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USER MANUAL Cook 'n' Mix SSKE 300 A1 SILVERCREST

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User manual and service information

Technical specifications 6

Safety instructions 6

Copyright 12

Before you start 12

Getting started 13

Assembling and setting up the soupmaker 13

Use 14

Filling the blender jug. 14

Attaching the blender jug to the motor unit 14

Switching on / selecting function 14

Overview of buttons and functions 15

Making soup 16

Strainer 16

Boiling eggs 17

Heating up soup 17

Preparing vegetable purées 18

Preparing fruit compote. 18

Using the soupmaker as a blender (for milkshakes, smoothies and cremes) 19

Removing the blender jug from the motor unit 19

After use 20

Maintenance/cleaning 20

Cleaning the blender jug 20

Cleaning the motor unit 21

Cleaning the accessories 21

Troubleshooting 21

Environmental regulations and disposal information 22

Conformity 22

Warranty information 23

Introduction

Thank you for buying a SilverCrest product.

The SSKE 300 A1 soupmaker with blend function, hereinafter referred to as the soupmaker, can be used to cook, puree, blend and chop food.

Intended use

This soupmaker is suitable exclusively for use indoors, in dry, enclosed spaces.

This soupmaker is intended for domestic and similar use, for example:

• in staff kitchens in shops, offices and other commercial premises;
• in agricultural enterprises;
• by customers in hotels, motels and other accommodation facilities;
• in bed and breakfast establishments.

This soupmaker is not intended for commercial use. Non-food substances should not be processed.

Always make sure the soupmaker is on a stable surface.

The soupmaker fulfils all relevant norms and standards associated with CE Conformity. Any modifications to the appliance other than recommended changes by the manufacturer may result in these standards no longer being met.

Predictable misuse

• Only heat the blender jug (3) using the specially designed motor unit (6). Never place it on a stove to heat it and do not use the motor unit from a different soupmaker.
• The measuring cap (1) may only be open while the appliance is running in BLEND or PULSE mode. All other functions heat the contents and bring them to the boil. In such cases there is a risk of burns when opening the measuring cap (1)!
• The soupmaker is not designed for use with an external timer or a separate remote control system.

Package contents

Remove the soupmaker and all the accessories from the packaging. Remove the packaging material and check that all components are complete and undamaged. If you find anything missing or damaged, please contact the manufacturer.

A. Soupmaker

Motor unit with power cable and plug

Blender jug with cutting blade

Lid with measuring cap

B. Cleaning sponge
C. Strainer
D. Egg basket
E. Cleaning brush

These operating instructions (no image)

Controls

These operating instructions have a fold-out cover. On the inside of the cover, the soupmaker is shown with a numbered key. The meanings of the numbers are as follows:

1 Measuring cap 6 Motor unit
2	Lid	7	Control	panel
3	Blender jug with cutting blade 8, 10			Control panel buttons (see page 15) and 12 to 16
4	Handle	9	Power	cable
5	Scale	11	Non-slip	feet

Technical specifications

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Model name: SSKE 300 A1

Operating voltage: 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power: Blend function max. 300W, heating function max. 900W

SO time*: 3 minutes

Power cable length: approx. 105cm

Dimensions: approx. 225 × 208 × 410 ~mm (W × D × H)

Weight: approx. 2705g (without accessories)

• The short operating time (SO time) is the maximum permitted continuous operating time in PULSE mode without the electric motor overheating and potentially being damaged. After this operating period, you must switch off the soupmaker and wait for the motor to cool down to ambient temperature.

Safety instructions

Before you use this appliance for the first time, please read the following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place for future reference. If you sell the appliance or give it away, pass on the user manual at the same time. It forms part of the product.

Explanation of symbols

In this user manual, warnings are used as follows. Some of these symbols are affixed to the product itself in order to alert the user to potential risks.

Risk of electric shock!

This symbol warns of risks which could, if left unheeded, cause damage to life and limb through electric shock.

Risk of burns!

This symbol warns of hot surfaces.

Risk of fire!

This symbol warns that fires could start if the warning is left unheeded.

