Tefal FE90B i-Companion XL Food Processor Instruction Manual

Tefal FE90B i-Companion XL Food Processor

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal safety

• Read the instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time and keep them in a safe place. The manufacturer shall not accept any liability in the event of any use that does not comply with the instructions.

• Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply if you are to leave it unattended and before assembly, dismantling or cleaning. Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision.

• This appliance should not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its power cable out of reach of children.

•  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, 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.
  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Keep your appliance out of reach of children.

• When the product is in use, some parts become hot (stainless steel wall of the bowl and stopper, When the product is in use, some parts become hot (stainless steel wall of the bowl and stopper,

• The temperature of the accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is in operation.

• The appliance is not intended to be operated using an external timer or by a separate remote control system.

• Do not use your appliance if it is not working properly, if it is damaged or if the power cable or plug is damaged. To avoid any danger have the power cable replaced by an approved service centre (see list in the guarantee booklet).

• The appliance should not be immersed in water. Never put the motor unit (A) under running water.

• This appliance is designed for indoor household use only and at an altitude below 2000 m. The manufacturer shall not accept any liability and reserves the right to cancel the guarantee in the event of commercial or inappropriate use or failure to follow the instructions.

• This appliance is intended for indoor, domestic household use only. It is not intended to be used in the following applications and the guarantee will not apply for:

  • Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments.
  • In kitchen areas reserved for staff in shops, offices and other professional environments.
  • On farms.
  • Use by clients of hotels, motels and other residential environments.
  • in guest room environments.

• Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns. Handle the lid and the cap with caution (use oven gloves, a potholder, etc. if necessary). Handle the cap by its central section.

• Do not operate the appliance if the seal is not positioned on the seal carrier, or if the seal carrier is not assembled in the lid. It is essential to operate the appliance with the cap positioned in the hole in the lid (unless specifically otherwise stated in the recipe).

• WARNING: Be aware of the risk of injury in the event of incorrect use of the appliance. Take care with the knives of the Ultrablade knife (F1) and the kneading/grinding & crushing blade (F4) when you are cleaning them and when you empty the bowl, they are extremely sharp. Be careful if a hot liquid is poured into the food processor because it could be ejected from the appliance due to it suddenly boiling.

• Place the Ultrablade chopper blade (F1) in the bowl after use.

• WARNING: Be careful to avoid any spillage on the connector during cleaning, filling or pouring. WARNING: Some foods that have an outer skin (whole sausages, tongue, poultry, etc.) or large pieces of meat may produce spatters as they trap boiling liquids. We therefore recommend piercing them with a knife or a folk prior to cooking.

• WARNING: The heating element surface is subjected to residual heat after use.

  • Be sure to touch only the handles of your appliance (locks D2, handle of the lid E2 and handle of the cap E1) during heating and until complete cooling down.

• Refer to the instructions for setting the operating times and speed settings of each accessory and each program.

• Refer to the instructions for assembly and mounting accessories to the appliance.

• Refer to the instructions for cleaning and maintenance of your appliance.

• Always follow the cleaning instructions on how to clean your appliance :

  • Unplug the appliance.
  • Do not clean the appliance while hot.
  • Clean with a damp cloth or sponge.
  • Never immerse the appliance in water or put it under running water.

EUROPEAN MARKETS ONLY

• Keep the appliance and its lead out of reach of children under 8 years of age.
  Children should not use the appliance as a toy.

• This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or whose experience or knowledge is insufficient, as long as they have the benefit of supervision or they have received instructions regarding safe use of the appliance and they understand its potential dangers.

• This appliance may be used by children of at least 8 years of age, as long as they are supervised and have been given instructions about using the appliance safely and are fully aware of the dangers involved. Cleaning and maintenance by the user should not be carried out by children without supervision unless they are at least 8 years of age and are supervised by an adult.

Connection to the power supply

• The appliance should be plugged in to an earthed electrical socket.
• The appliance is designed to work with alternating current only. Check that the supply voltage indicated on the rating plate of the appliance corresponds to that of your electrical installation.
• Any connection error will negate the guarantee.
• Never pull on the power lead to unplug the appliance.
• Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in any liquid.
• The power cord must never be left near or in contact with the hot parts of your appliance, near a source of heat or on a sharp edge.

