Caring for the Blender
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem . . . | Solution . . . | |
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Blender fails to start | • | Check to see if unit is securely plugged into an electric outlet. |
or stops while it is | • | Check to see if the fuse for the electric outlet has blown or if a |
running and cannot |
| circuit breaker has tripped. |
be restarted | • | Check to see if jar is securely seated on the base. |
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| • | Check to see if cover is completely lowered onto jar. |
| • | Unplug unit and check to see if blades are obstructed by anything |
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| and if so, remove obstruction and allow unit to cool. |
| • | Reset speed control at “0” and try again. |
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Ingredients will not mix | • | Check to see if enough liquid has been added to the ingredients. |
properly |
| Mixture should be fluid and |
| • | Solid pieces are too large. Pieces should not exceed 1″ cubes. |
| • | Jar is too full. Do not fill past highest graduation marking. |
| • | Cutter blades are not sharp or are damaged. Inspect jar and cutter |
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| assembly daily. Replace jar and cutter assembly at least every |
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| 12 months or when damaged. |
| • Check to see if cutter assembly is tightened properly. | |
| • | Adjust Speed control 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 jar from the base, and then inspect the jar and |
| cutter assembly for wear, nicks, and loose or broken blades. Replace if necessary. |
| See “Replacement Parts” below. Ensure that the cutter assembly is tightened properly. |
Weekly | Unplug the blender, and then inspect the power cord insulation and power plug for |
| cracks. Refer to “Requesting Assistance or Service” for repair or replacement. |
Yearly | Perform “Blender Checks” on page 5 to check the safety features of the blender. |
| Replace the jar and cutter assembly at least once a year. See “Replacement Parts” |
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Replacement Parts
Refer to “Requesting Assistance or Service” to order parts below.
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Description | Part Number | |
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1 gallon Polysulfone jar with cutter assembly | ||
823143 | ||
1 gallon Polysulfone jar without cutter assembly | ||
823252 | ||
Cutter assembly without jar | ||
823140 | ||
Cover | ||
823167 | ||
Dosing cup | ||
823144 | ||
Jar supports | ||
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