Dualit Hand Blender Instruction Manual & Guarantee

BLITZ, WHISK, CHOP AND PUREE!

With your multi-tasking kitchen assistant, you can now tackle cookery challenges with ease. Experiment with saucy salsa, smooth soups and summery smoothies, safe in the knowledge that they will be ready in a matter of moments. From quick weekday dinners for two, to baby food and gourmet dinner parties, Dualit's trusty Hand Blender is up to every kitchen challenge.

The Hand Blender is just one part of the Dualit Food Preparation family. A comprehensive collection of hard-wearing, thoughtfully designed kitchen gadgets that make light work of every culinary task.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• This is an attended appliance. Do not leave appliance unattended during use; unplug after each use.
• This appliance must not be used by children younger than 8 years old and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities. Children aged 8-14 years and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge shall not use this appliance, unless they are supervised and have been given instruction concerning use in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children shall be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
• This appliance is intended for household use only. If the appliance is used improperly or for professional or semi-professional purposes or if it is not used according to these instructions, the Guarantee becomes invalid and Dualit refuses any liability for damage caused.

Electrical Safety

• Before connecting to the mains supply, check that the voltage marked on the appliance corresponds with the supply voltage.
• Never use a plug that has been cut from the power supply cord.
• Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted. Ensure replacement fuse is the same current value as the original and is ASTA approved to BS1362.
• Do not plug an appliance into a socket/outlet with other appliances connected or with additional features like USB sockets or Wi-Fi boosters.
• Do not immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or any other liquid.
• Never touch the Power Cord with wet hands.
• Do not allow the Power Cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a table or counter top.
• Do not place the appliance near the edge of the work surface.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged lead or plug, or after it malfunctions, has been dropped, or damaged.
• If the Power Cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Dualit or a qualified electrician. Contact Dualit's Customer Helpline on +44 (0)1293 652 500.

General Safety

• Do not use in a bathroom or outdoors.
• The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Dualit may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Avoid contact with moving parts. Never reach into a bowl with fingers or objects while the appliance is running.
• Do not attempt to defeat or override safety interlock mechanisms.
• Attachments and accessories are not suitable for microwave use.
• A "new" smell may be given off when the appliance is first used; this will dissipate after a few uses.
• Blades are sharp; handle carefully.
• Do not attempt to dislodge food when the appliance is plugged into an electrical outlet.
• CAUTION: Do not use alkaline cleaning agents to prevent damage. Use a soft cloth and mild detergent for cleaning.
• Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleaner on the appliance body.
• CAUTION: To prevent damage due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
• This product is fitted with a resettable thermal cut-out and surge protection. If the motor stops, the unit is not broken; stop, unplug, allow to cool, and then restart.
• Keep hands, hair, clothing, spatulas, and utensils away from attachments while mixing.
• Never carry or pull the appliance by the cord.
• Switch off, unplug, and allow to cool before approaching or changing any attachment.
• For safest use, remove pan from the stove and allow liquids to cool before blending. Never blend hot oil or fat.
• Do not add boiling liquids or foods to the Chopper Bowl or Jug. Always cool liquids or food items before using.
• Do not insert frozen items directly from a hot dishwasher into the Jug or Chopper Bowl.
• Do not immerse or wash Jug or Chopper Bowl in boiling or very hot water.
• Always operate the Chopper Bowl with the Lid securely in place. The Chopper Bowl may leak if the Lid is damaged, incorrectly fitted, or over-filled.
• Do not operate the Chopper Bowl while empty.
• The noise level of this appliance is Lc>70dB.
• When mixing heavy loads, operate for a maximum of 1 minute and allow to cool before using again. No recipe contained within the manual is considered a heavy load.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, approaching moving parts, or cleaning.
• Care shall be taken when handling sharp cutting blades, emptying the bowl, and during cleaning.

Before First Use: Read this manual, clean parts that contact food, register product, unpack carefully.

Environmental Protection: Do not dispose of this product in household garbage. Hand it over to a collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic appliances.

