INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY MODEL NO.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Russell Hobbs Desire Hand Blender/ Hand Blender Set. Each unit has been manufactured to ensure safety, reliability and ease of use. Before use, please read the instructions carefully and keep it for future reference. Should you pass the unit on, please ensure that you also pass the Instruction Manual on. NOTE: USE EXTREME CARE WHEN HANDLING THE BLADE; DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE WITH YOUR FINGER. THE BLADE IS SHARP AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.
CAUTION: Please use your hand blender for no longer than 3-minutes at a time. For model 18980-56, the stick blender set, don’t use the whisk for more than 5-minutes or the chopper for more than 30 seconds. Once using the unit for the max recommended amount of time, switch your hand blender off for 3-minutes to let the motor cool and avoid possible damage. We suggest these usage times to help keep your product working for years to come. 1. Please read the instructions carefully before using any appliance.
14. Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. In case of damage, take the unit in for examination and/or repair by an authorised service agent. 15. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the motor assembly, plug or the power cord to water or any other liquid. 16. Never immerse the unit in water or any other liquid for cleaning purposes. 17. Remove the plug from the socket by gripping the plug.
adjustment or repair. Always insist on the use of original spare parts. Failure to comply with the above mentioned pre-cautions and instructions, could affect the safe operation of this machine. 31. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. 32.
PARTS DIAGRAM FOR THE RUSSELL HOBBS DESIRE STICK BLENDER SET (MODEL: 18980-56) 6
FITTING OR REMOVING ATTACHMENTS 1. Unplug the appliance before fitting or removing the mixing leg. 2. To fit the mixing leg, push it on to the end of the handle, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 3. To remove the mixing leg, turn it anti-clockwise, then pull it off the handle. ATTACHMENTS THE MIXING LEG 1. Generally, the mixing leg can do anything a normal blender can do, but faster, and with less washing up – blend, pulp or purée ingredients in the pan or bowl you’re going to cook them in.
3. Fit the mixing leg to the motor body as explained in the FITTING OR REMOVING ATTACHMENTS section. 4. Ensure the hand blender is unplugged or switched off at the wall socket. 5. Put the ingredients into a mixing bowl, beaker or a different durable bowl, which is sufficiently tall and wide enough to avoid splashing. 6. Plug the unit into the mains power supply. 7. Dip the mixing leg and blade as deep as possible into the mixture.
To avoid unnecessary splashing, immerse the mixing leg and blade into the mixture before switching the appliance ON. The speed can be adjusted at any time. Use the LOW speed setting for the thicker consistency. Use the HIGH speed setting for finer consistency. THE WHISK (MODEL 18980-56) 1. Push the whisk into the bottom of the whisk holder. 2. To remove it, simply pull it out of the bottom of the whisk holder. Do not immerse the whisk past the top of the wires. THE CHOPPER (MODEL 18980-56) 1.
The beaker must be washed with lukewarm water. The beaker may be washed in a dishwasher, but the harsh environment inside the dishwasher will affect the surface finishes. The damage should be cosmetic only and should not affect operation of the appliance. For model 18980-56, the hand blender set, you may wash the whisk, chopper, spindle, bowl and beaker in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher. If you use a dishwasher, the harsh environment inside the dishwasher will affect the surface finishes.
That the unit has been wired correctly and that the wall socket is switched on. That the mains power supply is ON. That the plug is firmly in the mains socket. If the appliance still does not work after checking the above: - Consult the retailer for possible repair or replacement. If the retailer fails to resolve the problem and you need to return the appliance, make sure that: The unit is packed carefully back into its original packaging. Proof of purchase is attached.
RECIPES STRAWBERRY SHAKE (makes one shake) ½ Cup vanilla ice cream ½ Cup milk ½ Cup fresh strawberries (Other type of fruit can be used such as: peaches, pineapple, banana) 1 ½ Tablespoons powdered sugar Attach the mixing leg to the motor body. Place ingredients into the mixing bowl. Blend on the HIGH speed for 25-30 seconds. MAYONNAISE 200-250 ml oil 1 egg (yolk and white) 1 tbsp. lemon juice or vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Put all ingredients into the beaker according to the above-mentioned order.
In a small stockpot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in the butternut squash puree, 2 1/2 cups of the stock, the bay leaf and the 2 tsp. salt. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Using the hand blender, puree the soup in the pot until smooth. Pour through a finemesh sieve set over a clean stockpot.
ASPARAGUS SOUP (serves 4) For an ultra smooth soup, strain it through a fine sieve, or a conical strainer that is a favourite in restaurant kitchens. A pestle is used to push the food through the fine-mesh perforations of the sieve. 1 1/2lb. asparagus 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) plus 2 tsp.
PLEASE AFFIX YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE/RECEIPT HERE IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST BE PRODUCED. WARRANTY 1. Home of Living Brand (Pty) Limited warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal, family or household use and purpose may manifest within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of purchase (“warranty period”). 2.
