BOSCH MFQ26 Hand mixer Instruction Manual

: June 10, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH MFQ26 Hand mixer
Product Information: CleverMixx MFQ26 Hand mixer
Product Usage Instructions
Safety
Avoiding material damage
Overview
Operating elements
Tools
Disposing of old appliance
References
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BOSCH MFQ26 Hand mixer

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Product Information: CleverMixx MFQ26 Hand mixer

The CleverMixx MFQ26 Handmixer is a versatile and compact kitchen appliance designed for mixing, beating, and blending ingredients. It comes with various attachments such as turbo whisks, kneading hooks, and a universal cutter for different applications. The mixer has different speed settings and a powerful motor for efficient and quick mixing. The locking mechanism and the swivel arm ensure stability during operation. The mixer is not dishwasher safe, and the power cord should not be immersed in water.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the mixer, read the user manual carefully to understand the safety instructions, product information, and operating elements.
Ensure that the mixer is unplugged and all attachments are securely attached before use.
Select the appropriate attachment for your application and insert it into the mixer’s aperture.
Place the mixing bowl on a flat surface and add the ingredients to be mixed.
Plug in the mixer and turn on the switch to the desired speed setting. Start with the lowest speed setting and gradually increase it as needed.
Hold the mixer firmly with one hand and use the other hand to guide the attachment through the ingredients.
After use, turn off the mixer and unplug it from the power source.
Remove the attachments from the mixer and clean them as per the instructions provided in the user manual.
Wipe the mixer’s body with a damp cloth and store it in a dry place.
If you face any issues with the mixer, refer to the Kundendienst (customer service) section of the user manual for assistance.

Scan the QR code or visit the website to open the Further Notices for Use. You can find additional information about your appliance or accessory here.

Safety

Read this instruction manual carefully.
Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner.
Only use this appliance with genuine parts and accessories. for stirring, beating, and mixing soft foods and liquids. to knead soft dough. in private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic environment at room temperature.
for normal processing quantities and for normal processing times for domestic use.
up to an altitude of max. 2000 m above sea level.
After each use, whenever the appliance is unsupervised, prior to assembly, disassembly, or cleaning, and in the event of an error, it must always be disconnected from the mains.
Only use the appliance stand with the hand mixer provided.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and/or knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
Do not let children play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children.
The appliance must not be used by children. Keep children away from the appliance and power cable.
Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service, or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.
Never immerse the appliance or the power cord in water or clean in the dishwasher.
Never immerse the main unit in the food to be blended.
Never operate a damaged appliance.
Never let the power cord come into contact with hot parts or be dragged over sharp edges.
Never place the appliance on or near hot surfaces.
After switching off, wait until the drive has come to a complete standstill.
Keep hands, hair, clothing, and utensils away from rotating parts.
Never open the swivel arm during processing.
Never leave the appliance switched on if the power supply is interrupted.
The appliance will automatically start up again following the interruption in the power supply.
Do not place the hand mixer on the appliance stand or take off the stand until the drive has stopped and the mains plug has been pulled out.
Only attach and remove accessories once the drive has stopped and the appliance has been unplugged.
Do not reach into the bowl or housing when lowering the swivel arm.
Be careful when processing hot food.
Leave boiling food to cool down to at least 70 °C before processing.
Follow the cleaning instructions.
Clean surfaces which come in contact with food before each use.

Avoiding material damage

Do not operate the appliance at no-load.

Overview

BOSCH-MFQ26-Hand-mixer-FIG-1

Openings for the locking mechanism
Aperture for inserting the tools
Ejector button
Switch
Mixing bowl
Drive gear wheel
Locking mechanism for the hand mixer
Lever for the locking mechanism
Bowl drive
Release the button for the swivel arm
Appliance stand with swivel arm
Turbo whisks
Worm drive gear
Kneading hooks
Universal cutter1

Note: If an accessory is not included in the scope of supply, it can be ordered from customer service.

Operating elements

Ejector button
For removing the tools.
Note: The ejector button can only be actuated if the switch is positioned ⁠.

Switch
Symbol Function

0 switched off
1 lowest speed
4 highest speed
M Instantaneous switching (highest speed) Press to the left and hold in place

Tools

Whisks
The whisks are suitable for the following tasks:

beating egg whites or cream
Making light dough such as sponge mixture, cake mixture, or pancake batter
Recommendations for optimum results:
Use a cream with a fat content of at least 30% when at 4-8 °C
Whip cream or beat egg whites in a wide jug
Note
The whisks are not suitable
for making mayonnaise
for processing heavy dough

Kneading hooks
The kneading hooks are suitable for making different types of dough such as yeast dough, bread dough, pizza, strudel, or shortcrust pastry.

Note: The maximum processing quantity is 500 g of flour and ingredients.
Preparing the appliance
Notes
Only use tools of the same type in pairs.
Note the shape of the plastic parts on the tools to avoid mixing up the tools!
Insert the tools one after the other to prevent them from becoming entangled.

Fig. 2 – 4
Using the appliance stand
Only use tools that come with the appliance stand.
→ Fig. 5 – 17

Using without the appliance stand
→ Fig. 18 – 23

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Overview of cleaning
Clean the individual parts as indicated in the table.
→ Fig. 24

Application examples
Always observe the maximum quantities and processing times in the table. → Fig. 25

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Disposing of old appliance

Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner. Information about current disposal methods is available from your specialist dealer or local authority. This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

Customer Service
Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of the warranty in your country is available from our after-sales service, your retailer, or on our website. The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed CustomerService directory or on our website.

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