BOSCH KM 3896 Universal Kitchen Machine Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
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Universal kitchen machine
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Instruction manual

Intended use

This appliance is intended for domestic use only. Use the appliance only for processing normal amounts of food and for normal amounts of time for domestic use. Do not exceed permitted maximum quantities ( “Application examples” see page 25).
The appliance is suitable for mixing, kneading and beating food. The appliance must not be used for processing other substances or objects. Additional applications are possible if the accessories approved by the manufacturer are used. Only use the appliance with approved genuine parts and accessories. Never use the accessory parts for other appliances. Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level.

Important safety information

Read and follow the instruction manual carefully and keep for later reference! Enclose these instructions when you give this appliance to someone else. If the instructions for correct use of the appliance are not observed, the manufacturer’s liability for any resulting damage will be excluded.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Keep children away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children.

Risk of electric shock and fire!

  • Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. Do not use the appliance if the power cord and/or appliance are damaged. Only our customer service may repair the appliance, e.g. by replacing a damaged power cord, in order to avoid hazards.
  • Use only the rotary switch to switch the appliance on or off. Never connect the appliance to timer switches or remote­ controllable sockets. Never leave the appliance unattended while it is switched on!
  • Do not place the appliance on or near hot surfaces, e.g. hobs. The power cord must not come into contact with hot parts or be pulled across sharp edges.
  • Never immerse the base unit in water or place it in the dishwasher. Do not steam­clean the appliance. Do not use the appliance with damp hands.
  • After each use, whenever the appliance is unsupervised, prior to assembly, prior to disassembly, prior to cleaning and in the event of an error, the appliance must always be disconnected from the mains.

Risk of injury!

  • Before replacing accessories or additional parts which move during operation, the appliance must be switched off and disconnected from the power supply. After switching off, the drive continues for a short time. Wait until the drive has come to a standstill.
  • Do not adjust the swivel arm while the appliance is switched on.
  • Only use tools when the bowl is inserted, the lid is fitted and the protective drive covers are in place! When using accessories, fit the bowl, lid and drive covers according to the instructions!
  • While operating the appliance, never reach into the bowl or filling shaft with your hands. Do not insert any objects (e.g. wooden spoon) into the bowl or filling shaft. Keep hands, hair, clothing and other utensils away from rotating parts.
  • Never use tools and accessories or 2 accessories at the same time. When using the accessories, follow the individual operating instructions enclosed.
  • The accessory must be completely assembled before use. Never assemble the accessory on the base unit. The accessory should only be used in the intended operating position.
  • Do not grip the sharp blades or edges of the cutting discs. Take hold of cutting discs by the edge only.
  •  Do not touch blender blades with bare hands.
  • Never reach into the attached blender! Never use the blender without the lid in place.
  • Care shall be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the container and during cleaning.

Risk of scalding!
If processing hot liquids, steam escapes through the funnel in the lid. Add a max. 0.5 litres of hot or frothing liquid.
Risk of suffocation!
Do not allow children to play with packaging material.
Caution!
We recommend that the appliance is never switched on for longer than is necessary to process the ingredients. Do not operate at no­load.
Important!
It is essential to clean the appliance thoroughly after each use or after it has not been used for an extended period ( “Cleaning and servicing” see page 23).
Explanation of the symbols on the appliance or accessory
Follow the instructions in the operating instructions.
Caution! Rotating blades.
Caution! Rotating tools.
Do not place fingers in the feed tube.

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Safety systems

Start lock-out
See “Operating positions” table.
The appliance can be switched on in pos. 1 and 3 only:

  • when the bowl (10) has been inserted and turned until it locks into place.

Restart lock-out
If the power is interrupted, the appliance remains switched on but the motor does not start running again when the power is restored. To switch the appliance on again, turn the rotary switch to P, then switch on.
Overload protection
If the motor switches itself off while the appliance is being used, the overload protection feature has been activated. A possible cause may be that too much food was processed at one time.
If a safety system is activated, see “Troubleshooting”.
The appliance requires no maintenance.

Overview

Fig. A:
Base unit

  1. Release button

  2. Swivel arm
    “Easy Armlift” function to support the upward movement of the arm (see “Work positions”).

  3. Rotary switch
    When the appliance has been switched off (position P), the appliance runs automatically to the optimum position for changing the tools.
    0/ off = Stop
    M = Instantaneous switching at maximum speed, hold switch for required blending duration. Settings 1-4, Operating speed:
    1 = low speed – slow,
    4 = high speed – fast.

