HR3556 - Blender PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Blender
Brand	Philips
Model	HR3556
Power	600 W
Bowl capacity	1.5 L
Bowl material	BPA-free plastic
Blades	Stainless steel
Speeds	2 speeds + pulse
Functions	Blend, crush ice, smoothies, soups
Dimensions (L x W x H)	17 x 17 x 39 cm
Weight	1.8 kg
Cord length	1 m
Cleaning	Removable parts dishwasher safe
Safety	Safety lock if improperly assembled
Non-slip feet	Yes
Measuring cap	Yes, integrated in lid
Spare parts available	Bowl, blade, lid, gasket
Repairability	Repairability score 8/10 (estimated)
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - HR3556 PHILIPS

How to clean the Philips HR3556 blender?

Disassemble the bowl, lid, and blade. Wash by hand with soapy water or place in the dishwasher (bowl and lid on top). Rinse and dry thoroughly before reassembly.

Can I crush ice with this blender?

Yes, use the pulse function in short bursts to crush ice. Do not exceed 4-5 continuous seconds to avoid overloading the motor.

What is the maximum liquid volume not to exceed?

Do not exceed the maximum marking (1.25 L for hot liquids, 1.5 L for cold). Always fill with room temperature or cold ingredients; for hot soups, use the soup function.

The blender leaks, what to do?

Check that the bowl gasket is correctly positioned and that the bowl is properly screwed onto the base. If the gasket is worn, replace it (spare part).

How to use the pulse function?

Turn the knob to the PULSE position and hold it down with short pulses. Release to stop. Ideal for chopping or crushing without over-mixing.

Are parts compatible with other Philips models?

Only spare parts specific to the HR3556 (reference indicated in the manual) are compatible. Do not use parts from other models.

The motor heats up after a few minutes, is this normal?

Yes, slight heat is normal. If the motor overheats, the blender stops automatically. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before reusing.

How to avoid splashing during blending?

Start at low speed then increase gradually. Do not exceed the maximum quantity and always close the measuring cap.

Where can I find the full manual?

Download the PDF manual for free at notice-facile.com by selecting your language.

What to do if the blender does not start?

Make sure the bowl and lid are properly locked (click). Check the plug and fuse. If the problem persists, contact Philips service.

USER MANUAL HR3556 PHILIPS

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2 mm		30 kg	MAX
1 mm		70 kg	MAX
5 mm		70 kg	MAX
10 mm		100 kg	MAX
20 mm		200 kg	MAX
30 mm		40 kg	MAX
40 mm		60 kg	MP
50 mm		80 kg	MP
60 mm		100 kg	MP
70 mm		120 kg	MP
80 mm		150 kg	MP
90 mm		180 kg	MP
100 mm		200 kg	MP
110 mm		220 kg	MP
120 mm		250 kg	MP
130 mm		280 kg	MP
140 mm		300 kg	MP
150 mm		320 kg	MP
160 mm		350 kg	MP
170 mm		380 kg	MP
180 mm		400 kg	MP
190 mm		420 kg	MP
200 mm		450 kg	MP
210 mm		480 kg	MP
220 mm		500 kg	MP
230 mm		520 kg	MP
240 mm		550 kg	MP
250 mm		580 kg	MP

7.2

1 Important

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, and save the user manual for future reference.

Danger

- Never immerse the motor unit in water or any other liquid, nor rinse it under the tap. Use only a moist cloth to clean the motor unit.

Warning

- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or other parts are damaged.

- Never use the blender jar to switch the appliance on and off.

- Never let the appliance run unattended.

- 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.

- Do not touch the blades, especially when the appliance is plugged in. The blades are very sharp.

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

- The appliance is intended to be used in household only.

Caution

• Switch off the appliance and always disconnect from supply if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, approaching parts that move in use or cleaning.
• Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips does not specifically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
• Do not exceed the maximum indication on the blender jar.
• Do not exceed the maximum quantities and processing times indicated in the relevant table.
• The appliance can only be switched on if the blender jar is assembled on the motor unit correctly.

- 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.

Blender

Warning

• Never reach into the blender jar with your fingers or an object while the appliance is running.
  • Make sure the blade unit is securely fastened to the blender jar before you assemble the blender jar onto the motor unit.
• Do not touch the cutting edges of the blender blade unit when you handle or clean it. They are very sharp and you could easily cut your fingers on them.
• If the blade unit gets stuck, unplug the appliance before you remove the ingredients that block the blades.

Caution

- Read the cleaning procedure from “User Manual” before use.

- Never fill the blender jar with ingredients hotter than 60 °C.

• To prevent spillage, do not put more than 1.5 litres of liquid in the blender jar, especially when you process at a high speed. Do not put more than 1.25 litre in the blender jar when you process hot liquids or ingredients that tend to foam.

- If food sticks to the wall of the blender jar, switch off the appliance and unplug it. Then use a spatula to remove the food from the wall.

· Always make sure the lid is properly closed/ assembled on the jar and the measuring cup is inserted properly in the lid before you switch on the appliance.

- Do not let appliance run for more than 2 minutes at time.

· Always let the appliance cool down to room temperature after each batch you process.
- Do not use glass jar right after taking it out from dishwasher or refrigerator. Let it stay at room temperature for at least 5 minutes before use.
- Noise level: Lc = 86dB(A)

Chopper

Warning

• Make sure the coupling unit is securely fastened to the chopper bowl before you assemble the chopper onto the motor unit.
- Do not touch the cutting edges of the chopper blade unit when you handle or clean it. They are very sharp and you could easily cut your fingers on them.
- Never reach into the chopper bowl with your fingers or an object while the appliance is running.

- If the blade unit gets stuck, unplug the appliance before you remove the ingredients that block the blades.

