taurus HB1700X Hand Blender Instruction Manual

taurus HB1700X Hand Blender

Product Specifications

• Model: HB1700X – HBA1700X
• Description: Hand Blender

Accessories

• Stick Blender
• Chopper Cup
• Whisk

Product Usage Instructions

Stick Blender
The stick blender is used for blending, pureing, and mixing ingredients directly in a container.

To use the stick blender:

1. Attach the stick blender to the motor body (D).
2. Place the desired ingredients in a container.
3. Insert the stick blender into the container.
4. Adjust the speed using the speed control knob (A).
5. Blend the ingredients by moving the stick blender up and down
   in a vertical motion.

Chopper Accessory
The chopper accessory is used for chopping and grinding ingredients such as nuts, meat, and cheese.

To use the chopper accessory:

1. Attach the chopper cup to the motor body (D).
2. Add the desired ingredients to the chopper cup.
3. Attach the chopper lid (G1) and ensure it is securely closed.
4. Adjust the speed using the speed control knob (A).
5. Pulse the chopper by pressing the ON/OFF button (B) repeatedly or hold down the turbo button (C) for a finer texture.

Whisk Accessory
The whisk accessory is used for whisking and beating ingredients such as eggs, cream, and sauces.

To use the whisk accessory:

1. Attach the whisk to the whisk adapter fitting (H1).
2. Attach the whisk adapter fitting to the motor body (D).
3. Add the desired ingredients to a container.
4. Insert the whisk into the container.
5. Adjust the speed using the speed control knob (A).
6. Whisk the ingredients by moving the whisk in a circular motion.

Cleaning
After each use, it is important to clean the product thoroughly to maintain its performance and longevity.

To clean the product:

1. Detach all accessories from the motor body (D).
2. Wash the accessories and motor body with warm soapy water.
3. Rinse thoroughly and dry before storing.

DESCRIPTION

• A Speed control knob
• B ON/OFF button
• C Turbo button
• D Motor body
• E Stick blender
• F Measuring cup
• G Chopper (*)
• G1 Chopper lid
• G2 Chopper blades set
• H Whisk (*)
• H1 Whisk adapter fitting

Only available in the model HBA1700X.
If the model of your appliance does not have the accessories described above, they can also be bought separately from the Technical Assistance Service.

USE AND CARE

• Fully extend the appliance’s supply cord before each use.
• Do not use the appliance if the parts or accessories are not properly fitted or are defective.
• Do not use the appliance if the on/off switch does not work.
• Store this appliance out of reach of children and/or persons with physical, sensory or reduced mental or lack of experience and knowledge.
• Keep the appliance in good condition. Check that the moving parts are not misaligned or jammed, and make sure there are no broken parts or anomalies that may prevent the appliance from operating correctly.
• Use the appliance and its accessories and tools by these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Using the appliance for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Never leave the appliance connected and unattended if it is not in use. This saves energy and prolongs the life of the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance on any part of the body of a person or animal.
• Do not use the appliance with frozen goods or those containing bones.
• Do not use the appliance with the stick-blender for more than 50 seconds at a time, pausing for 2 minutes.
• Do not use the appliance with the chopper for more than 30 seconds at a time, pausing for 2 minutes.
• As a reference, in the annexed table appears several recipes that include the amount of food to process and the operating time of the apparatus. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USE

• Please read the “Safety advice and warnings” booklet carefully before first use.
• Make sure that all products’ packaging has been removed.
• Before using the product for the first time, clean the parts that will come into contact with food in the manner described in the «Cleaning» section.
• Prepare the appliance according to the function you wish to use.

USE

• Extend the supply cord completely before plugging it in.
• Connect the appliance to the mains.
• Turn the appliance on by using the on/off button.
• Select the desired speed.
• Work with the food you want to process.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

• The speed of the appliance can be regulated by using the speed control knob (A). This function is very useful, as it makes it possible to adapt the speed of the appliance to the type of work that needs to be done.

TURBO FUNCTION

• The appliance has a turbo function (C). By activating the turbo function, all the power of the motor becomes available, thus obtaining a finer finish in the final texture of the product.

ONCE YOU HAVE FINISHED USING THE APPLIANCE

• Stop the appliance by releasing the pressure on the on/off button.
• Unplug the appliance from the mains.
• Clean the appliance.

ACCESSORIES

STICK BLENDER ACCESSORY

• This accessory is used for making sauces, soups, mayonnaise, milkshakes, baby food, etc.
• Attach the stick to the motor body and turn it counterclockwise.
• Put the food to be prepared in the measuring cup and switch the appliance on.
• For further cleaning, detach and remove the stick by turning in the opposite direction.

