HEMA Y-956-1 500W Blender Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Hema
Table of Contents
HEMA Y-956-1 500W Blender
TECHNICAL DATA
- Operating voltage: 220-240V ~ 50-60Hz
- Power: 500W
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before use make sure to read all of the below instructions in order to avoid
injury or damage, and to get the best results from the appliance. Make sure to
keep this manual in a safe place. If you give or transfer this appliance to
someone else make sure to also include this manual.
In case of damage caused by user failing to follow the instructions in this
manual the warranty will be void. The manufacturer/importer accepts no
liability for damages caused by failure to follow the manual, a negligent use
or use not in accordance with the requirements of this manual.
- Warning: Potential risk of injuries from misuse.
- Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
- This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
- Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Switch off the appliance and disconnect from supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
- Care shall be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the bowl and during cleaning.
- Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the appliance as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
- Before inserting the plug into the mains socket, please check that the voltage and frequency comply with the specifications on the rating label.
- If an extension cord is used it must be suited to the power consumption of the appliance, otherwise overheating of the extension cord and/or plug may occur. There is a potential risk of injuries from tripping over the extension cord. Be careful to avoid dangerous situations.
- Disconnect the mains plug from the socket when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
- Ensure that the mains cable is not hung over sharp edges and keep it away from hot objects and open flames.
- Do not immerse the appliance or the mains plug in water or other liquids. There is danger to life due to electric shock!
- To remove the plug from the plug socket, pull the plug. Do not pull the power cord.
- Do not touch the appliance if it falls into water. Remove the plug from its socket, turn off the appliance and send it to an authorized service center for repair.
- Do not plug or unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
- Never attempt to open the housing of the appliance, or to repair the appliance yourself. This could cause electric shock.
- Never leave the appliance unattended during use.
- This appliance is not designed for commercial use.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
- Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.
- The use of accessory attachment not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
- Do not allow children to use the blender without supervision.
- Regarding the instructions for cleaning the surfaces which come in contact with food, speed settings and operating times, please refer to the below paragraph of the manual.
FEATURES
- Measuring cap
- Lid
- Jug
- Jug handle
- Blade assembly
- Motor base
- Control knob
- Base foot
- Power cord and plug
Control knob setting
- P = Pulse
- 0 = Off
- 1 = Low speed
- 2 = High speed
HOW TO USE
Caution: Make sure the motor base is unplugged from the power source and the control knob is set at the position 0.
- Place the jug onto the motor base. Rotate the jug clockwise to have it locked on the motor base. The jug must be placed as shown on the above picture. The blender will not work if the jug isn’t locked into the motor base properly.
- Put the liquid and diced food into the jug (no more than 1.5 L). Never fill the jug with ingredients that exceed 70°C.
- Put the lid onto the jug. Turn the lid clockwise and make sure it is firmly locked onto the jug, otherwise the blender will not work.
- Insert the measuring cap into the middle of the lid.
- Put the plug into the power outlet. Switch on the appliance by rotating the control knob to choose the speed 1, 2 or pulse function.
- After use, rotate the control knob to the position 0 and remove the plug from the outlet.
Note:
- For quick or delicate blending tasks, turn the control knob to the position P and hold it for a few seconds. Operate several times until the consistence you want is obtained.
- For each use, the consecutive operation time should not exceed 3 minutes. At least 10 minutes of rest time are required between two continuous cycles. Let the appliance cool to room temperature before performing the next operation cycle.
- Never blend large pieces of solid food, frozen food and bones in the appliance as it may cause damage.
Recipe (for reference)
Banana shake:
- 2 bananas
- Approx. 2 tbsp. sugar (depending on the ripeness of the bananas and personal taste)
- ½ l milk
- 1 dash of lemon juice
Peel the bananas and liquidize them at level 2. Gradually add the milk, then the sugar and the lemon juice. Keep mixing everything until you have a smooth and uniform liquid. Serve the shake chilled.
Vanilla shake
- ¼ l milk
- 250 g vanilla ice cream
- 1½ tsp. sugar
Place the ingredients into the mixer. Mix everything at level 2 until the liquid has a smooth consistency.