WARNING!

This symbol denotes important information for the safe operation of the product and user safety. It warns against risks which could, if left unheeded, cause danger to life and limb, injuries or material damage.

This symbol denotes further information on the topic.

Children and persons with disabilities

This appliance is not to be used by children. The appliance and its power cable should be kept out of the reach of children. Appliances may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities and/or who have no experience in, or knowledge of, using such appliances providing they are supervised or have been instructed in how to use the appliance safely and have understood the associated risks. Do not allow children to play with the appliance.

Risk of suffocation!

Packaging material is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with plastic bags. There is a risk of suffocation.

Risk of falling objects!

Make sure that children cannot pull the appliance from the work surface by the power cable. There is a danger of injury.

Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.

General safety instructions

Risk of electric shock!

• The power cable (9) must not be damaged. Never replace a damaged power cable (9), instead contact our hotline (see "Warranty information" on page 23). There is a risk of electric shock in the case of a damaged power cable (9).
• Do not open the motor unit housing (6), it contains no serviceable parts. Opening the housing can expose you to the risk of electric shock.
• If you notice any smoke, unusual noises or strange smells, switch off the appliance immediately and remove the plug from the wall outlet. If this occurs, do not continue to use the appliance and have it checked out by an expert. Never inhale smoke from a possible appliance fire. If you do inadvertently inhale smoke, seek

medical attention. Smoke inhalation can be damaging to your health.

• Make sure that the power cable (9) cannot be damaged by sharp edges or hot spots.
• Make sure that the power cable (9) cannot become crushed or squashed.
• The appliance must always be disconnected from the mains when left unsupervised and before assembly, disassembly or cleaning.
• When disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug and never on the cable itself.
• If you notice visible damage to the soupmaker or the power cable (9), switch off the appliance, remove the plug from the wall outlet and contact the hotline (see "Warranty information" on page 23).
• Only connect the soupmaker to a properly installed, easily accessible wall outlet whose mains voltage corresponds to that on the rating plate. After connecting the appliance, the wall outlet must still be easily accessible so that you can remove the plug quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Never immerse the motor unit (6), the power cable (9) or the plug in water or other liquids. If liquid does penetrate the motor unit (6), disconnect the plug from the wall outlet immediately and contact the hotline (see

"Warranty information" on page 23).

Risk of burns!

• Never touch the blender jug (3) during or immediately after operation. Only hold or carry the blender jug (3) using the handle (4).
• When the contents boil, hot steam will be emitted. Be careful not to burn yourself. Do not lean over the appliance. Wear oven gloves if necessary.
• The measuring cap (1) may only be open while the appliance is running in BLEND or PULSE mode. All other functions heat the contents and bring them to the boil. In such cases there is a risk of burns when opening the measuring cap (1)!
• Open the lid (2) slowly and away from you so that the hot steam can escape to the rear.
• Only hold or carry the blender jug (3) using the handle (4). Wear oven gloves if necessary.
• Clean the appliance only after it has completely cooled down.
• Only fill the blender jug (3) up to the maximum limit for the relevant content (see the scale (5)). Overfilling can result in the blender jug (3) boiling over and could cause burns or damage to property.
• Only boil the contents with the lid (2) and measuring cap (1) closed. Otherwise the soupmaker could boil over and

cause burns and property damage.

• Do not open the lid (2) or measuring cap (1) while the contents are being heated.

Warning about property damage

• The blender jug (3) should only be used with the motor unit (6) provided.
• Place the soupmaker on an even, stable and heat-resistant surface only. If the soupmaker is not placed on an even surface the movement of the boiling contents could make it tip over, possibly causing damage to property and burns.
• Do not leave the soupmaker unattended while running so you can react quickly in the case of hazards.
• Maintain a clearance of at least 50~cm around the appliance. This will help prevent damage caused by escaping steam.

Risk of overheating and fire

• Do not place the soupmaker on textile surfaces such as a tablecloth.
• Do not place the soupmaker on metal surfaces. These may become very hot and cause a fire.
• Never place the soupmaker under or directly next to flammable items such as curtains or drapes.
• Only ever operate the soupmaker with the blender jug

(3) filled and never empty. Please note the maximum fill level for the relevant content (see the scale (5)).

