VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 (01) PDF Document

The signal words on your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 are selected using the following guidelines:

DANGER: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

The VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 is exclusively intended for use by adults and is not a toy.

• It may not be used by children, not even when supervised by an adult. Keep children away from the appliance when it is in operation.

• Keep the appliance and its connecting cables out of children’s reach.

• Please ensure you warn children of the potential dangers of heat/steam development, hot condensation, and hot surfaces.

• If the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 is used around children, consider using a locking code.

• Close supervision is necessary when the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 is used near children.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, please follow these precautions:

• Always unplug the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 from the outlet when not in use, before attaching or removing parts, and before cleaning.

• Do not put the base unit of the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 in water or other liquid. Clean with a damp cloth only, ensuring no water or dirt enters the base unit.

• Do not operate the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 if the cord or plug is damaged, if the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. Return it to the nearest authorized service facility for examination or repair.

• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch any hot surface such as a stove.

• Only plug the appliance into an alternating current at a plug installed by a qualified specialist, ensuring the voltage and supply frequency correspond with the plug label.

To avoid scalding, burn injury, and other hazards from hot contents, please adhere to the following:

• Only open the mixing bowl lid when the speed is set to “O” and the locking mechanism has released it. Never try to open the lid by force.

• If the hole in the mixing bowl lid is covered or blocked while heating is active, excess pressure can build up and hot contents can erupt. If you see the measuring cup being pushed up or the hole is blocked, unplug the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 and DO NOT touch the controls.

• To allow steam to escape and prevent excess pressure, ensure the hole in the mixing bowl lid is never blocked or covered, either from the inside (by food) or outside (by a towel).

• Do not fill the mixing bowl past the max. fill line (2.2 litres) or the simmering basket past its max. fill line.

• When processing hot food, use low speeds (-6) at high temperatures (above 60°C or Varoma temperature). Increase the speed gradually.

• Using the turbo mode or abruptly increasing speed with hot food may result in scalding injury.

• The VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 can generate a constant flow of steam. Keep away from the steam. When removing the Varoma lid, tilt it away from your face and body to avoid escaping steam.

• Do not touch the surfaces of the mixing bowl, lid, Varoma, or measuring cup, as they will become hot. Touch only the handles on the sides of the Varoma when it is hot.

Incorrect positioning may cause the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 to catch fire or fall down, causing injury.

• Your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 may catch fire if exposed to an external heat source.

• Do not place it on or near a hot surface or hob.

• Place your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 on a clean, solid, unheated, even surface to help prevent it from slipping or catching fire.

The mixing knife blades are sharp and can cause lacerations.

• Handle the mixing knife carefully. Hold the upper part of the mixing knife when removing or reinserting it.

• Use care when removing the mixing knife to prevent it from falling out accidentally.

• Keep hands and utensils out of the mixing bowl while in operation to prevent the risk of injury or damage.

Yes. The magnets in the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 Recipe Chips and the Recipe Chip interface may affect pacemakers or internal defibrillators. Keep these components away from pacemakers or internal defibrillators. Warn people with pacemakers or internal defibrillators about this potential risk.

Cook all food to these minimum internal temperatures as measured with a food thermometer before removing food from the heat source. For reasons of personal preference, consumers may choose to cook food to higher temperatures.

Motor:

• Maintenance-free Vorwerk reluctance motor 500 W rated power.

• Speed continuously adjustable from 100 to 10,700 revolutions per minute (Gentle stir 40 rpm).

• Special speed setting (alternating mode) for dough preparation.

• Electronic motor protection to prevent overload.

Heating system:

• 1,000 W power consumption.

• Protected against overheating.

Integrated scales:

• Measuring range from 5 to 3000 g in 5 g increments (to max. 6 kg).

Housing:

• High-quality plastic material.

Mixing bowl:

• Stainless steel, with heating system and temperature sensor integrated.

• Maximum capacity 2.2 litres.

Connected load:

• Only for 220-240 V 50/60 Hz (TM5-1).

• Maximum power consumption 1,500 W.

• Pull-out power cord, 1 m long.

Dimensions and weight:

Insert the mixing bowl with the handle pointing to the front and place it gently into position. The mixing bowl is inserted correctly if its handle is at the front and the bowl itself is securely fixed in the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5. To close the mixing bowl, place the mixing bowl lid vertically onto the mixing bowl. The lid will lock automatically when the motor is active.

To remove the mixing knife:

1. Hold the mixing bowl with one hand so that its opening points upwards.

2. With your other hand, turn the mixing bowl base 30 degrees counter-clockwise and pull the mixing bowl base off downwards.

3. Carefully hold the upper part of the mixing knife and remove it together with its seal ring.

To re-insert the mixing knife:

1. Place the mixing bowl base on an even and clean surface.

2. Place the mixing bowl on top of it and hold its handle firmly.

3. Push the mixing knife through the hole in the bottom of the mixing bowl until its sealing ring touches the bottom of the mixing bowl.

