A meat grinder is an indispensable tool for any housewife. Modern models are often real food processors, convenient to use and multifunctional. One of the most popular manufacturers of equipment of this type today is Belwar. The meat grinder of this brand will surely appeal to any housewife, as it has a low cost and a high degree of reliability.
history of the company
The Akvador-Belvar plant has been leading its history since 1939. Over the entire period of its existence, the enterprise has repeatedly changed the profile of its products, focusing primarily on the urgent needs of the consumer at this particular moment. By 1992, the main type of goods delivered to the domestic market were radio measuring instruments. Today, 60% of the products of this profile in the CIS are produced by the Akvador-Belvar plant.
In addition to radio devices, the company's assortment includes measuring and medical equipment, as well as high-quality household appliances, including multifunctional meat grinders.
general description
Belvar is a meat grinder that is popular in the domestic market due mainly to its reliability, ease of use and relatively low cost. Buying it means getting high-quality equipment that can greatly facilitate the life of the hostess of the house.
The case of the Belvar meat grinder is made of durable plastic, which is very easy to care for. Knives and lattices are made of high-quality steel. The features of meat grinders of this brand include, first of all, a rather high power. In different models, it can be 220-400 watts. It would seem that the figure is small. However, the Belarusian manufacturer traditionally indicates in the passport the power with the engine not blocked. Consequently, 220-400 W of Belarusian meat grinders corresponds to approximately 700-1200 W of imported ones.
For ease of use, each model comes with a special wide bell for laying pieces of meat and vegetables, as well as a pusher. Both of these elements are made of the same plastic as the body, and are just as easily and simply washed after use.
Basic equipment
Belvar is a meat grinder, which, in fact, is a small food processor. Beef, lamb and pork can be twisted in several modes. To obtain the forcemeat of the desired consistency, appropriate nozzles are used. It can be, for example, a lattice for strong grinding, large or beef stroganoff.
Kinds
Today, the Belvar enterprise produces models of the Pomoshnitsa meat grinder, marked with numbers from 22 to 34. The difference between them can be in the capacity and number of nozzles. All meat grinders of this brand are equipped with:
- perforated nozzle for minced meat;
- grater for vegetables ;
- nozzle for making sausage;
- for shredder;
- for cutting cookies.
Each model comes with a tray for storing nozzles. All meat grinders have a compartment for an electric cord. Models 25, 33 and 34 are additionally equipped with a juicer, and 23, 24, 32, 33 and 34 with nozzles for punching the dough. Productivity of Belvar meat grinders can fluctuate within the limits of 0.8-0.83 kg / m. Models 31 through 34 have a reverse function (reverse). Since the knives of the Belwar meat grinder are made of high-quality steel, they almost never get clogged. However, if, for example, veins of meat are wound on the auger, it will be very easy to remove them with the “reverse” function.
Recently, more modern Belwar models, even more functional ones, have appeared on the market. For example, some KEM modification meat grinders are equipped with nozzles for making tubes and cookies from dough, several graters, loading containers, etc.
Meat grinder Belvar: reviews
The owners have a very good opinion about the models of this brand. Most of the reviews about this household appliance are positive. Mistresses note not only the convenience of working with Belvar meat grinders, but also their durability and reliability. Knives, for example, do not require sharpening for many years. The housewives also like the high power of household appliances of this brand. The meat for minced meat can be cut quite large pieces, which, of course, is very convenient.
Many housewives actively use such household appliances as the Belvar meat grinder, reviews of which are actually very good, in the fall, during the preservation of vegetables for the winter. Chopping a large number of carrots and cabbage using this equipment can be done almost instantly.
The disadvantages of the meat grinder of this brand include only too short a wire. Twist the minced meat and cut the vegetables in the immediate vicinity of the outlet. Many also note the fact that after several years of use, Belwar metal parts are slowly starting to rust. However, given the fact that the knives do not lose their sharpness, this fact can be attributed to disadvantages only indirectly.
The cost of meat grinders
The price for Belwar models is slightly higher than for many other domestic brands, but lower than for imported ones. On average, the cost of the Belvar meat grinder ranges from 2500-3500 rubles (for 2015). In the event of a breakdown, the equipment can be repaired at one of the company's service centers. In Belarus, there are about 20, in Russia - 30. There you can also purchase spare parts for the Belvar meat grinder.
How to use
The instruction for use of a meat grinder of this brand depends on the configuration of this particular model. All kinds of consoles and nozzles should be planted correctly. Next, let us briefly consider what are the rules for using equipment using an example of such a model as the Belvar meat grinder “Assistant” KEM. Namely, we will understand what recommendations exist regarding:
- preparation of the meat grinder for work;
- minced meat preparation;
- the use of a juicer;
- shredder application;
- use the nozzle to profile the dough.
Preparation for work
The first step is to install the KEM meat grinder on a flat surface. Next, make sure that the drive switch is in the “0” position. After this, you can begin to mount the necessary components. Attachments or attachments for Belwar meat grinders are carefully inserted into the drive socket and secured with a screw, without applying excessive force. Further, the equipment is connected to the network. Twist the minced meat or cut vegetables continuously for no more than 15 minutes. Then the meat grinder should be allowed to rest for half an hour.
Meat grinder Belvar: instructions for cooking minced meat
Actually, the meat prefix itself is going to be elementary. That is exactly the same as any other meat grinder. Chopped pieces are fed into the bell evenly. If necessary, they can be pressed with a pusher. When using a meat grinder, it is strictly forbidden:
- Forcibly push meat if the grill is clogged with the product. In this case, set the drive switch to position “0”. After the engine completely stops working, you need to switch to the "reverse" mode. To do this, hold the switch in the appropriate position for about 10 s. Once the auger is clean, you can continue to work.
- Use a meat grinder when the engine speed drops. The models of this manufacturer have a function of automatic shutdown when overheating.
How to use a shredder and a juicer
Belvar is a meat grinder, perfect for processing fruits and vegetables. The shredder and juicer are assembled according to the drawings presented in the instructions for use. The latter is mandatory attached to each model. Using a juicer, the following rules should be observed:
- When processing berries with small seeds, the prefix screw is unscrewed to the maximum.
- From plums, quinces, cherries and so on. Before work, remove the seeds.
- To get pure juice you need to use nets with the smallest holes.
Shredding vegetables on such kitchen equipment as an electric meat grinder Belvar is done as follows:
- Vegetables are served evenly with a pusher glass.
- It is best to lay only one not too large piece at a time in the bell.
- The outlet for the exit of the chopped product should be cleaned periodically.
How to work with a nozzle for the test
The rules for using this console are as follows:
- The dough is rolled up with a sausage 6-10 cm long and fed into the meat grinder with a pusher.
- The output product is cut into strips of the desired length with a knife dampened with water.
As you can see, the Belvar Belarusian meat grinder is very convenient and not complicated to use. If you wish, you can easily learn how to work with any components. Keep the meat grinder of this brand in a dry place, away from open flame. At the same time, it is advisable to lubricate knives and other metal parts with vegetable oil. The cord should be protected from damage. Grease the Belvar meat grinder at least once every 6 months.