AMERICANA EPB399 Series User manual

16OZ. PERSONAL
DRINK BLENDER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
POLARIZED PLUG
BEFORE FIRST USE
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
HOW TO USE
BLENDING TIPS
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
RECIPES - DRINKS
RECIPES - DRESSINGS
RECIPES - SAUCES
WARRANTY POLICY
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and
manufactured with our valued consumers’ safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that
you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all
instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed as below:
13. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may damage the
appliance and/or lead to personal
injury.
14. THE CUTTING BLADES ARE
EXTREMELY SHARP, HANDLE THEM
WITH CAUTION!
15. KEEP THE CUTTING BLADES AWAY
FROM CHILDREN.
16. Oversized foods or metal utensils
must not be inserted in the
appliance as they may cause a re
or risk of an electrical shock.
17. Avoid contact with moving parts
(e.g. the cutting blades) while the
product is in use. Keep all body
parts and utensils out of jar while
blending or while the power cord
is plugged into the electrical outlet
to reduce the risk of severe injury to
person or damaged to the blender.
A scraper may be used but must be
used only when the blender is not
running.
18. Do not clean with metal scouring
pads. Pieces can break off of the pad
and touch electrical parts, which
causes a risk of electrical shock.
19. To disconnect the power cord from
the electrical outlet, pull directly
from the plug; do not pull from the
cord.
20. Do not attempt to examine or
repair this product yourself. Only
authorized service personnel should
perform servicing.
1. Read all instructions.
2. Wash all parts before rst use.
3. To avoid the risk of an electrical
shock never immerse the base,
power cord or plug of the blender in
water or any other liquid.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in
use, before putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning.
5. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED THAT
CHILDREN OPERATE THIS
APPLIANCE. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is
used near children.
6. Do not leave the product
unattended while it is in use.
7. Always wait until the blades have
stopped spinning before
unplugging the product from the
electrical outlet.
8. Do not let the power cord hang over
the edge of your counter or table or
touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to
the nearest authorized service
facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. Do not use this product to process
hot liquids or ingredients.
11. Do not use the product for other
than its intended use.
12. Always place the product on a at,
level, stable surface.

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21. Do not operate outdoors.
22. Always operate blender with the lid
rmly in place.
23. Do not attempt to bypass the safety
mechanism integrated into this
appliance.
24. Do not place any part of this
appliance in a microwave, over a
stove, or into a heated oven.
25. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven.
26. To disconnect, turn the control to
OFF, then remove plug from wall
outlet.
27. Keep hands and utensils out of
container while blending to reduce
the risk of severe injury to persons
or damage to the blender. A scraper
may be used but must be used only
when the blender is not running.
28. The use of attachments, including
canning jars, not recommended by
the manufacturer may cause a risk of
injury to persons.
29. This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge, unless they
are closely supervised and instructed
concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near chil-
dren. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Exception: This appliance is not
intended for use by children or by
persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge.
Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used near children.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
Note: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord.
Longer power-supply cords or extension cords may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension
cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)

