Blendtec Brawn User manual

MANUAL
ABC SMOOTHER SPACESAVER

Table Of Contents
Section Page
Section 1.....Important Safeguards 5
Section 2.....Component Overview 7
Section 3.....Unpacking 9
Section 4.....Installation 10
Section 5.....Operating Instructions 12
Section 6.....Warranty and Service 16
Appendix A.....ABC Operation 18
Appendix B.....Product Diagrams 21

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SECTION 1 – IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR
BLENDTEC MACHINE.
1.1 SAFETY CERTIFICATION
The ABC, Smoother, and SpaceSaver
blenders and accessories are certied by ETL
to UL standard 763, and to CSA standard C22.2 No.
195-m1987, and to CE Standards.
1.2 HEALTH CERTIFICATION
The ABC, Smoother, and SpaceSaver
blenders and accessories are certied by
NSF International.
1.3 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS
● Keep ngers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.
● Keep all utensils away from the drive socket and blender blades during
operation. Metal utensils will damage blades.
·NEVER put hands into blender jar or add substances by hand when
blender is operating.
·NEVER place jar into drive socket if blender motor is operating.
·Do not rock the blender when it is operating. Keep the blender jar
straight up until the operation is complete.
● These precautions will prevent personal injury and/or damage to the
blender.
1.4 POWER CORD PRECAUTIONS
·Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug.
·If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
·Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the work surface.
·Never use an extension cord with the unit.
·Unplug the blender motor before removing from sound enclosure,
changing blender locations, or cleaning.
1.5 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE POWER UNIT
Never remove the blender base cover. The blender base does not
contain self-adjustable or serviceable parts. All service and adjustments
must be made by a qualied service agent. Removing the cover or
attempting to service the blender will void the warranty.
1.6 TURN THE UNIT OFF WHEN NOT IN USE
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1.7 THE 110/120 VOLT RECEPTACLE FOR EACH POWER UNIT MUST
BE PROTECTED BY A SEPARATE 20 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
THE 220/240 VOLT RECEPTACLE FOR EACH POWER UNIT MUST BE
PROTECTED BY A SEPARATE 13 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
Do not use any other electrical equipment on the same circuit as
the blender or you risk overloading the circuit and either damaging
the blender electronics or blowing the circuit protection.
1.8 NEVER OPERATE IF THE UNIT APPEARS DAMAGED
If the blender malfunctions call the service agent rst. If it is dropped
or damaged in any way, return the blender to a Blendtec service agent
immediately for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment,
or possible replacement.
1.9 NEVER OPERATE IN LIQUID
Do not operate the blender motor in water or any other liquid. Avoid
any contact between the motor and water. Deliberate use of machine
outdoors in conditions where precipitation is present will void the
warranty.
1.10 NEVER PUT ITEMS SUCH AS METAL, ROCKS, OR OTHER
HARD MATERIALS INTO BLENDER JAR
Metal utensils and other hard materials are dangerous. They can cause
injury or damage. Damage caused by such foreign objects will void the
warranty.
1.11 NEVER OPERATE USING ATTACHMENTS NOT SOLD BY
BLENDTEC
The use of unauthorized attachments voids the warranty and may cause
re, electric shock, or injury.
1.12 ALWAYS SECURE THE BLENDER LID BEFORE STARTING THE
MACHINE
Even if you have a sound enclosure, make sure you place a lid on the
blender jar before you close the cover.
1.13 AVOID TOUCHING THE METAL BASE AFTER EXTENSIVE USE
The metal base of the blender may become hot after numerous cycles.
1.14 BLADES ARE SHARP! HANDLE CAREFULLY
1.15 When blending HOT LIQUIDS, remove center plug of lid.

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1.16 NEVER CLEAN THIS UNIT WITH A WATER JET.
1.17 THE POWER CORD RECEPTACLE WHICH POWERS THE
BLENDER MUST ALWAYS BE ACCESSIBLE.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 2: COMPONENT OVERVIEW
2.1 BLENDER MOTOR
The blender motor consists of the blender base shell, touch pad control,
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) information center, and the power unit.
(See Figures 1.1 and 1.2)
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·Motor housing: Houses the power unit in a general stainless steel casing.
Never remove the motor cover. Removal of the motor cover will void the
warranty.
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·Touch Pad: Consists of six buttons which contain pre-programmed
settings as well as a pulse for selective blender control.
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·LCD Information Center: When a cycle is completed, the display
increments the cumulative cycle for warranty purposes. It also indicates
overload or over-temperature conditions.
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·Blender Motor: This unit is located within the motor housing and
contains the machinery which runs the blender, including the electric
motor, drive train, and computerized control board.
2.2 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY
The blender jar assembly consists of the blender jar, blade assembly,
and lid. The blender jar assembly integrates these components to
ensure consistently blended drinks and greater operator safety.
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Jar: Made from polycarbonate to provide maximum performance as
well as clear visibility of blender performance.
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Blade Assembly: Stainless steel, designed to ensure fast, consistent
blending.
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Lid: Designed to provide ease of handling and quick removal for high
speed operations.

