Gourmet Color - 00C159402AR0 - ARIETE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Gourmet Color - 00C159402AR0 ARIETE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The necessary precautions must be taken when using electrical appliances, and these include the following: 1. Make sure that the voltage on the appliance rating plate corresponds to that of the mains electricity. 2. Never leave the appliance unattended when connected to the power supply; unplug it after every use. 3. Never place the appliance on or close to sources of heat. 4. Always place the appliance on a flat, level surface during use. 5. Never leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sun, etc....). 6. Make sure that the power cord does not come into contact with hot surfaces. 7. This appliance must not be used by people (including children) with reduced physical or mental capabilities or by people without the relevant experience or knowledge of the appliance, unless they are carefully supervised or properly trained in its use by a person responsible for their safety. 8. Make sure that children cannot play with the appliance. 9. Never place the appliance body, plug or power cord in water or other liquids; always wipe clean with a damp cloth. 10. Always unplug the power cord from the electricity mains before fitting or removing single attachments or before cleaning the appliance. 11. Always make sure that your hands are thoroughly dry before using or adjusting the switches on the appliance, or before touching the power plug or power connections. 12. To unplug the appliance, grip the plug and remove it directly from the power socket. Never pull the power cord to unplug the appliance. 13. Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug are damaged or if the appliance itself is faulty; all repairs, including substitution of power cord, must be carried out exclusively by an Ariete assistance centre or by authorized Ariete technicians in order to avoid all risks. 14. In case of using extension leads, these must be suitable for the appliance power to avoid danger to the operator and for the safety of the environment in which the appliance is being used. Extension leads, if not suitable, can cause operating anomalies. 15. Never allow the cord to dangle in places where it may be grabbed by a child. -9-

16. Do not threaten the safety of the appliance by using parts that are not original or which have not been approved by the manufacturer. 17. This appliance is designed for HOME USE ONLY and may not be used for commercial or industrial purposes. 18. This appliance conforms to the directives 2006/95/EC and EMC 2004/108/EC, and to the regulations (EC) No. 1935/2004 of 27/10/2004 regarding material in contact with foods. 19. Any changes to this product that have not been expressly authorised by the manufacturer may lead to the user’s guarantee being rendered null and void. 20. In the event that you decide to dispose of the appliance, we advise you to make it inoperative by cutting off the power cord. We also recommend that any parts that could be dangerous be rendered harmless, especially for children, who may play with the appliance or its parts. 21. Packaging must never be left within the reach of children since it is potentially dangerous. 22. Never touch moving parts. 23. Never operate the appliance when empty. 24. To avoid injury and damage to appliance, always keep hands and kitchen utensils out of reach of moving parts. 25. Never use hands to insert food while the appliance is working; always insert food through the relevant openings. 26. Never remove foods from the sides of the bowl while the appliance is operating. Switch off the appliance, unplug it from the mains power, and always use the spatula supplied. 27.

To dispose of product correctly according to European Directive 2012/19/

CE, please refer to and read the provided leaflet enclosed with the product.

DO NOT THROW AWAY THESE INSTRUCTIONS

EN DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE (Fig. 1)

A B C D E F G H I Arm

Tilt-back head button Speed regulation dial Beater Whisk Dough hook Bowl Splash guard lid Appliance body

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE MAXIMUM ALLOWED AMOUNTS AND SPEED Maximum amount of flour which must not be exceeded in any case

Maximum absolute amount which must not be exceeded in any case (for further details, refer to the paragraph RECIPES)

1.2 kg (flour and water)

Maximum allowed speed with the dough hook (F)

Maximum allowed speed with the beater (D)

Maximum allowed speed with the whisk (E)

WARNING: After removing appliance from packaging and before using appliance for the first time, wash thoroughly all those appliance parts that will come into contact with food using water and mild detergent.

