IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 12. Blades are sharp; handle carefully—especially when 2. T his appliance is not intended for use by persons (including assembling, disassembling, or cleaning inside blender jar. children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental 13. Do not use a broken, chipped, or cracked blender jar. capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they 14. Do not use broken, cracked, or loose cutting blade assembly. are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the 15. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade assembly appliance by a person responsible for their safety. on base without blender jar properly attached. 3. T o protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put cord, 16. Always operate blender with lid in place. plug, base, or motor in water or other liquid. 17. When blending hot liquids, remove filler-cap of two-piece 4. C lose supervision is necessary when any appliance is used lid and close the edge cover opening intended for pouring. by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure To prevent possible burns: Do not exceed the 3-cup that they do not play with the appliance. (710-ml) level. Hot liquids may push off two-piece lid during 5. Unplug cord from outlet when not in use, before putting on blending; therefore, with the protection of an oven mitt or or taking off parts, and before cleaning. thick towel, place one hand on top of the lid, keep exposed 6. Avoid contact with moving parts. skin away from the lid, and start blending at lowest speed. 7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, 18. Ensure collar on base of blender jar is tight and secure. Injury or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
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Other Consumer Safety Information This appliance is intended for household use only. Use for food If the cutting blade assembly locks and will not move, it will or liquids only. damage the motor. Do not use. Call the toll-free customer service number for information. The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a Do not place blender jar in the freezer filled with food or liquid. longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension This can result in damage to the cutting blade assembly, jar, cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord blender, and possibly result in personal injury. must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care BEFORE FIRST USE: After unpacking blender, wash everything must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not except blender base in hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Wipe drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on blender base with a damp cloth or sponge. DO NOT IMMERSE by children or accidentally tripped over. BASE IN WATER. Care should be taken when handling cutting blade assembly as it is very sharp.
Using.Your.Blender BEFORE FIRST USE: After unpacking the blender, follow the instructions in “Cleaning Your Blender.” IMPORTANT: Your blender jar and cutting blade assembly are subject to wear during normal use. Always inspect jar for nicks, chips, or cracks. Always inspect cutting blade assembly for broken, cracked, or loose blades. If jar or cutting blade assembly is damaged, do not use. Call our toll-free customer service number to obtain replacement parts. WARNING! Burn Hazard: When blending hot liquids, remove filler-cap of two-piece lid and close the edge cover opening intended for pouring. To prevent possible burns: Do not exceed the 3-cup (710-ml) level. Hot liquids may push off two-piece lid during blending; therefore, with the protection of an oven mitt or thick towel, place one hand on top of the lid, keep exposed skin away from the lid, and start blending at lowest Push the desired speed button. speed. When using the PULSE buttons, the blender will only run when the button is held down.
Using.Your.Blender. (cont.) Remove filler-cap and insert stir spoon into hole in lid. Place one hand on top of the lid and use the stir spoon to add ingredients or to move thick mixtures around in blender jar. NOTE: Turn blender OFF before removing filler-cap and when adding the stir spoon. Blender.Tips • To add foods when blender is operating, open hinged pouring cap • D o not try to mash potatoes, mix stiff dough, whip egg whites, and add ingredients through the opening. grind raw meat, or extract juices from fruits and vegetables. • F or best performance, the minimum amount of liquid needed per • Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar. recipe is one cup (8 ounces/237 ml). Add more liquid if food is not • Avoid bumping or dropping the blender when in operation or blending properly. at any time. • I f blending action stops during blending or ingredients stick to sides of the jar, insert stir spoon to help move the mixture around or add more liquid to the blender jar.
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Blending.Drinks TYPE OF DRINK INGREDIENTS NUMBER OF SERVINGS BLENDER SETTING/TIME Fruit Smoothie 1 cup (237 ml) milk 3 to 4 SMOOTHIE setting for 45 seconds or until 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) yogurt (makes 4 cups [946 ml]) blended. 2 cups (473 ml) frozen berries or other fruit Sweetener to taste (optional) Milkshake 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) milk 2 to 3 MIX/MILKSHAKE setting for 5 to 10 seconds 2 large scoops ice cream (makes 3 cups [710 ml]) or LOW until blended. 2 to 3 Tablespoons (15 to 44 ml) flavored syrup Frozen Drink 1 cup (237 ml) drink mix, such as PURÉE/ICY DRINK setting for 45 seconds or Piña Colada mix (makes 2 cups [473 ml]) PULSE 5 times and blend on HIGH for 45 10 ice cubes seconds or until blended. TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: • Always place liquid in blender jar first, then remaining ingredients.
