Vorwerk Thermomix Cutter User manual

User manual
EN • V1.0 • 27033 03/22
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Table of Contents
1 Before you start................................................. 4
1.1 Product description .......................................... 4
1.2 Storing of product documentation.................. 4
2 Product overview .............................................. 5
3 Intended use...................................................... 5
4 For your safety................................................... 6
4.1 Hazards and safety instructions....................... 7
4.2 Classification of safety warning messages ...... 8
4.3 Obligations of the user...................................... 9
5 First use ............................................................. 9
6 Operation .......................................................... 9
6.1 Assembling the accessory ................................ 9
6.2 Selecting the cutting side and type of cut ....... 11
6.3 Grating and cutting ingredients ....................... 12
6.4 Removing the cutting disc................................ 14
7 Cleaning............................................................. 15
8 Customer Care UK & Ireland............................. 15
9 Warranty/Liability for Material Defects............ 16
10 Manufacturer..................................................... 16
11 Disposal ............................................................. 16

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1 Before you start
As a Thermomix® user, you are already familiar with the Thermomix® TM6 or
TM5 and their accessories.
This manual will instruct you with regard to the use of the Thermomix®
Cutter for your Thermomix® TM6 or TM5.
1. Read the instruction manual carefully before using the Thermomix®
Cutter for the first time.
2. You must also read and observe the instruction manual for the
Thermomix® TM6 or TM5, which is supplied with the appliance.
If you do not have the instruction manual to hand, all manuals are
available online at
https://thermomix.vorwerk.com.
Digital Welcome Booklet
Read our digital welcome booklet for more information on the Thermomix®
Cutter and for inspiration, recipes and tips.
1.1 Product description
The Thermomix® Cutter is an accessory for your Thermomix® TM6 or
Thermomix® TM5.
In combination with the Thermomix® Cutter, your Thermomix® will precisely
and evenly grate and slice ingredients, such as fruit, vegetables and cheese,
in seconds.
1.2 Storing of product documentation
Retain the instruction manual for future reference. It is an important part of
the product and must be kept with it if you pass it on to someone else.

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2 Product overview
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1 Drive shaft 4 Cutter lid
2 Cutter basket 5 Pusher
3 Cutting disc
Note For full details on how to use the Thermomix® and the mixing bowl, see the
instruction manual for your Thermomix® TM6 or TM5.
If you do not have the instruction manual to hand, all manuals are available
online at https://thermomix.vorwerk.com.
3 Intended use
Use the device and accessories only for their intended purpose in order to
prevent risks to you and other people and to prevent damage to the device
or to other property and equipment.
Operating conditions The Thermomix® Cutter is an accessory intended for the preparation of food
at home or in similar environments.
Compatibility The Thermomix® Cutter can be used with the Thermomix® TM6 or TM5.
The Thermomix® Cutter must not be used with the Thermomix Friend®.
Intended use The Thermomix® Cutter is placed in the mixing bowl and may be used in a
clockwise or reverse rotation with the heating function switched off to chop
food. It must only be used on speed setting 4.
Users This accessory is exclusively intended for use by adults. It must not be used
by children even when supervised by an adult.
Keep children away from appliances that are in use.
Close supervision is necessary when this accessory is used near children.
Children must not play with this accessory.
Appliances may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised or
have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and understand the
resulting hazards.
Improper use The Thermomix® Cutter must not be used or cleaned with alcohol.

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This appliance may only be used for its intended purpose. No other use is
permitted. The manufacturer bears no responsibility for damages resulting
from improper use. If the appliance is subject to technical modifications, the
warranty and liability for material defects shall be rendered invalid. If
technical modifications are made to the product, the manufacturer’s
obligation to compensate for product liability and/or the dealer’s obligation
to compensate for material defects shall no longer apply.
When working with the appliance, please follow the instructions in all the
accompanying documentation as well as on the display. The manufacturer
accepts no liability for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety regulations The device complies with the safety regulations of the country in which it has
been sold by an authorised Vorwerk organisation. If the device is used in
another country, compliance with the local safety standards cannot be
guaranteed. Vorwerk therefore assumes no liability for any resulting safety
risks for the user.
4 For your safety
Safety is an essential part of every Vorwerk product.
However, product safety can only be ensured if the information in this
chapter and the warning notices in the following chapters are observed.
Note The Thermomix® Cutter is designed to be used exclusively with the
Thermomix® TM6 and Thermomix® TM5. It is not compatible with older
predecessor models or with the Thermomix Friend® and must not be used
with appliances from other manufacturers. Observe the safety instructions in
all applicable documents and the instructions on the display.

