Vicko THMGC500A Instruction Manual

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2 in 1, Electric Tomato Juicer & Meat Grinder

Model No: THMGC500A
Ref. No: 876-4409

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

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ATTENTION! - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. This appliance is designed for private, domestic use only. No responsibility is
accepted for damage resulting from use non-compatible with the instructions.

2. The appliance is not intended to be used in the following applications, and
the guarantee will not apply for:

 Any commercial use.
 Staff areas in shops, offices and other working environments.
 Farm houses.
 By clients in hotels, motels and other residential, bed and breakfast type

environments.

3. This appliance is used only as tomato juicer for preparing tomato juice and
meat grinder for preparing minced meat, sausages and kubbe.

4. The appliance is only intended to be used indoors and not outdoors.

5. Do not operate the appliance if the power cord shows any signs of damage.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be repaired by a qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard. Improper repairs may place the user at serious risk.

6. Always handle the power cord with care. Do not pull or strain the power cord.
The power cord may never be folded or pinched. Always pull the plug to
disconnect the power cord, never pull the cord to disconnect it.

7. Do not use the cord as a handle.

8. Do not let the cable resting on a hot surface or hanging on the edge of the
table.

9. Never wind the power cord around the motor unit after use as the high
temperature of the motor may cause damage to the power cord.

10. Do not use any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer. It may
cause injury and device destruction.

11. Do not use with a voltage converter.

12. Do not use an extension cord with the appliance.

13. Do not place the appliance on or near a microwave oven, electric oven, gas
oven or washing machine.

14. Keep the appliance away from flammable objects or other heat source.

15. Do not use outdoors or where aerosol spray products are being used or
where oxygen is being administrated.

16. The socket must be easily accessible at any time to ensure that the unit can
be disconnected quickly from the electricity supply.

17. Never use the appliance in the bathroom near a swimming pool, or any other
place with humidity and high temperature.

18. The appliance should not be exposed to extreme weather conditions (rain,
etc.) or any wet conditions.

19. Do not place or store the appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub of
sink.

20. Always leave enough space around the device when it is in use among other
items.

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21. Do not cover the ventilation holes of the appliance during operation.

22. Always use the device in an upright position.

23. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.

24. Do not use while you are in contact with water.

25. Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquids.

26. Do not touch an appliance that has fallen into water. Just pull the plug off.

27. Do not use the device when it is empty.

28. Never process with the appliance food / ingredients that are frozen. Defrost
frozen ingredients thoroughly before you process them with the appliance.

29. Never process with the appliance food / ingredients that are too hot. Let hot
ingredients cool down before you process them with the appliance.

30. Never overfill the hopper with too many ingredients in order to avoid
materials and liquids drop on the main motor unit.

31. Do not drop or insert any objects into any opening.

32. Never insert your fingers or any other objects (hair, clothes, cooking utensils,
knives, screw drivers etc.) in the milling tube or near any moving parts of the
appliance while it is connected to the power supply as there is risk of injury.

33. Never push food into the milling tube with any foreign objects or with your
fingers. Use only the food pusher supplied to you with this appliance.

34. Never use the appliance if the accessories are not installed properly.

35. Do not use the appliance if any accessory or damaged. If any accessory is
damaged, be sure to replace it before using again the appliance.

36. When the milling procedure is over check if the cutter blade, cutting plate or
the feed screw is damaged. In this case there are probably pieces of the
metal or plastic into the material that you prepared.
Do not use this material and replace the damaged accessories.

37. If after several uses the cutter blade is no longer sharp enough please
replace it.

38. The cutter blade is very sharp. Always handle the cutter blade with care
during use or cleaning.

39. Do not move the appliance while it is operating.

40. The device should always be disconnected from the mains when not in use.
Always switch OFF (‘0’ position) and unplug the appliance if it is not in use
before moving, cleaning, assembling or disassembling, when changing
fittings and storing it.

41. Before disconnecting the device from the socket, press the “ON / 0 / R”
switch in position ‘0’.

42. Please note that the device is powered up when connected to the power
supply, even when the “ON / 0 / R” switch is in position ‘0’.

