kogan Thermoblend Elite All-In-One Food Processor & Cooker User Guide

THERMOBLEND ELITE ALL-IN-ONE FOOD PROCESSOR & COOKER

SAFETY & WARNINGS

Handle with care and inspect regularly to ensure product is in good working order. If this product, power supply cord or plug shows any signs of damage: stop use, unplug the product and contact Kogan.com support.

  • Read all instructions before using the appliance and retain for reference.
  • 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.
  • This appliance is designed for consumer use: follow directions and use only as described.
  • Do not use with an extension cord unless necessary and if so, ensure it is suitably rated and it is handled safely as is the product’s own power cord:
  • Do not allow the power cord to be exposed to water, heat, direct sunlight or overhang where it can be pulled or otherwise be damaged or pose a hazard.
  • Read all instructions carefully, even if you are quite familiar with the appliance.
  • To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT IMMERSE main body of this appliance, plug or power cord in water or any other liquid.
  • Switch off the power outlet and remove the plug before cleaning or when not in use. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the power outlet. Never pull the power cord. Never carry the appliance by the power cord.
  • Do not operate or place any part of the appliance on or near any hot surfaces (such as a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven).
  • Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This product is intended for household use only.
  • This appliance is intended to be plugged in a standard domestic power outlet only.
  • Do not use outdoors.
  • Operate on a dry level surface. Sinks, drain boards or uneven surfaces must be avoided.
  • The use of attachments or accessories not recommended or sold by Kogan.com can cause fire, electric shock or injury.
  • Never insert utensils into the appliance when the appliance is running.
  • Allow to cool before cleaning.
  • Store the unit indoors in a dry location.
  • Do not operate under or near flammable materials, such as curtains, drapes or any other combustible materials.
  • Caution should be taken when handling this appliance as some surfaces may be hot during and immediately after boiling. Severe burns may result from misuse.
  • CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property.
  • Avoid contact with steam from the lid when water is boiling or just after the steamer has switched off. Take care when opening the lid when the steamer has recently boiled, as steam can burn.
  • Extreme caution is necessary when moving any appliance containing hot water. Wait until the appliance has switched off automatically or switch it off manually before moving it. Do not move the appliance containing hot liquids or food.
  • Do not touch food inside the bowl directly.
  • To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.
  • Do not touch any moving parts.
  • Keep hands and utensils away from cutting blade while chopping food to reduce the risk of injury to persons or damage to the food processor. A plastic or wooden scraper may be used but only when the blender is not running.
  • Never attach the chopping blade without the bowl in place.
  • Do not operate the appliance when empty.
  • Ensure the bowl and lid are fitted correctly before starting appliance.
  • Blades must stop completely before removing lid.
  • Do not touch the blades when removing food from the bowl or when removing the blades for cleaning as they are sharp.
  • Do not attempt to override the cover lock mechanism.
  • Do not touch the blades, especially when the appliance is plugged in. The blades are very sharp.
  • If the blades get stuck, unplug the appliance before you remove the ingredients blocking the blades.
  • The appliance becomes very hot during steaming and may cause burns when touched. Only lift the bowl by its handle.
  • Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it.
  • Never use the bowl or any other part of the appliance in a microwave, as they are not suitable for this use.
  • Never sterilize the bowl or any other part of the appliance in a sterilizer or in a microwave, as they are not suitable for this use.
  • Make sure that you do not overfill the bowl. Do not exceed the maximum level indicated on bowl.
  • When you steam ingredients, make sure that you do not overfill the steam basket.
  • When you blend liquids, do not exceed the maximum level indicated on the bowl.
  • Never connect this appliance to a timer switch or remote control system in order to avoid a hazardous situation.
  • Always check the consistency of baby food. Make sure there are no chunks in the food.
  • Turn the measuring jug to lock position whilst using the machine at high speeds or when using the Pulse function.
  • This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. If it suffers any failure or damage, cease usage and contact Kogan Support after consulting the Troubleshooting section of this manual.

