Smeg Hand Mixer HMF01 User Manual

Welcome and Product Overview

Dear Customer,

Thank you very much for purchasing the Smeg Line Hand Mixer. Our products offer a solution where research for an aesthetically pleasing object and innovative engineering provide unique, decorative items. A Smeg appliance is always a perfect match with other products of the line, serving as a designer item for the kitchen.

We hope you fully enjoy all the features of your appliance.

For more information, please visit: www.smegusa.com

SMEG S.p.A.

Model: HMF01

Product Type: Hand Mixer

Important Instructions and Safety Information

[!] WARNING: If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed precisely, fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
• Many important safety messages are provided throughout this manual and on the appliance.
• Read all instructions before using the appliance and always obey all safety messages.

[!] WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION

This is a safety alert symbol. It alerts you to potential hazards that can result in severe personal injury or death.

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS

Signal words like DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION are used with the safety alert symbol. DANGER denotes the most serious hazards, meaning you could be killed or seriously injured if you do not immediately follow instructions. WARNING means you could be killed or seriously injured if instructions are not followed. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor to moderate injury.

General Safety Precautions

• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper use.
• This appliance complies with current safety regulations. Improper use can result in personal injury and material damage.
• Read all instructions before installing or using the appliance for the first time.
• Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

The safety messages inform you of potential hazards, how to avoid risks, and what can occur if instructions are not followed. IMPORTANT: Observe all codes and ordinances in force.

[!] WARNING: For your safety, follow the instructions in this manual to minimize the risk of fire or explosion and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors, liquids, or materials near this or any other appliance.
• This appliance is NOT designed for installation in manufactured homes or recreational vehicles (RVs).

POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce electric shock risk, it fits into a polarized outlet only one way. If it doesn't fit, flip it over. If it still doesn't fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug.

GROUNDED PLUG: This product has a grounded plug, fitting only a three-prong outlet. Do not bypass this feature. Improper connection may risk electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if unsure about outlet grounding.

Important Safeguards

• Do not pull the cord to remove the plug from the socket.
• Do not place the appliance on or near gas/electric burners, inside an oven, or near heat sources.
• Do not place the appliance near faucets or sinks.
• Never attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Failing to use a qualified technician will void the warranty.
• In case of malfunction, have the appliance repaired by a qualified technician.
• Do not make any changes to the appliance.
• Ensure the power outlet is always freely accessible for unplugging.
• To remove the plug, operate directly on the plug, not the cable.
• If the appliance breaks down, do not attempt to repair it.
• Do not let the power supply cable dangle over edges or touch hot surfaces.
• If the plug or cable is damaged, have it replaced exclusively by the Technical After-sales centre.
• Avoid any contact with blades or moving parts.
• Use only original spare parts from the manufacturer. Non-recommended parts may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Avoid wetting or spraying liquid on the appliance. If liquid contacts it, unplug immediately and dry thoroughly (risk of electric shock).
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp objects.
• Using unapproved accessories may cause injuries.
• Do not place the appliance near electric/gas cookers or in a heated oven.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience/knowledge, unless closely supervised by a responsible person. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• Contact a qualified technician to replace a damaged plug with a suitable one.
• Connect the appliance only to a perfectly installed power outlet.
• The appliance is intended for household and similar use (shops, offices, B&Bs, hotels, residential environments). Other uses (restaurants, bars, cafes) are improper.
• For dense mixtures, do not use dough hooks continuously for more than 4 minutes; let cool for 10 minutes before restarting.
• Switch off and disconnect the appliance before changing accessories or approaching moving parts.
• Do not block ventilation or heat dissipation slots.
• Immerse whips in the bowl with food before starting.
• The Hand Mixer is designed for mixing, kneading, whisking eggs or cream. Do not use for other purposes.

Electrical Cord:

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce entanglement risks.
• Longer detachable cords or extension cords may be used if care is exercised.
• If using a long cord/extension cord: ensure its marked electrical rating is at least equal to the appliance's; if grounded, use a 3-wire cord; arrange it so it doesn't drape over surfaces where it can be tripped over.

Connect the appliance:

• Ensure mains voltage and frequency match the data plate.
• Connect only to a perfectly installed power outlet.
• If plug/outlet are incompatible, have the outlet replaced by qualified staff.

Disposal:

• Old electrical equipment must not be disposed of with household waste. Take it to separate collection facilities for electrical and electronic waste for recycling and environmental protection. Contact local authorities for information.
• Packaging materials are non-polluting and recyclable. Dispose of them at appropriate waste collection centers.
• Plastic packaging [!] Risk of suffocation: Do not leave unattended. Do not allow children to play with plastic bags.

[!] Power voltage Risk of electric shock

Description, Assembly, and Controls

Description of the Appliance (Fig. A)

Diagram A shows the Smeg Hand Mixer with various components labeled with numbers.

