Cleaning The Base Unit - Thermomix TM6 Manual De Instrucciones

38 Cleaning and Maintenance
NOTICE
Damage to the appliance as a result of
incorrect cleaning or failure to observe
instructions on long-time cooking.
If the mixing bowl and mixing knife are in contact with
water, other liquids or food residues for a long time, they
could get damaged.
• Always clean the components directly after use.
• Do not leave the mixing knife in water for a long time as this
may damage the gasket system of the knife bearing.
If you want to clean the mixing knife and mixing bowl thoroughly, you must
disassemble the mixing bowl.
1. Remove the mixing bowl from the base unit.
2. Dismantle the mixing bowl (see chapter on
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3. Clean the inside and outside of each part, either by hand or in the
dishwasher.
4. Wipe the contact pins on the bottom of the mixing bowl if necessary.
Always ensure that the contact pins are clean and dry before putting the
mixing bowl back in the base unit.
5. Use only soft dishcloths to clean plastic surfaces such as the Varoma®.
6. Do not use sharp objects or metal scouring pads.
7. To remove particularly stubborn residues in the mixing bowl, use a special
cleaning agent for stainless steel.
8. Put the mixing knife and its sealing ring back in the mixing bowl (see
chapter on How to Insert the Mixing Knife
8.2

CLEANING THE BASE UNIT

DANGER
Risk of electric shock if water enters
appliance.
If water gets into the electrical components, you could
get an electric shock.
• Do not immerse the base unit in water or other liquids.
• Do not hold the base unit under running water.
• Do not pour water over the base unit.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply
before cleaning the base unit.
• Clean the base unit with a dry or damp cloth only.
• No water or dirt should enter the base unit.
• Do not use Thermomix® TM6 outdoors.
• If water has managed to get into the appliance, contact
your Vorwerk repair service.
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How to Remove the Mixing
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