43. The device should be used only by adults.

44. Keep the appliance away from children. Children must be under supervision
when they are near the device.

45. The device is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.

46. Always supervise the device when it is in use.

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47. The appliance should only be stored indoors in a dry place away from
moisture and high or very low temperature. Avoid direct exposure under
ultraviolet.

48. Always make sure the appliance is clean and dry before storing it.

49. Do not store the appliance while it is still warm.

CAUTION!
Read all the instructions carefully before you use the
appliance and keep them for future use.
When passing on the appliance to a third person, make sure to
include these instructions for use.

WARNING!
The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate remote-control system.

WARNING!
This 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 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.

CAUTION - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not open this device,
there are not serviceable parts for customers. Please refer
any maintenance or repair to qualified personnel.

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BEFORE USE

1. Ensure the packaging of this appliance is disposed of properly as all materials

are recyclable.

2. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children.

3. After you remove the device from its packing, clean it with a damp cloth.

4. Clean the appliance according to the instruction in the “CLEANING”

paragraph.

Never put the appliance under running water in order to clean it.

5. Place the appliance on a flat, stable and dry surface. Never place the

appliance on a soft surface.

6. Before using the device unfold the cord completely and make sure that it does

not show any signs of damage.

7. Ensure that the main voltage rating of your power supply corresponds to the

voltage requirements of the appliance.

8. Make sure that all parts of the device are properly mounted before using the

appliance.

9. After unit transportation or storage under winter (cold) conditions, it is

necessary to keep it for at least two hours at room temperature before
switching on.

10. If you notice that there is a little smell going out of the appliance during the

first use, do not worry, it is normal.

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APPLIANCE DETAILS

1. Main Motor Unit

2. “ON / R” Switch (ON / Reverse)

3. “ON / 0 / R” Switch (ON / OFF/ Reverse)

4. Release button (for Milling tube)

5. Inlet for the Milling tube

6. Milling tube

7. Feed screw (metal)

8. Feed screw (plastic)

9. Juicing strainer (metal)

10. Bracket (for the plastic feet screw and metal juicing strainer)

11. Regulator for peels & juice separation

12. Exit spout for peels and spores

13. Nut

14. Juice collector tray

15. Bracket cover

16. Feed hopper

17. Food pusher

18. Cutter Blade

19. Cutting Plate (3 pcs for fine / medium / coarse cut)

20. Sausage stuffer adaptor

21. Kubbe attachment

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Switch Settings

“ON / R” Switch

Position “ON”: Normal Function

Position “R”: Reverse Function

“ON / 0 / R” Switch

Position “ON”: Normal Function

Position “0”: Deactivate (OFF)

Position “R”: Reverse Function

Normal Function (Juicing / Grinding)

Both switches (“ON / R” Switch and “ON / 0 / R” Switch) should be in position
“ON” for Normal Function.

Reverse Function:

This function is used ONLY for removing obstructions that appear during
processing of food.
Never use the reverse function continuously or for long time.

Both switches (“ON / R” Switch and “ON / 0 / R” Switch) should be in position “R”
for Reverse Function.

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ASSEMBLY

Please follow the instructions below in order to assembly the appliance.

ATTENTION: Always make sure the appliance is unplugged from the

power supply before starting to assemble or disassemble it. Never
assemble or disassemble any accessory when the appliance is in operation.

Assembling the milling tube:

Put the milling tube (6) in the inlet (5) and turn it counterclockwise to “lock” in
position.

Warning: Install the milling tube properly, a misplaced milling tube will result

in a not sufficient type of milling quality and may cause weakening or
damage to other accessories.

Disassembling the milling tube:

Press the release button (4) to unlock and turn the milling tube (6) clockwise in
order to uninstall it from the main unit.

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Assembling Tomato Juicer accessories:

Please follow the instructions below.

1. Put the milling tube (6) in

the inlet (5) on the main
unit.