• Do not use the appliance in direct sunlight or near heating appliances (heaters, stoves, ovens etc.).

Risk of injury

• Never open the lid (2) while the soupmaker is running. Otherwise, rotating bits of food may be thrown out with great force or the appliance may boil over.
• Never reach into the blender jug (3) while the soupmaker is running because the cutting blade is extremely sharp and rotates quickly.
• Never insert cutlery or other stirring implements into the blender jug (3) while the soupmaker is running as the cutting blades rotate very quickly and may cause considerable damage and injury.

Copyright

All the contents of this user manual are protected by copyright and provided to the reader for information only. Copying data and information without the prior explicit written consent of the author is strictly forbidden. This also applies to any commercial use of the contents and information. All texts and diagrams are up-to-date as of the date of printing.

Before you start

Unpack the appliance. First check whether all the parts are complete and undamaged. If any items are missing or damaged, please phone our hotline (see "Warranty information" on page 23). Keep the packaging material away from children and dispose of appropriately.

Getting started

The blender jug (3) should be cleaned before first use. For more on this, please refer to the "Maintenance/cleaning" section on page 20. Before use, ensure that all parts are completely dry.

Assembling and setting up the soupmaker

Warning!

• Only use the appliance in dry, enclosed spaces. Never use it outdoors.
• Place the soupmaker on an even, stable and heat-resistant surface only. If the soupmaker is not placed on an even surface the movement of the boiling contents could make it tip over, possibly causing damage to property and burns.
• Maintain a clearance of at least 50~cm around the appliance. This will help prevent damage caused by escaping steam.

Risk of fire!

• Do not place the appliance on textile surfaces such as a tablecloth.
• Do not place the appliance on metal surfaces. These may become very hot and cause a fire.

• Do not place the appliance under or directly next to flammable objects, e.g. curtains or blinds.

• Place the motor unit (6) on an even, non-slip and dry surface. Do not connect the power cable (9) plug to the wall outlet yet!

• Insert the measuring cap (1) into the lid (2). Align it so that the plastic tabs on the measuring cap (1) fit into the notches on the lid (2). Then rotate the measuring cap (1) clockwise to lock it into place.
• If required, insert the strainer (C) or the egg basket (D) into the blender jug (3). The strainer (C) is locked into place when the lid (2) is closed. The egg basket (D) must be pushed into the blender jug (3) until it locks into place.
• Place the lid (2) on the blender jug (3). To do so, the lid (2) must first be rotated so that the open lock symbol is aligned with the arrow on the handle (4). Press the lid (2) onto the blender jug (3) and rotate the lid (2) clockwise until the closed lock symbol is aligned with the arrow on the handle (4). This will lock the lid (2) in place and prevent it from being inadvertently loosened during cooking.
• Place the blender jug (3) onto the motor unit (6). To do so, align the blender jug (3) so that the contacts on the blender jug (3) can be pushed into the socket on the motor unit (6).

The soupmaker can only be switched on once the blender jug (3) is properly locked into position and correctly seated on the motor unit (6).

Use

Filling the blender jug

1. Remove the lid (2) and measuring cap (1) from the blender jug (3). To do so, rotate the lid (2) slightly anti-clockwise until the arrow on the handle (4) is aligned with the open lock symbol.
2. Add the desired ingredients to the blender jug (3). Note the minimum and maximum fill level for each food type you wish to prepare. See the scale (5).
3. Place the lid (2) back on the blender jug (3). To do so, the lid (2) must first be rotated so that the open lock symbol is aligned with the arrow on the handle (4). Press the lid (2) onto the blender jug (3) and rotate the lid (2) clockwise until the closed lock symbol is aligned with the arrow on the handle (4).
4. Place the measuring cap (1) in the opening of the lid (2) and lock the measuring cap (1) into position. To do this, turn it in a clockwise direction.

