Sunbeam StickMaster SM9000 - Master Series Hand Mixer Manual

Sunbeam's Safety Precautions

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM STICKMASTER.

• Do not handle appliance with wet hands.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Do not touch the blade while it is operating, as it is very sharp. After the appliance has been switched off the blade will continue to rotate a moment longer.
• Turn the power off and disconnect from supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
• Do not use the appliance with hot liquids, as there is a risk of burns due to splashing. Allow hot liquids to be cool enough to touch.
• Hold the stick mixer firmly and up right while using it.
• Care should be taken when handling sharp cutting blades, emptying the bowl and during cleaning.
• Injury may occur if the stick mixer is not used as intended.
• Do not operate the appliance without a workload.
• When using extremely heavy loads, the appliance should not be operated for more than 4 seconds. This does not apply to the recipes detailed in this booklet.
• Never insert metal or other utensils, such as knives or forks, into the inside of the blade system while the appliance is operating.

Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance:

• Read carefully and save all the instructions provided with an appliance.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug when the appliance unattended, before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
• Always use your appliance from a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
• Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot surface.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or after the appliance has been damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected, return the appliance to the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your appliances.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid unless recommended.
• Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.

If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.

Features of your Sunbeam StickMaster Platinum^®

Power buttons
Preselect speed 1-9 on the large LCD screen then press the speed button ().
For instant power select the () speed setting.
Powerful 265 watt motor
High powered 265 watt motor for the most demanding blending tasks.
Chopper attachment
750ml chopper attachment conveniently attaches to the StickMaster^® to chop a variety of food including meats, vegetables, nuts and herbs.
Patent Pending 3 x 3 blade system
Three-way horizontal blades create a horizontal slicing motion to maintain the integrity of the food by slicing and not mashing.
The unique design of the ice crushing blades create vertical crushing and are ideal for hard foods such as ice and nuts.
The combination of horizontal slicing & vertical crushing offers the ultimate in blending performance.
Non-slip mat / storage cap
Keeps the chopper secure on the bench during use and acts as a storage cap when not in use.

Detachable stainless wand
The stainless steel wand detaches with a twist and lock design that is intuitive and easy to use.
Dishwasher-safe components
The detachable shaft, chopper bowl, chopping blade, whisk attachment, beaker and non-slip mat/storage caps are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.
Large capacity beaker
Large capacity 1.5 litre beaker is ideal for smoothies and your favourite drinks. The measurement marking are ideal for measuring out ingredients. Maximum blending capacity is 1000ml as mentioned on Jug. Do not over-fill.
Beaker handle
Provides maximum control of the beaker when blending.
Whisk attachment
Stainless steel whisk conveniently attaches to the StickMaster^®. Ideal for beating egg whites, mixing light batters or whisking cream.

Tilt Safety
Prevent splashing of liquid around your kitchen if the stick mixer is accidentally tilted. Once nearing 90 degrees, the motor will automatically turn off, stopping ingredients being splashed around or hands being in contact with the blades
Soft Start
Prevent the initial splash of liquids often experienced when using a stick mixer, with the Soft Start feature. Soft Start slowly ramps up the speed regardless of the initial speed selected.
Speeds 1-9 plus Turbo
Speeds 1-9 can be selected by turning the LCD dial in a clockwise manner. The selected speed will be shown on the LCD screen. Once a speed is selected, hold in the top control button. Soft Start will be activated. To select Turbo setting, hold in the bottom control button.
LCD User Interface
The backlit LCD screen provides feedback and lets you know what speed you have selected, when Soft Start is active and when the Tilt safety function has been activated.

Using your StickMaster

It is recommended to wash your StickMaster^® shaft, beaker, chopping bowl and whisk in warm soapy water with a soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Before using your StickMaster^® remove any packaging material and promotional labels or tags.

Ensure that the StickMaster^® is unplugged from the power outlet before assembling or removing attachments.

1. Insert the motor housing into the wand and twist the wand in a clockwise position until you hear a click. See Figure 1.
   

2. Plug the power cord into a 230-240 volt power outlet and turn the power on.
3. Lower the stick mixer into food and select from speed 1 through to 9 and depress the power button () or setting () at the top of the motor housing.
   Note: All stick mixers are designed to operate only when the power buttons remain depressed.
   Note: The power button ( ) should be released when selecting the turbo speed button ().
4. To stop the stick mixer, take your finger off the power button ( ) or the turbo speed button ().
5. To detach the wand, twist the shaft in an anti clockwise position until the wand unscrews from the motor housing. See Figure 2.
   

