance

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8. Once a function has been selected, the unit will automatically start the cooking
process and create soup to the required settings. Press the On/Off button
again while the unit is in operation to cancel the selected setting or function at
any time during the cooking cycle.
9. When the cooking cycle is complete, the LEDs on the bottom row of the unit’s
control panel will flash and the unit will give off a series of beeping sounds to
indicate the soup is ready to serve. When this occurs, unplug the unit from the
mains, remove the lid from the jug and serve the soup as required.
Selecting a Program:
• This soup maker is equipped with a choice of 2 programs and 4 functions.
• Press the corresponding button on the unit’s control panel to select each of the
available programs or functions.
• Press the On/Off button when a program has been selected to cancel the
selection, or press it while the unit is in operation to interrupt the cooking cycle.
• The unit’s choice of programs is as follows:
Smooth Soup - This program creates soup with a smooth consistency, and has a
total duration of 21 minutes. The ingredients are blended and heated.
Chunky Soup - This program creates soup with a chunky consistency, and has a
total duration of approximately 30 minutes. The ingredients are heated, but not
blended, to ensure the chunky consistency.
The unit’s choice of function is as follows:
Blend - This function allows for extra blending. The blending cycle has a total
duration of about 3 minutes. This function is ideal to give soups added consistency
or to create purees, fruit compotes, milkshakes and smoothies.
Boil/Steam - This function allows for ingredients to be boiled or steamed
independently of the soup-making process. The boiling and steaming cycle has a
total duration of about 15 minutes.
Heat Up - This function heats up cold ingredients or soup, so that they can be
served again. The heat-up cycle has a total duration of about 9.5 minutes.
Pulse - This function allows for added power whilst blending, for improved results.
To use the Pulse function, press and hold the Pulse button on the unit’s control
panel. Release this button to automatically stop the Pulse function and resume
regular blending.
Note: Do not place ice cubes into the soup maker.

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Using the Accessories:
This unit comes complete with a strainer and egg-poaching tray, allowing for extra
functionality.
The Strainer
• The strainer can be used to separate ingredients when making soup, allowing
for the creation of soups which are smooth in consistency but still contain
chunks of meat or vegetables, for a richer meal.
• To use the strainer, start by choosing how fine the ingredients should be
chopped. If they are to be finely chopped, choose the finer side of the strainer;
for a coarser chop, choose the coarse side.
• Once the strainer has been placed inside the unit, chop the ingredients not
to be blended into approximately 1cm pieces and distribute them inside the
strainer. Place all other ingredients outside the strainer and directly into the
blending jug, as normal.
• Run a soup-making cycle as described in the ‘Using Your Appliance’ section
above.
• Once the cooking cycle is complete, remove the strainer from the blender jug
and stir the contents thoroughly with a long spoon before serving, to ensure
the chunks are evenly distributed within the soup.
The Egg Tray
• This unit comes complete with an egg tray, for quickly and easily boiling eggs.
• To boil eggs, start by filling the blender jug with water to the 0.3L mark.
• Once the unit has been filled with water, insert the egg tray in the blender jug
and place the eggs inside it.
• Carefully pierce the shell of each egg with an egg piercer or a needle.
• When the eggs are securely placed inside the unit, plug it into the mains and
press the BOIL/STEAM button to begin a boiling cycle. There will be a sound
prompt and the corresponding LED will flash to show this function has been
selected.
• Once the boiling process has begun, it can be stopped automatically at any
time by pressing the On/Off button on the unit’s control panel. This helps
ensure the eggs are cooked to the desired consistency. The recommended
times for each consistency are as follows:
• For soft-boiled eggs, let the cycle run for 10 minutes.
• For hard-boiled, let the cycle run for the full 15 minutes.
• Once the eggs have been cooked to the desired consistency, turn the unit off,
remove the lid and take the egg basket from inside.
CAUTION! The unit, lid, blender jug and egg tray will be very hot at the end of the
cooking cycle. Wear oven gloves or use tongs when removing the egg tray to reduce
the risk of burns or scalding.
• Rinse the eggs under cold water before serving.

