Back to Basics Blender Solution 5500 User manual

Blender Solution™ 5000
BACK TO BASICS
®
User’s Guide
Manuel d’utilisation
© Back To Basics Products, Inc.
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BLENDER SOLUTION™ 5000
Congratulations! We hope you enjoy your new Back to Basics® Blender Solu-
tion™ 5000. The Blender Solution™ is designed for endless blending and chop-
ping possibilities and easy clean-up capabilities. The Blender Solution™ has
been designed with three speeds (low, medium, and high), as well as a pulse
function that lets you purée, blend, mix, chop and liquefy your favorite fresh
ingredients to make gourmet soups, homemade salsas, icy cocktails, thick and
delicious frozen smoothies and shakes, baby food and more.
The Blender Solution™ is two appliances combined into one.
• Use the Blender Attachment to make gourmet soups, to
smoothly blend creamy salad dressings, to puree baby food,
salsa or to mix batters for homemade multigrain pancakes and
waffles.
• Use the Smoothie Maker Attachments to quickly and easily
blend and dispense perfect fruit smoothies, icy cocktails, frozen
coffee and thick shakes.
The powerful 500-watt/700-watt pulse power motor, specially-designed stain-
less steel blades and 3-speed operation work together to precisely blend and
chop all types of ingredients for exact recipe specifications. The smoothie mak-
er blade base has been specifically designed with heavy stainless steel blades
to easily crush ice and frozen fruit. The blender blade base also can be used to
make smoothies and other frozen drinks. Both are built to accommodate the
revolutionary stir stick, which when rotated counter-clockwise, increases blend-
ing efficiency. The 48-ounce glass mixing jar has a spill-proof pour spout and is
dishwasher-safe.
Enjoy!
INTRODUCTION
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Back to Basics Products, Inc., warrants your new Blender Solution™ 5000 to
be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal household
use for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. During this period, such
defects will be repaired or the product replaced at Back to Basics'® discretion
without charge. This warranty does not cover exterior or interior finish or
damage caused by misuse, accident or negligence.
A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required
before warranty service is rendered. Please fill out and return the warranty
registration card located on page 19.
If a problem with this houseware item develops during or after the warranty
period, please contact Back to Basics Products, Inc. for service.
If service is required:
• Send a brief letter explaining the problem. Be sure to include your
name, address, and phone number.
• For faster service, call 1.800.688.1989 or e-mail:
[email protected].
• Most service problems are resolved with the replacement of a part. If
this is not the case, we will give you instructions for returning the unit.
Any appliance submitted for repair must be sent (transportation charges
prepaid) to:
Back to Basics Products, Inc.
675 West 14600 South
Bluffdale, UT 84065
If you have any questions concerning the use or care of this product, or
comments regarding your experience with the product, please write a letter
explaining the nature of your concern.
WARRANTY
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Blender Solution™ 5000 Parts
QUICK REFERENCE
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Motor Base
Glass Mixing Container
Lid
Stir Stick
Mixing Container Gasket
Blender Blade Base
Smoothie Blade Base
Dispensing Valve
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WARNING
WARNING: This appliance is not a toy. Close adult supervision is
necessary when used by or near children. Please do not leave this
unit unattended with children.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed:
• Read all instructions.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put cord, plug
or motor in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
• Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use, before putting
on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• Make sure appliance is OFF when not in use, before putting on
or taking of parts, and before cleaning.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged
in any manner. Return appliance to Back to Basics for
examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• The use of attachments, including canning jars, not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury
to persons.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
• Do not use this appliance for other than it’s intended use.
• Keep hands and utensils (other than included stir stick) out
of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the appliance. A scraper may be used
but must be used only when the blender is not running.
• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades
on base without jar properly attached.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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• Always operate blender with lid in place.
• When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece lid.
• Keep hands and utensils out of container to reduce the risk of
injury to persons or damage to the mixer.
• Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use.
• Never add ingredients to container while appliance is operating.
• Container must be properly in place before operating appliance.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by
Back to Basics may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in a
heated oven.
• Turn off machine before removing the mixing container from the
base and before placing the mixing container on the base.
• Do not run motor without mixing container properly attached to
motor base or when mixing container is empty.
• Do not blend excessively hot liquids. Never pour boiling water
into the mixing container.
• Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use.