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4.1 Hazards and safety instructions
WARNING
Risk of injury from
damaged
accessories.
If accessories get caught in the mixing knife or excessive force is applied
during use, small splinters and sharp edges could cause injury, especially if
the splinters are swallowed with the prepared food.
• Only use Thermomix® accessories as described in the operating
instructions and on the display of the base unit.
• Check accessories for damage after use.
• If any accessories are damaged by the mixing knife during food
preparation, discard the food and contact Customer Care for
replacement accessories.
Risk of injury from
using incorrect
accessories.
The use of attachments, accessories or items not recommended or sold by
Vorwerk or an organisation authorised by Vorwerk, or the use of defective or
incompatible accessory parts may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Only use the recommended original Vorwerk accessories.
• Only use this accessory with the Thermomix® TM6 or TM5 and never with
any older predecessor models.
• Do not modify this accessory.
• Do not use this accessory if it is damaged.
• Inspect the cutting disc for distortions, especially if it has been dropped.
If the cutting disc is distorted or damaged, stop using it and replace it
immediately.
Risk of injury as a
result of the
appliance falling
over.
The appliance may move while in operation. It could fall over and injure
you.
• Place the appliance on a clean, solid and even surface.
• Ensure that there is sufficient distance between the appliance and the
edge of the work surface.
• Never leave the appliance unattended while it is running.
Risk of scalding. This accessory is not designed for preparing hot food. Steam or hot liquid
could suddenly escape and scald you.
• Do not use the heat function when using this accessory.
• Do not fill the mixing bowl with water, especially hot water, when using
this accessory.
CAUTION

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Risk of cuts. The blades on the cutting disc are sharp and can injure you.
• Handle the cutting disc with caution.
• Never take hold of the cutting disc by the blades and only by the centre
section.
• Never reach into the fill compartment when the accessory is assembled.
Risk of pinching your
fingers.
You can catch your fingers in the locking arms on the base unit or under the
mixing bowl lid.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Keep hair and clothing away from moving parts.
• Do not touch the locking arms or the mixing bowl lid while the locking
mechanism is opening or closing.
Risk of injury from
improper use.
If this accessory is used with other devices, parts could come loose and
injure you.
• Only use this accessory with the Thermomix® TM6 or TM5.
• Never use this accessory with the Thermomix Friend®.
Risk of burns from
hot metal surfaces.
The metal pin on the lid can become extremely hot with continuous use
under load (continuous use of the cutting function for more than 3
minutes).
• Allow the lid (minus cutting disc) to cool down for 15 minutes, or cool
the metal pin on the lid with water before touching it.
NOTICE
Risk of damage from
improper use.
This accessory could get damaged if used incorrectly.
• Only use this accessory on speed setting 4.
• Only use this accessory when fully assembled.
• Do not process frozen food.
• Only use the original Thermomix® pusher.
• Only press lightly on the pusher when pressing food down towards the
cutting disc. Do not apply force when using the pusher.
Risk of damage as a
result of incorrect
cleaning.
Objects can become distorted in the dishwasher as a result of increased
heat exposure and pressure from items above.
• Space all the components out on the top rack of the dishwasher.
4.2 Classification of safety warning messages
The safety warning messages in this manual are highlighted by safety
symbols and signal words. The symbol and signal word indicate the severity
of the potential hazard.

