What is the difference between the two blades?
The one with the long shaft is the main blade that you can use it singly if you do not wish the result to be too meshed, another is the secondary blade for a finer result. It’s meant for dual stackability.
Is the glass breakable?
Although it is made from thickened glass to prevent knocks and bumps, it is still glass and will be cracked under immense pressure or impact. Always handle with care.
Is the glass microwavable?
No it is not.
Is the glass dishwasher safe?
Yes it is.
Is the container freezer safe?
Although it is made of thickened glass, you might be in a situation of the contents within it getting freezer burns so we do not recommend putting it in the freezer.
Is the container safe to hold hot water?
Although it is made of thickened glass, it is not recommended to put hot water contents in. Do not operate with hot water contents in the container as hot water will expand under pressured vortex.
What can I make using Gourmet Chef Wonder Chopper?
The options are endless - smoothies, minced meat, sauces and pastes and many more! You can even blend solids into an almost powdered form, and blend mixtures for baking purposes.
Can I use it to blend ice?
Yes, definitely.
Can I use it to blend coffee beans?
Yes, but not powdery.
Can I make pastes/sauces?
Yes, you can.
Can I use it to blend hot food?
Avoid blending ingredients/food above 80°C, or anything hot in general due to the heat expansion created from the vortex within a confined environment
Can I use the Gourmet Chef Wonder Chopper as an electric mixer?
It should NOT be used as a direct replacement for an electric mixer. You may use it to blend certain wet ingredients together for baking purposes, but it will not be effective in mixing ingredients to form dough or mixtures of tougher texture.
Troubleshooting
What should I do if the motor stops working?
If the motor stops working, please unplug it from the power and let it cool for a few minutes before using it again. It has a thermal shut-off that protects the motor to prolong its lifespan by preventing overheating.
Precaution
Are there some items that I should not blend with?
- Overly bulky / tough / hard objects
- Stones or alike materials that are non food prep related
Cleaning and Maintenance
1. Unplug the motor from the socket
2. Use a damp cloth to wipe away any dirt or residues from the motor. DO NOT WASH OR SOAK the motor.
3. Remove the chopper lid to wash
4. Remove the blades, rinse to wash with precautions.
5. Rinse and wash the glass bowl.
6. Allow to air dry or wipe dry.