Operating Instructions vital BLENDER Pro Art.-No.
Carefully read all provided instructions before you start running the appliance and pay attention to the warnings mentioned in these instructions. Table of contents Knowing your Vital Blender Pro.................................................................................44 Important safeguards................................................................................................45 Safeguards for daily operation..............................................................................
Dear Customer! Congratulations! Your new Gastroback Vital Blender Pro comes with some remarkable features for preparing your dishes. The Gastroback Vital Mixer Pro shows an ultimate application flexibility, distinguished by the combined function of a blender and a small food processor.
knowing your vital blender pro Inner lid with scaling 60 ml and refill opening Lid of the blender jug Glass-jug 1.75 liter with scaling, heat and cold resistant Jug handle for secure grip 6-fold stainless steel knife Jug socket Motor base with drive coupling 1.
Important safeguards Save the instructions for further reference. Do not attempt to use this appliance for any other than the intended use, described in these instructions. Any other use, especially misuse, can cause severe injury or damage by electric shock, fire or moving mechanical parts. These instruction is an essential part of the appliance. When passing on the appliance to a third person, ensure to include these instructions. Never leave the appliance unattended when in operational mode.
• WARNING: Do not fill ingredients into the blender jug which exceed a temperature of 60 degrees. After processing ice cubes slowly heat up the blender jug before processing hot ingredients. Otherwise the blender jug will crack or get damaged. Use gloves processing hot liquids and do not fill the blender jug up too high. Ensure not to burn yourself on the blender jug, on overrunning, spurt out or hot steam. Touch the handle only for lifting the blender jug.
• Always place the appliance on a clean, dry and stable surface where it is protected from inadmissible strain (i.e. mechanical or electric shock, overheating, frost, moisture) and where young children cannot reach it. Do not place the appliance near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Vibration during operation may cause the appliance to move. • Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, and suitable large surface.
• The appliance is for household use only. Movable and sharp-edged parts – risk of injury • Never place the socket and / or the knife individually on the motor base. Do not touch the drive wheel of the motor base with your hands when the power cord is plugged in. Do not remove the blender jug from the motorblock whilst in operation.
• Ensure that the holder at the bottom of the blender jug is leak-proof before putting the blender jug on the motorblock. Always wipe off spilled liquids immediately. Do not immerse the motor or power cord in any liquids or spill any liquids on it or place the motor on wet surfaces. Never let any liquids run into the motorblock or underneath it to avoid electric shock. There are louvre underneath the motorblock. Ensure that no water can run into the louvre.
Assembling and disassembling the appliance Barlot (inner lid) Lid Mixing jug mounted Blender jug with handle Jug socket Silicone seal Motor base 6-fold stainless Control Panel Rotary Switch with operating menu steel knive unit Socket of the knives unit Assembling the blender jug Make sure that the blender jug and all parts are clean before you assemble the blender. CAUTION: Make sure that the appliance is turned off. 1.
6. Close the opening of the lid with the inner lid (1). The inner lid has two small guide pins that fit into the corresponding holes on the refill opening of the lid. Turn the inner lid after insertion clockwise. The inner lid positioned securely after latching with a ›click‹ and no longer can be raised (pic. 2). ATTENTION: The blades of the knifes are very sharp. Pay attention handling it and if possible only hold on to the socket.
Disassembling the blender jug 1. Always turn off the appliance by positioning the rotary switch to ›0‹ (switch position: OFF) – the appliance is turned off when all the lights are off – wait until the motor has come to a complete stop and unplug the power cord before removing any parts. 2. Grasp the blender jug by the handle and lift the jug upwards from the motor block. 3. Remove the lid of the blender jug and empty the jug. Pic. 3 4. Remove the inner lid (Barlot) from the opening of the lid.
General Tips Place the blender jug on a suitable, stable, dry, and clean working surface. (see: ›Safeguards for Daily Operation‹). Always wipe off spilled liquids immediately. Never let any liquids run into the motorblock or underneath it to avoid electric shock. When liquids are spilled on the motor housing, immediately unplug the appliance and dry the motor housing to avoid risk of electric shock or fire. Do not attempt to operate the appliance, when liquids are on or in the motor housing.
• Thick mixtures puree more efficiently if the blender is ¼ to ½ full. • When blending thick or dry mixtures it may be necessary to stop the blender and scrape down the sides of the blender jug with a plastic or rubber spatula, once or twice during blending. • Do not use metal utensils as they may damage the blades or blender jug.