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Classification of safety
warning messages
The safety warning messages that precede each action are shown as follows:
WARNING
Type and source of hazard
Explanation of type and source of hazard/consequences
• Measures to prevent hazard
Meaning of signal words
WARNING Risk of death or serious injury if hazard is not avoided.
CAUTION Risk of minor injury if hazard is not avoided.
NOTE Material damage if hazard is not avoided.
Meaning of safety symbols
Safety warning message indicating the severity of the
potential hazard
Reference to material damage
4.3 Obligations of the user
To ensure that your appliance and Vorwerk accessory operate correctly,
please follow the guidelines below:
1. Please read the instruction manual and all accompanying documents
carefully.
2. Keep the manual near the appliance.
3. Ensure that any damage to the appliance is repaired by the manufacturer
without delay.
5 First use
Clean the Thermomix® Cutter before first use, see Cleaning [}page15].
6 Operation
6.1 Assembling the accessory
Important: Only place the Thermomix® Cutter into an empty mixing bowl. Make sure
that there is no food or liquid in the mixing bowl, especially on the mixing
knife, before placing the drive shaft onto the mixing knife. It is not necessary
to thoroughly clean the mixing bowl before using the Thermomix® Cutter.

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To insert the Thermomix® Cutter into the mixing bowl, proceed as follows:
• Make sure that the mixing bowl is correctly positioned and fully inserted
in the Thermomix® TM6 or TM5.
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1. Place the drive shaft (1) onto the mixing knife in the mixing bowl.
2. Place the cutter basket (2) onto the drive shaft.
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3. Hold the cutting disc (3) by the centre section (4) and place it onto the
drive shaft with the side you want to use facing upwards, see Selecting
the cutting side and type of cut [}page11].
4. Put the cutter lid (5) on the cutter basket.
ð The Thermomix® Cutter is now ready for use.

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6.2 Selecting the cutting side and type of cut
CAUTION
Risk of cuts.
The blades on the cutting disc are sharp and can injure you.
• Handle the cutting disc with caution.
• Never take hold of the cutting disc by the blades and only
by the centre section.
• Never reach into the fill compartment when the
accessory is assembled.
The Thermomix® cutting disc has two different cutting sides with which you
can grate or cut ingredients into strips or slices.
Type of cut Slices Strips
Thickness approx. 4 mm approx. 1 mm approx. 3-4 mm approx. 1 mm
Rotation direction
Side of cutting disc Side 1 (dark grey) facing upwards Side 2 (light grey) facing upwards
The thickness is set using the rotation direction.
– Select reverse rotation (anti-clockwise) if you want a thinner cut.
– For thicker slices or strips, stay in clockwise rotation .

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6.3 Grating and cutting ingredients
Tip You can find an overview of the best types of cut for different ingredients in
the welcome booklet.
NOTICE
Risk of damage from improper use.
This accessory could get damaged if used incorrectly.
• Only use this accessory on speed setting 4.
• Only use this accessory when fully assembled.
• Do not process frozen food.
• Only use the original Thermomix® pusher.
• Only press lightly on the pusher when pressing food
down towards the cutting disc. Do not apply force when
using the pusher.
• Make sure that the Thermomix® Cutter is inserted correctly, see
Assembling the accessory [}page9].
TM6 function • Select the desired function (cutting or grating ) from the TM6 menu
and follow the instructions on the display.
TM5 (manually) • Select the rotation direction depending on how you want to cut or grate
your ingredients.
- Select reverse rotation (anti-clockwise) if you want a thinner cut.
- For thicker slices or strips, stay in clockwise rotation .
Speed setting 4
max. 3 minutes
• Turn the selector to start the Thermomix® before you fill the appropriate
opening with ingredients. When selecting the speed manually, gradually
increase the speed up to setting 4.
Note: Do not operate the device for more than 3 minutes when solely
using the cutting function.
ð You can now add the ingredients, see next step.

