Back to Basics BPE3BRAUS User manual

User’s Guide
BLENDER EXPRESS

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QUICK REFERENCE
MUG
BLADE BASE
MOTOR BASE
MUG LID

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, never place Blade Base on
Motor Base without mug properly attached.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including:
• Read all instructions before using.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not put cord,
plugs or the Motor Base assembly in water or other
liquid.
• After running motor continuously for three minutes, wait
at least five minutes before running the motor again.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or
plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped
or damaged in any manner. If you experience any
problem with your machine, unplug it immediately from
the electrical outlet and then call Back to Basics
®
at
1.800.688.1989.
• The use of attachments including canning jars, not
recommended or sold by Back to Basics may cause a
risk of injury to persons.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter.
•
Do not let the cord contact hot surfaces, including a
stove.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING
WARNING
!
WARNING

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• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in a heated
oven.
•
Do not blend hot liquids or foods. Never pour boiling water into any
blending container. Pressure can build in the blending container and
the hot liquid
may escape when the bl
ade base is re
moved.
•
R
emove the blade base form the blending container/mug after
blending and repla
ce
w
ith the mug lid. Do not s
tore food
in any
blending container with the blade base attached. Stored food may
spoil over time, creating pressure in the blending container that may
cause injury when the
blade base is removed
. Remove the blade
base and wash after each use.
•
To
reduce the risk o
f in
jury, never place the
blade
b
ase onto the
motor base without the blending container/mug properly attached.
• Turn off the machine before removing the mug from the base and
before placing the mug on the base.
• Do not use this appliance for anything other than intended use.
• Do not run motor without mug properly attached to motor base or
when mug is empty.
• Blades are sharp, handle carefully.
• Be sure to turn switch to off position after each use.
• To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never pull on
cord.
• 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 their 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 pulled by children or tripped over.
•
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
modify the plug in any way.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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SAVE THEINSTRUCTIONS
INTENDED FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SMOOTH
IES MADE EAS
Y
The Blender Express mug has convenient measuring marks
to create
perfect smoothies and frozen drinks. To make your
favorite frozen drink, follow these simple steps:
TO MIX!
1
. Add ice or frozen ingredients until the total level reaches the
FROZEN INGREDIENTS
line on the side of the mug. (Frozen
ingredients include ice, frozen fruit, frozen yogurt, ice cream,
etc).
2
. Add any combination of liquid ingredients up to the
LIQUIDS
line on the side of the mug. (Liquids include any soft
ingredients such as fruit, milk, fruit juice, herbal supplements,
or yogurt).
3. Place the blade base on the mug and turn clockwise to
attach the blade base to the mug.
4. With the blade base firmly attached to the mug, flip the mug
over and lock the blade base onto the motor base by turning
the mug clockwise.
NOTE
:The Blender Express™includes a small, clear gasket
inside the rim of the blade base as well as atravel lid. the
gasket provides an effective seal between the mug and
the blade base or lid. These gaskets DO NOT need to be
removed. If the clear gasket becomes dislodged from the
OPERATION

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OPERATION/CLEANING
blender base or lid, replace by setting the gasket flat onto the
circular slot inside the perimeter of the blade base (blade side
up) or the lid. Holding the blade base (blade side up) or lid
with both hands, use your thumbs to lightly push the gasket
down into the circular slot of the base perimeter until it is firmly
in place. Screw the mug onto the blade base or lid to ensure
the gasket is seated properly.
5
. Pulse the mixture 2 or 3 times
by turning the dial to pulse.
6
. Turn the dial on the motor base to LOW for 15 seconds to
get things started.
7.
Then turn the dial to HIGH until the ingredients are
completely mixed.
TO GO!
1. Unlock the mug from the motor base and then flip the mug
over.
2. Turn the blade base counter-clockwise and remove it from
the mug.
3. Screw the mug lid firmly in place on top of the mug.
4. Ready to Go!
Thicker Smoothies
To make thicker smoothies, add more frozen ingredients.
Thinner Smoothies
To make thinner smoothies, add more liquid ingredients.

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BLENDER EXPRESS CONTRO
L
DIAL
CARE & CLEANING
Before using the first time and after each use, be sure to
thoroughly wash the mug, lid and blade base. The gasket does
not need to be removed from the blade base for cleaning.
Do not wash parts in the dishwasher.
NOTE:
If the lid or blade
base is difficult to remove from the mug, rinse or soak the mug and
the blade base/lid in hot soapy water, then using a damp cloth to grip
the lid or blade base, unscrew from the mug by turning the lid or blade
base counter-clockwise.
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.
Moving dial sw
itch to PULSE gives
short bursts of power at
high speed.
Use
pulse to initiate mixing ice and
other hard ingredients.
M
oving
dial s
witch to LOW gives con-
ti
nuous p
ower at low sp
eed. U
se
this
speed for in
itial 15 seconds of mixing.
Moving
dial
s
witch to HIGH gives con-
tinuous power at high sp
eed. Use this
speed for fi nal stages of
mixing.
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C
ongratulations! We hope you enjoy the healthy, fun and delicious
smoothies and blended drinks you can make with your
Blender
Express
. We have designed the Blender Express with you in mind.
You will find this unique machine convenient, easy to use and fun
!
Your
Blender Express
is warranted by Back to Basics
®
for one year
from the date of purchase to be free from mechanical defects in
material and workmanship. The manufacturer's obligation is limited
to replacing or repairing such defects during the warranty period at
no charge, providing the product is sent prepaid to:
Back to Basics Products, Inc.
675 West 14600 South
Bluffdale, UT
8406
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ipt or other proof of original purchase date may be required before
warranty service is rendered.
After repairing or replacing the product, Back to Basics
®
will pay for
return postage. This warranty does not cover damage from misuse
of this product. If service is required, do not return the product to
the store. Do one of the following:
• Send a note to us explaining the problem. Include your
name, address, and phone number.
• For faster service, call 1.800.688-1989 or e-mail
[email protected]
[e-mail]
• Most service problems are resolved by
replacing a broken or defective part. If this is
not the case, we will give you instructions for
returning the unit.
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STRAWBERRY BANANA SUPREME SMOOTHIE
½
cup strawberry nectar or apple juice
½
cup milk
½
frozen banana (chunks)
1
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen strawberries
½
cup strawberry yogurt
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse
for 30 seconds, then
blend until smooth
. Serve immediately
.
Makes 1-2 servings.
BERRY BLAST SMOOTHIE
½
cup apple juice
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup lemonade
½
cup frozen raspberries
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen strawberries
½
cup raspberry sherbet
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse
for 30 seconds, then
blend until smooth
. Serve immediately
.
Makes 1-2 servings.
MANGO TANGO SMOOTHIE
½
cup pineapple juice
½
cup orange juice
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
frozen banana (chunks)
½
cup pineapple sherbet
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen mango slices
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse
for 30 seconds, then
blend until smooth
. Serve immediately
.
Makes 1-2 servings.
RECIPES