COMPONENTS LIST

CONTROLS

Display screen:Displays cooking time and indicators.Time button:Press to select minutes and adjust by turning the knob. Press again to select seconds, adjust by turning the knob and press any other function key to confirm. To set the time again, follow the above procedure. In the setting process, touching any other function key will restore previous settings.Temp button:Press to select temperature control, adjust by turning knob (0~120°C) and press any other function key to confirm. To set temperature again, follow the above procedure.Speed button:Press to select speed control, adjust by turning the knob and press any other function key to confirm. To set speed again, follow the above procedure. Speed can be adjusted in increments from “L” (low-speed, often used for stir-frying and simmering) and Gear 1-10. Under heating mode, speed can only be set to L~4 and both temperature and time must be set. Under non-heating mode, all speeds are available.Weight button:During standby, press to access weighing function (0~3,000g). Press again to return to time display. Press and hold for 3s to reset weight. Pulse button: Press to temporarily set maximum speed (non-heating mode only, will not function if the temperature is above 60°C). Do not use for longer than 30s.Quick button (Preset cooking modes):Press to enter preset mode menu (indicator will flicker), turn the knob to select shortcut menu and press START/STOP to begin preset mode cooking. Once cooking is complete, a 1-second alarm will sound 3 times. Start/Stop button: Begin, pause or stop operation.

Function

Time

Temp.

Speed

Applicable attachments

Tips

Steam (phase 1)

10 min

105°

Level 1

Stirring blade, stirring spoon, food steam  cover, food tray and  steamer.

The device will run  phase 1. The device  will beep 5 times  when complete.  The device will start phase 2. The device will beep 5 times when complete.

Steam (phase 2)

15 min

100°

Level 1

Cook (phase 1)

2 min

120°

Level 1

Stirring spoon and  measuring  

cup(100ml)

The device will run  phase 1 and will beep 3 times when  complete. After 30  seconds, the device will start phase 2.  The device will beep 5 times when  complete.

Cook (phase 2)

40 min

100°

Level 1

Jam

25 min

100°

Level 3

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will beep 5 times when  complete.

Sauce (phase 1)

10 min

105°

Level 1

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will run  phase 1, phase 2  and phase 3. The  device will beep 5  times when complete.

Sauce (phase 2)

10 min

100°

Level 1

Sauce (phase 3)

5 min

Level 4

Saute (phase 1)

2 min

120°

Level 1

Stirring spoon and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will run  phase 1 and will beep 3 times when  complete. After 30  seconds, the device will start phase 2.  The device will beep 5 times when complete.

Saute (phase 2)

10 min

100°

Level 1

Dough

3 min

Level 2

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will beep 5 times when  complete.

Cake

2 min and  30  

seconds

Level 4

Stirring spoon and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will beep 5 times when  complete.

Function

Time

Temp.

Speed

Applicable attachments

Tips

Ice (phase1)

15  

seconds

Level 6

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will run  phase 1 then phase  2. The device will  beep 5 times when  complete.

Ice (phase 2)

1 min

Level 10

Juice (phase 1)

15 seconds

Level 4

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will run  phase 1 then phase  2. The device will  beep 5 times when  complete.

Juice (phase 2)

2 min

Level 10

Puree

180 seconds

Level 10

Stirring blade and measuring cup(100ml)

The device will beep 5 times when  complete.

Clean (phase 1)

90 seconds

90°

Stirring spoon and cleaning cloth

The device will start  Cleaning phase.

Bowl will be heated  to 50° or for 90 seconds (whichever  comes first). Cleaning phase 2  will commence.

Clean (phase 2)

2 min 30 seconds

90°

The device will operate for 30 seconds at level 4. This will repeat 4  times with 10 seconds intervals in between. The device will beep 5  times when complete.

OPERATION

Setup

Stirring/grinding

Dough kneading/stirfrying/stirring

Chopping (slicing/shredding)

Cooking StepsSteps below are for stirring/grinding setup, but applicable to other configurations as well.

  1. Align the snap joint of blade holder with the bottom notch of jug and insert the blade holder into the bottom round hole. (Note: the nut of holder should be unlocked)
  2. Turn the nut rightward and fasten as indicated by the arrows.
  3. Place jug vertically on main body and press down until it clicks into place.
  4. Place stirring place into jug and rotate to left to fix blade on bottom of jug. To remove, mount jug on main body and turn blade. Do not touch blade with your bare hands.
  5. Place jug lid with seal ring installed and turn to secure. Place measuring jug on lid.
  6. Turn the machine on, the power switch is located on the bottom of the device. Select function and press START/STOP.
  7. To add ingredients during operation, press START/STOP and use feeding chute (use the measuring jug for liquids) before pressing START/STOP again to resume.
  8. Machine will beep five times when ingredients are processed. Unplug, use one hand to hold down removal button and the other to lift jug upward. Turn lid counter clockwise to remove.
Steamer
  1. Position steamer on jug with steaming lid Scraper
  2. Turn steamer clockwise to lock it into place.
Scraper

During operation, you can remove the measuring cup and scrape down the inside of the jug.

