Perfectmix+ BL811D - Blender TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Tefal
Model	Perfectmix+ BL811D
Product type	Blender
Bowl capacity	1.5 L (thick mixtures) / 1.25 L (liquids)
Bowl material	Glass
Functions	Smoothie, Ice Crush, Auto Clean, Pulse, variable speed
Automatic programs	3 (Smoothie, Ice Crush, Auto Clean)
Included accessories	Spatula, herb chopper, spice grinder, mini chopper (depending on model)
Safety	Bowl safety lock, automatic shut-off in case of overload
Cleaning	Auto Clean program, removable parts dishwasher safe (except seal)
Motor unit maintenance	Clean with a damp cloth, do not immerse
Blender bowl	Graduated, with pouring spout and lid with measuring cap
Blades	Stainless steel, extremely sharp
Sealing ring	Included, do not put in dishwasher
Accessories usage	Do not use automatic programs with accessories
Overheating protection	Yes, automatic motor stop after 3 min or overload
Cooling time after overload	Up to 30 minutes
Usage tips	Start with liquids, do not pour boiling liquids (>80°C)
Recipes provided	Yes, in the manual (e.g., cold carrot soup)
Customer service	Contact details in the warranty booklet

Frequently Asked Questions - Perfectmix+ BL811D TEFAL

How to assemble the blender bowl?

Moisten the sealing ring already placed on the blade assembly. Place the blade assembly on the base of the bowl, then lock the locking ring by turning a quarter turn clockwise. Make sure the arrows are aligned.

What is the maximum capacity of the bowl?

The maximum capacity is 1.5 L for thick mixtures and 1.25 L for liquid preparations. Do not exceed these levels.

How to use the Pulse function?

Turn the control knob to the Pulse position. Press and release to get bursts at maximum speed. The appliance stops as soon as you release the button.

Can I put the bowl in the dishwasher?

Yes, the bowl, blade assembly and locking ring can be washed in the dishwasher on the top rack (ECO program). Warning: the sealing ring should not be put in the dishwasher.

What to do if the appliance stops during use?

This is probably due to an overload or continuous operation for more than 3 minutes. Turn the knob to 0, let it cool for up to 30 minutes, then reduce the amount of ingredients.

How to clean the blender quickly?

Use the Auto Clean function: pour 1 L of hot water (max 80°C) with a few drops of dish soap, then start the program. Then rinse the parts.

Can I crush ice with this blender?

Yes, use the Ice Crush function. Do not put more than 6 small ice cubes in the glass bowl, without adding water. This function should not be used with the accessories.

What accessories are included?

Depending on the model, you may have a spatula, an herb chopper, a spice grinder and a mini chopper. These accessories are used with an additional bowl.

How to avoid leaks under the bowl?

Check that the sealing ring is correctly positioned on the blade assembly and that the locking ring is tight (arrows aligned). Replace the seal if it is twisted.

Can I pour hot liquids into the bowl?

No, never pour liquids at a temperature above 80°C (176°F). Wait for preparations to cool before blending.

USER MANUAL Perfectmix+ BL811D TEFAL

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

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CAUTION: the safety precautions are part of the appliance. Read them carefully before using your new appliance for the first time. Keep them in a place where you can find and refer to them later on.

DESCRIPTION

A Motor unit
B "Smoothie" button
C "Ice crush" button
D "Auto clean" button
E Control knob
F Blender jug assembly
F1 Blade unit
F2 Locking ring
F3 Seal
F4 Graduated blender jug
F5 Lid
F6 Lid cap
G Min speed
H Max speed
I Pulse button

J Spatula* (accessory depending on model)

K Herb chopper* (accessory depending on model)

K1 Seal

K2 Herb chopper blade unit

L Spice grinder* (accessory depending on model)

L1 Seal

L2 Spice grinder blade unit

M Herb chopper and Spice grinder bowl* (accessory depending on model)

N Mini chopper* (accessory depending on model)

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

- Clean all the parts (F, J, K, L, M, N) with warm water and washing up liquid except for the motor unit (A) which must never be immersed in water or placed under running water (see section Cleaning).

CAUTION: The blades are extremely sharp; handle them with caution when using or cleaning the appliance.

• Make sure all the packaging has been removed before operating the appliance.
• Important note: Turn the control knob (E) to Ⓞ before placing the blender jug (F) on the motor unit (A).
• The appliance will start only if the blender jug is locked correctly on the motor unit.

- Do not operate the appliance if the lid is not in place.

