Troubleshooting Guide
Problem . . . | Solution . . . |
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Blender fails to start | • Check to see if unit is securely plugged into an electric outlet of the proper |
or stops while it is | voltage and frequency. |
running. | • 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 Service. |
| • 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. |
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Ingredients will not mix | • Check to see if enough liquid has been added to the ingredients. Mixture should |
properly | be fluid and |
| • 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. |
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Maintenance
Inspect the blender and its various parts and replace as follows:
Daily | 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 “Replacement Parts”. |
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Weekly | Unplug the blender, and then inspect the power cord insulation and power plug for cracks. |
| Refer to “Technical Service” 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 “Replacing the |
| Cutter Assembly” for details. |
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