Electrolux DITOMIX 5 Instruction Manual page 26

4. STRAY FLOUR PARTICLES:
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In order to reduce the emission of stray flour particles while
loading the bowl, it is recommended as follows:
- Empty the flour bag or the container containing the flour wi-
thout shaking it.
- Pour in the water before putting the flour in if that is possi-
ble
Fault finding
5. THE BEATER WILL NOT START
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• Check that:
- The machine is plugged in.
- The electrical power supply to the socket is correct.
- The safety guard is down
• If the beater stops during operation:
- The motor temperature sensor has been triggered or the
electronic system has detected an overload. If overheated,
wait a few minutes more before restarting. Reduce the load
in the bowl and disconnect the appliance for at least one
5. ABNORMAL NOISE OR OPERATION
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a) Metallic noise a) Metallic noise a) Metallic noise a) Metallic noise a) Metallic noise
- Tool distorted and rubbing.
- Bowl damaged or not in place (See § 3.2 and § 4.2).
5. TOOL JAMMED ON THE TOOL HOLDER SPINDLE
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• Generally due to poor cleaning or a distorted tool bore cau-
sed by a blow.
• If the tool is starting to seize, do not force it. Apply oil or
penetrating fluid and wait a few minutes for the product to work.
• Work it gradually, applying measured force:
- Turning it, using a to-and-fro movement.
Maintenance
6. MECHANICAL PARTS
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• This beater requires only minimum maintenance (the bea-
rings, motor and mechanical parts are greased for life).
• It is recommended the tension and wear of the drive belt is
checked at least once a year.
To check it, proceed as follows:
- Disconnect the beater.
- Remove the top cover (screw at the back + lug at the front).
CARE: Do not use force on the lug on dismantling. Simply CARE: Do not use force on the lug on dismantling. Simply CARE: Do not use force on the lug on dismantling. Simply CARE: Do not use force on the lug on dismantling. Simply CARE: Do not use force on the lug on dismantling. Simply
apply a slight twisting movement at the front of the applian- apply a slight twisting movement at the front of the applian- apply a slight twisting movement at the front of the applian-
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6. CHECKING THE SAFETY DEVICE
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• The safety device must be checked frequently to ensure
that it is operating correctly. The motor should stop when the
safety guard is opened.
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- Always start at slow speed during the water/flour mixing
- Do not shake an empty flour bag. Roll it with care.
Keeping to these simple rules will contribute to reducing the
emission of flour dust and consequently reducing the risks of
allergy linked to that dust.
minute to reinitialise it.
- Put the speed selector button back to zero before restar-
ting.
- Electronic speed sensor reading fault: clean the electronic
components with a brush to remove any dust.
If the problem persists, contact your local dea-
ler's service department.
b) The tool does not rotate properly but the motor is running. b) The tool does not rotate properly but the motor is running. b) The tool does not rotate properly but the motor is running.
b) The tool does not rotate properly but the motor is running. b) The tool does not rotate properly but the motor is running.
Check: Check: Check: Check: Check:
- The condition and tension of the drive belt (See § 6.1)
- The connection between the motor and speed selector.
If the problem persists, contact your local dea-
ler's service department.
- By tapping the tool with a mallet after clearing the pin from
the bayonet.
- Rub down the distorted part where necessary.
If the problem persists, contact your local dea-
ler's service department.
- If the drive belt needs tightening, unscrew the 3 motor re-
taining screws to move it.
Note: The toothed belt should be only slightly tensioned.
- If the drive belt needs changing, simply slide it off the dri-
ven pulley and then take it off the drive pulley without chan-
ging the position of the motor.
- Check the electrical connections, clean and refit in the re-
verse order.
• If this does not happen:
- Do not use the machine.
- Have it adjusted by your local dealer's service department.
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