Thermonix TM31 User Manual
Thermomix Tm31
insTrucTion manual Retain for future reference!
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Note: all handling instructions apply for
Thermomix TM31-1C with 220 … 240 V and
Thermomix TM31-4C with 110 … 127 V
Notes for your safety ..................................................................................... 5
Technical data ................................................................................................ 8
Introduction/Customer service ................................................................. 9
Your Thermomix TM31 ................................................................................. 10
Before you start .............................................................................................. 12
How to insert the mixing bowl correctly ............................................................ 12
How to remove the mixing knife ........................................................................ 13
How to insert the mixing knife ........................................................................... 14
Accessories ....................................................................................................... 15
Mixing bowl, mixing bowl base .......................................................................... 15
Mixing bowl lid, measuring cup ......................................................................... 16
Simmering basket ............................................................................................... 17
Spatula ................................................................................................................ 18
Stirring attachment (butterf ly) .......................................................................... 19
Varom a ................................................................................................................ 20
How to combine the Varoma parts ................................................................... 20
How to use the Varoma correctly ....................................................................... 21
Practical work with the Varoma ....................................................................... 24
Working with the Thermomix TM31 ....................................................... 25
Starting the Thermomix TM31 ......................................................................... 25
Explanation of symbols on control panel ......................................................... 26
Multi-function display ........................................................................................ 27
Weighing and adding with the tare button ........................................................ 27
Further information about weighing ................................................................ 28
Timer buttons and timer display ....................................................................... 29
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Adjustment of preset time ................................................................................. 30
Temperature buttons and illuminated temperature indicators ....................... 30
Indicator for remaining heat .............................................................................. 31
Soft start .............................................................................................................. 31
Gentle heating setting ......................................................................................... 31
Varoma temperature setting ............................................................................. 32
Speed selector .................................................................................................... 32
Gentle stir setting .............................................................................................. 32
Stirring ............................................................................................................... 32
Mixing/blending ................................................................................................ 33
Turbo button ...................................................................................................... 33
Clockwise/counter-clockwise operation ........................................................... 34
Dough mode ....................................................................................................... 34
Things to remember ..................................................................................... 35
Sleep mode ......................................................................................................... 35
Electronic motor protection .............................................................................. 35
First time use and high loads ............................................................................ 35
Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 36
How to clean the mixing bowl and its lid .......................................................... 36
How to clean the mixing knife ........................................................................... 37
How to clean the Varoma ................................................................................... 37
How to clean the main appliance ...................................................................... 38
Additional information for cleaning ................................................................. 38
Notes for your own recipes ........................................................................ 39
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 40
Legal regulations/Copyright ...................................................................... 41
Warranty/Customer service ...................................................................... 42
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NOTES FOR
YOUR SAFETY
The Thermomix TM31 is intended for domestic food use
or similar areas of application. It complies with the most
advanced safety standards. For your own safety, read this
instruction manual carefully before using your Thermomix
TM31 for the first time and be sure to take particular note
of the following.
Retain instruction manual for future reference. This instruction manual is part of the Thermomix TM31. Therefore always include this instruction manual to the appliance
when a third person uses it.
The Thermomix TM31 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 Thermomix TM31 complies with the safety standards
of the country in which it was sold by an authorised Vorwerk
organisation. Compliance with the local safety standards
cannot be guaranteed should the Thermomix TM31 be
used in any other country. Vorwerk therefore accepts no
liability for any damages that may be arise as a consequence.
Danger of electric shock
• Disconnect the appliance from mains power supply
before cleaning and if appliance is not used for a prolonged period of time.
• Do not immerse the Thermomix TM31 in water. Clean
with a damp cloth only. No water or dirt must be allowed
to enter the housing. This includes all food debris whether
liquid or solid.
• Inspect your appliance, its accessories including the
mixing bowl and the connecting cable regularly for
possible damage. Damaged parts can impair safety. If
damage does occur, do not use the appliance and contact Vorwerk customer service or an authorised Vorwerk
repairer.
• The Thermomix TM31 may only be repaired by the
responsible Vorwerk customer service or an authorised
Vorwerk repairer. This also applies in the case of damage
to the connecting cable which may only be replaced by
the Vorwerk customer service or an authorised Vorwerk
repairer. Improper repair works or improper handling
may result in serious risks for the user.
Danger of injury from sharp
mixing knife
• Do not touch the blades of mixing knife. They are very
sharp. Hold upper part of mixing knife when removing
or re-inserting it.
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NOTES FOR YOUR SAFETY
Danger of scalding by splashing
hot food
• Place a maximum filling quantity of 2 litres of food into
mixing bowl.
• Observe the fill level marks of mixing bowl.
