OBH NORDICA High Speed Blender PERFECTMIX plus User Guide

OBH NORDICA High Speed Blender PERFECTMIX plus

Instruction manual

Safety instructions

• Before using your appliance for the first time, carefully read these instructions for use and retain them for future reference: the manufacturer shall not accept liability in the event of any use that does not comply with the instructions.

• Make sure that the voltage that your appliance uses matches that of your electrical supply system.
  Any error in connection will negate the guarantee.

• This product has been designed for indoor and domestic use only, and at an altitude below 2000m. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure
  to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

• Always disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply when it is unattended and before assembling, dismantling or cleaning it.

• Remember: you may injure yourself if you use the appliance incorrectly.

• Do not use the appliance if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged. In this case, contact an authorized service center (see the list in the service booklet).

• All maintenance other than cleaning and everyday upkeep by the customer must be performed by an authorized service center.

• Do not use this appliance to blend or mix non-food items.

• Never use the blender jug without ingredients or with solid ingredients only.

• Always pour the liquid ingredients into the blender jug first, before adding the solid ingredients.

• Do not use the mixing bowl or accessories (according to model) as containers for preservation, freezing, cooking or sterilization.

• In order to prevent overflow, do not fill the bowl or jug over the maximum level (if indicated).

• Do not touch any moving parts (blades, etc.).

• Blades are very sharp: to prevent injuries, handle them with care when emptying the blender jug, the bowls (according to model), cleaning, assembling and dismantling the blender jug (according to model) and the accessories (according to model).

• Never place your fingers or any other object not intended for this function in the blender jug when the appliance is running.

• Never remove the lid or the blender jug before the appliance has come to a complete stop.

• Always use the blender jug with the lid.

• Place the appliance on a stable, heat-resistant, clean and dry worktop.

• Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in any liquid.

• Do not leave the power cord hanging within reach of children.

• Do not leave the power cord close to or in contact with the hot parts of the appliance, near a source of heat or a sharp angle or inside the blender jug in contact with the blades.

• Keep moving parts (blades) away from the cord during use.

• Never pull the power cord to disconnect the appliance.

• Do not allow long hair, scarves, ties etc. to hang over the appliance or attachment when either is in use.

• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug have been damaged. To avoid all danger, have them replaced by an authorized service center (see the list in the service booklet).

• For your safety, only use spare parts and accessories that are approved for your appliance.

• Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the blender as it can be ejected out of the appliance as it produces a lot steam.

• Do not pour boiling liquids (over 80°C/176°F) in the bowl or jug (according to model).

• 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.

• Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision.

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only.

• It is not intended to be used in the following environments, in which the guarantee shall not apply:

  • Kitchen work areas in shops, offices and other working environments.
  • In kitchen areas reserved for staff in shops, offices and other professional environments.
  • Farmhouses
  • By clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments.
  • Bed and breakfast type environments.

• Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the electrical power supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.

• Refer to the instructions to obtain the appropriate operating time and speed settings for each accessory.

• Refer to the instructions for correct fitting and assembly of your accessories.

• Refer to the instructions for initial and regular cleaning of surfaces in contact with foodstuff, and for cleaning and maintenance of your appliance.

EUROPEAN MARKETS ONLY

• This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or whose experience or knowledge is not sufficient, provided they are supervised or have received instruction to use the appliance safely and understand the dangers.

Environment protection first !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

Safety instructions

CAUTION: the safety precautions are part of the appliance. Read them carefully before using your new appliance for the first time. Keep them in a place where you can find and refer to them later on.

Description

1. Motor unit

2. “Smoothie” button

3. “Ice crush” button

4. “Auto clean” button

5. Control knob

6. O Blender jug assembly F1/ O1 Blade unit
   F2/ O2 Locking ring
   F3/ O3 Seal
   F4/ O4 Graduated blender jug
   F5/ O5 Lid F6/ O6 Lid cap

