1. Important Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all instructions before operating the mixer.
- Do not immerse the motor unit, cord, or plug in water or other liquids.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
- Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils, away from beaters during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the mixer.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
- Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.
- Always operate the mixer on a dry, stable, and level surface.
- Ensure the tilt-head is securely locked down before operation.
2. Product Overview and Components
The Garvee 7.5 QT Stand Food Mixer is designed for various kitchen tasks, featuring a powerful motor and multiple attachments.
Image: Garvee Stand Mixer with its 7.5-quart stainless steel bowl and various attachments, including the beater, whisk, dough hook, and splash guard. The image also shows the mixer's dimensions.
Components:
- Mixer Body: Contains the motor, speed control knob, and tilt-head release lever.
- 7.5 QT Stainless Steel Bowl: Large capacity mixing bowl.
- Beater: For medium-heavy mixtures like cakes, cookies, and batters.
Image: The flat beater attachment, suitable for general mixing tasks.
- Whisk: For light mixtures such as eggs, cream, and sauces.
Image: The wire whisk attachment, ideal for aerating ingredients.
- Dough Hook: For kneading heavy mixtures like bread and pizza dough.
Image: The C-shaped dough hook attachment, designed for kneading.
- Splash Guard: Helps prevent ingredients from splashing out of the bowl during mixing.
Image: The transparent splash guard, which fits over the mixing bowl.
3. Setup
- Unpack: Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Retain packaging for future storage or transport.
- Placement: Place the mixer on a dry, stable, and level surface. Ensure the suction feet on the base are securely attached to the countertop to prevent movement during operation.
Image: The base of the mixer showing the six anti-slip suction feet for stability.
- Attach Bowl: Place the stainless steel mixing bowl onto the base and turn it clockwise until it locks securely into place.
- Lift Tilt-Head: Press the tilt-head release lever (usually located on the side of the mixer body) and lift the motor head upwards until it locks into the tilted position.
Image: Close-up of the tilt-head mechanism, showing the arrow indicating the upward movement.
- Attach Accessory: Insert the desired attachment (beater, whisk, or dough hook) into the accessory shaft. Push upwards and turn clockwise until it clicks into place.
- Lower Tilt-Head: Press the tilt-head release lever again and gently lower the motor head until it locks into the operating position. Ensure it is fully locked before proceeding.
- Add Splash Guard: If desired, attach the splash guard by sliding it onto the bowl.
4. Operating Instructions
Before operating, ensure the mixer is properly assembled and plugged into a suitable power outlet.
- Add Ingredients: Place your ingredients into the mixing bowl.
- Select Speed: Turn the speed control knob to the desired setting. The Garvee mixer features 10 speeds for precise control.
Image: Close-up of the illuminated speed control knob with settings from 0 to 10.
- Mixing Guidelines: Refer to the following guidelines for optimal mixing results:
Image: Visual guide for 10-speed mixer settings, showing recommended speeds for various food types.
- Speeds 1-3 (Low): Ideal for heavy mixtures such as bread dough, pizza dough, and spaghetti dough. Use the dough hook attachment.
- Speeds 4-7 (Medium): Suitable for medium-heavy mixtures like salads, cookie dough, and crepes. Use the beater attachment.
- Speeds 8-10 (High): Best for light mixtures such as cream, eggs, cake batter, and sauces. Use the whisk attachment.
- Mixing Action: The mixer features an updated 360° mixing action to ensure thorough ingredient incorporation and prevent spillage.
Image: The mixer in operation, illustrating the planetary 360-degree mixing action within the bowl. Note: For optimal performance, suggest the amount of flour between 0.5kg and 1.5kg.
- To Stop: Turn the speed control knob to "0" to stop the mixer. Unplug the appliance from the power outlet after use.
5. Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular cleaning ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your Garvee Stand Mixer.
- Before Cleaning: Always unplug the mixer from the power outlet before cleaning.
- Mixer Body: Wipe the exterior of the mixer body with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the motor unit in water or any other liquid.
- Mixing Bowl: The stainless steel mixing bowl is dishwasher safe. Alternatively, wash it with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
- Attachments (Beater, Whisk, Dough Hook): These accessories are dishwasher safe. For manual cleaning, wash with warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
- Splash Guard: Wash the splash guard with warm, soapy water. Do not put the plastic splash guard in the dishwasher as it may warp.
- Storage: Store the mixer and its accessories in a clean, dry place.
6. Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Mixer does not start. | Not plugged in; power outlet not active; speed knob not at "0" before starting. | Ensure the mixer is securely plugged in. Check the power outlet. Turn the speed knob to "0" and then select the desired speed. |
| Mixer stops during operation. | Overload protection activated; tilt-head not fully locked. | Unplug the mixer and let it cool down for 15-20 minutes. Reduce the load if mixing heavy ingredients. Ensure the tilt-head is securely locked. |
| Attachments do not reach the bottom of the bowl. | Attachment not properly installed. | Ensure the attachment is pushed upwards and turned clockwise until it clicks into place. |
| Mixer shakes excessively. | Heavy dough or mixture; mixer not on a stable surface; suction feet not engaged. | Ensure the mixer is on a stable, level surface. Press down on the mixer to engage the suction feet. Reduce the amount of heavy dough if exceeding capacity. |
7. Specifications
- Model: MC1BLK
- Brand: Garvee
- Capacity: 7.5 Quarts (7 Liters)
- Power: 660 Watts
- Voltage: 220V
- Speeds: 10-Speed Control
- Dimensions: 6.89"D x 12.68"W x 13.9"H
- Material: Stainless Steel (Bowl), Teflon Coated Aluminum (Beater/Dough Hook), Stainless Steel (Whisk)
- Special Features: Tilt-Head Design, Adjustable Speed Control, Anti-slip Suction Feet, Low Noise Operation (≤75dB)
8. Warranty and Support
The Garvee 7.5 QT Stand Food Mixer (Model MC1BLK) comes with a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering manufacturing defects under normal household use.
For warranty claims, technical support, or any questions regarding your product, please contact Garvee customer service through the retailer where the product was purchased or visit the official Garvee website for contact information.
Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty validation.
