Smeg BLF01 Blender

Product Description

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the Smeg BLF01 Blender. It covers essential information for safe and effective use, including detailed descriptions of the appliance's parts and functions, operating procedures, cleaning and maintenance guidelines, troubleshooting tips, and recipe suggestions.

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions:

• Read this manual carefully before using the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while in operation.
• Do not immerse the appliance, power cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way. Contact technical support for replacement if the power cord is damaged.
• The power cord is intentionally short to prevent accidents; do not use an extension cord.
• Avoid contact between the power cord and sharp edges.
• Do not pull the cord to remove the plug from the socket.
• Do not place the appliance on or near lit gas or electric burners, inside an oven, or near heat sources.
• The appliance has a ground connection for functional purposes only.
• Never attempt to repair the appliance yourself. For repairs, contact qualified personnel.
• Do not modify the appliance.
• In case of fire, do not use water to extinguish it. Turn off the appliance, unplug it, and cover the flame with a lid or fireproof cover.
• During operation, avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, and utensils away from moving parts to prevent personal injury or damage to the appliance.
• Exercise caution when handling and emptying the jug and during cleaning.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, if left unattended, or in case of malfunction.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before assembling or disassembling components.
• Always disconnect the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• Do not use the blender without the lid.
• Ensure the lid is securely closed before turning on the blender.
• Do not overfill the blender jug (maximum 1.5 liters).
• Do not use the blender with parts or accessories from other manufacturers.
• Use only original manufacturer replacement parts. Using non-recommended parts may cause fires, electric shocks, or personal injury.
• Place the blender on flat, dry surfaces only.
• Do not operate the blender empty to avoid permanent damage to the blades.
• Do not use the blender to store items. Keep the blender empty before and after use.
• Before introducing hot liquids into the blender, let them cool to room temperature.
• To reduce the risk of injury and damage to the blender, do not insert hands or utensils into the blender jug while it is in operation. A wooden or plastic spatula may be used only when the blender is off.
• Do not use aggressive detergents or sharp objects to wash or remove residues from the blender jug.
• This appliance should not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, without supervision or instruction from a responsible adult.
• Children should not play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.

Intended Use:

• The appliance is designed for mixing, blending ingredients, and crushing ice. Any other use is considered improper.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by external timers or remote control systems.
• Use the appliance exclusively in enclosed environments.
• The appliance is intended for domestic and similar applications, such as in kitchen areas of staff in shops, offices, and other work environments; in bed and breakfasts and rural tourism facilities; by guests in hotels, motels, and residential environments.
• Other uses, such as in restaurants, bars, and cafes, are inappropriate.

Manufacturer's Responsibility:

The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for damage to persons or property caused by:

• Use of the appliance other than its intended purpose.
• Failure to observe the instructions in the user manual.
• Alteration of even a single part of the appliance.
• Use of non-original spare parts.
• Failure to observe the safety warnings.

Appliance Description (Fig. A)

1. Dosing cap
2. Lid with pouring spout
3. BPA-free 1.5-liter jug
4. Removable blades
5. Motor base
6. Pulse button
7. Control knob
8. START/STOP button
9. Handle
10. Cord wrap compartment
11. Identification plate

Before First Use

• Remove labels and stickers from the blender and clean the motor base with a damp cloth.
• Remove the blender jug.

How to Remove the Blades (Fig. B)

• Hold the handle (9) and lift the blender jug. Remove the lid (2) and the dosing cap (1) from the lid.
• Turn the jug upside down and rest it on a flat surface. Insert the lower part of the dosing cap (1) into the blade base.
• Turn the dosing cap (1) clockwise to unscrew the blades (4) from the jug body. Manually remove the blades (4) from the jug body.
• Wash the components as indicated in the chapter "Cleaning and Maintenance".
• Carefully dry all components as indicated in the chapter "Cleaning and Maintenance" and reposition the blades in the jug body by reversing the previously indicated operations. Ensure the blades are correctly inserted in their housing.

How to Use the Blender (Fig. C)

• Place the blender jug onto the motor base.
• Add ingredients to the jug, ensuring not to exceed the maximum capacity (1.5 liters / 6 cups).
• Place the lid (2) with the dosing cap (1) on the jug. Ensure the lid is properly fitted.
• Connect the blender plug to the power outlet. The red LED will illuminate to indicate power is present.
• Select the desired speed or a pre-set program using the control knob (7). You can also press the PULSE button to manually start the product.
• The PULSE button can be used alone or in combination with speeds 1 to 3 to reach maximum speed.
• Press the START button to begin blending. Refer to the "Speed Adjustment Suggestions" table for more information on the most suitable speed for each use.
• Speeds 1 to 4 allow continuous blending. You can interrupt operation by pressing the STOP button. Speed can be changed at any time during the blending process.
• Do not operate the blender at speeds 1 to 4 for more than one minute continuously.
• When the blender jug is almost or completely full, it is advisable to place a hand on the lid to prevent it from moving during operation.
• You can add other ingredients during blending by removing the dosing cap and pouring ingredients through the lid's opening.

Functions

Safety Lock: The blender has a safety lock that automatically turns it off when the jug is removed. It also features a motor protection device that engages in case of overload.

Smooth Start System: When the appliance is started, the speed gradually increases to the set speed. This prevents damage to the appliance and utensils, avoids spillage, and ensures better mixing.

