H446 - Kitchen appliance BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Food Chopper
Brand	Black & Decker
Model	H446
Intended Use	Chopping, beating, mixing food and beverage ingredients (household use only)
Speed Control	Variable speed switch (I and II)
Bowl Capacity	Approx. 0.4 L (max liquid)
Blade Material	Stainless steel (chopper blade)
Safety Features	Double insulated, automatic shut-off when released, non-slip base (implied)
Electrical Safety	Double insulated (no earth wire), do not immerse motor unit
Cleaning	Bowl, lid, blade: wash in warm soapy water; motor unit: wipe with damp cloth
Continuous Operation Limit	1 minute maximum, then 3 minutes cool-down
Guarantee	24 months against faulty materials or workmanship
Noise Level (Sound Pressure)	72 dB(A)
Noise Level (Acoustic Power)	86 dB(A)
Vibration Emission	< 2.5 m/s²
Weight	Approx. 0.8 kg (estimated)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approx. 15 x 15 x 20 cm (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - H446 BLACK & DECKER

How do I assemble the Black & Decker H446 chopper?

First, ensure the appliance is unplugged. Place the chopper blade on the pin inside the bowl. Add ingredients, then place the lid on the bowl until it clicks. Finally, put the motor unit on top.

Can I operate the chopper continuously for more than 1 minute?

No, do not operate continuously for more than 1 minute. After that, let it cool down for at least 3 minutes before using again.

How do I clean the motor unit?

Wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth. Never immerse it in water or any other liquid. Do not use abrasive or solvent-based cleaners.

What speed setting should I use for nuts?

For nuts, use speed II for 10-15 seconds with a maximum quantity of 100 g.

Is the Black & Decker H446 dishwasher safe?

The manual does not specify dishwasher safety. It recommends washing the bowl, lid, and blade in warm soapy water and drying well. Hand washing is advised.

What does the EC declaration of conformity include?

The chopper conforms to directives: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, and standards EN 55014, EN 60335, EN 61000.

Can I chop ice cubes with this appliance?

Yes, you can chop 4-5 small ice cubes using pulse mode on speed II.

How do I remove the lid safely?

Depress the two small ribs on the lid to release it. Be careful of the sharp blade when removing the lid.

What should I do if the power cord is damaged?

Disconnect the appliance immediately and do not touch the cord. Have it repaired by an authorised repair agent. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

How long is the warranty period?

Black & Decker offers a 24-month guarantee from the date of purchase against faulty materials, workmanship, or lack of conformity, subject to conditions.

USER MANUAL H446 BLACK & DECKER

CHOPPER H446

Thank you for choosing Black & Decker. We hope that you will enjoy using this product for many years.

OVERVIEW

1. Speed control switch
2. Motor unit
3. Bowl
4. Lid
5. Chopper blade
6. Blade support pin
7. Lid removal ribs

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

H446

Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:

98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC,

EN 55014, EN 60335, EN 61000

L_pA (sound pressure) dB(A) 72

L_WA (acoustic power) dB(A) 86

Hand/arm weighted vibration value m/s ^2 <2.5

Kevin Hewitt

Director of Consumer Engineering

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,

United Kingdom

INTENDED USE

Your Black & Decker food chopper has been designed for chopping, beating and mixing food and beverage ingredients. This product is intended for household use only.

WARNING SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the instructions in this manual.

Denotes risk of electric shock.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

◆Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

◆Read this entire manual carefully before using the appliance.

◆The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation with this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

◆Retain this manual for future reference.

Using your appliance

◆Do not touch moving parts.
◆Do not insert your hands or any utensils into the product before the blades have completely stopped.
◆The blades are sharp. Take care when handling the cutting blades, especially when removing the blade from the bowl, emptying the bowl and during cleaning.

◆Always take care when using the appliance.

◆Never pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

◆Do not place the appliance on or near heat sources or in a heated oven.

◆Do not use the appliance outdoors.

◆Always protect the motor unit from water or excessive humidity.

◆Operate the appliance only with dry hands.

If the power supply cord is damaged during use, disconnect the appliance from the power supply immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before disconnecting from the power supply.

◆Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning.

Safety of others

Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance.

Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

After use

◆Remove the plug from the socket before leaving the appliance unattended and before changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

- When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.

Inspection and repairs

Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.

Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.

◆Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.

Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear.

Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.

◆If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.

◆Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

◆Before use, check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

This appliance is double insulated in accordance with EN 60335; therefore no earth wire is required.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or motor unit in water or other liquid.

ASSEMBLY

Before assembly, make sure that the appliance is unplugged.

◆Place the chopper blade (5) on the pin (6).
◆Put the ingredients in the bowl (3). Use the markings on the bowl to measure the correct amounts.
◆Place the lid (4) on the bowl and make sure it clicks into place. The top end of the shaft should protrude through the hole in the lid.
◆Place the motor unit (2) on the bowl.

USE

Switching on and off

◆Plug in the appliance.
◆Set the speed control switch (1) to the desired cutting speed.
◆Press down on the motor unit (2) to switch the appliance on.
◆To switch off, release the motor unit.

Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 1 minute. After operating the appliance continuously for 1 minute, let it cool down for at least 3 minutes before operating it again.

After use

◆Take the motor unit off the bowl.
◆Remove the lid from the bowl, by depressing the two small ribs (7) on the lid.
◆Carefully remove the blade from the bowl.
◆Take out the chopped ingredients from the bowl.

Operating times and speed settings

	Time (sec.) Speed (I or II) Maximum quantity
Nuts, cheese 10-15 II 100 g
Boiled eggs, meat 10-15 II 150-200 g
Spices 30 II 200 g
Soup 30 II 0.4 l
Breadcrumbs 10-15 l or II 20 g
Light batter 10-15 l or II 0.4 l
Parsley 10-15 l or II 30 g
Garlic, onions, shallots pulse l 150-200 g
Ice cubes	pulse II 4-5 small ice cubes

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning and maintenance, unplug the appliance and take the motor unit off the bowl. Be careful when cleaning the blades - they are sharp.

♦Wash the bowl, lid and blade in warm soapy water and dry well.
◆Wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.

Do not immerse the motor unit in water or any other liquid.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Black & Decker provides a facility for recycling Black & Decker products once they have reached the end of their working life. This service is provided free of charge. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

GUARANTEE

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

◆The product has been used for trade, professional or hire purposes;
◆The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;
◆The product has sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents;
◆Repairs have been attempted by persons other than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:

www.2helpU.com.

TRITATUTTO VERTICALE H446

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,

United Kingdom

USO PROGETTATO

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG, United Kingdom

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