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2.3 OPTIONAL SOUND ENCLOSURE
The sound enclosure reduces noise created during blender operation.
2.4 OPTIONAL SOUND ENCLOSURE BOTTOM
A “top-of-the-counter” version of the blender is created by combining the
sound enclosure described above with a sound enclosure bottom into
which the blender motor is inserted. This allows for portable operation of
the blender.
2.5 POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Blendtec Blenders are made with power specications listed below
according to your specic model.
110/120 VOLT BLENDTEC BLENDERS ARE REQUIRED
TO BE PROTECTED BY A DEDICATED 20 AMP
CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
MODEL (110/120 VOLT) AMPS WATTS
ICB7 (Smoother20) 20 2400
ICB5 (Smoother18) 18 2000
ICB4 (Smoother15, SpaceSaver15) 15 1800
ICB3 (Smoother13, SpaceSaver13) 13 1500
ABC5 (ABC18) 18 2000
ABC4 (ABC15) 15 1800
ABC3 (ABC13) 13 1500
220/240 VOLT BLENDTEC BLENDERS ARE REQUIRED
TO BE PROTECTED BY A DEDICATED 13 AMP
CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
MODEL (220/240 VOLT) AMPS WATTS
ICB5 (Smoother18) 9 2000
ICB3 (Smoother13, SpaceSaver13) 6.5 1500
ABC5 (ABC18) 9 2000
ABC3 (ABC13) 6.5 1500

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SECTION 3: UNPACKING
SAVE THE TWO FOAM INSERTS AND ALL PACKAGING FOR FUTURE
STORAGE OR SHIPPING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
3.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER
1. You should have received the following items:
·Model ICB or ABC Blender Base
·Blender Jars (2), Lids (2)
·Sound Enclosure (optional)
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·Additional Blender Jars (optional)
2. Remove blender motor, sound enclosure components, blender jars
and lids from carton.
3. Unwind the power cord.
4. Check for and remove any packing material which may have blocked
ventilation holes in either the power unit or the black motor stand.
5. Inspect all items to ensure no damage occurred in shipment.
6. If any damage has occurred contact your Blendtec service agent
immediately.
3.2 RECORDING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF SHIPMENT
Record your blender base serial number and date of purchase in the
space below. You will need these when contacting Blendtec for service.
Blender Serial No. ____________________________________
Date of Purchase ___________________________________
Refer to these whenever contacting your Blendtec service agent.

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SECTION 4: INSTALLATION
4.1 Above Counter Installation
(For SpaceSaver model, disregard mention of sound enclosure)
1. Insure that an electrical receptacle is readily accessible when you
locate the equipment.
2. Be sure the unit is switched off and unplugged. Remove the lid (top)
of the sound enclosure by either sliding the piano hinge pin out of the
hinges. (For the Q Series model, lift the top straight off the bottom to
remove.) Lay the sound enclosure top and the hinge pin aside.
3. Route the power cord from the top through the bottom of the clear
sound enclosure bottom and insert the motor carefully into the opening
in the bottom of the sound enclosure base. Be sure the rubber gasket ts
smoothly and tightly into the plastic base.
4. Slide the power cord and the motor into the black plastic sound
enclosure base with the touch pad facing the front, tting the motor and
clear sound enclosure bottom snugly into the black base. Extend the
cord out the bottom of the base to its full length.
5. Set the equipment on the counter and re-install the clear sound
enclosure top.
6. Insure clearance above the counter around the installation to allow for
unhampered operation of the sound enclosure.
4.2 Preparation for In-Counter Installations
1. Identify desired blender location. Consider preferences such as
proximity to ingredients, how close you want to be to customers, and
available counter space.
2. Ensure potential site meets all dimensional requirements. (See
Figures 3.1-3.3.)
● ·Counter top can be no thicker than 3/4 in (19 mm). A counter top
thicker than 3/4 in. (19 mm) will obstruct ventilation louvers on the upper
sides of the motor.
● ·If installing more than one blender, allow 14 to 16 in. (356 - 406 mm)
center-to-center blender spacing.