KNOW YOUR HAND BLENDER

Diagram showing the Dualit Hand Blender components: Main Body (with Turbo Speed Control and Power Button), Wand, Gearbox, Chopper Bowl (with Lid, Blade, Feed Tube Cover), Balloon Whisk, and Jug. Some parts are marked as dishwasher safe, others not.

• Main Body: Contains the motor and controls. (Not dishwasher safe)
• Wand: For blending liquids and pureeing. (Dishwasher safe)
• Gearbox: Connects the motor to accessories.
• Chopper Bowl: For chopping ingredients. (Not dishwasher safe)
• Chopper Lid: Seals the Chopper Bowl. (Dishwasher safe)
• Chopper Blade: Sharp blades for chopping. (Dishwasher safe)
• Chopper Feed Tube: For adding ingredients while chopping.
• Chopper Tube Cover: Covers the feed tube. (Dishwasher safe)
• Balloon Whisk: For whipping and aerating. (Dishwasher safe)
• Jug: For blending and mixing. (Dishwasher safe)

USING YOUR HAND BLENDER

Register your appliance at www.dualit.com/register. Do not blend for more than 1 minute in any 4-minute period. If accidentally exceeded, unplug and allow to cool.

Attaching and Removing Accessories

Ensure the Hand Blender is unplugged. To attach: Hold the Main Body, align the indent with the unlock symbol. Push and twist the accessory clockwise until aligned. To remove: Unplug and reverse the procedure.

Using the Wand

The Wand is for liquidising or mixing ingredients. Place ingredients into a tall container to avoid splashing. Insert the Wand deep into the mixture, ensuring the depth does not exceed the 'Max' marks on the shaft and the Wand foot is submerged. Plug in, set speed to minimum, press Power Button to start. Release Power Button to stop. Unplug after use. Remove Wand from Main Body and Jug/pan before pouring. Clean parts immediately.

Using the Chopper Bowl & Gearbox

The Chopper Bowl is handy for dry ingredients. For best results, use short, regular 1-second pulses. Ensure the Hand Blender is unplugged. Insert the blade over the Chopper Bowl shaft (caution: blades are sharp!). Distribute ingredients evenly in the Bowl (pre-cut to approx. 2cm cubes, do not fill above MAX). Never put food in before the blade. Place Lid on Bowl and rotate clockwise to lock, aligning Feed Tube and Spout. Attach Gearbox to the centre of the Lid. Plug in, set speed to minimum, press Power Button to start chopping. Pulse for a maximum of 25 seconds for meats/tough ingredients, 30 seconds for liquids/soft ingredients. Remove Feed Tube Cover and add ingredients down the Feed Tube (never reach in with fingers/utensils). Replace Feed Tube Cover. When chopping is complete, release Power Button and unplug. Lift Main Body and Gearbox vertically off the Lid. Remove Gearbox from Main Body by twisting anti-clockwise. Rotate Lid anti-clockwise to remove. If scraping, remove blades first (caution: sharp edges). Clean parts immediately.

Using the Balloon Whisk with Gearbox

The Balloon Whisk is for incorporating air into light ingredients. Use the supplied Jug for whisking to prevent splashing. Ensure the Hand Blender is unplugged. Attach Gearbox to Main Body securely. Hold Main Body and Whisk stem, insert Whisk with a slight twist and push until it clicks. Plug in, dip Whisk into mixture, set speed to minimum. Press Power Button to start whisking. Release Power Button to stop. Remove Whisk by holding Main Body/Gearbox and pulling Whisk downwards. Remove Gearbox from Main Body. Clean parts immediately.

MAXIMUM LOADING CHART

* Do not blend or process for more than 1 minute in any 4 minute period. Allow to cool. ** Rest appliance for 1 minute per every minute of whisking.