• If you process hot foods, take the inner lid from the lid so that the steam can escape and no pressure inside the blender jug is created. Place a kitchen towel over the lid to protect from splashes and steam. • Clean the jug and the knifes immediately after each use. Control-Panel With the three different program buttons, you can influence the consistency of the ingredients. The buttons are labeled accordingly.
Smoothie For processing of whole fresh fruit, smoothies, yogurt, ice cream, milk shakes, frappes and smoothies. Mixing Level 1-12 For individual stirring ingredients of various liquids and at the desired speed. The length of mixing time depends on your personal preferences, the consistency of the ingredients and the recipe. Production steps WARNING: Ensure the blender jug is locked securely onto the motorblock and that you can not knock the appliance over during operation to avoid personal injury.
Speed level selection Turn the rotary switch from the position ›MIN‹ to position ›MAX‹ (the three LEDs will go off). The ›ice crusher‹/›smoothie‹/›nterval‹ buttons can not be pressed. You can regulate the speed of the high-performance motor in 12 steps between ›MIN‹ and ›MAX‹ using the rotary switch individually.
Warning: A safety switch prevents operation of the engine without glass container. Therefore, the mixer can be switched on only when the glass container is correctly mounted on the motor block. CAUTION: If the motor unintentionally falter or work unusually slow, then switch to ›0‹ (switch position: OFF) - the power is off when all the lights are off - wait until the motor has come to a complete stop and pull the power plug. Otherwise, the motor may overheat. Refer to the instructions ›Trouble Shooting‹.
Food Preparation & Usage Function Dried fruit Chopped dry fruit Use: fruit mince Ice Crush Ice Crush Use: mixed drinks and cocktails Ice Crush Care and cleaning WARNING: To avoid injury to persons and damage, always turn the appliance off, wait for the motor to stop completely and unplug the appliance, immediately after operation and before assembling/disassembling or cleaning the appliance. WARNING: Ware apropriate gloves if processing hot food.
Disassembling the blender jug and removing stubborn residues WARNING: The blade is very sharp! Do not touch the blade. To handle the blade, always hold on to the blade assembly housing. 1. Remove the blender jug off the motor block and hold it over the sink or a large bowl. Turn the blender jug upside-down. The underside of the knife unit is now up. Grasp with the left hand the handle of the blender jug and with the right hand the plastic holder of the knife unit.
Storage Always clean the appliance before storing (see ›Care and cleaning‹). Assemble the blender jug complete and properly for storing to avoid injury from the knife and the loss of individual components. Put the jug into the socket of the motor base. In this way, sealing ring, blade assembly and drive wheel are best protected from dirt and damage.
Problem Solution The bottom of the blender jug untight- Turn the appliance ›OFF‹ and pull the plug out of the power outlet. Empty the blender jug. Clean ens during operation; liquid leaks. and dry the motorblock. If any ingress of moisture into the motorblock or through the louvre take the appliance for technical maintenance and repair to an authorised specialised reparation shop. Ensure the blender jug is properly assembled.
Notes for disposal Dispose of the appliance and packaging must be effected in accordance with the corresponding local regulations and requirements for electrical appliances and packaging. Please contact your local disposal company. Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available.
REcipes Dips, sauces, dressings, curry pastes Guacamole Ricotta and olive dip 1 large avocado, peeled, stone removed and chopped 40 ml lemon juice ½ cup sour cream 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp chilli 1 bunch 200 g 200 g 125 ml 2 tsp ½ cup 1 sp ¼ cup ½ cup Place all ingredients into blender jug and select mixing (level 1-12), blend until smooth. Serve with crustini and crudités. Place all ingredients into blender jug and use the Blend function, blend until smooth.
Place lemon rind, juice and cream cheese into blender jug, using the ›Ice Crush‹ function. Scrape mixture from sides of bowl with a spatula. Add fish, horseradish cream, parsley and pepper. Use the ›Ice Crush‹ function until chopped. Scrape mixture from sides of bowl with a spatula. Blend using mixing (level 1-12) until smooth. Remove paté from blender jug and spoon into a serving dish, smooth top, cover and refrigerate until well chilled. Serve with water biscuits or melba toasts.