- Press appropriate button (B) to raise arm (A) (Fig. 2). - Insert bowl (G) onto appliance base (I) so that the slots located on the bowl completely fit into the settings provided on the body of the appliance. Rotate clockwise as indicated by the symbol “ ” to lock the bowl (G) - Fig. 3. - Insert the splash guard lid (H) onto the appliance body (I) and rotate it clockwise towards the symbol “ ” until it locks (Fig. 4). - According to the type of ingredient to be processed, insert beater onto motor base located on appliance body (I) (Fig. 5), turning it counter clockwise to fasten it so that the shaft located on the motor base fits into seat located on the beater (Fig. 6). The appliance has three types of mixing attachment: Whisk (E): to whisk egg whites, cream, instant puddings and ready mixes for cakes and desserts; to cream butter or margarine with sugar (use butter or margarine at room temperature); to mix eggs, for sponge cakes and other light cakes. Recommended speed: 1/6 Dough hook (F): for all types of mix (pizza, bread, pastry, etc.). Recommended speed: 1/3 - 11 -

Beater (D): for soft cake mixes.

Recommended speed: 1/4 Raise tilt-back head (A) to pour ingredients into bowl (G). Press button (B) once more and, at the same time, arm (A) (Fig. 7). Connect plug to mains outlet and turn appliance on by turning dial (C) and setting on speed “1”. Increase speed according to need or according to recipe. By rotating dial (C) counter-clockwise to “Pulse” position, it is possible to select also pulse functioning. For best results, keep pressed for a very short period (2/3 seconds). For smoother results, switch appliance off, disconnect plug from mains outlet and raise head (A) as described above. Using a spatula, mix ingredients off the sides of the bowl and towards the centre of the bowl (G). At the end of processing, or to change the type of whisk, switch off the appliance by turning the dial (C) to “0” and unplugging it from the power socket; lift the arm (A) as described above and remove the whisk by pulling it out with care, after first releasing it by turning it clockwise. To remove bowl (G) turn counter-clockwise.

Before using appliance, ensure that all accessories have been assembled properly. When using the dough hook (F) and the beater (D), do not operate the appliance for more than 5 consecutive minutes; subsequently, allow to cool down for at least 20 minutes. When using the whisk (E), do not operate the appliance for more than 10 consecutive minutes; subsequently, allow to cool down for at least 20 minutes. The failure to comply with these rules may damage the product not covered by the warranty. If more ingredients have to be added to bowl (G) during use, first turn dial (C) to position “0” to switch appliance off and then pour ingredients into bowl. To avoid injury and damage to appliance, always keep hands and kitchen utensils out of reach of moving parts.

- For the best results, always whisk eggs at room temperature. - Before whisking egg whites, make sure that there is no grease or egg yolk on the whisk attachment or in the bowl. - Always use cold ingredients for short crust pastry, unless otherwise specified in the recipe. - If appliance seems to be over-working, switch off, disconnect plug from mains outlet and reduce quantity of ingredients to process. - For optimum mixing, always add liquids first.

EN CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

- Remove all of the attachments used, working in the opposite order to the way they were fitted. - The bowl (G), the lid (H), and the whisk (E) are machine washable; the beater (D) and the dough hook (F) must be washed by hand in hot water with mild detergent. - Wipe the appliance power base (I) clean with a slightly damp cloth. - Store the appliance by winding the power cord on the appropriate lower cord winder (Fig. 8). WARNING: After cleaning, dry all parts thoroughly and refit them.

MAXIMUM CAPACITY Short crust pastry

Sponge cake Bread dough Meringue (egg whites+ sugar) Fresh egg pasta.