2. Place and fit the metal
feed screw (7) inside
the milling tube (6).

3. Place and fit the plastic
feed screw (8) as an
extension of the metal
feed screw (7).

4. Place the metal juicing
strainer (9) inside the
bracket (10).

5. Put the bracket (10) on the milling tube (6) and
make sure the plastic feed screw (8) is located
inside the strainer.

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6. Put and screw the nut
(13) to lock in position all
accessories at the edge
of the milling tube (6).

Warning: Do not over

tighten

!

7. Place and fit the Juice collector tray (14) on the
bracket (10).

8. Put the bracket cover
(15) on the bracket (10).

9. Put the feed hopper
(16) on the top of the
milling tube (6)

10.

The appliance is ready

for use.

Note: For disassembling please use the above instructions in reverse order after
you make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply and is cooled
down.

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Assembling Meat Grinder accessories

Please follow the instructions below.

1. Put the milling tube (6)

in the inlet (5) on the
main unit.

2. Place and fit the metal

feed screw (7) inside
the milling tube (6).

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3. Put and fit the cutter
blade (18) on the metal
feed screw (7).

4. Put ONE cutting plate
(19) on the metal feed
screw (7) after the
cutter blade (18).

5. Put and screw the nut
(13) to lock in position
all accessories at the
edge of the milling tube
(6).

Warning:

Do not over tighten

!

Note: The appliance is equipped with 3pcs of cutting plates which are proper for
fine / medium / coarse cut. Use the cutting plate according to the desired result
you need.

Warning: Face the cutter blade cutting side to the cutting plate. If the cutter

blade is installed improperly, it will not grind the food.

Warning: Do not ever place 2 or 3 cutting plates together on the appliance.

6. Put the feed hopper (16)
on the top of the milling
tube (6)

7. The appliance is ready
for use.

Note: For disassembling please use the above instructions in reverse order after
you make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply and is cooled
down.

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Assembling accessories for Sausages

Please follow the instructions below.

1. Put the milling tube (6)

in the inlet (5) on the
main unit.

2. Place and fit the metal

feed screw (7) inside
the milling tube (6).

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3. Put and fit the
cutter blade (18)
on the metal
feed screw (7).

4. Put ONE cutting
plate (19) on the
metal feed
screw (7) after
the cutter blade
(18).

5. Put the sausage
stuffer adaptor
(20) on the
metal feed
screw (7) after
the cutting plate
(19).

6. Put and screw
the nut (13) to
lock in position
all accessories
at the edge of
the milling tube
(6).

Warning: Do not

over tighten

!

Note: The appliance is equipped with 3pcs of cutting plates which are proper for
fine / medium / coarse cut. Use the cutting plate according to the desired result
you need.

Warning: Face the cutter blade cutting side to the cutting plate. If the cutter

blade is installed improperly, it will not grind the food.

Warning: Do not ever place 2 or 3 cutting plates together on the appliance..

7. Put the f

eed hopper (16)

on the top of the milling
tube (6)

8. The appliance is ready
for use.

Note: For disassembling please use the above instructions in reverse order after
you make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply and is cooled
down.

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Assembling accessories for kubbe

Please follow the instructions below.

1. Put the milling tube (6) in the inlet (5)

on the main unit.

2. Place and fit the metal feed screw (7)
inside the milling tube (6).

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3. Put the kubbe attachment (21) on the
metal feed screw (7).

4. Put and screw the nut (13) to lock in
position all accessories at the edge of
the milling tube (6).

Warning:

Do not over tighten

!

5. Put the feed hopper (16) on the top
of the milling tube (6)

6. The appliance is ready for use.

Note: For disassembling please use the above instructions in reverse order after
you make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply and is cooled
down.

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INSTRUCTIONS ON USING THE APPLIANCE

Using the appliance as Tomato Juicer:

Always make sure to prepare the tomatoes you are about to process before you
use the appliance.

 Slice the tomatoes in small pieces so that they fit easily into the feed hopper

opening.

