BL 5040 - Blender GRUNDIG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Hand blender
Brand	Grundig
Model	BL 5040
Power supply	220-240 V ~, 50 Hz
Power	400 W
Noise level	80 dB(A)
Number of speeds	2 (levels I and II)
Blade material	Stainless steel
Whisk material	Stainless steel
Functions	Blending, chopping, whisking
Maximum chopping capacity (meat)	200 g
Maximum continuous usage time (blender/chopper)	1 minute
Maximum continuous usage time (whisk)	3 minutes
Included accessories	Hand blender, balloon whisk, chopper (bowl + lid + blade), measuring jug, wall mount with screws and dowels
Safety	Very sharp blades, do not immerse base, unplug before cleaning, use on stable surface
Cleaning of removable parts	Whisk, chopper bowl, blade and measuring jug are dishwasher safe; other parts hand wash
Repairability	Repair by dealer, authorized center or qualified person only
Certifications	CE, compliance with directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC

Frequently Asked Questions - BL 5040 GRUNDIG

How to use the hand blender to prepare soup?

Place the cut ingredients in the measuring jug. Connect the base unit to the blender, immerse the blender in the ingredients then press and hold the On/Off level I button. Move the appliance slowly up and down. Release the button to stop.

Can I chop hard foods like ice cubes or coffee beans?

No, the chopper is not designed for extremely hard foods. Avoid ice cubes, coffee beans, nutmeg, grains and bones. Remove stems, shells and bones before chopping.

Which parts can be washed in the dishwasher?

The following parts are dishwasher safe: the balloon whisk, the chopper bowl, the chopper blade and the measuring jug. The other parts (blender, chopper lid, whisk holder) must be hand washed with warm soapy water.

How long can I use the appliance without interruption?

For the blender and chopper, do not exceed 1 minute of continuous use. For the whisk, the maximum is 3 minutes. Allow the appliance to cool down sufficiently between uses.

What to do if the chopper blade does not rotate properly?

First unplug the appliance. Remove the base unit and the chopper lid. Check if any food is blocking the blade. If food sticks to the walls, use a spatula to scrape it off. Never touch the blade with bare hands.

Can I blend hot food directly in a pot?

Yes, but remove the pot from the heat first to avoid overheating the blender. Let the food cool to 80°C or less before blending.

How to install the wall mount bracket?

Hold the bracket at the desired location, mark the two holes, drill and insert the dowels. Secure the bracket with the provided screws. Ensure not to drill into electrical cables or water pipes.

Is the appliance suitable for making mayonnaise?

Yes, the hand blender is perfect for preparing sauces like mayonnaise. Use the blender at speed I and move it slowly to emulsify.

What to do in case of malfunction or damaged cord?

Do not use the appliance. Have it repaired or replaced by the dealer, an authorized repair center or a qualified person. Never disassemble the appliance yourself.

Can the appliance be used by persons with reduced capabilities?

Yes, under supervision of a responsible person after receiving instructions. Never let children play with the appliance. Store it out of their reach.

USER MANUAL BL 5040 GRUNDIG

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Please read this instruction manual thoroughly prior to using this appliance! Follow all safety instructions in order to avoid damages due to improper use!

Keep the instruction manual for future reference. Should this appliance be given to a third party, than this instruction manual must also be handed over.

■ The blades are very sharp! Handle the sharp blades with utmost care, especially during removing and cleaning, in order to avoid injuries.

■ Never clean the appliance with bare hands. Use always a brush.

- Do not touch any moving parts of the appliance. Do not attach or remove the parts until the unit comes to a full stop.

■ Always keep hair, clothing and any other utensils away from the appliance during operation in order to prevent injury and damages.

■ The appliance is intended for domestic use only.

- Check if the mains voltage on the rating label corresponds to your local mains supply. The only way to disconnect the appliance from the mains is to pull out the plug.

- Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance.

For additional protection, this appliance should be connected to a household faulty current protection switch with no more than 30 mA. Consult your electrician for advice.

- Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or power plug in water or in other liquids.

■ Always pull out the power plug before assembling the appliance, after using the appliance, before disassembling, before cleaning the appliance, before leaving the room or if a fault occurs. Do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the cord.

■ Prevent damage to the power cord by not squeezing, bending or rubbing it on sharp edges. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces and open flames.

- Do not use an extension cord with the appliance.

■ Never use the appliance if the power cord or the appliance is damaged.

- Our GRUNDIG Household Appliances meet applicable safety standards, thus if the appliance or power cord is damaged, it must be repaired or replaced by the dealer, a service centre or a similarly qualified and authorized service person to avoid any dangers. Faulty or unqualified repair work may cause danger and risks to the user.

- Do not dismantle the appliance under any circumstances. No warranty claims are accepted for damage caused by improper handling.

- Keep the appliance always out of the reach of children.

The appliance should not be used by the following persons, including children: those with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities and also those with a lack of experience and knowledge. This does not apply to the latter if they were instructed in the use of the appliance or if they use it under the supervision of a person responsible for their safety. Children should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- Do not leave the appliance unattended as long as it is in use. Extreme caution is advised when the appliance is being used near children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities.

■ Before using of the appliance for first time, clean all parts which come into contact with food carefully. Please see details in the "Cleaning and Care" section.

■ Dry the appliance and all parts before connecting it to the mains supply and before attaching the accessories.

- Do not operate the appliance without the ingredients in the measuring beaker or chopper.

■ Never place the appliance, attachments, power cord or plug on hot surfaces such as gas burner, electric burner, heated oven or hot liquids and foods. Leave hot food and liquids cool down to min. 80°C or less, before operation.

■ Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.

■ Never switch on the appliance for longer as you need to process the food.

■ Never use the appliance with damp or wet hands.
■ Operate the appliance with delivered parts only.
■ The appliance is constructed to process only common household quantities.
■ Do not use the appliance if the blades are damaged or show signs of wear.
■ Always use the appliance on a stable, flat, clean and dry surface.
■ Make sure that there is no danger that the power cord could be accidentally pulled or that someone could trip over it when the appliance is in use.
■ Position the appliance in such a way that the plug is always accessible.
A spatula may be used to remove the food from the measuring beaker or chopping bowl. To do this, the appliance must be switched off.

This appliance is not suitable for crushing ice or for dry or hard foods as the blades will become dull quickly.
■ Remove bones and stones from food to prevent the blades or the appliance from becoming damaged.
In order to reduce the risk of injury, never set the blades of the appliance onto the base, if the chopper is not sitting properly.
■ Make sure that the cover of the chopper is sitting properly before you switch on the appliance.
■ This appliance should not be in operation for longer than 15 seconds if it is not processing anything.
This appliance is intended for short periods of use and may not be used for longer than 1 minute (hand blender or chopper) or 3 minutes (whisk) at a time. After use, let the appliance cool down sufficiently.

AT A GLANCE

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new GRUNDIG Hand Blender BL 5040.

Please read the following user notes carefully to ensure you can enjoy your quality product from GRUNDIG for many years to come.

Special features

The appliance is perfectly suitable for preparing of sauces, dips, soups, mayonnaise and baby food, as well as for mixing drinks and milkshakes, chopping of vegetables, culinary herbs, meat, fruits, nuts and cheese.

The GRUNDIG Hand Blender is equipped with;

■ Powerful 400 Watt motor.
■ High-quality stainless steel blender, blades and -balloon whisk attachment.
■ 900ml chopping bowl.
■ Multifunctional measuring beaker.

Maximum quantities and processing time

Refer to the table for the maximum quantities and processing time

Ingredients	Maximum quantities	Processing time
Meat/fish 200 g	10-15 seconds
Herbs 20 g 20 seconds
Nuts 200 g 15 seconds
Cheese 150 g 15 seconds
Bread 1 slice	20 seconds
Eggs (hard-boiled)	2 egg	5 seconds
Onions (cut in 8 pieces)	100 g 10 seconds

AT A GLANCE

Controls, parts and accessories

See the illustration on page 3.

