Dualit DBL4, Instruction Manual & Guarantee

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Cause(s) Solution(s)
Odour on first use
1. When new, the blender may emit a ‘new’
smell, this is normal.
1. Continue to use the blender as normal, the smell
will dissappear after a few uses.
The blade is not turning
1. Drive coupling may be damaged. 1. Never lift or shake the jar while in use. If the drive
coupling is sheared then contact the Dualit repairs
department for servicing advise.
2 . The blade may be jammed. The stop light will
continuously flash red.
2. Switch off and unplug the blender, remove the
ingredients that block the blades. You will need to
process the food in smaller batches. Ensure chunks
are no longer than 2cm.
DO’S & DON’TS
Here’s a few simple rules to help you get the most out of your blender.
Do’s Don’ts
1. Add liquid items in the jar first then add solid food
items on top.
1. Do not use the blender jar to store food and do
not store jar in the fridge.
2. Use a combination of blend settings and Auto
Pulse to suit the items being blended.
Auto pulse is ideal for solid items chopping nuts and
for smoothies.
2. Do not over process, the Blender works fast and
most food will blend in seconds.
3. Redistribute the items in the jar as required.
When blending, thick mixtures may stick to
the side of the jar. Always to turn off and unplug
before redistributing
3. Do not use with dough, mashed potato or gluti -
nous mixtures.
4. Cut ingredients into evenly sized chunks for a
more consistent blend.
4. Do not shake or remove the jar while the blender
is operating. Always turn off the
main power, unplug and wait for the blades to fully
stop before taking the jar off the base.
5. Take extra caution when handling and storing the
blades.
5. Do not overfill the jar as this may cause the jar to
leak or stall the motor.
6. Hold the lid down with one hand (gloved if blend-
ing warm items) whilst blending.
6. Do not blend hot or boiling items, allow to cool
below 60oC before adding to the jar & do not blend
over 1L at a time. Use speed setting 1 and do not
use Auto Pulse function.
7. Blend ice immediatly once added to the jar 7. Do not fill above the 2L.
8. Never run the blender empty.
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