kogan Soup Wizard User Manual

kogan Soup Wizard

Attention: 

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

Product Layout

Getting Started

• Remove the soup maker and accessories from the box.
• Remove any packaging from the product.
• Place the packaging inside the box and either store, or dispose of safely.

What’s In The Box

• Soup maker power base
• Soup maker jug with built-in blade
• Jug cover
• Measuring Cup
• Instruction manual
• Sponge and Brush

Features

• 2 automatic soup settings
• Blender function
• Reheat function
• Minimum liquid safety sensor
• Hot liquid overflow sensor
• 2 portion Size settings
• Illuminated buttons
• Audible warning and finish alarm
• Non-slip suction feet
• Locking lid with food chute
• Built-in blender/mixing blade.

Safety Instructions

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.

1. Check that the voltage indicated on the rating label corresponds with that of the local network before connection the appliance to the mains power supply.
2. This soup maker is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experiences or knowledge, they should be given supervision and instruction in the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the soup maker.
4. If the supply cord is damaged, a qualified engineer must replace it in order to avoid a hazard, or send the unit to the authorized after-sales service center to repair.
5. Take care to keep hands, loose clothing and other items away from the rotating blades.
6. Do not use the soup maker if the rotating blades are damaged.
7. Do not use the soup maker without the lid being securely clipped in place.
8. Do not immerse the soup maker (Jug, cord, motor housing) in water or any other liquids.
9. This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. All repairs should only be carried out by a qualified engineer. Improper repairs may place the user at risk of harm.
10. Do not operate the soup maker after a malfunction or if it has been dropped or damaged in any way.
11. Do not leave the soup maker unattended whilst connected to the mains power supply.
12. This appliance must be unplugged from the power supply after use and whilst any maintenance such as cleaning is carried out.
13. Always use the soup maker on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
14. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation around the soup maker to allow the escape of heat the steam.
15. The jug body becomes hot during use, always hold using the handle provided.
16. Do not use the soup maker for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
17. Ensure that the supply cord is kept away from heat or sharp edges that could cause damage.
18. Do not allow the supply cord to hang over the edge of work surface or tabletops.
19. The soup maker is intended for domestic use only. It should not be used for commercial purposes.
20. Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended by supplier.
21. Wipe out the spills around the jug including its filter properly after use.

Usage Instructions

• The soup maker has two programmed soup settings to create chunky or smooth soups, as well as a reheat function enabling precooked soup to be reheated ready to serve.
• The built-in blender blades can be used to allow the soup maker to be used solely as a blender to make smoothies, purees, dips and dressings.
• The soup maker is fitted with several safety features including an interlocking lid cut­out, a minimum liquid sensor, a hot liquid overflow sensor for safe use at all times and safety micro-switch cut-off on the motor base.
• Before using the soup maker for the first time wipe down the jug and lid with a damp cloth using a mild detergent.
• Do not immerse the unit or the jug in water or any other liquids.
• Caution: the jug contains very sharp blades and should be handled with care at all times.
• Place the base unit of soup maker onto a stable, heat-resistant surface. Carefully position the jug on the base unit, aligning the connections in the base of the jug handle with those in the base unit. The jug should sit securely on top of the base unit.
• Fit the lid to the soup maker by aligning the lock open symbol on the lid with the datum mark on the top of the handle. Once aligned, turn the lid in the direction of the arrows until the lid lock symbol aligns with the datum mark.
• Ensure the measuring cup stopper is fitted to the top of the lid.
• When everything is positioned correctly, connect the soup maker to the mains power supply and press the START/STOP button to turn the soup maker on. The button will illuminate indicating the soup maker is on.
• If at this point the alarm sounds, disconnect the soup maker from the mains power supply and check that the lid is properly fitted and the fluid level is correct as described in the troubleshooting section.
• Once checked, reconnect to the mains and power up.
• To start the cooking process, select your function from the choices as shown below.