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Filling with ingredients 1. Loosely tip the ingredients into the appropriate opening, a little at a time.
Choose the small opening (1) if you want to cut or grate ingredients such
as carrots, strawberries or small mushrooms into evenly sized slices. Put
larger ingredients, such as potatoes, into the large opening (2). Using
cutting side 2, you will get short strips from opening (1) and longer strips
when placing ingredients horizontally in opening (2). If, for example, you
put longer pieces of carrot lengthways into opening (2), you will get strips
the length of the carrot pieces.
2. If an ingredient is too large for the opening, cut it in half or into several
pieces as required (e.g. cut big apples into 3 wedges, peeled pineapple
into 4 or more wedges, etc.).
3. Lightly press the ingredients down using the pusher (3).
Holding function When you press the pusher down fully, it clicks into this position (holding
function). Always allow the pusher to click into position at the end of the
cutting or grating process. This will ensure that it does not fall out when you
remove and invert the cutter lid.
Note about the pusher You do not need to use force to press down the ingredients. Placing your
hand on the pusher and applying minimal pressure is sufficient.
If you find that you are unable to press the pusher down, check whether the
opening is too full or food has become stuck.
Clearing a jammed disc If the cutting disc becomes stuck, lift up the pusher and press it down again
onto the food using minimal pressure.
If the jam does not clear:
1. Stop the cutting/grating process and carefully remove the blockage using
the spatula.
2. Never reach into the blades with your hands!
Removing ingredients When you remove the cutter lid from the cutter basket, the cutting disc will
remain inside the cutter lid. This means that you can take the sliced
ingredients straight out and continue preparing or cooking them.

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If food has become stuck on the underside of the cutter lid around the edge
of the fill compartment, you can easily remove it using the spatula.
6.4 Removing the cutting disc
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot metal surfaces.
The metal pin on the lid can become extremely hot with
continuous use under load (continuous use of the cutting
function for more than 3 minutes).
• Allow the lid (minus cutting disc) to cool down for 15
minutes, or cool the metal pin on the lid with water
before touching it.
If you want to remove or invert the cutting disc, proceed as follows:
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1. Take the cutter lid (1) off the cutter basket and turn it over.
The cutting disc will remain inside the cutter lid.
2. Holding the centre section (3), pull the cutting disc (2) away from the
cutter lid.

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7 Cleaning
All components can be washed in a dishwasher.
However, we would recommend cleaning the cutting disc under running
water with a washing-up brush. This will help to keep the high-quality blades
sharp for longer.
NOTICE
Risk of damage as a result of incorrect cleaning.
Objects can become distorted in the dishwasher as a result
of increased heat exposure and pressure from items above.
• Space all the components out on the top rack of the
dishwasher.
• Allow all components to dry thoroughly after cleaning.
8 Customer Care UK & Ireland
Vorwerk Thermomix® Customer Care
Monday to Friday 8:00 to 17:30
Telephone: + 44 330 660 0834
Email: [email protected]
www.thermomix.vorwerk.co.uk
Vorwerk Thermomix® Service Centre
Monday to Friday 8:00 to 17:00
Telephone: + 44 330 660 0834
Email: [email protected]
Vorwerk Thermomix® UK & Ireland
Ashurst Manor, Church Lane, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7DD
For details of your local customer service centre please contact your
Thermomix® Advisor, the sales company in your country, or refer to
https://thermomix.vorwerk.com
This instruction manual is available in other languages at
https://thermomix.vorwerk.com

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9 Warranty/Liability for Material
Defects
The Thermomix® and its accessories may only be repaired by Vorwerk
Customer Service or an authorised Vorwerk repair service.
Only use original parts supplied with the Thermomix® or original spare parts
from Vorwerk Thermomix®. Never use the Thermomix® in combination with
parts or equipment not provided by Vorwerk Thermomix® for the
Thermomix®. Otherwise your warranty and the liability for material defects
shall be rendered void.
10 Manufacturer
Vorwerk Elektrowerke GmbH & Co. KG
Mühlenweg 17-37
42270 Wuppertal
Germany
11 Disposal
This original Vorwerk accessory is largely made from recyclable materials.
You can dispose of this accessory at a collection point.
It must not be disposed of in household waste.
1. Ensure that this accessory is disposed of properly.
2. Please observe the applicable national regulations regarding disposal.

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