 Make sure that all stalks are removed.
 Place all prepared tomatoes in a bowl near the appliance in order to be able

to feed the hopper easy.

After you prepare the tomatoes you are about to process, follow the instructions
below in order to use the appliance:

1. Make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply.

2. Put the appliance on a flat and stable surface.

3. Assemble the tomato juicer accessories and the feed hopper (16) on the
appliance according to the instructions of the “ASSEMBLY” paragraph and
make sure that all parts are installed correct and there is nothing blocking the
ventilation openings on the main unit.

4. Place a suitable bowl under the milling tube (6).

5. Place a suitable bowl under the exit spout for peels and spores (12).

6. Connect the power cord of the appliance to the power supply.

7. Add the tomato pieces in the feed hopper (16).

8. Press “ON / R” Switch in position “ON” and also “ON / 0 / R” Switch in
position “ON” so that the appliance will start its normal function.

9. Slowly feed the tomato pieces into the milling tube (6) using the food pusher
(17).

10. The processed tomato juice will come out of the juice collector tray(14) and
into the bowl.

11. After you finish processing, turn off the appliance by pressing the “ON / 0 / R”
Switch in position “0” and disconnect the power cord from the power supply.

12. Let the appliance cool down and after that you can disassemble and follow
the cleaning procedure as mentioned in the “CLEANING” paragraph.

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CAUTION:

 Never push food into the milling tube (6) with any foreign objects or with your

fingers. Use only the food pusher (17) supplied to you with this appliance.

 To avoid obstructions do not apply excessive force while pushing food.
 If any hard piece of food stops the screw and blade rotation, immediately

switch OFF the appliance, wait till the screw stops rotating and use the
reverse function by pressing both switches to position “R” in order to remove
the obstruction before starting again. If the obstruction is not removed please
switch off the appliance, disconnect from power supply, disassemble the
accessories and remove the obstruction.

WARNING!

Do not run the appliance for more than 10 minutes continuously.

After 10 minutes of continuous use, switch OFF the appliance and let it cool
down for 10-15 minutes before further operation.
Always keep this routine when you use the appliance in order to keep the
motor life time longer.

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Using the appliance as Meat Grinder:

Always make sure to prepare the food you are about to process before you use
the appliance.

 Defrost frozen meat thoroughly.
 Slice the meat in small cubes or stripes so that they fit easily into the feed

hopper opening.

 Make sure that all bones, tendons, cartilages, veins and excess fat are

removed.

 Place all prepared meat in a bowl near the appliance in order to be able to

feed the hopper easy.

After you prepare the meat you are about to process, follow the instructions below
in order to use the appliance:

1. Make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply.

2. Put the appliance on a flat and stable surface.

3. Assemble the Meat Grinder accessories and the feed hopper (16) on the
appliance according to the instructions of the “ASSEMBLY” paragraph and
make sure that all parts are installed correct and there is nothing blocking the
ventilation openings on the main unit.

4. Place a suitable bowl under the milling tube (6).

5. Connect the power cord of the appliance to the power supply.

6. Add the meat slices in the feed hopper (16).

7. Press “ON / R” Switch in position “ON” and also “ON / 0 / R” Switch in
position “ON” so that the appliance will start its normal function.

8. Slowly feed the meat slices into the milling tube (6) using the food pusher
(17).

9. The processed minced meat will come out of the milling tube (6) and into the
bowl.

10. You can process / grind the minced meat again for 2 or 3 times in order to
achieve the desired result.

11. After you finish processing, turn off the appliance by pressing the “ON / 0 / R”
Switch in position “0” and disconnect the power cord from the power supply.

12. Let the appliance cool down and after that you can disassemble and follow
the cleaning procedure as mentioned in the “CLEANING” paragraph.

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CAUTION:

 Do not try to process food with hard fiber (for example, ginger or

horseradish) with the appliance.

 Never push food into the milling tube (6) with any foreign objects or with your

fingers. Use only the food pusher (17) supplied to you with this appliance.