Butterfly Rod

Put the butterfly rod directly on the jug’s blade holder and it will turn during operation to beat eggs or make butter, soy sauce, etc..WARNING:(1) Do not start without butterfly rod fully installed.(2) DO NOT cook food which could damage or choke the butterfly rod.

Chopping Tray
  1. Mount transmission shaft on blade holder inside jug and place chopping tray on transmission shaft.
  2. Place transparent lid on jug and turn transparent lid clockwise until it is firmly fastened.
  3. Feed suitable ingredients through hole in lid and use feeder cap to push into machine.

Food Processing Guide

Time

Weight

Gear (Speed)

 Onion

5 x 1s

500g

10

Turmeric root

5 x 1s

500g

5

Celery

30s

50g

10

Nuts

60s

250g

10

Ice block

45s

250g

10

Nutmeg

30s

200g

10

Chinese Pastry

180s

300g flour  155ml water (add  500g flour  at most)

2

Carrot

30s

500g

4

Nutmeg

30s

200g

4

Lotus root

30s

2

4

Potato

30s

500g

4

CLEANING & CARE
  • Before cleaning, please be sure to turn off the switch and unplug the power.
  • Wash after each use.
  • Use a wet cloth to wipe the outer surface of main body; DO NOT put the body intowater or any other fluid or rinse it under water or it may suffer damage.
  • Wash the jug body and accessories with clean water and wipe them dry. NOTE:the blade is very sharp, so take care to avoid being cut and wear protective gloves.
  • Before storing, make sure the product is clean and dry.
  • Store in a dry place not directly exposed to ultraviolet rays.
TROUBLESHOOTING

Issue

Troubleshooting

Motor not working or  suddenly stops working

Ensure product is turned on, via the power switch underneath.

Ensure jug lid and transparent lid have been sealed well and  stirring cup is firmly connected.

Blade or motor blocked

Switch off and scrape off food blocking blades with spatula.

In addition, it is recommended to reduce the weight of food  and cut hard food into pieces.

Motor smokes and  

produces odour

The motor will emit a small amount of smoke and produce  odour after first use. This is normal and will dissipate after  l

To ensure safe operation, observe these recommended time  limits: Dough kneading: 30-180s Chopping and mixing: 30-60s

After use, allow appliance to cool completely before using  again

Screen not displaying

Ensure product is turned on, via the power switch underneath.

Error Codes

Code

Meaning

E01

Jug not properly installed.

E02

Overheat protection or control speed main board Fault

E03

Lid not tightened

E04

Other: contact Kogan.com.

QUICK REFERENCE – RECIPES

Tomato Stewed  Beef Brisket

Ingredients: 10ml oil, 10g onion, 500g beef brisket, 2 tomatoes, 15g light  soy sauce, pinch of sugar, salt to taste, boiled waterMethod: Install stirring spoon, add oil and onion and run [Slow Stew]  mode. Pause when appliance beeps, add other ingredients and  resume.

Strawberry Jam

Ingredients: 600g strawberries, 250g sugar, 1tbs lemon juicMethod: Install stirring blade, place ingredients in jug and run [Jam]  mode.

Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients: 300g pumpkin, approx. 600ml water, salt to tasteMethod: Install stirring blade, place ingredients in jug and run [Soup]  mode.

Mango Ice Cream

Ingredients: 350g sliced frozen mango, 300ml frozen milk, 50ml  condensed milk, 50ml creamMethod: Install stirring blade, place ingredients in jug and run [Ice  Cream] mode.

BananaMilkshake

Ingredients: 2 bananas, one pitaya and 400ml milkMethod: Install butterfly rod, place ingredients in jug and run [Juice]  mode.

Cake

Ingredients: 600ml unsalted butter or 5 egg whitesMethod: Install stirring blade, place ingredients in jug and run [Cake]  mode.

Self-cleaning

Method: Install butterfly rod, add approx. 500ml water and run [Self Cleaning] mode.

NOTES

Need more information?This is a Quick Start Guide and we hope that this has given you the assistance needed for a simple set-up.For the most up-to-date guide for your product, as well as any additional assistance you may require,head online to help.kogan.com

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