KitchenBrothers 16L Soup Maker Blender User Manual

: June 15, 2024
: KitchenBrothers

KitchenBrothers 16L Soup Maker Blender

KitchenBrothers-16L-Soup-Maker-Blender-product

Product Information

Specifications

Made in: China
Model number: [model number]
Capacity: 1.3L or 1.6L

Product Features
The [product name] is a versatile blender designed to help you create a variety of smooth and chunky drinks. It comes with multiple operating modes and has a large capacity jug for blending larger quantities of ingredients. The product is made in China and is of high quality.

Operating Instructions

Place the blender on a stable and flat surface.
Plug in the power cord into a power outlet.
Put a little liquid in the jug.
Cut the ingredients into 1-2 cm pieces and then add them to the jug.
Close the lid securely.
Select the desired mode (smooth or chunky) using the mode buttons.
Press the start button to begin blending.
After blending, press the stop button to stop the blender.
To clean the blender, select the clean mode and follow the cleaning instructions in the user manual.

Storage
When not in use, it is recommended to store the blender in a cool and dry place. Ensure that all parts are clean and dry before storing to prevent any damage or mold growth.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the blender, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual. If the problem persists, contact our customer service for assistance.

Disposal – Recycle
When disposing of the blender, follow the local regulations for proper disposal and recycling of electronic products. Do not dispose of the blender in regular household waste.

Service and Warranty
The product comes with a [duration] warranty. If you require any service or have any questions about the product, please contact our customer service for assistance.

Disclaimer
Please read the user manual carefully before using the blender. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage or injuries caused by improper use or neglect of safety precautions.

FAQ

Q: Can I blend hot liquids in this blender?
A: No, it is not recommended to blend hot liquids in this blender. Allow the liquids to cool down before blending.
Q: Can I disassemble the blender for cleaning?
A: Yes, the blender can be disassembled for easier cleaning. Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on how to disassemble and clean the blender.
Q: What is the capacity of the blender?
A: The blender is available in two capacities – 1.3L and 1.6L. Choose the capacity that suits your blending needs.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing a Kitchen Brothers product! Please always follow the instructions for safe usage. If you have any questions about the product or experience any problems, please contact us by e-mail: service@kitchenbrothers.nl

Intended use

This product is only intended for the purposes described in the manual.
The supplier is released from liability for any injury or damage caused by using the product outside of its intended use.
Warnings and safety instructions
Please ensure that the packaging is kept out of the reach of children!
Risk of suffocation!
Make sure to keep this user manual. Read the manual carefully!

Always observe the following precautions when using ‘the soup maker’, hereinafter referred to as ‘the product’.

General
Before first use, remove all packaging material and any stickers.

Be aware of the risks and consequences associated with incorrect use of the product.
Improper use of the product can lead to personal injury and damage to the product.
Do not disassemble, repair, or repair the product. This may damage the product. For your own safety, these parts should only be replaced by authorized service personnel. Always send the product to the service center for repairs to avoid damage and personal injury.
Use the product only for the purposes indicated in this manual.
Do not use accessories not offered by the supplier. They may pose a danger to the user and damage the product.
Before each use, inspect the parts and accessories for damage or wear (cracks/breaks) that could impair function and if so, replace them with original parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
If the product is not working properly, has been dropped, or is damaged, do not use the product and contact our customer service.
If this is your first time using the product, it is important to read the manual and instructions carefully.
Keep the product away from sharp and pointed objects that may damage the material.
Keep the product away from heat, areas where the temperature is relatively high, and heat sources such as ovens.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, humidity, or wet environments for an extended period.
Do not move the product if it is switched on or has not yet cooled down.
Do not cover the product, even when it is turned off.
The lid and reservoir should be carefully cleaned according to the cleaning instructions in this manual. They are not dishwasher safe and must not be cleaned under running water, immersion, partial immersion, or strong wetting. Water must not penetrate the housing. This may cause damage to the product.

Persons

This product may be used by children aged 8 years and above if they are properly supervised and informed about the safe use of the product and understand the potential hazards involved. Cleaning and maintenance of the product should not be carried out by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised. Keep the product and cord out of the reach of children under 8 years old.
The product may be used by people with physical or mental disabilities, provided they are properly supervised and informed about the safe use of the product and understand the potential hazards involved.
To avoid electric shock, do not allow pets or small children to chew on the power cord.
Do not let children play with the product. Use and store the product out of the reach of children.
Place the product out of reach of (domestic) animals.
If burns occur, immediately run lukewarm water over the affected body part. Do not stop to remove clothing and quickly seek medical attention.