 To avoid obstructions do not apply excessive force while pushing food.
 If any hard piece of food stops the screw and blade rotation, immediately

switch OFF the appliance, wait till the screw stops rotating and use the
reverse function by pressing both switches to position “R” in order to remove
the obstruction before starting again. If the obstruction is not removed please
switch off the appliance, disconnect from power supply, disassemble the
accessories and remove the obstruction.

WARNING!

Do not run the appliance for more than 10 minutes continuously.

After 10 minutes of continuous use, switch OFF the appliance and let it cool
down for 10-15 minutes before further operation.
Always keep this routine when you use the appliance in order to keep the
motor life time longer.

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Using the appliance for preparing Sausages:

Always make sure to prepare the food you are about to process before you use
the appliance.

 The mixture of minced meat you are about to use should be already

prepared. During the preparation of the minced meat make sure to process /
grind it for 2-3 times.

 Defrost frozen mixture of minced meat you have already prepared

thoroughly.

 Place all prepared mixture of minced meat in a bowl near the appliance in

order to be able to feed the hopper easy.

 Soak the sausage intestine (intestine wrapper) in warm water for about 10

minutes.

After you prepare the mixture of minced meat you are about to process, follow the
instructions below in order to use the appliance:

1. Make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply.

2. Put the appliance on a flat and stable surface.

3. Assemble the accessories for sausages and the feed hopper (16) on the
appliance according to the instructions of the “ASSEMBLY” paragraph and
make sure that all parts are installed correct and there is nothing blocking the
ventilation openings on the main unit.

4. Put the wet sausage intestine onto the sausage stuffer adaptor (2).

5. Connect the power cord of the appliance to the power supply.

6. Add the mixture of minced meat in the feed hopper (16).

7. Press “ON / R” Switch in position “ON” and also “ON / 0 / R” Switch in
position “ON” so that the appliance will start its normal function.

8. Slowly feed the mixture of minced meat into the milling tube (6) using the
food pusher (17).

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9. After you finish processing, turn off the appliance by pressing the “ON / 0 / R”
Switch in position “0” and disconnect the power cord from the power supply.

10. Let the appliance cool down and after that you can disassemble and follow
the cleaning procedure as mentioned in the “CLEANING” paragraph.

CAUTION:

 Do not try to process food with hard fiber (for example, ginger or

horseradish) with the appliance.

 Never push food into the milling tube (6) with any foreign objects or with your

fingers. Use only the food pusher (17) supplied to you with this appliance.

 To avoid obstructions do not apply excessive force while pushing food.
 If any hard piece of food stops the screw and blade rotation, immediately

switch OFF the appliance, wait till the screw stops rotating and use the
reverse function by pressing both switches to position “R” in order to remove
the obstruction before starting again. If the obstruction is not removed please
switch off the appliance, disconnect from power supply, disassemble the
accessories and remove the obstruction.

WARNING!

The minced meat mass filling the intestine cannot be “too rare”. Large

amount of fluids can cause their leakage and permeating to the interior of the
mincing machine.

Do not run the appliance for more than 10 minutes continuously.

After 10 minutes of continuous use, switch OFF the appliance and let it cool
down for 10-15 minutes before further operation.
Always keep this routine when you use the appliance in order to keep the
motor life time longer.

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Using the appliance for preparing Kubbe:

Always make sure to prepare the food you are about to process before you use
the appliance.

 The mixture of minced meat you are about to use should be already

prepared. During the preparation of the minced meat make sure to process /
grind it for 2-3 times

 Defrost frozen mixture of minced meat you have already prepared

thoroughly.

 Place all prepared mixture of minced meat in a bowl near the appliance in

order to be able to feed the hopper easy.

After you prepare the mixture of minced meat you are about to process, follow the
instructions below in order to use the appliance:

1. Make sure the appliance is not connected to the power supply.

2. Put the appliance on a flat and stable surface.

3. Assemble the kubbe attachment and the feed hopper (16) on the appliance
according to the instructions of the “ASSEMBLY” paragraph and make sure
that all parts are installed correct and there is nothing blocking the ventilation
openings on the main unit.