Attaching the blender jug to the motor unit

1. If the mains plug is connected to the wall outlet, remove it from the wall outlet.
2. Place the blender jug (3) on the motor unit (6) and press the blender jug (3) down until you hear a beep.

Warning!

Make sure the power cable is not in your working area. Otherwise you could pull it inadvertently and knock the soupmaker over.

Switching on / selecting function

The soupmaker can only be switched on once the blender jug (3) is properly locked into position and correctly seated on the motor unit (6).

1. Fill the blender jug (3) as described in the "Filling the blender jug" section and place it on the motor unit (6).
2. Connect the power cable (9) plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
3. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). You will then hear a beep, the ON/OFF button (16) LED will light up and the LEDs for the other control panel (7) buttons will flash.
4. Press the button on the control panel (7) that corresponds with the desired function for preparing the ingredients.
5. The LED for the selected function will then flash and all of the other LEDs will go out.

You can cancel the current function (e.g. "SOUP (CHUNKY)") at any time. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16).

1. Once the selected preparation function has finished, you will hear 10 beeps and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash. If you then wish to process further, you will need to first switch the appliance off and then back on again.

The ON/OFF button (16) LED is always on when the appliance is switched on. It goes off when you turn the soupmaker off.

Overview of buttons and functions

BLEND (15)	This function is used to blend the ingredients without heating them. The process ends automatically after approx. 3 minutes.
ON/OFF (16)	Press this button to turn the soupmaker on. Press it again to turn the soupmaker off or to cancel the current function.
PULSE (8)	This function is used to blend the ingredients without heating them. In this mode, the cutting blade rotates very quickly. Hold down the PULSE button (8) until the ingredients reach the desired consistency. The blending process ends as soon as you release the PULSE button (8). Note the SO time (see technical data on page 6) when using the PULSE function.
HEAT-UP (10)	This function is used to heat up pre-cooked food. The contents are stirred and heated alternately. The process ends automatically after approx. 9.5 minutes.
BOIL/STEAM (12)	This function is used to cook the ingredients, without blending them. It is also suitable for boiling eggs. The cooking process ends automatically after approx. 15 minutes.
SOUP (SMOOTH) (13)	This function is used to prepare creamy soups which, in theory, no longer contain any lumps of food. The contents are stirred and heated alternately. The process ends automatically after approx. 20.5 minutes.
SOUP (CHUNKY) (14)	This function is used to prepare soups that still contain small lumps of food (e.g. vegetable pieces). The contents are stirred and heated alternately. The process ends automatically after approx. 30.5 minutes.

Making soup

1. Chop the ingredients into approx. 2cm sized pieces and add to the blender jug (3).
2. Fill the blender jug (3) with water or stock to at least the "SOUP MIN 0.5 L" mark and not further than the "SOUP MAX 1.2 L" mark.

If you want to enhance your soup with starch, flour, cream or milk, only add these once the actual preparation cycle has finished. Otherwise these ingredients can burn. You can then mix the contents again briefly by pressing the PULSE (8) button.

1. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.
2. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
3. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.
4. Press the SOUP (CHUNKY) (14) or SOUP (SMOOTH) (13) button on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

The contents are stirred and heated alternately. Once preparation has finished, 10 beeps will sound and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash.

If necessary, the cooking process can also be manually stopped early. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7).

1. Switch the appliance off and carefully remove the lid (2).

Risk of burns!

The lid (2) and blender jug (3) get very hot during operation of the soupmaker. Be careful not to burn yourself. Wear oven gloves if necessary.

1. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Strainer

The strainer (C) is used to prepare soups with dual consistency: on the one hand, the ingredients inside the strainer (C) are pureed (i.e. smooth) and on the other, the ingredients outside the strainer (C) are not blended. This means, for example, you can make soups that are smooth but still contain some vegetable and meat pieces.

1. Insert the strainer (C) into the blender jug (3). To do so, place it onto the centre of the cutting blade.

The strainer (C) has a finer and a coarser side. How it is inserted will determine whether larger or smaller lumps make it into the soup.