Use

Always place the product on a horizontal, even, stable and non-flammable surface.
Be sure to open the product carefully and gradually to avoid damage to the product and personal injury.
Do not use the product near a bath, shower, swimming pool, or near a basin or sink filled with water. Do not touch the product and power cord with wet hands. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with water. Do not immerse the product in water. If water does get in or on the product, turn the product off immediately and contact our customer service.
Do not cover the product when it is on. Never place pillows or blankets on or against the product. This could result in a fire hazard, electric shock, personal injury or damage to the product.
Parts of the product become hot. Do not clean the product while it is still hot. Wait until the product has cooled down before cleaning it.
Hot steam comes out of the product when the water is boiling or has just boiled. Avoid any contact with this hot steam.
Operate only when necessary. Do not leave device in operation indefinitely.
Do not use the product and accessories on the stove or in combination with boiling water, as this may cause damage or personal injury.
Do not use the product if the blade is damaged.
The product gets hot when turned on. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Do not use the product if you are sensitive to heat. Do not touch the hot parts of the product. Only use the handle or knob.
Do not install the product in a place without ventilation (for example, on a bookshelf or in a closet) or on a rug or pillow. Make sure the ventilation holes are not blocked and that the product is at least 15 cm away from the wall(s) and ceiling.
Let the product cool down completely before cleaning or storing it.
Knife blades are sharp! Handle them carefully and do not touch the cutting edges to avoid risk of personal injury.
Do not touch the product during use, the product becomes hot.
Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep your hands and utensils away from the knife blade when using it. You can use a scraper, but only when not on the product.
Make sure the knife blade does not come in contact with hard or sharp objects.
The product should be placed in a stable place with the handles (if provided) to prevent spillage of the hot liquid.
The blades are sharp. Do not touch the blade when the product is on. Keep fingers and hands away from the blades during cleaning and maintenance. Always turn off the product when cleaning the area random the blade.
The product should only be used with the supplied stand.
Carefully pour out the freshly cooked soup to avoid injury.
Never use the product without filling it. This may result in a fire hazard and damage to the product.
When using the product, make sure the lid is in place before turning it on. Failure to do so may release hot steam or boiling liquid from the product and cause personal injury.
Do not remove the lid until the blade is stationary. Failure to do so may cause hot liquid to splash around and cause personal injury.
After an operating cycle, allow the product to cool completely and then clean it to prevent burning.
Remove the packaging from the food before placing it in the product. Cooking food should only be done in the container.
Make sure the product is always filled with food and liquid between the minimum and maximum markings. Failure to observe this may cause a fire hazard and personal injury.
There may be a burn hazard from hot parts of the product during and after use. Grasp the product only by the integrated handle. Steam may escape if the lid is opened while still hot.
Take necessary precautions, such as an appropriate oven glove, to avoid burns.
The food must be completely thawed and not frozen when it is put into the product. The product is not designed to shred frozen food.
Always use the product on a flat surface and allow free space under and around the motor housing. To prevent fire, keep the ventilation openings on the underside of the motor housing free of dust and lint, never expose them to liquids or flammable materials such as newspapers, napkins, dish towels, etc.
The exterior of the product may become hot when the product is in use. So be careful when you touch the outside!
The product is designed and intended for private use. Do not use the product for commercial purposes.
The product is suitable for indoor use only. Do not use the product outdoors. Doing so may result in damage to the product.
The product is intended for household use only, and not: in staff kitchens, in stores, in offices and other work environments, by customers in hotels, motels and other residential environments, in bed & breakfast environments, on farms etc.

Electronics

If the power fails during use, turn off the product immediately and unplug the power cord.
If the surface of the product is cracked, please turn off the product to avoid electric shock.
Periodically inspect both power cord and plug for signs of damage or wear, and if any, do not operate the product and have the power cord and/or plug replaced or repaired by authorized service personnel.
Do not immerse the product, power cord or plug in water. If water does get inside or on the product, turn the product off immediately and contact our customer service department.
Use and store the product so that the cables cannot be damaged.
To avoid electric shock, do not use the product if you suspect that the power cord or plug is damaged. A damaged power cord or plug must be repaired or replaced by a professional (an authorized distributor).
Unplug the product and turn off the product when not in use and before cleaning the product.
Do not unplug the product by pulling on the power cord. This may cause fire or electric shock.
If black smoke comes out of the product, unplug the power cord immediately. Wait for the smoke to clear before removing the contents of the product and contact our customer service.
Do not let the cable(s) hang over the edge of a table or countertop.
Do not place the cable(s) on hot surfaces or near oil.
Do not tuck the cable(s) under rugs or blankets. Make sure the cable is never in a walkway.
Do not move the product by pulling or twisting the cord.
Before connecting the product, make sure that the mains voltage indicated on the type rating plate corresponds to that of your mains supply.
Make sure you do not trip over the cable(s) and that the cable(s) are not kinked, twisted, or stuck.
Do not leave the product unattended when in use. When not using the product, turn off the product and unplug the power cord.
If the motor stops working, unplug the power base and let it cool for an hour before attempting to use it again.
The product is not suitable for operation via an external timer or separate remote control.
Turn off the product and remove the plug from the socket when you are not using or cleaning the product. Let the product cool down completely before cleaning the product.
Do not use an extension cord. Make sure that the product is plugged into a grounded outlet that has no other devices connected to it.
Always operate the product from a grounded indoor 220-240V-, 50/60Hz outlet.

RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT

When receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim.

Contents of package

Kitchen Brothers Soup maker 1.6L – Stainless steel/Black – Model KB781 – EAN 8720195258216

Included accessories

1x User manual

PRODUCT FEATURES

Product Overview

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Lid handle
Control panel
Housing/jug
Power connection
Flood sensor
Blade
Start/Stop button
Mode button
Program: Smooth soup
Program: Chunky soup
Program: Drinks
Program: Blend
Program: Clean

Technical data

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Other features

LED display with remaining time indicator.
BPA-free.
With 5 programs: Smooth soup, chunky soup, drinks, blending and cleaning.
You can make soup in 28 to 30 minutes.
Automatic timer up to 30 minutes max.
Sound indication when the product is ready.
With dry boil protection and flood sensor/protection.
Hidden heating element at the bottom of the jug.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before first use

It is important to clean the product with warm soapy water before first use, or if it has not been used for a long time.
When using the product for the first time, you may notice some smoke/vapor coming out of the lid; this is normal and is just grease applied to some parts of the product during the manufacturing process. After a few uses, this will stop.

How to use

Make sure the product is unplugged from the electrical outlet.
Remove the lid, being careful not to touch the blade.
Put a little liquid in the jug. Cut the ingredients into 1-2 cm pieces and then add them.
Finally, add the rest of the liquid and fill the jug between the min and max lines in the jug. Do not exceed the maximum capacity {liquid and ingredients combined).
Place the lid back on the jug and make sure it is firmly in place.
Insert the plug firmly into the product and into the outlet. The product will beep and the icons will flash sequentially.
Press the Mode button to select a program.
Press the Start/Stop button.
When the product is ready, remove the lid and pour the fresh soup or drink into a bowl or glass.

Audible signal

The product beeps l second when it is turned on.
The product beeps l second if the lid is removed and replaced while not working. This is an indication that the lid has been correctly replaced.
The product beeps twice if the lid is removed and replaced while in the middle of a program. This is an indication that the lid has been correctly reinserted.
Before the motor starts working, the product beeps twice briefly.
When a button is pressed, the product will beep and the indicator light of the corresponding function will illuminate.
When the program is completed, the product beeps for 10 seconds.

LED display

When the product is on, all LED lights will flash alternately.
When the program is complete, all LED lights will flash alternately.
After pressing the Start/Stop button, the first two digits of the display show the remaining time. Behind the timer indication, the symbols associated with the current status of the program flash. These may be two flashing horizontal bars (heat), three vertical rows with two horizontal bars (pause) or flashing vertical bars (blending).
When using the blend program, after pressing the Start/Stop button, the first two digits on the display show ’00’. Behind the digits flash the vertical dashes associated with the blend program.
After 10 seconds without use, the display turns off and the product automatically shuts off.

Programs

Selecting a program

Plug in the product. The product will beep for l second, the icons will flash sequentially and the product will enter standby mode.
Press the Mode button to select the program: Smooth (smooth soup), Chunky (chunky soup), Drinks, Blend or Clean. The LED light associated with the program will illuminate.

Start/Stop button

After selecting the desired program, press the Start/Stop button to start (or stop) the product.
If you want to cancel the program, press and hold the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds while the product is working.

Smooth soup

Time: 30 minutes

The smooth soup program is perfect for soup recipes that require a smooth consistency.
The program ensures that ingredients are blended to the correct consistency and gently cooked at the correct temperature.
Program indication: heats and stops heating in cycles of about 14 minutes, blends in short cycles of 5 seconds, heats in cycles of about 3 minutes, blends in short cycles of 25 seconds, heats in cycles of about 3 minutes, blends in short cycles of 20 seconds.
Program complete: When the program is complete, all LED lights flash and the product beeps for 10 seconds.

Chunky soup

Time: 28 minutes

The “Chunky” soup program is for soup recipes that require a coarser consistency. The program causes the ingredients to be heated longer so that the chunky ingredients are fully cooked. Note: For chunky soup, it does not blend, only heats. It is therefore recommended to cut the vegetables into small I cm pieces.
Program indicator: Heats and stops heating in cycles until the program is complete.
Program complete: When the program is complete, all LED lights flash and the product buzzer beeps for 10 seconds.