  4. Drive cover
    To remove the drive cover, press on the rear area and remove cover.

  5. Drive for
    – Continuous-feed shredder and
    – Citrus press (optional accessory*).
    When not in use, attach the drive cover.

  6. Drive for tools (stirrer, whisk, kneading hook) and mincer (optional accessory*)

  7. Blender drive cover

  8. Drive for blender (optional accessory*)
    When not in use, attach the blender drive cover.

  9. Cord store
    Stow the cord in the cord store
    Bowl with accessories

  10.  Stainless steel stirring bowl

  11.  Lid
    Tools

  12.  Stirrer

  13.  Whisk

  14. Kneading hook with dough deflector

  15. Accessories bag
    For storage of the tools and cutting discs.
    Continuous-feed shredder

  16. Pusher

  17.  Cover with filling shaft

  18. Cutting discs
    a Reversible slicing disc – thick / thin
    b Reversible shredding disc – coarse / fine
    c Grating disc – medium­fine

  19.  Disc holder

  20.  Housing with outlet opening Blender*

  21.  Blender jug

  22.  Lid

  23.  Funnel

  • If an accessory is not included in the product package, it can be purchased via  the trade or customer service.

Operating positions

Fig. B:
Attention!
Before operating the appliance, attach the tool / accessory to the correct drive and in the correct position and place in the operating position according to this table.
The swivel arm must be engaged in every operating position.
Note
The swivel arm features an “Easy Armlift” function which supports the upwards movement of the swivel arm.
Selecting the operating position:

  • Press the Release button and move the swivel arm. Support movement with your hand.
  • Move the swivel arm until it engages in the required position.

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  • Insert / remove whisk, stirrer or kneading hook. Add large quantities of ingredients.

Risk of injury!
Do not insert mains plug until all preparationsfor working with the appliance are complete.
Attention!
Do not operate the appliance without an accessory/tool in the operating position. Do not operate the appliance empty. Do not expose appliance or accessories to heat sources. Parts are not microwave­safe.

  • Before operating the appliance and accessories for the first time, clean thoroughly; see “Cleaning and servicing”.

Important information
These operating instructions contain a sticker with reference values for the operating speed of the appliance when using the tools or accessories. We recommend attaching this sticker to the appliance ( Fig. C ).

Preparation

  • Place the base unit on a smooth, clean surface.
  • Pull out the power cord (F ig. D ).
    Cord store: Pull out cable to the required length.

Warning!
Do not twist the cord when inserting it.

  •  Insert the mains plug.

Bowl and tools
Risk of injury from the rotating tools
While the appliance is operating, never place fingers in the mixing bowl. Attach the cover (11) before operating the appliance! Do not change tools until the drive has come to a standstill – when the appliance is switched off, the drive continues running briefly and stops in the tool change position. Do not move the swivel arm until the tool has come to a standstill. Always secure unused drives with protective drive covers.
Attention!
Use bowl with this appliance only.
Stirrer (12)
for stirring dough, e.g. cake mixture
Whisk (13)
for whisking egg whites, cream and light dough, e.g. sponge mixture
Kneading hook (14)
for kneading heavy dough and mixing in ingredients that ought not be cut (e.g. raisins and chocolate chips)
Working with the bowl and the tools Fig. E:

  • Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 2.

  • Insert the bowl:
    Tilt the bowl forwards and then set it down. Turn anti­clockwise until it locks into place.

  • Depending on the processing task, insert the stirrer, whisk or kneading hook until it locks into position.

Note:
If using the kneading hook, rotate the dough deflector until the kneading hook can lock into position ( Fig. E-4b ).

  •  Put the ingredients to be processed into the bowl.
  •  Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 1.
  • Attach the cover.
  • Set the rotary switch to the desired setting.

Our recommendation:

  •  Stirrer: first stir in at setting 1, then select setting 4
  • Whisk: setting 4, mix in at setting 1
  •  Kneading hook: first stir in at setting 1, knead at setting 2

Adding more ingredients

  • Switch off the appliance with the rotary switch.

  • Add more ingredients through the feed tube in the cover.
    or

  •  Remove lid.

  •  Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 2.

  • Add ingredients.

After using the appliance

  • Switch off the appliance with the rotary switch.
  • Remove mains plug.
  • Remove lid.
  • Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 2.
  •  Take the tool out of the drive.
  • Remove the bowl.
  •  Clean all parts, see “Cleaning and servicing”.

