| 1 | Batch capacity and output | Confirm rated batch size, mixing time, and expected batches per hour for the intended recipe and operating conditions. | A written capacity specification and a product test using a comparable batch size. | Capacity claims may depend on dough consistency, batch size, and operator workflow. |
| 2 | Mixer design and mixing action | Ask how the machine mixes cooked cassava, yam, plantain, or other inputs, and whether its design suits the desired fufu texture. | A demonstration video or witnessed trial using the buyer's target product. | Mixing mechanism and recipe conditions affect texture, consistency, and processing time. |
| 3 | Food-contact materials | Identify the materials and finishes of all surfaces that contact food, including the bowl, mixing parts, and seals. | Material specifications and applicable food-contact documentation for the destination market. | Food-contact requirements vary by market; documentation should match the buyer's jurisdiction and use. |
| 4 | Motor and electrical compatibility | Check rated power, voltage, frequency, phase, plug or terminal arrangement, and starting-current requirements. | Nameplate details, wiring diagram, and written confirmation of the requested electrical configuration. | Electrical systems differ between markets; incompatibility can require extra equipment or prevent operation. |
| 5 | Cleaning and sanitation | Determine which parts can be removed, how food-contact areas are accessed, and whether cleaning requires special tools. | Cleaning instructions, component diagrams, and details on removable parts and seals. | Accessible, clearly documented cleaning procedures support hygienic operation and reduce downtime. |
| 6 | Operator safety | Review guards, covers, emergency stops, interlocks, moving-part hazards, and the instructions supplied with the machine. | Safety documentation, operating manual, and details of applicable conformity assessment for the destination market. | Required safeguards and conformity obligations depend on the machine and the importing jurisdiction. |
| 7 | Build quality and maintainability | Inspect frame construction, access to service points, component identification, and expected maintenance tasks. | Parts list, maintenance schedule, equipment drawings, and service instructions. | Clear maintenance information helps buyers plan routine service and assess long-term operating needs. |
| 8 | Spare parts and technical support | Ask which wear parts are stocked, how they are identified, and how remote troubleshooting or local servicing is arranged. | Spare-parts list with part numbers, availability details, and support response arrangements. | Parts availability and support arrangements affect repair planning, particularly for overseas buyers. |
| 9 | Warranty and service terms | Clarify warranty duration, covered components, exclusions, claim process, and who pays shipping or labor for repairs. | Written warranty terms and the procedure for submitting a service or parts claim. | Written terms make coverage and buyer responsibilities easier to compare before purchase. |
| 10 | Export, packaging, and landed cost | Confirm packing dimensions and weight, shipment terms, documentation, lead time, and which charges are excluded from the quotation. | Itemized quotation, packing details, proposed shipping terms, and a list of export documents provided. | The machine price alone does not establish total delivered cost; import charges and logistics vary by destination. |