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● ·If installing a sound enclosure, allow a clearance of at least 8-1/2 in.
(216 mm) from the sound enclosure to the wall and 26 in. (660 mm)
from the counter top to any over-the-counter cabinetry.
·Ensure lower cabinetry allows adequate airow. There should be at
least 8-1/8 in. (205 mm) from the counter top to the next lower shelf of
the cabinet, leaving a minimum space of 3 in. (76 mm) between the
bottom of the motor and the lower shelf. Cabinetry should not
be closed, but should allow free ow of air from outside to inside cabinet
space.
NOTE: The blender unit draws ambient air into the louvers located on
the bottom of the motor. It then evacuates hot air through the louvers
located on the upper sides of the motor. Ensure a sufcient amount of
air circulates beneath the motor to allow cooling. Hot air should not be
trapped beneath the counter top. Plastic bags, cups, etc. should not be
stored closer than 3 inches (76mm) from the bottom of the motor.
3. Cut a hole in the counter top 4-3/8 in. (111 mm) wide and 5-7/8 in.
(149 mm) long with the shorter side facing the operator (See Figure 4).
Make sure all space requirements and measurements are correct
BEFORE cutting.
4.3 In-Counter Installation
(For SpaceSaver model, disregard mention of sound enclosure)
1. Insure that an electrical receptacle is readily accessible when you
locate the equipment.
2. Remove the clear sound enclosure lid (top) by sliding the piano hinge
pin out of the hinges. (For Q Series models, simply lift the top portion
of the sound enclosure off.) Place the clear sound enclosure bottom on
the counter making sure the hole in the bottom of the sound enclosure is
aligned with the hole in the counter top.
3. Thread the power cord through the base of the sound enclosure
and the counter top hole being careful not to scratch or damage the
enclosure.
4. Gently place the motor into the sound enclosure and slide it into the
hole in the counter top. Make sure the LCD indicator and touch pad are
facing the operator’s side of the counter. Also insure that the rubber
gasket on the motor ts snugly and evenly into the sound enclosure and
counter top holes.
5. Carefully re-install the sound enclosure lid using the stainless steel
hinge pin. Never drop or slam enclosure lid.
6. Plug the unit into a receptacle with appropriate protection. Make sure
power switch is turned off before plugging unit in.

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SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW
1. Raise the sound enclosure lid. If blender is not turned on, turn on the
main power switch located on the front of the blender motor.
2. Place the properly lled blender jar on the motor, making sure the jar is
seated all the way down and jar lid is secured tightly on the jar.
3. Press the button on the touchpad of your desired blender cycle.
5.2 AUTOMATIC CYCLE OPERATION
If not otherwise specied, Blendtec blenders are programmed to
the default Multipurpose blender program. See the Blendtec Cycle
Chart included with this manual for details regarding programming
and operation of your blender. This chart can also be found online at
blendtec.com.
5.3 MANUAL OPERATION
Pulse Button: Blends mixture at a constant HIGH speed (70 percent
power) while button is depressed. Generally this is the last button on the
far right of the blender touchpad and is indicated by the letter “P”. This
button is normally used for additional blending once a programmed cycle
has already been used.
5.4 TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
BLENDER MOTOR WILL NOT TURN ON: If the blender motor will not
turn on, try the following:
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· Make sure the main power switch on the lower-front panel is turned on.
· Check the house current breaker switch or fuse to make sure it is set to
the on position.
·Unplug, then re-plug in the power cord.
·Determine if the numbers on the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) indicator
are lighted. An absence of lighted LCD indicates a lack of power to the
microprocessor.
·●Check the LCD:
A reading of “OVERTEMP” indicates an overheated condition has
been detected and the motor has been disabled until the unit cools to
operating temperatures. Unplug motor and allow motor to cool for at
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A reading of “OVERLOAD” indicates an overload on the motor. Turn the
motor off for 10 seconds (using the switch) then turn the motor on again
to clear the overload condition and check the blender jar for blockage.
A reading of “LOW VOLTAGE” indicates not enough voltage coming
to the motor. Turn the motor off. Correct the cause of low voltage.
(Normally caused by more than one appliance drawing power on the
same circuit, or by low power from a power source {brown out}.) Turn
the motor on again and continue operations.
BLADE STOPS: If the overload switch stops the blender, remove the
blender jar and carefully check for blockage of the blade. If no blockage
is found, replace jar and use the “pulse” button on the touch pad to
quickly pulse the blade through the mixture. Once the blade spins freely,
a programmed button may be used.
NOISE LEVEL CHANGES: If the blender noise level has increased
signicantly from original levels, determine whether the sound is coming
from the motor or jar.
·Motor: Check to see if the excess noise is coming from the motor.
Remove the jar from the base and press cycle number one. Listen to
the motor sound without a jar attached. If it is excessively noisy, contact
your Blendtec service center.
·Jar: Check to see if the excess noise is coming from the jar. Place
the jar back on the base. Run the motor for a few seconds using the
“P” button. Switch jars back and forth to determine whether the sound
changes as different jars are used. If a jar is excessively noisy, or if the
blade assembly seems loose or sounds “gravelly” when turned by hand,
contact your Blendtec service center for assistance.
BLENDED TEXTURE UNSATISFACTORY: If the blended texture of
product is lumpy or uneven, do the following:
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·Make sure the mixture is not cavitating during the cycle. Cavitation is
a condition in which the blender blade spins freely in an air pocket within
the drink mix because the mix is too cold or too solid. This problem
can be corrected by increasing the mix temperature (by reducing ice,
increasing liquid and/or insuring that the frozen ingredients used in the
recipe are never colder than 10 degrees Fahrenheit or -12 degrees
Celsius). When the right combination of correctly tempered ingredients
is used, the resulting drink is always smooth, thick and blendable without
operator attention.

