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IMPORTANT
During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and/or a slight odor.
This is normal and should quickly disappear. It will not recur after appliance has been
used a few more times.
BEFORE USING
1. Carefully unpack the blender and all parts. Remove all packaging materials,
including any stickers or labels.
2. Wash the glass jar, blade assembly and two-piece lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE BASE (MOTOR HOUSING) IN
WATER.
3. Care should be taken when cleaning the blades, as the blades are sharp.
4. Wipe exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust particles
collected during packing and handling.
ASSEMBLING THE BLENDER
1. Position the motor base on a dry, level surface such as a countertop or table. Be
sure the power cord is unplugged.
2. If the blender was disassembled for cleaning, replace the sealing gasket on the
blade assembly, making sure all edges have been pressed down.
3. Insert the threaded end of the glass jar into the cutting blade assembly and turn
clockwise to tighten.
4. Position the jar on the motor base by aligning two of the dots on the cutting blade
assembly with the dots on the motor housing and turn clockwise to lock in place.
5. It is recommended to operate this appliance on a separate outlet and circuit from
other appliances to avoid overloading the circuit.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
HOW TO USE
WARNING: ALWAYS unplug the blender before assembling, disassembling, cleaning or
storing.
1. Position the base on a dry, flat and level surface.
2. Add food or liquid into the blender, but do no overload. This blender is meant to
process or blend regular, small quantities of food.
3. Press the blender lid firmly into place. Insert the clear inner portion of the two-piece
lid into the center of the lid. Align the two tabs of the clear inner portion with the two
slots on the lid. Turn clockwise to secure in place.
CAUTION: NEVER operate the blender without the lid placed on the glass jar.
4. Plug the power cord into a household power outlet.
5. The OFF/PULSE button will turn off the blender or operate the PULSE function.
6. Press one of the function buttons to select the desired function and speed setting.
DO NOT OVER PROCESS. To stop the blending action, press the OFF button.
7. Before removing the lid or the jar from the base, wait for the cutting blade to stop
rotating. To remove the jar from the base, grasp the jar handle.