Continuous-feed shredder
Risk of injury
Do not grip the sharp blades or edges of the cutting discs. Take hold of cutting discs by the edge only. Before attaching / removing the continuousfeed shredder, wait until the drive has come to a standstill and pull out the mains plug. Do not reach into the feed tube.
Warning!
The continuous­feed shredder must be completely assembled before use. Never assemble the continuous­feed shredder on the base unit. Operate the continuous­feed shredder in the indicated operating position only.
Reversible slicing discthick / thin
for slicing fruit and vegetables.
Process at setting 3.
Designation on the reversible slicing disc:
“1” for the thick slicing side
“3” for the thin slicing side
Warning!
The reversible slicing disc is not suitable for slicing hard cheese, bread, rolls or chocolate. Slice boiled, waxy potatoes only when they are cold.
Reversible shredding disc – coarse / fine
for shredding vegetables, fruit and cheese, except for hard cheese (e.g. Parmesan).
Processing at setting 2 or 3.
Designation on the reversible shredding disc:
“2” for the coarse shredding side
“4” for the fine shredding side
Warning!
The reversible shredding disc is not suitable for shredding nuts. Shred soft cheese with the coarse side only at setting 4.
Grating disc – medium-fine
for grating raw potatoes, hard cheese (e.g. Parmesan), cooled chocolate and nuts. Process at setting 4.
Warning!
The grating disc is not suitable for grating soft cheese and cheese slices.
Working with the continuous-feed shredder

Fig. G:

  • Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 2.

  • Insert the bowl:
    Tilt the bowl forwards and then set it down. Turn anti­clockwise until it locks into place.

  • Press the Release button and move the swivel arm to position 3.

  • Remove drive cover from the drive of the continuous­feed shredder (Fig. G-5a).

  • Hold disc holder at the lower end, ensuring that the two tips are face up.

  • Carefully place the required slicing or shredding disc onto the tips of the disc holder (Fig. G-6a).
    In the case of reversible discs, ensure that the required side is face up.

  •  Grip disc holder at the upper end and insert into the housing (Fig. G-6b).

  •  Attach the cover (note mark) and turn all the way in a clockwise direction.

  •  Place continuous­feed shredder on the drive and rotate all the way in a clockwise direction, as illustrated in Fig. G-8.

  • Turn rotary switch to recommended setting.

  •  Put food to be processed in the feed tube and push down with the pusher.

Warning!
Prevent the cut ingredients from building up in the outlet opening.
Tip: To ensure even cutting results, process thin ingredients in bunches.
Note: If the food to be processed sticks in the continuous­feed shredder, switch food processor off, pull out mains plug, wait until the drive comes to a standstill, remove cover from the continuous­feed shredder and empty feed tube.

After using the appliance

  •  Switch off the appliance with the rotary switch.
  • Rotate the continuous­feed shredder in an anti­clockwise direction and remove.
  • Rotate the lid in an anti­clockwise direction and remove.
  • Remove disc holder with disc. To do this, press finger from below against the drive shaft (Fig. H).
  • Clean parts.

Blender
  Risk of injury from sharp blades / rotating drive!

Never place fingers in the attached blender!
Do not remove / attach the blender until the drive is at a standstill! Operate the assembled blender only and with the lid attached.
Risk of scalding!
If processing hot liquids, steam escapes through the funnel in the lid. Add a max. 0,5 litres of hot or frothing liquid.
Warning!
Blender may be damaged. Do not process deep­frozen ingredients (except ice cubes).
Do not operate blender when empty.
Working with the blender Fig. J:

  • Press the release button and move the swivel arm to position 4.

  • Remove the blender drive cover.

  • Attach blender jug (mark on the handle on mark on the base unit) and turn all the way in an anti­clockwise direction.

  •  Add ingredients.
    Maximum amount of liquid = 1.25 litres; maximum amount of frothing or hot liquids = 0.5 litres; Optimal processing capacity – solids = 50­100 g;

  • Attach the cover and turn anti­clockwise all the way into the blender handle. The cover must be locked in position.

  •  Set the rotary switch to the desired setting.

Adding more ingredients
Fig. J-8:

  • Switch off the appliance with the rotary switch.

  •  Remove the lid and add ingredients
    or

  •  remove the funnel and gradually add solid ingredients through the refill opening
    or

  •  pour liquid ingredients through the funnel.
    After using the appliance

  • Switch off the appliance with the rotary switch.

  •  Rotate the blender in a clockwise direction and remove.