ASSEMBLING AND FITTING THE JUG

Moisten the seal (F3) (even if already fitted on the blade unit (F1)). Be careful to correctly fit the seal (F3) back onto the blade unit (F1) the correct way up (Fig 11).

• Check the seal is in place on the blade unit.
• Turn the jug upside down and place the blade unit on the base of the jug (Fig 1).
• Fit the locking ring (Fig. 2) and lock it by rotating it through a quarter turn in the clockwise direction.
• Make sure the locking ring is locked correctly: the two arrows must be aligned (Fig 3).
• Add the ingredients to the assembled jug without exceeding the maximum level indicated:

* 1.5 L for thick mixtures

* 1.25 L for liquid preparations

Warning : Do not pour boiling liquids (over 80°C/176°F) into the jug.

- Fit the lid (F5) on the jug (Fig. 8). To avoid any splashes during blending make sure that the curved tabs on the lid are aligned with the spout and handle (Fig. 9). Fit the measuring cap (F6) in the hole on the lid (Fig. 8)

USING YOUR BLENDER

- Once the blender jug is locked correctly on the motor unit, plug in the appliance. The lights on the appliance flash twice and you hear a beep. Turn it on using the desired function.

- Speed selection: Turn the control knob (E) to choose the desired speed; the speed increases gradually between min and max. The intensity of the lights on the appliance increase gradually as the speed increases. You can change the speed as required during preparation.

- “Pulse” function: Turn the control knob (E) to the “Pulse” position. Using a succession of pulses gives finer control for precise preparations. In this position, the appliance starts directly on maximum speed. It stops as soon as you release the knob. The light remains on when the pulse function is in use.

- Function "Smoothie"

This function is used to prepare smoothies, milkshakes and fruit cocktails. The speed is pre-programmed for best results. To use this function, press the “Smoothie” button (B). The light remains on during this cycle and switches off when the cycle is finished. The program stops automatically and beeps 4 times. You can stop it before the end by pressing the “Smoothie” button (B) again.

- Function "Ice crush"

You can use this function to crush ice finely with pre-programmed operating cycles and speed. To use this function, press the “Ice crush” button (C). The light remains on during this cycle and switches off when the cycle is finished. You hear 4 beeps. The program stops automatically but you can stop it before the end by pressing the “Ice crush” button (C) again.

- Function "Auto clean":

This function is used to automatically clean your appliance. Press the “Auto clean” button (D). Do not exceed 1 litre of hot water (maximum temperature of 80^ C / 176^ F). At the end of the program, the appliance stops automatically and you hear 4 beeps.

• WARNING: If the load becomes too high, your appliance will stop automatically for safety reasons (if the motor runs for more than 3 minutes or if you have used too much ingredients). To restart your appliance, turn the control knob to ①The overall cooling time may vary and can be up to 30 minutes. Before restarting your appliance, adapt the quantity of ingredients or blending time to avoid any overload. You can then select the desired speed or function to complete your preparation.
• WARNING : Do not use the program functions smoothie, ice crush and auto clean with the herb chopper (K) and spice grinder (L).

These programs can only be used with the blender jug (F). Do not perform ice crush with the herb chopper (K) and spice grinder (L).

USING THE HERB CHOPPER (K) AND SPICE GRINDER (L) (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

• With the herb chopper (K) you can chop ingredients like onions, garlic or raw meat (pre-cut into small pieces) in a few seconds. Do not use the herb chopper for liquid preparations (fruit juices, etc.).
• With the spice grinder (L) you can grind spices in a few seconds: coriander seeds, peppercorns, etc.

• These accessories are equipped with a bowl (M) that prevents access to the blades during use.

• Turn the bowl (M) upside down and add the ingredients.

• Position the seal (K1 or L1) in its recess on the blade unit (K2 or L2) (Fig. 5). Position the blade unit on the bowl. Lock the accessory by rotating the blade unit until fully assembled (Fig. 6). Caution: leaks can occur if the accessory is not locked correctly.

• Rotate the assembled accessory (K or L) and position it on the motor unit (Fig. 7).

• Then turn the assembled accessory (K or L) through a quarter turn clockwise (Fig. 7).

• Plug in the appliance and turn the Control knob (E) to the desired position or apply a few pulses. To stop the appliance, turn the control knob (E) to position zero.

• Unlock the accessory by turning it through a quarter turn in the anticlockwise direction. Remove the assembled accessory (K+M or L+M) from the motor unit. Turn it over before opening to avoid any spillage of your preparation. Then you can unlock the blade unit (K1 or L1). The blades are very sharp: handle them with caution to avoid injury. You can then remove the preparation in the bowl.