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· Increase cycle time. If the drink is mixing well but has not had enough
time for complete blending, try a longer cycle (usually by using a higher
button number to start the blender) or touch and hold the “Pulse” button
for required extra blending time.
· Make sure the drive shaft on the jar is fully engaged into the drive
socket or that the blade is rmly afxed to the drive shaft.
TRIED EVERYTHING? If none of the preceding suggestions work,
contact your Blendtec service agent for further assistance.
5.5 CLEAN BLENDER JAR DAILY
1. Using hot tap water, add 4 cups (1liter) of water and 1 to 2 drops (7
ml) of liquid dish washing soap to the blender jar.
2. Place the lid tightly onto the jar. Place the blender jar on the motor
and press the “pulse” button for 15 seconds.
3. Rinse with clear water until all soap is rinsed from jar and lid.
4. Store the jar right side up wherever possible. If jars are stored upside
down, insure that no water is allowed to stand in the bottom around the
blade drive shaft.
5. 64 ounce jars may be stacked one inside the other, but insure that the
handles are alternated. NEVER STACK THESE JARS WITH HANDLES
INTERLOCKED! 96 ounce jars can only be stacked by interlocking
handles.
NOTE: When washing the blender jar in a dishwasher, the jar should
be placed on the top rack. Blender jars are dishwasher safe up to 220
degrees Fahrenheit (104 degrees Celsius).
5.6 LONG-TERM SANITATION OF JAR
1. For long-term sanitation, periodically ll the blender jar with hot tap
water.
2. Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of liquid chlorine bleach.
3. Stir for 10 seconds to mix water and bleach. Let mixture stand in
blender jar for 5 minutes.
4. Empty water/bleach mixture. Store jar as described in section 5.5.

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5.7 DAILY CLEANING OF MOTOR
1. Make sure the main power switch is off and motor is unplugged before
cleaning.
2. Remove motor from sound enclosure. Remove the rubber gasket
from the rim of the steel base and wash the gasket with a mild detergent.
3. When necessary, wipe the metal top and sides of the blender motor
clean with a damp rag. Mild cleaners like WINDEX● may be used.
5.8 WEEKLY CLEANING OF MOTOR (Done in addition to daily
cleaning while motor is unplugged and removed from enclosure)
1. Fill the blender drive socket (see gure 1.2) with a strong cleaning
solution such as 409● or Simple Green●. DO NOT OVERFILL. Let
stand for 5 minutes.
2. Clean the inside ridges and grooves of drive socket with a toothpick,
an ice pick or some other hard, pointed tool.
3. Turn the motor upside down to drain the material from the drive
socket. Use a paper towel or rag to dry the area and replace the motor.
5.9 CLEANING TIPS AND CAUTIONS
Do not use abrasives to clean the blender motor, jar, or sound enclosure
as this will dull or scratch the surface
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· Do not use a water jet of any kind to clean this equipment.
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· NEVER submerge the blender motor in water - THIS WILL VOID
WARRANTY
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· Avoid submerging the blender jars for more than 5 minutes. Water
penetration through the lower jar seals will reduce the jar life. When
you have cleaned the jar, store it upside down. Do NOT allow water to
stand in the lower seal area.
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· For long term storage of jar, apply a small amount of food-grade oil
(such as vegetable oil) to the seals around the blade assembly both
inside and outside of the blender jar.

