Piano 217100 - Blender PRINCESS - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	PRINCESS
Model	Piano 217100
Product type	Blender (mixer)
Jar capacity	1500 ml
Maximum ingredient temperature	55°C
Maximum continuous operation time	2 minutes
Cooling time between cycles	3 minutes
Cooling time after motor stop	10 minutes
Usage	Domestic, indoor
Main functions	Mix fruits and vegetables, smoothies, milkshakes, cold soups, dressings, hot and cold sauces
Speeds	Variable (slow and fast) and pulse mode
Power supply	Mains (check voltage on rating plate)
Blade material	Stainless steel (sharp blade)
Spare parts	Blade, sealing ring (blade), jar, sealing ring (lid), lid, lid insert
Cleaning	Hand wash with soapy water; do not put in dishwasher
Safety	Do not immerse, do not use if damaged, sharp blade, do not run empty
Repairability	Parts replaced by manufacturer or authorized repairer
Warranty	Consult manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions - Piano 217100 PRINCESS

How to use the Piano 217100 blender?

Cut fruits or vegetables into pieces suitable for the jar size. Place them in the jar, assemble the lid and insert. Plug in the appliance, press the on/off button (1) for slow speed or button I/II (2) for fast speed. Use pulse mode by holding button (2) pressed. Do not exceed 2 minutes of continuous operation.

Can you blend hot liquids with this blender?

Yes, but the maximum ingredient temperature is 55°C. For lukewarm liquids, hold the lid down with your hand to prevent leaks due to steam pressure.

How to clean the blender blade?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool down. Wash the blade with soapy water. Caution: the blade is very sharp. Do not clean in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

What to do if the blender motor stops during use?

Immediately turn off the appliance and unplug it. Wait at least 10 minutes for the motor to cool completely before using again. This may be due to overload: reduce the amount of ingredients.

Can I put blender parts in the dishwasher?

No, do not wash the appliance or its accessories in the dishwasher. Wash them by hand with soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.

How long can I run the blender continuously?

Do not exceed 2 minutes of continuous operation. After 2 minutes, stop the appliance and let it cool for 3 minutes before restarting.

How to properly assemble the blender?

Place the sealing ring on the blade, then mount the blade at the bottom of the jar by turning clockwise. Mount the jar on the appliance by turning clockwise. Add the sealing ring on the lid, place the lid on the jar and lock the insert by turning clockwise.

Why won't the blender start?

Check that the mains plug is connected and the power button is on (indicator light). Make sure the jar is correctly mounted and the lid is properly in place. If the problem persists, the appliance may be overheating: unplug and wait 10 minutes.

Can I blend solid foods like ice cubes?

The blender is designed to blend fresh fruits and vegetables, not very hard foods like ice cubes or bones. Cut ingredients into small pieces before putting them in the jar.

How to change speed during blending?

To switch from slow speed to fast speed (or vice versa), press button I/II (2). You can also adjust the desired speed using the speed control button (3). In pulse mode, hold button (2) pressed.

USER MANUAL Piano 217100 PRINCESS

Read the manual carefully before use. Keep the manual for future reference.

Only use the appliance and the accessories for their intended purposes. Do not use the appliance and the accessories for other purposes than described in the manual. Do not use the appliance if any part or any accessory is damaged or defective. If a part or an accessory is damaged or defective, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised repair agent.

The 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 appliance.

Do not use the appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water. Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. If the appliance is immersed in water or other liquids, do not remove the appliance with your hands. Immediately remove the mains plug from the wall socket. If the appliance is immersed in water or other liquids, do not use the appliance again. Clean the appliance and the accessories. Refer to the section "Cleaning and maintenance".

Electrical safety

Before use, always check that the mains voltage is the same as the voltage on the rating plate of the appliance.

The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

Connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. If necessary, use an earthed extension cable of a suitable diameter (at least 3 × 1 ~mm^2 ).

For additional protection, install a residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual operating current that does not exceed 30mA .

Make sure that water cannot enter the contact plugs of the mains cable and the extension cable.

Always fully unwind the mains cable and the extension cable. Make sure that the mains cable does not hang over the edge of a worktop and cannot be caught accidentally or tripped over.

Keep the mains cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance if the mains cable or the mains plug is damaged or defective. If the mains cable or the mains plug is damaged or defective, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised repair agent.

Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the mains plug from the mains.

Disconnect the mains plug from the mains when the appliance is not in use, before assembly or disassembly and before cleaning and maintenance.

Safety instructions for blenders

The appliance is suitable for domestic use only.

Do not use the appliance - outdoors.

Place the appliance on a stable and flat surface.

Keep the appliance away from heat sources. Do not place the appliance on hot surfaces or near open flame

Do not use the appliance for. - pressing fruits or vegetables.

Do not use the appliance for beating eggs.

Do not use the appliance for - kneading dough.

Do not use the appliance for grinding meat.

Do not use the appliance with an empty jar.

Always mount the jar lid and the jar lid insert before switching on the appliance.