• To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never pull on
cord to disconnect.
• Never leave the house while the appliance is on.
• A short cord set is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in use.
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the counter top where it can be tripped over or pulled
by children.
• After running the motor continuously for three minutes, wait at
least five minutes before running the motor again.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce risk of electric shock, this plug will fit
into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not modify the appliance plug in
any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Use and Care (Assembly)
To use your Blender Solution™ 5000, begin by assembling the glass mixing jar.
1. Position the rubber gasket down onto the circular flat surface in the
plastic blender or smoothie blade base.
2. Place the bottom threaded section of the glass mixing jar down into the plastic
blade base. Engage threads by twisting the blade base clockwise until tight-
ened onto the jar. Make sure that the blade base is tightly fastened to the jar
and that the rubber gasket is properly compressed between the jar and the
plastic blade base.
3. Push the lid onto the top of the mixing jar. Place the clear lid cap in the center
of the lid or place the stir stick through the center of the lid.
4. Place the mixing jar onto the motor base so that the bottom of the blade base
is sitting flat on the motor base.
5. Plug in the cord. Your Blender Solution™ 5000 is now ready to use!
Glass Mixing Jar
Lid
Rubber Gasket
Blender Blade Base
Clear Lid Cover
ASSEMBLY
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BLENDER OPERATION
1. Assemble the blender blade base onto the glass mixing jar.
2. Add ingredients to the mixing jar and replace the lid. You may add more
ingredients through the hole in the center of the lid. (Note: Add liquid
ingredients first, then add frozen or solid ingredients. This will prevent
excessive wear and stress on the motor). Cover the hole with the clear lid
cap or stir stick during operation.
3. TO START BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending the ingredients on the
dial switch and then press the ON button.
4. TO STOP BLENDING: To stop the blending process, push the OFF button.
5. PULSE MODE: The PULSE button allows you to create short bursts of
power. To use the PULSE function, repeatedly push and release the PULSE
button. The PULSE function should be used in the initial stage of blending
ice and frozen ingredients for smoothies and other frozen drinks. The
PULSE function should also be used to break apart larger pieces of food or
to control the texture of food when chunkier results are desired.
BLENDER SOLUTION™ 5000 CONTROL BUTTONS
OFF shuts off the
machine.
HIGH runs the Blender
Solution™ at high speed. This
speed should be used for the
final stages of mixing. Do not
use this speed for dispensing.
LOW runs the Blender
Solution™ at low speed.
This speed should be used
for the initial 30 seconds
of mixing as well as for
dispensing.
PULSE runs the
Blender Solution™
at high speed.
MEDIUM runs the Blender
Solution™ at medium speed.
ON turns on the
machine.
OPERATION
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SMOOTHIE MAKER OPERATION
The Blender Solution™ 5000 mixing jar is conveniently marked to create perfect
smoothies for two or four servings. To make a frozen blend of your favorite
healthy foods, follow these simple steps:
1. Assemble the smoothie maker blade base (with dispensing valve) onto the
glass mixing jar and place the stir stick through the hole in the center of the
lid of the glass mixing jar.
2. Add Liquids: Add any combination of liquid ingredients up to the LIQUIDS
mark. Liquids include any soft ingredients such as fruit, milk, fruit juice,
herbal supplements or yogurt in any combination that you think would be
tasty.
3. Add Ice: Add ice or frozen ingredients until the total level reaches the
FROZEN INGREDIENTS line on the side of the mixing container. Frozen
ingredients include ice, frozen fruit, frozen yogurt, ice cream, etc.
INGREDIENTS: SPEED: RESULT:
Salsa Low Chunky
Nuts Low Coarse
Bread, Cookies, Crackers Low Coarse
Heavy Whipping Cream Low Thick
Mayonnaise Medium Creamy
Salad Dressing Medium Creamy
Cheese Pulse and then Medium Coarse
Grating / Chopping Citrus
Zest
Medium Fine
Smoothies, Cocktails,
Shakes
Pulse and then High Thick and Smooth
Baby Foods / Fruit & Veg-
etable purees
High Smooth and Creamy
Spices High Fine
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE
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4. Smooth It: With the lid on and the stir stick set in the hole in the center
of the lid, press and release the PULSE button 3 to 5 times to get things
started. Next, move the switch to LOW for about 30 seconds. Finally,
move the switch to HIGH. Continue until smooth. Turn the stir stick
counter-clockwise for best mixing results.
