Braun MultiQuick 9, MQ 9137XL, MQ 9187XL, HB901AN Manual

Parts and Accessories

1. imode selector
   1. high speed
   2. low speed
   3. pulse
2. Safety button
3. Smartspeed switch/variable speeds
4. Motor part
5. EasyClick Plus release buttons
6. ActiveBlade shaft
7. Beaker
8. Whisk accessory
   1. Gearbox
   2. Whisk
9. Puree accessory
   1. Gearbox
   2. Puree shaft
   3. Paddle
10. 1.5-cup/350 ml chopper accessory «hc»
    1. Lid
    2. Chopping blade
    3. Chopper bowl
    4. Anti-slip rubber ring
11. 2-cup/500 ml chopper accessory «mc»
    1. Lid (with gear)
    2. Chopping blade
    3. Ice blade
    4. Chopper bowl
    5. Anti-slip rubber ring
12. 8-cup/2000 ml food processor accessory «fpl»
    1. Lid (with Gearbox)
    2. Coupling for motor part
    3. Pusher
    4. Feed tube
    5. Lid latch
    6. Splash Guard
    7. Food processor bowl
    8. Anti-slip rubber ring
    9. Chopping blade
    10. Chopping blade cover
    11. Dough Tool
    12. Insert holder
        1. Slicing insert (fine, coarse)
        2. Shredding inserts (fine, coarse)
        3. Julienne insert
    13. French fries disc
    14. Disc axle

Clean all parts before using for the first time – refer to «Care and Cleaning».

How to Use the Appliance

Smartspeed Switch for Variable Speeds

One squeeze, all speeds. The more you press, the higher the speed. The higher the speed, the faster and finer the blending and chopping results.
One handed operation: the Smartspeed switch (3) allows you to turn on the appliance and control the speed with one hand.

Operating your Hand Blender
First use: Remove the transportation lock from the motor part (4) by pulling it at the red strap.

Switching On

The appliance comes with an imode selector (1) and a safety button (2) for releasing the Smartspeed switch (3). Please follow the instruction to start the appliance:

• By pressing the silver part of the top you can choose one of the 3 different imodes (high speed, low speed, pulse).
• With the help of the 3 modes you can decide how to process the food. The indicator light glows white to show the chosen mode.
• High speed (1a) gives you the full speed available. It is the standard position of the mode.
• Low speed (1b) decreases the speed even if you press the Smartspeed switch fully.
• The pulse mode (1c) can be used to break apart larger pieces of food or to control the texture of food when chopping. Press the Smartspeed switch for short bursts of power.
• After choosing the mode, press the safety button (2) with your thumb.
• Immediately press the Smartspeed switch and adjust to the desired speed.
  NOTE: If the Smartspeed switch is not pressed within 2 seconds, the appliance cannot be switched on for safety reasons. The safety button light will flash red. To switch the appliance on, start again.
• During operation you do not need to keep the safety button pressed.

ActiveBlade Shaft

The hand blender is equipped with an ActiveBlade shaft, which enables the knife extend to the bottom of the bell. The adjustment is made automatically by pressure required in blending tasks, especially suited to mix hard foods e.g. raw fruits and vegetables.
It is also perfectly suited for preparing dips, sauces, salad dressings, soups, baby food, as well as drinks, smoothies and milkshakes.
For best results, use the highest speed.

Assembly and Operation

• Attach the ActiveBlade shaft (6) to the motor part until it clicks.
• Place the ActiveBlade shaft into the mixture to be blended. Then switch the appliance on as described above.
• Blend ingredients to the desired consistency using a gentle up-and-down motion.
  Depending on the pressure applied, the ActiveBlade shaft will depress and blade will extend.
• After use, unplug the hand blender and press the EasyClick Plus release buttons (5) to detach the ActiveBlade shaft.

• Do not let liquids or ingredients overlap the green line of the ActiveBlade shaft.
• If using the appliance to purée hot food in a saucepan or pot, remove the saucepan or pot from the heat source and ensure the liquid is not boiling. Allow hot food to cool slightly to avoid risk of scalding.
• Do not let the hand blender sit in a hot pan on the cooktop when not in use.
• Do not scratch the ActiveBlade shaft over the bottom of pans and pots.

Recipe Example: Mayonnaise
1.25 cups/250 g oil (e.g. sunflower oil)
1 egg and 1 extra egg yolk
1–2 tbsp. Vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

• Place all ingredients (at room temperature) into the beaker in the order as above.
• Place the ActiveBlade shaft at the bottom of the beaker. Blend at maximum speed until the oil starts emulsifying.
• With the ActiveBlade shaft still running, slowly raise the shaft to the top of the mixture and back down to incorporate the rest of the oil.
  NOTE: Processing time: approx. 1 minute for salads and up to 2 minutes for a thicker mayonnaise (e.g. for dip).