Using the chopper attachment

1. Place the chopper bowl on the non-slip mat, ensuring the surface is clean and level.
2. Fit the stainless steel chopping blade into the chopper bowl.
   Note: Care shall be taken when handling sharp cutting blades.
3. Place food into the chopper bowl.
4. Attach the lid onto the chopper bowl and rotate the lid in a clockwise direction until it locks into position.
5. Insert the motor housing into the hole on the top of the chopper attachment and turn in a clockwise direction until you hear a click. See Figure 3.
   
6. Plug the power cord into a 230-240 volt power outlet and turn the power on.
7. Hold the bowl with one hand while operating the stick mixer. Select from speed 1 through to 9 and depress the power button ( ) or setting () at the top of the motor housing
   Note: All stick mixers are designed to operate only whilst the power buttons remain depressed.
   Note: The power button ( ) should be released when selecting the turbo speed button ().
8. To stop the StickMaster^®, take your finger off the power button or turbo speed button.
9. To detach the chopper attachment, twist the motor housing in an anti-clockwise direction until the two pieces separate. See Figure 4.
   
   Note: Care shall be taken when handling sharp cutting blades, emptying the bowl and during cleaning.

Using the whisk attachment

1. Insert the whisk attachment onto the motor base and rotate in a clockwise position until the two pieces are locked together. See Figure 5.
   

2. Plug the power cord into a 230-240 volt power outlet and turn the power on.
3. Holding the stick mixer, lower the whisk into food and depress the power button at the top of the motor housing. Select from speed 1 through to 9 and depress the power button () or setting () at the top of the motor housing.
   Note: All stick mixers are designed to operate only whilst the power buttons remain depressed.
   Note: The power button ( ) should be released when selecting the turbo speed button ().
4. To stop the StickMaster^®, take your finger off the power button or the turbo speed button.
5. To detach the whisk attachment, rotate the attachment in an anti clockwise position until the attachment unscrews from the motor base.
   

A Guide to your StickMaster

Attachment	Processing Task	Food	Suggested Setting	Suggested Processing Procedure
	Aerating	Milkshakes, Smoothies, Cocktails, Fruit Frappes	7	Use chilled milk. Blend until desired consistency is achieved.
	Pureeing	Soups, Sauces, Dips, Baby Food	TURBO	Blend until smooth.
	Ice Crushing	Cocktails, Children's Ice Treats	TURBO	Use small sized ice cubes and add ¼ cup of water.
	Emulsifying	Salad Dressing	Speed 5-7	Blend until well combined.
	Mincing	Red meat, Chicken fillets, Fish fillets, Prawns	TURBO
	Chopping	Herbs, Nuts, Olives, Fruit, Vegetables	TURBO	Process ½ cup at a time, to ensure evenly sized pieces.
	Dicing	Onions, Garlic, Ginger, Leeks, Carrots	TURBO
	Crumbing	Bread Crumbs desired consistency.	TURBO	Tear bread roughly. Process until desired consistency.
		Biscuit Crumbs	TURBO	Break into pieces and process until crumbed.
	Whisking	Cream, Egg Whites, Light Batters	Speed 7-9

Care and Cleaning

After each use it is recommended

1. Always remove the power cord from the power outlet before cleaning and remove the detachable wand of the stick mixer.
   Note: DO NOT immerse, that is, soak the detachable shaft of the StickMaster because overtime the lubrication on the bearings can wash away.
2. Wash the detachable wand under running water, without use of abrasive detergents.
3. When you have finished cleaning the detachable wand of the StickMaster it upright so that any water which may have got in, can drain out.
4. Attachments including the beaker, beaker mat, chopper bowl and chopping blade can be washed in hot soapy water.
5. Dry thoroughly.
   
   Blades are extremely sharp, handle with care.
   Note: Should the stainless steel chopper blade dull from extensive use, sharpening is recommended at your local sharpening shop to ensure consistent results.

For a quick wash up

Between processing tasks, hold the StickMaster^® in the beaker half filled with water and depress the power button ( ) for a few seconds.

Dishwasher Use

All plastic components deteriorate through prolonged dishwasher use.
However, parts of your StickMaster^® are tolerant to dishwasher use. These include the shaft, beaker, chopper bowl, chopper blade and whisk.
Note: Place only on the top rack of the dishwasher.

Motor housing is not dishwasher safe.

Motor Housing

Clean the motor housing with a damp cloth.

Ensure that the motor housing is not immersed in water or any other liquid.