Operation Instructions Thermomix®

• Explanation of the safety warning message

  The measuring cup that is used as standard on the Thermomix® TM6 is inserted in such a way that it sits firmly in place. This prevents the measuring cup from falling out when the mixing bowl lid is...

• Instructions for my Thermomix ® TM5

  You can find all the instruction manuals for Thermomix ® TM5 in practical PDF format.     Download  PDF

• Restart / Reset the Thermomix® TM5

  We differentiate between two types of device restart: Soft restart meaning the turn-off and back on the device.  Factory reset meaning restarts the device to the factory settings. After completi...

• Thermomix® TM5 Modes

  How to receive the Modes? You must have a Cook-key® connected to your TM5 which allows you to update the Thermomix® to the latest Firmware version. Once you have the latest Firmware version you ar...

• Preparing Sous-vide recipes on your Thermomix® TM5.

    You can cook Sous-vide recipes in your TM5 as well. There are some important measures to keep in mind before you start using your Thermomix® TM5 for slow cooking in the Sous-vide style. you need...

• Can I make juices with Thermomix ® TM5?

  If you would like to make vegetables such as carrots and beetroot drinkable and benefit from the valuable fibre in the vegetables, you can puree them with fruit and/or fruit juices to make a smooth...

• Can I also roast nuts in the Thermomix ® TM5?

  In principle, small quantities of nuts can be roasted in the Thermomix ® TM5 on the Varoma® setting or at 120°C. Contact between the nuts and the base of the mixing bowl is required. The best nuts ...

• How can I speed up the time setting on my Thermomix ® TM5?

  If you wish to speed up the minute time setting on your Thermomix ® TM5, you can do this by turning the dial more quickly. Speed up to achieve higher values.

• Can I also deep-fry, caramelize or make popcorn using the Thermomix ® TM5?

  You cannot make popcorn, deep-fry or caramelise with the Thermomix ® TM5 because temperatures are not high enough. The maximum temperature of the Thermomix ® TM5 is 120°C. For safety reasons as wel...

• How can I cook rice in the Thermomix ® TM5?

  You have three options for cooking rice: 1.) The simmering basket is not used for the automatic recipe. The Thermomix ® TM5 informs you of the approximate preparation time. A temperature sensor det...

• How exactly do I use the favourites and what benefits are there in using them?

  You can find your favourite recipes again very quickly using the favourites. You can add recipes from the recipe chip to your favourites list when the chip is attached. The entries in the list are ...

• How do I activate the knead mode on my Thermomix ® TM5 and what is the maximum amount of dough I can prepare at a time?

  Press the ear of wheat symbol on the display to activate dough mode. You can then start this by turning the dial. When preparing dough, we recommend that you always use the quantities given in the...

• How can I activate the turbo setting on my Thermomix ® TM5 and how fast will the blade be at this setting?

  You can select the turbo setting in the symbol bar using the mode symbol. When the mode is set, you can start the turbo setting by turning the dial. In turbo mode, the blade of your TM5 speeds up ...

• What does the cooling period mean on the display of my Thermomix ® TM5?

  The cooling period is displayed when heating was used in the previous step of the recipe (regardless of whether it was 37°C or 120°C). The cooling period prevents food from burning and cooked food ...

• How do the Thermomix ® TM5 scales work and how do I use them?

  The weighing function on the Thermomix ® TM5 works from 5 g to 6 kg in steps of 2 times 3 kg. You can add a maximum of 3 kg per step. If you add more than 3 kg, you will get an overload message. No...

• Can I let my Thermomix ® TM5 carry on stirring at the end of a recipe, for example, to keep the food warm?

  Yes, of course. When you have completed a recipe, you can simply put your Thermomix ® TM5 on a manual setting. So, for example, to keep stirring a dish, you just need to turn the selector until you...

• How do I set up the security PIN number, and what happens if I forget it?

  By using the security PIN number, you can protect your Thermomix ® TM5 from unauthorized use, for example as a child lock. You can set this up easily under “Settings/Lock". There is no limit to th...

• Does the temperature of the mixing bowl affect the scales on the Thermomix ® TM5?

  No, the temperature of the mixing bowl has no effect on the Thermomix ® TM5 scales.

• Can I change or switch off the Thermomix ® TM5 warning tone?

  You can adjust the volume and duration of the warning tone as you desire. For safety reasons, the tone can’t be switched off entirely. You can stop the tone by reducing the speed (turning the selec...

• Can I browse other recipes on the Thermomix® TM5 while cooking?

    For TM5, you can bookmark a recipe at any point in the cooking process by tapping on the Home icon . This will open a field where you need to confirm that the recipe should not be ended.  A gree...

• Is it ok to put my Thermomix ® TM5 next to an induction stove?

  Normally, you can use your Thermomix ® near any stovetop. However, please make sure you never put your Thermomix ® directly onto burners or cooktops! If you were to accidentally switch the burner o...

• Are there recipes in the Thermomix ® TM5 appliance itself or only on the recipe chips and the Cook-key ®?

  The recipes with Guided Cooking function are stored either on the recipe chips or the Cook-key ®. There are also some automatic recipes which are saved directly on the internal storage of the Therm...

• On the Thermomix ® TM5, why is there a small gap between the handle and the mixing bowl?

  This “play” between the handle and the mixing bowl on your Thermomix ® TM5 is normal and completely safe. There is an expansion joint between the bowl and the bowl handle. This joint is necessary t...

• What is the capacity of the measuring cup on the Thermomix ® TM5 and what is the opening on its rim for?

  The Thermomix ® TM5 measuring cup has a capacity of 100 ml. The opening at the edge of the measuring judge is used for special recipes: For instance, in some mayonnaise recipes, you can slowly po...

• Does the Thermomix ® TM5 turn itself off automatically if I’m not using it?

  Yes, the Thermomix ® TM5 switches itself off automatically after 15 minutes. You cannot disable this automatic shutdown function.