PROGRESS EK4254P Shimmer Hand Blender Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- PROGRESS
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PROGRESS
Est. 1931
SHIMMER
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Instruction manual
Est. 1931
Please retain instructions for future reference.
Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed. Check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds
with that of the local network before connecting the appliance to the main
power supply.
Children aged from 8 years and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance, only
if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Unless they are older than 8 and supervised, children should not perform
cleaning or user maintenance.
This appliance is not a toy. This appliance contains no user-serviceable
parts. If the power supply cord, plug or any part of the appliance is
malfunctioning, or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged, only a
qualified electrician should carry out repairs. Improper repairs may place the
user at risk of harm. Keep the appliance and its power supply cord out of the
reach of children.
Keep the appliance out of the reach of children when it is switched on or
cooling down. Keep the appliance and its power supply cord away from heat or
sharp edges that could cause damage. Keep the appliance away from heat
emitting appliances.
Keep hands, fingers, hair, and any loose clothing away from the rotating tools
of the appliance.
Do not immerse the electrical components of this appliance in water or author
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst connected to the main power
supply.
Do not remove the appliance from the mains power supply by pulling the cord;
switch it off and remove the plug by hand.
Do not pull or carry the appliance by its power supply cord.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of
damage.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
Do not use any accessories other than those supplied.
Do not use any damaged accessories.
Do not use this appliance outdoors.
Do not store the appliance in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions.
Do not dry blend ingredients; always add a small amount of liquid.
Do not touch any moving parts on this appliance during use, as this could
cause injury.
Do not touch any sections of the appliance that may become hot during use, as
this could cause injury.
Do not use broken or loose cutting or rotating blades. Switch off the
appliance and disconnect it from the mains power supply before changing or
fitting accessories.
Always unplug the appliance after use and before any cleaning or user
maintenance.
Always ensure that the appliance has cooled fully after use before performing
any cleaning or maintenance.
Use of an extension cord with the appliance is not recommended.
This appliance should not be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only. It should not be used for
commercial purposes.
WARNING: Do not touch sharp blades.
Care and Maintenance
STEP 1: Switch off and unplug the hand blender from the main power supply
before performing any cleaning or user maintenance.
STEP 2: Wipe the hand blender unit with a soft, damp cloth and allow to
dry thoroughly.
STEP 3: Wash the accessories in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry
thoroughly. Never touch the chopping blades; using extreme caution, clean the
blades with a brush and dry carefully. Do not immerse the hand blender unit in
water or any other liquid. Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents or scourers
to clean the hand blender, as this could cause damage. The hand blender is not
suitable for use in a dishwasher.
NOTE: The hand blender should be cleaned after every use.
WARNING: Handle the blender attachment with care as the blades are sharp.
Switch off the blender at the mains power supply and exercise caution when
attaching, removing, cleaning or storing the blender attachment.
Description of Parts
- Shimmer Hand Blender unit
- Power button
- Turbo button
- Blender attachment
Instruction for Use
Before First Use
Wash the blender attachment in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry
thoroughly. Wipe the hand blender unit with a soft, damp cloth and allow to
dry thoroughly. Never touch the blades; the blender attachment should be
washed using a brush and dried carefully. Do not immerse the hand blender unit
in water or any other liquid.
NOTE: When using the hand blender for the first time, a slight odour may
be emitted. This is normal and will soon subside. Allow for sufficient
ventilation around the hand blender.
Using the Shimmer Hand Blender
The blender attachment must be securely fitted before use; do not attempt to
remove the blender attachment until it has stopped moving.
WARNING: To avoid damaging the motor, max. operation time is 1 minute.
Allow to cool for 2 minutes or until it reaches room temperature before using
the hand blender again. Exceeding the recommended operation time can damage
the blender.
STEP 1: Before connecting the hand blender to the mains power supply,
carefully attach the blender attachment by aligning the tabs and twisting in
an anticlockwise direction until it clicks into place.
STEP 2: Place the food to be blended into a suitable bowl.