• Do not leave the appliance switched on continuously for more than two minutes.

Make sure that your hands are dry before touching the appliance.

Beware of sharp parts. Keep your hands away from the moving parts during use and during cleaning and maintenance. The appliance uses a sharp blade.

Beware of hot parts. Wait until the appliance has cooled down before touching the housing and the parts of the appliance. The appliance becomes hot during use.

Be extra careful during clean and maintenance. Be extra careful when emptying the jar. Be extra careful when handling the sharp blade. Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.

Cleaning and maintenance

The appliance must be cleaned after each use.

Warning!

• Before cleaning or maintenance, switch off the appliance, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and wait until the appliance has cooled down.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Always be careful when cleaning the blade. The blade is very sharp. Risk of personal injury. Caution!
• Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the appliance.
• Do not use sharp objects to clean the appliance.
• Do not clean the appliance and the accessories in the dishwasher.

Regularly check the appliance for possible damage.

Clean the outside of the appliance with a soft, damp cloth. Thoroughly dry the outside of the appliance with a clean, dry cloth.

Clean the accessories:

• Clean the blade in soapy water. Clean the seal ring in soapy water.
• Clean the jar, the jar lid and the jar lid insert in soapy water. Clean the seal ring in soapy water.
• Rinse the accessories under running water.
• Thoroughly dry the accessories.

Description (fig. A)

Your 217100 Princess blender has been designed for the following applications: mashing fruits and vegetables; preparing smoothies, shakes

juices; preparing cold soups; preparing dressings, dips and sauces. The maximum capacity of the jar is 1,500ml . The appliance is suitable for indoor use only. The appliance is suitable for domestic use only.

Warning!

• The appliance has been designed for mixing cold and lukewarm ingredients (max. 55^ ). It is recommended not to use the appliance for mixing hot liquids and solids. Hot liquids and solids can easily cause the jar to break and the jar lid to abruptly come off the appliance due to steam pressure. Keep the jar lid pressed with your hand when mixing lukewarm liquids to prevent leakage.

• On/off button

• I/II button / Pulse button
• Speed control button
• Blade
• Seal ring (blade)
• Jar
• Seal ring (jar lid)
• Jar lid
• Jar lid insert

Assembly (fig. A)

Warning!

• Before assembly or disassembly, switch off the appliance, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and wait until the appliance has cooled down.

Place the seal ring (5) onto the blade (4).
Mount the blade (4) to the bottom of the jar (6). Lock the blade (4) by turning it clockwise.
Mount the jar (6) onto the appliance. Lock the jar (6) by turning it clockwise.
Mount the seal ring (7) to the jar lid (8).
Mount the jar lid (8) onto the jar (6).
Mount the jar lid insert (9) into the jar lid (8). Lock the jar lid insert (9) by turning it clockwise.

Use

Switching on and off / Setting the speed (fig. A)

Warning!

• Do not switch on the appliance when the jar is empty.
• Do not leave the appliance switched on continuously for more than two minutes. After two minutes, switch off the appliance and allow it to cool down for three minutes before switching it on again.

To switch on the appliance with continuous low speed, press the on/off button (1).

To switch on the appliance with continuous high speed, press the I/II button (2).

To switch between continuous low and high speed, press the I/II button (2) again. To set the required speed, press the corresponding speed control button (3).

To switch on the appliance in pulse mode, keep the pulse button (2) pressed. Do not press the on/off button (1) or any of the speed control buttons (3).

To switch off the appliance, press the on/off button (1) again.

Hints for use

Warning!

• Do not exceed the maximum mark on the juice level indicator.
• Do not overload the appliance. Do not put too many ingredients into the jar at one time. If the motor stops, immediately switch off the appliance, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and allow the appliance to cool down for at least 10 minutes.

Cut the fruit and/or vegetables into pieces. Make sure that the pieces of fruit and/or vegetables fit in the jar.

Put the pieces of fruit and/or vegetables into the jar.

Assemble the appliance. Refer to the section "Assembly".

Insert the mains plug into the wall socket. The power indicator comes on.

• Switch on the appliance. The appliance blends the ingredients in a few seconds. The longer the appliance is switched on, the finer the ingredients will be blended.

• If necessary, add more pieces of fruit and/or vegetables:

• Switch off the appliance.

• Turn the jar lid insert counterclockwise to remove it from the jar lid.
• Cut the fruit and/or vegetables into pieces.
  Make sure that the pieces of fruit and/or vegetables fit in the jar.
• Put the pieces of fruit and/or vegetables into the jar.
• If the pieces are too large for the filling opening of the jar lid, remove the jar lid and add the pieces of fruit and/or vegetables.
• Mount the jar lid onto the jar.
• Mount the jar lid insert into the jar lid.
• Switch on the appliance. The appliance blends the ingredients in a few seconds. The longer the appliance is switched on, the finer the ingredients will be blended.

After use, switch off the appliance. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. The power indicator goes off.
- Allow the appliance to cool down completely.