STM10 MIXER USER GUIDE
USING THE MIXING STAND
Attaching the mixer to the stand
Make sure the mixer is disconnected from the mains with
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the speed switch set to 0 (off).
Insert the beaters or dough hooks into the mixer.
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Place the supplied bowl into the mounting recess in the
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stand and ensure that is seated firmly.
At the base of the mixer there are three mounting slots.
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Locate these over the mounting lugs in the stand.
Press the Head Lock Button in and push the mixer down
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with a slight rearward rotation until it locks in the stand.
You will hear it click into place.
Release the button and check that the head is securely
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attached.
Reverse the procedure to separate the mixer from the
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stand.
Using the mixer on the stand
Plug the mixer into the mains and switch on the power.
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Set the desired selector speed and start mixing.
Commence with a low speed and gradually rotate the
Excess mixture may be scraped from the beaters with a
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selector to the right to increase the speed as needed.
flexible plastic or rubber spatula. Do not use metal
The mixing speed will be boosted when the TURBO button
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spatulas for this purpose.
is depressed. Releasing the button will revert the mixer to
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To remove the beaters: Hold the mixer by the handle, press
the selected speed. Use this facility only in short bursts so as
the release knob. down. Hold each attachment by the
not to overload the motor.
spindle and remove them, one at a time.
OPERATING NOTES FOR STAND MIXING
Hints and Tips
Always hold the mixer when it is operating for increased
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Ingredients should be at room temperature before mixing.
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stability.
Assemble all ingredients and utensils near the mixer.
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If you have to add ingredients when mixing always turn the
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Break eggs into a separate container, then add to the
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selector to OFF.
mixture.
During mixing, occasionally rotate the bowl by hand to
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When mixing egg whites even the smallest amount of oil
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ensure even mixing.
on beaters or bowl may cause the egg whites not to aerate.
Do not operate the mixer continuously for more than 5
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When kneading yeast dough, we suggest the speed selector
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minutes. After 5 minutes of continuous use, allow 10
is in position 1 or 2 to achieve best results.
minutes for the motor to cool before using the mixer again.
Always start mixing at slow speeds. Gradually increase to
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Always use the supplied bowl. Other bowls will not fit
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the recommended speed as stated in the recipe.
properly and ceramic bowls may cause the beaters to
Only mix/blend mixtures as recommended in your recipe.
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scrape the bottom of the bowl.
At any stage of mixing, over beating can cause toughness,
When you have finished:
close texture, lack of rising or excessive shrinkage.
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Switch the selector to OFF.
When mixing dry ingredients use the lowest speed.
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Switch off at the mains and unplug the mixer.
During mixing, if you need to scrape the bowl, or add
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Remove the mixer from the stand reversing the attachment
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ingredients, turn the mixer off first.
procedure.
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When mixing, lightly scraping the beaters after the
addition of each ingredient assists in achieving efficient
mixing. Switch the mixer off, (remove from the stand if
necessary) and then scrape the beaters with a flexible
rubber or plastic spatula. NEVER USE ANY METAL
IMPLEMENT.
When mixing is complete, turn the speed selector OFF and
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unplug the cord from power outlet.
Some everyday terms
UNLOCK
Knead: Mix dough with the dough hooks.
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Blend: Combine liquids, fold in dry ingredients, egg whites
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LOCK
and whipped cream.
Stir: Prepare sauces, puddings, muffins and quick breads.
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Push
Mix: Prepare batters and mixes
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Beat: Cream butter and sugar, make cookie dough, cake
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mixes and frostings.
Whip: To whip light and fluffy mixtures, whip cream, beat
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eggs, make meringues.
CARE AND CLEANING
After Use:
Unplug the motor unit. Remove from the stand if necessary.
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Remove the attached dough hooks or beaters.
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If the motor is warm, allow it to cool fully.
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Wipe the motor unit and the stand all over with a soft cloth
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dampened with soapy water followed with a clean damp
cloth. Ensure any food splashes are fully removed.
Dry well. Do not immerse the motor unit, mains cable or
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plug in water.
If food particles have adhered to the beater sockets or the
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ventilation slots in the motor unit, brush them out with a
barely damp (not wet) brush.
Wipe any excess food particles from the power cord.
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Wash the bowl, beaters and dough hooks in warm soapy
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water and wipe dry.
After cleaning, Reassemble the mixer on the stand, place
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the beaters and dough hooks in the mixing bowl, loosely
coil the cable and store the unit in a dry cool cupboard out of
the reach of children and pets.
WARRANTY
Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from the
date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period, please
return the unit to your nearest Tesco store together with the
original receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty in no way
affects your consumer rights
UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with household waste.
Separate disposal facilities
exist, for your nearest facilities see www.recycle-
more.co.uk or in-stor
e for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.
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