Satay sauce 2 cloves 1 small 2 tsp ½ cup 1 small 165 ml 2 sp 1 sp 2 sp 1 tsp Tip: Store curry paste in an airtight blender jug in the refrigerator. garlic, peeled onion, peeled and quartered peanut oil roasted peanuts chilli, halved and seeded water lemon juice dark soy sauce coconut milk brown sugar Tip: Substitute 2 teaspoons chopped lemon rind for lemongrass. Tip: This curry paste is best suited to poultry. Allow 2 tablespoons paste per 500g poultry.
Starters Roll each side of bread with a rolling pin, to flatten as much as possible. Combine mustard, parmesan cheese, tasty cheese, coriander and cayenne pepper to taste in a bowl. Divide mixture between bread slices and spread over half of each slice. Brush unspread sides of bread slices with beaten egg. Roll each slice up tightly using the egg to seal rolls. Arrange side by side on a tray. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Soups Heat oil in a large saucepan and add onion, garlic, coriander and cajun seasoning. Cook over a medium heat, stirring constantly until onion is soft; add corn, stock, milk. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes. Cook bacon in a separate pan until crisp, drain on absorbent kitchen paper. Allow mixtures to cool. Transfer mixture in two batches into blender jug select mixing (level 1-12) function, blend until smooth.
Fresh vegetable salad with pepita dressing Heat oil in a large saucepan, add garlic and leeks, cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until leeks are soft. Combine tomatoes, stock powder, tomato paste, brown sugar, bay leaf, thyme, mint, coriander, cloves and pepper. Pour into pan with leek mixture, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes or until liquid has reduced by one third. Allow the mixture to cool.
Rosemary parmesan crusted lamb steaks Arrange rocket leaves, eggs, tomatoes, avocado slices and olives attractively on a serving platter. Chill until required. To make dressing; place sour cream, parsley, basil, coriander, apple juice, nutmeg and pepper to taste into blender jug, select mixing (level 1-12), blend until smooth. Pour dressing over salad and serve immediately.
approx. 2-5cm in diameter. Place stock into a large saucepan, bring to the boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cook fish balls in batches for 5-6 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon. Set aside and keep warm. Reserve ½ cup of hot stock. To make sauce, beat egg and egg yolk in a small bowl until thick and creamy, gradually add lemon juice and reserved stock. Pour egg mixture into a pan, add fish bites, cook gently until heated through. Serve immediately.
Cocktails Mixed berry crepes 2 x 60 g eggs 250 ml milk 1 sp butter, melted 1 cup plain flour 2 tsp caster sugar ¼ cup caster sugar, extra ¼ cup water 250 g mixed fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries), washed and hulled Margarita 60 60 80 12 ml ml ml tequila cointreau lime juice ice cubes Place tequila, contreau, lime juice and ice cubes into blender jug. Select ›Ice Crush‹ program, blend until well combined and ice is crushed. Serve in salt rimmed glasses.
Non alcoholic drinks Frappés, smoothies and milkshakes Wild thing 1 cup 1 punnet ½ tsp 1 sp orange juice, chilled strawberries, hulled grated orange rind oatmeal 2 large scoops wildberry vitari or another frozen fruit based yogurt Rockmelon and pineapple frappé Place all ingredients into blender jug. Select ›Ice Crush‹ program, blend until smooth and thick. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Place rockmelon, pineapple and ice into the blender jug.
Banana smoothie 2 1 cup 250 ml 1/ 3 cup Strawberry milkshake bananas, peeled and chopped unflavoured yogurt milk honey 1 punnet Pulp of 4 500 ml 4 scoops 2 sp Place banana, yogurt, milk and honey into blender jug. Use the ›Smoothie‹ program, until well combined. Serve immediately. milk 2 sp 1 sp smooth peanut butter protein powder 2 large scoops ice cream Place all ingredients into blender jug. Use the ›Smoothie‹ program until well combined. Serve immediately.
Meals for babies Meals for Toddlers Apple and carrot Fast fish 1 apple, peeled and cored 1 carrot, peeled and chopped 100 g tuna or other cooked flaked fish, bones removed 1 zucchini, sliced and cooked ½ potato, diced and cooked Cook apple and carrot in a microwave oven or steamer until tender. Cool. Place ingredients into blender jug with a little water and select mixing (level 1-12) function and blend until smooth.
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