1 kg total mix 500 g flour 8 500 g flour

RECIPES BASIC BREAD DOUGH – 1.0 KG

330 ml lukewarm water 12 g fresh yeast or 14 g dried yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 12 g oil 250 g 00 flour 250 g reground durum wheat semolina - Mix the yeast with in the bowl with the water and sugar. Leave to rest for 15 minutes. - Add the salt and oil to the mix. - Use the dough hooks at speed “1” and gradually adding flour. - Proceed at speed “1”, 2 minutes from the start of mixing. - Pass on to speed “2” and mix for 4 more minutes. - Transfer the mix to a lightly greased bowl and cover with lightly greased cooking film. - Leave the dough to prove at room temperature and away from draughts for 1 hour or until it is twice its original size. - On a floured top, shape the dough as required. - Place the dough shapes on baking sheets, either lightly greased or covered with greaseproof paper; cover the dough with a cloth and leave to rise for 30 minutes. - Bake in an oven preheated to 220° C for 25-35, according to the shape and size and until knocking on the base of the bread produces a hollow sound.

EN BASIC RECIPE FOR FRESH EGG PASTA – 800 GR

500 g “00” flour 4 eggs (65/70 g each) 50 ml cold water 5 g oil - Add the ingredients to the bowl. - Use the hook to mix at speed “2” for 5 minutes. - Transfer the mix to a floured bowl and cover with cling film. Leave to rest in a warm place for 30 minutes. - Roll out the sheets of pasta by hand or machine, and cut as required by the recipe. - Cook in boiling salted water for 5-8 minutes according to shape and size. BASIC RECIPE FOR SHORTCRUST PASTRY – 1.0 KG 500 g “00” flour 250 g cold butter, cut into pieces 150 g sugar 3 egg yolks 65 ml cold water Pinch of salt Flavourings (vanilla, lemon or orange zest, etc…) - Add all of the ingredients to the bowl. - Use the dough hook (F), and mix at speed “2” for 5 minutes. - Transfer the mix to a work surface and roll it quickly into a ball. - Wrap the pastry in cling film and place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or until it has slightly hardened. - Roll out the pastry to the required size and thickness on a floured board. - Cook in a preheated oven at 170/180° C for 15 to 25 minutes according to the recipe BASIC CAKE RECIPE (SPONGE) – 1.0 KG 250 g butter at room temperature 250 g sugar 3 eggs (65/70 g each) 8 yolks (approx. 150 g) 175 g 0 flour 100 g potato starch 1 sachet powdered raising agent for cakes 1 pinch salt Flavourings (vanilla or almond essence or lemon or orange zest, etc…) - Add the butter, sugar, salt and flavourings to the bowl. - Use the wire whisk to beat at speed “3” for 5 minutes. - Pass to speed “4” and beat for 5 minutes more. - Continue to beat the mix, adding one whole egg or 2 yolks at a time, at intervals of one minute or until each egg is thoroughly incorporated into the mix. - Add the flour, potato starch and raising agent, and mix at speed “2” for 2 minutes. - 14 -

Pour the mix into greased and lightly floured baking tins.

Bake in an oven preheated to 170° C for 35/45 minutes. Remove from the oven and leave in the tin for 5 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack and leave to cool thoroughly before use.

BASIC MERINGUE RECIPE – 900 G (8 EGG WHITES)

300 g egg whites (7/8) 300 g granulated sugar 300 g icing sugar 1 pinch salt - Add the whites (room temperature) and the salt to the bowl. - Use the whisk to beat the whites at speed “5” for 5 minutes. - Pass to speed “6” and add the granulated sugar a little at a time. - Continue to beat the egg whites for 5 more minutes. - Switch off the appliance and take out the bowl. - Using a spatula, incorporate the previously sifted icing sugar with a folding movement from bottom to top. - Use an icing bag or two spoons to form meringues onto baking sheets covered with lightly greased baking paper. - Bake in an oven preheated to 40/50° C for a few hours, leaving the oven door slightly open (a couple of centimetres) to allow the moisture to escape and the meringues to dry thoroughly. - Smaller meringues may need 3-4 hours and larger ones, up to 8-10 hours.

Rev. 0 del 18/06/2015