Controls and parts

A Hanging loop
B Power cord and plug
c On/Off button, level I
D On/Off button, level II
E Base unit
F Whisk holder

OPERATION

Preparation

Note

• Your Hand Blender has been designed for small quantities of food and should not be used for any other application.
  1 Remove all packaging and sticker materials and dispose of them according to the applicable legal regulation.
  2 Before using of the appliance for first time, clean parts which come into contact with food (See the "Cleaning and care" section).
  3 Prepare the food in small pieces before using the appliance.

Blending

1 Put the food that you would like to puree or mix in the measuring beaker ☐ or in any other similar bowl.
2 Connect the base unit E to the blender G by putting the blender onto the base unit. Turn the base unit to the left.

Make sure the blender is properly attached to the base unit.

3 Insert the plug B into the wall socket.
4 Immerse the blender G in the measuring beaker I, where the ingredients to be blended are.

Note

To prevent the ingredients from splashing, do not press the On/Off button level I C and On/Off button level II D until the blender has been immersed in the ingredients.
5 Press and hold down the On/Off button level

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G Blender
H Balloon whisk
Measuring beaker
J Chopper lid
K Chopping blade
L Chopping bowl

Accessories

M Wall mounting attachment
2 x screws
2 x dowels

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- The appliance starts operating.

Notes

■ Always use the appliance on level I. If necessary, press and hold down the On/Off button level II D. Once you release the On/Off button level I C, the appliance switches off automatically.
- Do not use the appliance for longer than one minute at a time.
6 Move the appliance slowly up and down and in circles to blend the ingredients.
7 Release the On/Off button level I C or On/Off button level II D when you finish the process and disconnect the power plug from the socket.
8 Remove the mixture from the measuring beaker 1.
9 Disassemble the blender G from the base unit E by turning the base unit to the right and pulling it off.

Notes

• Do not overfill the measuring beaker or other similar bowl to prevent the mixture from overflowing. Smaller amounts can be processed easier.
  If you would like to use the blender directly in the cooking pot, first take the cooking pot out off the stove to prevent the blender from overheating.
• Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 1 minute, in order to prevent overheating of the appliance.
  ■ Never switch on the appliance for longer as you need to process the food.

Chopping

Notes

• Do not chop extremely hard items such as coffee beans, ice cubes, nutmeg, grains and bones. Remove stalks from herbs, shells from nuts, bones, tendons and gristle from meat.
  ■ Prepare the food in small pieces (total max. 200 g).

1 Put the chopping bowl ☐ on a stable, flat, clean and dry surface.

2 Place the chopping blade K onto the spindle in the chopping bowl L.

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■ The chopping blade is very sharp, be careful while placing the chopping blade K. Do not touch the chopping blade with bare hands.
3 Place the ingredients in the chopping bowl L.
4 Put the chopper lid ☐ onto the chopping bowl ☐.
5 Put the base unit E onto the chopper lid J. Turn the base unit to the left so that it is firmly locked into place. Make sure the base unit is securely attached to the chopper unit.

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■ During operation always hold the chopping bowl with one hand to prevent falling over.
6 Insert the plug B into the wall socket.

7 Press and hold down the On/Off button level II D.

- The appliance starts operating.

Notes

• Do not use the chopper for longer than 1 minute at a time.
  ■ You will achieve the best results if you press the On/Off button, level II D intermittently.

8 Release the On/Off button level II ☐ when you finish the process and disconnect the power plug from the wall socket.
9 Disassemble the base unit E from the chopper lid J by turning the base unit to the right and pulling it off.
10 Take the chopper lid J off. Take the chopping blade K out of the chopping bowl L carefully prior to emptying the chopped food.