Tip: It is recommended to clean the blender immediately after use.

Cleaning and servicing

The attachments and accessories used must be thoroughly cleaned after each use.
Attention!
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.
Surfaces may be damaged.
Cleaning the base unit

Danger of electric shock!
Never immerse the base unit in water or place under running water. Do not use a steam cleaner.

  • Remove mains plug.
  • Wipe the base unit and drive cover with a damp cloth. If required, use a little detergent.
  • Then dry the base unit.

Cleaning the bowl and tools
The bowl and tools are dishwasher­proof.
Do not wedge plastic parts in the dish­ washer, as they could be permanently deformed during the washing process!
Cleaning the continuous-feed shredder

Risk of injury from sharp blades!
Do not grip the sharp blades or edges of the cutting discs. Clean them with a brush.
All parts of the continuous­feed shredder are dishwasher­proof.
Tip: To remove the red film after processing e.g. carrots, pour a little cooking oil on a cloth and rub the film off the continuous­ feed shredder (not the cutting discs). Then rinse the continuous­feed shredder.
Cleaning the blender
Risk of injury from sharp blades!
Do not touch blender blades with bare hands.
The blender jug, lid and funnel are dishwasher­proof.
Tip: After processing liquids, it is often sufficient to clean the blender without removing it from the appliance. Pour a little water and washing­up liquid into the attached blender. Switch on the blender for several seconds (setting M). Pour out the water and rinse out the blender with clear water.
Important information
If required, clean accessories bag. Follow care instructions in the bag.

Storage

Risk of injury!
When the appliance is not in use, pull out the mains plug.
Fig. K:

  • Store tools and cutting discs in the accessories bag.
  •  Keep accessories bag in the bowl.
  •  To store in the original packaging, see Fig. L.

Troubleshooting

Risk of injury!
Before eliminating a fault, pull out the mains plug.
The swivel arm must be engaged in every operating position.
Initially try to eliminate the problem which has occurred with the help of the following information.
Fault
Appliance does not start.
Remedial action

  • Check the power supply.

  • Check the mains plug.

  • Check swivel arm. Correct position?
    Engaged?

  • Screw on blender or bowl as far as possible.

  • Attach the blender cover and screw on as far as possible.

  •  Attach drive cover to unused drives.

  •  The safety lock is active. Switch appliance to P and then back to the required setting.

Fault
Appliance switches off during use. The overload protection feature has been activated. Too much food was processed at one time.

Remedial action

  • Switch off the appliance.
  •  Reduce processing quantity.
  •  Do not exceed permitted maximum quantities (see “Application examples”).

Fault
While the drive was running, the release button was inadvertently pressed. The swivel arm moves up. The drive switches off, but does not stop in the tool change position.
Remedial action

  • Set the rotary switch to P.
  • Move swivel arm to position 1.
  •  Switch on appliance (setting 1).
  •  Switch off appliance again.

Tool stops in tool change position.
Fault
Blender does not start working or stops during use, the drive is “humming”. Blade is blocked.

Remedial action

  • Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
  • Detach the blender and remove the obstruction.
  • Re­attach the blender.
  • Switch on the appliance.

Important information
If the fault cannot be eliminated, please contact customer service.

Application examples

Whipped cream
– 100­600 g

  • Whip cream with the whisk for 1½ to 4 minutes at setting 4 depending on the quantity and properties of the cream.

Egg white
– 1 to 8 egg whites

  • Beat egg white with the whisk for 4 to 6 minutes at setting 4.

Sponge mixture
Basic recipe
– 2 eggs
– 2­3 tbs. hot water
– 100 g sugar
– 1 packet of vanilla sugar
– 70 g flour
– 70 g cornflour
– Baking powder if required

  • Beat the ingredients (except flour and cornflour) with the whisk for approx.
    4­6 minutes at setting 4 until frothy.

