1. Vigtige sikkerhedsinstruktioner
Læs venligst alle instruktioner omhyggeligt, inden du bruger apparatet. Gem denne manual til senere brug.
- Sørg for, at voltagDen angivne lydstyrke på apparatet svarer til din elnetspænding.tage før tilslutning.
- Motorenheden, ledningen eller stikket må ikke nedsænkes i vand eller anden væske.
- Tag altid stikket ud af stikkontakten før montering, adskillelse, rengøring eller når apparatet ikke er i brug.
- Hold hænder og redskaber væk fra de bevægelige knive under drift for at forhindre skader.
- Knivene er meget skarpe. Håndter med ekstrem forsigtighed under montering, adskillelse og rengøring.
- Dette apparat er ikke beregnet til brug af personer (inklusive børn) med nedsatte fysiske, sensoriske eller mentale evner, eller mangel på erfaring og viden, medmindre de har fået opsyn eller instruktion i brugen af apparatet af en person, der er ansvarlig for deres sikkerhed.
- Børn skal være under opsyn for at sikre, at de ikke leger med apparatet.
- Betjen ikke noget apparat med en beskadiget ledning eller stik, eller efter at apparatet ikke fungerer korrekt eller er blevet beskadiget på nogen måde.
- Undgå kontakt med bevægelige dele.
- Må ikke bruges udendørs.
- Lad ikke ledningen hænge ud over kanten af et bord eller bord, eller rør ved varme overflader.
- Må ikke placeres på eller i nærheden af en varm gas- eller elektrisk brænder eller i en opvarmet ovn.
- Sørg altid for, at låget er forsvarligt låst på plads, inden apparatet tages i brug.
- Do not process excessively hot liquids.
- Do not overfill the processing bowl.
2. Produktkomponenter
Familiarize yourself with the parts of your Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper.

Billede: Eksploderet view af Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper, showing the motor unit, lid, four-blade assembly, and transparent processing bowl.
- Motorenhed: Indeholder motor- og betjeningsknapper.
- Låg: Secures the processing bowl and engages with the motor unit for operation.
- Bladsamling: Features four sharp stainless steel blades for efficient chopping. Handle with care.
- Processing Bowl (600ml capacity): Gennemsigtig skål til opbevaring af ingredienser.
- Skridsikker base: Integrated into the processing bowl for stability during use.
- Hastighedskontrolknapper: Two buttons on top of the motor unit for selecting different speeds.
3. Opsætning og montering
Before first use, wash all parts that will come into contact with food (processing bowl, lid, blade assembly) in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and dry. The motor unit should only be wiped with a damp klæde.
- Place the processing bowl on a stable, flat, and dry surface.
- Carefully place the blade assembly onto the central pin inside the processing bowl. Ensure it sits correctly.
- Add your ingredients to the processing bowl. Do not exceed the MAX fill line (600ml capacity).
- Place the lid onto the processing bowl, aligning the tabs. Twist gently until it locks securely in place.
- Position the motor unit on top of the lid, ensuring it is properly seated and aligned. The appliance will not operate if the motor unit is not correctly placed.

Image: The Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper fully assembled, ready for use.
4. Betjeningsvejledning
Once assembled, plug the appliance into a suitable power outlet.
4.1. Chopping Ingredients
- Sørg for, at ingredienserne er skåret i små, håndterbare stykker, inden de kommes i skålen.
- Press and hold one of the two speed control buttons on the motor unit to start chopping.
- Knap 1: Lower speed for softer ingredients or coarser chopping.
- Knap 2: Higher speed for harder ingredients or finer chopping.
- Process in short pulses for better control over the consistency. Do not operate continuously for more than 30 seconds. Allow the motor to rest for at least 2 minutes between cycles.
- Slip knappen for at stoppe apparatet.
- Once processing is complete, unplug the appliance before disassembling.

Image: The Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper demonstrating its capability to chop meat, vegetables, and crush ice.
4.2. Ice Crushing Function
- Place a moderate amount of ice cubes into the processing bowl. Do not overfill.
- Secure the lid and motor unit as described in the Setup section.
- Use the higher speed button (Button 2) for crushing ice. Process in short, powerful pulses until desired consistency is achieved.
- Unplug the appliance before removing crushed ice.

Image: The Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper with crushed ice, surrounded by ingredients for cocktails and smoothies.
5. Rengøring og vedligeholdelse
Regelmæssig rengøring sikrer optimal ydeevne og forlænger apparatets levetid.
- Tag altid stikket ud af stikkontakten før rengøring.
- Carefully remove the motor unit, then the lid, and finally the blade assembly from the processing bowl.
- Cleaning the Blade Assembly: The blades are extremely sharp. Handle with extreme caution. Wash the blade assembly in warm soapy water using a brush, or place it in the dishwasher (if dishwasher safe, refer to product markings). Rinse and dry immediately.
- Cleaning the Processing Bowl and Lid: Wash these parts in warm soapy water or place them in the dishwasher. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Rengøring af motorenheden: Tør motorenheden af med en blød, damp cloth. Never immerse the motor unit in water or any other liquid. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
- Sørg for, at alle dele er helt tørre, før du samler eller opbevarer apparatet igen.
- Opbevar apparatet på et tørt sted, utilgængeligt for børn.
6. Fejlfindingsvejledning
If you encounter issues with your Ariete Vintage 438, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problem | Mulig årsag | Løsning |
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| Apparatet starter ikke. |
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| Ingredienserne er ikke hakket jævnt. |
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| Motoren lyder anstrengt eller stopper. |
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| Leakage from the bowl. |
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7. Tekniske specifikationer
| Feature | Detalje |
|---|---|
| Mærke | Ariete |
| Model | 438 |
| Magt | 400 watt |
| Kapacitet | 600 milliliter |
| Antal hastigheder | 2 |
| Blade | 4 knive i rustfrit stål |
| Særlige funktioner | Ice Crushing Function, Non-Slip Feet |
| Produktmål (L x B x H) | 12 x 12.5 x 26 cm |
| Varens vægt | 1 kilo |
| Automatisk sluk | Ingen |

Image: The Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper illustrating its physical dimensions: Length 12 cm, Width 12.5 cm, Height 26 cm.
8. Garantioplysninger
This appliance is covered by a manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for a period specified by local consumer protection laws, typically two years from the date of purchase. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.
Garantien dækker ikke:
- Damage caused by improper use, negligence, or failure to follow instructions.
- Almindelig slitage.
- Skader forårsaget af uautoriserede reparationer eller modifikationer.
- Kommerciel brug.
For detailed warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or contact Ariete customer support.
9. Kundesupport
For any questions, technical assistance, or service requests regarding your Ariete Vintage 438 Food Chopper, please contact Ariete customer support.
You can find contact information on the official Ariete webwebstedet eller på produktemballagen. Hav venligst dit modelnummer (438) og købsbevis klar, når du kontakter support.
Visit the official Ariete store for more information: Ariete Official Store