1. Chop the ingredients into approx. 1 cm sized pieces and add to the blender jug (3). Distribute the ingredients so that some are inside the strainer (C) and some outside.
2. Complete steps 2 to 7 of the "Making soup" section (see page 16).
3. Disconnect the power cable (9) plug from the wall outlet.
4. Remove the strainer (C) from the blender jug (3) and stir the contents with a long spoon to ensure the pieces are evenly distributed.
5. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Boiling eggs

1. Fill the blender jug (3) with water to the "MIN 0.3 L" mark.
2. Insert the egg basket (D) in the blender jug (3).
3. Place the eggs in the egg basket (D).

Carefully pierce the eggs on the bottom to prevent them cracking while cooking. Use an egg pricker or a needle for this.

1. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.
2. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
3. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.
4. Press the BOIL/STEAM button (12) on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

We recommend manually stopping the cooking process to achieve harder or softer boiled eggs as desired. To do this, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7) after 10 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. Or, wait until the cooking function finishes automatically after 15 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.

1. Switch the appliance off and carefully remove the lid (2).

Risk of burns!

The lid (2), blender jug (3) and egg basket (D) get very hot during operation of the soupmaker. Be careful not to burn yourself. Wear oven gloves if necessary.

1. Remove the egg basket (D) and rinse the eggs with cold water.

Heating up soup

Pre-prepared soups can be conveniently heated up.

1. Add the desired soup to the blender jug (3). Do not fill the blender jug (3) past the "MAX 1.7 L" mark.

2. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.

3. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
4. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.
5. Press the HEAT-UP button (10) on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

The contents will be stirred and heated alternately. Once the process is finished, 10 beeps will sound and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash.

If necessary, the heating process can also be manually stopped early. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7).

1. Switch the appliance off and carefully remove the lid (2).
2. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Preparing vegetable purées

1. Chop the pre-cooked vegetables into approx. 2cm sized pieces and add to the blender jug (3). Fill the blender jug (3) with water or stock. Do not fill past the "MAX 1.7 L" mark.
2. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.
3. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
4. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.
5. Press the BLEND button (15) on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

The contents will be blended in multiple phases. Once preparation has finished, 10 beeps will sound and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash.

If necessary, the blending process can also be manually stopped early. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7).

1. Switch the appliance off and remove the lid (2).
2. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Preparing fruit compote

1. Peel the fruit and chop into approx. 2cm sized pieces. Add to the blender jug (3).
2. Fill the blender jug (3) with water to the "MIN 0.3 L" mark.
3. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.
4. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.

5. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.

6. Press the SOUP (CHUNKY) (14) or SOUP (SMOOTH) (13) button on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

The SOUP (CHUNKY) (14) and SOUP (SMOOTH) (13) button functions will produce a coarser or smoother compute as required.

The contents are stirred and heated alternately. Once preparation has finished, 10 beeps will sound and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash.

If necessary, the cooking process can also be manually stopped early. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7).

1. Switch the appliance off and carefully remove the lid (2).

Risk of burns!

The lid (2) and blender jug (3) get very hot during operation of the soupmaker. Be careful not to burn yourself. Wear oven gloves if necessary.

1. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Using the soupmaker as a blender (for milkshakes, smoothies and cremes)

1. Add the desired ingredients to the blender jug (3). Do not fill the blender jug (3) past the "MAX 1.7 L" mark.
2. Place the lid (2) with the measuring cap inserted (1) on the blender jug (3) and lock into place.
3. Connect the power cable (9) of the mains plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
4. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.
5. Press the BLEND button (15) on the control panel (7) to start the process. The LED for the selected function will now light up.

The contents will be blended in multiple phases. Once preparation has finished, 10 beeps will sound and the LEDs on the bottom row of the control panel (7) will flash.

If necessary, the blending process can also be manually stopped early. To do so, press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7).

1. Switch the appliance off and remove the lid (2).
2. Pour the contents out of the blender jug (3).

Removing the blender jug from the motor unit

1. Switch the soupmaker off and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
2. Once the motor has stopped running, lift the blender jug (3) vertically off the motor unit. There is no need to rotate the blender jug (3) to do this.

