This document provides a comprehensive guide for the Moulinex blender, detailing its functions, usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Function Description:
The Moulinex blender is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for domestic use, capable of handling a variety of food preparation tasks. Its primary function is blending, but with various accessories, it can also chop, grate, grind, and filter.
The main components include:
- Motor unit (A): The base of the appliance, housing the motor.
- ON/OFF button (B): Controls the power and speed settings. It has a "0" position for off, "1" for continuous operation, and an "Auto-Clean" position for cleaning.
- Pulse key (C): Allows for short bursts of power, useful for controlled blending or chopping.
- Mixer jug (D): The primary blending container, with capacity markings.
- Multi-position pouring lid (E+F): A lid designed for the mixer jug, offering different pouring options (wide open, filter position) and securing the contents during operation.
- Measure stopper (G): A removable stopper in the lid, allowing ingredients to be added during operation.
Accessories (according to model):
- Mini-chopper bowl (H): Used for chopping small quantities of ingredients like garlic, herbs, dried fruit, rusks, and meat, and for preparing baby purées.
- Grater jug (I): Designed for grating hard cheeses, coconut, and nutmeg.
- Grinder bowl (J): For milling dried fruit and spices.
- Filter (K): Used with the mixer jug to remove pips and skin, producing smoother sauces, soya milk, fruit juices, and cocktails.
- Lid (L): A safety lid specifically for the grinding accessories (H, I, J) to prevent access to moving blades.
Important Technical Specifications:
While specific power ratings are not provided in the manual, the appliance is designed for domestic use and should be connected to a power supply corresponding to its rating. The mixer jug has a maximum capacity of 1.5 litres for thick mixes and 1.25 litres for very liquid preparations. The grinding accessories (mini-chopper, grater, grinder) have a maximum capacity of 80g.
Usage Features:
General Operation:
- Before first use: Clean the mixer jug and accessories in hot, soapy water.
- Assembly: Ensure the selector switch (B) is in the "0" position before placing the mixer jug or accessories on the motor unit (A).
- Mixer Jug Use:
- Place the mixer jug (D) on the motor unit (A) in one of the four possible positions.
- Add ingredients, ensuring not to exceed the maximum level (1.5L for thick mixes, 1.25L for liquid preparations).
- Place and lock the pouring lid (E+F) onto the jug.
- Connect the appliance to power.
- Start blending by turning button (B) to "1" for continuous operation or by pressing the "pulse" key (C) for short bursts.
- To stop, return selector (B) to "0".
- The lid offers different pouring positions: wide open for thick preparations and a filter position for frothy preparations with pulp.
- Accessory Use (Grinding/Chopping/Grating):
- Place ingredients into the accessory jug (H, I, or J), ensuring not to exceed 80g.
- Lock the safety lid (L) onto the accessory jug.
- Place the assembled accessory onto the motor unit (A).
- Connect the appliance and turn the speed selector (B) to "1" or use the "pulse" key (C).
- During operation, press down on the lid to keep the accessory in position.
- To stop, return selector (B) to "0".
- Return the complete accessory to the work surface before unlocking the lid (L). The lid can then be used as a recipient for the prepared food.
- Filter Use (K):
- Position the filter (K) inside the mixer jug (D), aligning its slots with the inner ridges of the jug.
- Place the pouring lid (E+F) on the mixer jug to secure the filter.
- Add food or liquids into the filter through the opening of the measure-stopper (G).
- Replace the measure-stopper and turn the selector (B) to "1" or use the "pulse" key (C).
Safety Advice:
- Never put fingers or other objects inside the mixer jug while it is working.
- Always disconnect the appliance when not in use, during cleaning, or in case of a power failure.
- Handle blades with great care as they are sharp.
- Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or malfunctioning, or if the power cord/plug is damaged.
- Any repairs must be performed by an approved MOULINEX service centre.
- Do not immerse the motor unit, power cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
- Keep the power cord away from children, hot parts, heat sources, and sharp edges.
- Only use MOULINEX accessories and spare parts designed for the appliance.
- Never run the mixer jug empty or with dry products only, and do not pour boiling liquids into it.
- Use the appliance on a stable, smooth, clean, dry surface.
- Do not put accessories into the microwave oven or sterilise them.
- Keep long hair, scarves, ties, etc., away from moving accessories during operation.
- The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a responsible person. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Maintenance Features:
Cleaning:
- Blades: Handle with caution.
- Auto Clean Function: For easy and safe cleaning of the jug and blades:
- Pour hot water with a few drops of washing-up liquid into the mixer jug (D).
- Close the lid.
- Give a few pulses by turning the selector (B) to the "Auto Clean" position.
- Disconnect the appliance.
- Remove the jug and rinse it and its lid under running water.
- For more effective cleaning, the two elements of the pouring lid (E and F) can be separated by turning the lid to the position indicated in diagram II.
- Dishwasher Safe: The mixer jug and accessories can be placed in the dishwasher.
- Motor Unit (A): Clean with a damp cloth and dry carefully. Never immerse the motor unit in water or under running water.
Troubleshooting:
The manual provides a table for common problems, possible causes, and solutions:
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution
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