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6 - Troubleshooting
Questions Answers
The soup maker
does not work.
The mains plug is not connected. Connect the mains plug to
a live wall outlet.
The blender jug is incorrectly attached to the motor unit.
Attach the blender to the motor unit as described in the
‘Using Your Soup Maker’ section above.
The lid is incorrectly fitted onto the blender jug. Fit the lid
onto the blender jug as described in the ‘Using Your Soup
Maker’ section above.
All LEDs are
flashing and the
unit is beeping
repeatedly.
The overheat protection system is enabled. Disconnect the
power cable from the mains and leave the appliance to cool
down.
The contacts on the blender jug or the motor unit may be
wet. Disconnect the power cable from the mains and leave
the appliance to dry.
The volume of ingredients within the unit is below the Min
fill level or above the Max fill level. Adjust the amount of
ingredients inside the unit accordingly
The food has
burned.
The blender jug was not cleaned prior to heating. Clean
the blender jug thoroughly before every cooking or heating
cycle.
The contents
are not cooked
through properly.
There were too many ingredients on the blender jug. Add
fewer ingredients to the blender jug before cooking.
Some ingredients may require a longer cooking time. Start
the cooking process again and leave the unit to run for
as long as necessary until all the ingredients are cooked
through.
The food was not
blended enough. There was not enough liquid in the blending jug. Add more liquid to the blending jug and start another blending cycle.

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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.
7 - Recycling

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Note: The soup maker is not dishwasher-safe. DO NOT put any part of the
appliance in the dishwasher.
Note: Unplug the appliance from the mains and let it cool down completely
before attempting to clean it.
Do not immerse any part of the unit in water or any other liquid. Do not use strong
cleaners or abrasives that may scratch the surface, and never spray cleaners directly
onto the unit.
Clean the unit regularly. This appliance contains no user serviceable parts and
requires little maintenance. Leave any servicing or repair to qualified personnel.
Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces
• Wipe the exterior surfaces of the soup maker, the motor unit and the power
cable with a slightly dampened soft cloth. Dry the motor unit thoroughly after
cleaning.
Cleaning the Blender Jug
• To clean the blender jug, start by filling it with approximately 750ml of water.
• Add a few drops of washing-up liquid to the water, close the lid, and place the
blender jug on the motor unit.
• Connect the unit to the mains. There will be a sound prompt to indicate the unit
has been plugged in.
• Press the On/Off button to turn the unit on. There will be a sound prompt and
the LEDs for the control buttons will begin to flash to indicate the unit has been
turned on.
• Press the Pulse button several times in quick succession, leaving it pressed for a
few seconds each time.
• Disconnect the unit from the mains outlet.
• Take the blender jug out and rinse it under running water.
• If necessary, use the supplied sponge and brush to remove any stuck-on food
residue, then rinse the jug under running water again. Should this not be
enough, fill the blender jug with water to the Min mark and add in a few drops
of lemon juice. Replace the jug onto the motor housing, plug the unit into the
mains, and select the Chunky Soup program. Once the program has ended,
take the blender jug out and rinse it under cold water again.
• Allow the blending jug to dry thoroughly before using it again.
Cleaning the Accessories
• Rinse the accessories under running water. If necessary, use the supplied
cleaning brush to clean inside the holes of the strainer. Allow the accessories to
dry thoroughly before using them again.
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9 - Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
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 labelled
in accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown
live [L] Green/Yellow
[EARTH]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire labelled blue is the neutral
and must be connected to the terminal
marked [N].
The wire labelled brown is the live wire
and must be connected to the terminal
marked [L].
The wire labelled green/yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with
the letter [E].
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 - 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
Earth
(Green/Yellow)
Fuse
Neautral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
WARNING:
This appliance MUST be earthed!

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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.
To validate your extended warranty, please
visit www.towerhousewares.co.uk and
register with us online.
Please note that length of extended
warranty offered is dependent on product
type and that each 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.
As a thank you for
purchasing one of our
fantastic products, we are
offering you an extra 2 years
peace of mind in addition to
your 1 year guarantee.
To receive your extra 2 year
guarantee, register your
appliance online within 28
days of purchase by visiting
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
10 - Warranty

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Ax your store receipt to this page for safe keeping.
11 - Your Receipt

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Notes

thank you!
We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years. As a thank you for
purchasing one of our fantastic products, we are offering you an extra
2 years peace of mind.
*To receive your extra 2 years guarantee, register your appliance online
within 28 days of purchase by visiting:
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts,
please call our Customer Support Team on:
[phone]
0220.V2
Your warranty becomes void should you
decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from
www.towerhousewares.co.uk