Dough mixer FIMAR BHS-20LN

A spiral dough mixer blends flour, water and yeast by driving a spiral-shaped hook through the mass at low speed. The hook kneads the dough evenly without tearing it, developing gluten strands that give bread its structure and elasticity. The bowl remains stationary, so the dough is worked in one place and does not climb the sides, reducing the need for manual intervention.

To use the FIMAR BHS-20LN, fit the spiral hook, add the ingredients to the bowl and close the guard. Set the timer for the required mixing time, then start the motor. The hook rotates, pulling the dough towards the centre and folding it repeatedly. When the timer ends, the motor stops automatically. Open the guard, remove the hook and lift the bowl to transfer the dough to the next stage.

The mixer is built from stainless steel, including the bowl, guard and frame. The 0.55 kW motor runs on a 230 V single-phase supply, the standard circuit in most professional kitchens. A 22 litre bowl holds up to 16 kg of dough, enough for several large batches of bread or pizza bases. The unit weighs 45 kg, so it is moved with a trolley or two people. Its footprint of 380 mm by 600 mm fits on a worktop or mobile stand.

Cleaning involves removing the bowl and hook, washing them in warm water with detergent, then drying and replacing them. The guard and frame are wiped down with a damp cloth to remove flour dust. The motor and electrical parts are not waterproof, so they are kept dry during cleaning.

The BHS-20LN is a single-speed model with a fixed bowl. The voltage is 230 V, with a tolerance of plus 2% included in the price.