CHOPPER ACCESSORY

• This accessory is used to chop vegetables or meat.
• To avoid damage to the appliance, remove bones, nerves, cartilage, etc., from the meat.
• Put the blade set and the food in the chopping cup.
• Put the chopper lid until it fits into place.
• Attach the unit to the lid and switch the appliance on. Be careful: do not switch the appliance on if the whole unit is not properly fitted and connected.
• Stop the appliance when the food reaches the desired texture.
• Detach the unit from the lid, and release the adapter fitting.
• NOTE 1: Do not exceed half of the chopper cup when working with solid foods.
• NOTE 2: In the case of working with liquid foods, do not exceed 300 ml.

WHISK ACCESSORY

• This accessory is used to whip cream and beat egg whites.
• Insert the whisk into the adapter fitting. Attach the unit to the motor body.
• Put the food into a large receptacle and switch the appliance on. For best results, turn the whisk clockwise.
• Stop the appliance, remove the whisk accessory and release the adapter fitting.
• Note: Do not work at high speeds with this accessory attached, as this would cause defects in the whisk (spinning its wires).

CLEANING

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains and allow it to cool before undertaking any cleaning task.
• Clean the equipment with a damp cloth with a few drops of washing-up liquid and then dry it.
• Do not use solvents or products with an acid or base pH, such as bleach, or abrasive products, for cleaning the appliance.
• Never submerge the appliance in water or any other liquid or place it under running water.
• During the cleaning process, take special care with the blades, as they are very sharp.
• It is advisable to clean the appliance regularly and remove any food remains.
• If the appliance is not in good condition of cleanliness, its surface may degrade and inexorably affect the duration of the appliance’s useful life and could become unsafe to use.
• The following pieces may be washed in a dishwasher (using a soft cleaning program) or soapy hot water:
  • Measuring cup
  • Stick blender
  • Chopper cup
  • Whisk
• The draining/drying position of the articles washable in the dishwasher or in the sink must allow the water to drain away easily.
• Then dry all parts before their assembly and storage.

Recipe| Recom- mended accessory| Speed| Quantity| Preparation| Time
---|---|---|---|---|---
Mayonnaise| Stick blender| 4| 250 ml| Put 1 egg in the jug with a pinch of salt and some drops of vinegar or lemon. Add oil until the indicated level. Turn the appliance on without moving until the oil binds.| 30 s
Béchamel sauce| Stick blender| 3| 600 ml| Melt 30 g of butter in a pan on slow heat. Add 100 g of flour and 30 g of fried onions (already cut up with the slicer). Slowly add 500 ml of milk.| 20 s
Whipped cream| Whisk| 2| 250 ml| Pour the very cold cream (0 ºC to 5 ºC) into a recipient and operate the blender by moving it clockwise. We recommend using minimum speed and, when it starts to take on consistency, going to the 2nd. Be careful, as if the time is exceeded, the cream will turn into butter.| 1-2 min
Stiff egg whites| Whisk| 2| 5 egg whites| Pour the egg whites into a jug and acti- vate the blender. Mix in a vertical motion until the egg whites become stiff.| 1-2 min
Mashed potato| Stick blender| MAX| 300 g| The potatoes can be sliced by activating the blender directly in the saucepan directly.| 30 s
Baby food: fruit and biscuit mush| Stick blender| MAX| 300 g| Cut up and place 100 g of apple, 100 g of banana, 50 g of biscuits and the juice of one orange in the jug.| 25 s
Bread- crumbs| Stick blender| MAX| 80 g (1-2

cm)

| Cut up the stale bread before putting it in the jug. Blend until the desired texture is obtained.| 50 s
Grated cheese| Chopper| MAX| 100 g| Dice the cheese into 1 cm chunks and blend and repeat until the desired texture is obtained.| 30 s
Ground nuts| Chopper| MAX| 100 g| Remove the shells and grind until the desired texture is obtained.| 30 s
Minced meat| Chopper| MAX| 40 g| Previously chop into 1 cm chunks. Mince until the desired texture is obtained.| 10 s

• Continuous use of the appliance should not exceed 50 seconds.
• If you need more processing time, alternate cycles of 50 seconds of use with cycles of 2 minutes of rest.

FAQ

• Q: Can I purchase additional accessories for my HB1700X – HBA1700X?
  • A: Yes, if your model does not have certain accessories described in the manual, they can be bought separately from the Technical Assistance Service.
• Q: What can I make with the stick blender?
  • A: The stick blender can blend, puree, and mix ingredients. It is suitable for making smoothies, soups, sauces, and baby food.
• Q: How do I chop ingredients using the chopper accessory?
  • A: To chop ingredients, add them to the chopper cup, attach the lid, and pulse the chopper using the ON/OFF button or turbo button for a finer texture.
• Q: Can I use the whisk accessory to beat egg whites?
  • A: Yes, the whisk accessory is perfect for beating egg whites. Simply attach the whisk to the whisk adapter fitting, adjust the speed, and whisk until the egg whites become stiff.

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