  • Rotate switch to setting 1 and spoon  in the sifted flour and cornflour withinapprox. ½ to 1 minute.
    Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Cake mixture
Basic recipe
– 3­4 eggs
– 200­250 g sugar
– 1 pinch of salt
– 1 packet of vanilla sugar or peel from
½ lemon
– 200­250 g butter or margarine
(room temperature)
– 500 g flour
– 1 packet of baking powder
– 125 ml of milk

  • Mix all ingredients with the stirrer for approx. ½ minute at setting 1, then for approx. 3­4 minutes at setting 4.
    Maximum quantity: 1,5 x basic recipe

Short pastry
Basic recipe
– 125 g butter
(room temperature)
– 100­125 g sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 pinch of salt
– A little lemon peel or vanilla sugar
– 250 g flour
– Baking powder if required

  •  Using the stirrer, process all ingredients for approx. ½ minute at setting 1, then for approx. 2­3 minutes at setting 3.
    From 500 g flour:

  •  Knead the ingredients with the kneading hook for approx. ½ minute at setting 1, then for approx. 3­4 minutes at setting 2.
    Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Yeast dough
Basic recipe
– 500 g flour
– 1 egg
– 80 g fat (room temperature)
– 80 g sugar
– 200­250 ml lukewarm milk
– 25 g fresh yeast or 1 packet of dried yeast
– Peel of ½ lemon
– 1 pinch of salt

  •  Process all ingredients for approx.
    ½ minute at setting 1, then for approx.
    3­6 minutes at setting 2 using the kneading hook.
    Maximum quantity: 1,5 x basic recipe

Pasta dough
Basic recipe
– 300 g flour
– 3 eggs
– 1­2 tbs. (10­20 g) cold water as required

  •  Process all ingredients for approx.
    3­5 minutes at setting 2 until a dough forms.
    Maximum quantity: 1,5 x basic recipe

Bread dough
Basic recipe
– 750 g flour
– 2 packets of dry yeast
– 2 tsp. salt
– 450­500 ml warm water

  •  Process all ingredients for approx.
    ½ minute at setting 1, then for approx.
    4­5 minutes at setting 2 using the kneading hook.

Mayonnaise
– 2 eggs
– 2 tsp. mustard
– ¼ l oil
– 2 tbs. lemon juice or vinegar
– 1 pinch of salt
– 1 pinch of sugar
Ingredients must be at the same
temperature.

  • Process the ingredients (except the oil) in the blender for several seconds at setting 2 or 3.
  • Switch the blender to setting 4 and slowly pour the oil through the funnel and mix until the mayonnaise emulsifies.
    Eat the mayonnaise immediately, do not store.

Disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environ­ with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the frame­ work for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.
Changes reserved.

Optional accessories

| MUZ5ZP1
Citrus press| For squeezing oranges, lemons and grapefruits.
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| MUZ5CC2
Dicer| For cutting fruit and vegetables into equally sized cubes.
| MUZ5FW1
Mincer| For cutting fresh meat for steak tartare or meat loaf.
| MUZ45LS1
Perforated
disc set
fine (3 mm),
coarse (6 mm)| For the mincer MUZ5FW1.
Fine disc for pasties and spreads, coarse disc for sausages and bacon.
| MUZ45SV1
Viennese whirl
attachment| For the mincer MUZ5FW1.
With metal template for 4 different pastry moulds.
| MUZ45RV1
Grater
attachment| For the mincer MUZ5FW1.
For grating nuts, almonds, chocolate and dried bread rolls.
| MUZ45FV1
Juicer
attachment| For the mincer MUZ5FW1.
For pressing soft fruit, except raspberries, tomatoes and rose hips, to a pulp. At the same time e.g. currants are automatically stemmed and pitted.
| MUZ45PS1
Chipper disc| For the continuous­feed shredder MUZ5VL1.
For slicing raw potatoes for chips.
| MUZ45AG1
Asian
vegetable disc| For the continuous­feed shredder MUZ5VL1.
Slices fruit and vegetables into fine strips for Asian vegetable dishes.
| MUZ45RS1
Grating disc
coarse| For the continuous­feed shredder MUZ5VL1.
For grating raw potatoes, e.g. for potato pancakes or dumplings.
| MUZ45KP1
Potato fritter
disc| For the continuous­feed shredder MUZ5VL1.
For grating raw potatoes for rostis and potato fritters, for cutting fruit and vegetables into thick slices.
| MUZ5ER2
Stainless steel
stirring bowl| Up to 750 g of flour plus ingredients can be processed in the bowl.
| MUZ5KR1
Plastic mixing
bowl| Up to 750 g of flour plus ingredients can be processed in the bowl.
| MUZ5MX1
Plastic blender
attachment| For blending drinks, for pureeing fruit and vegetables, for preparing mayonnaise, for cutting fruit, nuts, for crushing ice cubes.
| MUZ5MM1
Multi­mixer| For chopping herbs, vegetables, apples and meat, for shredding carrots, radishes and cheese, for grating nuts and cooled chocolate.

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