MX-EP5171 - Blender PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Blender with Dry Mill
Brand	Panasonic
Model	MX-EP5171
Power Supply	220 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz
Power Consumption	Approx. 300 W
Blender Jug Capacity (Max)	1000 mL
Dry Mill Capacity (Max)	50 g
Blender Continuous Operation Time	3 minutes ON, then 1 minute OFF
Dry Mill Continuous Operation Time	1 minute ON, then 2 minutes OFF
Dimensions (W x D x H) Approx.	19.1 x 17.9 x 41.0 cm (Blender) 16.4 x 17.9 x 25.9 cm (Dry Mill)
Weight Approx.	1.8 kg (Blender) 1.5 kg (Dry Mill)
Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Main Functions	Blending fluids (juices, smoothies, soups), pureeing cooked ingredients, grinding dry ingredients (coffee, spices, nuts)
Speed Settings	Low (1), High (2), Pulse (P)
Safety Features	Safety Lock (prevents operation if jug/mill not properly attached), Overload Protection, Overheating Protection
Cleaning	Detachable parts washable (except motor housing which is wiped); not dishwasher safe
Additional Accessories	Dry Mill with separate gasket
Prohibited Ingredients	Meat, fish, large ice cubes (>30 mm), hard or sticky ingredients, low-water content foods
Country of Origin	China (Printed)
Intended Use	Household only

Frequently Asked Questions - MX-EP5171 PANASONIC

What is the maximum capacity of the blender jug?

The maximum working capacity is 1000 mL. Do not exceed this amount.

Can I blend hot liquids?

No, the temperature of ingredients should not exceed 60°C. Hot liquid may be ejected due to sudden steaming.

How long can I operate the blender continuously?

The blender can run for a maximum of 3 minutes at a time, then must rest for 1 minute before reuse.

What are the prohibited ingredients for the blender?

Do not blend meat, fish, commercial ice cubes over 30 mm, hard ingredients (e.g., dried beans, frozen food), sticky ingredients (e.g., peanut butter), or low-water content foods (e.g., boiled potatoes).

How do I clean the blender jug?

Unplug the appliance. Wash the jug, lid, and gasket with a soft sponge and mild detergent. Carefully clean blades with a brush. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not wash in dishwasher.

What should I do if the blender stops during operation?

Turn the rotary switch to 0 and unplug. This may be due to overload or overheating. Reduce ingredients, remove prohibited items, and rest the appliance for at least 15 minutes before restarting.

How do I attach the blender jug correctly?

Align the △ on the motor housing with the ▽ on the jug base, then twist clockwise until you hear a click. The safety lock prevents operation if not properly attached.

Can I use the dry mill for wet ingredients?

No, the dry mill is designed for dry ingredients only. Do not put any liquids or wet ingredients into the mill container.

What is the gasket for, and how do I maintain it?

The gasket prevents leakage. Check that it is not damaged and properly placed before use. Remove gaskets before washing. Do not stretch the gasket to avoid deforming.

What voltage does the blender require?

The blender operates on 220 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz. Ensure your local supply matches the voltage on the label.

USER MANUAL MX-EP5171 PANASONIC

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Operating Instructions

使用说明书

Arahan Pengendalian

Blender (Household Use)

搅拌机（家庭用）

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MX-EP5111 MX-EP5171 MX-EG5311

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

• Please read these instructions carefully to use the product correctly and safely.
• Before using this product please give your special attention to "Safety Precautions" and "Important Information" (P. EN2 - EN4).
• Please keep this Operating Instructions for future use.
• Panasonic will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to improper use, failure to comply with these instructions.

Contents

Safety Precautions....EN2
Important Information ...... EN4
Parts Names and Instructions ....EN5
Before Use......EN5
How to Use......EN6
Cleaning and Care......EN7
Safety Lock EN7
Overload and Overheating Protection ...... EN7
Troubleshooting......EN8
Specifications....EN8

Safety Precautions

Please make sure to follow these instructions.

To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock or fire, please observe the following:

■ The following signals indicate the degree of harm and damage when the product is misused.

WARNING: Indicates potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION: Indicates potential hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

■ The symbols are classified and explained as follows.

