S500W - Uncategorized GORENJE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Blender / Food Processor
Brand	Gorenje
Model	S500W
Intended Use	Domestic, indoor
Bowl Capacity	600 ml
Bowl Material	Glass
Motor Unit Material	Plastic
Blade Material	Stainless steel metal blade
Functions	Chopping, Liquidising, Blending
Control	Single button with pulse operation
Safety Features	Safety lid, blade stop when opened, non-slip base, auto shut-off when unplugged
Noise Level	< 72 dB(A)
Cleaning	Bowl assembly dishwasher safe; motor unit wipe with damp cloth only
Maintenance	Avoid processing hard foods; handle blade with extreme care
Included Accessories	Chopping blade, whisking attachment, small cup, rubber ring
Storage	Power cord winds and secures with suction cup; lid fits bowl for fridge
WEEE Compliance	European directive 2012/19/EU

Frequently Asked Questions - S500W GORENJE

What is the capacity of the blender bowl?

The bowl has a maximum capacity of 600 ml. Do not exceed this mark when adding ingredients.

Can I put the motor unit in water?

No, never immerse the motor unit in water or any liquid. Clean it only with a slightly damp cloth.

How do I assemble the blender?

First ensure the appliance is unplugged. Place the bowl on the base, insert the blade or whisking attachment onto the spindle, then place the small cup on top, and finally fit the motor unit on top of the small cup. To disassemble, reverse the steps.

What can I chop with this blender?

You can chop a variety of soft to medium foods such as vegetables, herbs, nuts, and cooked meat. Avoid processing hard foods like crunchy chocolate or cube sugar to protect the blade edges.

Is the blade dishwasher safe?

Yes, the blade and bowl assembly can be cleaned in the dishwasher or washed with water and washing-up liquid. Rinse and dry carefully. Handle the blade with caution as it is very sharp.

What should I do if the blender doesn't work?

First check that the appliance is plugged in and the safety lid is properly closed. If it still does not work, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact an approved service centre or Gorenje Customer Care.

Can children use this blender?

Yes, children aged 8 years and above can use the blender if they are supervised and understand the hazards. Children should not play with the appliance or perform cleaning and maintenance unless they are over 8 and supervised.

How do I store the blender?

After use, wind up the power cord and secure it with the suction cup. The lid can be placed on the bowl to store food in the fridge.

What is the noise level?

The noise level is less than 72 dB(A), which is typical for a household blender.

How do I clean the bowl assembly?

The bowl assembly (bowl, blade, lid, accessories) can be washed in the dishwasher or by hand with water and washing-up liquid. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use chlorinated products like bleach.

USER MANUAL S500W GORENJE

Instructions for Use GB

FIRST USE OF THE APPLIANCE

Assembling and disassembling the appliance

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Carefully read the instructions for use before first use of your device, and keep them for future use.
• Any use that is not in accordance with these instructions does not entail any liability.
• Make sure that your device is compatible with the electrical network in your home.
• Your device is intended solely for household use and is not for outdoor use.
• Switch off your device immediately after use, and when cleaning it.
• Switch off the device before inserting or removing moving parts.
• Do not use the device if it does not work correctly or if it is damaged. In such cases, please contact an authorized service center.
• Do not open the device until the blades have stopped.
• Any intervention by the customer, other than cleaning and maintenance, is not recommended; instead, an authorized service center should perform it.
• Never place the device, cable, or plug in water or any other liquid.
• Never allow the cable to hang within reach of children.
• The cable must never be near or in contact with heated parts of your appliance, or near heat sources, and finally, it must not touch sharp objects.
• If the cable or plug is damaged, do not use the appliance. To avoid any risk, the cable and plug must be inspected and repaired by an authorized service center.
• For your safety, use only the equipment and parts supplied with the appliance.
• Handle the blades with great care: they are extremely sharp.
• Never use the blades outside the bowl.
• The appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged 8 years and above and supervised. • Noise level: Lc < 72 dB (A)

BEFORE FIRST USE OF YOUR APPLIANCE

ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE

With the appliance switched off - the plug is not connected to the socket.