Incorrect use

• Do not touch the lid before the appliance comes to a complete stop (stop button); wait until the food being mixed is no longer rotating.
• Always pour the solid ingredients into the bowl first before adding the liquid ingredients (See Fig. 10), without exceeding the MAX limit marked inside the bowl (See Fig. 10). If the bowl is too full, boiling liquid may be ejected.
• Please note, in the steam cooking program, do not exceed 0.7 litres water (See Fig. 3.2).
• Never put your fingers or any other object in the bowl while the appliance is in operation.
• Do not use the bowl as container (storage, freezing, sterilisation).
• Place the appliance on a stable flat, heat-resistant, clean and dry surface.
• Do not place the appliance near a wall or a cupboard: the steam produced may damage them.
• Do not place your appliance near a heat source in operation (hob, household appliance, etc.).
• Do not cover the lid with a dishcloth or other item, do not attempt to block the hole in the lid, use the steam regulator cap.
• Never allow long hair, scarves, etc. to hang over the accessories while in operation.
• Never put the accessories, bowl and lid in a microwave.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Never exceed the maximum quantity indicated in the instructions.
• Store the appliance when it has cooled down.
• Do not place the bowl in the freezer to cool it; use the refrigerator.

After-sales Service

• For your own safety, do not use accessories or spare parts other than those provided by the approved after-sales centres.
• Any intervention other than cleaning and usual maintenance by the customer must be carried out by an approved service centre.
• Consult the table “What to do if your appliance does not work” at the end of the instruction manual.

On reading this instruction manual, you will find recommendations for use, which will help you to see the potential of your appliance: preparation of soups, stews, steamed
dishes and desserts.

APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION

1. Motor unit
2. Control panel
3. B1: Speed selector
4. B2: Cooking temperature selector and/or
5. heat indicator light
6. B3: Operating duration/pairing selector
7. B4: Automatic program selection buttons B5: START/STOP/RESET button
8. B6: + / – selector
9. C LCD screen
10. C1: Connection indicator display
11. C2: Steam program display
12. C3: Current step display in the step-by-step  recipes
13. C4: Safety indicator display
14. C5: Speed display
15. C6: Temperature display
16. C7: Time display
17. D Bowl assembly
18. D1: Stainless steel bowl
19. D2: Locks (located under handles) D3: Detachable spindle
20. D4: Bowl seal
21. D5: Spindle locking ring
22. E Lid assembly
23. E1: Steam regulator cap/stopper
24. E2: Lid
25. E3: Lid seal
26. E4: Lid seal
27. F Accessories:
28. F0: Accessory storage box
29. F1: Ultrablade chopping knife
30. F2: Mixer
31. F3: Whisk
32. F4: Knife for kneading/grinding blade F5: Steam basket
33. G Spatula
34. H On/Off switch 0/1 switches off the power supply to your appliance
35. I Cleaning brush

APPLIANCE TECHNICAL DATA

YOUR APPLIANCE
Your appliance comes with the following accessories:

These accessories are also fitted with gripping areas to facilitate easier handling. Your i-Companion xl appliance can operate in ‘connected’ mode, and also in ‘unconnected’ mode. It also has two operating modes: automatic program mode and manual mode.

• Automatic program mode: the speed, cooking temperature and cooking time are pre-programed to make soups, stews, steamed dishes and pastries automatically.
• Manual mode: you can personalise the settings for speed, cooking temperature and cooking time as you wish.

Use with or without the lid

• When you have selected a temperature between 135°C and 150°C, you must use your appliance without the lid. If the lid is positioned on the bowl, a lock will be displayed on the LCD screen, prompting you to unlock it.
• Once you have added the food items, stir them using the spatula and regularly repeat the operation to prevent the formation of stains on the bottom of the bowl. (See “Cleaning” paragraph).
• If you choose to use the appliance with its lid in place, the maximum cooking temperature shall then be 130°C.

