INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing this Lakeland Compact Blender. Soups, sauces, milkshakes, dips and purees are all
blended to velvety smoothness, and this handy-sized blender will also chop ingredients such as breadcrumbs,
nuts, vegetables and meat. Please take a few moments to read these instructions before using your blender for
the first time, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
FEATURES
1.
Lid with opening
2.
800ml glass jug
3.
Jug base with stainless steel blades
4.
Power unit
5.
Pulse button
6.
Speed selector
Working capacity: 800ml
Operating voltage: 220-240V~50/60Hz
Power: 300W
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this blender, please follow these basic safety precautions.
1.
Please read all instructions before using.
2.
Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the appliance.
3.
This blender is for household use only. It is not suitable for commercial use, or for use outdoors. It must
only be used for its intended purpose.
4.
Place the blender on a flat, dry surface. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the worktop or
table, or touch hot surfaces, such as stovetops. This appliance should not be used with an extension cable.
5.
To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the power unit, cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Never
allow the cord or plug to get wet. Do not touch with wet hands.
6.
Always switch off and unplug the blender before adding or removing parts, when not in use and before
cleaning. Grasp the plug, not the cord.
7.
Before switching on the blender, make sure the jug is correctly positioned and the lid is securely on.
8.
The blender will only work when the jug is placed on the power unit. Do not switch the blender on if the
jug is empty.
9.
The blades are extremely sharp; please take great care when emptying and cleaning the jug. Never put
your hands or any utensils inside the jug when the blender is plugged in.
10.
Let hot liquids such as soups cool to room temperature before blending. Never blend hot liquids.
11.
Using attachments not supplied by the manufacturer may lead to electric shock, fire or injury.
12.
The blender is not intended for use by children or infirm people unless they have been adequately
supervised by a responsible person to ensure they can use it safely. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with the blender. It must not be left unattended during use.
13.
Do not use the blender if the power cord or plug show any signs of damage, or if the appliance is dropped,
damaged or working incorrectly. Call the helpline on 015394 88100 to arrange a repair by an authorised
repairer, or a replacement. Never try to repair the blender yourself as this may cause electric shock.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Carefully unpack the blender and remove any packaging. Please see CARE AND CLEANING for instructions
on cleaning the blender before preparing food.
USING YOUR BLENDER
This compact blender has been designed for soups, sauces, batter, milkshakes, smoothies and more. It will
puree fruit and cooked vegetables; mix pâtés and dips; chop breadcrumbs, nuts, vegetables and meat; and
crush ice. There are two speed settings and a pulse feature which gives an instant burst of extra power, and will
also crush ice.
1.
Place your ingredients inside the blender jug, taking care not to fill above 800ml. Some liquid should
always be added to dry/solid ingredients and also when crushing ice. Let soups, sauces and cooked foods
cool to room temperature before blending.
2.
Press the lid onto the jug. The small opening in the lid is useful for drip-feeding small quantities of liquid or
oil as you blend.
3.
Make sure the power unit is switched off and unplugged. Carefully place the jug onto the power unit. Plug
into the mains socket.
4.
Placing your hand on top of the jug lid, over the opening, switch on the blender by turning the using the
speed selector knob. Select 1 for low speed and 2 for high speed. Select P for pulse.
5.
When the food is processed, switch off the blender.
6.
Wait until the blades have stopped rotating, then unplug before lifting off the jug, emptying and cleaning.
Lift the jug straight up; do not twist. PLEASE NOTE: food should not be stored in the jug after blending.
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