7. Min speed

8. Max speed

9. Pulse button

10. Spatula* (accessory depending on model)

11. Herb chopper* (accessory depending on model)

12. Seal

13. Herb chopper blade unit

14. Spice grinder* (accessory depending on model)
    L1 Seal
    L2 Spice grinder blade unit

15. Herb chopper and Spice grinder bowl* (accessory depending on model)

Before first use

• Clean all the parts (F, J, K, L, M, O) with warm water and washing up liquid except for the motor unit (A) which must never be immersed in water or placed under running water (see section Cleaning).
• CAUTION: The blades are extremely sharp; handle them with caution when using or cleaning the appliance.
• Handle the glass jar (F4) with caution when using and cleaning, do not drop.
• Make sure all the packaging has been removed before operating the appliance.
• Important note: Turn the control knob (E) to before placing the blender jug (F/O) on the motor unit (A).
• Make sure the evacuation hole on the motor block (A) is not blocked by food or other things when using.
• The appliance will start only if the blender jug is locked correctly on the motor unit.
• Do not operate the appliance if the lid is not in place.

Assembling and fitting the jug

• Moisten the seal (F3, O3) (even if already fitted on the blade unit (F1, O1)). Be careful to correctly fit the seal (F3, O3) back onto the blade unit (F1, O1) the correct way up (Fig 17).
• Check the seal is in place on the blade unit.
• Place blade unit on the locking ring (Fig 1, Fig 7).
• Turn the jug upside down and place blade unit with locking ring on the base.
• Make sure the locking ring is locked correctly : the two arrows must be aligned (Fig 3, Fig 9).
• Add the ingredients to the assembled jug without exceeding the maximum level indicated:
• 1.5 L for thick mixtures
• 1.25 L for liquid preparations
  • Warning: Do not pour boiling liquids (over 80°C/176°F) into the jug.
  • Fit the lid (F5, O5) on the jug (Fig. 6, 12). To avoid any splashes during blending make sure that the curved tabs on the lid are aligned with the spout and handle (Fig. 5, Fig 11). Fit the measuring cap (F6, O6) in the hole on the lid (Fig. 8). Then position the bowl on the motor unit and

Using your blender

• Once the blender jug is locked correctly on the motor unit, plug in the appliance. The lights on the appliance flash twice and you hear a beep. Turn it on using the desired function.
• Speed selection: Turn the control knob (E) to choose the desired speed; the speed increases gradually between min and max. The intensity of the lights on the appliance increase gradually as the speed increases. You can change the speed as required during preparation.
• “Pulse” function: Turn the control knob (E) to the “Pulse” position. Using a succession of pulses gives finer control for precise preparations. In this position, the appliance starts directly on maximum speed. It stops as soon as you release the knob. The light remains on when the pulse function is in use.
• Function “Smoothie” : This function is used to prepare smoothies,  milkshakes and fruit cocktails. The speed is pre-programmed for best results. To use this function, press the “Smoothie” button (B). The light remains on during this cycle and switches off when the cycle is finished. The program stops automatically and beeps 4 times. You can stop it before the end by pressing the “Smoothie” button (B) again.
• Function Ice crush” : You can use this function to crush ice finely with pre-programmed operating cycles and speed. To use this function, press the “Ice crush” button (C). The light remains on during this cycle and switches off when the cycle is finished. You hear 4 beeps. The program stops automatically but you can stop it before the end by pressing the “Ice crush” button (C) again.
• Function “Auto clean”: This function is used to automatically clean your appliance. Press the “Auto clean” button (D). Do not exceed 1 litre of hot water (maximum temperature of 80°C / 176°F). At the end of the program, the appliance stops automatically, and you hear 4 beeps.
• WARNING: If the load becomes too high, your appliance will stop automatically for safety reasons (if the motor runs for more than 3 minutes or if you have used too much ingredients). To restart your appliance, turn the control knob to . The overall cooling time may vary and can be up to 30 minutes. Before restarting your appliance, adapt the quantity of ingredients or blending time to avoid any overload. You can then select the desired speed or function to complete your preparation.
• WARNING: Do not use the program functions smoothie, ice crush and auto clean with the herb chopper (K) and spice grinder (L).
• These programs can only be used with the blender jug (F). Do not perform ice crush with the herb chopper (K) and spice grinder (L).