5. Serve It: To serve the smoothie, move the dial to LOW, hold a cup under
the valve, and with the motor running, press down on the valve lever. Stir
the smoothie with the stir stick while dispensing thick smoothies. As the
smoothie level reaches the bottom of the glass mixing jar, a thick mix may
stop dispensing. Add a few tablespoons of liquid to increase flow. When the
glass mixing jar is empty, shut off the machine. Enjoy!
6. You can continue making smoothies one after another. When you are
finished, be sure to wash thoroughly the glass mixing jar, dispensing valve,
lid and stir stick. See care and cleaning on page 13.
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TIPS FOR GENERAL OPERATION
• Thicker Smoothies: To make a thicker smoothie, add more frozen
ingredients.
• Thinner Smoothies: To make a thinner smoothie, add more liquid
ingredients.
• Always add liquid ingredients to the glass mixing jar first and then add
remaining ingredients. This will prevent excessive wear on the motor and
ensure that the ingredients are properly blended.
• Cut harder foods (e.g. cheese) into approximately 1 inch cubes to
achieve better chopping results.
• The stir stick may be used to assist in making frozen drinks or for blending
any other types of ingredients. When the stir stick is not being used, be sure
to place the clear lid cover over the hole in the center of the lid.
• When chopping dry ingredients such as bread crumbs, nuts, spices, etc.,
make sure that the glass mixing jar and blade base is completely dry.
• The PULSE button should be operated in short bursts. As the PULSE
button is pressed and released, the blades should stop rotating between
pulses.
• Do not attempt to mix or knead heavy dough, mash potatoes or beat egg
whites.
• Do not over-blend foods. Most ingredients should be properly blended or
chopped in seconds. Do not operate motor base for longer than 3 minutes
at a time.
• If the motor stalls, turn off and unplug the unit. Remove a portion of the
ingredients before attempting to continue.
• Do not add boiling liquids to the glass mixing jar.
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CARE AND CLEANING
Before using your Blender Solution™ 5000 for the first time and after each use,
be sure to thoroughly wash the glass mixing jar, blender blade base, smoothie
blade base, dispensing valve, lid and stir stick. To prolong the life of your Blend-
er Solution™ 5000, do not wash plastic parts in the dishwasher. Open the
dispensing valve while washing to rinse out the valve. After each use, unscrew
and disassemble the dispensing valve for cleaning (see instructions below).
If you experience any problem with your machine, unplug it immediately from
the electrical outlet, then contact Back to Basics®at 1.800.688.1989.
CLEANING DISPENSING
VALVE ASSEMBLY
To disassemble valve for cleaning:
1. Remove the valve from the
smoothie blade base by
unscrewing the entire valve
counter-clockwise .
2. Remove the cap from the valve
body by unscrewing it counter-
clockwise.
3. Squeeze cap and stopper
together and slide the lever off
the stopper pin.
4. Remove the spring.
5. Remove the stopper and stopper
pin by pulling the rubber rim of
the stopper. The stopper and
pin are tightly fitted and need not
be separated.
6. Clean all parts in warm soapy
water and reassemble in
the order shown.