4. Turn the mixing bowl base 30 degrees clockwise to lock the knife in place.

The measuring cup is a multi-purpose item. It is a closing cap for the hole in the mixing bowl lid to avoid heat loss and prevent ingredients from escaping. It can also be used to measure ingredients, holding up to 100 ml (or 50 ml when filled to the notch).

• Place the measuring cup into the hole in the mixing bowl lid with its opening showing upwards.

• To add a small amount of liquid, simply pour the liquid onto the lid. It will gradually trickle into the mixing bowl.

• To add larger quantities of liquid or ingredients, lift the measuring cup and add them into the mixing bowl.

The simmering basket is a multi-purpose item for your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5:

• Cooking delicate foods: Use it for foods like meatballs or fish balls that are not suited for preparation directly in the mixing bowl.

• Filtering juices: After making a puree, insert the simmering basket into the mixing bowl to use as a filter when pouring out the juice.

• Reducing liquids: Place the simmering basket on top of the mixing bowl lid instead of the measuring cup to act as a splash guard, for example when making a sauce.

• To remove: Place the hook of the spatula into the notch of the simmering basket and lift the basket from the mixing bowl.

Important: Do not fill the simmering basket past the max. fill line.

The VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 spatula is the only accessory you may use to mix or stir ingredients in the mixing bowl during operation.

• Push it from above into the bowl through the hole in the mixing bowl lid. The safety disk ensures that the spatula is not caught by the mixing knife.

• Use the spatula to scrape all ingredients from the mixing bowl after preparation. Its tip is shaped to fit exactly between the mixing knife assembly and the bowl wall.

• The spatula has a specially shaped safety disk to make sure that it does not roll off the work surface.

• Warning: Do not touch the sharp mixing bowl blades with the spatula, as this may damage it.

The butterfly whisk helps you achieve the best results when whipping cream or beating egg whites, and is also perfect for preparing creamy puddings or sauces.

• To insert: Insert the butterfly whisk and slightly turn it against the intended rotation of the mixing knife. It should be hooked under the knife and not be possible to pull off vertically.

• To remove: Hold the ball-shaped end and pull it out with rotations in both directions.

NOTICE:

• Do not exceed speed 4 when using the butterfly whisk. If you do, it may be thrown off and destroyed.

• Never use the spatula when the butterfly whisk is fitted.

• Do not add ingredients that can damage or block the butterfly whisk when it is attached and the motor is running.

Follow these steps to use the Varoma for steaming:

Step 1: Set up Thermomix® TM5

Place the mixing bowl into position. Pour at least 0.5 litre (500 g) of water into the mixing bowl for up to 30 minutes of steaming. Close the mixing bowl with the mixing bowl lid. Never leave the measuring cup in the lid when using the Varoma.

Step 2: Filling the Varoma

Place the Varoma lid upside down on your work surface and position the Varoma dish on top. Loosely fill the Varoma dish with food, making sure that some slots remain unobstructed so steam can spread evenly. Place food requiring longer cooking at the bottom.

Step 3: Steaming with Varoma

Select the time and Varoma temperature, then set the speed to a low setting (-6). The water in the mixing bowl will boil, and the steam will rise into the Varoma to cook the food.

When finished: Set speed to zero. To open the Varoma, slightly incline the Varoma lid carefully to the front so that the steam can escape from the back. Let the condensation water drip into the Varoma dish before placing the lid upside down on the work surface.

To switch on: Connect the power cord and press the selector. The Home screen will appear.

To switch off: Press and hold the selector until a message appears that the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 is switching off. You can then release the selector.

You can weigh ingredients directly into the mixing bowl and Varoma.

Step 1: Insert the mixing bowl.

Step 2: Tap on the scales icon to activate the integrated scales function.

Step 3: Put in the first ingredient (3 kg max.) and check the quantity on the display.

Step 4: If you wish to add more ingredients, tap the ‘Tare’ button and add the next ingredient to the mixing bowl.

Repeat these steps as often as required up to the maximum weight (6 kg). The variation for up to 3 kg is +/-30 g. When weighing, do not touch or lean anything against the appliance.

Step 1: Set the timer. Tap the timer display and use the selector to set an operating time of up to 99 minutes. Heating and cooking are only possible if a time period has been set.

Step 2: Set the temperature. Tap the temperature dial and use the selector to set the desired temperature. If the dish should not be heated, skip this step.

Step 3: Start the Thermomix® TM5. Tap the speed dial and use the selector to set the desired speed. Once the speed has been set, the locking mechanism will secure the lid and the preset time will begin counting down.

• Gentle stir setting: The food is stirred slowly as if periodically stirred in a saucepan; food is not chopped and large chunks remain.

• Stirring (Speeds 1-3): This lower speed range is ideally suited for delicious stews.

• Mixing/blending (Speeds 4-10): Use for coarse to very fine chopping, mixing, and blending. Always adjust the speed slowly to the desired value.

The Turbo mode operates the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 at maximum speed.

