KRUPS GX332 Silent Vortex Electric Grinder Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- KRUPS
Table of Contents
KRUPS GX332 Silent Vortex Electric Grinder Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons including the following :
- Read all instructions carefully before using the coffee-grinder.
- To protect against risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquids.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
- Do not remove the lid until the blade has stopped completely. After releasing the push button the blade will come to a stop within 2 to 3 seconds.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized KRUPS Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
- To reduce the risk of injury do not drape cord over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Avoid contact with moving parts. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock mechanisms.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
- Check grinding chamber for presence of foreign objects before using.
- Blades are sharp. Handle them carefully. 15. Make certain the voltage of the appliance is in accordance with your domestic supply.
POLARIZED INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Please read the instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time and retain them for future reference: KRUPS cannot accept any liability for non compliant appliance use.
- Check that your power supply voltage corresponds to that shown on the appliance (alternating current only). Any error in plugging in your appliance may cause irreversible damage and invalidate the guarantee.
- Given the diverse standards in effect, if the appliance is used in a country other than that in which it is purchased, have it checked by an Approved Service Agent.
- Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped and there is visible damage to it (e.g. the protection panel), or if it fails to function normally. In this case, it must be sent to an approved service centre.
- If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an approved service centre or a similarly qualified person, to avoid danger.
- Always unplug the appliance as soon as you stop using it, if you leave it unattended or during assembly, disassembly or cleaning.
- This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
- This appliance may be used by persons with a lack of experience and knowledge or reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, as long as they are supervised or have been instructed about using the appliance safely and are fully aware of the dangers involved.
- Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance and do not use it as a toy.
- Please handle the knife with care when the container is empty and during cleaning, as the blades are very sharp.
- This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or persons lacking in experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been instructed about using the appliance by a person responsible for their security.
- Your appliance is for domestic culinary use only (for use inside the home only). It has not been designed to be used in the following circumstances, which are not covered by the Guarantee: in kitchen areas reserved for staff in shops, offices and other professional environments, on farms, by clients of hotels, motels and other residential environments and in guest rooms or similar accommodation.
- In the interests of safety, only use KRUPS accessories and spare parts designed for your appliance.
- Warning: Any misuse would lead to potential injury.
- Warning: The appliance must not be immersed in water or any other liquid.
DESCRIPTION
- A Push Activation Power Button
- B Double Wall Grinding Lid
- C Base
- D Grinding bowl storage lid
- E Removable grinding bowl
- F Base cord storage
INTRODUCTION
By purchasing whole coffee beans, dry herbs, and spices and storing them properly at home you can maximize the potential flavour. Grinding right before brewing coffee or cooking with herbs and spices results in best taste. The Krups SILENT VORTEX 3-in-1 grinder is designed with Vortex Spin Force (patent pending) to quickly and evenly grind ingredients.
OPERATION
- Fill the grinding bowl with whole bean coffee, spices, or dry herbs. Please refer the markings minimum 3 cups or up to 12 cup of the grinding bowl to put the ingredients. (fig.1)
- Secure the grinding bowl on the grinder base. (fig.2)
- Plug in the grinder. To start grinding, press the push activation power button. (fig.3)
- The power will only stay on as long as the button is pressed.
- To pulse, push and release the power button.
- When grinding is complete, unplug the unit.
- Remove grinding bowl from base. Pour ingredients out as needed or secure with storage lid. (fig.4-5)
- Do not operate the appliance for more than 30 seconds at a time. Leave the appliance to cool down for one minute before switching it on again.
⚠ Caution Wait until the blades have completely stopped before removing lid. The grinder should be unplugged before removing the lid.
CLEANING
Keeping your grinder clean is essential to achieve optimal taste results. Coffee beans and spices contain oils that will collect in the grinder and quickly become stale. The stale oils can contribute unwanted flavours.
⚠ Be sure that grinder is unplugged before cleaning!
- Grinding bowl, grinding lid, and storage lid can be washed in mild detergent, or placed in the top rack of the dishwasher.
- Use a damp cloth to wipe the base of the grinder. Never immerse the base into liquid.
- Base unit can be wiped down with a damp cloth. NEVER immerse base unit in water or any other liquid!
HERBS AND SPICES GRINDING GUIDE
Krups recommends grinding at least 2 tablespoon of dry herbs and spices between 20-30 seconds for best results. Try pulsing for better control on level of fineness. Some of the most popular herbs and spices are whole peppercorn, dry rosemary, dry thyme, dry sage, flax seed, dry red pepper flakes, cumin, and dry oregano. Break up large ingredients, such as cinnamon sticks, prior to grinding. For grinding nuts, pulse for best results. Very dense, wet and oily herbs and spices are NOT recommended to use with this grinder.
⚠ Caution Very dense, wet and oily herbs and spices are not recommended to use with this grinder.