PB 100 - Blender IMETEC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Personal Blender
Model	PB 100
Brand	Imetec
Bottle Capacities	600 ml and 300 ml
Blade Unit Material	Stainless steel (estimated)
Motor Casing Material	Plastic
Power Supply	220–240 V, 50–60 Hz (typical)
Protection Class	II
Operating Modes	Pulse and continuous
Maximum Continuous Operation	1 minute, then 1 minute rest (max 5 cycles, then 2 hours cool down)
Maximum Food Temperature	Less than 40°C
Maximum Frozen Food (600 ml bottle)	50 g at a time
Maximum Frozen Food (300 ml bottle)	25 g at a time
Not Suitable For	Dry ingredients (e.g., spices, nuts)
Cleaning	Bottles, blade unit, and caps: hand wash or dishwasher up to 55°C; motor casing: wipe with damp cloth
Safety Features	Protection class II, child safety (not for children), auto shut-off not specified
Accessories Included	600 ml bottle, 300 ml bottle, blade unit, motor casing, bottle caps (2)
Warranty	2 years from date of purchase
Repairability	Repairs must be carried out by an authorized service centre
Intended Use	Home use only, for blending

Frequently Asked Questions - PB 100 IMETEC

How do I clean the blender?

Wash the bottles, blade unit, and bottle caps with warm water and dishwashing liquid or in the dishwasher at a temperature not exceeding 55°C. Wipe the exterior of the motor casing with a damp, well-wrung sponge and dry with a dry cloth.

Can I blend hot liquids?

No, the appliance is not intended for use with food at temperatures over 40°C. Always allow hot liquids to cool before blending.

How do I assemble the blender?

First insert solid food into the bottle, then add liquids. Close the bottle with the blade unit by turning it clockwise. Shake to mix, then insert the bottle into the motor casing, aligning the arrow on the blade unit with the empty bullet on the motor casing, and turn clockwise until it locks.

What should I do if the mixture does not come out of the spout?

Increase the amount of liquids relative to the amount of solids. If the mixture is too thick, add more liquid and blend again.

How long can I operate the blender continuously?

Do not operate continuously for more than 1 minute. Allow the appliance to cool down for 1 minute. This cycle can be repeated a maximum of 5 times, after which allow the appliance to cool for 2 hours.

Can I blend frozen ingredients?

Yes, but do not exceed 50 g of frozen food at a time in the 600 ml bottle or 25 g in the 300 ml bottle. First use pulse mode, then continuous mode.

Is the blender suitable for crushing ice or grinding dry spices?

No, do not blend dry ingredients such as spices or nuts. The blender is designed for blending wet mixtures only.

What is the warranty period and how do I claim it?

The appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. For warranty claims, send the faulty appliance with proof of purchase (receipt/invoice) to an authorized Service Centre.

Can I put the blender parts in the dishwasher?

Yes, the bottles, blade unit, and bottle caps are dishwasher safe at a temperature not exceeding 55°C.

Why does the blender stop during use?

The blender may stop if the maximum operating time is exceeded (1 minute) or if it overheats. Allow it to cool down as specified in the instructions. If the problem persists, check for power supply issues or contact an authorized service centre.

USER MANUAL PB 100 IMETEC

Operating instructions

FRULLATORE

IT FRULLATORE

EN BLENDER

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www.imelec.com

Tenacta Group S.p.A. Via Piemonte 5/11 24052 Azzano S. Paolo (BG) ITALY

151276

TYPE Q1801

IMETEC

GUIDA ILLUSTRATIVA / ILLUSTRATIVE GUIDE

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Simple line drawing of a glass jar with internal spherical objects (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a cylindrical object with internal compartments and an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a blender with a lid and lid being placed on top, showing liquid level (no text or symbols)

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DATI TECNICI (7) / TECHNICAL DATA (7)

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INTRODUZIONE

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Dear customer, thank you for choosing our product. We feel certain you will appreciate its quality and reliability as it was designed and manufactured with customer satisfaction in mind. These instructions for use comply with the European Standard EN 82079.

WARNING!

Instructions and warnings for safe use.

Before using this appliance, carefully read the instructions for use and in particular the safety notes and warnings, which must be complied with. Keep this manual together with its illustrative guide for future consultation. Should you transfer the appliance to another user, make sure you hand over this documentation as well.

NOTE: should any part of this manual be difficult to understand or any doubt arise, contact the company at the address indicated on the last page before using the product.

