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USER MANUAL HM 5040 GRUNDIG

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 appliance is designed for domestic use only.
- Do not use the appliance outdoors or in the bathroom.
- 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.
- For additional protection, this appliance should be connected to a household faulty current protection switch with no more than 30mA . Consult your electrician for advice.
- Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or power plug in water or in other liquids.

• Disconnect the power plug after using the appliance, before cleaning the appliance, before leaving the room or if a fault occurs. Do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the cord.
• Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance.
• 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. Please see details in the "Cleaning and Care" section.
- Dry the appliance before connecting it to mains supply.
- Never operate or place any part of this appliance on or near to hot surfaces such as gas burner, electric burner or heated oven.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
- Operate the appliance with delivered parts only.
- Do not use the appliance with damp or wet hands.
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.
- Hold the appliance by the handle only.

• Do not stick any foreign objects on the appliance.
• Do not touch any moving parts on this appliance. Wait until the appliance has come to a complete standstill. Remember that long hair, loose clothing, jewellery and kitchen utensils could pose a danger should they get caught in the mixer.
  While the appliance is in operation, do not put any objects into the moving parts. There is a risk of injury.
• To avoid splashes, put the whisk/dough hook completely into the food mixture first before switching on the mixer.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. The Hand Mixer is designed for mixing and whisking of food only.
• Never release the attachments while the appliance is in operation.
  The hand mixer should be used on high speed for no longer than 3 minutes. Let the appliance cool down to room temperature before further use.

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new GRUNDIG Hand Mixer HM 5040.

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

Symbols and their meanings

These symbols are used throughout this guide:

i	Important information and recommendations regarding the use of the appliance.

Warning: Warn- ings on personal injury or property damage.

Suitable for contact with food.

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

Electric shock protection rating

Special features

Your Hand Mixer is perfectly suitable for mixing, whisking, beating food and preparing dough.

The GRUNDIG Hand Mixer is equipped with:

Valuable Stainless Steel Beater and Dough Hook.
300 Watt output.
5 speed settings.
Turbo Setting.

Whisk

By using beaters, you can prepare light batter mixture, eggs, egg whites, whipping cream, mayonnaise, puree, creams, sauces and pudding mixtures.

Knead

By using dough hooks, you can prepare heavy yeast dough and pastry dough, such as potato dough for making potato dumplings and potato pancakes.

Controls and parts

See the figure on page 3.

A Turbo button
B Speed control and accessory release switch
C Handle
D Accessory slots for beaters and dough hooks
E Distance spacer on dough hook
Dough hooks
Beaters

Preparation

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 beaters and dough hooks (See the "Cleaning and care" section).

Operation

1 Make sure that the power cord has been disconnected from the wall socket and the speed control and accessory release switch B is on speed 0 prior to attaching the beater or dough hooks to the mixer.
2 Insert the beaters or dough hooks into the accessory slots for beaters and dough hooks on the mixer until they lock into place.

Notes

Insert dough hook with distance spacer E in the larger of the two accessory slots.
The beaters can be inserted into either accessory slots D.

3 Insert the plug into the wall socket.
4 Hold the beaters or dough hooks into the food mixture before switching the hand mixer on.
5 Set the speed control and accessory release switch on the desired speed (1 to 5 speed settings).

• The appliance begins to operate.

Note

Select a suitable speed level, depending on the type of food. While mixing, you can press the Turbo button A to briefly raise the speed level to the maximum speed. The speed of the Turbo button A corresponds to the level 5 of

the speed control and accessory release switch B.

Caution

Make sure that the operating time of the hand mixer does not exceed 3 minutes at a time.
6 After you finish operation, set the speed control and accessory release switch B to speed 0. After rotation has been stopped pull out the beaters / dough hook from the food mixture.
7 Disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
Hold the beaters G or dough hooks F with one hand and push the speed control and accessory release switch B.

• The beaters G or dough hooks F will be released.

Caution

Only press the speed control and release switch B if it is on position 0.

Hints and tips

Cold food, such as butter and eggs should be brought to room temperature prior to blending them. Thus leave these types of food at room temperature for a while before mixing them.
To avoid mixing egg shells in with the food already in the container, put them into a separate container first. Then add them to the mixture.
Remember that climatic conditions, seasonal temperature differences, temperature and consistency of the ingredients could affect the preparation time necessary as well as the results.
Always start blending on a low speed. Increase the speed gradually until you have reached the recommended speed for the food you are mixing.

Cleaning and care

Caution

• Never use petrol, solvents or abrasive cleaners, metal objects or hard brushes to clean the appliance.
  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 exterior of the appliance.

Caution

• Never put the appliance or power cord in water or any other liquids and never hold them under running water.
  4 Clean the beaters G or dough hooks F with warm, soapy water. Then rinse the beaters or dough hooks with clear water and dry them off thoroughly. The beaters or dough hooks can also be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Note

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

Storage

If you do not plan to use the appliance for a long period of time, please store it carefully. Wrap the power cord around the appliance. Make sure the appliance is unplugged and completely dry. Store the appliance in a cool, dry place. Make sure the appliance is kept out of the reach of children.

Compliance with the WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product:

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

This symbol indicates that this product shall not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its service life. Used device must be returned to official collection point for

recycling of electrical and electronic devices. To

find these collection systems please contact to your local authorities or retailer where the product was purchased. Each household performs an important role in recovering and recycling of old appliance. Appropriate disposal of used appliance helps prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Compliance with RoHS Directive

The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.

Package information

Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dis

pose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

Technical data

Power supply: 220V-240V~50Hz

Power: 300 W

Noise Level: 80 dB (A)

Technical and design modifications reserved.

This product is under guarantee for three years.

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

Technical information on the operating Low Power Modes pursuant to EU Regulation 2023/826
Mode Power Consumption(Watt) Period(Minutes)*
Off 0,3 W N/A
Standby N/A N/A
Standby Mode with information or status display	N/A N/A
Networked Standby N/A	N/A
*:The period after which the equipment reaches automatically standby mode, off mode or networked standby in minutes and rounded to the nearest minute.

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