Function   Soup Chunky	Description Heat and blend hard, non-soaked vegetables, fruits, beans etc..	Time   25 – 30 minutes
Soup Smooth	Heat and blend softer, tender vegetables, fruits  etc..	25 minutes
Steam/Boiling	Steam and boil food such as eggs	15 minutes
Reheat/Keep Warm	Reheat leftovers, or keep soup, milk, chocolate etc.. warm.	12 minutes
Smoothie	Blend contents to a smooth  consistency	2.6 minutes
Blend/Mix	Blend a mix  of vegetables or fruits etc..	1.3 minutes
Pulse	Press to blend quickly	–
Start/Stop	Turn machine ON or OFF	–

Note: cooking times above are for reference only.The unit is very easy to operate. After pressing START/STOP, the indicators will flash, then you can select the cooking function you wish to use. Once selected, the soup maker will beep 1 time , indicating that the cooking process has started.Making a smooth soup should take approximately 20 minutes, while chunky soups, porridge or soymilk will take approximately 30 minutes. When the cooking or blending is complete, the soup maker will beep for several seconds and the indicator lights will flash.During the cooking process, if the indicator lights flash and the unit beeps continuously it is a signal that there is something wrong. If this occurs, please check the following:

• Lid is not securely locked
• No water inside the jug, setting off the dry sensor
• Jug is not positioned correctly into the main body
• Heating base/motor is overheating. Remove the jug from the motor housing and allow them both 5 minutes to cool down before replacing the jug
• Water or liquid is above the MAXIMUM level, trigging the overflow sensor
• Water or liquid is below the MINIMUM level, triggering the liquid safety sensor.

Operations

PulseAfter pressing START/STOP, the unit will be in standby mode. Press and hold the PULSE button down to blend. Release the button and the unit will stop blending.SteamingPour water into the jug to a point between the WATER MIN and STEAM MAX marks on the jugs. Use the egg steamer to hold the food you are steaming. This operation should take approximately 15 minutes.

BoilingPour water into the jug to a point between the WATER MIN and STEAM MAX marks on the jugs. Use the egg steamer to hold the food you are steaming. This operation should take approximately 15 minutes.Making SoupChop all of your ingredients into approximately 2-3cm cubes and add to the soup maker jug.CAUTION: it is not recommended to use uncooked meats in the soup maker. Any meat or fish used must be precooked. Do not add any frozen ingredients. All ingredients must be at room temperature.

• Stainless steel filter (if being used): the filter will divide the inner jug into 2 sections. The section inside the filter makes smoothies, soymilk, porridge or mixes food, while the section outside the filter makes chunky food. The filter is best used to separate the food to be blended, which at the end will become a chunky soup.
• If used without the filter in place, all food will be cooked and blended, which will result in a smooth/creamy soup.
• To use the filter, lower it into the jug so that the bottom is held in place by the ring at the bottom. Ensure the filter touches the bottom securely, and it will then be locked into place by the jug cover.
• Add your preferred liquid or stock into the jug. All liquids and stocks used must be at room temperature rather than warm or hot when put into the jug.
• Make sure the total volume of ingredients added at least reaches the minimum mark, but does not exceed 1700ml, as the internal sensor near the base of the jug must be covered in liquid. Under filling the soup maker jug will result in the sensor being triggered and the unit failing to operate.
• If during use the boiling action, the hot contents reach the lid, the upper sensor will be triggered, switching off the heating function to prevent boiling over.
• WARNING: foods high in starch or sugar will burn easily, especially at the bottom of the jug.
• The cooking function relies on uninterrupted operation. If the cooking sequence is interrupted at any point, the program will be cancelled and the blending/cooking will need to be repeated, which may affect the final results.
• Any ingredients to be added during the cooking process can be added through the food chute in the centre of the lid. Do not unlock or remove the lid as this will stop the program.
• To completely stop the cooking program at any time, simply press the START/STOP button. Otherwise, once finished, the soup maker will sound an audible alarm and will stop heating.
• You soup can be poured straight from the jug. Take care when removing the lid from the jug, as it will be very hot and will release steam.

