SILVERCREST® Mini Chopper SMZC 500 E1, 500 W, mint green, pink or black

Technical overview
The SILVERCREST® Mini Chopper SMZC 500 E1, 500 W, mint green, pink or black is a domestic appliance for chopping small quantities of food, crushing ice, whipping cream and emulsifying liquids. It combines a 500 W motor, two speed settings and a 1.2-litre glass bowl.

Key features
▸ Two speed settings operated by separate push buttons
▸ Pulse operation for improved control over the chopping texture
▸ Blade for vegetables, herbs, nuts, meat and ice cubes
▸ Emulsifying disc for whipping cream and emulsifying liquids
▸ Glass bowl with a total capacity of 1.2 litres
▸ Maximum 500 ml filling mark for food and liquids
▸ Non-slip ring for improved stability
▸ Removable parts suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher
▸ Available in mint green, pink or black

How it works and what it is for
The ingredients are placed in the glass bowl with either the blade or the emulsifying disc. Once the lid and motor unit are fitted, speed I or II can be selected. Pulse operation allows food to be processed gradually and is particularly useful for harder ingredients and ice cubes.

Main technical specifications
▸ Model: SMZC 500 E1
▸ Rated power: 500 W
▸ Mains voltage: 220–240 V~, 50/60 Hz
▸ Speed settings: 2
▸ Bowl capacity: 1,200 ml
▸ Maximum food and liquid capacity: 500 ml
▸ Continuous operation with blade: 30 seconds
▸ Continuous operation with emulsifying disc: 2 minutes
▸ Off-mode power consumption: 0.0 W
▸ Protection class: II
▸ Colours: mint green, pink or black

Included accessories / compatibility
▸ Glass bowl
▸ Lid with sealing ring
▸ Blade holder with blade
▸ Emulsifying disc
▸ Non-slip ring
▸ Operating instructions
▸ All removable parts are dishwasher-safe except the motor unit

Who it is recommended for
This mini chopper is suitable for households needing to process small quantities of vegetables, herbs, nuts or meat quickly. It can also be used for crushing ice, whipping cream and preparing simple emulsions.

Pros and cons
Pros
▸ 500 W motor with two speed settings
▸ Glass bowl with a total capacity of 1.2 litres
▸ Blade and emulsifying disc included
▸ Removable parts can be cleaned in a dishwasher
Cons
▸ Maximum usable filling level is limited to 500 ml
▸ Continuous blade operation is limited to 30 seconds

Objective final opinion
The SILVERCREST® Mini Chopper SMZC 500 E1, 500 W, mint green, pink or black provides practical functions for everyday small-batch food preparation. Its glass bowl, two speeds and emulsifying disc offer useful versatility, provided that the specified filling and operating limits are observed.

FAQ
What is the capacity of the glass bowl?
The bowl has a total capacity of 1.2 litres. Food and liquids must not exceed the 500 ml maximum filling mark.

Can this mini chopper crush ice cubes?
Yes. Approximately 100 g of ice and pulse operation at speed II are recommended for a more even result.

Can it be used to whip cream?
Yes. The emulsifying disc is suitable for whipping between 200 and 400 ml of well-chilled cream.