Hamilton Beach HBF500, Operation Manual

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Problem . . . Solution . . .
Ingredients will not
mix properly.
• Check to see if enough liquid has been added to the ingredients. Mixture should
be fluid and free-running at all times.
• Solid pieces are too large.
• Container is too full. Do not fill past highest graduation marking.
• Cutter assembly blades are not sharp or are damaged. Inspect container and
cutter assembly daily. Replace cutter assembly at least yearly or sooner if cutter
assembly appears worn or damaged.
• Check to see if cutter assembly is installed properly.
• Select speed to create a fluid blend.
Troubleshooting Guide
Blender fails to start
or stops while it is
running.
• Check to see if unit is securely plugged into an electric outlet of the proper
voltage and frequency.
• Check to see if the fuse for the electric outlet has blown or if a circuit breaker
has tripped.
• Check the integrated circuit breaker on the bottom of the blender base. If it trips
again immediately or frequently, contact Technical Services.
• Thermal overload protection has been tripped. Allow unit to cool.
• The motor is overheating. Try mixing smaller batches or running for shorter cycle
times. Allow motor to cool between batches.
Unplug the blender and remove the container from the base, and then inspect the
container and cutter assembly for wear, nicks, and broken or loose blades. Replace if
necessary. If the blades are loose, discontinue use immediately and replace the blades.
Do not attempt to repair or tighten the cutter assembly. See page 25 for details.
Unplug the blender, and then inspect the power cord insulation and power plug for
cracks. Refer to “Technical Services” for repair or replacement. Remove container from
blender base. Inspect the cutter assembly by rotating the drive end of the cutter assembly
by hand. It should turn smoothly. If it does not, replace the cutter assembly. See page 25
for details.
Inspect the blender and its various parts and replace as follows:
Daily
Weekly
Maintenance