Whisk Accessory

(B)
Use the whisk only for whipping cream, beating egg whites, making sponge cakes and ready-mix desserts.

Assembly and Operation

• Attach the whisk (8b) to the gearbox (8a).
• Align the motor part with the assembled whisk accessory and push the pieces together until they click.
• After use, unplug and press the EasyClick Plus release buttons to detach the motor part. Then pull the whisk out of the gearbox.

Tips for Best Results

• Move the whisk clockwise while holding it at a slight incline.
• To prevent splattering, start slowly and use the whisk accessory in deep containers or pans.
• Place the whisk in a bowl and only then switch the appliance on.
• Always ensure the whisk and mixing bowl are completely clean and free of fat before whisking egg whites. Only whip up to 4 egg whites.

Recipe Example: Whipped Cream
1.8 cups/400 ml chilled cream (min. 30% fat content, 4 - 8°C)

• Start with low speed (light pressure on the Smartspeed switch) and increase the speed (more pressure on Smartspeed switch) while whipping.
• Always use fresh chilled cream to achieve greater and more stable volume when whisking.

Puree Accessory

The puree accessory can be used to mash cooked vegetables and fruits such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, plums and apples.

Before Use

• Do not mash hard or uncooked food, as this may damage the unit.
• Peel and remove any stones or hard parts; cook and drain then mash the fruit/vegetable.

Assembly and Operation

• Fit the gearbox (9a) to the shaft (9b) by turning in a clockwise direction until it locks into place.
• Turn the puree accessory upside down and fit the paddle (9c) over the central hub and turn counter- clockwise to locate. (If the gearbox is not fitted properly, then the paddle will not secure in place.)
• Align the assembled puree accessory with the motor part and click the two parts together. Plug in.
• Dip the puree accessory into the ingredients and switch on the appliance.
• Using a gentle up and down motion, move the puree accessory through the ingredients until the desired texture is achieved.
• Release the Smartspeed switch and ensure the puree accessory has completely stopped turning before removing it from the food.
• After use, unplug the appliance. Remove the paddle (9c) by turning clockwise.
• Press the EasyClick Plus release buttons to detach the puree accessory from the motor part. Separate the gearbox from the shaft by turning counterclockwise.

• Never use the puree accessory in a saucepan over direct heat.
• Always remove the saucepan from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
• Sit the saucepan or bowl on a stable, flat surface, and support it with your free hand.
• Do not tap the puree accessory on the side of the cooking vessel during or after use. Use a spatula to scrape excess food away.
• For best results when mashing never fill a saucepan or bowl more than half full with food.

Recipe Example: Mashed Potatoes
2.2 lbs/1 kg cooked potatoes
7 fl. oz/200 ml warm milk

• Place the potatoes in a bowl and mash for 30 seconds (3/4 way on the Smartspeed switch).
• Add the milk. Resume mashing for another 30 seconds.

Chopper Accessory

The chopper (10/11) are perfectly suited for chopping meat, hard cheese, onions, herbs, garlic, vegetables, bread, crackers and nuts.
Use the «mc» chopper (10) for larger quantities and for hard foods.
Immediately stop processing when motor speed decreases and/or strong vibrations occur.
Use the «mc» chopper (11) for larger quantities and for hard foods.
For «hc» and «mc» chopper do not exceed the quantity of ingredients higher than max line. Not suitable for liquids.
Refer to the Processing Guide D for maximum quantities, recommended times and speeds.

Before Use

• Pre-cut foods into small pieces for easier chopping.
• Remove any bones, tendons and gristle from meat to help prevent damage to the blades.
• Make sure the anti-slip rubber ring (10d/11e) is attached to the bottom of the chopper bowl.

Assembly and Operation

• Carefully remove the plastic cover from the blade.
• The blades (10b/11b) are very sharp! Always hold it by the upper plastic part and handle it carefully.
• Place the blade on the center pin of the chopper bowl (10c/11d). Press it down and give it a turn so that it locks into place.
• Fill the chopper with food and put on the lid (10a/11a).
• For ice crushing, use the special ice blade (11c).
• To achieve good results fill up to 5 ice cubes in «mc» chopper and chop 10-15 seconds.
• Align the chopper with the motor part (4) and click together.
• To operate the chopper, switch on the appliance. During processing, hold the motor part with one hand and the chopper bowl with the other.
• Always chop harder foods (e.g. parmesan cheese) at full speed.
• When chopping is complete, unplug and press the EasyClick Plus release buttons (5) to detach the motor part.
• Lift the lid up. Carefully take out the blade before pouring out the contents of the bowl. To remove the blade, slightly turn it then pull it off.