• 1: Accessory slots
• 2: Handle
• 3: Accessory release trigger
• 4: Speed and timer display (4a: Selected speed, 4b: Running timer)
• 5: Start/Stop button
• 6: Speed adjustment buttons
• 7: Optimus beaters
• 8: Dough hooks
• 9: Wire beaters
• 10: Accessory bag
• 11: Feet
• 12: Identification plate
• 13: Cable winding clamp

Identification Plate (12)

The identification plate states the technical data, serial number, and marking. It must never be removed.

Before Commissioning

• Unpack the appliance carefully, removing all packaging materials, labels, and stickers.
• Clean the motor base with a damp cloth. Wash all components and dry thoroughly (see "Cleaning and Maintenance").
• Before use, check that all components are integral.

Assembly of Components (Fig. B)

Diagram B illustrates the assembly of components. It shows how to insert beaters/dough hooks with a round ring (A) into the round slot (A), and those with an octagonal ring (B) into the octagonal slot (B).

[!] Do not use two accessories of different types together.

Description of Controls and Accessories

The appliance has 3 buttons and a time/speed display.

• Display (4): Shows selected speed (4a) and running timer in minutes/seconds (4b).
• Buttons:
• (5) ON/OFF Key
• (6) Decrease speed / Increase speed / Turbo function (keep pressed)

Optimus Beaters (7)

• Use for semi-hard doughs, medium-consistency creams, chocolate-based doughs, pastry doughs, cakes, and biscuit doughs.
• Always use both beaters.

Dough Hooks (8)

• Use for thick doughs like bread, pizza, egg pasta.
• Always use both dough hooks.

Wire Beaters (9)

• Use for creams with little consistency, sauces, mayonnaise, beating cream, eggs, liquids, egg whites.
• Always use both beaters.

[!] Make sure the bowl used is sufficiently large and high, and positioned on a stable surface.

How to Use the Hand Mixer

Using the Appliance (Fig. A)

• Insert the plug into the power outlet; the display (4) is off.
• Press the button [5] to activate Standby mode: display (4a) shows 0, display (4b) shows 00, all flashing. After 30 seconds of non-use, the display turns off.
• From Standby mode, press buttons [6] (+/-) to start the motor and adjust speed. Display (4b) counts seconds (01-59), while (4a) shows the selected speed.
• After 1 minute of operation, display (4b) resets to 0, and the first segment of the minutes line lights up. This continues up to 4 minutes and 59 seconds.
• After 4m59s: the motor stops automatically. Display (4a) shows 0. Display (4b) shows 4m59s blinking.
• When the motor is running, press button [5] to return to Standby mode.
• Pressing button [5] a second time turns the mixer off.

Smooth Start System

[Info] At the start, speed increases progressively until the set speed is reached. This prevents damage to the appliance, tools, and ingredients.

Turbo Function

• Keeping button [6] (+) pressed for 1 second activates TURBO function: display (4a) shows 9, display (4b) continues counting seconds. Motor speed is maximum.
• After releasing button [6] (+), motor speed returns to the previously set speed shown on display (4a). Display (4b) continues counting seconds.
• When the motor is running, press button [5] to return to Standby mode.

Hints and Tips

• Activate the appliance at a low speed until ingredients are mixed, then increase speed as needed.
• Climatic conditions, seasonal temperature differences, and ingredient consistency can affect preparation time and results.
• For best results with thick dough, use rotational movements and ensure liquid ingredients are at least 50% of the total dough.
• To work thick dough, do not exceed 500g of flour. Let the mixer cool for about 5 minutes before reusing. Switch off once the right consistency is achieved.
• Place the container on a stable, flat surface.
• [Info] During processing or when not in use, the appliance can be positioned on its feet (11) (Fig. C).
• The handmixer has a protection device that stops operation if overloaded. If activated, a flashing symbol [--] appears on the display. Switch off, unplug, wait 10 minutes, then plug back in.

Recommended Speeds

[Info] These are recommendations only; selected speed may depend on bowl size, quantities, ingredients, and personal preference.

[Info] To mix leavened dough, use only the dough hooks.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning and Maintenance (Fig. C)

Diagram C shows cleaning instructions.

[!] Before cleaning, ALWAYS disconnect the plug from the power outlet and allow the appliance to cool down. Never immerse the motor base (1) in water or other liquids.

The instruction manual provides appropriate cleaning and maintenance instructions. Any other intervention must be performed by an authorized service centre representative.

• Pull the accessory release trigger (3) upwards to remove accessories.
• Beaters, dough hooks, and wire beaters are dishwasher safe.
• Dry all parts of the appliance after cleaning.
• Clean the motor base with a damp cloth, then a dry one. Do not use detergents or abrasive materials.

Troubleshooting

[Info] If the problem cannot be solved or for other faults, contact the local after-sales service.

Manufacturer's Notes

The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes deemed useful for product improvement without prior notice. Illustrations and descriptions are indicative and not binding.