BRAUN MR4050CA HC Multiquark Minimizer Instruction Manual

: June 17, 2024
: Braun

Table of Contents

Introduction
Description
How to operate your hand blender
How to operate your whisk
How to operate your chopper attachment
Cleaning
Accessories
Instruction for use
Customer Support
References
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BRAUN MR4050CA HC Multiquark Minimizer

Introduction

Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality, functionality and design. We hope you thoroughly enjoy your new Braun appliance.

Caution

Please read the use instructions carefully and completely before using the appliance.
The blades are very sharp!
Always unplug the appliance when it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, cleaning and storing.
The appliance must be kept out of reach of children.
Do not hold the motor part (A) nor the whisk gear box (G) under running water, nor immerse them in water.
Braun electric appliances meet applicable safety standards. Repairs or the replacement of the mains cord must only be done by authorised service personnel. Faulty, unqualified repair work may cause considerable hazards to the user.
Before plugging into a socket, check whether your voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the appliance.
The appliance is constructed to process normal household quantities.
Neither the beaker (F), nor the chopper bowl (C) is microwave-proof.

Description

A Motor part
B On/off switch (speed 1)
C On/off switch (speed 2)
D Blender shaft
E Measuring beaker
F Whisk gear box
G Whisk
H Chopper («CA»)

How to operate your hand blender

The hand blender is perfectly suited for preparing dips, sauces, soups, mayonnaise and baby food as well as for mixing drinks and milk shakes.

Insert the motor part (A) into the blender shaft (D) until it locks into place.
Position the hand blender deep in the bowl, then press switch (B)‚ or (C).
After use, turn the blender shaft to remove it from the motor part.

You can operate the hand blender in the measuring beaker, or in any other container. When blending directly in the saucepan while cooking, remove the pan from the stove first to protect your hand blender from overheating.

How to operate your whisk

Use the whisk only for whipping cream, beating egg whites and mixing sponges and ready-mix desserts.

Insert the whisk (G) into the whisk gear box (F), then insert the motor part (A) into the gear box until it locks into place.
Place the whisk deep in a bowl and only then, press switch (B)‚ (speed 1) to operate it.
After use, first turn the whisk gear box to remove it from the motor part. Then pull the whisk out of the gear box.

For best results:

Do not use the beaker (E), but a wider bowl.
Only use switch (B)‚ (speed 1) to operate the whisk.
Move the whisk clockwise holding it slightly inclined.
Only whip up to 400 ml chilled cream (min. 30 % fat content, 4-8 °C).
Only whip up to 4 egg whites.

How to operate your chopper attachment

(a) Chopper gear box
(b) Blade
(c) Chopper bowl
(d) Anti-slip base/lid

The chopper is perfectly suited for chopping meat, cheese, onions, herbs, garlic, carrots, walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds etc. When chopping hard goods (e.g. hard cheese) use the on/off switch (C).

N.B.: Do not chop extremely hard food, such as ice cubes, nutmeg, coffee beans or grains.

Before chopping …

pre-cut meat, cheese, onions, garlic, carrots (see processing guide on above),
remove stems from herbs, shell nuts,
remove bones, tendons and gristle from meet.

Caution: Carefully remove the plastic cover from the blade (b). The blade is very sharp! Always hold it by the upper plastic part. Place the blade on the centre pin of the chopper bowl (c). Press it down until it locks into place. Always place the chopper bowl on the anti-slip base (d).
Place the food in the chopper bowl.
Put the gear box (a) on the chopper bowl.
Insert the motor part (A) into the gear box (a) until it locks into place.
Press switch (B) ‚ or (C) to operate the chopper. During processing, hold the motor part with one hand and the chopper bowl with the other.
After use, turn the motor part (A) to remove it from the gear box.
Then remove the gear box.
Carefully take out the blade.
Remove the processed food from the chopper bowl. The anti-slip base also serves as a lid for the chopper bowl.

Cleaning

Clean the motor part (A) and the whisk gear box & with a damp cloth only. The chopper gear box (F) may be rinsed under the tap. However, do not immerse it in water.

All other parts can be cleaned in the dishwasher. However, after processing very salty food, you should rinse the blades right away. Also, be careful not to use an overdose of cleaner or decalcifier in your dishwasher.

When processing foods with colour (e.g. carrots), the plastic parts of the appliance may become discoloured. Wipe these parts with vegetable oil before placing them in the dishwasher.

Accessories

(available at Braun Service Centres; however, not in every country)
HC-4000: High-speed chopper, ideal for herbs, onions, garlic, chilis, nuts etc.

Recipe examples

Mayonnaise (use blender shaft) 200-250 ml oil,
1 egg (yolk and white),
1 tbsp. lemon juice or vinegar, salt and pepper to taste

Put all ingredients into the beaker according to the a.m. order. Introduce the hand blender to the base of the beaker. Pressing switch (C), keep the hand blender in this position until the oil emulsifies. Then, without switching off, slowly move it up and down until the mayonnaise is well combined.

Avocado dip (use chopper)

Chop 1 clove garlic, add 2 ripe avocados (quartered, without stone),

1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. olive oil
150 ml yoghurt
1 tsp. sugar, salt and pepper. Using switch (C), blend for about 1 minute.

Instruction for use

Subject to change without notice.

Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Disposal can take place at Braun Service Centre or at appropriate collection points provided in your country.