NOTE: partially sighted persons can consult the digital version of these instructions for use on the website www.tenactagroup.com

INDEX

Introduction....pag. 9

Safety notes.... pag. 9

Symbols....pag. 12

Description of the appliance and

its accessories ...... pag. 12

Requirements for contact

with food ...... pag. 12

Cleaning before first use ..... pag. 12

Operation....pag. 12

Maximum Quantities ...... pag. 13

Assembly....pag. 13

Use....pag. 13

Cleaning and maintenance ..... pag. 14

Troubleshooting....pag. 14

Disposal....pag. 15

Assistance and warranty....pag. 15

Illustrative guide....I

Technical data....II

SAFETY NOTES

- After unpacking, make sure the appliance is intact, complete with all its parts as shown in the illustrative guide and with no sign of damage due to transportation. In doubt, do not use the appliance and contact an authorised service centre.

CAUTION! Remove any communication material such as labels, tags etc. from the appliance before use.

WARNING! Risk of suffocation. Children shall not play with the packaging. Keep the plastic bag out of reach of children.

- This appliance must be used only for the purpose for which it was designed, namely as a blender for home use. Any other use is considered not compliant with the intended use and therefore dangerous.

WARNING! Any misuse of the appliance may lead to injuries.

• Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency indicated on the technical data of the appliance correspond to those of the mains supply. The rating is on the appliance or on the power supply unit, if any (see illustrative guide).
• This appliance can be used 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 if they understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children. Children shall not play with the appliance.
  • ⊗ DO NOT use the appliance with wet hands, damp feet or barefoot.
• DO NOT pull the supply cord or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.
• DO NOT pull or lift the appliance by the supply cord.
• DO NOT expose the appliance to humidity or atmospheric agents (rain, sun, etc.) or extreme temperatures.
  • The appliance is not to be used outdoors.
  • The appliance must not be left unattended while it is operated.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, cleaning and when the appliance is not in use.

• If the appliance is faulty or malfunctions, switch it off and do not tamper with it. Contact an authorised technical service centre for any repairs.

• If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by an authorised technical service centre, so as to prevent all risks.

• The motor body of his appliance shall not come into contact with water, other liquids, spray, steam. For any cleaning and maintenance operation referto the instructions in the relevant chapter.
• DO NOT use this appliance near a washbasin full of water. During use the appliance must be placed in such a way that it cannot fall in the washbasin.
  • This appliance must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
• For the features of the appliance, refer to the external packaging.
• Use the appliance only with the supplied accessories that are an essential part of the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system or any other similar system.
• DO NOT use near a hob. The supply cord shall not come into contact with hot, incandescent surfaces, open flames, pots and other utensils.
• DO NOT leave any food in contact with the appliance for longer than is required for the preparation.

NG! Take care when handling the cutting blades, emptying the jar if any and during cleaning.

WARNING! This appliance is not intended to be use with food at temperature over 40 °C

• Switch off the appliance and disconnect from supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
• ✉ NEVER immerse the motor casing in water and never place it under running water.
  • Pay special attention when handling the sharp blades.

SYMBOLS

EN

Warning

Prohibited

Protection class II

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE AND ITS ACCESSORIES

Refer to Figure [A] in the ILLUSTRATIVE GUIDE to check the contents of the package.

1. 600ml Bottle

2. Motor casing

3. Technical data

4. Blade unit

5. Operating button

6. 300 ml Bottle

7. Housing of the blade unit

8. Plug

9. Bottle caps

REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTACT WITH FOOD

The following table indicates:

• the parts of the appliance that are designed to come into contact with food.
• the food that can be used with this appliance.
- the maximum time for which the food can remain in contact with the parts of the appliance intended for this purpose.
• the maximum food temperature allowed.

Follow the instructions in the table to use the appliance safely.

Parts of the appliance intended for contact with food	Food allowed	Maximum time allowed for contact with food	Maximum food temperature allowed
2. . Blade unit All 5 mins			Less than 40°C
1. 600 ml Bottle8. 300 ml Bottle9. Bottle caps	All 24 hours		Less than 40°C

CLEANING BEFORE FIRST USE

• Unpack the appliance and remove any inserts or adhesive labels from the product.
• Wash the bottles, the blade unit and the bottle caps with warm water and dishwashing liquid.
  • Dry with a dry cloth.

OPERATION

The operating button has the following functions:

PULSE Press and release the operating button

CONTINUOUS Press the operating button

MAXIMUM QUANTITIES

Fill approximately 2/5 of the bottle capacity with solid ingredients and 3/5 with liquid ingredients. If the food does not seem to be blended enough, increase the amount of liquid.

EN

600 ml Bottle

Solid ingredients Liquid ingredients
240 g carrots cut into 1 cm rings 360 ml water

300 ml Bottle

Solid ingredients Liquid ingredients
120 g carrots cut into 1 cm rings 180 ml water

ASSEMBLY

• First insert the solid food into the bottle and then the liquids [Fig. B].
• Close the bottle well with the blade unit by turning it clockwise [Fig C].
  • Shake the bottle to mix the ingredients.
• Insert the bottle with the blade unit inside the housing of the blender, while aligning the arrow on the blade unit (▼) with the empty bullet (O) on the motor casing [Fig D].
• Turn clockwise until it closes on the corresponding full bullet (●) [Fig E].