YOUR APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY-LOCKING LID
The lid is secure each time the appliance starts. This security feature prevents the lid from opening when preparing a recipe (See Fig.17). Do not attempt to force the lid when it is locked. This security lock is released each time that the appliance stops. If you have selected a temperature greater than or equal to 50°C and a speed greater than or equal to 5, a countdown of 10 seconds then appears on the control-panel ‘s LCD display. (See Fig.18). It will only be possible to open it at the end of the countdown. FITTING THE

BOWL, ACCESSORIES AND LID ASSEMBLY

• Before using your appliance for the first time, clean all the parts (D, E, F, G) in warm soapy water, except for the motor unit (A). Your bowl (D) has a removable spindle (D3) to make cleaning easier.
• Make sure that all the packaging has been removed before use, especially the protection between the bowl (D) and the motor unit (A).
• Place the seal (E4) on the seal carrier (E3) (see Fig. 1) and clip the assembly on the lid (E2) (see Fig 2).
• Position the gasket (D4) on the detachable spindle (D3). Lock the assembly to the bottom of the bowl with the locking ring (D5) (see Fig. 3). If you use the cooking mode without the lid, position the seal (D4) on the detachable spindle (D3). Lock the entire appliance to the bottom of the bowl with the locking ring (D5) (see Fig. 3).
• Position the chosen accessory in the bowl:
  • the accessories (F1, F2, F3, or F4) on the shared drive at the bottom of the bowl (see Fig. 4.1),
  • for steam cooking, the steam basket (F5) inside the bowl, (see Fig. 4.3 ), taking care to first fill the 0.7l basin with a liquid (water, sauce, etc.) (see Fig. 4.2 ).
• Add the ingredients to the inside of the bowl or steam basket.
• Position the lid on the bowl (D) by aligning the two triangles (see Fig. 5), lock the lid without pressing by turning it in the direction of the arrow (see Fig. 6).
  Position the steam regulator cap (E1) on the lid. There are 2 possible positions (see Fig. 7):

The low setting allows a maximum amount of condensation to be released and therefore it is re-commended to prepare dishes and sauces with a better consistency
(risotto, creamy puddings, sauces, etc.).

• The high setting allows a maximum amount of heat and steam to build up in the bowl for all types of steam cooking (soups, etc.).
  This setting also prevents splashing during mixing.

• Position the bowl (D) on the motor unit (A) until you hear a “click” (See Fig. 8).

• The appliance only starts up if the bowl and the lid are correctly positioned and locked on the motor unit.

In the event of incorrect positioning of the bowl or incorrect locking of the lid (See Fig. 10.1 and 10.2), the logo starts to flash when a function is activated.z

Selecting custom settings

• Selecting the motor speed.
  2 intermittent speeds (Speed 1 & 2) and 10 continuous progressive speeds (Speed 3 to 12)
  Max intermittent speed (S13).

• Selecting cooking temperature. From 30° to 150°C.
  Heating indicator light: lights up when cooking starts and switches off when the temperature inside the bowl falls to below 50°C.

• Selecting operating time. From 5 sec to 2 hours.
  1st connection pairing

• Increase speed, cooking temperature and duration. Decrease speed, cooking temperature and duration.

• This button has 3 functions:

  • ‘ Validation’ of your automatic program selection or the settings you have chosen in manual mode (speed, cooking temperature, time).
  • ‘Pause’ when operating, once the appliance has been started.
  •  ‘Reset’ of the appliance settings, selected by pressing and holding for 2 seconds.
  • ‘ Validation of step’ in step-by step recipes.

Tips for use:
Your appliance is fitted with a microprocessor that controls and analyses its stability. In the event of instability, the motor rotation speed will be automatically reduced, if this instability continues, the motor will be stopped and “STOP” will be displayed on the screen.

• Check that the quantity of ingredients is not too large and that the speed used is the correct one.
• Check that you are using the recommended accessory.
•  Then restart your appliance normally.

USE IN CONNECTED MODE
Powering up your appliance
Frequency: 2.40 GHz. Maximum transmitted output: 7.7 dBm
Your appliance has an on/off switch marked 0/1. Switch it to 1. (See Fig. 9).
The LCD screen will display all the settings as ‘0’.
In connected mode, the i-Companion xl LCD screen is blue.