Lever
Cap
Spring
Stopper Pin
Stopper
Valve Body
CLEANING
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STRAWBERRY BANANA SUPREME SMOOTHIE
1 cup strawberry nectar or apple juice
1 cup milk
1 frozen banana (chunks)
2½ cups frozen strawberries
1 cup strawberry yogurt
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
BERRY BLAST SMOOTHIE
1 cup apple juice
1½ cups lemonade
1 cup frozen raspberries
½ cup frozen strawberries
1 cup raspberry sherbet
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
MANGO TANGO SMOOTHIE
1 cup pineapple juice
1 cup orange juice
½ frozen banana (chunks)
1 cup pineapple sherbet
1½ cups frozen mango slices
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
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RASPBERRY CREAM SMOOTHIE
1 cup orange juice
1 cup raspberry yogurt
1 cup vanilla frozen yogurt
½ frozen banana (chunks)
1½ cups frozen raspberries
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
ORANGE BANANA CREAM SMOOTHIE
1 cup milk
1½ cups orange juice
½ tsp. vanilla
½ frozen banana (chunks)
1 cup vanilla frozen yogurt
½ cup orange yogurt
3 tbs. orange juice concentrate
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
RASPBERRY SUNRISE SMOOTHIE
2½ cups orange juice
1½ cups frozen raspberries
1 cup raspberry sherbet
1 cup ice
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
RECIPES
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LEMON LOUIE SMOOTHIE
2 cups lemonade
1 cup lemon yogurt
1½ cups frozen pineapple (chunks)
1 cup pineapple sherbet
1 cup ice
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
PEACH REFRESHER SMOOTHIE
2 cups peach nectar or apple juice
1 cup vanilla frozen yogurt
½ banana
1 cup peach yogurt
1½ cups frozen peach slices
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
BANANA LIME SUBLIME SMOOTHIE
2 cups limeade
1 banana
1 cup lime sherbet
3 tbs. coconut milk
1 cup ice
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
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PIÑA COLADA SMOOTHIE
5 tbs. coconut milk
2½ cups pineapple juice
½ cup vanilla ice cream
½ frozen banana (chunks)
1½ cups frozen pineapple (chunks)
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
HAWAIIAN HOLIDAY SMOOTHIE
1 cup passion fruit nectar
1 cup guava nectar
1 cup orange sherbet
½ cup frozen strawberries
½ cup frozen mango slices
4 tbs. coconut milk
1 cup strawberry yogurt
½ cup frozen banana in (chunks)
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
STRAWBERRY LEMON SURPRISE SMOOTHIE
2 cups lemonade
2 cups frozen strawberries
1 cup strawberry yogurt
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at
PULSE setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the
machine is running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to
aid mixing. Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
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LOW-FAT STRAWBERRY ORANGE SMOOTHIE
2 cups strawberries
1⁄2 cup orange juice
1 cup skim milk
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1 cup ice
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
LEMONADE WATERMELON SOOTHER
2 cups watermelon (pulp, not rind)
3 oz frozen lemonade concentrate (1⁄2 of a 6 oz can)
1 cup lemon/lime soda
1 tsp. grenadine syrup
1-2 cups ice, to desired consistency
*add water if necessary
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
CHOCOLATE TREAT
3.5 oz package of instant chocolate pudding mix
11⁄2 cups milk
11⁄2 cups ice
1 banana
Pour in all liquid ingredients. Add all frozen ingredients. Blend at PULSE
setting for 30 seconds; then blend until smooth. While the machine is
running, move the Stir Stick around counter-clockwise to aid mixing.
Serve immediately. Makes 3–5 servings.
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Please complete and return this product warranty card or register your product online
at: backtobasicsproducts.com within 10 days of purchase.
THIS INFORMATION IS FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
Mr. Mrs. Ms. Model: Blender Solution™ 5000
1. Name __________________________________________________________________
2. Address _________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________ State ______ Zip Code _____
3. E-Mail Address ____________________________________________________________
4. Age: 18-24 25-34 35-49 50+
5. Marital Status: Married Single
6. Number of Children in the House : 12 yrs and under _________ 13-18 yrs _________
7. Income: Below $25,000 $25,001-$50,000 $50,001-$75,000 $75,001+
8. Where was this product purchased? ___________________________________________
9. How did you become aware of this product?
____ Gift ____ Recommendation from friend
____ TV advertisement ____ Saw product in store
____ Print ad ____ TV shopping program
____ Magazine article ____ Internet
____ Other ________________________
10. What were the two most important reasons influencing your purchase:
____ Gift ____ Recommended by sales person
____ Special offer ____ Recommended by friend
____ Product appearance ____ Prior experience with Back to Basics
____ Ease of operation ____ Back to Basics brand reputation
____ Quality/durability ____ Value for price
____ Product features ____ Product packaging
____ Other ________________________
11. Why did you purchase this Back to Basics product?
____ To replacement/upgrade current product
____ Not satisfied with current product(s) already owned
____ First product(s) ever owned
____ Received as a gift
12. Would you be interested in being contacted via e-mail for promotions, recipes, new
product information, etc.? YES NO
COMMENTS _______________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
WARRANTY
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BACK TO BASICS PRODUCTS, INC.
675 West 14600 South
Bluffdale, UT 84065 USA
Fold here and mail registration card within 10 days of purchase to validate warranty.
Place
Stamp
Here
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