Blending.Food FOOD QUANTITY PREPARATION BLENDING TIME Parmesan Cheese 10 oz. (283 g) 1/2-in. (1.3-cm) chunks 15 seconds Baking Chocolate 2 oz. (57 g) Coarsely chop squares 15 seconds Nuts 1 cup (237 ml) None 5 seconds Chopped Vegetables 2 cups (473 ml) Cut into 1-in. (2.5-cm) pieces, 10 seconds cover with water Cookie or Cracker Crumbs 1 cup (237 ml) Break cookies or crackers 5 seconds into pieces TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: • Use PULSE button with guidelines outlined in chart. • Remove jar from base and shake to redistribute pieces. • P lace jar on base and PULSE a few more times until desired consistency is reached. • Parmesan cheese should remain refrigerated prior to blending.
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Recipes Triple Berry Smoothie Vanilla Milkshake With Mix-Ins 1 cup (237 ml) cranberry-raspberry juice 3/4 cup (177 ml) milk 8 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered 3 large scoops vanilla ice cream (1 1/2 cups [355 ml]) 1/4 cup (59 ml) crushed candy or cookies, optional 6 ounces fresh raspberries (1 1/4 cups [296 ml]) Directions: 4 ounces fresh blueberries (3/4 cup [177 ml]) 1. Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. 1 medium ripe banana, cut into large chunks 2. Cover and blend on HIGH speed until smooth. 1 cup (237 ml) vanilla yogurt 12 ice cubes TEST KITCHEN TIPS: • Always place liquid ingredients in blender first. Directions: • F or best results, crush candy or cookies before adding to 1. Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. milkshake. When milkshake is blended, pour crushed candy or 2. Cover and blend on HIGH until smooth. cookies on top and pulse blender 3 to 4 times to mix. TEST KITCHEN TIP: Try different combinations of fresh berries and Serves: 2–3 juice to make new flavors of smoothies.
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Using.Your.Blender .with.the.Strainer.Assembly BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash all parts in hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Maximum amounts should not exceed 3 cups of fruit (1-inch squares) and 3 cups of liquid. Larger quantities can overload the blender motor and may damage the appliance. NOTE: Add liquids first for best results. NOTE: For best results, cut fruit into 1-inch pieces before placing in strainer. (Maximum amount of fruit should not exceed 3 cups.) Soak dry ingredients, such as soybeans, before placing them in strainer. Make sure lid and filler cap are fully assembled and pushed down tightly on jar. Leave strainer and lid in place while pouring.
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Recipes .with.the.Strainer.Assembly Melon Water Horchata (Rice-Cinnamon Drink) 1/2 cantaloupe or honeydew melon, seeded and diced 1 cup long-grained white rice, soaked (about 3 cups) 1 cup water 3 cups water 2 cups nonfat milk 1/4 cup honey, or to taste 1/4 cup sugar Place the strainer basket into the blender jar and press firmly into 1 tsp vanilla extract place. Place all ingredients into the strainer basket and blend until 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste liquefied, about 1 minute. With lid and strainer basket in place, Preparation: Place the rice in a bowl and pour in enough boiling pour into ice-filled glass or pour into pitcher and chill. water to cover the rice. Cover bowl and place in refrigerator over- night (6–8 hours). Strain the water from rice and rinse well. Place the strainer basket into the blender jar and press firmly into Watermelon Water place. Place water, milk, and soaked rice into blender. Cover and blend until liquefied, about 1 minute. Add sugar, vanilla, and NOTE: Instead of melon you can use strawberries, pineapple, cinnamon. Pulse until sugar is completely dissolved. With lid or mango. and strainer basket in place, pour into ice-filled glass or pour into 3 cups watermelon, seeded and diced pitcher and chill. Will last in the refrigerator for about 3–5 days. 3 cups water Shake well before using. 1/4 cup sugar, or to taste Juice from 2 limes Place the strainer basket into the blender jar and press firmly into place. Place all ingredients into the strainer basket and blend until...