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POLARIZED PLUG
If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other), please follow the below instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to
t into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to t
the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Never use
the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully
inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the
product or any extension cord being used with this product.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Carefully unpack the personal blender and all parts.
Remove all packaging materials, including any stickers or
labels.
2. Wash the cups, lids and blade in warm soapy water.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE BASE (MOTOR HOUSING) IN
WATER.
3. Care should be taken when cleaning the blades, as the
blades are sharp.
4. Position the personal blender base on a dry, level,
heat-resistant surface and assemble according to
instructions.
5. It is recommended to operate this appliance on a
separate outlet and circuit from other appliances to avoid
overloading the circuit.
CAUTION:
Handle the blade
assembly with caution
as the blades are
extremely sharp. Also,
use caution cleaning
the Blade assembly.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
HOW TO USE
ALWAYS unplug the personal blender before assembling,
disassembling, cleaning or storing.
1. Place the ingredients into blender cup. DO NOT OVERFILL.
2. Place the blade assembly onto the blender cup and turn
clockwise to lock into place.
3. Turn the cup upside down so that the blade assembly is
on the bottom. Attach the assembled cup by turning it
clockwise to lock into place.
4. Insert the plug into power socket, then press down the
power switch to operate the blender. Hold for continuous
operation or press and release to “Pulse”. Hold the base
while blending to stabilize. The glass cup can be heavy
and cause slight shaking depending on the ingredients.
NOTE:
Never use hot liquids
or run the appliance
when empty.
The cup assembly
must be locked in
order to operate.
Locking the assembly
activates a safety
switch built into the
base.
Do not operate the
blender for more than
60 seconds at a time.
Let it rest for at least
60 seconds between
each operation.
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CAUTION:
To prevent severe
personal injury, never
insert hands or
utensils into the
blender while it is in
operation.
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HOW TO USE (cont.)
5. To stop precessing, simply let go of the power switch.
Unplug power cord from outlet. Wait until the blades stop
completely before removing the cup assembly by turning
it counter-clockwise to unlock it from the base.
6. Remove the blade assembly then place the spill-proof lid
or drinking lid on the cup to serve.
BLENDING TIPS
CAUTION:
The product is
not intended for
blending hot liquids.
This product is
not intended for
blending frozen
solid ingredients.
It is recommended
to chop ingredients
into smaller portions
before freezing,
and then allowing
the ingredients to
thaw slightly before
mixing. Large frozen
solid ingredients may
damage the glass
cup. Crushed ice is
recommended instead
of solid ice cubes. For
liquid ingredients,
do not ll the cup
pass the maximum
capacity. Overlling
the cups could
result in spillage,
causing burns and/
or property/product
damage. A maximum
of 3/4 of the capacity
is recommended.
1. When blending ice cubes, use up to ve cubes at a time.
Pulse to break up the ice into small pieces before continu-
ing.
2. Do not use the blender for mashing or grinding heavy
foods (e.g., potatoes or meats) or to stir thick mixtures
(e.g., dough). It cannot whip egg whites or substitute dairy
toppings.
3. Pour liquid ingredients into the blending cup rst unless a
particular recipe says otherwise.
4. Cut all fruits or vegetables into smaller pieces that are
approximately 3/4-inch to 1-inch.
5. Do not overll the blending cup.
6. If the blades are not operating smoothly, stop the blender
and add some liquid, or reduce the solid contents in the
cup.
7. Do not process hard foods such as crackers or meat.
8. A maximum of 12 tablespoons (180ml) of coffee beans
can be ground at a time.
9. If blending action stops during blending or ingredients
stick to sides of the jar, turn blender OFF, remove the lid
from the jar, and use a rubber spatula to push mixture
toward blades.
10. Do not process hot foods or liquids in blender.
11. Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar.
12. Avoid bumping or dropping the blender.
13. ALWAYS TURN THE BLENDER OFF, WAIT UNTIL THE
BLADES HAVE STOPPED SPINNING, AND UNPLUG THE
POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE
DISLODGING ANY FOOD THAT MAY HAVE GOTTEN STUCK.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To avoid the risk of electrical shock, always ensure the product is
unplugged from the electrical outlet before assembling, disassembling, relocating,
servicing, or cleaning it.
WARNING: Handle the blade assembly with care as the blades are extremely sharp.
Use caution when attaching, detaching, cleaning, or storing blade assembly.
• Always clean the product immediately after each use.
• Wash all parts except the Blender Base in warm, soapy water; rinse, and dry
thoroughly.
• Clean the Base by wiping it with a damp cloth. To avoid damage to the
product, DO NOT immerse the Base into water or any other liquids.
• To avoid damage to the product, do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads
to clean the product parts.
• Make sure product is thoroughly dry before storing in a cool, dry place.
Auto Clean Feature for jar and blade assembly:
• Pour a little warm dishwashing liquid into the cup with 1/4 cup water and press
the power switch in a pulsing action.
• Remove the cup and rinse under running water.
• Wipe the outer surface of the Base with a damp cloth, do not use abrasive
cleansers. Never immerse Blender Base in water for cleaning.
• Dry all parts and then replace them.
RECIPES - DRINKS
BANANA STRAWBERRY SHAKE
½ lb. chopped semi-frozen strawberries
1 frozen chopped frozen banana
1-2 cups fresh apple juice
- Blend all together in a blender until smooth.
BLACK COW
2 scoops vanilla ice cream
10 oz root beer
1 tbsp chocolate syrup
1 1/2 oz whipped cream
maraschino cherries
- Pour root beer over ice cream and chocolate syrup in a large tumbler glass. Garnish
with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry. Serve with a straw and a long spoon.
HAWAIIAN ISLAND SURFER
4 oz orange sherbet
2 oz pineapple juice
1 oz coconut cream
- Blend with half a glassful of crushed ice in a wine goblet. Garnish with fruit and serve.

