Tower Hobbies Cavaletto Operator's manual

SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.
1 LITRE
GLASS BOWL
CHOPPER
T12058
Applicable to
all colour variants
YEAR
GUARANTEE
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NON-SLIP
SOFT TOUCH
COATING
LONG-LIF E
STAINLES S
STEEL
BLADES
PULSE
FUNCTIO N
CONTROL
POWERFUL
350W
MOTOR

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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Glass Bowl Chopper
Non Slip Silicone Ring
Blade Protective Cover
1. Main Body (With Motor Unit)
2. Transparent Lid
3. Sealing Ring
4. Blade Unit
5. Glass Chopper Bowl
6. Silicone Ring
Specifications:
Description: 1L Glass Bowl Chopper
Model: T12058 applicable to all colour variants
Rated Voltage: 220-240V~
Frequency: 50-60Hz
Power consumption: 350W
Technical Data:
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HIGH VOLTAGE ROTATING PARTS

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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.
• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• Please ensure that the
appliance is used on a
stable, level, and heat
resistant surface.
• DO NOT immerse
cords, plugs or any
part of the appliance
in water or any other
liquid.
• DO NOT leave the
appliance unattended
while it is operating.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children or pets.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
16 years and above, as
well as 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.
• Children should not
play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should
not be made by
children without
supervision.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
Important Safety Information:

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• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or
before cleaning.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the
appliance immediately
and seek advice from
the manufacturer or
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 attachments
is not recommended
by the appliance
manufacturer apart
from those supplied
with this product.
• DO NOT pull the plug
out by the cord as this
may damage the plug
and/or the cable.
• DO NOT use this
product for anything
other than its intended
use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use any
extension cord with this
appliance.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors.
• Switch off and
unplug before fitting
or removing tools/
attachments, after use
and before cleaning.
• Avoid contact with
moving parts. Keep
hands and utensils
out of the chopper
bowl while blending
to prevent personal
injury or damage to the
appliance. The blade is
sharp. Handle with care.
• Never let the power
unit, cord or plug get
wet.
• DO NOT attempt to
bypass the interlock
system that powers the
unit on.
• Always operate on a flat
surface.
• CAUTION! Take care
when handling the
sharp cutting blades,
emptying the bowl and
during cleaning.

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• This appliance is
intended to be used in
household and similar
applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in
shops, offices and other
working environments;
farm houses; by clients
in hotels, motels and
other residential type
environments; bed
and breakfast type
environments.
• DO NOT operate the
appliance with wet
hands.
• Take special care when
preparing food for
babies, the elderly and
infirm.
• Always ensure that the
chopper is thoroughly
sterilized.
• Never put hot oil or
fat into the chopper.
Please follow the
processing guide.
• Never let anybody trip
over the power cord
and attached cable. DO
NOT let the cord touch
hot surfaces or hang
down where a child
could grab it.
• Never add ingredients
to the chopper bowl
while the machine is
operating.
• The capacity of the
ingredient should not
exceed the maximum
level of the chopper
bowl.
• The chopper should
be run for no longer
than 30 seconds. After
this time, allow the
chopper to cool for at
least 2 minutes before
further use. After 3
cycles of continuous
use, allow the appliance
to cool down to room
temperature before
restarting.
• DO NOT operate the
appliance continuously.
Operating beyond the
recommended period
may cause the motor to
overheat. If the surface
of the appliance has
been very hot, it may
need time to cool
down. Allow the unit
to cool down to room
temperature and then
the appliance can be
used again.
• DO NOT use the
appliance to chop
ingredients that may be
too hard for the motor
and blades.
• DO NOT exceed
the quantities and
maximum time
indicated in the
operation guidelines or
processing guide.

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• DO NOT operate the
chopper when the
glass bowl is empty, to
prevent overheating
and a potential fire
hazard.
• DO NOT use the
appliance in direct
sunlight or near
heating appliances
(heaters, stoves, ovens
etc.).
• DO NOT place hot or
boiling foods in the
glass bowl, as the motor
unit could overheat or
the glass in the bowl
could crack. Always
allow hot or boiling
foods to cool down
first before adding
them to the glass bowl
and processing them
with the Glass Bowl
Chopper.
• Take the blade unit off
before cleaning.
• Avoid coming into
contact with moving
parts.
• Keep fingers, hair,
clothing and utensils
away from the
chopper’s moving
parts.
• This appliance must be
used ONLY according
to the instructions.
• Unplug from outlet
when it is not in use,
before moving the
appliance or adding the
food.
• In the unlikely event
the appliance develops
a fault, stop using
it immediately and
seek advice from the
Customer Support
Team.

