Operation - Robot Coupe Blixer 3 Operation Manual

III. OPERATION
Your Robot Coupe is equipped with a power on and off switch,
and magnetic safety switch. The magnetic safety switch is
operated through the plastic tab on the lid assembly. When
the lid and bowl are locked in position, the magnetic switch is
closed allowing the machine to be run by pushing the on and
off switches located on the front of the motor base.
General Use of the Bowl:
The full capacity of the bowl is 3 liters. As a general rule the
machine is operated with a maximum capacity of 1.5 to 2.5
liters, or about 3/4 full. The headspace above the product is
required to allow for a vortex or mixing action caused by the
blades which is responsible for complete and uniform mixing.
The maximum load limit will vary according to the type of prod-
uct. Heavy dense products such as meats or pastes, will put
a greater strain on the motor. If the motor has trouble start-
ing, reduce the amount of product in the bowl.
Loose or light weight products may be filled in the bowl up to
the 3/4 fill level as long as the correct circulation is being ob-
tained. The load limit for loose and light weight products is
usually only restricted by the capability of the product to be
properly circulated in the container.
The load capacity of liquids is dependent on the viscosity of
the liquid. The bowl on the unit is not sealed for water tight-
ness. However, the design of the lid and the high center hub
in the bowl, allows for a limited volume of these liquids. Gen-
erally speaking, thin liquids such as water should not be filled
above the top blade. Filling the bowl higher than the center
hub with the thin liquid will cause the liquid to leak onto the
motor base and possibly leak out the sides of the lid when
running.
Thicker liquids approaching the consistency of applesauce
and thicker, usually do not present a problem with leaking.
Range of Operation:
Your Robot Coupe can perform operations ranging from a
coarse chop, to a very fine micron size reduction of solids. It
will mix, blend, homogenize, and deaerate powders, solids,
and liquids.
To Chop:
A uniform chop can be obtained by pulsing the unit on and off
very quickly. Load the bowl with solids such as meat portions
no larger than 2 inches square and not over 3/4 full. Alter-
nately press the ON and OFF buttons with a quick start/stop
action. With this pulsing action the bottom blade tosses the
product up allowing the top blade to chop the product. Con-
tinue until the desired consistency has been reached.
For Complete Size Reduction and Homogenizing:
Load the bowl not over 3/4 full, pieces should not be larger than 2
to 2 1/2 inches square. Turn the machine on and allow to run
continuously. Depending on the product, it may be necessary to
wipe the walls of the bowl incorporating the accumulated product
back into the sample. A larger batch sometimes allows for better
circulation. On the other hand, too large a sample may not circu-
late as well. Most size reduction/homogenizing procedures take
about 3 minutes. Do not leave the machine running unat-
tended.
Tough or heavy products should be reduced in size by pulsing the
unit two or three times. Once the load has been reduced, turn the
machine on and run continuously to finish the product. Total pro-
cessing time should not require more than 3 minutes.
IV. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Your Robot Coupe has been designed to provide maximum trouble-
free performance. Adherence to the assembly and operating in-
structions will assure good performance and a long life.
CARE:
While the Robot Coupe is a ruggedly constructed machine, over-
all handling should be accomplished with a sense of use rather
than abuse. Reasonable care should be exercised. The unit is
made of sturdy plastic material and will yield a long life if not mal-
treated. While the machine is reasonably portable, care should
be taken not to drop it. Equally, it should not be picked up by the
bowl, lid, or the cord. The unit should be picked up from the bot-
tom and care should be exercised in relocating it.
CLEANING:
Proper cleaning of the unit is one of the MOST IMPORTANT pre-
ventive maintenance measures the user can employ. The high
acid content of food can cause harm to the electrical parts con-
tained within the housing. Although these elements are isolated
from the outside through seals, food juices will tend to seep. If
food juices are permitted to collect on the machine over periods
of use, erosion of the seals can occur. It is recommended that the
machine be cleaned after each operational use, and minimally
once per day.
Correct cleaning procedures are required to insure that damage
is not inflicted in the cleaning process. The motor base assembly
of the unit contains the motor and electrical components.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE MOTOR BASE ASSEMBLY
IN WATER.
While the bowl, blade and lid, are dishwater safe, the high tem-
peratures of dish machines will tend to shorten the life of the plas-
tic parts. Hand washing in a pot sink will provide for the longest
life of the parts. Cleaning of the blade should be accomplished
with care to help prevent cuts. Wear cutting gloves when han-
dling the blade. A stiff bristle brush will be effective in knocking
the food out of the crevices.
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