USE

WARNING! Wash the parts that come in contact with food before using them.

WARNING! This appliance is not to be used if it has been dropped or if there are visible signs of damage.

WARNING! ☒ Do NOT operate this appliance continuously for more than 1 minute. Let it cool down for 1 minute. This can be repeated for a maximum of 5 times. At the end of the 5 cycles, allow the appliance to cool down for 2 hours.

WARNING! DO NOT place the jug in the microwave oven.

WARNING! DO NOT use the appliance empty.

WARNING! Switch the appliance off before removing the jug.

WARNING! DO NOT use the safety system as an alternative to the on/off switch.

WARNING! ☒ Do NOT exceed 50 g of frozen food at a time in the 600 ml bottle and 25 g at a time in the 300 ml bottle.

WARNING! If you are blending also frozen food, first operate the unit in pulse mode and then continuously.

WARNING! ⊗ Do NOT blend dry ingredients (e.g. spices and nuts).

Proceed as follows after having assembled the appliance:

• Insert the plug in the socket.
• Press the operating button until the mixture reaches the desired consistency.
• Release the operating button.
• Remove the bottle from the motor casing by turning it anti-clockwise.
• Tilt the bottle and unscrew the blade unit anti-clockwise.
• Screw the cap to the bottle clockwise.
  • If you want to transport or store the mixture in the refrigerator, close the spout until it clicks.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING! Always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply before cleaning or performing maintenance.

• Wash the bottles, the blade unit and the bottle caps with warm water and dishwashing liquid or in the dishwasher without exceeding 55°C.
• Wipe the exterior of the motor casing with a damp and well-wrung sponge.
• Dry with a dry cloth.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Solution
The mixture does not come out of the cap spout	Increase the amount of liquids in relation to the amount of solids.
The food is difficult to blend

DISPOSAL

The product is packaged in recyclable materials. Dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental protection regulations.

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Pursuant to art. 26 of Legislative Decree 14 March 2014, No. 49 “Implementation of Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)”, the crossed bin symbol on the appliance or its packaging indicates that the product must be disposed of separately from other waste at the end of its useful life. The user must therefore take the appliance to an appropriate recycling centre for electrical and electronic equipment. Alternatively, instead of handling the disposal, the appliance can be handed over to the retailer when a new, equivalent appliance is purchased. Retailers of electronic products having a sales area of at least 400 m² can also be handed electronic products that are to be disposed of measuring less than 25 cm, free of charge and with no obligation to buy. Appropriate separate collection for the subsequent procedure for the decommissioned appliance for recycling, which includes treatment and environmentally friendly disposal helps prevent adverse effects on the environment and health and promotes reusing and/or recycling materials that the appliance consists of.

ASSISTANCE AND WARRANTY

The appliance is guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. Evidence shall be taken as the date indicated on the receipt/invoice (provided it is legible), unless the buyer can prove that the delivery occurred later. In the event of a defect in the product which existed prior to the date of delivery, appliance repair or replacement is guaranteed free of charge, unless one of the two solutions is disproportionate to the other. The buyer has the obligation to notify an authorised Service Centre of the non-conformity within two months from discovering the defect.

The warranty does not cover any part that may be defective due to:

a. transport damage or accidental drops
b. incorrect installation or an inadequate electrical system
c. repairs or alterations made by unauthorised personnel
d. poor or incorrect maintenance and cleaning
e. product and/or product parts subject to wear and/or consumables
f. failure to comply with the operating instructions
g. negligent or careless use
h. introducing or using food that is excluded by the instructions
i. using food in quantities that exceed the specified amount
j. incorrect assembly of the blade unit or accessories
k. the intended use times are exceeded
I. accidental liquid filtration into the motor due to improper use
m. twisted or bent power cord due to negligence

The list above is purely indicative and not exhaustive and in any case, this warranty shall not cover all circumstances that cannot be attributed to manufacturing defects of the appliance. In addition, the warranty does not cover any case of improper use of the appliance and professional use. All liability is disclaimed for any damage that may directly or indirectly be caused to persons, property and pets as a result of failure to comply with all the instructions provided in the “Instructions and Warnings Booklet” regarding appliance installation, use and maintenance. This is without prejudice to any contractual warranty claims against the seller.

Methods of support

Appliance repairs must be carried out by an authorised Service Centre. If the faulty appliance is under warranty, it must be sent to the Service Centre together with a fiscal document evidencing the date of sale or delivery.

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