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Recipes .with.the.Strainer.Assembly Almond Milk Soy Milk 2 cups uncooked soybeans 1 cup raw almonds, soaked 3 cups water 4 cups water 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional Preparation: Wash soybeans and remove any stones or other 1/4 cup sugar, or to taste debris. Place soybeans in a container and pour in enough boiling water to cover. Cover container and place in refrigerator to soak at Preparation: Place the almonds in a bowl and pour in enough least 12 hours; stir occasionally. Strain the water from soybeans boiling water to cover the almonds. Cover bowl and place in and rinse. refrigerator overnight (6–8 hours). Strain the water from almonds Place the strainer basket into the blender jar and press firmly into and rinse. place. Place water into the strainer basket with soaked soybeans. Place the strainer basket into the blender jar and press firmly into Cover and blend 1 minute. With lid and strainer basket in place, place. Place water into the strainer basket with soaked almonds. pour into saucepan. Cook over high heat and bring to a full boil. Cover and blend until liquefied, about 1 minute. Add sugar and Allow to boil for 2 minutes, stirring often. Sweeten and flavor if vanilla. Pulse until sugar is completely dissolved. With lid and desired and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. strainer basket in place, pour into ice-filled glass or pour into Place in a pitcher, cover, and refrigerate. Will last in the refrigerator pitcher and chill. Will last in the refrigerator for about 3–5 days. for about 2–3 days. Shake well before using. Shake well before using.
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Using.Food.Chopper.Attachment WARNING Cut Hazard. Ensure unit is off and unplugged before attaching food chopper attachment. Do not plug in and turn on until lid is in position and locked on top of food chopper bowl. Always turn off, unplug, and allow blade to stop spinning before opening lid. Ensure unit is in off position before plugging into outlet.
Food.Processing.Chart TO MAKE INSTRUCTION Bread, crumbs Tear bread slices (max. 3) into 6 pieces. Cheese, Parmesan Cut into 1/2-inch (1.2-cm) cubes. Process 1/2 cup (118 ml) of cubes at a time. Chocolate, baking Cut into 1/2-inch (1.2-cm) cubes. Do not process more than 4 oz. (113 g) at a time. Cookie, crumbs Break into pieces. Use up to 2 cups (473 ml) of pieces. Fruit, chopped Cut fruit into large chunks. Place up to 2 cups (473 ml) pieces into chopper. Garlic, minced Peel and then process 1 or more cloves at a time. Graham Cracker, crumbs Break into 4 pieces. Place up to 6 crackers in chopper at a time. Herbs, chopped Place up to 1 cup (237 ml) in chopper. Meat, ground Cut into 1/2-inch (1.2-cm) cubes. Process 8 oz. (227 g) of cubes at a time. Nuts, chopped Place up to 1 cup (237 ml) in chopper. Parsley, chopped or minced Pinch off sprigs from bunch. Vegetables, chopped or minced Cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks. Place up to 2 cups (473 ml) in chopper at a time. NOTE: Quantities listed above are the recommended maximum. Depending on the food type, smaller amounts may improve chopping performance.
Cleaning.Your.Blender WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, base, or motor in water or other liquid. Wipe blender base, control panel, and cord with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn spots, use a mild, nonabrasive cleanser. EASY CLEAN To Easy Clean, pour 2 cups (473 ml) warm water in jar and add 1 drop liquid dishwashing detergent. Run the blender on EASYCLEAN for 10 seconds. Discard soapy water. Rinse with clean water. This function is not a substitute for regular cleaning as instructed in “Cleaning Your Blender.” This function should never be used when blending any mixture contain- ing eggs, milk, or any other dairy products, DISHWASHER-SAFE meats, or seafood. The Easy Clean function should only be Carefully wash jar with blades, DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. used to rinse the blender between batches lid, filler cap, and strainer in hot, “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product. Parts may of processing the same food. When the also be washed with hot, soapy water. Care should be taken when soapy water. Rinse and dry processing of a single type of food is fin- handling the cutting blade assembly as it is very sharp. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. ished, the blender should be disassembled thoroughly. Do not soak. and thoroughly cleaned as instructed in “Cleaning Your Blender.”...