• Use Thermomix TM31 only with correctly fitted, clean
sealing ring of mixing bowl lid. Inspect the sealing ring
regularly for possible damage. In case of a damage or
leakage exchange the sealing ring immediately, at the
latest every 2 years.
• Only open the mixing bowl lid after the processed food
stops moving. This is especially important if you are
using high speed levels above speed 5.
• Never try to open mixing bowl lid by force. Only open
the mixing bowl lid after the speed selector is pointing to
open lid position.
• Never use the turbo button or abruptly increase the
speed when processing hot food (Temperature above
60°C), especially if it has not been heated in the
Thermomix TM31. Never hold the measuring cup when
processing hot food.
• Mind single spots of hot food escaping from opening of
mixing bowl lid. Place the measuring cup correctly into
the opening leaving it in place especially when processing hot food (e.g. jam, soup) at medium (3–6) and higher
(7–10, Turbo) speed levels.
• When processing hot food (for temperatures above 60 °C)
do not touch the measuring cup or press the Turbo button.
• Do not use Varoma temperature to heat up or cook
large quantities of food.
• Use only low speed levels (
temperature. Higher speed levels can lead to splashing
of hot food or frothing up of liquid.
• Be sure to place the Thermomix TM31 on a clean, solid,
even and non-heatable surface, particularly when using
the Varoma.
• Be sure to position the Varoma correctly onto mixing
bowl and appliance.
–2) when selecting Varoma
Danger of scalding by hot steam
and hot condensed water
• Mind hot steam escapes at the sides and from the top of
Varoma lid during operation.
• Touch only the handles at both sides of Varoma.
• Never use Varoma without Varoma lid.
• Hold Varoma lid in such a way that the rising steam or
hot dripping liquid cannot come into contact with you
when taking it off.
• Mind hot steam which will continue to rise up out of
opening of mixing bowl lid when removing the entire
Varoma.
• Keep children away from Thermomix TM31 when using
Varoma and warn them about the danger of hot steam
and hot condensed water.
• Ensure that opening of mixing bowl lid and some slots of
Varoma dish and tray remain free otherwise there can
be uncontrolled escape of steam.
Danger of injury by contact with
hot parts
• Keep the appliance always out of children’s reach and
warn children that the mixing bowl and Varoma will
heat up.
Danger of injury by escaping cold
food (Temperature below 60°C)
• Hold measuring cup firmly while operating the
Thermomix TM31 at medium (3–6) and higher (7–10)
speed levels or when pressing the turbo button to
chop or purée cold food.
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Danger of injury by usage of not
intended items or equipment
• Use only parts provided with the Thermomix TM31
(page 10–11) or original spare parts from Vorwerk
Thermomix.
• Never use the Thermomix TM31 in combination with
parts or equipment not provided by Vorwerk Thermomix.
• Use only the Thermomix TM31 measuring cup to close
the opening in the mixing bowl lid. Do not cover mixing
bowl lid with towels or similar items.
• Use only the Thermomix TM31 spatula with safety disk
for stirring food in mixing bowl. Never use other items
such as spoons, cooking spoons or any other tools for
stirring. These might get caught in the rotating mixing
knife, possibly resulting in injury.
• Lock the mixing bowl lid before inserting the Thermomix
TM31 spatula through the opening in the mixing bowl lid.
Property damage
Thermomix TM31 can move
• Place your Thermomix TM31 on a clean, solid, even
and non-heatable surface so that it cannot slip. Keep
Thermomix TM31 in a sufficient distance from the edge
of this surface to prevent it from falling down. When
preparing dough or chopping food, an imbalance can
develop in the mixing bowl which, under certain circumstances, may cause the whole appliance to move. Do
not, therefore, leave the appliance unattended while it is
operating as it might fall from the work surface.
Risk of damage
• By hot steam: Ensure a sufficient distance above
Thermomix TM31 and Varoma i.e. below (suspended
cupboards, shelving) and around them to prevent damage
from hot escaping steam.
• By external heat source: Keep a sufficient distance
between the Thermomix TM31 and external heat sources
such as radiators, hot plates, ovens, hobs, etc.
Do not place the Thermomix or its connecting cable on
any heat source (e. g. hot plates, cooking elements, stove
or oven) because unintended turning on may cause
damage to the appliance.
• By leaking out food: Ensure sealing ring of mixing
knife is fitted to the knife bearing. If there is no sealing
ring the food to be mixed or cooked may leak out and
damage the appliance.
• By insufficient cooling of Thermomix TM31:
Ensure ventilation openings on both sides of the appliance
are always free from splashes of fat, food leftovers or
suchlike and not covered. Otherwise damage of the
appliance may occur.