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RECIPES - DRINKS (cont.)
PINK PANTHER SHAKE
2 cups milk
6 tbsp. raspberry jam
3 - 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Place all ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth. Garnish with berries.
KIWI & PAPAYA TROPICAL SHAKE
3 kiwis
1/2 seeded and sliced papaya
1 cup of mango yogurt
½ cup of orange juice
- Blend all together in a blender until smooth.
AVOCADO SHAKE
1 liter milk
2 - 3 halved and peeled avocados
1/2 cup sugar
- Blend all together in a blender until smooth.
MAGIC ISLAND
3 oz pineapple juice
1 oz grapefruit juice
1 oz coconut cream
1/2 oz whipping cream
1 tsp grenadine syrup
- Blend all together in a blender until smooth.
ORANGE JULIUS
6 oz frozen orange juice
½ cup milk
½ cup water
½ cup crushed ice
4 tbsp. sugar
½ tbsp. vanilla extract
- Blend all together in a blender until smooth.
RECIPES - DRESSINGS
CITRUS POPPY SEED DRESSING
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp sugar
3 to 4 Tbsp half & half
1 tsp poppy seed
1 tsp grated lime or orange peel
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate before serving.

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RECIPES - DRESSINGS (cont.)
CITRUS POPPY SEED DRESSING
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp sugar
3 to 4 Tbsp half & half
1 tsp poppy seed
1 tsp grated lime or orange peel
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate before serving.
APPLE VINAIGRETTE
1/2 cup chopped at-leaf parsley 1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup apple juice
3 whole fresh basil leaves 1 tsp honey
3/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- Combine parsley, vinegar, olive oil, apple juice, basil, honey, salt, dry mustard and
pepper in blender and process until smooth.
CREAMY ASIAN SALAD DRESSING
3 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp sesame seed oil
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate before serving.
HONEY DIJON MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp salt or taste
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper or to taste
1/2 cup vegetable oil
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate before serving.
GREEN CHILI & CILANTRO DRESSING
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles 1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp honey 4 drops hot pepper sauce
1/8 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate before serving.

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RECIPES - SAUCES
PESTO SAUCE
4 1/2 cups packed basil leaves, stems removed
1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
3 tbsp pine nuts, toasted
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tbsp freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tbsp freshly grated pecorino Romano cheese
- Blend all ingredients except the cheese together in a blender until smooth. Then fold in
cheese afterwards.
HERBED MUSTARD SAUCE
1/4 cup evaporated milk (not sweetened condensed), chilled in freezer for 10 min.
1/4 cup tarragon vinegar
2 Tbsp grainy Dijon mustard
1/2 cup vegetable or olive oil
2 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon
1 shallot, nely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
- Blend all together in blender until smooth.
MANGO SALSA
1 ripe mango, diced
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 tbsp fresh lime juice or white wine vinegar
1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander or parsley
Salt & pepper
Pinch hot pepper akes
- Chop all together in blender until coarsely chopped.
CAROLINA’S HONEY BBQ SAUCE
1 cup ketchup
1 cup vinegar
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup honey
1 tsp liquid smoke
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp Tabasco pepper sauce
- Blend all together in blender until smooth. Then transfer to saucepan and heat until
sauce thickens. DO NOT transfer back to blender to mix.

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LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR
WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE OF PURCHASE.
If you have any problems with this unit, contact Customer Service for support.
1. Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any
manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded.
This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
2. Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in
any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
3. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give
you years of satisfactory service.
4. At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be
defective during the warranty period.
5. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the
one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
6. Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service
Center.
7. This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states
plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial
use, improper assembly or installation of product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care
and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.
- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass,
scratched/dented inner pots.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Acts of nature such as re, oods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
8. This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Maxi-Matic, USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the
breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable
law, any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose is limited in
time to the duration of the warranty.
*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia,
excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product
usage which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this
warranty. For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you
are entitled which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction.
**Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
A. Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be
processed accordingly by rst contacting customer service to obtain an
RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of
merchandise without an applicable RA #.
B. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your
following these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic,
USA:
1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable
box with sufcient cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
a) Your name, full address with zip code, daytime tele
phone number, and RA#,
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) The model number of the unit and the problem you
are having (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to
the unit before the box is sealed,) and
d) Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
3. Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS
ground service for tracking purposes. We cannot assume
responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us
during incoming shipment. For your protection, always carefully
package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier.
C.O.D shipments cannot be accepted.
4. All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5. Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic,
USA will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or
workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph B.
6. Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or
replacement product back to you.

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