Reheating:

• Previously prepared soup that has gone cold can be reheated in the soup maker. Simply set up the soup maker as previously described, then add the cooked soup to the jug, ensuring that the volume is between the minimum and maximum markings still.
• Connect the soup maker to the mains power and press the START/STOP button. Ensure the lid is correctly locked, then press the REHEAT button.
• The reheat program will follow this sequence: Heating – Mixing – Heating – Mixing -Heating. This process will continue until the soup is heated and has reached the optimum temperature of 65C – 75C, ready to serve. An audible alarm will then sound.
• The time taken to complete the reheating process will depend on the temperature and volume of the soup added, but should take approximately 5-8 minutes.Note: the reheating process is not a cooking function. All soups used in this process must already be precooked.Blending:
• The soup maker can also be used as a blender. Simply set up the soup maker as before and add your ingredients for blending. It is important that the ingredients reach a minimum depth of 3-4cm so that the safety cutoff sensor doesn’t activate. Do not fill the blender above the maximum marking.
• Do NOT blend dry ingredients as the sensor will not recognize them.
• Connect the soup maker to the mains power and press the START/STOP button. Make sure the lid is locked correctly, then press the blend button to start the BLEND program.
• The blend cycle is a repeating 20-25 seconds of high speed blending, followed by a slight rest. To stop the cycle, press the BLEND button again, or press the START/STOP button.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Do not clean the soup maker in a dishwasher. Always disconnect the soup maker from the mains power supply before cleaning.
• Do not immerse the soup maker in any water or liquids. Clean the surface of the base unit and outer surface of the jug with a soft, damp cloth. Rinse the lid in warm, soapy water.
• To clean the inside of the jug, rinse to remove any remaining soup or food particles. Wipe away any food remains using a soft cloth and mild detergent before rinsing again.
• CAUTION: the blades inside the jug are not removable and are very sharp. Extreme caution must be taken when cleaning the inside of the jug.

Automatic Cleaning System

You can use the blender itself to aid in the removal of stubborn stains. Simple assemble the soup maker as previously described, and add 800ml of water and a small amount of mild detergent. Fit the lid and switch the soup maker on. Press the BLEND or PULSE buttons and the blades will rotate to clean the jug. You can stop the cleaning process at any time by switching the appliance off. For extremely stubborn stains, you can repeat the above process but use the SOUP making functions to clean the jug.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
The unit is not  working and keeps beeping.	1.The jug is not fitted to the base correctly. 2.The lid is not fitted  correctly. 3.There is not  enough liquid in the jug. 4. There are spills around the over-flow sensor .
The unit has stopped mid-program (during operation).	1.The lid is too  loose. 2. Liquid level has become too low due to evaporation during cooking. 3.Liquid has moved up past the maximum level. 4.The jug connection to the base has loosened.
Ingredients are still too large after the program is complete.       Ingredients are hard after  cooking.	1. Pieces were possibly too large to start with. Use the blend  function  after cooking. 2.The wrong function was selected. 3.Not enough water was added. Add more water to the jug. 1.Chop the ingredients into smaller pieces before adding. 2.The wrong soup cycle has been used. 3.Too much food or water has been added and the filter is clogged. 4.          Some foods simply require longer cooking. Select any heating function until fully cooked.
The soup is not hot and the cooking cycle appeared to finish early.	There was too much hot liquid in the jug and during the process the liquid reached the lid and set off the upper overflow sensor .
Food is burnt and stuck to the bottom.	1.Food was too rich in sugar and starch. 2.Too much food was added and not enough  liquid.

Reference Recipes

Broccoll and Potato SoupIngredients

• 225g cheddar cheese
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 medium onion, cut into 2.5cm pieces
• 60ml extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 900g peeled potatoes
• 1.8kg broccoli, stems peeled and florets separated
• 60ml sherry
• 1.8L hot vegetable stock
• 1 ½ tsp lemon zest.

Method

1. Place all ingredients in the jug, power on the soup maker, then select “soup”
2. This will take around 30 minutes, from boiling to blending and simmering. Simmer until vegetables are tender
3. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.

Fresh fruit smoothieIngredients

• 125ml orange juice
• 1/2 cantaloupe melon, cut into 2.5cm piece
• 150g raspberries (fresh or frozen)
• 200g pineapple chunks, cut into 2.5cm pieces (fresh or canned, drained)
• 2 navel oranges, peeled and segmented
• 200g strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1 mango, peeled, stoned and cut into 2.5cm pieces
• 1 banana, peeled and cut into 2.5cm pieces
• 6-10 ice cubes

Method

1. Layer the ingredients in the jug in the order listed.
2. Fit the lid and select “Blender” button.
3. Turn blender off and serve in tall glasses.

