How to Assemble and Use
IMPORTANT: Your Hamilton Beach blender jar and cutting blades are subject to wear during normal use. Always inspect jar for nicks, chips or cracks. Always inspect cutting blades for broken, cracked or loose blades. If jar or cutting blades are damaged, do not use. Call our
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 retaining ring. Fit gasket over blades. The gasket must lie flat. Set jar on top of gasket and screw on retaining ring.
3.Make sure the retaining ring is firmly screwed onto the jar. If not, it may loosen later when motor is turned on.
4.Set jar into place on blender base, making sure it is securely seated. If not, gently rock the jar until seated.
5.Plug cord into outlet.
6.Put ingredients in jar, place lid on jar.
7.Process food or beverages. Place hand on lid when blending liquids. See “Blending Techniques” and “Hints for Best Use” for suggestions 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. If it is not easily removed, rock gently and lift. Do not twist.
10.NEVER replace jar onto unit while motor is running.
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
•To add foods when blender is operating, remove
•If blending action stops during blending or ingredients stick to sides
of the jar, turn blender OFF. Remove cover and use a rubber spatula to push mixture toward blades.
•Do not try to mash potatoes, mix stiff dough, whip egg whites, grind raw meat, or extract juices from fruits and vegetables. The blender is not made to perform these tasks.
•Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar.
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