After use

After use, clean the soupmaker as described in the "Maintenance/cleaning" section below. If food remnants solidify in the blender jug, they are difficult to remove. Next, store the soupmaker in a safe, dry place away from dust.

Maintenance/cleaning

It is recommended that you clean the soupmaker before first use and immediately after each use so that no remnants of food can set in the blender jug (3).

Risk of electric shock!

• Always remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning the motor unit (6). Failure to do so could cause an electric shock.
• Do not pour or spray any liquids onto the motor unit (6) and do not immerse it in water or other liquids. This could cause short circuits which could cause electric shocks or burns.
• The contacts on the bottom of the blender jug (3) must not come into contact with water or moisture. This could result in an electric shock.
• Never immerse the blender jug (3) in water or other liquids. This could result in an electric shock.

Warning about property damage

• Do not use abrasive or astringent detergents or tools which could scratch the surface to clean the motor unit (6). This could cause damage to the motor unit (6) housing.

Cleaning the blender jug

Risk of injury

The cutting blades are extremely sharp. Clean the blender jug inside using the cleaning brush (E) provided.

The quickest and easiest way to clean the blender jug (3) inside is to rinse it briefly under the tap and then proceed as follows:

1. Fill the blender jug (3) with approx. 750ml warm water.
2. Add a few drops of washing-up liquid, close the lid (2) and place the blender jug (3) on the motor unit.
3. Connect the power cable (9) plug to a live wall outlet. You will then hear a beep.
4. Press the ON/OFF button (16) on the control panel (7). A beep will now sound and the LEDs for the control panel (7) buttons will flash.

5. Press the PULSE button (8) on the control panel (7) for a few seconds several times in succession.

6. Disconnect the power cable (9) plug from the wall outlet.

7. Rinse the blender jug (3) out with plain water.
8. For stubborn food remnants, use the supplied cleaning brush (E) and cleaning sponge (B).
9. Rinse the blender jug (3) out with plain water again.

If, after performing the previous steps, there are still food remnants in the blender jug (3), proceed as follows: Fill the blender jug (3) with water to the "SOUP MIN 0.5 L" mark. Add a few drops of lemon juice, close the lid and run the SOUP (CHUNKY) function. Finally, rinse the blender jug with plain water. Repeat this process until no food remnants remain.

Cleaning the motor unit

Clean the motor unit (6) and the power cable (9) with a dry or damp cloth.

Dry the motor unit (6) well.

Cleaning the accessories

The lid (2), measuring cap (1), egg basket (D) and strainer (C) can be rinsed as normal.

The cleaning brush (E) supplied can be used to clean the holes in the strainer (C).

Dry all parts thoroughly.

Troubleshooting

If your soupmaker does not work as normal, follow the instructions below to try to solve the problem. If working through the tips below does not fix the fault, please contact our hotline (see "Warranty information" on page 23).

Risk of electric shock!

Never try to repair the device yourself.

Problem	Possible causes	yRemed
The soupmaker does not work.	Mains plug not connected Connect the mains plug to a live wall outlet.
	Blender jug (3) incorrectly seated on the motor unit (6)	Place the blender jug (3) onto the motor unit (6) correctly. See "Attaching the blender jug to the motor unit" on page 14.
	Lid (2) is incorrectly fitted on the blender jug (3)	Place the lid (2) onto the blender jug (3) correctly. See "Filling the blender jug" on page 14.
All LEDs are flashing and a beep is sounding.	Overheating protection enabled	Disconnect the power cable (9) from the mains and leave the appliance to cool down.
	Contacts on the blender jug (3) or motor unit (6) are wet	Disconnect the power cable (9) from the mains and allow the appliance to dry out.
Food has burned. Blend	ender jug (3) not cleaned prior to heating	The blender jug (3) must be cleaned thoroughly before every cooking and heating cycle.
Contents are not cooked properly.	Too many ingredients in the blender jug (3)	Add fewer ingredients to the blender jug (3) before cooking.
	Some ingredients require a longer cooking time	Start the cooking process again.
Food was insufficiently blended.	Not enough liquid in the blender jug (3)	Add some liquid and start the BLEND function.