USING THE HERB CHOPPER (K) AND SPICE GRINDER (L) (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• With the herb chopper (K) you can chop ingredients like onions, garlic or raw meat (pre-cut into small pieces) in a few seconds. Do not use the herb chopper for liquid preparations (fruit juices, etc.).
• With the spice grinder (L) you can grind spices in a few seconds: coriander seeds, peppercorns, etc.
• These accessories are equipped with a bowl (M) that prevents access to the blades during use.

1. Turn the bowl (M) upside down and add the ingredients.
2. Position the seal (K1 or L1) in its recess on the blade unit (K2 or L2)(Fig. 13). Position the blade unit on the bowl. Lock the accessory by rotating the blade unit until fully assembled (Fig. 14). Caution: leaks can occur if the accessory is not locked correctly.
3. Rotate the assembled accessory (K or L) and position it on the motor unit (Fig. 15).
4. Then turn the assembled accessory (K or L) through a quarter turn clockwise (Fig. 15).
5. Plug in the appliance and turn the Control knob (E) to the desired position or apply a few pulses. To stop the appliance, turn the control knob (E) to position zero.
6. Unlock the accessory by turning it through a quarter turn in the anticlockwise direction. Remove the assembled accessory (K+M or L+M) from the motor unit. Turn it over before opening to avoid any spillage of your preparation. Then you can unlock the blade unit (K1 or L1). The blades are very sharp: handle them with caution to avoid injury. You can then remove the preparation in the bowl.

Warning: Do not use the accessories for chopping or grinding liquid or grains too hard (ex: hard black beans, sugar …). You can pour liquid ingredients in the blender jug (F) only.

Advice

• Depending on the nature of the ingredients, you can use the blender jug to prepare up to

• 1.5 L for thick mixtures.

• 1.25 L for liquid preparations.
  Warning: Do not pour boiling liquids (over 80°C/176°F) in the jug.

  • You can prepare finely blended soups, cream soups, stewed fruit, light batter (pancakes, fritters, Yorkshire pudding batter, etc.), milkshakes, smoothies, cocktails, etc.
  • If ingredients stick to the sides of the jug when blending, stop the appliance. Remove the blender jug from the motor unit, and push the food down onto the blades using a spatula and put your blender jug back to continue your preparation.
  • Always pour the liquid ingredients into the blender jug first, before adding the solid ingredients, without exceeding the maximum level.
  • To add ingredients while blending, remove the lid cap (F6, O6) from the lid (F5, O5) and add the ingredients through the feeder hole.
  • For finely crushed ice, use a maximum of 6 small ice cubes (25x25x25 mm maximum) using “Ice crush” function. There is no need to add water.

Recipe
Cold carrot soup:
600g carrots + 900g water: Put the water in the blender jug and add the carrot pieces. Mix on max speed for 3 minutes.
Mixed figs (with herb chopper (K+M), depending on model) 100g figs: Cut the figs before placing them in herb chopper (K+M). Mix on max speed for 3 seconds.

Cleaning
Do not immerse the appliance in water. Never put the motor unit (A) under running water.

• Clean the jug immediately after use.
• Fill up the jug with 1 liter of hot water along with 2 or 3 drops of washing up liquid. Only use the recommended amount of water and washing up liquid. An excess of washing up liquid creates more foam and consequently can lead to overflowing.
• Use the automatic auto clean program to carry out a prewash of the jug.
• Once the program has stopped, unplug the appliance.
• Remove the blender jug (F4, O4)
• Place the jug on a flat surface.
• Unlock the lid and remove it with care. Pour out the water.
• Remove the Blade Unit + Locking Ring + Seal (F1 + F2 + F3 / O1 + O2 +O3) and clean them under running water. The blades are very sharp, handle them with caution to avoid injury (Fig. 10).
• After cleaning, remember to correctly fit the seal (F3, O3) back onto the blade unit (F1, O1) (Fig. 17). Please be careful to avoid any damage to the seal by touching the blades.
• Note: Incorrectly fitting the seal can result in ingredients leaking from the base of the blender jug.
• Rinse the inside of the jug and the lid under running water.
• Take care when cleaning the blades in the blender jug and when you empty the jug as they are sharp.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the motor unit (A). Dry it carefully.
• The detachable parts (lid, blade unit, locking ring,) can be cleaned with a sponge and hot soapy water.
• The jug (F4, O4), blade unit without titanium coating (F1), locking ring (F2, O2) can be cleaned in the dishwasher on the upper rack – use the ‘ECO’ or ‘LOW SALT’ program.
• Caution: The jug (F4, O4), blade unit without titanium coating (F1) and locking ring (F2, O2) must be disassembled and placed separately in the dishwasher. Please do not put the blades with titanium coating (O1) in the dishwasher.