• By improper use: Use Thermomix TM31 only with
alternating current and a mains power supply duly
installed by a specialist. The mains power supply voltage
and mains frequency must correspond with the type
plate (on the bottom of the main appliance).
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TECHNICAL
DATA
Symbol of conformity/
Mark of conformity
Motor Maintenance-free Vorwerk reluctance motor 500 W rated power.
Speed continuously adjustable from 100 to 10,200 revolutions per minute
(Gentle stir 40 rpm).
Special speed setting (alternating mode) for dough preparation.
Electronic motor protection to prevent overload.
Heating system 1,000 W power consumption.
Protected against overheating.
Integrated scales Measuring range from 5 to 100 g in 5 g increments;
100 to 2,000 g in 10 g increments (to max. 6 kg).
Housing High-quality plastic material.
Mixing bowl Stainless steel, with heating system and temperature sensor integrated.
Maximum capacity 2 litres.
Connected load Only for 220 … 240 V 50/60 Hz or 110 … 127 V 60 Hz alternating voltage
(see country details).
Maximum power consumption 1,500 W.
Pull-out connecting cable, 1 m long.
Country details
Motor
Heating system
Max. power consumption
Voltage
Dimensions and weight
Thermomix TM31
8 Technical Data
Canada Mexico Taiwan
400 W 500 W 500 W
900 W 1,000 W 1,000 W
1,300 W 1,500 W 1,500 W
120 V 127 V 110 V
excl. Varoma Varoma
height 30.0 cm height 11.8 cm
width 28.5 cm width 38.5 cm
depth 28.5 cm depth 27.5 cm
weight 6.3 kg weight 0.8 kg
INTRODUCTION/
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on having chosen the
Thermomix TM31!
During a Thermomix TM31 demonstration, you experienced
and tested with your five senses the benefits of your new
Thermomix. An experienced Thermomix advisor helped
you optimize the usage of all possible functions to your
individual needs.
Now you are ready to start taking advantage of your own
Thermomix. Preparing tasty and healthy food becomes
fast and easy.
Cooking with Thermomix saves you time for other activities.
This instruction manual will familiarize you step by step
with your new Thermomix. Please read it carefully. With
each step you will experience that we have considered
your interests and needs when we designed this high
quality product.
The easy to understand step by step design of our recipes
will enable you to prepare your meals and dishes with
great success.
If you have any questions or difficulties please do
not hesitate to contact:
Your Thermomix TM31 advisor:
Name
Telephone
Fax
Mobile phone
Email
Thermomix customer service: see page 42.
Vorwerk International Strecker & Co.
Verenastrasse 39
8832 Wollerau
Switzerland
This instruction manual is available in further
languages at www.thermomix.com
We wish you, your family and your friends a lot of fun with
your new Thermomix!
Vorwerk Thermomix
Version: 20120816/230_120
9Introduction/Customer Service
YOUR
THERMOMIX TM31
After opening the packaging please check that all Thermomix TM31
components are included. These are:
• Thermomix TM31 including mixing bowl and lid with sealing ring
• Simmering basket
• Stirring attachment (butterfly whisk)
• Measuring cup
• Spatula
• Varoma
• Recipe Cookbook
• Instruction Manual
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Main appliance
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Mixing bowl
3
Mixing bowl base
4
Sealing ring for mixing knife
5
Mixing knife
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Mixing bowl lid
10
Stirring attachment (butterf ly)
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Spatula with safety disk
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Simmering basket
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Measuring cup
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Varom a
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Varom a lid
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Varoma tray
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Sealing ring for mixing bowl lid
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Varoma dish
11Your Thermomix TM31
BEFORE
YOU START
Congratulations on purchasing the
Thermomix TM31!
Before using your Thermomix TM31 for the first time attend a demonstration
with a qualified Thermomix advisor. Familiarize yourself with using your
Thermomix TM31.
Before you start
Make sure to place your Thermomix TM31 on a clean, solid and even surface
so that it cannot slip. Keep your Thermomix TM31 in a permanent position
in your kitchen, so that you can operate it easily. Clean your Thermomix TM31
thoroughly before using it for the first time. Follow the instructions in the
chapter on cleaning (page 36).
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How to insert the mixing bowl correctly
Before inserting the mixing bowl please always ensure that the speed selector
has been set to
front and push it gently into position
slide down the ridges on the shoulders of the appliance.