Potato soupIngredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 clove of garlic, crushed
• 2 medium potatoes cubed
• 2 medium or 3 small leeks sliced
• 700ml water (or chicken soup)
• 3 tbsp double cream (optional)
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to season.

Method

1. Prepare all ingredients before beginning.
2. Add 700ml water and chopped potatoes in the jug, cover the lid and turn on the soup maker, then press “Soup” .
3. Allow the boiling around 8 minutes, add the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion and garlic from the top cover middle-hole.(Do not open the whole cover, otherwise the cooking will stop), the whole soup takes around 30 minutes.
4. Add seasoning to taste.
5. Finally add the double cream and hold the button “Pulse for several seconds until mixed through.

Aloli Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 egg yolks
• Pinch chilli powder
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• Pinch salt
• 1 litre olive oil

Method (serves 4)

1. Place the lemon juice, egg yolks, chilli, garlic and salt into the jug , power on the soup maker, then select the “Blender” button.
2. While mixing, gradually add the oil, through the hole of the lid. Process until the sauce emulsifies, it takes around 5 minutes.

Broccoll and Stllton SoupIngredients

• 25g butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, roughly chopped
• 1 leek, green head removed, chopped
• 350g broccoli, cut into small florets
• 1 small potato, peeled and roughly chopped
• 700ml water
• 4 tbsp double cream
• Salt and freshly milled black pepper
• 125g stilton, rind removed, crumbled

Method

1. Place the butter and olive oil in the Soup Maker. Add the broccoli, potato and water in the jug, turn on the soup maker and select the “Soup smooth” button. After 30 seconds, add the onion and leek and cook until soften, finally until smoothie. It takes around 20 minutes.
2. Finally , add the double cream, season well and finally add the cheese, stir until just melted(power on soup maker, and hold the button “Pulse” several seconds), do not allow to boil.
3. Pour the soup between 4 bowls and serve.

Carrot and ginger soupIngredients

• 6 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 onion, peeled, cut to fit large feed tube
• 2cm piece fresh ginger, peeled
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 800ml chicken stock
• 20g fresh coriander

Method

1. Put all ingredients in the soup maker jug, power on and press” Soup” for hard food, it takes around 30 minutes, from boiling, blending, cooking, blending to simmering (several cycles)
2. Serve hot with crusty bread

Tropical slushyIngredients

• 440ml water
• 75g granulated sugar
• 330ml concentrated orange juice
• 550ml milk or coconut milk
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Method

1. Combine water and sugar and stir until sugar is completely dissolved. Stir in remaining ingredients.
2. Pour the mixture into jug, Turn the soup maker on, select the “Blender” function, let mix until thickened and slushy, about 10 minutes, depending on thickness preferred. Transfer to tall glasses and serve with straws and a maraschino cherry garnish.

Real hot chocolateIngredients

• 800ml milk
• 4 tsp cocoa powder
• 200g milk chocolate, broken into small pieces

To Serve

• Mini marshmallows
• Whipped cream

Method

1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker. Power on the soup maker, select the “Reheat” function, let it mix and simmer about 5 minutes (the hot chocolate is around 70 Celsius)
2. Serve in mugs with whipped cream and marshmallows on top.

Tip: Keeping the hot chocolate warm in the soup maker on the reheat setting makes it perfect for a Bonfire night or children’s parties.

Tomato soupIngredients

• 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes, drained.
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
• 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
• 1 carrot, peeled and chopped
• 1 stalk celery, trimmed and chopped
• 500ml chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 bay leaf
• Pinch dried basil
• Pinch thyme.

Method

1. Place the tomatoes, garlic, carrot and celery in the soup maker jug
2. Add the stock, bay leaf, basil and thyme. Cover & cook on ‘soup” or until the vegetables are tender. (Put thick vegetables outside the Stainless steel filter to avoid mixing as your desired)
3. Serve immediately for a rustic soup, or blend until smooth.