STEP 3: Plug in and switch on the hand blender at the mains power supply.
STEP 4: Holding the bowl steady, put the blade of the blender attachment
into the food, and press and hold the desired function button on the blender
unit.
STEP 5: Once the food has been blended to the required size/ consistency,
release the button and wait for the blade to stop rotating before removing the
hand blender from the bowl.
STEP 6: To remove the blender attachment from the hand blender, twist in
a clockwise direction and pull away.
CAUTION: Switch off and unplug the hand blender from the main power
supply before adding or removing food from the bowl.
WARNING: Do not operate the hand blender without food as this can cause
damage. Switch off and unplug the hand blender from the mains power supply
before attempting to remove the blender attachment and before cleaning.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The hand blender will not operate. | The hand blender is not connected to the | |
| mains power supply. | Plug in and switch on the hand blender at the mains power |
supply.
The blades will not move when in contact with ingredients.| The ingredients
are hard vegetables such as potato, carrot and turnip, making it difficult for
the hand blender to blend.| Only blend ingredients such as cooked vegetables
or soft fruit.
Storage
Reassemble the hand blender. Check that the hand blender is cool, clean and
dry before storing in a cool, dry place. Never wrap the cord tightly around
the hand blender; wrap it loosely to avoid causing damage.
Specifications
Product code: EK4254P Input: 220-240 V — 50/60 Hz Output: 300 W
Connection to the Mains
Please check that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with
your supply voltage.
Important
As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, please proceed as
follows: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue Neutral (N) / .
Brown Live (L)
FOR
UK USE ONLY — Plug fitting details (where applicable).
The wire coloured BLUE is the NEUTRAL and must be connected to the
terminal marked N or coloured BLACK.
c The wire coloured BROWN is the LIVE wire and must be connected to the
terminal marked L or coloured RED.
On no account must either the BROWN or the BLUE wire be connected to the
EARTH terminal ( ).
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened correctly. The plug must be
fitted with a fuse of the same rating already fitted and conforming to BS 1362
and be ASIA approved.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this
for you. Non-Rewireable Mains Plug If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead and should the fuse need replacing,
you must use one that is ASTA approved (conforming to BS 1362 of the same
rating). If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to
do this for you. If you need to remove the plug, DISCONNECT IT FROM THE
MAINS , then cut it off the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely.
Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is
a danger of an electric shock
UP Global Sourcing UK Ltd.
The UK. Manchester OL9 ODD.
Germany. 51149 Köln. If this product does not reach you in an acceptable
condition please contact our Customer Services Department at
www.progresscookshop.com
Please have your delivery note to hand as details from it will be required. If
you wish to return this product, please return it to the retailer from where
it was purchased with your receipt (subject to their terms and conditions).
Guarantee
All products purchased as new carry a manufacturer’s guarantee; the time
period of the guarantee will vary dependent upon the product. Where reasonable
proof of purchase can be provided, Progress will provide a standard 12-month
guarantee with the retailer from the date of purchase. This is only applicable
when products have been used as instructed for their intended, domestic use.
Any misuse or dismantling of products will invalidate any guarantee.
Under the guarantee, we undertake to repair or replace free of any charge any
parts found to be defective. In the event that we cannot provide an exact
replacement, a similar product will be offered or the cost refunded. Any
damages from daily wear and tear are not covered by this guarantee, nor are
consumables such as plugs, fuses etc. Please note that the above terms and
conditions may be updated from time to time and we, therefore, recommend that
you check these each time you revisit the website. Nothing in this guarantee
or in the instructions relating to this product excludes, restricts or
otherwise affects your statutory rights.
The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on this item indicates that this appliance
needs to be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way when it becomes of
no further use or has worn out. Contact your local authority for details of
where to take the item for recycling.
PROGRESS Est. 1931
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Manufactured by: UP Global Sourcing UK Ltd.,
The UK. Manchester OL9 ODD.
Germany. 51149 Koln.
MADE IN CHINA.
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