• Do not use the chopper accessories (10/11) to process extremely hard foods, such as unshelled nuts, ice cubes, coffee beans, grains, or hard spices e.g. nutmeg. Processing these foods could damage the blades.
• Only the «mc» chopper accessory (11) with the special ice blade (11c) is allowed to crush ice cubes.
• If using the appliance to puree hot food ensure the liquid is not boiling. Allow hot food to cool slightly to avoid risk of scalding.
• Never place the chopper bowls in the microwave oven.

Food Processor Accessory XL

The food processor accessory (12) can be used for:

• Chopping, blending and mixing Pancake batter;
• slicing, shredding, julienning and making French fries.

Chopping

(E)
Using the blade (12i) you can chop meat, hard cheese, onions, herbs, garlic, vegetables, bread, crackers, and nuts.
Refer to the Processing Guide E for maximum quantities.

Before Use

• Pre-cut foods into small pieces for easier chopping
• Remove any bones, cartilage, tendons and gristle from meat to help prevent damage to the blades.
• Remove stems from herbs, shell nuts.
• Make sure the anti-slip rubber ring (12h) is attached to the bottom of the food processor bowl.

Assembly and Operation

• Carefully remove the chopper blade cover (12j) from the blade.
• The blade (12i) is very sharp! Always hold it by the upper plastic part and handle it carefully.
• Place the blade on the center pin of the bowl (12g). Press it down and give it a turn so that it locks into place.
• Fill the bowl with food. Insert the splash guard (12f).
• Then put on the lid (12a) until it engages with a click.
• Insert the motor part (4) into the coupling (12b) until it locks.
• Plug in the appliance and insert the pusher (12c) in the feed tube (12d).
• To operate the food processor, switch on the appliance. During processing, hold the motor part with one hand and the food processor bowl on the handle.
• When chopping is complete, unplug and press the EasyClick Plus release buttons (5) to detach the motor part.
• Press the lid latch (12e) to lift up the lid. Then separate the lid from splash guard.
• Carefully take out the blade before pouring out the contents of the bowl. To remove and unlock the blade, slightly turn it then pull it off.

• Do not use the food processor accessory to chop extremely hard foods, such as unshelled nuts, ice cubes, coffee beans, grains or hard spices e.g. nutmeg. Processing these foods could damage the blades.
• Never place the food processor bowl in the microwave oven.

Using the blade (12i), you may also mix pancake batter based on up to 3 cups/500 g of flour.
For food processor do not exceed the quantity of ingredients higher than max line.

Recipe Example: Pancake Batter
3 cups/750 ml milk
3 cups/500 g plain flour
4 eggs

• Pour milk into the bowl, then add flour and finally the eggs.
• Using full speed, mix the batter until smooth.

Heavier batters or doughs must not be prepared with the knife. Use the Kneading hook (12k) for heavier batters and doughs.

Kneading Hook

Figure E also applies for the use of the kneading hook (12k).
The kneading hook is ideal for kneading different dough types such as yeast or pastry.
Refer to the Processing Guide Kneading E for maximum quantities, recommended times and speeds.

Assembly and Operation

• Place the kneading hook on the center pin of the bowl (12g). Press it down and give it a turn so that it locks into place.
• Fill the bowl with flour (max. 3 cups /500 g), then add the other ingredients except the liquids.
• Turn the appliance on at maximum speed.
• Add liquids through the feed tube while the motor is running.
  NOTE: Maximum kneading time: 1 minute – then allow the motor to cool down for 10 minutes.

Recipe Example: Pizza dough
3 cups/500 g plain flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp dried yeast
10 tbsp olive oil
1¼ cups/300 ml water (lukewarm)

• Put all ingredients except water into the bowl and start kneading.
• Add water through the feed tube while the motor is running.

Recipe Example: Sweet Pastry
3 cups/500 g plain flour
1½ cups/340 g unsalted butter (cold/hard, small pieces)
¾ cups/160 g sugar
2 small egg
2 pinch salt

• Put butter and sugar into the bowl and start kneading. For good results use cold butter.
• Add flour and the rest of the ingredients.
• Dough will become too soft from over kneading. Stop kneading shortly after dough has formed a ball.
• Cool down the dough in the refrigerator for half an hour before proceeding.

Recipe Example FP: Cake Batter
3 cups/500 g plain flour
1 cup/200 g sugar
¾ cups + 2 tbsp/200 g unsalted butter (cold/hard, small pieces)
3 eggs
1 baking powder
1 cup/200 ml milk

• Add flour and all other ingredients except the milk into the bowl and start kneading.
• Gradually add milk while running until uniform mass has formed.