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SECTION 6: WARRANTY AND SERVICE
PROCEDURE
6.1 WARRANTY DESCRIPTION
MOTOR:
Standard Blendtec United States (US) warranties are as follows:
ABC18, ABC15, ABC13, Smoother20 3 years or 20,000 cycles
Smoother18, Smoother15, Smoother13 2 years or 15,000 cycles
SpaceSaver15, SpaceSaver13 1 year or 10,000 cycles
Standard Blendtec International (outside US) warranties are as follows:
ABC 1 year or 20,000 cycles
Smoother 1 year or 15,000 cycles
SpaceSaver 1 year or 10,000 cycles
JAR:
The polycarbonate jar and internal bearing assembly are warrantied
against failure as follows:
Jar Model Warranty
40-501, 40-502, 40-503 180 days from purchase date
40-505, 40-508 1 year from purchase date
The jar model number can be found under the NSF logo on the jar.
BLADES:
The stainless steel blade are warrantied against breakage for the life of
the jar. Please note that dulling of the blade may occur as a result of
usage and does not affect blending effectiveness.
SOUND ENCLOSURE:
The sound enclosure is warranted for 90 days against manufacturing
defects.
DRIVE SOCKET:
The drive socket (see Fig. 1.2) is warrantied for the life of the machine.
Warranties begin from date of shipment, or on date of purchase where
proof of purchase is provided. Cosmetic damage and abuse are not
included within this warranty.
6.2 SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Should you experience any difculty in using your Blendtec blender,
please do the following:
UNDER WARRANTY
1. Contact your authorized Blendtec service agent immediately to
diagnose the difculty. Please have your serial number ready as well
as a description of the problem. Do not attempt to do your own repairs.
Repairs made by persons other than Blendtec authorized service
representatives will void the warranty. Many issues can be resolved
simply and quickly over the phone.
2. If the difculty cannot be resolved over the phone, your unit may
require replacement. If you are under warranty, Blendtec will repair
or replace your unit at no cost. Cosmetic damage and abuse are not
included.
OUT OF WARRANTY
1. Contact your Blendtec service agent to diagnose the difculty. Please
have your serial number ready along with a description of the problem.
Many issues can be resolved simply and quickly over the phone.
Attempting to do your own repairs will void the warranty of your
machine.
2. If you are not under warranty and wish to have your unit repaired, box
up your existing unit and ship the unit to your authorized Blendtec service
agent. Your Blendtec service agent will bill you for services rendered.
When shipping your blender unit to the service agent (either in warranty
or out of warranty), Please include the following:
Name:
Company: Store Number:
Address:
Phone:
Serial Number:
(Found on the underside of the motor)
Cycle Count:
(Number on the LCD Screen)
Purchase Date: Place of Purchase:
Problem Description:

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APPENDIX A: ABC BLENDER OPERATION
A1: Operation
The ABC models features an interlock safety switch that prevents the
unit from operating unless the sound enclosure is completely shut. To
operate the ABC, press the desired button. A red LED will light up above
the button selected and will remain lit until another button is selected or
the button is touched a second time during operation. The machine will
start the blending cycle once the sound enclosure lid has been closed.
Touching any button during the motor operation will stop the blender
and de-select the button. Touch the “P” (Pulse) button when the sound
enclosure lid is open will deselect all programs. The lid can then be
closed without starting a cycle.
A2: Interlock Modes
Automatic Interlock Mode: Equipment is shipped with this selection
installed. In this mode the motor will not operate unless the sound
enclosure lid is closed. The selected program (as indicated by the
lighted program button on the touchpad) will start automatically each
time the sound enclosure is closed unless the lighted button is pushed
again to de-select the program. To restore this interlock mode from
either Safety or Manual mode, press the “P – 1 – 3” buttons in quick
succession.
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Safety Mode: In this mode, the motor will not operate unless the
sound enclosure is closed. The motor will not automatically start when
the enclosure is closed. A button must be pushed each time the operator
wishes to start a drink cycle. To select this mode from Automatic
Interlock or Manual mode, press “5 – 1 – 3” in quick succession.
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Manual Mode: In this mode, the safety interlock is disabled and the
blender motor will start any time a button is pressed. To select this mode
from Automatic Interlock or Safety mode, press the “4 – 1 – 3” buttons in
quick succession.

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