Drinks

Time: 2 minutes

It is possible to make a smaller quantity than the minimum of l.0L needed to make soup. For drinks, the total amount of liquid must rise at least 1cm above the blend blades(± 750ml).
When making a small amount of smoothies, pieces of hard fruits and vegetables such as apples and carrots may not be fully blended.
The ‘Drinks’ program is for making smoothies or milkshakes with fresh ingredients. The program takes 2 minutes before your drink is ready to serve. This program does not heat the ingredients. Note: Do not put in ice cubes!
Program indication: Blends in short cycles of 10 seconds.
Program complete: When the program is complete, all LED lights flash, and the product beeps for 10 seconds.

Blending

Time: 20 seconds

It is possible to make a smaller quantity than the minimum of l.OL is required for making soup.
For drinks, the total amount of liquid must rise at least 1cm above the blending blades ( ± 750ml). When blending a small amount for smoothies, pieces of hard fruits and vegetables such as apples and carrots may not be fully blended. This allows you to blend soups or drinks to the desired consistency if desired. This function works without additional heating of the soup/drink.
Program Indication: Select the “Blend” function and press and hold the Start/Stop to start blending. After 15 seconds, the motor will stop automatically. Note: Do not use the blend function several times without allowing the appliance to cool down sufficiently afterward.
Program complete: When the program is complete, the indicator light flashes in blend mode. Press the Mode key to change the function.

Cleaning

Time: 4 minutes

The “Clean” program allows you to pre-clean the product and remove most of the food residues. Fill the product to its maximum capacity (1.6L) with warm water, select ‘Clean’ and press ‘Start’. Note: Do not use the ‘Clean’ function with soapy water!
Program indication: Heats and blends in short cycles.
Program complete: When the program is complete, all LED lights flash and the product beeps for 10 seconds.

Tips for use

To prevent ingredients high in sugar or starch from sticking to the bottom, brush the bottom of the product with some butter and/or add a little water or broth first, before adding the rest of the ingredients.
If you find that you have selected the wrong function, you can press the Start/Stop button to select the function again. Press the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds. The product will return to standby mode, after which you can reset the desired function.
If the product is turned off during use to check your soup or add ingredients, the product will automatically continue operating when turned back on within 1.5 minutes. Note: There is no memory function for the Blend and Clean program.
If ingredients touch the flood sensor during cooking, the product will pause for 20 seconds to prevent overcooking. Do not exceed the maximum capacity (liquid and food together) to prevent the product from pausing completely during a program.

Maintenance and cleaning

The product is not dishwasher safe.
Clean the product immediately after use.
Rinse the mixing section containing the blade under warm water, clean it with a soft brush, or wipe with a sponge.
You can clean the inside of the jug with warm soapy water and a sponge.
The Cleaning program can be used to pre-clean the product Maker and remove most of the food residue.
Certain types of food can burn if they come in contact with the heating element of the product. If this happens, fill the product with hot soapy water, add some additional cleaning soda if desired, and let it soak for 15 minutes. Burnt food can then be removed with a soft sponge or brush.
After cleaning, dry all parts thoroughly.
- Do not use a metal scouring pad, it will scratch the jug and scratches encourage more burning.
- Do not use the cleaning function with soapy water.

STORAGE

Store the product in a clean and dry place. Do not store the device in extremely high or extremely low temperatures.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Cause	Solution

The product does not start the program. The lights flash, but nothing happens.| The jug is filled beyond its maximum capacity.| Remove some liquid and/or ingredients from the jug.

The product does not finish the program.

| ****

The jug is overfilled.

| Remove some liquid and/or ingredients from the jug.
Error code “E1” appears on the display.| Short circuit between the overflow protection and the internal structure.| Contact customer service.
The jug is filled to above maximum capacity.| Remove some liquid and/or ingredients from the jug.
The product keeps pausing during the program.| The overflow sensor detects liquid and prevents overcooking.| Remove some liquid and/or ingredients from the jug.

DISPOSAL/RECYCLE

Think about the environment and contribute to a cleaner living environment! This product is subject to the European Directive (EU) 2012/19/EU. At the end of its service life, do not dispose of the product with normal household waste, but deliver it to a collection point designated by the authorities for recycling.

SERVICE AND WARRANTY

If you need service or information regarding your product, please contact our Customer Support at service@kitchenbrothers.nl.

We provide a 2-year warranty on our products. To obtain service during the warranty period, the product needs to be returned with proof of purchase. Product defects have to be reported within 2 years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse or incorrect repair; parts subject to wear; defects that the customer was aware of at the time of purchase; damages or defects caused by customer neglect; or damages or defects caused by third parties.

DISCLAIMER
Changes reserved; specifications are subject to change without stating grounds for doing so.

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