The mixing bowl has been inserted correctly if its handle is at the front, as
shown in picture
close the mixing bowl correctly press the mixing bowl lid vertically onto the
mixing bowl
turn the lid in a clockwise direction
make sure to turn it all the way to the stop. Turn speed selector to closed lid
position
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Before you start
1. Insert the mixing bowl with the handle pointing to the
– the grooves on the sides of the bowl
2
, and if the bowl itself is securely fixed in the appliance. To
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. The arrow must point to the handle of the TM31 bowl. Then
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until you hear it “click” into place,
4
; other wise, the Thermomix TM31 cannot be switched on.
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CAUTION
Danger of scalding by splashing hot food
Never try to open mixing bowl lid by force. Only open the mixing bowl lid after
the speed selector is pointing to open lid position
TM bowl has stopped moving.
and the food or liquid in the
How to remove the mixing knife
To remove the mixing knife: Hold the mixing bowl with one hand, with
your other hand turn the mixing bowl base 30 degrees clockwise and pull
the mixing bowl base off downwards
the mixing knife and remove it together with its sealing ring
CAUTION
Danger of injury from sharp mixing knife
Do not touch the blades of mixing knife. They are very sharp. Hold upper
part of mixing knife when removing or re-inserting it.
IMPORTANT:
Take precautions to prevent the mixing knife from falling out accidentally.
. Carefully hold the upper part of
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BEFORE YOU START
How to insert the mixing knife
To re-insert the mixing knife, follow the ‘removal’ steps in the reverse order.
Put the mixing knife back into the mixing bowl
opening in the bottom of the bowl
.
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by pushing it through the
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NOTICE
Risk of damage by leaking out food
Ensure sealing ring of mixing knife is fitted to the knife bearing. If there is
no sealing ring the food to be mixed or cooked may leak out and damage
the appliance.
Now re-fit the mixing bowl base from below onto the mixing knife. Push the
mixing knife through the opening in the bottom of the mixing bowl with one
hand. With your other hand hold the mixing bowl and turn (at the same time)
the mixing bowl base 30 degrees counter-clockwise to lock
.
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Before you start
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ACCESSORIES
Before you start using your Thermomix TM31 we would like to present its
accessories in more detail. They are proof of a well thought out design. Every
part has been designed intelligently and serves several purposes.
2.0 litre
Mixing bowl
On the inside and on the outside of the mixing bowl there are marks indicating
the filling level
maximum capacity of 2 litres
. Each mark corresponds to 0.5 litre. The mixing bowl has a
4
.
5
CAUTION
Danger of scalding by splashing hot food
•Place a maximum filling quantity of 2 litres of food and/or liquid into
mixing bowl.
•Observe the fill level marks of mixing bowl.
Mixing bowl base
The mixing bowl base 6 is used to fasten and loosen the mixing knife within
the mixing bowl. The whole mixing bowl may be placed on any work surface.
There is no need to place a mat under the bowl.
IMPORTANT:
The mixing bowl base must be turned as far as it will go and locked. Never
place the bowl onto the appliance without first locking the mixing knife
and mixing bowl base in place. Failure to fit the mixing bowl base and mixing
knife correctly may result in damage to other parts of the Thermomix.
1.5 litre
1.0 litre
4
5
0.5 litre
maximum
capacity
of mixing
bowl
6
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ACCESSORIES
Mixing bowl lid
The mixing bowl lid is used to close the mixing bowl. For safety reasons your
Thermomix TM31 will not start working unless the lid has been positioned and
locked correctly. Never try to force the lid open when the appliance is locked.
Take care to insert the sealing ring for the lid correctly. Put the lid upside down
on your work surface and position the ring onto the lid by pushing it into the
three hinges whereupon you can hear a “click”
liquid or food from escaping between the mixing bowl and the lid.
. The sealing ring prevents
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CAUTION
Danger of scalding by splashing hot food
Use Thermomix TM31 only with correctly fitted, clean sealing ring of mixing
bowl lid. Inspect the sealing ring regularly. Should damage or leakage occur
replace immediately, at the latest every 2 years.
When cleaning the mixing bowl lid, remove the sealing ring and clean it separately.
Measuring cup
CAUTION
Danger of scalding by splashing hot food
•Be aware that single spots of hot food may escape from the opening of
mixing bowl lid. Place the measuring cup correctly into the opening
leaving it in place especially when processing hot food (e.g. jam, soup) at
medium (3–6) and higher (7–10, Turbo) speed levels.
•Do not cover mixing bowl lid with towels or similar items.
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The measuring cup is a multi-purpose item: it is a closing cap for the opening
in the lid to avoid heat loss and it prevents food to be mixed or cooked from
escaping.
The measuring cup can be used to measure ingredients. A measuring cup filled
to the brim holds 100 ml, and a half-filled measuring cup (middle notch) 50 ml.
Place the measuring cup into the opening in the lid with its opening showing
upwards
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Accessories
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