PREPARING TO INSTALL

Go to www.tefal.com to find the list of Smartphone and Tablet models that are compatible with i-Companion xl

INSTALL I-COMPANION XL
What you need to install i-Companion xl:

• The Companion app, which can be downloaded for free from App Store (iPhone/iPad) and Google Play (Android)
• A Bluetooth connection supplied by your Bluetooth® Smart 4.0 smartphone or tablet: i-Companion xl connects to your smartphone/tablet via a stand-alone wireless connection
• The smartphone/tablet must be close to the i-Companion xl (the connection range varies, depending on the layout of the home).
• A power point for plugging in the i-Companion xl : i-Companion xl is only connected to your smartphone/tablet when it is plugged in to the power supply.

About Bluetooth® Smart
Bluetooth® Smart 4.0 technology (or Bluetooth Low Energy) makes it possible to communicate wirelessly between an app and a device with very low energy consumption.

FIRST CONNECTION OF I-COMPANION XL IN CONNECTED MODE

Downloading the app
To start, download the app onto your smartphone/tablet by connecting to App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android.
Once you have downloaded the app, you will be able to make your first recipes with i-Companion xl within just a few minutes, without creating an account. (50 recipes are available to you without creating an account).
If you create an account on the app you will be able to access all the content, and vary your menus.

• Powering up the i-Companion xl
  Your appliance has an on/off switch marked 0/1 (H). Switch this to 1 (see Fig. 9).

• Bluetooth activation
  Move close to the i-Companion xl and check that Bluetooth is activated on your smartphone/tablet.

• Launching the app
  Launch the Companion app by clicking on the ‘Companion’ icon.
  Pairing
  What is pairing?
  On first connection, the app you have downloaded onto your smartphone/tablet and i-Companion xl will automatically and quickly detect each other, provided you follow the steps below. If you wish, you can pair up to 10 devices with i-Companion xl. To do this, pair each device separately. (See pairing). However, only one device may be connected at a time.

• Accept the cookies, which will improve the app by collecting your usage preferences.

• Select your device

• When requested by the app, press and hold the Timer button (B3) on the i-Companion xl (for 4 seconds).

• The connection indicator (C1) will blink for a maximum of 30 seconds, while the i-Companion xl connects to your smartphone/tablet.

• Accept the pairing request displayed on your smartphone/tablet or access the notification centre to accept the pairing.

• When the connection indicator (C1) is constantly lit it indicates that the connection has been established.

• NB : When the pairing has been carried out, i-Companion xl will automatically recognise your smartphone/tablet when you next connect. You will not have to carry out this pairing step again.

The connection has been successful

Your i-Companion xl is now connected to your smartphone/tablet. The icon above shows you that the connection has been established.
The icon above shows you that the connection has not been established. Please repeat the following operations:

• Move close to i-Companion xl.

• Check that i-Companion xl is properly plugged into the socket and that the plug is working properly.

• Check that your smartphone/tablet is compatible (see compatibility list at www.tefal.com).

• Check that Bluetooth is activated on your smartphone/tablet.

• Start the pairing steps again, and consult the FAQs (frequently asked questions).
  If there is still a problem, make sure that your smartphone/tablet is compatible
  If you are using an Android device, make sure that it is one of the compatible models (see compatibility list at www.tefal.com).

• Access the app menu to see our range of recipes.

In connected mode, during a step-by-step recipe, the first reset ends the step, and the second reset ends the recipe.

FAQs: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Where should I put i-Companion xl?

  • Put i-Companion xl on a flat, stable, heat resistant work surface.
  • For the best connection between i-Companion xl and your smartphone/tablet, we recommend you make any changes required to ensure the connection is at a reasonable distance.
  • If the connection indicator (C1) is constantly lit, this shows that your devices are connected.
  • If the connection is lost (the connection symbol is shown crossed out), move closer to i-Companion xl to re-establish the connection.

• What happens if the connection is lost during a recipe?
  If the connection between i-Companion xl and your smartphone/tablet is lost during a recipe, the two devices will be automatically synchronised as soon as the connection is re-established. You will be able to carry on with your recipe from the step you were on when the connection was lost.

• Can I use i-Companion xl without the app?
  Your appliance may be used without the app. (See first use in unconnected mode).
  For this, please refer to the ‘use of the appliance’ paragraph.
  However, only the app will enable you to benefit from the many advantages of the connected product.