Note

If the chopper does not work or if the chopping blade K only turns slowly, first pull out the power plug B. Then take the base unit E and the chopper lid J off. Check the chopping bowl L to see if there is something blocking the chopping blade. Maybe you put too much hard food in the chopping bowl.
If the ingredients stick to the side of the chopping bowl L, a spatula may be used to remove the food from the chopping bowl. To do this, the appliance must be switched off.
- Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 1 minute, in order to prevent overheating of the appliance.

Caution

- Do not touch the chopping blade with your bare hands. The chopping blade is very sharp.

Whisking

Notes

• You can use the balloon whisk H for whipping cream and beating eggs.
  ■ Never use more than 4 egg whites or 400 ml cream.

1 Put the balloon whisk H onto the whisk holder F until it clicks into place.
2 Connect the base unit E to the whisk holder F by putting the whisk holder onto the base unit. Turn the base unit to the left. Make sure that the whisk holder is securely attached into the base unit.
3 Put the ingredients that you would like to process in the measuring beaker 1 or in any other similar bowl.
4 Connect the power plug B into the wall socket.
5 Hold the balloon whisk H into the mixture to be processed.
6 Press and hold the On/Off button level I C or II D.

- The appliance starts operating.

7 Move the appliance slowly up and down and in circles to whisk the ingredients.
8 Release the On/Off button level I C or II D when you finish the process and disconnect the power plug from the wall socket.
9 Remove the mixture from the measuring beaker.
10 Disassemble the base unit E from the whisk holder F by turning the base unit to the right and pulling it off.

Note

• Do not operate the appliance for longer than 3 minutes at a time.
• Do not overfill the measuring beaker ^1 , or the similar bowl to prevent the mixture from overflowing. Smaller amounts can be processed easier.
  If you would like to use the balloon whisk directly in the cooking pot, first take the cooking pot out off the stove to prevent the balloon whisk from overheating.

INFORMATION

Installing the wall mounting attachment

You can put your appliance to a practical place by mounting the wall mounting attachment.

1 Hold the wall mounting attachment M in the desired position on the wall. Mark the two drill holes. Drill the holes and insert the supplied dowels.

Caution

■ Make sure that you do not drill into electrical lines or water pipes!
2 Secure the wall mounting attachment M to the wall using the supplied screws and dowels.
3 You can place the base unit E on the wall mounting attachment M.

Note

The base unit can also be hung on a hook with the hanging loop A.

Cleaning and care

Caution

■ Never use petrol, solvents or abrasive cleaners, metal objects or hard brushes to clean the appliance.
- Do not touch the chopping blades with bare hands. The blades are very sharp. Use a brush!
■ Never put the base unit E or power cord in water or any other liquids and never hold them under running water.

1 Turn the appliance off and disconnect it from the wall socket.
2 Let the appliance cool down completely.
3 Use a damp soft cloth to clean the base unit E.
4 Immediately after using, clean the blender G, chopper lid J and whisk holder F with warm, soapy water and dry them thoroughly. Never submerge them in dishwater.
5 Only the following parts can be cleaned in dishwasher: balloon whisk H, chopping bowl L, chopping blade K and measuring beaker I.

Note

■ Before using or storing the appliance after cleaning, dry all parts carefully using a soft towel.

Storage

If you do not want to use the hand blender for a long period of time, please store it carefully. Make sure the appliance is unplugged and completely dry.

Store it in a cool, dry place.

Make sure the appliance is always kept out of reach of children.

Environmental note

This product has been made from high-quality material and parts, which can be reused and are also suitable for recycling.

Therefore, do not dispose of the product along with normal household waste at the end of its service life. Take it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. This is indicated by this symbol on the

product, in the operating manual and on the packaging.

Please consult your local authorities to find out where the nearest collection point is.

Reusing and recycling of old appliances is an important contribution for protecting our environment.

Technical data

This product conforms to the European directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC

Power supply: 220 - 240 V\~, 50 Hz

Power: 400 W

Noise level: 80 dB(A)

Technical and design modifications reserved.

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