Bosch Hand Mixer MFQ2...GB

Intended Use

This appliance is intended for domestic use only for processing normal amounts of food and for normal amounts of time. It is suitable for stirring, beating, mixing soft foodstuffs and liquids, and for kneading soft dough. It should not be used for processing other substances or objects. It can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience if supervised or instructed on safe use and understanding the hazards. Keep children away from the appliance and its connecting cable and do not allow them to use it. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children.

Safety Instructions

Risk of electric shock and fire!

• Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level.
• Do not place the appliance on or near hot surfaces.
• Connect and operate only in accordance with specifications on the rating plate.
• Do not use if the power cord and/or appliance are damaged.
• Only customer service may repair the appliance.
• The mains cable must not come into contact with hot parts or be pulled across sharp edges.
• Never immerse the base unit in water or place it in the dishwasher.
• Do not steam-clean the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance with damp hands.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the mains after each use, when unsupervised, prior to assembly, disassembly, cleaning, or in the event of an error.

Risk of injury!

• Never connect the appliance to timer switches or remote-controllable sockets.
• If power is interrupted, the appliance remains switched on and restarts when power is restored; switch off immediately.
• Never leave the appliance unattended while switched on.
• Never leave the appliance switched on for longer than necessary.
• Wait for the appliance to stop immediately after use.
• Before replacing accessories or additional parts that move during operation, the appliance must be switched off and disconnected from the power supply.
• Do not operate the appliance at idle speed.
• Keep hands clear of rotating parts.
• Protect long hair or loose items of clothing to prevent them from becoming caught in the rotating tools.
• Use the appliance only with genuine parts and accessories.
• Only insert tools of the same type (e.g., 2 x kneading hooks) in pairs.

Risk of scalding!

• Take care when processing hot food. Hot food may splash during processing.

Important!

• It is essential to clean the appliance as described after each use or after it has not been used for an extended period. Refer to "Care and daily cleaning".

Overview

Base unit:

• 1 Ejector button
• 2 On/Off switch (multi-level): 0 = Appliance switched off, 1 = Lowest speed, 4 = Highest speed, M = Instantaneous switching (highest speed)
• 3 Mains cable
• 4 Apertures for inserting the tools: a Large aperture (with 4 indentations), b Small aperture

Tools:

• 5 Stirring whisks (x2) (Only MFQ22...)
• 6 Turbo stirring whisks (x2) (Only MFQ24...)
• 7 Kneading hooks (x2)
• 8 Universal cutter* (separate instruction manual) (*Depending on the model)

With the universal cutter, you can use the appliance at full power. If the universal cutter is not included, it can be ordered from customer service (order no. 12011748).

Before Using for the First Time

Before the new appliance can be used, it must be fully unpacked, cleaned, and checked.

• Remove the base unit and all accessories from the packaging.
• Remove packaging material.
• Check all parts for completeness.
• Inspect all parts for visible damage.
• Thoroughly clean and dry all parts before using for the first time.

Tools

Notes:

• The stirring whisks are not suitable for processing heavy dough.
• The maximum processing quantity is 500 g of flour and ingredients.

Stirring whisks or turbo stirring whisks (depending on the model): Suitable for sauces, beaten egg whites, mashed potatoes, crème fraîche, mayonnaise, cream, and light dough (e.g., cake mixture).

Kneading hooks: Suitable for stiff mixtures such as shortcrust pastry, yeast dough, potato dough, as well as for mixing heavy mincemeat dough, pasta, or bread dough.

Operation

Risk of injury! Do not insert the mains plug until all preparations are complete and the tools are firmly connected to the base unit. Never reach into the rotating tools. Only use tools of the same type in pairs.

1. Completely unwind the mains cable.
2. Slide the desired tools into the respective suitable apertures until they lock into place with a click.
3. Place the ingredients into a suitable receptacle.
4. Plug into the mains.
5. Immerse the stirring whisks or kneading hooks into the mixture. Hold the bowl firmly with one hand.
6. Switch on at the required speed level: Level 1: For working and mixing ingredients; Level 4: For kneading and beating; M: For temporary maximum output (press and hold to the left).
7. Move the mixer to and fro in the bowl while mixing.
8. As soon as the desired consistency is achieved, set the switch to 0 and wait for the appliance to stop. Only then should you remove the tool from the food.
9. Unplug the mains plug.
10. Press the ejector button and remove the tools. (Note: The ejector button can only be actuated if the switch is in the 0 position.)

Care and Daily Cleaning

The appliance and the tools used must be thoroughly cleaned after each use.

Risk of electric shock!

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning.
• Never immerse the base unit in liquids and do not clean in the dishwasher.
• Do not steam-clean the appliance.

Caution!

• Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol or spirits.
• Do not use any sharp, pointed, or metal objects.
• Do not use abrasive cloths or cleaning agents.
• Wipe the outside of the base unit with a soft, damp cloth and dry off.
• Clean the tools with dishwashing detergent and a soft brush or place them into the dishwasher.
• Allow all parts to dry.

Recipes

Whipped cream

• 100-500 g whipping cream
• Using the stirring whisks, beat the cream for 1/2 to 5 minutes at Level 4 until the desired consistency has been achieved.

Egg white/beaten egg white

• 1-5 egg whites
• Using the stirring whisks, beat the egg whites for 2 to 5 minutes at Level 4.

Sponge mixture (Basic recipe)

• 2 eggs
• 2-3 tbsp hot water
• 100 g sugar
• 1 sachet vanilla sugar
• 70 g flour
• 70 g cornflour
• Baking powder if required
• Beat the ingredients (except flour and cornflour) with the stirring whisks for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4 until frothy.
• Switch appliance to Level 1, mix in sifted flour and cornflour by the spoonful within 1/2 to 1 minute.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Cake mixture (Basic recipe)

• 2 eggs
• 125 g sugar
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 sachet vanilla sugar or peel from 1/2 lemon
• 125 g butter or margarine (room temperature)
• 250 g flour
• 1 sachet baking powder
• 60 ml milk
• Mix all ingredients with the stirring whisks for approx. 1/2 minute at Level 1, and then for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Shortcrust pastry (Basic recipe)

• 125 g butter (room temperature)
• 100-125 g sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch of salt
• A little lemon peel or vanilla sugar
• 250 g flour
• Baking powder if required
• Mix all ingredients with the kneading hooks for approx. 1/2 minute at Level 1, then for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Base for fruit flan (Basic recipe)

• 2 eggs
• 125 g sugar
• 125 g ground hazelnuts
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• Beat eggs and sugar for 3-4 minutes at Level 4 until frothy.
• Switch appliance to Level 1, add hazelnuts and breadcrumbs and process for 1/2 minute with the stirring whisks.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Plaited loaf (Basic recipe)

• 250 g flour
• 1 sachet dried yeast
• 110 ml warm milk
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch of salt
• 40 g sugar
• 30 g melted, cooled butter
• Peel of half a lemon, grated
• Mix all ingredients with the kneading hooks for approx. 1/2 minute at Level 1, then for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Pizza dough (Basic recipe)

• 250 g flour
• 1 sachet dried yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 pinch of salt
• 3 tbsp oil
• 125 ml warm water
• Mix all ingredients with the kneading hooks for approx. 1/2 minute at Level 1, then for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Bread dough (Basic recipe)

• 250 g flour
• 8 g sugar
• 8 g margarine
• 4 g salt
• 1 sachet dried yeast
• 150 ml water
• Mix all ingredients with the kneading hooks for approx. 1/2 minute at Level 1, then for approx. 3-4 minutes at Level 4.
• Maximum quantity: 2 x basic recipe

Disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

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