• Can i-Companion xl be used with more than one smartphone or tablet?
  If you wish, you can pair several devices with i-Companion xl. To do this, pair each device separately. (See pairing).
  However, only one device may be connected at a time.

• Must the Bluetooth on my phone by constantly activated?
  Bluetooth must be activated in order to synchronise the app with i-Companion xl.

USE IN UNCONNECTED MODE

USING THE CONTROL PANEL (B) Selecting an automatic program:

• Powering up your appliance
  Your appliance has an on/off switch marked 0/1. Switch it to 1. The LCD screen will display all the settings as ‘0’. (See Fig. 9). In unconnected mode, the i-Companion xl LCD screen is white.

• AUTOMATIC PROGRAM MODE

  1. Press the program you wish to use (B4). A bright dot will appear abOve the program you have selected. Each time you press again, the various sub- programs will be shown, one after the other.

  2. The pre-programed settings can be modified for the time of a recipe (depending on the chosen recipe, ingredients and quantities prepared). Press the cooking temperature selector
     (B2) or the time selector
     (B3): the chosen setting will flash on the screen (C6-C7).

  3. Adjust the setting(s) using the +/- selector (B6).

  4. When you have finished modifying all your settings, press the “start” button (B5)to start the program. When your appliance is using cooking mode, the red indicator light
     (B3) lights up to inform you that cooking has started.

  5. When the program has ended, the appliance sounds 3 beeps.

  6. At the end of the soups, P2 and P3 slow cook and steam cooking programs, the appliance will automatically switch to keep-warm mode for 45 minutes to keep your meal hot until itis ready to serve. On slow cook programs P2 and P3 and in manual mode, the appliance’s motor operates at a specific speed, to keep the food in good condition and prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the bowl. Tostop the keep-warm mode, just press the ‘stop button (B5). The keep-warm mode will stop automatically if you open the lid, press the triggers (D2) or remove the bowl. At the end of kneading in the pastry programs P1 and P2, the appliance changes to “dough nsing mode at 30°C for 40 minutes for your dough to prove. If you open the lid, press thelocks (D2) or remove the bowl, the appliance changes to pause mode and you have the possibility of restarting it by pressing “start” again. If you wish to stop this mode, press and hold the “stop” button for 2 seconds.

  7. Press the locks (D2) and then remove the bowl assembly (D) (See Fig. 12). In connected mode, after the automatic programhas started, you can stop the appliance at any time by pressing the ‘stop’ button. The automatic program is then in pause mode, you have the possibility of restarting by pressing the “start”button again. If you have chosen the wrong program and if you want to cancel it, press and hold the “stop” button for 2 seconds.

DISCOVER THE AUTOMATIC PROGRAMS AVAILABLE

Some recipes may cause unexpected overflow due to the formation of bubbles, particularly when using frozen vegetables. In this case, you should reduce the volumes accordingly.

USING THE INTERNAL STEAM BASKET Cooking times are for information purposes only; in most cases the food will be properly cooked.
However, certain conditions may affect the cooking time:

• size of the vegetables (cut or uncut)
• quantity of ingredients in the basket
• type of vegetables, their ripeness
• quantity of water in the bowl, which corre- sponds to the measurement (0.7l).
  Remember to use the steam cap with “maxi” (a) facing towards you.
  If the food is not properly cooked, you can set an additional cooking time.

Steam cooking time (for fresh ingredients)

Steam cooking time (for fresh ingredients)

Ingredients| Quantities (max)| Estimated cooking times| Recommended steam program
Courgettes (sliced)| 800 g| 20 min| P1
Parsnips (sliced or cubed)| 800 g| 25 min| P1
White part of the leek| 800 g| 25 min| P1
Broccoli (florets)| 500 g| 20 min| P1
Fish (thick fillets or steaks)| 600 g

(with baking parchment)

| 15 min| P1
Potatoes (small whole new)| 1 kg| 30 min| P2
Carrots (sliced)| 1 kg| 30 min| P2
Green beans| 800 g| 30 min| P2
White meat (chicken breast fillets)| 600 g

(with baking parchment)

| 20 min| P2

Some recipes may cause the water to overflow due to the formation of bubbles, particularly when using frozen vegetables. In this case, you need to reduce the volumes accordingly.

