Heston Blumenthal BEM430, Instruction Book

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13
Functions
OPERATING THE MIXER
Planetary mixing action
Planetary mixing action is similar to the
mixing action used by commercial mixers
in bakeries and patisseries for 360 degree
beater-to-bowl coverage. This is achieved
by the counter-clockwise motion of the
mixer head combined with the clockwise
sweep of the beater. The result is thoroughly
mixed ingredients without the need for
a rotating bowl.
1. Ensure the power cord is unplugged and
the speed control slider is in the 0 (OFF)
position.
2. Assemble the bowl and mixing / whisking
tool, as noted in the previous section.
3. Press the TILT RELEASE button and lower
the mixer head until it locks into the
closed position.
4. Unwind the power cord completely and
insert the power plug into a grounded
wall outlet.
5. Always begin mixing by selecting a low
speed setting on the speed control slider.
Starting on a low speed will prevent
ingredients splattering. Increase the speed
as suited to the mixing task. The speed
setting can be adjusted during operation.
If necessary, stop the mixer during
operation and scrape any food mixture
down the sides of the mixing bowl with
a spatula.
6. Do not turn the mixer on with the scraper
beater in place if the mixing bowl is empty.
This will cause the scraper beater to make
a loud noise as it scrapes the bowl.
7. When ingredients are in the mixing bowl,
the scraper beater may make a slight noise
as it scrapes the sides and bottom of the
bowl. This is normal and should not
cause concern.
8. Under heavier loads or extended mixing
time, the motor head may become warm.
This is normal and should not
cause concern.