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RASPBERRY CREAM SMOOTHIE
½
cup orange juice
½
cup raspberry yogurt
½
cup vanilla frozen yogurt
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
frozen banana (chunks)
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen raspberries
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse
for 30 seconds, then
blend until smooth
. Serve immediately
.
Makes 1-2 servings.
RECIPES
RASPBERRY SUNRISE SMOOTHIE
1
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup orange juice
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen raspberries
½
cup raspberry sherbet
½
cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients. Pulse
for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.
ORANGE BANANA CREAM SMOOTHIE
½
cup
milk
3/4
cup
orange juice
½
cup raspberry sherbet
½
cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all ingredients. Pulse for
30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve Immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.

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LEMON LOUIE SMOOTHIE
1
cup lemonade
½
cup lemon yogurt
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen pineapple chunks
½
cup pineapple sherbet
½
cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse
for 30 seconds, then
blend until smooth
. Serve immediately
.
Makes 1-2 servings.
LE
MONADE WATERMELON SOOTHER
1
cup waterm
elon (pulp, not ri
nd)
1 1/2
oz.
frozen lemonade concentrate (1/4 of 6oz can)
1/2 cup. lemon
/lime soda
1/2 tsp. g
renadine syrup
1/2-1 cup ice
, to desired consistency
*add w
ater if necessary
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients. Pulse
for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.
BANANA LIME SUBLIME SMOOTHIE
1 cup limeade
1/2 banana
1/2
cup
sherbe
t
11/2 tbs.
coconut milk
1/2 cup
ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients. Pulse
for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.
RECIPES

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PIÑA COLADA SMOOTHIE
2
½
tbs. coconut milk
1
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup pineapple juice
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup vanilla ice cream
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
frozen banana (chunks)
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen pineapple chunks
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve
immediately. Makes 1-2 servings.
STRAWBERRY LEMON SURPRISE SMOOTHIE
1
cup lemonade
1 cup frozen strawberries
½
cup strawberry yogurt
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve
immediately. Makes 1-2 servings.
RECIPES
HAWAIIAN HOLIDAY SMOOTHIE
1/2 cup passion fruit nectar
1/2 cup
guav
a nectar
1/2 cup orange sherbet
1/4 cup frozen strawberries
1/4 cup
frozen mango
slices
2
TBLS
coconut milk
1/2 cup
strawberry yogu
rt
1/4 frozen banana (chunks)
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients. Pulse
for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.

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RECIPES
KIWI BERRY SENSATION
1 sliced kiwi
1 cup strawberries
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup kiwi-strawberry juice
½
cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve
immediately. Makes 1-2 servings.
MANGO TANGO SMOOTHIE
½
cup pineapple juice
½
cup orange juice
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
frozen banana (chunks)
½
cup pineapple sherbet
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen mango slices
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients.
Pulse for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve
immediately. Makes 1-2 servings.
MELON BERRY SPLASH
½
cup sliced cantaloupe
½
cup sliced honeydew
2-3 medium strawberries
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4 ⁄
cup milk
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4 ⁄
cup + 2 Tbsp. strawberry yogurt
1 cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients, then pour in all liquid ingredients. Pulse
for 30 seconds, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Makes 1-2 servings.

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STRAWBERRY BANANA SUPREME SMOOTHIE
½
cup strawberry nectar or apple juice
½
cup milk
½
frozen banana (chunks)
1
1
⁄
1⁄ 1
4
⁄4⁄
cup frozen strawberries
½
cup strawberry yogurt.
Add all frozen ingredients to the 24 oz. blending container, then
add all remaining ingredients. Blend on HIGH until smooth.
WICKEDLY EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
1 cup heavy cream
½
cup chocolate syrup
Optional: Garnish with raspberries and mint or spoon into tart shells
Add all frozen ingredients to the 24 oz. blending container, then
add all remaining ingredients. Blend on HIGH until smooth.
RECIPES
ORANGE
APRICOT TASTE TWISTER
1 cup orange sherbet
½
can chilled apricot nectar
½
Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate
3
⁄
3⁄ 3
4
⁄4⁄
cup milk
½
cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients to the 24 oz. blending container, then
add all remaining ingredients. Blend on HIGH until smooth.
PURPLE COW
1 cup vanilla ice cream
3 Tbsp. frozen grape juice concentrate
½
cup milk
½
cup ice
Add all frozen ingredients to the 24 oz. blending container, then
add all remaining ingredients. Blend on HIGH until smooth.

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675 West 14600 South
Bluffdale, UT 84065 USA
Bluffdale, UT 84065 USA
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