Environmental regulations and disposal information

A symbol depicting a crossed-out rubbish bin on a product means it is subject to European Directive 2012/19/EU. All electrical and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from household waste at official disposal centres.

Do not dispose of the appliance in household waste or bulky waste collections. Information on collection points and pick-up times can be obtained from your local council or waste disposal company.

Dispos of all packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Cardboard packaging can be taken to paper recycling centres or public collection points for recycling. Any film or plastic contained in the packaging should be taken to your public collection points for disposal.

Conformity

This appliance complies with the basic and other relevant requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the Low-voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the ErP Directive 2009/125/EC and the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. The corresponding Declaration of Conformity can be found at the end of this User Manual.

Warranty information

Warranty of TARGA GmbH

Dear Customer,

This device is sold with three years warranty from the date of purchase. In the event of product defects, you have legal rights towards the seller. These statutory rights are not restricted by our warranty as described below.

Warranty conditions

The warranty period commences upon the date of purchase. Please keep the original receipt in a safe place as it is required as proof of purchase. If any material or manufacturing faults occur within three years of purchase of this product, we will repair or replace the product free of charge as we deem appropriate.

Warranty period and legal warranty rights

The warranty period is not extended in the event of a warranty claim. This also applies to replaced and repaired parts. Any damage or defects discovered upon purchase must be reported immediately when the product has been unpacked. Any repairs required after the warranty period will be subject to charge.

Scope of warranty

The device was carefully manufactured in compliance with stringent quality guidelines and subjected to thorough testing before it left the works. The warranty applies to material and manufacturing faults. This warranty does not cover product components which are subject to normal wear and which can therefore be regarded as wearing parts, or damage to fragile components such as switches, rechargeable batteries or components made of glass. This warranty is void if the product is damaged, incorrectly used or serviced. To ensure correct use of the product, always comply fully with all instructions contained in the user manual. The warnings and recommendations in the user manual regarding correct and incorrect use and handling of the product must always be observed and complied with. The product is solely designed for private use and is not suitable for commercial applications. The warranty is rendered void in the event of incorrect handling and misuse, if it is subjected to force, and also if any person other than our authorised service technicians interfere with the device. No new warranty period commences if the product is repaired or replaced.

Submitting warranty claims

To ensure speedy handling of your complaint, please note the following:

Before using your product for the first time, please read the enclosed documentation carefully. Should any problems arise which cannot be solved in this way, please call our hotline.
- Always have your receipt, the product article number as well as the serial number (if available) to hand as proof of purchase.

If it is not possible to solve the problem on the phone, our hotline support staff will initiate further servicing procedures depending on the fault.

Service

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IAN:114277

Manufacturer

Please note that the following address is not a service address. First contact the service point stated above.

TARGA

GmbH

Coesterweg 45

59494 SOEST

GERMANY

Innehäll

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EU Declaration of Conformity

We, Targa GmbH, Coesterweg 45, 59494 Soest, declare on our own responsibility that

Product: Soup Maker

Model: SSKE 300 A1

Identification number: IAN 114277

The product complies with the requirements of the following European directives:

2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility

2006/95/EC Low Voltage

2009/125/EC Energy Related Products

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer

The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment

Compliance was proved by the application of the following standards:

EMC: EN 55014-1:2006+A1:2009+A2:2011

EN 55014-2: 1997 + A1: 2001 +A2: 2008

EN 61000-3-2: 2006 +A1: 2009 + A2: 2009

EN 61000-3-3:2008

Safety: EN 60335-1:2012

EN 60335-2-14: 2006 + A1: 2008 + A11: 2012

EN 60335-2-15:2002/A11:2012

EN 62233:2008

ErP: Regulation 1275/2008 with amendment 801/2013/EU

RoHS: EN 62321:2009

Year of CE marking: 2015

Soest, 16th of August 2015

Matthias Klauke, Managing Director