USEFUL TIPS

• Roughly chop ingredients before blending for best results.
• Hold the Chopper Bowl or Jug steady during use.
• Use a high-sided bowl for blending even small amounts to prevent splattering.
• The variable speed control can vary the speed of the motor from 7000-16000rpm. For best results start blending on the lowest setting and gradually increase the blending speed.
• For best results, work through the ingredients with a gentle up and down movement of the main body.
• To store a mixture in the Jug, cover and refrigerate as required.
• Mixing: The Jug is ideal for smoothies or frothy coffee. Use the wand for mixtures with solids like fruits or ice cream.
• Whisking: Tip a bowl at a safe angle to incorporate more air for lighter mixtures and increased volume. Ensure bowls and whisks are spotless for egg whites. Start slowly and increase speed as the mixture turns white.
• Chopping: Chop onions, garlic, cheese, and cooked vegetables quickly. Produce fresh breadcrumbs easily. Use cooked leftovers for nourishing soups.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

It is important to clean the Hand Blender and all parts in contact with food after each use. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG BEFORE ANY CLEANING. NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS ON ANY OF THE PARTS.

Look for these symbols on the parts: 1. Not dishwasher safe, 2. Dishwasher safe, 3. Do not immerse parts.

To remove food particles from Wand, Chopping Bowl and Balloon Whisk, fill a jug (or half fill Chopping Bowl) with warm, soapy water and whizz using the Turbo button.

DO NOT SUBMERGE: Do not submerge, or partially submerge, the Main Body or Gearbox in any liquid. Wipe exterior surface with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

SHARP BLADES: Caution: avoid contact with the blades. Use a cleaning brush and soap suds when washing the blades.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning the appliance body. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, solvents or steel wool.

STORING YOUR HAND BLENDER

Ensure the Hand Blender is unplugged whilst in storage. Ensure the unit is thoroughly cleaned and dried before storing. Bacteria can build up quickly if not cleaned and food is left on the unit. Place the Hand Blender in its box in a cool, dry place and away from the reach of children.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Diagram illustrating the fuse replacement process, showing a silver label covering a screw.

*To contact Customer Services, please email info@dualit.com with your model and serial numbers.

COOKBOOK

The Dualit Hand Blender is a versatile tool for everyday cooking. The cookbook section provides recipes for various meal types, emphasizing the importance of good quality and fresh ingredients.

• Breakfast: Recipes like Buttermilk Pancakes and Berry-Banana Breakfast Booster offer nutritious starts to the day.
• Dips and Pâtés: Quick preparations such as Guacamole, Salmon Pâté, and Creamy Black Olive, Anchovy and Tuna Paste are ideal for snacks or starters.
• Soups: Instructions for making smooth and flavourful soups like Carrot, Lemon & Tarragon; Cream of Mushroom; and Onion, Potato & Parsley.
• Sauces: Recipes for Watercress Sauce, Avocado Sauce, Red Pepper Mayonnaise, and One Pan Relish provide versatile accompaniments.
• Spicy Dishes: Includes recipes for Peanut & Chilli Satay Sauce, Sweet Potato Mash with Five Spice Duck Legs, and Fresh Green Curry Paste.
• Desserts: Features recipes for Exotic Fruit Jellies, Whipping Cream, Frothy Crème Anglaise, and Berry Fruits and Honey Ice Cream Drizzle.

The manual encourages experimentation with ingredients and flavourings.

GUARANTEE

This appliance is of excellent quality and construction. Dualit offers a 1-year guarantee covering defects in materials or workmanship. Dualit will, at its discretion, either repair or replace the defective parts, free of charge, subject to the terms and conditions.

This Guarantee covers both parts and labour. Carriage is not included. It applies only to products sold and located in mainland Great Britain and does not cover defects due to misuse, accidental damage, product modification (except by Dualit or approved agent), or dismantling/interference with the product.

To claim under this guarantee, send the product, postage or carriage paid, to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to Dualit direct. Ensure the product is clean and packed carefully, enclosing details of name, address, telephone number, proof of purchase, and exact details of the defect.

For further advice, contact the Dualit customer helpline on +44 (0)1293 652 500 or email info@dualit.com or visit www.dualit.com.

Environmental Note: Do not throw away the appliance with normal household waste at the end of its life; hand it in to an official collection point for recycling to help preserve the environment.