Cuisinart Power Advantage, HM-3 Series Manual

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

200 Watt DC Motor
Powerful enough to easily cut through cookie dough or butter right out of the refrigerator.

Maximum Comfort
Balanced to do more work for you. The shape of the mixer allows maximum possible power and balance. Stress-free grip provides unparalleled comfort and control, even during extended mixing.

Automatic Feedback
No need for a power boost. An electronic feedback mechanism automatically feeds in extra power when needed. It assures that the mixer will not bog down, even when mixing heavy loads.

SmoothStart^®
When the mixer is turned on, the beaters start spinning very slowly to prevent ingredients from splattering.

Easy To Clean
With a smooth, sealed base, the mixer wipes clean instantly.

1. Speed Control
   Provides fingertip control for all speeds.
2. Rotating Cord
   Unique center cord will freely rotate with comfort for right- or left-handed use.
3. Beater Release Lever
   Conveniently located for easy ejection of beaters.
4. Heel Rest
   Allows mixer to rest upright on countertop.
5. Easy-Clean Beaters
   Two stainless steel beaters for easy aerating, mixing, and whipping. Designed with no center post to prevent ingredients from clogging up beaters. Beaters are easy to clean and dishwasher safe.
6. BPA Free
   All materials that come in contact with food are BPA free.

USE, CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Inserting Beaters

1. With the mixer turned OFF and unplugged, insert beater with collar into the larger hole. Push beater in until it clicks into place. Insert the beater without collar into the smaller hole. Push beater in until it clicks
   

Turning Mixer On and Changing Speeds

1. To turn mixer on, simply push the switch forward to Speed 1.
2. Push the switch forward to increase the speed. To turn off your mixer, position the switch to OFF.

Removing and Cleaning Beaters

1. Before cleaning the Power Advantage^® Hand Mixer, set the speed control to OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet. Lift the beater release lever and remove beaters from the mixer. Wash the beaters after each use in hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher.
2. NEVER PUT THE MOTOR HOUSING IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS TO CLEAN. Wipe with a damp cloth or sponge. Do not use abrasive cleansers, which could scratch the surface.
   NOTE: DO NOT USE THE CUISINART^® HAND MIXER ON NONSTICK COOKWARE.

MAINTENANCE
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

MIXING TECHNIQUES
The Power Advantage^® Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed when you start mixing.

Speed 1

• Start mixing most ingredients together
• Combine dry ingredients
• Start creaming butter and sugar
• Start whipping cream
• Start whipping egg whites
• Add flour to batters, or liquids to dry ingredients

Speed 2

• Sift and aerate dry ingredients
• Mash potatoes/squash
• Mix heavy cookie doughs
• Add nuts, chips, and dried fruit to doughs and batters
• Add eggs to batters/doughs
• Mix pudding ingredients
• Cut cold butter into dry ingredients
  (for pie doughs, biscuits, and pastries)

Speed 3

• Complete beating cake mixes and batters
• Complete mixing frostings
• Whip potatoes/squash
• Beat whole eggs/yolks

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not put the hand mixer or cord in water or other liquids. If hand mixer or cord falls into liquid, unplug the cord from outlet immediately. Do not reach into the liquid.
3. This appliance is not intended for use by children or by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils away from beaters during operation to reduce risk of injury to persons, and/or damage to the mixer.
6. Remove beaters from the mixer before washing.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer at their customer service telephone number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause fire, electric shock, or risk of injury.
9. Do not use outdoors or anywhere the cord or mixer might come into contact with water while in use.
10. To avoid possibility of mixer being accidentally pulled off work area, which could result in damage to the mixer or in personal injury, do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
11. To avoid damage to cord and possible fire or electrocution hazard, do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
12. 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 electrical outlet. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. The maximum rating 200W is based on the accessory dough hooks attachment (not included in this unit) that draws the greatest power and that other recommended attachments may draw significantly less power.