BOSCH MMB66 VitaPower Blender Instruction Manual

: August 5, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH MMB66 VitaPower Blender
Basic operation
Cleaning and servicing
Troubleshooting
References
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BOSCH MMB66 VitaPower Blender

Safety
Observe the following safety instructions.

General information

Read this instruction manual carefully.
Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner.
Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit.

Intended use
Only use this appliance:

with genuine parts.
for blending and puréeing.
for pureeing and heating ingredients for soups.
for making pancake batter, sorbets, spreads, sauces and ice cream.
for crushing ice cubes.
under supervision.
for normal processing quantities and for normal processing times for domestic use.
in private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic environment at room temperature.
up to an altitude of max. 2000 m above sea level. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when:
not using the appliance.
the appliance is unattended.
assembling the appliance.
taking the appliance apart.
cleaning the appliance.
approaching rotating parts.
confronted with a fault.

Restriction on user group
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and/or 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. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children. The appliance must not be used by children. Keep children away from the appliance and power cable.

Safety instructions
WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock!
If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous.

Never operate a damaged appliance.
Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface.
Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains.
If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box.
Call customer services. → Page 40 Incorrect installation is dangerous.
Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. Improper repairs are dangerous.
Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk. An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock.
Never immerse the appliance or the power cord in water or clean in the dishwasher.
Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces.
Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity.
Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the appliance. If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous.
Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appliance parts or heat sources.
Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges.
Never kink, crush or modify the power cord.

WARNING ‒ Risk of fire!
Intense heat may cause the appliance and other parts to catch fire. Never place the appliance on or near hot surfaces.

WARNING ‒ Risk of scalding!
Hot food may splash out during processing and steam can escape from the lid.

Add a maximum of 1800 ml of hot or frothing food.
Be careful when processing hot food.
Do not lean over the appliance.
Do not process food that is hotter than 50 °C in the To-Go blender jug.
Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the blender as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
Do not process food that is hotter than 70 °C in the blender jug.

WARNING ‒ Risk of injury!
Operating the appliance with damaged parts may result in injury.

Parts which show cracks or other damage or do not fit correctly must be replaced with genuine spare parts. Improper use may cause injuries.
Only use the appliance once it is fully assembled.

WARNING ‒ Risk of cutting!
The blender knife has sharp blades.

When cleaning and emptying the blender jug, watch out for the sharp blades.
Never touch the edges of the blades with bare hands.

WARNING ‒ Risk of suffocation!
Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap themselves up in it and suffocate.

Keep packaging material away from children.
Do not let children play with packaging material. Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them to suffocate.
Keep small parts away from children.
Do not let children play with small parts.

WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health!
Soiling on surfaces may be harmful to health.

Follow the cleaning instructions.
Clean surfaces which come in contact with food before each use.

Avoiding material damage

ATTENTION!
Improper use may cause material damage.

Do not operate the appliance at no-load.
Do not exceed maximum processing quantities.
Never use the blender jug in the microwave or oven.
Before use, check the blender jug for foreign objects and remove.
Do not insert any objects in the blender jug except the pusher, e.g. knife or spoon.
Never expose the blender jug to temperatures above 80 °C.

Environmental protection and saving energy
Environmental protection and saving energy

Disposing of packaging
The packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be recycled.

Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separately.
Unpacking and checking4 Unpacking and checking
Unpacking and checkingFind out here what you need to note when unpacking the appliance.

Unpacking the appliance and parts

Take the appliance out of the packaging.
Take all other parts and the accompanying documents out of the packaging and place them to hand.
Remove any packaging material.
Remove any stickers or film.

Scope of delivery
After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit and completeness of the delivery. → Fig. 1

A. Main unit
B. Blender jug
C. Lid and measuring cup
D. Pusher
E. To-Go blender jug with blade insert1
F. Lid with seal and closable mouthpiece1
G. User manual
I. Depending on the appliance specifications

Setting up the appliance

Place the appliance on a stable, level, clean and flat work surface.
Adjust the power cable to the required length.
- To shorten the cord, push it into the cord storage compartment.
- To lengthen the cord again, pull it out of the cord storage compartment.
Do not insert the mains plug.

