Tower Hobbies T18004 Operator's manual

T18004
1.5 Litre
Food Processor
& Blender
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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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
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1980s. In recent years the Tower brand has been reborn with
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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 a Tower 1.5 Litre
Food Processor & Blender:
• Easy to Clean.
• 2 speed setting plus pulse function.
• Large 1.5 litre food processor bowl and 1.4L
Blender Jar.
• Emulsifying Disc and Slice and Shred Disc
included.
• Powerful 600W operation.
1. Specifications
Components and
structure
2. Technical Data
3. Important Safety
Information
4. Before First Use
5. Using your Appliance
6. Troubleshooting
7. Recycling
8. Cleaning & Care
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
600W Food Processor
Emulsifying Disc
Slice & Shred Disc
Chopping Blade
Kneading Blade
Bowl 1.5L
Blender Jar 1.4L
1. Blending Cap/Lid
2. Safety Interlock
3. Feed Tube
4. Lid
5. Bowl
6. Pusher
7. Emulsifying Disc
8. Thick Slicing/Coarse
Shredding Disc
9. Dough Tool
10. Blade Unit
11. Drive Shaft
12. Speed Control
13. Power Unit
14. Liquidiser Unit
1 - Specifications:
Structure of your appliance:
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Description: 1.5 Litre Food Processor & Blender
Model: T18004
Rated Voltage: 220-240V ~50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 600-800W
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).
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.
• 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
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.
• Children shall not play with
the appliance.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children without
supervision.
• 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 accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO NOT
use extension cords with the
appliance.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:

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• 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 the appliance
outdoors.
• Switch off and unplug
before fitting or removing
tools/ attachments, after use
and before cleaning.
• DO NOT run the processor
for more than one minute
at a time, as it can cause
permanent damage to the
motor.
• Avoid contact with moving
parts. Keep hands and
utensils out of mixing
bowl/jar while operating to
prevent personal injury or
damage to the processor.
• WARNING: The blades are
sharp. Handle with care.
• Never let the power unit,
cord or plug get wet.
• Never exceed the maximum
capacity.
• DO NOT attempt to bypass
the interlock system that
powers the unit on.
• Always operate on a flat
surface.
• Unplug the processor when
not in use, before taking
off or putting on parts and
before cleaning.
• To prevent product
overheating, dry ingredients
must not be processed for
more than 30 seconds at a
time.
• WARNING: DO NOT operate
the motor continuously for
more than 60 seconds at a
time.
• Allow the motor to rest
for 180 seconds before
continuing.
• Warning: DO NOT use if the
bowl or jar are cracked or
broken.
• The processor is NOT
suitable for blending soups
or any other hot liquids.
• 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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1. Remove the parts from the packaging.
2. Place the processor on a flat, dry surface.
3. Remove any promotional labels or stickers.
4. Assemble the appliance.
5. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
WARNING: The product 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.
1. Fit the drive shaft onto the power unit
2. Then fit the bowl. Place the handle towards the back and turn anticlockwise
until it locks
3. Fit your desired attachment over the drive shaft. Always fit the bowl and
attachment onto the machine before adding ingredients.
4. Fit the lid, ensuring the top of the drive shaft locates into the centre of the lid.
5. Do not use the lid as a means to operate the processor; always use the ON/OFF
control.
6. Switch on and select a speed.
NOTE: The processor won’t work if the bowl and lid are fitted incorrectly.
Use the pulse (p) for short bursts. The pulse will operate for as long as the control
is held in position.
Reverse the above procedure to remove the lid, attachments and bowl.
Always switch the unit off before removing the lid.
IMPORTANT: Your processor is not suitable for crushing or grinding coffee beans,
or converting granulated sugar to caster sugar.
NOTE: Additives such as almond essence, colourings and other flavourings may
cause discolouration to the bowl, jug and or lids
1. Fit the sealing ring into the blade unit ensuring the seal is located correctly.
2. Leaking will occur if the seal is damaged or not fitted correctly.
3. Screw the jug onto the blade unit.
4. Put your ingredients into the jug
5. Put the blending cap onto the lid, then turn.
6. Turn the lid in an anticlockwise direction to lock onto the jug. Always check
that this is secure.
7. Place the liquidiser unit onto the power unit and turn to lock. Always check
that this is secure.
8. Select a speed or use the pulse control.
9. Allow all liquids to cool to room temperature before placing them in the
liquidiser.
4 - Before First Use
5 - Using Your Appliance

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Using the attachments:
Knife blade:
• Cut food such as meat, bread, vegetables into cubes approximately 2cm before
processing.
• Biscuits should be broken into pieces and added to the feed tube whilst the
machine is running.
• When making pastry use fat straight from the fridge cut into 2cm cubes.
• Take care not to over-process.
Dough tool:
• Place the dry ingredients in the bowl and add the liquid to the feed tube
whilst the machine is running.
• Process until a smooth elastic ball of dough is formed. This will take
approximately 30 secs.
• Re-knead by hand only. Re-kneading in the bowl is not recommended as it
may cause the processor to become unstable.
Slicing/Shredding discs:
• Use the shredding side for cheese, carrots, potatoes and foods of a similar
texture.
• Use the slicing side for cheese, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, cucumber,
courgette, beetroot and onions.
• Use to cut potatoes for julienne style French fries and with firm ingredients
for salads, garnishes, casseroles and stir fries (e.g. carrot, swede, courgette,
cucumber).
WARNING: Never remove the lid until the cutting disc has completely stopped.
Handle the cutting discs with care - they are extremely sharp.
To use the cutting discs:
1. Fit the drive shaft and bowl onto the power unit.
2. Holding by the centre grip, place the disc onto the drive shaft with the
appropriate side uppermost.
3. Fit the lid.
4. Place your ingredients inside the feeding tube. Insert the pusher into the
feeding tube and press down to push the ingredients into the bowl. Never put
your fingers in the feed tube.
NOTE: Ensure the machine is turned off before pushing the ingredients down.

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To use the Emulsifying Disc:
1. Fit the drive shaft and bowl onto the power unit.
2. Holding by the centre grip, place the disc onto the drive shaft with the
appropriate side uppermost.
3. Fit the lid.
4. The emulsifying disc can be used to combine ingredients that would not
ordinarily mix well together, such as cooking oils, water, balsamic vinegar and
egg yolk.
Hints:
• Use fresh ingredients whenever possible.
• Don’t cut food too small.
• When using the Slicing/Coarse Shredding Disc, place ingredients horizontally.
Always use the pusher.
• There will always be a small amount of waste on the accessories or in the
bowl after processing.