1. Introducció
Thank you for choosing the Ariete Vintage Chopper. This versatile kitchen appliance is designed for efficient chopping, grinding, and crushing of various ingredients. With its powerful 400W motor, two-speed settings, and durable stainless steel blades, it simplifies food preparation tasks from processing vegetables to crushing ice. Please read this manual carefully before first use to ensure safe and optimal operation.
2. Instruccions de seguretat importants
Quan utilitzeu aparells elèctrics, sempre s'han de seguir les precaucions bàsiques de seguretat per reduir el risc d'incendi, descàrrega elèctrica i/o lesions a les persones, incloses les següents:
- Llegiu totes les instruccions abans d'utilitzar l'aparell.
- No submergiu la unitat del motor, el cable ni l'endoll en aigua ni en altres líquids.
- És necessària una supervisió estreta quan qualsevol aparell és utilitzat per o a prop dels nens.
- Desendolleu la presa de corrent quan no estigui en ús, abans de muntar o desmuntar peces i abans de netejar.
- Avoid contact with moving parts. The blades are very sharp; handle with extreme care.
- No feu servir cap aparell amb un cable o un endoll danyats, o després que l'aparell funcioni malament o s'hagi caigut o s'hagi danyat de cap manera.
- The appliance features a safety lock mechanism. Ensure all parts are correctly assembled and the lid is securely closed before operating. The appliance will not operate if not properly assembled.
- No utilitzar a l'aire lliure.
- No deixeu que el cable pengi sobre la vora de la taula o el taulell ni toqui superfícies calentes.
- No col·loqueu-lo sobre o prop d'un cremador de gas o elèctric calent, ni en un forn calent.
- No utilitzeu l'aparell per a res que no sigui l'ús previst.
3. Components del producte
Familiarize yourself with the parts of your Ariete Vintage Chopper:
- Unitat motora: Contains the powerful 400W motor and control buttons.
- Tapa: Covers the chopping bowl and engages with the motor unit for safe operation.
- Muntatge de la fulla: Features four sharp stainless steel blades for efficient chopping. Handle with care.
- Bol de tallar: A 600ml graduated transparent cup for holding ingredients.
- Base antilliscant: Proporciona estabilitat durant el funcionament.

Image: The Ariete Vintage Chopper disassembled, showing the motor unit, lid, blade assembly, and chopping bowl. Insets highlight the two-speed buttons, stainless steel blades, and 400W power.
4. Muntatge i muntatge
Follow these steps to assemble your chopper before use:
- Place the chopping bowl onto a stable, flat surface. Ensure the anti-slip base is securely attached to the bottom of the bowl.
- Carefully place the blade assembly onto the central pin inside the chopping bowl. Ensure it sits correctly.
- Add your desired ingredients into the chopping bowl. Do not exceed the MAX fill line (600ml capacity).
- Place the lid onto the chopping bowl, aligning the tabs and twisting until it locks securely in place.
- Position the motor unit on top of the lid, ensuring it is properly seated and locked. The safety mechanism prevents operation if not correctly assembled.
- Connecteu el cable d'alimentació a una presa de corrent adequada.

Imatge: Un primer pla view of the chopping bowl's base, showing the anti-slip ring and the central pin for the blade assembly.
5. Instruccions de funcionament
Your Ariete Vintage Chopper offers two speed settings for various chopping needs.
- Preparació: Ensure the chopper is assembled correctly and plugged in. Cut larger ingredients into smaller, uniform pieces (approximately 2-3 cm) for best results.
- Addició d'ingredients: Place ingredients into the chopping bowl. Do not overfill. For optimal performance, process smaller batches if necessary.
- Selecció de velocitat: The motor unit has two buttons. Press and hold the desired button for continuous operation at that speed. Release the button to stop.
- Velocitat 1: Ideal for softer ingredients, coarse chopping, or delicate items.
- Velocitat 2: Suitable for harder ingredients, fine chopping, or crushing ice.
- Funció de pols: For better control over consistency, use short bursts by pressing and releasing the button repeatedly. This is particularly useful for achieving desired textures or preventing over-processing.
- Temps de processament: Process ingredients for short periods (e.g., 10-20 seconds) and check consistency. Repeat if necessary. Avoid continuous operation for more than 1 minute to prevent motor overheating. Allow a short break between cycles.
- Després de l'ús: Once processing is complete, unplug the appliance. Carefully remove the motor unit, then the lid, and finally the blade assembly. Empty the contents of the chopping bowl.

Image: The Ariete Vintage Chopper shown processing various ingredients, including meat, vegetables, and ice, illustrating its versatility.

Image: The Ariete Vintage Chopper in operation, chopping vegetables such as carrots, onions, and bell peppers.
6. Manteniment i Neteja
Una neteja i un manteniment adequats garantiran la longevitat i el rendiment òptim de la teva picadora.
- Desconnecteu sempre l’aparell de la presa de corrent abans de netejar-la.
- Unitat motora: Netegeu la unitat del motor amb un suau, damp tela. No submergiu la unitat del motor en aigua o cap altre líquid.
- Chopping Bowl, Lid, and Blade Assembly: These parts can be washed in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately.
- Handling Blades: Exercise extreme caution when cleaning the blades as they are very sharp. Use a brush if necessary to remove food residue.
- Assecat: Assegureu-vos que totes les peces estiguin completament seques abans de tornar a muntar o emmagatzemar.
- Emmagatzematge: Guardeu la picadora muntada en un lloc sec i segur, fora de l'abast dels nens.
7. Solució De Problemes
If you encounter issues with your Ariete Vintage Chopper, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| L'aparell no s'encén. | Not plugged in; improper assembly; safety lock not engaged. | Check power connection. Ensure motor unit, lid, and bowl are correctly assembled and locked. |
| Blades are not rotating or are slow. | Overfilled bowl; ingredients too large or hard; blade assembly not seated correctly. | Reduce ingredient quantity. Cut ingredients into smaller pieces. Reassemble blade assembly. |
| El motor fa olor o s'sobreescalfa. | Continuous operation for too long; overloaded. | Do not operate continuously for more than 1 minute. Allow the appliance to cool down for several minutes before resuming use. Reduce load. |
| Els resultats de picat són desiguals. | Ingredients not cut uniformly; bowl overfilled; insufficient processing time. | Cut ingredients into similar sizes. Process in smaller batches. Use pulse function for better control. |
Si el problema persisteix després de provar aquestes solucions, poseu-vos en contacte amb l'atenció al client.
8. Especificacions
Detailed technical specifications for the Ariete Vintage Chopper:
| Característica | Especificació |
|---|---|
| Marca | Ariete |
| Model | Vintage Chopper |
| Poder | 400 watts |
| Nombre de velocitats | 2 |
| Fulles | 4, acer inoxidable |
| Capacitat del bol | 600 ml |
| Material | Stainless Steel (blades), Plastic (housing, bowl) |
| Color | Beix |
| Dimensions del producte (L x P x A) | 12 cm x 12.5 cm x 26 cm |
| Pes de l'article | 1 kg |
| Característica especial | Bloqueig de seguretat |
| Instruccions de cura | Esborra amb anunciamp cloth (motor unit) |

Image: The Ariete Vintage Chopper with its dimensions clearly indicated: Length 12 cm, Depth 12.5 cm, Height 26 cm.
9. Garantia i Suport
For information regarding the product warranty, please refer to the documentation provided at the time of purchase. This typically includes details on warranty period, coverage, and terms.
For technical support, spare parts, or any other inquiries, please contact Ariete customer service. Contact details can usually be found on the manufacturer's official weblloc web o a la documentació de la compra.