BV460 - Blender FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BV460 FAGOR

Power: 450W Voltage: 230-240V~50/60Hz

Maximum capacity (Jug): 1.5 L

• Before using the appliance for the first

time, read this instructions manual

carefully and keep it for future reference.

Only in this way will you obtain the best

results and ensure optimum safety of

• Before using the appliance, make sure

the voltage in your domestic mains

supply corresponds to that indicated for

• In the event of the socket being

incompatible with the appliance plug,

have the socket replaced by a qualified

• We recommend that you do not use

adaptors, plugs and/or extension

cables. If the use of said elements is

unavoidable, only use simple or multiple

adaptors and extension cables that

comply with current safety regulations,

and take care not to exceed the power

limit indicated on them.

• After removing the packaging, check that

the appliance is in perfect condition. If

in doubt, contact your nearest Technical

• The packaging elements (plastic bags,

2. TECHNICAL DETAILS

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FIG. 1

polystyrene foam, etc.) should be kept

out of the reach of children, since they

constitute potential sources of danger.

• This appliance is designed for domestic

use only. Any other use is considered

inappropriate and therefore dangerous.

• In the event of failure and/or improper

functioning, switch the appliance off and

do not attempt to repair. In the event of

repairs becoming necessary, contact a

Technical Assistance Service authorised

by the manufacturer and request the

use of original spare parts. Failure to

do so will compromise the safety of the

• The user should never try to replace

the cable. If the cable were to become

damaged or need replacing, this should

be carried out only by a Technical

Assistance Service authorised by the

manufacturer. Do not use the appliance if

the cable or plug are damaged.

• The manufacturer accepts no

responsibility for damage caused by the

improper, wrong or unsuitable use of

the appliance, or for damage caused by

repairs carried out by unqualified persons.

Certain basic rules should be respected

when using any electrical appliance.

while your hands or feet are wet or

• Do not let the cable hang over the edge

of the table or worktop, or come into

contact with hot surfaces.

• Never pull on the cable to unplug the

• Unplug the appliance when not in use,

before assembling or disassembling and

• Do not let children use the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance outside.

• To protect against electric shocks, do

not submerge the appliance, the cable or

the plug in water or any other liquid.

• Do not touch the moving parts while the

appliance is running.

• Do not use or place any part of this

appliance on or near hot surfaces (gas

burners, electric hotplates or ovens).

• Do not leave the appliance unattended

• Do not remove the jug from the motor

base while the appliance is in operation.

• This appliance has a safety switch which

blocks the mechanism if the jug is not in

place (or not properly positioned) on the

Do not use the jug to switch the

appliance on and off.

• Do not use the mixer while empty, as this

- Always use the mixer with the jug lid

- Do not fill the jug with food at a

temperature of over 80º C.

- Do not fill the jug to more than 2/3 of its

capacity, as it may overflow.

- Handle the blade with care in order to

avoid the risk of cuts.

- Do not insert your hand or any other

object into the jug while the mixer is in

operation. If necessary, disconnect the

appliance and use a spatula to remove

any food stuck to the sides.

Before using the mixer for the first time,

(C), the measurer lid (A) and

(B) in hot water and washing

up liquid. Dry all parts thoroughly before

All assembly and disassembly operations

should be carried out while the appliance is

Before switching it on for the first time, take

a moment to become familiar with your

mixer by assembling and disassembling it.

(C) on the motor base (G)

4. HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE Model BV-480

• Put the measurer lid

(A) into the jug’s lid

(B) by inserting its fins into the grooves

in the lid and turning in a clockwise

• Add the ingredients to the jug and put

• To take the mixer apart, do the same as

for assembly, but in reverse order.

• Put the lid on as show in figure 5 and

lock it by tightening the side grippers

• Add the ingredients to the jug through

the opening in the lid.

(A) into the lid (B) by

inserting its fins into the grooves in the

lid and turning in a clockwise direction

• To dismantle the mixer, do the same as

for assembly, but in reverse order

• Place the assembled mixer on a stable

surface. Make sure that the selector

is in the ‘0’ position.

• Plug the appliance into the mains.

• Chop the products to be liquidised and

place them in the jug. Next add the

liquid, making sure you do not exceed

the maximum level indicated on the jug.

(C) as explained in the

• For continuous operation, turn the

selector to the ‘1’ ‘2’ or ‘3’ position,

depending on the speed you would

Speeds ‘1’ and ‘2’ are recommended for

liquids, such as milkshakes, for example.

Speeds ‘2’ and ‘3’, on the other hand, are

recommended for thicker foods, such as

• If you want to use the mixer for

momentary operations, turn the selector

“P” position, and alternate it

continuously with the ‘0’ position.• Switch the appliance off by turning the

selector to its ‘0’ position. Wait until the

mixer has stopped completely before

• This appliance will not start if the jug is

not positioned properly on the motor

NOTE: Do not use the appliance for more

than three minutes at a time, since this may

overheat the motor. For every three minutes

of use, you should switch the appliance off

• For optimum results, it is best to mix

small rather than large quantities of food,

especially when the item in question is

very thick or heavy.

• Remove the measurer from the lid

to add ingredients to the jug while the

• To avoid spillage, it is best to insert

a small quantity of food into the jug

through the lid opening, and then top up

little by little as the food is mixed.

• It is best to place liquid ingredients into

the jug before solid ones. The liquid

helps to mix the items more quickly and

at a lower speed. Always add a cup of

liquid when mixing ice.

• Mix the ingredients for short times only

(between 5 and 30 seconds). Then check

the consistency and continue processing

until you obtain the consistency you

• If the consistency you require is not

obtained rapidly, stop the appliance by

turning the selector to ‘0’ and:

– Turn the selector to the ‘M’ position a

– Remove the jug lid and mix the food

– Reduce the quantity of food to be

• Solid ingredients should be chopped into

small pieces (approx. 1 cm).

• All fruit should be peeled and chopped

and all stones, pips, etc. removed before

being placed in the jug.

• Some vegetables, such as tomatoes,

should also be peeled and chopped

before being processed.

• When mixing hot food, remove the

measurer from the lid.

It is easier to clean the mixer immediately

• Pour warm soapy water into the jug and

switch the mixer on for a few seconds.

• Turn the selector to the ‘0’ position and

unplug from the mains.

• Next, rinse the jug with clean water

and take it apart. If you want, you can

detach the jug from the base

holding the jug in one hand and turning

the base in the opposite direction.

• Clean all the removable components in

warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.

• Do not put the blades

into the dishwasher.

• The motor base can be cleaned with

a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive

detergents or solvents.

• Do not submerge the motor base in

water or any other liquid, or hold it under

• Should some food stain the jug when it

is liquidised, it can be cleaned using a

cloth dampened with cooking oil.6

At the end of its working

life, the product must not be

disposed of as urban waste.

It must be taken to a special

local authority differentiated

waste collection centre or

to a dealer providing this

7. INFORMATION FOR THE CORRECT DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES

11service. Disposing of a household appliance

separately avoids possible negative

consequences for the environment and

health deriving from inappropriate disposal

and enables the constituent materials to be

recovered to obtain significant savings in

energy and resources.

To remind you that you must collaborate

with a selective collection scheme, the

symbol shown appears on the product

warning you not to dispose of it in

traditional refuse containers.

For further information, contact your local

authority or the shop where you bought the

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