THERMOMIX®
Vorwerk's Thermomix ® is a unique food processor/appliance that lets you learn new culinary routes and unleash your potential as a chef while saving time and effort. It is enormously powerful, versatile and innovative and takes a lot of work off your cooking.
The world of Thermomix® - Basic knowledge appliances
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What should I know when your advisor comes to my home to show me the ropes about TM6 and Cookidoo®?
Please take note that free months for the initial registration of the TM6 will only be credited once to the Cookidoo® account that was used at the very beginning. After the credit has been issued, ...
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Can I use the highest temperature for manual cooking?
No, for reasons of safety this is not possible. The highest temperature is blocked from manual use on the TM6. It is ONLY available as part of the automatic modes in Guided Cooking recipes. The hig...
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What is Guided Cooking?
Cooking with the Thermomix® is easier than ever before, thanks to the Guided Cooking function. Ever wished you had a personal assistant in the kitchen? Well, now you do. Simply select a recipe and ...
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Can I use the TM6 to make popcorn or for deep-frying?
No. The TM6 is not designed for making popcorn or for deep-frying food. While the TM6 can actually reach a maximum temperature of 160°C/320°F, we ONLY allow this with the Guided Cooking feature (...
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Can I fry using my TM6?
Exploring the various functions of your TM6 will be a great culinary adventure – but frying isn’t one of them. The TM6 isn’t hot enough for frying so, for reasons of safety, please don't attempt it.
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What new features does the TM6 offer compared with the TM5?
You will amaze yourself with what you can achieve in the kitchen with the TM6! A more intuitive, seamless, failsafe and inspirational way to cook allows you to create better meals with less effort....
The world of Thermomix® - Accessories
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What are the most important things to know about using Sous-vide cooking style with my TM6 and TM5?
Answer: Sous-vide is that method of cooking in which food is placed in a plastic bag and cooked in a water bath for longer than usual cooking times (usually 1 to 8 hours) at an accurately set and c...
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What should I avoid while using the Blade Cover for Sous-vide or slow cooking with my Thermomix TM6 and TM5?
When using your Thermomix TM6 and TM5 in combination with the Blade Cover when cooking Sous-vide or slow cooking, DO NOT: - exceed speed 1 on the manual settings. - use clockwise rotation when sett...
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Introducing the blade cover for TM6 and TM5
Presenting you with even more Options for healthy and delicious Meals like Sous-vide and slow cooking prepared food with the Thermomix®. We have created the blade cover which attaches to the knife,...
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What accessories from the TM5 and TM6 are compatible?
TM6 accessories like knife and bowl are not compatible with the TM5 and vice versa. The bowls for each device can be inserted into the other, but you won’t be able to cook with the wrong bowl and y...
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What do I need to know about the measuring cup for my TM6? What is the benefit of the cup insertion?
The measuring cup is a cap for the hole in the mixing bowl lid, and prevents heat loss and stops ingredients from spilling out.You can also use the measuring cup to measure liquids. It has 100 ml a...
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The mixing bowl will not go into the Thermomix® TM6 base unit.
The mixing bowl may not be correctly assembled. Check whether the mixing bowl base is locked in place correctly.
Operation Instructions Thermomix®
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The Thermomix® TM6 stops working during basic cooking functions.
The wrong ingredients may have been put into the mixing bowl. Remove the mixing bowl from the base unit and empty it. Put the empty mixing bowl back into the base unit. Restart the cooking process.
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How do I scale down ingredients (e.g. four-person recipe to one-person dish)?
The Guided Cooking function does not allow for this – it is only possible in manual mode. Please note that the recipe might need to be adjusted with regards to the preparation time (e.g. cutting, c...
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Can I read a recipe on my TM6 during the automated pre-clean mode?
Yes, you can search for recipes on the device even if it’s currently in pre-clean mode.
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Can I change the temperature indicator from Celsius to Fahrenheit for a recipe?
You can change your temperature preferences by going to Settings and selecting it there. Please note: This does not change the temperature or measuring settings of the recipe. If you choose to cook...
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Can I check the next steps of a recipe while I am waiting for the current step to finish?
Yes. If you click on the field with three dots next to the ‘Next’ button, you can select ‘Recipe Details’ and will get the opportunity to have a look at an overview of all steps of the current reci...
The world of Thermomix ® - Technical specifications
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Why does the automated pre-clean mode take up to 5 minutes?
The pre-clean mode takes up to 5 minutes because it is automated and checks the amount of water and temperature. The exact length of the pre-clean cycle therefore depends on the starting temperatur...
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What should I know about the touchscreen of my Thermomix® TM6?
When the new Thermomix® reaches your home, remove the protective foil from the display and locking arms. If you leave the protective foil on the display, it will affect the pressure sensitivity of ...
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How can I change the volume and length of the end of programme alarm on my TM6?
You can find all possible changes in the following menu options under Main Menu SETTINGS. SETTING THE LANGUAGESelect Main menu > Settings > Language. SETTING THE COUNTRYSelect Country under Setting...
