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How to assemble and Use
Important:
blender jar and cutting blades are subject to wear
during normal use. Always inspect cutting blades for broken,
cracked or loose blades. If jar-cutting blades are damaged, do
not use. Call our toll-free customer service number to obtain
replacement parts.
• Make sure blender is unplugged. Place blender base on
clean, dry surface from being pulled up into motor during
operation.
• Make sure small gasket is in place on outer rim of blade
assembly. The jar base firmly. The large gasket should be in
place on jar bottom, underneath the wide collar.
• The blade assembly must be screwed into the jar firmly.
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If not, it may loosen when the motor is turned on.
• Set jar into place on blender base, making sure it is securely
seated. If not gently rock the jar seated.
• Plug cord into outlet.
• Put ingredients in jar. Place hand on jar.
• Process food or beverages. Place hand on lid when blending
liquids. Push button on control panel to start blender.
• Always turn blender OFF and wait until blades have stopped
rotating before removing jar.
• To remove jar after blending is complete, lift the jar straight
up. If it is not easily removed, gently rock and lift. Do not
twist.
• Never place jar onto unit while motor is running.
2-Speed
Speeds are 1, 2 and Pulse. Pulse is a controlled cycle operation.
This means it operates only while the button is held down.
All other speeds are continuous cycle operate continuously at
whatever speed is selected until turn the knob counter-clock
wise to the OFF position.
For Continuous Operation
Rest one hand on top the blender jar with lid securely in place.
Rotate knob clock wise desired speed to turn blender on.
For Controlled Cycle Operation
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Rest one hand on top of blender jar with lid securely in place.
Press “pulse” button and hold down for about 2 seconds.
Release button and allow blades to coast to a stop. Repeat
cycles until contents reach desired consistency. Release of the
“Pulse” button turns blender off.
NOTE:
“Pulse” button can be held longer than 2 seconds as
needed.
HINTS FOR BEST USE
• Processing hot foods or liquids in the blender may cause hot
liquid to spurt out when the cover is removed.
Always remove the filler-cap from the cover before blending
hot foods or liquids.
• To add foods when blender is operating remove filler-
cap from container cover and add ingredients through the
opening.
• If using your blender to make salsa or other recipes using
tomatoes, onions and/or other vegetables, you may have
better results using a slower speed function.
• If blending action stops during blending or ingredients stick
to the sides of the jar, turn blender OFF. Remove the cover
and use a rubber spatula to push mixture towards blades.
• Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar.
• Avoid bumping or dropping the blender.
HOW TO CLEAN THE BLENDER
1. Unplug the blender from electrical outlet.
2. To clean jar, Do not unscrew blade assembly from glass jar.
3. Wipe blender base, control panel, and cord with a damp
cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn spots, use a mild, non-
abrasive cleanser.
4. Carefully wash blade assembly, gasket, jar and cover in
hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak.
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Do not wash blade assembly, gasket, plastic jar, or cover in
a dishwasher.
SPECIFICATION:
Power supply: 220-240V/50Hz
Power consumption: 550W
Capacity: 1,5 L
Ecology – Environmental Protection
The “crossed-out trash bin” symbol on electrical
equipment or packaging indicates that the device
cannot be treated as general household waste and
should not be disposed of into containers for such waste.
Obsolete or broken-down electrical device
should be
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delivered to special designated collection points, organized by
local public administration, whose purpose is to collect recy
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clable electrical equipment.
This way, each household helps reduce possible negative
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effects influencing natural environment and allows the
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reclaiming of materials which the product is made of.
Weight: 3,4kg
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