1. Operation Switch (Pulse)
2. Power Unit
3. Security lid
4. Bowl
5. Chopping blade
6. Rubber ring
7. Whisking tool

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read the instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time and retain them for future use: any use which does not conform to the instructions will absolve from any liability.
• Make sure the power rating of your appliance does in fact match that of your electrical system.
• Your appliance is intended only for domestic use, indoors.
• Unplug your appliance as soon as you have finished using it and when you are cleaning it.
• Unplug before inserting or removing parts.
• Do not use the appliance if it is not working correctly if it has been damaged. If this happens, please contact an approved service centre.
• Do not open until blade stop.
• Any intervention apart from normal cleaning and maintenance by customer must be performed by an approved service centre.
• Never put the appliance, the power cord or the plug into water or any other liquid.
• Never allow the power cord to hang down within reach of children.
• The power cord must never be close to or in contact with the hot parts of your appliance, close to a source of heat, or rest on a sharp edge.
• If the power cord or the plug are damaged, do not use the appliance. To avoid any risk, these must be replaced by an approved service centre.
• For your own safety, use only the accessories and spare parts which are suited to your appliance.
• All appliances are subjected to strict quality control. Practical user tests are performed with appliances selected at random, which explains any signs of use.
• Handle the blade with great care: It is extremely sharp.
• Never use the blade out of the bowl.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
• Noise level: Lc < 72 dB(A)

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This guideline is the frame of a European-wide validity of return and recycling on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

USING YOUR APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OF THE APPLIANCE

With the appliance unplugged.

• Place the bowl on the mat.
• Position the blade or the whisking attachment on the spindle of the bowl, holding it by the plastic part.
• Place the small cup on top of the bowl.
• Put the motor unit on top of the small cup.
• To disassemble, first unplug the motor unit, then do the same in reverse.

USING YOUR APPLIANCE

• Before the first use, clean the bowl assembly in the dishwasher or with water and washing-up liquid.
• Rinse and dry with care.
• Reassemble.

CHOPPING

With the blade:

• Put the ingredients in the bowl. Never exceed the 600 ml mark in the bowl.
• To achieve fine and consistent mincing, press the button in pulses. During preparation, separate the foods at regular intervals and spread them around the bowl using a spatula.

- The fineness of the finished product will depend on how long you run the appliance.

LIQUIDISING

With the blade

• Place the ingredients in the bowl. Never exceed the 600 ml mark in the bowl.
• Press button (1) to start the appliance and release it to stop.

BLENDING

With the whisking attachment

• Place the ingredients in the bowl. Never exceed the 600 ml mark in the bowl.
• Press the button (1) to start the appliance and release it to stop.

MAINTENANCE

• To protect the edges of the blade, do not process hard foods (crunchy chocolate, cube sugar, etc.)
• Take great care when handling the blade: It is very sharp.
• Unplug the appliance.
• Clean the bowl assembly in the dishwasher, or in water and washing up liquid. Rinse and dry carefully.
• Do not use chlorinated products (bleach type)
• Never place the motor unit (2) in water or under running water. Wipe it with a slightly damp cloth.

STORAGE

• After use, wind up the power cord and hold it in place with the suction cup.
• The lid (3) can be placed on the bowl (4) to conserve food in the fridge.

Environment

Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.

Guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem, please contact the Gorenje Customer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Gorenje dealer or contact the Service department of Gorenje domestic appliances. For personal use only!

GORENJE WISHES YOU A LOT OF PLEASURE WHEN USING YOUR APPLIANCE

We reserve the right to any modifications!

1. Start button
2. Motor
3. Measuring cup
4. Glass bowl
5. Lid
6. Non-slip base
7. Mixing attachment

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OF THE DEVICE