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WARNING:
This appliance is double insulated.
Do not connect any wire to the earth terminal.
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
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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Before First Use:
Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain this information
for future reference.
1. Remove your appliance from the packaging and remove the blade protective cover.
2. Before using the appliance for the first time, carefully clean the lid, bowl and blade unit. DO
NOT use any aggressive detergents, brushes with metal or nylon bristles or sharp objects such
as knives or spatulas for cleaning the unit.
3. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
4. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
Setting up and filling the Glass Bowl Chopper:
1. Ensure the unit is not connected to the mains socket.
2. Place the non-slip ring on an even, dry surface.
3. Place the glass bowl on the plastic non-slip ring. Make sure that it is centred on the non-slip
ring and that the edges of the non-slip ring are not bent.
4. Place the cutting blades on the stainless steel guide pin.
5. Prepare the food.
6. Fill the glass bowl with the food to be processed. Note the recommendations and never overfill
the glass bowl beyond the maximum level indicator.
7. Place the lid on to the glass bowl so that the thinner cylinder of the blade unit shaft is
protruding slightly through the hole in the middle of the lid.
8. Place the main body onto the lid, aligning the indents of the main body with the
corresponding shaped element in the lid.
9. Plug the unit into the mains socket.
10. Press the top cover downwards with one hand, whilst holding the handle of the chopper bowl
with the other hand.
11. The unit will start operating. Release pressure on the top cover to stop the unit operating.
Dismantling the Glass Bowl Chopper:
CAUTION: If your chopper becomes clogged, first stop the unit and unplug the appliance before
clearing the inside.
1. Unplug the appliance and remove the main body.
2. Remove the lid.
3. Take the blade unit out of the bowl by holding the plastic shaft.
4. Remove the food from the chopper bowl.
CAUTION! The edges of the blades are very sharp, do not touch them.
Processing Times Table:
Ingredients Recommended
quantity Recommended number of pulses
Onions (quartered) 100g approx. 5 pulses
Garlic (whole cloves) 100g approx. 10 pulses
Herbs (bunch, leaves stripped) 150g approx.10 pulses
Walnuts
50g approx. 4 pulses
100g approx. 7 pulses
150g approx. 9 pulses

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Ingredients Recommended
quantity Recommended number of pulses
Hazelnuts
50g approx. 4 pulses
100g approx. 8 pulses
150g approx. 10 pulses
Almonds/Pistachios
50g approx. 10 pulses
100g approx. 15 pulses
150g approx. 15 pulses
Meat (tender, raw) 200g approx. 20 pulses
Soft cheese (e.g. Emmental/Gouda) 100g approx. 10 pulses
Hard cheese (Parmesan) 100g approx. 30 pulses
Vegetables/Fruit (raw)
100g approx. 5 pulses
150g approx. 10 pulses
Vegetables/Fruit (cooked) 100g approx. 10 pulses
150g approx. 15 pulses
Chocolate (e.g. dark/full milk) 100g approx. 10 pulses
Troubleshooting:
Questions Answers
The mixture is not
blending. Try chopping your ingredients into smaller pieces.
How long can I use
the mini chopper for
before it needs to
rest?
Do not exceed 30 seconds running time.
Allow the appliance to rest for a minimum of at least 2 minutes between
blending cycles. Allow to cool to room temperature after 3 cycles.
Can I run the mini
chopper while it is
empty?
It is not recommended to operate the product empty.
The blades are not
operating smoothly. Unplug the chopper. Add a small amount of liquid or reduce the solid contents in the container for a smoother operation.

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Cleaning & Care:
1. Unplug the appliance and put the motor unit to one side.
2. The bowl, blades and lid can all be washed in warm, soapy water.
CAUTION: Take care when cleaning the blades as they are extremely sharp.
NOTE: The glass bowl and chopping blades are dishwasher safe.
3. Wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth.
4. Do not immerse the motor unit in water.
5. Make sure that the appliance is cleaned after every use.
6. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, any form of strong solvents or abrasive cleaning agents to
clean the appliance; they may damage the outside surfaces of the appliance.
IMPORTANT: Allow to dry fully after cleaning before using again.
WARNING:
DO NOT immerse any electrical part of
the appliance in water such as motor units
or plugs.
Please see cleaning section for further
instructions.
To store your appliance:
1. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and clean as above.
2. Allow the appliance to dry fully.
3. Re-attach the protective blade cover.
4. Assemble the appliance with blades in place and store out of reach of children.

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NOTES

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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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:
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