This symbol indicates prohibition.

This symbol indicates requirement that must be followed.

WARNING

To avoid risk of electric shock, fire due to short circuit, smoke, scalding or injury.

• Do not allow infants and children to play with packaging material. (It may cause suffocation.)
• Do not disassemble, repair or modify this appliance.
  → Contact Service Centre for inspection or repair.
• Do not damage the power cord or power plug.
  Following actions are strictly prohibited:
  Modifying, touching on or placing near heating elements or hot surfaces, bending, twisting, pulling, hanging/pulling over sharp edges, putting heavy objects on top, bundling the power cord or carrying the appliance by the power cord.

EN2

WARNING

• Do not plug or unplug the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or power plug is damaged or the power plug is loosely connected to the outlet.

→ If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

→ Insert the power plug firmly.

- Do not immerse the motor housing, power cord or power plug in water, or splash it with water and/or any liquid.

- 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 the appliance and its power cord out of reach of children.
  ● Dust off the power plug regularly.

→ Unplug the power plug, and wipe with a dry cloth.

- Discontinue using the appliance immediately and unplug in the unlikely event that this appliance stops working properly.

e.g. for abnormal occurrences or breaking down

• The power plug or the power cord become abnormally hot.
  • The appliance power fails.
• The motor housing is deformed, has visible damage or is abnormally hot.
• There is crack on the blender jug or other parts.
  • There is an unpleasant smell.
• There is abnormal turning noise while in use.
  • There is another abnormality or failure.
  → Contact Service Centre for inspection or repair.

● Make sure the voltage indicated on the label of the appliance is the same as your local supply. Also avoid plugging other devices into the same outlet to prevent electric overheating. However, if you are connecting a number of power plugs, make sure the total wattage does not exceed the rated wattage of the outlet.

- Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the blender jug as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.

CAUTION

To avoid risk of electric leakage, electric shock, fire due to short circuit, scalding, injury or property damage.

● Do not use the appliance on the following places.

• On uneven surfaces, on carpets or tablecloths etc.
• Place where it may be splashed with water or near a heat source.
• Near any open water such as bathtubs, sinks, or other containers.
• Near a wall or furniture.
  → Place the appliance on a firm, dry, clean flat worktop.

- Do not blend or place over 60 °C ingredients into the blender jug.

- Do not put any liquids or wet ingredients into the mill container.

Safety Precautions

Please make sure to follow these instructions.

CAUTION

• Do not open the lid and put your fingers or utensils such as spoon or fork into the blender jug while the appliance is operating.
• Do not stretch the gasket to avoid deforming.
• Do not replace any parts of the appliance with non-genuine spare parts.
• Do not carry the appliance by holding the power cord, blender jug or mill container.
• Do not insert any object in the gaps of the appliance.
• Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision.
• Do not blend more than the working capacity marked on the blender jug. For the mill container, do not place more than the maximum quantity. (P. EN8 "Specifications")
• Do not use prohibited ingredients as stated in this instructions. (P. EN5)
• Do not push the safety lock pin with any implement, such as thin stick etc. (P. EN7)

● Unplug the plug when the appliance is not in use.
● Make sure to hold the power plug when unplugging it. Never pull on the power cord.
● Beware not to trip over or get caught in the power cord while in use.
- In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
● Care shall be taken when handling the sharp blades, emptying the blender jug, mill container and during cleaning. Do not clean the blender blade or mill blade by bare hand.
● Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, moving or cleaning.
- Switch off the appliance and disconnect from supply before changing attachments or approaching parts that move in use.
- Ensure to operate and rest the appliance as stated on specification table. (P. EN8 "Specifications")
- Ensure to clean the appliance especially surfaces in contact with food after use. (P. EN7 "Cleaning and Care")
● This product is intended for household use only.

Important Information

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not use the appliance for commercial purpose.
• Do not drop the appliance or attachments to avoid damaging it.
• Do not wrap the power cord around the motor housing.
• Make sure the parts or attachments are set firmly before use.
• Do not operate the appliance without ingredients.
• Be sure the blender gasket and mill gasket are attached properly to prevent leakage.