What if you appliance does not work?

socket with the same voltage as that on the rating plate of the appliance.
The blender jug is not positioned correctly on the motor unit| Check that the blender jug is positioned properly on the

motor unit as explained in the instructions.

The appliance stopped while in use| Overload| Follow the instructions in section USING YOUR BLENDER.

The cooling time is variable and can last up to 30 minutes

Excessive vibrations| The product is not placed on a flat, stable surface| Place the appliance on
Volume of ingredients is too high a flat surface.| Reduce the quantity of ingredients processed.
Leak from the lid| Volume of ingredients is too high| Reduce the quantity of ingredients processed.
The lid is not correctly positioned| Place the lid correctly on the blender jug.
Leak at the bottom of the blender jug| The blender seal (F3 / O3) is not positioned correctly or is absent| Reposition the seal with the correct side uppermost (Fig. 1) and lock the assembled blade unit (F1+F2+F3 / O1 + O2 +O3) onto the blender jug correctly (Fig. 2, Fig. 3 & Fig. 4 / Fig. 9, Fig. 10 & Fig. 11)
The blade does not turn easily| Pieces of food are too large or too hard.
Liquid has been blended that was too hot and has distorted the seal| Replace the seal with a new one.
Reduce the size or quantity of ingredients processed. Add liquid.
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Your appliance still does not work?
Contact an approved service centre (see list in service booklet).

OBH Nordica LIMITED GUARANTEE
The Guarantee
OBH Nordica guarantees this product against any manufacturing defect in materials or workmanship during 2 years within Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland, starting from the initial date of purchase or delivery date.
This manufacturer’s commercial guarantee covers all costs related to restoring the proven defective product so that it conforms to its original specifications, through the repair or replacement of any defective part and the necessary labour. At OBH Nordicas choice, a replacement product may be provided instead of repairing a defective product. OBH Nordicas sole obligation and your exclusive resolution under this guarantee are limited to such repair or replacement.

Conditions & Exclusions
OBH Nordica shall not be obliged to repair or replace any product which is not accompanied by a valid proof of purchase. The defective product may be returned to the store of purchase.
This guarantee applies only for products purchased and used for domestic purposes and will not cover any damage which occurs as a result of misuse, negligence, failure to follow OBH Nordica instructions, or a modification
or unauthorised repair of the product, faulty packaging by the owner or mishandling by any carrier. It also does not cover normal wear and tear, maintenance or replacement of consumable parts, or the following:

• using the wrong type of water or consumable
• mechanical damages, overloading
• damages or poor results specifically due to wrong voltage or frequency as stamped on the product ID or specification
• ingress of water, dust or insects into the product
• scaling (any de-scaling must be carried out according to the instructions for use)
• damage as a result of lightning or power surges
• damage to any glass or porcelain ware in the product
• accidents including fire, flood, etc
• professional or commercial use

Consumer Statutory Rights
OBH Nordica’s commercial guarantee does not affect the Statutory Rights a consumer may have or those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the retailer from which the consumer purchased the product. This guarantee gives a consumer specific legal rights, and the consumer may also have other legal rights which vary from Country to Country. The consumer may assert any such rights at his sole discretion.
These instructions are also available on our website www.obhnordica.com.

TEFAL – OBH Nordica Group AB
Löfströms Allé 5
SE-172 66 Sundbyberg
Phone: +46 08-629 25 00
www.obhnordica.com

References

• OBH Nordica | Designing good life
• OBH Nordica | Produkter og inspiration for køkken, hjem og styling | OBH Nordica
• OBH Nordica | Tuotteita ja inspiraatio | OBH Nordica
• OBH Nordica | Produkter og inspirasjon for kjøkken, hjem og styling | OBH Nordica
• OBH Nordica | Produkter och inspiration för kök, hem och styling | OBH Nordica

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