• The Smooth Start function works only when speeds 1 to 4 are selected and does not function with the PULSE mode or the CRUSH ICE or SMOOTHIE programs.

PULSE Function: Pressing the PULSE button turns the blender on at maximum speed. When the button is released, the appliance immediately locks. It is advisable to use a minimum quantity of 100g and not to blend for more than 5 consecutive seconds.

• The PULSE function does not work in combination with the CRUSH ICE or SMOOTHIE programs.

Crush Ice and Smoothie Programs: The pre-set 'Crush Ice' and 'Smoothie' programs automatically adjust the speed to optimize blending for a default time, then automatically deactivate.

• If you select one of the pre-set programs, after pressing START, the blender will operate automatically, and the central button's LED will illuminate to indicate the cycle is active.
• Use the CRUSH ICE program (pre-set time 50 seconds) which operates with intense, brief pulses to crush ice cubes or frozen fruit.
• Use the SMOOTHIE program (pre-set time 60 seconds) to blend fruit, ice cream, or yogurt for dense and creamy smoothies.

Speed Adjustment Suggestions

The speeds indicated in the table are indicative and may vary depending on the recipe and the interaction between the ingredients used.

Use/Cleaning and Maintenance

Suggestions for using the blender:

• For best results, cut ingredients into cubes before blending.
• Do not use the PULSE function for more than 5 seconds at a time. You may need to interrupt operation to slide ingredients down the blender jug walls with a spatula.
• When blending liquid and dry ingredients together, add the liquid ingredients first, followed by the dry ones.
• Remove hard elements from ingredients before blending (e.g., fruit pits, bones, etc.).
• Do not let food residues dry in the jug and on the blades, as they can be difficult to remove. If residues cannot be removed immediately, pour in a little hot water and let it soak.
• Do not blend hot food. Let food cool to room temperature before blending.

Incorrect Use. Danger of electric shock:

• Ensure the blender is disconnected from the power outlet before assembling or removing the blades.

Incorrect Use. Risk of damage to surfaces:

• Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia, or bleach on parts with metallic finishes (e.g., anodized, nickel-plated, chrome-plated).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g., powder products, stain removers, and metal scouring pads).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers.

Cleaning the motor base:

For good preservation of the external surfaces, clean them regularly after each use, after allowing them to cool. Clean with a soft, damp cloth and neutral detergent.

Cleaning the jug and blades

• Wash the jug and dosing cap with hot water and soap or in the dishwasher. The blender jug can be washed in the dishwasher only after removing the blades, without turning it upside down. The blades can be washed with hot water and soap, NEVER in the dishwasher.

Sharp Blades. Danger of cuts:

• Avoid touching the blades with your hands.
• Remove the blades using the dosing cap.

Using the automatic cleaning option:

1. Fill the jug with hot water and neutral detergent.
2. Turn the control knob to position 1.
3. Press the START button.
4. Press the PULSE button for 2 seconds at a time. Repeat the operation about ten times.
5. Remove the jug, empty it, and rinse it.
6. Dry carefully.

Cleaning other parts of the blender:

The blender lid and dosing cap can be washed with hot water and soap or in the dishwasher. Ensure they are completely dry before reassembling them in the blender.

Troubleshooting

If the problem is not solved or if other types of faults occur, contact the local service center.

Recipes

Fruit Mix

Ingredients:

• 2 pitted nectarines (or in syrup), cut into pieces
• 125 g frozen raspberries
• 125 g frozen strawberries
• 125 ml orange juice
• 125 ml apple juice

Execution:

1. Pour the nectarine pieces and all the juices into the blender jug.
2. Add the frozen fruit.
3. Turn the control knob to the Smoothie program and operate the appliance by pressing the START button.
4. Run for 40 seconds.

Soy Milk

Ingredients for 1 liter of soy milk:

• 100 g yellow soybeans
• 1.4 liters of water

Execution:

1. Wash 100 g of yellow soybeans and soak them in cold water, cover, and let rest for 18-24 hours.
2. After 24 hours, wash the soybeans thoroughly, strain, and blend with 400 g of water at speed 4 for 40 seconds, until a homogeneous cream is obtained.
3. Place a large pot with 1 liter of water on the heat and bring it almost to a boil.
4. Mix the blended soybeans, remove any foam that forms on the surface. Cook for 20 minutes from the boiling point.
5. Turn off the heat and let it rest, covered, for another 20 minutes.
6. After the resting period, pour the obtained milk into a bottle, filtering it, a little at a time, with the help of a strainer and sterile gauze.
7. Flavor and sweeten the soy milk to taste with vanilla, honey, malt, or various syrups.

Whipped Cream

Ingredients:

• 500 g cold cream
• 50 g icing sugar

Execution:

1. Whip the cream at speed 3 for approximately 30 seconds.
2. Interrupt the cycle by pressing the STOP button.
3. Add the icing sugar.
4. Select speed 4 and blend for 15 seconds until the mixture is completely whipped.

Note: Cream can also be whipped without icing sugar. In this case, select speed 4 and blend for 40 seconds.

Vegetable Purée

Ingredients:

• 300 g zucchini
• 100 g water or broth

Execution:

1. Steam the zucchini and cut them into cubes.
2. Pass the vegetable pieces into the blender and blend at speed 4 for 45 seconds, gradually adding water or vegetable broth to obtain a homogeneous cream.

Disclaimer

The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes deemed necessary for the improvement of its products without prior notice. The illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual are therefore not binding and are merely indicative.