4. Place a suitable bowl under the milling tube (6).

5. Connect the power cord of the appliance to the power supply.

6. Add the mixture of minced meat in the feed hopper (16).

7. Press “ON / R” Switch in position “ON” and also “ON / 0 / R” Switch in
position “ON” so that the appliance will start its normal function.

8. Slowly feed the mixture of minced meat into the milling tube (6) using the
food pusher (17).

9. After you finish processing, turn off the appliance by pressing the “ON / 0 / R”
Switch in position “0” and disconnect the power cord from the power supply.

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10. Let the appliance cool down and after that you can disassemble and follow
the cleaning procedure as mentioned in the “CLEANING” paragraph.

CAUTION:

 Do not try to process food with hard fiber (for example, ginger or

horseradish) with the appliance.

 Never push food into the milling tube (6) with any foreign objects or with your

fingers. Use only the food pusher (17) supplied to you with this appliance.

 To avoid obstructions do not apply excessive force while pushing food.
 If any hard piece of food stops the screw and blade rotation, immediately

switch OFF the appliance, wait till the screw stops rotating and use the
reverse function by pressing both switches to position “R” in order to remove
the obstruction before starting again. If the obstruction is not removed please
switch off the appliance, disconnect from power supply, disassemble the
accessories and remove the obstruction.

WARNING!

Do not run the appliance for more than 10 minutes continuously.

After 10 minutes of continuous use, switch OFF the appliance and let it cool
down for 10-15 minutes before further operation.
Always keep this routine when you use the appliance in order to keep the
motor life time longer.

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CLEANING

Clean the appliance and accessories before first use.
Clean the appliance and accessories IMMEDIATELY after using it.
Before cleaning the appliance always make sure to switch Off, unplug from

power supply and disassemble all accessories following the instruction of
“ASSEMBLY” paragraph.

Cleaning the main unit:
 Clean the external surface of the main motor unit (1) of the appliance with a

damp cloth.

Do not put the main motor unit (1) of the appliance in water, neither rinse it

under tap water or any other liquid.

Do not use sharp objects, hard brushes or oven cleaners to clean the

appliance.

Cleaning the accessories (6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21):

 Wash all accessories with warm (not hot), soapy water using a dish cloth.
 Rinse thoroughly to remove any soapy residue.
 Dry all accessories IMMEDIATELY right after washing and rinsing

Note: Gently grease the cutting plates (19) and the cutter blade (18) with
cooking oil (after washing and drying) and keep them in this way so as
to protect them from rust.

Do not put the accessories in dish washer machine or disinfector machine.
Make sure that all accessories / parts of the device are completely dry before

you reassemble the device.

Do not use sharp objects, hard brushes or oven cleaners to clean any of the

accessories of the device.

NOTE

This unit may be submitted to changes in specifications, characteristics and/or
operation without prior notice to the user, in order to continue improving and
developing its technology.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model

: THMGC500A

Ref

. No: 876

-

4409

Power

: 350W

-

450W

Rating

: 220

-

240V

Frequency

: 50/60Hz

Features:
Easy to opperate.
Reversion Rotation.
Full set of tomato juicing accessories included.
Large Feed hopper.
Food pusher.
Separates peels from tomato juice.

Transforms easily into Meat Grinder and sausages machine.
Full set of meat accessories included:

· Stainless Steel Cutter for meat.

· 3pcs Cutting Plates (3 / 5 / 7mm) Stainless Steel

· Sausage Stuffer.

· Kubbe Attachment.

Easy to assembly.
Anti Slip feet.

Modern ergonomic design.

RECYCLING OF USED ELECTRICAL OR ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with
other household wastes throughout EU. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle
it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To
return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or
contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take
this product for environmental safe recycling.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

The product COMPLIES with EU directives WEEE (about recycling) and
ROHS (Restriction of the use of Certain Hazardous Substance

GUARANTEED QUALITY

All products are guaranteed for their quality.