Familiarising yourself with your appliance
Familiarising yourself with your appliance

Appliance
You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. → Fig. 2

Main unit
Rotary switch
Blender jug
Scale
Lid with filling opening
Measuring cup
Pusher
Lid with closable mouthpiece1
Seal1
To-Go blender jug1
To-Go blade insert1
Power cord storage compartment
Depending on the appliance specifications
Note : If an accessory is not included in the scope of supply, it can be ordered from customer service.

Symbols
You can find an overview of the symbols used on your appliance here.

Control panel
The control panel allows you to use certain functions of your appliance. Only the programs that are suitable for the accessory light up in the control panel.
Note : If the touch display is wet or soiled, this can restrict functioning. → Fig. 3

Programme buttons.

Standby
If the rotary switch is set to and you do not operate the appliance, your appliance will enter standby after 10 minutes. The control panel is not illuminated on standby. Operating the appliance will end standby, e.g. touch the control panel, turn the rotary switch or open/close the lid.

Safety systems
You can find an overview of your appliance’s safety systems here.

Start lock-out
Start lock-out prevents your appliance from being switched on accidentally. You can switch on and operate the appliance once the blender jug has been correctly positioned.

Overload protection
The overload protection system prevents the motor and other components from being damaged through being overloaded.

Basic operation

Preparing the blender jug and appliance

Prepare the food, e.g. cut up large items of food into pieces.
Set the rotary switch to ⁠.
Place the blender jug on the main unit and rotate clockwise until it engages. → Fig. 4
Add the food to the blender jug. → Fig. 5 Never fill the blender jug above the 2000 ml mark.
Insert the measuring cup in the lid and place the lid on the blender jug. → Fig. 6 The and markings must match up.
Turn the lid in the direction until it clicks into place. → Fig. 7 The lid must be completely closed.
Insert mains plug.

Using the manual speed setting
Requirement: Blender jug and appliance are prepared. → “Preparing the blender jug and appliance”, Page 32

Set the rotary switch to ⁠. → Fig. 8
- The control panel lights up and the appliance is ready for operation.
Set the rotary switch to the recommended speed. → Fig. 9
Process the ingredients until you achieve the required result.
Tip : In order to prevent unwanted heating of food, process the ingredients for a shorter time or at a lower speed.
To end operation, set the rotary switch to ⁠. → Fig. 10

Using pulse function
Requirement: Blender jug and appliance are prepared. → “Preparing the blender jug and appliance”, Page 32

Set the rotary switch to and hold it there. → Fig. 11
- The ingredients are processed at maximum speed.
Release the rotary switch.
- The rotary switch jumps to ⁠.
- Processing stops.
- Using programmes
  Requirement : Blender jug and appliance are prepared.
  → “Preparing the blender jug and appliance”, Page 32
Set the rotary switch to ⁠. → Fig. 8
- The control panel lights up and the appliance is ready for operation.
Press the required programme button. → Fig. 12
Wait until the appliance stops.
To end operation, set the rotary switch to ⁠. → Fig. 10
Tip : To pause the program, press the program button. To continue processing, press the program button again. To stop the program prematurely, either press the selected program button for 3 seconds or set the rotary switch to ⁠.

Using the pusher

Remove the measuring cup and insert the pusher into the filling opening. → Fig. 13
Push the food down. → Fig. 13

Adding more ingredients

During processing, remove the measuring cup and add the ingredients through the opening in the lid. → Fig. 14
To add greater quantities of ingredients, open the lid during processing. a The appliance pauses.
Add the ingredients. → Fig. 15
Close the lid and continue processing. At manual speed setting, the appliance automatically continues processing. To continue processing when using a program, press the program button.

Emptying the blender jug
Requirement: The appliance has stopped.

