Operation
Setup and Operation Checks
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
wWARNING
Cut Hazard
Always lower cover onto jar before operating blender.
Do not put spoon or other utensils in jar when blending.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in broken bones or cuts.
Setup
To prepare the blender before blending, complete the following steps:
1.Make sure the blender is unplugged and the Speed control is set to “0”.
2.Remove the jar from the base and inspect the jar and cutter assembly for wear, nicks, and loose or broken blades. Replace if necessary. See “Replacement Parts.”
3.Raise the cover holder until it snaps into the raised position, and then slide the cover into the cover holder so the cover rests in the cover holder.
4.Place the jar onto the blender base so it rests firmly on the four jar supports.
5.Lower the cover onto the jar.
6.Insert the dosing cup into the cover opening and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Blender Checks
To check the blender’s safety features, complete the following steps:
1.Plug blender into a grounded receptacle.
2.Set the Speed control to the maximum speed position. With the blender running, raise the cover/cover holder and confirm
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Cover holder
First raised position
Jar
Jar supports
that when the cover is raised approximate- ly 11⁄4″ (30mm), the blender cutter stops rotating within 4 seconds.
3.Remove the jar and lower the cover holder to the first raised position. Set the Speed control to “2” and verify that the blender has not started.
NOTE: If the blender does not perform correctly in either of the two previous steps, do not operate the blender and refer to “Requesting Assistance or Service.”
4.Unplug the blender.
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