Caution

· Always make sure the lid is properly assembled on the chopper bowl before you switch on the appliance.
• If food sticks to the wall of the chopper bowl, switch off the appliance and unplug it. Then use a spatula to remove the food from the wall.
- Never use the chopper for more than 30 seconds without interruption.
• Always let the appliance cool down to room temperature after each batch you process.

Metal chopper

Warning

• Make sure the blade unit is securely fastened to the metal chopper before you assemble the metal chopper onto the motor unit.

• Never use the metal chopper to grind very hard ingredients such as nutmeg, Chinese rock sugar and ice cubes.
• Do not touch the cutting edges of the metal chopper blade unit when you clean it. They are very sharp and you could easily cut your fingers on them.

Caution

• Never use the metal chopper for more than 30 seconds without interruption.
  · Always let the appliance cool down to room temperature after each batch you process.
• The metal chopper is not suitable for chopping raw meat. Use chopper (if provided) instead.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

Recycling

This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).

Follow your country's rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Built-in safety lock

This feature ensures that you can only switch on the appliance if the blender jar is assembled on the motor unit properly. If the blender jar, the metal chopper or the chopper bowl is correctly assembled, the built-in safety lock will be unlocked.

Overheat protection

The appliance is equipped with overheat protection. If the appliance overheats, it switches off automatically (which might occur during heavy processing jobs or if the appliance is not used according to the instructions in the user manual). If this happens, first switch off and unplug the appliance and let it cool down to room temperature. Then check if the quantity of ingredients you are processing does not exceed the quantity mentioned in the user manual or if something is blocking the blade unit. Then put the mains plug back into the power outlet and switch on the appliance again.

2 Overview (Fig. 1)

Main unit

① Motor unit with control knob
② Pulse setting
③ Speed settings
④ Control knob

Chopper

⑤ Chopper lid
⑥ Chopper blade unit
⑦ Chopper bowl
⑧ Coupling unit

Metal chopper

⑨ Metal chopper cover
⑩ Metal chopper with blade unit

Glass blender jar (HR3555/HR3556)

⑪ Measurecup
⑫ Opening in lid
⑬ Lid of the blender jar
⑭ Level indication
⑮ Blender jar
⑯ Sealing ring
⑰ Blade unit

Plastic blender jar (HR3553)

⑱ Small lid
⑲ Opening in lid
⑳ Lid of the blender jar
②1 Level indication
⑳ Blender jar
⑳ Sealing ring
⑳ Blade unit

Tumbler (HR3551/ HR3553/HR3554/ HR3556)

⑲ Lid of the tumbler
②6 Sealing ring of the lid
⑳ Level indication
⑳ Tumbler
⑲ Sealing ring of the blade unit
③0 Blade unit of the tumbler
③1 Collar

3 Before first use

Thoroughly clean the parts that will come in contact with food before you use the appliance for the first time (see chapter “Cleaning”).

Note

• Do not exceed the maximum quantities and processing times indicated in Fig.6
• Do not operate the appliance for more than 60 seconds at a time when processing heavy loads and let it cool down to room temperature for next operation.
• Do not attempt to process very thick recipes such as bread dough or mash potatoes.

4 Using your blender

Using the blender jar (Fig. 2)

The blender is intended for:

• Blending fluids, e.g. dairy products, sauces, fruit juices, soups, mixed drinks, shakes.
• Mixing soft ingredients, e.g. pancake batter or mayonnaise.
  • Pureeing cooked ingredients, e.g. for making baby food.

Note

- Never overfill the blender jar above the maximum level indication (1.5 litres) to avoid spillage.

Tip

• To process ingredients very briefly, turn the control knob to the pulse setting (PULSE) several times.
- Never use the pulse setting longer than a few seconds at a time.
- For chopping use cases, e.g. chop parsley, garlic, onion, etc., use the chopper accessory (CP6671) for best results.
- For dry/wet grinding use cases, e.g. make coffee bean powder, chili powder, etc., use the metal chopper accessory (CP6670) for best results.
- If you want to purchase an additional accessory, please contact Philips Consumer Care Center in your country.

Using the tumbler jar (Fig. 3)

Make your smoothies or shakes directly with the tumbler. Remove the blade unit and attach the lid of the tumbler. Then you can bring the tumbler out and enjoy directly.

Note

• Never overfill the tumbler jar above the maximum level indication to avoid spillage.
• Never fill the tumbler jar with soft drinks to avoid spillage.

Using the chopper (Fig. 4)

You can use the chopper to chop ingredients such as onions, meat, herbs, vegetables, fruit, chocolate, firm cheese, baby food and nuts.

Note

• Do not use the chopper to mix liquids. Use the blender for this purpose.
• Do not exceed the maximum level indicated on the chopper.
• Never fill the chopper with hot ingredients.

Using the metal chopper (Fig. 5)

You can use the metal chopper to chop ingredients such as onions, meat, herbs, vegetables, fruit, chocolate, firm cheese, baby food and nuts.

Note

• The metal chopper is not suitable for chopping very hard ingredients like nutmeg and ice cubes.
- Do not use the metal chopper to process liquids such as fruit juice.
- Do not process ingredients more than the metal chopper's height.
- Never fill the metal chopper with hot ingredients.

5 Cleaning

Easily cleaning the blender jar: Follow the steps: 1 2 3 4 in Fig.7.

Note

• Make sure to turn the control knob to the pulse setting (PULSE) a few times.

6 Baby Food Recipe

Ingredients Quantity Speed	Time
Water 400 ml		MAX 40 sec Cooked potato 700 g
Cooked carrot 200 g

Note

• Always let the appliance cool down to room temperature after each batch you process.

7 Guarantee & service

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

1 Importante

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