Slicing/Shredding/Julienne/French Fry

(E)
Use the fine and coarse slicing inserts (i) to slice raw fruit and vegetables into fine, thin slices; e.g. cucumbers, onions, mushrooms, apples, carrots, radishes, potatoes, zucchini and cabbage.
Use the fine and coarse shredding inserts (ii) to shred foods such as apples, carrots, potatoes, beetroot, cabbage, hard cheese (like Parmesan).
Use the julienne insert (iii) to cut fruit and vegetable into julienne.
Use the French fry disc (12p) to prepare french fries.
Refer to the Processing Guide E for recommended speeds.

Assembly and Operation

• Reach into the holes of the Insert holder (12l) or French fry Disc (12m) to attach the Disc axle (12n) and turn it to the left, until it locks.
• For slicing and shredding place an insert into the insert holder (12l) and snap into position. Make sure that the insert is fully inserted into the insert holder and no offset remains. Place the assembled insert holder or French fry disc on the center pin of the bowl and give it a turn so that it locks into place.
• Insert the splash guard (12f) to the bowl and put on the lid (12a) until it engages with a click.
• Insert the motor part into the coupling until it locks.
• Plug in the appliance and insert the food to be processed into the feed tube.
• For best French fry results, place 3-4 potatoes (depending on the size) in the feed tube of the lid while the motor is switched off.
• Switch the appliance on to operate. Never reach into the feed tube when the appliance is switched on. Always use the pusher to feed in food.
• After use, unplug and press the EasyClick Plus release buttons to detach the motor part.
• Press the lid latch (12e) to lift up the lid. Then separate the lid from splash guard.
• Carefully take out insert holder or French fry disc before pouring out the contents of the bowl. To remove the insert holder or French fry disc, slightly turn it then take it out with reaching into the holes with the fingers.
• To remove an insert, push it up at the one end that protrudes at the bottom side of the insert holder.
• The maximum processing amount follows the guideline figure of 4x times filled bowls.
• Before you continue processing let the appliance cool down for 30 minutes.

Care and Cleaning

• Always clean the hand blender and the suitable accessories thoroughly for first use and after every use with water and detergent.
• Unplug hand blender before cleaning.
• Do not immerse the motor part (4) or gearboxes (8a, 9a, 12a) in water or any other liquid. Clean with a damp cloth only.
• The lid (11a/12a) ) can be rinsed under running water. Do not immerse in water, nor place in a dishwasher.
• For better cleaning it is possible to disassemble the Stand for storing.
• All other parts can be cleaned in a dishwasher. Do not use abrasive cleaners that could scratch the surface.
• You may remove the anti-slip rubber rings from the bottom of the bowls for an extra thorough clean.
• When processing foods with high pigment content (e.g. carrots, or curcuma), the accessories may become discolored. Wipe these parts with vegetable oil before cleaning them.

Troubleshooting guide

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

1. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully when removing, inserting or cleaning. Exercise the same care when removing, inserting the chopping blade or disc for the food processor and chopper accessories. Always verify that the accessory enclosure is free of cracks or other damages.
2. The 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 instructions concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. Remove any packaging materials and promotional labels before using the appliance for the first time.
4. Turn the appliance off. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and pull from electrical outlet. Never pull cord.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not put the motor part, cord or electrical plug of this hand blender in water or other liquids. Only the detachable blending shaft and other certain parts of this appliance have been designed for immersion into water or other liquids. Never submerge any other part of this unit. If hand blender falls into liquid, unplug first, then remove immediately. Do not reach into the liquid without unplugging the unit first.
6. The use of attachments/ accessories not sold or recommended by Braun may cause fire, electrical shock or risk of injuries to persons.
7. Regularly inspect the power cord, power plug and actual appliance for any damage. Do not operate if damaged in any way or after the appliance malfunctions. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized Braun service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
8. Avoid any contact with blades or moveable parts.
9. Do not use outdoors or for anything other than its intended purpose.
10. Keep hands and utensils out of the container while blending to prevent the possibility of severe injury to persons or damage to the unit. A scraper may be used, but must be used only when the unit is not running.
11. Detach blending shaft from the motor part before washing the blades or shaft.
12. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities at a time to reduce spillage, splattering and possibility of injury from burning.
13. The metal blending shaft and whisk may scratch or mark non-stick coatings. Do not use in non-stick cookware.
14. Be certain the food processor attachment cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance. Do not attempt to remove cover until blade has stopped rotating.
15. Check work bowl for presence of foreign objects before using.
16. Do not let any cord hang over the edge of the table or counter. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stovetop.
17. Double-blade knife is sharp. Handle carefully. Use extrem care when removing or replacing knife blade.
18. Bowl must be in place before replacing knife blades
19. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage always unplug the unit from the electricaloutlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
20. We suggest you save all packing materials in the event that future shipping of the machine is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from children.
21. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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