EN4

Parts Names and Instructions

Blender

Dry mill

English

- Illustrations of product in this instructions are exemplified by MX-EP5111.

Before Use

Clean all detachable parts before using the appliance for the first time or when you have not used it for a while, and then assemble them securely. (P. EN6 "How to Use" and P. EN7 "Cleaning and Care")

Blender

The blender is intended for

• Blending fluids e.g. fruit/vegetable juices, smoothie, soups, sauce.
• Pureeing cooked ingredients e.g. for baby foods.

Prohibited Ingredients

• Meat
• Fish
• Commercial ice cubes (e.g. the size more than 30 mm)
• Hard ingredients (e.g. dried beans, turmeric, frozen food)
  • Sticky ingredients (e.g. peanut butter)
• Ingredients with low water content (e.g. boiled potatoes)

Handling Precautions

• Dice food first (1 - 2 cm), remove the thick skin, core or seed from fruits and vegetables, then blend with liquid.
• Do not place ingredients with working capacity exceeding 1 000 mL in the blender jug.
• Do not operate more than 3 minutes at one time, rest about 1 minute before use again.

High speed (continuous operation)

① Low speed (continuous operation)
0 OFF
P Pulse (the blade rotates only while the switch is being turned to "P" position)
- Repeatedly turn and release for intermittent rotation.

Dry mill

The dry mill is intended for

• Grinding dry ingredients e.g. pepper, dried chillies, coffee beans, dried soy beans, dried peas, sesame seeds, rice, wheat, nuts (shelled), breadcrumbs.

Note: Do not put any liquids or wet ingredients into the mill container.

Guidelines of Maximum Quantity to be Placed in Mill Container

Foods	Maximum Quantity	Time
Pepper 20	g	30-60 seconds
Dried chilies 20	g	30-60 seconds
Coffee beans 50	g	15-30 seconds

Handling Precautions

• Do not place any ingredients more than 50g in the mill container.
• Do not operate more than 1 minute, rest about 2 minutes before use again.

EN5

How to Use

Blender

To disassemble

Turn anticlockwise

Make sure the blender gasket is not damaged and placed properly before assemble.

To assemble

Turn clockwise

1 Place the ingredients into blender jug, and then close the lid.

- Pour liquid first, followed by soft ingredients and then others. (i) Liquid (ii) Soft ingredients (iii) Hard ingredients (iv) Ice cubes

2 Attach blender jug to the motor housing.

①Align the △ on the motor housing with the ▽ on the blender jug base.

② Twist blender jug clockwise until you hear a click sound.

- Blender jug only can be attached by above steps.

3 Plug in. Hold the blender jug, and then turn the rotary switch to "1" or "2" position to start.

- If the appliance stops during operation. (P. EN8)

- When adding ingredients or seasonings, remove / attach inner lid whilst holding the blender jug. Add ingredients as shown right.

4 When blending is completed, turn the rotary switch to "0" position to switch off. Unplug.

Turn the blender jug anticlockwise to remove it, open the lid and take out the ingredients.

Dry mill

To disassemble

Turn anticlockwise

To assemble

Turn clockwise

Make sure the mill gasket is not damaged and placed properly before assemble.

1 Turn the mill container upside down and place the ingredients in it. Twist the mill container base clockwise until you hear a click sound.

2 Attach the mill container to the motor housing.

① Align the △ on the motor housing with the ▽ on the mill container.

② Twist mill container clockwise until you hear a click sound.

- Mill container only can be attached by above steps.

3 Plug in. Hold the mill container, and then turn the rotary switch to "1" or "2" position to start.

- If the appliance stops during operation. (P. EN8)

4 When grinding is completed, turn the rotary switch to "0" position to switch off. Unplug.

Turn the mill container anticlockwise to remove it, open the mill container, and take out the ingredients.

EN6

Cleaning and Care

• Unplug before cleaning.
• Clean the parts thoroughly after every use. Keep all parts clean and dry always.
• Do not wash any part of the appliance in the dishwasher.
• Do not use benzine, thinner, bleach, alcohol, nylon face of sponge, metal brushes or polish powder etc.
• Some discoloration of the plastic parts may occur upon usage but it does not affect usage.

