BV850 - Blender FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BV850 FAGOR

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• Packaging elements (plastic bags,

polystyrene foam, etc.), should not be

left within the reach of children because

they can be dangerous.

• The appliance is for domestic use only.

Any other use is considered unsuitable

• The manufacturer shall not be

responsible for any damages that may

arise from improper or inadequate

use, or for repairs conducted by non-

qualified personnel.

• Do not touch the appliance with wet or

• Keep the appliance separate from water

or other liquids, to avoid electric shock;

do not connect the appliance to the

mains if it is on a damp surface.

• Place the appliance on a dry, firm and

• Do not allow children or the disabled to

handle the appliance unsupervised.

• This appliance should not be used

by physically, sensorially or mentally

handicapped people or people without

experience or knowledge of it (including

children), unless they are supervised or

instructed in the use of the appliance by

a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be watched to ensure

they do not play with the appliance.

• For greater protection, we recommend

installing a residual current device

(RCD) with an operational residual

current not exceeding 30 mA. Ask your

installer for advice.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended

when it is turned on because it can be

• When removing the plug never pull on

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning or

• In the event of fault or malfunction

where the appliance is not to be used,

turn off the appliance and do not

attempt to repair. If a repair is required,

contact a Technical Assistance Service

authorised by the manufacturer and

request the use of original spare parts.

• If the cable for this appliance is

• Before using this appliance for the first

time, read the following instructions

carefully and keep them for future

• Make sure that the mains voltage

in your home corresponds to that

indicated on the appliance.

• In the event of incompatibility between

the mains socket and the appliance

plug, replace the socket with a suitable

one, using a qualified professional.

• The electrical safety of the appliance

is only guaranteed if it is connected

to an efficient earth installation, as

foreseen in applicable electrical safety

regulations. If in doubt, contact a

qualified professional.

• The use of adaptors, multiple sockets

and or extension cables is not

recommended. Where it is not possible

to avoid their use, only adaptors or

extensions that comply with applicable

safety regulations should be used, and

ensuring that the indicated voltage limit

• After removing the packaging, check

that the appliance is in perfect

condition, if in doubt, contact the

3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS See characteristics plate.

This product complies with the European

Directives on Electromagnetic Compatibility

damaged, contact an authorised

Technical Assistance Service for it to be

• Do not leave the appliance exposed to

the elements (rain, sun, ice, etc.).

• Do not use or let any part of the

appliance come into contact or near

hot surfaces (kitchen gas or electric

• Do not use detergents or abrasive

sponges to clean the appliance.

• Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the

• Do not let the cable come into contact

with the hot parts of the appliance.

• The blade is very sharp. Handle it

carefully to avoid cuts.

• Do not fill the blender any higher than

the maximum level (1500 ml).

• Do not remove the jug from the motor

base when the appliance is functioning.

• Ensure the jug lid is properly fitted

before using the blender.

• Do not place your hands or any

objects in the jug when the blender is

functioning. If necessary, disconnect

the appliance and use a spatula to

remove any food stuck to the walls of

• Do not submerge the motor base in

water or any other liquid.

• Do not touch the rotating parts while

they are in movement. Always wait for

• This appliance must only be used for

• 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

• When mixing hot liquids/foods excess

pressure may build up inside the

blender and this could make the lid

come off and the contents splash out.

We therefore recommend that you

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before using the blender for the first time,

clean the dispenser cap, jug lid, jug and

blade in warm soapy water and dry them

thoroughly before assembling them again.

ASSEMBLY Unplug the appliance before carrying out

any dismantling or assembly operations.

1. Place the rubber seal (4) on the edge of

the blade unit (5) (Fig. B).

2. Insert the blade unit (5) in the joint (6)

3. Screw the bottom part of the glass jug

(3) onto the joint (6) and turn it anti-

4. Fit the jug onto the motor base (7),

the motor base (7), and then turn it

5. Firmly close the lid (2) (Fig. F).

6. Place the dispensing cap (1) in the hole in

the lid and turn it anti-clockwise (Fig. G).

To dismantle the blender, to clean it for

example, carry out the assembly process in

• Place the mounted blender on a stable

• Before switching on the blender, make

sure the jug is correctly fitted onto the

• Make sure the selector (8) is turned to

• Plug the appliance in.

• Place or pour the ingredients or

beverages to be mixed into the jug

through the jug opening or lid (2).

avoid mixing excessively hot foods and

that you only put very small quantities

of hot liquids or foods into the blender.

• Do not use the blender for very hard

food products, such as bones, shelled

nuts, frozen meats etc., which could

either damage the blade or cause the

• CAUTION: Do not use the unit

continuously more than 2 minutes.11

• Replace the lid (2) along with the top lid

(1) (Fig. G) and switch the mixer on.

• To work continuously, place the selector

(8) in position ‘1’, ‘2’.

- To work at a low speed, turn the

selector to position ‘1’.

- To work at a high speed, turn the

selector to position ‘2’.

• For functioning in discontinuous mode,

turn the selector to P and hold it on this

setting. When you release the selector,

the blender will automatically return to

5. PRACTICAL ADVICE When using the mixer for making drinks,

wash all ingredients well and cut them

into pieces so that they fit into the mixer

• 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 top lid (1) from the jug lid

(2) in order to add ingredients to the jug

(3) while the motor is running.

• 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.

• Do not fill the jug up to more than 2/3

of its capacity, since the action of the

blades may cause it to overspill.

• It is best to place liquid ingredients into

the jug before solid ones. The liquid

helps to mix the items more quickly and

• 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 require.

• If the consistency you require is not

obtained rapidly, stop the appliance by

turning the selector to ‘0’ and:

- Turn the selector to the

- Reduce the quantity of food to be

• 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 you begin mixing, hold the mixer

• Remove any dampness or liquid on the

mixer base immediately, using kitchen

• Do not work with thick mixtures or heavy

food items. If the motor is unable to

work freely, it will stop. If this happens:

- Add a little liquid to the mixture.

- Stop the mixer for a few seconds

and use a spatula to clean the sides

of the jug and push the ingredients

- Empty the jug a little.

NOTE: CUT ALL INGREDIENTS INTO CUBES (OF APPROX. 2-3 CM) IN ORDER TO ENSURE A UNIFORM MIX.

To mix ice, follow the steps outlined below:

• Insert the ice cubes into the jug.

• Replace the lid and press and hold P

until the mixture obtains a snow-like

NOTE: WHEN MIXING ICE, ALWAYS HOLD THE JUG LID IN PLACE WITH YOUR HAND.

• Always add a cup of liquid when mixing

6. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING MAKE SURE THAT THE MIXER IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED BEFORE ADDING OR REMOVING ANY OF THE PARTS.

• We recommend that you clean the

appliance immediately after use.

Remove the jug. Remove the lid and

blades before inserting your hand or

fingers into the jug in order to clean it.

• Never try to assemble or disassemble

the mixer for cleaning purposes without

first unplugging it from the mains.

• Use a small toothbrush (not provided) to

remove any food that may have become12

wedged under the blades.

• Clean the motor housing with a damp

cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or

• It is easier to clean the mixer

immediately after use. Pour warm soapy

water into the jug and switch the mixer

on for a few seconds. Switch the mixer

off (‘0’) and remove the jug from the

base. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

• IMPORTANT: Do not wash the blades in

the dishwasher. The pressure and heat

of the water may damage the assembly

and prevent it from rotating, which in

turn may provoke other damage in the

• Unplug the mixer from the mains after

each use and before carrying out any

maintenance or cleaning operation.

• Do not let the cable or plug become

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

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