Warning : you can use the accessories with solid ingredients only. You can pour liquid ingredients in the blender jug (F) only.

ADVICE

• Depending on the nature of the ingredients, you can use the blender jug to prepare up to
  * 1.5 L for thick mixtures.
  * 1.25 L for liquid preparations.

Warning : Do not pour boiling liquids (over 80°C/176°F) in the jug.

• You can prepare finely blended soups, cream soups, stewed fruit, light batter (pancakes, fritters, Yorkshire pudding batter, etc.), milkshakes, smoothies, cocktails, etc.
• If ingredients stick to the sides of the jug when blending, stop the appliance. Remove the blender jug from the motor unit, and push the food down onto the blades using a spatula and put your blender jug back to continue your preparation.
• Always pour the liquid ingredients into the blender jug first, before adding the solid ingredients, without exceeding the maximum level.
• To add ingredients while blending, remove the lid cap (F6) from the lid (F5) and add the ingredients through the feeder hole.
• For finely crushed ice, use a maximum of 6 small ice cubes using “Ice crush” function. There is no need to add water.

RECIPE

Cold carrot soup:

600g carrots + 900g water : Put the carrot pieces in the blender jug and add the water. Mix on max speed for 3 minutes.

Mixed figs (with mini chopper accessory (N), depending on model)

70g figs: Cut the figs before placing them in mini chopper (N). Mix on max speed for 3 seconds.

CLEANING

Do not immerse the appliance in water. Never put the motor unit (A) under running water.

• Clean the jug immediately after use.

• Fill up the jug with 1 litre of hot water along with 2 or 3 drops of washing up liquid. Only use the recommended amount of water and washing up liquid. An excess of washing up liquid creates more foam and consequently can lead to overflowing.

• Use the automatic auto clean program to carry out a prewash of the jug.

• Once the program has stopped, unplug the appliance.
• Remove the blender jug (F4)
• Place the jug on a flat surface.
• Unlock the lid and remove it with care. Pour out the water.
• Remove the blade unit (F1+F3) and clean them under running water. The blades are very sharp, handle them with caution to avoid injury (Fig. 10).

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• After cleaning, remember to correctly fit the seal (F3) back onto the blade unit (F1) (Fig. 11). Please be careful to avoid any damage to the seal by touching the blades.

Note: Incorrectly fitting the seal can result in ingredients leaking from the base of the blender jug.

• Finish cleaning the jug with a damp cloth or sponge.
• Rinse the inside of the jug and the lid under running water.
  • Take care when cleaning the blades in the blender jug and when you empty the jug as they are sharp.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the motor unit (A). Dry it carefully.
• The detachable parts (lid, blade unit, locking ring,) can be cleaned with a sponge and hot soapy water.
• The jug (F4), blade unit (F1) (but not the seal (F3)), locking ring (F2) can be cleaned in the dishwasher on the upper rack - use the ‘ECO’ or ‘LOW SALT’ program.
• Caution: The jug (F4), blade unit (F1) and locking ring (F2) must be disassembled and placed separately in the dishwasher. Please do not put the seal (F3) in the dishwasher.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR APPLIANCE DOES NOT WORK

PROBLEMS CAUSES	SOLUTIONS
Appliance does not work	The plug is not connected	Connect the appliance to a socket with the same voltage as that on the rating plate of the appliance.
	The blender jug is not positioned correctly on the motor unit	Check that the blender jug is positioned properly on the motor unit as explained in the instructions.
The appliance stopped while in use	Overload	Follow the instructions in section USING YOUR BLENDER.The cooling time is variable and can last up to 30 minutes
Excessive vibrations	The product is not placed on a flat, stable surface	Place the appliance on a flat surface.
	Volume of ingredients is too high	Reduce the quantity of ingredients processed.
Leak from the lid	Volume of ingredients is too high	Reduce the quantity of ingredients processed.
	The lid is not correctly positioned	Place the lid correctly on the blender jug.
Leak at the bottom of the blender jug	The blender seal (F3) is not positioned correctly or is absent	Reposition the seal with the correct side uppermost (Fig. 11) and lock the assembled blade unit (F1+F2+F3) onto the blender jug correctly (Fig. 1, Fig. 2 & Fig. 3)
The blade does not turn easily	Pieces of food are too large or too hard. Liquid has been blended that was too hot and has distorted the seal	Replace the seal with a new one. Reduce the size or quantity of ingredients processed. Add liquid.

YOUR APPLIANCE STILL DOES NOT WORK?

Contact an approved service centre (see list in service booklet).

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