1. Press directly on the button for the setting you want to adjust, i.e. the speed selector (B1) or the cooking temperature selector (B2) or the time selector (B3), the chosen parameter flashes on the screen (C5-C6-C7).

2. Then adjust the setting(s) using the +/- selector (B6). For safety reasons, it is not possible to set a temperature without setting a cooking time.

3. When you have finished entering all your settings, press the “start” button (B5). When your appliance is using cooking mode, the red indicator light, lights up to inform you that cooking has started. When the program has started, you have the possibility of stopping the appliance at any time by pressing the “stop” button (B5).
   The program is then in pause mode and you have the possibility of restarting by pressing “start” again. If you have chosen the wrong program and if you want to cancel it, press and hold the “stop” button for 2 seconds.

4. When the program has ended, the appliance sounds 3 beeps.

5. Press the locks (D2) and then remove the bowl assembly (D) (See Fig. 12).

COOKING WITHOUT THE LID
You can brown foods in your bowl without the lid while stirring and monitoring the cooking. (See Fig. 16).
For this method of cooking you must select a temperature ranging from 135°C to 150°C. Set the operating time (up to 20 min).
The COOKING WITHOUT A LID mode is not suitable for making jams and milk- based preparations (risk of overflowing).

CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

• The appliance should not be immersed. Never put the motor unit (A) under running water. Once you have finished using it, disconnect the appliance.
• Clean the bowl immediately after use to avoid staining.
• Press the locks (D2) then lift the bowl assembly (D).
• Place the bowl on a flat surface.
• Unlock the lid by rotating one quarter of a turn clockwise. Carefully remove the lid.
• Take care with the knives of the ultrablade knife (F1) and the kneading / grinding knife (F4) when you are cleaning them and when you empty the bowl, they are extremely sharp.
• When the parts have cooled down:
• dismantle the common spindle (D3), the seal  (D4) and the locking ring (D5) (See Fig. 13).
  • clean the bowl (D), the common spindle (D3), the seal (D4), the locking ring (D5), the accessories (F1), (F2), (F3), (F4), (F5), the steam regulator cap (E1), the lid (E2), the seal (E3) ,and lid seal (E4) using a sponge and some soapy water.
• Rinse these different parts under running water.
• For baked-on food, let the bowl soak for several hours in water and dishwashing detergent and scrape, if necessary, with a spatula (G) or with the abrasive side of a sponge.
• If there is a build up of limescale in the bowl, use a damp sponge and, if necessary, white vinegar.
• To clean the motor unit (A), use a damp cloth. Dry carefully.
• To help you with cleaning, the bowl, lid assembly and accessories are dishwasher safe, with the exception of the common spindle (D3 and D4) and its locking ring (D5) (See Fig. 14).
• The accessories, the detachable common spindle and the parts of the lid may become slightly discoloured with certain ingredients such as curry, carrot juice, etc; this does not represent any danger for your health or for the operation of your appliance. To avoid this, clean these parts immediately after use.
• Before using your bowl set (D), make sure that the electrical contacts under the bowl are clean and dry.
• To preserve the appearance and service life of the lid of your appliance, hand wash it. Do not use the abrasive side of the sponge to avoid scratches.
• To not adversely affect the materials of the bowl (D), ensure that you follow your dishwas-her’s instructions for use, do not increase doses of salt or dishwasher products.

CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

• The appliance should not be immersed. Never put the motor unit (A) under running water. Once you have finished using it, disconnect the appliance.
• Clean the bowl immediately after use to avoid staining.
• Press the locks (D2) then lift the bowl assembly (D).
• Place the bowl on a flat surface.
• Unlock the lid by rotating one quarter of a turn clockwise. Carefully remove the lid.
• Take care with the knives of the ultrablade knife (F1) and the kneading / grinding knife (F4) when you are cleaning them and when you empty the bowl, they are extremely sharp.
• When the parts have cooled down:
  • dismantle the common spindle (D3), the seal
• (D4) and the locking ring (D5) (See Fig. 13).
  • clean the bowl (D), the common spindle (D3), the seal (D4), the locking ring (D5), the accessories (F1), (F2), (F3), (F4), (F5), the steam regulator cap (E1), the lid (E2), the seal (E3) ,and lid seal (E4) using a sponge and some soapy water.
• Rinse these different parts under running water.
• For baked-on food, let the bowl soak for several hours in water and dishwashing detergent and scrape, if necessary, with a spatula (G) or with the abrasive side of a sponge.
• If there is a build up of limescale in the bowl, use a damp sponge and, if necessary, white vinegar.
• To clean the motor unit (A), use a damp cloth. Dry carefully.
• To help you with cleaning, the bowl, lid assembly and accessories are dishwasher safe, with the exception of the common spindle (D3 and D4) and its locking ring (D5) (See Fig. 14).
• The accessories, the detachable common spindle and the parts of the lid may become slightly discoloured with certain ingredients such as curry, carrot juice, etc; this does not represent any danger for your health or for the operation of your appliance. To avoid this, clean these parts immediately after use.
• Before using your bowl set (D), make sure that the electrical contacts under the bowl are clean and dry.
• To preserve the appearance and service life of the lid of your appliance, hand wash it. Do not use the abrasive side of the sponge to avoid scratches.
• To not adversely affect the materials of the bowl (D), ensure that you follow your dishwas-her’s instructions for use, do not increase doses of salt or dishwasher products.

IMPORTANT – ‘MAKING YOUR APPLIANCE SECURE’ INSTRUCTIONS ( ‘SECU’ )

• Your appliance is equipped, as standard, with electronic motor protection to gua-rantee its longevity. This electronic security safe-guards against incorrect use; in this way, the motor is properly protected.
• In cases of extreme use which disregard the recommendations in the instructions (see para-graph ‘FIRST USE’: potentially excessively large quantities and/or abnormally
• long use and/or preparing different recipes at short intervals), the electronic protection will be triggered to pre-serve the motor; in this case, the appliance will stop functioning and the message ‘SECU’ will be displayed on the LCD screen of the control panel to indicate that the appliance is temporarily out of service.
• If ‘SECU’ is displayed on the control panel and your appliance stops working, proceed accor-dingly:
• Leave your appliance plugged in, do not press the ‘0/1’ switch (H).
• Please refer to the recommendations in the instructions and readapt your use of the ap-pliance (see paragraph ‘FIRST USE’: amount of ingredients/recipe preparation time/tempera-ture/type of accessories).
• Allow the motor to cool down for half an hour.
• Restart the appliance by clicking on the ‘Start /Stop/Reset’ button for two seconds (B5).
• Your appliance is now ready to be used again. For further information, customer service de-partment is at your disposal (see details in the guarantee booklet).

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR APPLIANCE DOES NOT WORK

Problems when steam cooking.

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The steam regulator cap is not properly attached.

| Set the steam cap to ‘high steam’ (turn towards you); this setting allows a maximum amount of steam to build up in the bowl for all types of steam cooking (soups, etc.), so there will be more steam in the bowl and the cooking process will be more efficient.

The ‘low steam’ position allows a maximum amount of heat and steam to be dispersed into the bowl for all steam cooking (soups, etc.). This position also helps to avoid splashing during cooking.

The ‘high steam’ position allows a maximum amount of condensation to escape and results in dishes or sauces with a better consistency (risotto, cream desserts, sauces, etc.).

Insufficient cooking time

| Cooking times are for information purposes only; in most cases it ensures that the food is properly cooked.

However, certain conditions may affect the cooking time:

– size of the vegetables (cut or uncut)

– quantity of ingredients in the basket

– type of vegetables, their ripeness

– quantity of water in the bowl, which corresponds to the measurement (0.7l).

If the food is not properly cooked, you can set an additional cooking time.

You can also use the manual mode by selecting a temperature of 130°C and the cooking

time according to the quantity and type of ingredients.

The appliance does not work.

|

It is not plugged in.

| Plug the appliance into an electrical socket.
The switch (H) is in position 0.| Move the switch to position 1.

The bowl or the lid are not correctly positioned or locked.

| Check that the bowl or the lid are correc- tly positioned and locked according to the diagrams in the instruction manual.

Excessive vibration.

| The appliance is not positioned on a flat surface, the appliance is not stable.|

Place the appliance on a flat surface.

Volume of ingredients too high.

| Reduce the quantity of ingredients pro- cessed.