Blender jug prewash

Add 400 mL clean water into the blender jug, plug in and blend for about 1 minute.

Storing

• Assemble the blender jug base / mill container base with the blender jug / mill container.
• Dry the lid thoroughly, then keep it separately.

Containers and other parts Mill

(Brush is not provided.)

Wash the parts using a soft sponge soaked in diluted kitchen detergent (neutral). Carefully clean blades with a brush. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

- Remove the gaskets before washing.

Motor housing

Carefully clean blades with a brush. Do not use water.

(Brush is not provided.)

Wipe motor housing with a damp cloth.

Safety Lock

The safety lock has been designed to prevent the blender from switching on when blender jug or mill container is not properly in place.

When the safety pin on back of the blender jug base is pushed during assembling, motor does not operate.

Overload and Overheating Protection

In case of overload and overheating, the protection device is triggered to stop operation and it is not abnormal. After rotation stops, follow the below steps:

- Do not use the appliance repeatedly without any countermeasure.

1 Turn the rotary switch to "0" position, unplug the appliance.

2 Remove blender jug or mill container from motor housing. Reduce the ingredients to less than half. (For blender jug, it also can add liquid.)

- Remove the prohibited ingredient if used.

3 Reset the blender jug or mill container, start blending again. (P. EN6) If the appliance still does not operate after performing the above, overheating protection has been activated.

Turn the rotary switch to "0" position, unplug and rest the appliance for about 15 minutes or more (until motor housing returns to a normal temperature) to release overheating protection before using again.

(If appliance still does not operate, contact Service Centre for inspection or repair.)

Troubleshooting

Before calling for service, please check through this section.

	Problem Cause	Action
Blender & Dry mill	Even turn to "1" or "2" position, the appliance does not start blending.	The blender jug/mill container is not set properly.→ Make sure to align the marks on blender jug base/mill container and motor housing, then twist it firmly until you hear a "click" sound.The blender jug base/mill container base is not assembled tightly.→ Assemble it tightly. (P. EN6)The protection device of overload or overheating is activated.→ Refer to "Overload and Overheating Protection" for inspection. (P. EN7)The power plug is disconnected.→ Insert the power plug into outlet firmly.
	Rotation stops abruptly.	The protection device of overload or overheating is activated.→ Refer to "Overload and Overheating Protection" for inspection. (P. EN7)
	There is abnormal noise or vibration increases.	Too much ingredients.→ Reduce ingredient amount.The blender jug base/mill container base is not assembled tightly.→ Assemble it tightly. (P. EN6)
	The ingredient is leaking.	The blender jug base/mill container base is not assembled tightly.→ Assemble it tightly. (P. EN6)The blender gasket/mill gasket is not attached or attached loosely.→ Attach it properly.Foreign matters are attached to the blender gasket/mill gasket.→ Remove them.The blender gasket/mill gasket is damaged.→ Contact Service Centre to replace it.
Blender	The blade is idling.	The liquid amount is not enough.→ Add more liquid.Too much ice cubes. (e.g. juice with a lot of ice)→ 1 Remove blender jug after rotation stops completely.2 Shake the blender jug gently.

Specifications

	When the blender is used When the dry mill is used
Power supply	220 - 240 V ~50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption	MX-EP5111/MX-EP5171: 28-3 G W / MX-EG5311: 2 06 0 3W
Rated time	Continuous operation(Repeat the cycle of 3 minutes ON and then 1 minute OFF)	Continuous operation(Repeat the cycle of 1 minute ON and then 2 minutes OFF)
Working capacity (approximately)	1500 r50	g
Dimensions (W x D x H)(approximately)	MX-EP5111 / MX-EP5171: 19.1 × 17.9 × 41.0 cmMX-EG5311: 18.5 × 17.9 × 41.0 cm	16.4 × 17.9 × 25.9 cm
Mass (approximately)	MX-EP5111 / MX-EP5171:1.8 kgMX-EG5311: 3.0 kg	1.5 kg

EN8

干磨器

拆卸

逆时针旋转

清洁保养

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Untuk memisahkan

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Untuk memasang

ML6

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Pin keselamatan

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Memo