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Can I change the contrast and/or brightness of the display on the TM6?
To change your settings, go to the following menu options under the Main Menu SETTINGS. SETTING THE LANGUAGESelect Main Menu > Settings > Language. SETTING THE COUNTRYSelect Country under Settings....
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Does the TM6 have an induction heating system?
No, the TM6 doesn’t have an induction heating system. It has something better – an integrated direct heating system. The integrated direct heating system works without losing any energy and does no...
Tips & Tricks Thermomix®
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My Thermomix® mixing bowl has a rainbow-colored shimmer
Blue or multi-colored changes can appear on the surface of the bowl. These changes are an optical phenomenon. These partial rainbow colored spots happen during cooking or cleaning. To protect aga...
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Best practices to avoid burnt food and stains on the Thermomix® mixing bowl.
When preparing your favourite meals with Thermomix TM6, some food may catch and burn on the base of the Thermomix mixing bowl. Information on why this may happen, and ways to minimize the chances o...
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Is there a way to prevent the device from shutting down automatically when I haven’t used it for a while?
To save energy, the Thermomix® TM6 switches off automatically after 15 minutes when not in use. A message appears for the final 30 seconds, giving you the opportunity to cancel the automatic shutdo...
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How can I view the complete recipe information (e.g. steps, ingredients) before starting to cook?
After you have selected a recipe on the TM6, simply scroll down and you will see all the information you need about ingredients and steps of the recipe.
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Can I weigh ingredients while cooking with the TM6?
It is possible to weigh ingredients while cooking, just make sure the motor is running at level 4 or below. Only weigh ingredients when the blades are turning smoothly and there is no liquid with c...
Apps & Software Thermomix®
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Which new functions do I get for my Thermomix® TM6 with the newest update?
We are working every day to make our products better, offer better support and experience. That is why we present to you the latest updates for the Thermomix®, which are accessible to you over the ...
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Which new functions do I get for my Thermomix® TM5 with the 2.8 update?
Here you will find an overview of the changes and innovations offered by the Update 2.8: Settings for display brightness Allowing to set the brightness in all screens. Modern Design is pretty ...
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Do I need the Internet at home to use my new TM6?
The TM6 can be used without an internet connection however you will need an internet connection to access Cookidoo®. Once you have synchronised your bookmarks and recipe lists, your TM6 can be used...
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Connecting/disconnecting the TM6 to and from the Internet
SETTING UP THE WI-FI NETWORK 1. Select Main Menu > Settings > Wi-Fi.2. Activate Wi-Fi by pressing the slide control on the right-hand side. The slide control is now green and moves from left to rig...
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How to get an software update for my TM6?
Information about the version of your appliance and its software is available under ‘Thermomix Version & Update’ in your Thermomix Menu Settings. Your TM6 receives a new update automatically when d...
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How do I connect the TM6 to Cookidoo®?
On your TM6, simply go to ‘Settings’ and find your Cookidoo® profile, then log in with your Cookidoo® credentials on the Thermomix®. The TM6 will automatically synchronise with your Cookidoo® accou...
Troubleshooting & Bug fixes Thermomix®
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My Thermomix® TM5 is showing a system message.
System messages occasionally appear on the display of the Thermomix ® TM5. This does not mean that your appliance is faulty. These are usually recommendations for action which you can recognize in ...
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Thermomix® TM6 System Messages 2000 - 2999
System Codes Screen Message ADVICE 2002 Stop Thermomix® to start mode Please restart the recipe and follow the instructions of Guided Cooking. Another solution is to finish the recipe manuall...
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Thermomix® TM6 System Messages 1000 - 1999
System Messages Screen Message ADVICE 1101 Software update failed and the previous version was restored. Please retry after next reboot. Please check that your Internet connection is working o...
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Thermomix® TM6 System Messages 700 - 999
System Messages Screen Message ADVICE 702 Connection lost. Reconnect via WiFi settings and try again. Check your internet connection by restarting your internet router. If you are using your m...
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Thermomix® TM6 System Messages 400 - 699
System Messages Screen Message ADVICE 400 No Message, System Code displayed only If the error persists for a week, please contact customer service. 401 No Message, System Code displayed only...
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Thermomix® TM6 System Messages 300 - 399
System Messages Screen Message ADVICE 381 Not compatible bowl inserted. The TM6 bowl inserted supports a different voltage range than your Thermomix®. Make sure you use the right bowl with the...
All about Thermomix® repair services
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How does Vorwerk deal with old appliances that are still in use?
Vorwerk has always been a staple of excellent quality and innovative technology with the main goal of improving your lives at home. Therefore, we constantly update our existing products and create ...
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How do I remove the food from the bowl of a locked appliance so that I can send/take it for repair?
1. Disconnect power supply 2. Try to pour or tip out the food; you may find the spatula useful 3. You must not try to clean the Thermomix® under running water, e.g. in a sink 4. Send/take the TM to...