Accessory error.

| Check that you are using the recom- mended accessory.
PROBLEMS| CAUSES| SOLUTIONS
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Leak through lid.

|

Volume of ingredients too high.

| Reduce the quantity of ingredients processed.
The lid is incorrectly positioned or locked.| Lock the lid correctly on the bowl.

The lid seal is not present.

|

Position the seal on the lid.

The seal is cut or damaged.| Change the seal, contact an approved service centre.

Accessory error.

| Check that you are using the recom- mended accessory.

Leak through the bowl spindle.

| The bowl seal is not correctly positioned.| Position the seal correctly.
The bowl seal is damaged.| Contact an approved service centre.
The locking ring (D5) is not locked correctly.| Lock the ring correctly (D5).
The blades do not rotate easily.| Pieces of food that are too big or too hard are blocking it from rotating.| Reduce the size or quantity of the ingredients processed. Add some liquid.

Smell from motor.

| On using the appliance for the first time, or in the event of overload of the motor caused by too large a quantity of ingredients or by pieces that are too hard or too big.|

Allow the motor to cool down (about 30 minutes) and reduce the number of ingredients in the bowl.

“STOP” is displayed.

| The appliance has detected too many vibrations and has changed to the safety mode.| Check that you are using the right speed and that you are using the recommended accessory.

“SECU” is displayed.

| Motor overload caused by too many in- gredients or pieces which are too hard or too large or overuse without sufficient cooling down time.|

Allow the motor to cool down (about 30 minutes) and reduce the number of ingredients in the bowl.

“SECU” is displayed + red indicator light is flashing.|

Overheating of temperature sensors.

|

Contact an approved service centre.

“Err1” is displayed.

+ red indicator light is flashing.

|

The heating element is not working.

| Check that the power pins under the bowl are not clogged with food. If this is the case, clean them and try again.

If that still does not work, contact an

approved service centre.

“Err2” is displayed.| Electronic fault.| Contact an approved service centre.
“Err3” is displayed.| Speed fault.| Contact an approved service centre.

“Err4” is displayed.

| Communication fault with chopper electronic card.|

Contact an approved service centre.

Displays «Err8»| Default security sensor lock.| Contact an approved service centre.
“ntc1” is displayed.

+ red indicator light is flashing.

|

Temperature sensor 1 is no longer working.

|

Contact an approved service centre.

“ntc2” is displayed.

+ red indicator light is flashing.

|

Temperature sensor 2 is no longer working.

|

Contact an approved service centre.

Safety indicator display

(C4)

| | locked on the bowl. If the problem per-

sists, contact an authorised centre.

|
| The lid is locked on the bowl in the “cooking without a lid” mode| Unlock the lid prior to launching the cooking program. If the problem persists, contact an authorised centre.

The safety lock on the

|

The appliance was turned off as a recipe

| Simply toggle the I/O switch to the “I” position to reset the food processor, along with the safety lock on the lid; the rod will automatically return to its origi- nal position. You may now lock the lid.
lid remained active (rod| was in progress by toggling the I/O
extended) and prevents| switch to the “O” position or was simply
the lid from locking.| unplugged as a recipe was in progress.
Connection problem| | See the app guide

RECYCLING

• Elimination of packaging and appliance materials.
  The packaging exclusively contains materials that are not dangerous to the environment, which can be disposed of in accordance with the recycling regulations in force.
  To dispose of your appliance, ask the appropriate department of your local authority.

• End-of-life electronic or electrical appliances:
  Environmental protection first!

• Your appliance contains numerous materials that can be recovered or recycled.

• Take it to a collection point for processing.

  • The Bluetooth® brand and logos are registered brands of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and their use by the SEB Group has been officially authorised.
  • Google Play and Android are Google Inc. brands.
  • Apple and the Apple logo are Apple Inc. brands, registered in the USA and other countries. App Store is an Apple Inc. service mark.

GLOSSARY
Pairing: grouping or associating two devices.
This is carried out when your smartphone or tablet first connects with i-Companion xl.
Synchronizing: updating of information. The app and i-Companion xl synchronise with each other to exchange information when they are connected.
Connecting: establishing a link between the app (smartphone/tablet) and the appliance (i-Companion xl). Connecting is vital for synchronisation.
Cookies: usage information sent to Tefal to improve the app.

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