Selling your Thermomix®: how to prepare it
Whether you sell privately or to us: a few simple steps help you sell your Thermomix® faster and for a better price.
In short
Disconnect the machine from your Cookidoo® account and reset it to factory settings. Clean everything thoroughly, include all the accessories and describe any faults honestly. A machine that’s still linked to your account can’t be used by the buyer.
Disconnect Cookidoo® and reset
- TM6: disconnect the machine from your Cookidoo® account. Then on the machine choose Menu, Settings, Factory settings.
- TM5: take the Cook-Key® off the machine. It’s linked to your Cookidoo® account. If you include it, reset it first and remove it from your account.
- Check that no personal data is shown any more.
Why it matters: otherwise the TM6 shows 662 for the new owner: “linked to another Cookidoo® account”. We can’t buy a machine in that state.
Clean thoroughly
- Wash the bowl, lid, knife and accessories; freshen up discolouration with lemon or vinegar.
- Wipe the base unit with a damp cloth, after unplugging it.
- Clear dust and grease from the vents underneath and at the back.
- Dry everything completely, especially the contact pins on the bowl.
Accessories and documents
| Part | Included? |
|---|---|
| Bowl with knife and lid | Essential |
| Measuring cup | Standard |
| Simmering basket | Standard |
| Butterfly whisk | Standard |
| Spatula | Standard |
| Varoma | Standard |
| Receipt, user manual, original box | Raises the price |
Describe it honestly
State the model, age, condition and any known faults, for example an inaccurate scale or recurring messages. Daylight photos from every side, of the display and of the accessories build trust. If you hide faults, you risk trouble after the sale.
Can I sell it faulty?
Yes. Faulty machines still have value because they can be repaired or used for spare parts. We buy the TM5 and TM6, including faulty ones. We can’t buy locked machines, machines with an active Cookidoo® account or the TM31.
Mixklinik is an independent workshop and is not affiliated with Vorwerk. Thermomix®, Cookidoo®, Varoma® and Cook-Key® are trademarks of the Vorwerk Group. Information given in good faith; your machine’s user manual takes precedence.