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How to Assemble and Use
First select and push a LO or HI power button.
Then push the desired speed button. The
blender will run until you push the OFF button.
The OFF button is also the Ice Breaker
™
/Pulse
button. The blender runs only as long as the but-
ton is pushed. On LO power the blender pulses
and on HI the pulsing action is powerful enough for crushing ice. See “Crushing Ice.”
IMPORTANT:
Your Hamilton Beach
blender jar and cutting blades are sub-
ject to wear during normal use. Always
inspect jar for nicks, chips, or cracks.
Always inspect cutting blades for bro-
ken, cracked, or loose blades. If jar or
cutting blades are damaged, do not
use. Call our toll-free customer service
number to obtain replacement parts.
1.
Make sure blender is unplugged.
Place blender base on clean, dry
surface to keep foreign particles
from being pulled up into motor
during operation.
2.
Place blades in safety base. Fit
gasket over blades. The gasket must
lie flat. Set jar on top of gasket and
screw on safety base.
3.
Make sure the safety base is firmly
screwed onto the jar. If not, it may
loosen later when motor is turned on.
12-Speed Control Panel
First select and push a LO or HI power button. Then push the desired speed but-
ton. When using the PULSE or Ice Breaker
™
buttons the blender will operate only
as long as the button is pushed. The remaining speed buttons will run the blender
until OFF is pushed.
6- and 10-Speed Control Panels
4.
Set jar into place on blender base,
making sure it is securely seated.
(For some models, turn to LOCK as
indicated.) If not, gently rock the jar
until seated.
5.
Plug cord into outlet.
6.
Put ingredients in jar; place lid
on jar. Place hand on lid when
blending thin liquids.
7.
Process food or beverages. See
the “Blending Techniques” section
for speeds and processing tips.
8.
ALWAYS turn blender off and wait
until blades have stopped rotating
before removing jar.
9.
To remove jar after blending is
complete, lift the jar straight up.
(For some models, turn to
UNLOCK as indicated.) If it is not
easily removed, rock gently and lift.
Do not twist.
10.
NEVER replace jar onto unit while
motor is running.
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