1. Tap on the modes icon and select Turbo.

2. On the Turbo screen, select the desired blending time of 0.5, 1, or 2 seconds by tapping the respective touch area.

3. Start the motor by tapping the dial screen and turning the dial.

The Turbo mode is deactivated when the temperature in the bowl exceeds 60°C or the dough mode is activated.

Touch the reverse icon on the display to reverse the rotating direction of the mixing knife from forward (clockwise) to reverse (counter-clockwise). You can reverse the direction at any speed. Counter-clockwise operation is indicated by the according symbol on the speed dial.

Reverse operation is intended for gently stirring delicate food which is not to be chopped. To revert to clockwise operation, simply tap on the reverse icon again, or wait until the set time has expired and the rotation automatically sets back to forward knife movement.

Use the dough mode to make heavy yeast dough or bread dough.

1. To select the dough mode, tap on the modes icon on the display and select the dough mode icon depicting a blade of corn.

2. An ear of corn will be displayed on the speed dial, indicating that the dough mode has been selected.

3. Activate the dough mode by pressing on the speed dial and turning the selector with or without presetting the time.

The alternating operation, where the dough is mixed clockwise and counter-clockwise, ensures even processing. The dough mode is only available if the mixing bowl has cooled to a temperature below 60 °C (140 °F). While the dough mode is active, the heating system, turbo mode, and reverse mode are deactivated.

To connect a VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 Recipe Chip to your appliance, attach it to the interface at the side of the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5. It will lock into place as soon as the magnet is sufficiently close. The display will indicate which Recipe Chip has been attached, and the recipes on the chip can then be selected from the “Recipes” submenu.

Tap on “Menu” on the home screen and select a recipe. Once you have selected a recipe, it will be displayed in full view mode, allowing you to scroll up and down to read the entire recipe and list of ingredients. If you want to cook the recipe, tap on “Start” in the top right-hand corner of the display and follow the instructions that then appear on the screen.

If you need to transport the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5, you should first lock the mixing bowl. Select “Transportation mode” from the menu. The bowl will lock. Then press the selector to shut down your appliance. This makes it safe for transport.

Important: Never carry or lift the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 by the locking arms. Never push, pull or press the locking arms, as this could result in damage.

To protect your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 from unauthorized use:

1. From the menu, select Settings, then “Thermomix lock or unlock”.

2. Select “De-/activate lock”.

3. Select “Lock active”.

4. A number pad will appear. Enter a 4-digit PIN of your choice.

5. Press “Save”.

6. A security message will appear. Select “Yes” to confirm your new PIN.

Your VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5 is now locked and will request the PIN the next time it is switched on. If you forget your PIN, select “Forgot PIN?” and you will be able to unlock it using the master PIN 62742766.

If the motor is subjected to a high load, it may overheat and shut down automatically, displaying a “C1” error message. This is a harmless protection feature.

1. Remove the mixing bowl from the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5.

2. Reduce the quantity contained in the bowl and/or add some liquid, as appropriate for the recipe.

3. Wait for approx. 5 minutes for the motor to cool down.

4. Re-insert the mixing bowl.

5. Check that the air intakes at the back of the unit are unobstructed.

6. Turn the dial to re-start the VORWERK THERMOMIX TM5.

If the error message is still displayed after the cooling time, please call Customer Service.

Mixing Bowl and Lid: Remove the mixing bowl and mixing knife. Clean the inside and outside of the bowl (without the knife) in hot water with cleansing agent and a soft cloth, or in the dishwasher. The mixing knife, spatula, butterfly whisk, simmering basket, measuring cup, mixing bowl lid, and Varoma can be cleaned the same way. All components are dishwasher-safe; place plastic parts in the top rack.

Mixing Knife: To clean the mixing knife, hold it under running water with the knife pointing upwards. To facilitate cleaning, use a brush or clean it in the dishwasher. Do not leave the mixing knife in water for a long time as this may damage the gasket system.

Varoma: Clean the Varoma dish, tray, and lid carefully in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Use a soft, clean cloth and gentle cleansing agents. Avoid using sharp objects or metal scouring pads, as these will cause scratches.

Base Unit: Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. Wipe the main unit with a damp soft cloth and a gentle cleansing agent. Use water sparingly to prevent moisture from entering. Do not put the base unit in water or liquid.

Quick Clean: For a lightly soiled bowl, place approx. 1 litre of water and a few drops of cleansing agent into the bowl, select speed 5 or 6, and tap the reverse icon several times. Follow with a thorough rinse.

Use similar recipes in the Thermomix cookbooks as a guide for adapting your own recipes.

• Order of ingredients: Consider the order of steps, e.g., prepare dry ingredients first.

• Weighing ingredients: Before weighing each ingredient, tap on the scales icon. The scales will show 0.000. Add your ingredient. Never fill the mixing bowl past the max. fill line (2.2 litres).

• Chopping ingredients: When chopping or blending, first preset a short time and check the result. If the desired result is not reached, prolong the time.

• Heating time: Heating time depends on the starting temperature, quantity, and type of ingredients, as well as the chosen temperature and speed.