Cappuccino shake
- 65 ml cold expresso (or a very strong coffee)
- 65 ml milk
- 15 g sugar
- 65 g vanilla ice cream
Add the expresso, milk and sugar. Mix everything together at level 2 until the sugar has dissolved. Finally, add the vanilla ice cream and then briefly mix everything together at level 1.
Tropical mix
- 125 ml pineapple juice
- 60 ml papaya juice
- 50 ml orange juice
- ½ small tin of peaches with juice
Place all ingredients into the mixer and blend them together at level 2.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Caution:
Handle the blade assembly with care as the blades are sharp! Never use any
water or liquid more than 70°C to clean any detachable parts.
- Fill the jug half-full with water (< 70°C) and a little cleaning agent. Turn the control knob to position P for a few seconds.
- Remove the mains plug from the power outlet.
- Take off the jug from the motor base. Rinse the jug and dry it thoroughly.
- The jug base with the blade assembly can be rotated off from the jug for cleaning.
- Do not immerse the motor base in water or any other liquid. Use a humid cloth to clean the motor base and dry it thoroughly.
- Disassemble the other parts after each use and wash them in water (< 70°C). Dry them thoroughly before assembling back.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning materials.
CAUTION
- Never use boiling liquids.
- Never run the blender empty or with solids only.
- To reduce the risk of injury, never operate the appliance without the lid and measuring cap in place.
- Do not remove the jug from the motor base while the appliance is in operation.
- Do not use the appliance if blade assembly is bent or damaged.
RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).
This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive
2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the
environment.
For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities.
Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are
potentially dangerous for the environment and human heath due to the presence
of hazardous substances.
QUALITY
Safety and quality is very important to HEMA. We have our own laboratory,
which assesses all equipment in terms of electrical safety and ease of use,
before it is included in our range. HEMA also monitors the product quality in
collaboration with the manufacturer.
SECURITY
This HEMA item may be fitted with a plastic anti-theft strip. You will find
the strip on the bottom of the product. This strip does not influence the
quality or the operation of the product and can be removed without a problem.
FAULTS AND REPAIRS
If this device needs to be repaired, you can hand it in at a HEMA branch after
packing the product securely. Do not try to repair this product yourself. For
repairs that fall within the warranty period, you will need to show a proof of
purchase and the warranty document. Regularly check the power cord for damage.
If there is any damage to the cord set, please return the item to a HEMA
branch for repair. Do not try to replace it yourself.
For safety reasons we recommend that you do not carry out any repairs to an
electrical device yourself.
WARRANTY
The warranty period is 2 years from the date of purchase. Always keep your
receipt in a safe place. It’s handy if you take a picture of the receipt and
save it somewhere. Then you will always have an easy-to-read receipt in your
possession.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
HEMA quality guarantee
HEMA guarantees that the product you have purchased meets the standards our
customers are entitled to expect in terms of quality and product properties.
These warranty conditions do not affect your statutory or consumer rights and
apply in all countries where there are HEMA branches.
Warranty claims
If you wish to make a warranty claim, please return the product with proof of
purchase to one of our stores. The store will determine whether to replace the
product (with an identical or equivalent product), accept the product for
repair within a reasonable period of time or refund the price of the product.
Invalidation of warranty
The warranty on this article is invalidated if the fault or defect is caused
by:
- a) normal wear and tear
- b) external damage (for example, damage caused by exposure to sand or moisture or due to falling of the product, etc.)
- c) improper or inappropriate use
- d) overdue or incorrect maintenance, including repairs that were not authorised by HEMA
The above list does not exclude other possible reasons for defects not being covered by the warranty.
Added confidence when choosing a HEMA product
You may swap or return the product within 30 days after purchase (provided it
is undamaged and you have proof of purchase).
HEMA BV
PO Box 37110
1030 AC Amsterdam
The Netherlands
These warranty conditions apply without prejudice to the customer’s statutory
rights or any other claims by the customer.
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