Turn the blender jug anticlockwise and remove it from the main unit. → Fig. 16
To pour out the processed food, remove the lid. → Fig. 17

Processing food using the To-Go blender jug

Prepare the food. For example, cut large items of food into pieces.
Add the food to the To-Go blender jug. → Fig. 18 Observe the minimum and maximum processing quantities.
Place the To-Go blade insert on the To-Go blender jug. → Fig. 19
Screw the To-Go blade insert and the To-Go blender jug in tightly. → Fig. 20
- The and markings must match up.
- You can only connect the To-Go blade insert to the main unit when the To-Go blender jug is screwed on fully.
Set the rotary switch to ⁠.
Turn the To-Go blender jug upside down. → Fig. 21
Place the To-Go blade insert on the main unit and rotate it in a clockwise direction until it locks into place. → Fig. 21
Insert mains plug.
Set the rotary switch to the recommended speed or use a program. → Fig. 22 → Fig. 23
Process the ingredients until you achieve the required result.
To end operation, set the rotary switch to ⁠. → Fig. 24

Placing the lid on the To- Go blender jug
Requirement : The appliance has stopped.

Turn the To-Go blender jug anticlockwise and remove it from the main unit. → Fig. 25
Turn the To-Go blender jug and unscrew the To-Go blade insert. → Fig. 25
Insert the seal for the lid. → Fig. 26
Close the mouthpiece on the lid. → Fig. 26
Screw the lid and the To-Go blender jug in tightly. → Fig. 26

Cleaning and servicing

Cleaning and servicingTo keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.

Cleaning products
Find out here which cleaning products are suitable for your appliance.

ATTENTION!
Using unsuitable cleaning agents or incorrect cleaning may damage the appliance.

Do not use cleaning agents containing alcohol or spirits.
Do not use sharp, pointed or metal objects.
Do not use abrasive cloths or cleaning agents.

Overview of cleaning
Clean all parts immediately after use so that residues do not dry on.

ATTENTION!
Some parts may be damaged if they are put in a dishwasher.

Only put dishwasher-safe parts in the dishwasher.
Only use programmes that do not heat the water above 60 °C.
Do not wedge plastic parts in the dishwasher.
Clean the individual parts as indicated in the table. → Fig. 27

Using cleaning programme
You can use the cleaning programme to preclean the blender jug and the blade insert.

Follow the cleaning instructions in the table. → Fig. 28
Dispose of the cleaning fluid.
- The most stubborn food residues are removed.
Clean the parts.

Preparing for cleaning
Separate the assembled parts before cleaning.
ATTENTION! Improper handling may damage the blades or the surface.

Never set the blade insert down with the blade facing downwards. → Fig. 29 – 29

Application examples

Always observe the maximum quantities and processing times in the tables. When processing the maximum quantity, use the maximum recommended time.
→ Fig. 30
→ Fig. 31
→ Fig. 32

Note: Restrictions on processing in the blender:

It is only possible to mix spreads, such as peanut butter, coconut butter or nut spreads, with the pusher.
Mayonnaise can only be made with 2 whole eggs.
Use enough liquid when mixing solid food.
Mix powdered food with sufficient liquid before blending, or dissolve it entirely in liquid. Examples of powdered food include icing sugar, cocoa powder, roasted soybeans, flour, protein powder.

Retrieve more recipes
To retrieve more recipes online, scan the following QR code.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshooting information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unnecessary costs.

WARNING
Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous.

Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.

Transportation, storage and disposal
Transportation, storage and disposal

Disposing of old appliance
Valuable raw materials can be reused by recycling.

Unplug the appliance from the mains.
Cut through the power cord.
Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner. Information about current disposal methods are available from your specialist dealer or local authority. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

Customer Service
Customer ServiceFunction-relevant genuine spare parts according to the corresponding Ecodesign Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at least 7 years from the date on which your appliance was placed on the market within the European Economic Area.

Note : Under the terms of the manufacturer’s warranty the use of Customer Service is free of charge. Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is available from our aftersales service, your retailer or on our website.

If you contact Customer Service, you will require the product number (ENr.) and the production number (FD) of your appliance. The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website.

Product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD)
You can find the product number (ENr.) and the production number (FD) on the appliance’s rating plate. Make a note of your appliance’s details and the Customer Service telephone number to find them again quickly.