Breville BLEND ACTIVE VBL136 User manual

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product safety
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
Always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply
socket if it is left unattended and before assembling,
disassembling or cleaning.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
The blades have very sharp edges. Take care when handling
or cleaning them.
Do not operate this appliance continuously for more than 30
seconds without allowing it a rest period of one minute.
!Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for
household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.
!Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the
appliance.
!Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
!This appliance must not be placed on or near any potentially hot surfaces (such as a
gas or electric hob).
!Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other
liquid.
!Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a work top, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted, trapped or pinched.
!Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or if there are any visible signs of
damage or if it is leaking.
!Never use any accessory or attachment not recommended by the manufacturer.
!Make sure that all attachments are securely and correctly tted before operating the
appliance.
!Allow moving parts to come to a stop before changing or cleaning accessories.
!Never process hot or boiling liquids. Allow them to cool before processing.

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before using
Ensure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket
if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
The blades have very sharp edges. Take care when handling or cleaning them.
Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any
other liquid.
Never use harsh, abrasive or caustic cleaners to clean this appliance.
1. Remove your blender carefully from the box. You may wish to store the packaging for
future use.
2. Check the contents:
• Motor unit
• Blade assembly
• Bottle (quantity and size according to model purchased)
• Resealable lid (quantity according to model purchased)
3. Wash all parts that will come into contact with food. Use warm soapy water then rinse
and dry thoroughly.
4. Using a mild detergent solution, wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth. Dry
thoroughly.

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features
1 Sports-style resealable lid
The lid has a cap which ‘clicks’ securely into place to seal the bottle and also folds all
the way back until it ‘clicks’ into the open position preventing it from closing when in
use.
2 Blade assembly
The durable high quality stainless steel blades are able to crush ice. Always add a
small amount of liquid (such as fruit juice, water, etc.) when crushing ice. Dishwasher
safe.
3 Motor unit
4 Blend button
Press to operate your blender.
5 600ml bottle
6 300ml bottle
Blender bottles are made from Eastman Tritan®copolyester which is a durable BPA-
free, odour, taste and stain resistant material used for manufacturing sports bottles
and able to withstand extreme use and repeated dishwasher cleaning.

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Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.
features

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using your blender
Ensure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket
if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
The blades have very sharp edges. Take care when handling or cleaning them.
Never attempt to t the blade assembly onto the motor unit by itself.
Do not operate your blender continuously for more than 30 seconds without giving
it a rest period of one minute. Take care if processing hot food.
1. Add the ingredients to the bottle. Don’t ll the bottle above the 600ml mark (or 300ml
mark if you are using 300ml bottles).
2. Fit the blade assembly onto the bottle. Tighten the blade assembly rmly.
3. Turn the bottle upside down so that the blade assembly is at the bottom then line up
the symbol on the blade assembly with the symbol on the rim of the motor unit.
4. Gently press the bottle downwards then twist it clockwise until the symbol on
the blade assembly is aligned with the symbol on the rim of the motor unit. Your
blender will not work unless the bottle is correctly locked into position.
5. Press and hold the blend button to operate your blender. You can either press and
hold the button or use short pulses until your drink is at the desired consistency.
6. When you have nished blending your drink, and the blades have stopped rotating,
twist the bottle anticlockwise until the symbol is aligned with the symbol and
remove the bottle and blade assembly. Turn the bottle the right side up then unscrew
the blade assembly and t one of the resealable lids onto the bottle. Close the cap of
the resealable lid rmly until it 'clicks'.
Notes: If the ingredients become stuck around the blade during processing, simply
remove the bottle from the motor unit, give it a shake then ret it and carry on processing.
Always remove the bottle when attempting to agitate or otherwise redistribute the
ingredients.
For ease of cleaning, we recommend that you clean your blend active bottle and cap as
soon as you have nished using them.
Crushing ice
Your blender can be used to crush ice. For best results and to prevent possible damage
to the blades, always add a small amount of liquid to the ice before processing. The liquid
can be water or one of the liquid ingredients from your recipe (fruit juice, etc.).

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using your blender

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recipes
Recipe icons
Ideal for children.
Quantities in the recipe are for the 600ml bottle.
The recipe quantities can be halved and made in the 300ml bottle.
Great for children’s recipes and when smaller quantities are required.
Smoothies and shakes often separate if not consumed immediately after blending.
However, they can be re-blended and consumed within 30 minutes if necessary.
Ingredients
• Peanut butter—a great protein shake ingredient. Try and source an unsweetened
variety.
• Frozen berries—now widely available in larger supermarkets. Look out for special
packs of frozen smoothie mixes too.
• Protein powder—a concentrated form of protein. Used as a dietary supplement, protein
powder can be added to drinks, sprinkled on cereal, stirred into soups and stews, or
cooked into baked goods and other meals. Available from most large supermarkets or
health shops.
• Almond Milk—a healthy alternative to cow’s milk.
• Soya Milk—can be used as a skimmed milk replacement in all of our recipes.
To make a recipe...
Simply add the ingredients in the recipe to the bottle and blitz until thick and smooth.
Remember to halve the ingredients if you are using the 300ml bottle.
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Protein Rich Shake
• 300ml skimmed milk
• 2 tbsp unsweetened peanut butter
• 1 small ripe banana, broken into chunks
• 1 large handful of frozen berries
• 2 tbsp oatmeal
Good Morning
• 300ml skimmed milk
• 1 tsp instant coffee
• 30g Vanilla Protein powder
Berry Blitz
• 1 large handful of frozen or fresh berries
• 30g vanilla protein powder
• 300ml skimmed milk
• 6 ice cubes
Chocolate and Banana
• 300ml skimmed milk
• 1 tbsp unsweetened peanut butter
• 30g chocolate protein powder
• 1 small ripe banana
Super Thick Berry
• 300ml chilled apple juice
• 100ml plain natural yoghurt
• 1 small ripe banana
• 1 handful of frozen berries
• 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Tropical Fruit
• 1 small ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 passion fruit, seeds scooped out
• 200ml of light coconut milk
• 100ml concentrated tropical juice
• Juice of half a lime
• Handful of ice
Raspberry Crush
• 300ml chilled freshly squeezed orange
juice
• 1 handful of fresh or frozen raspberries
• 75g Raspberry sorbet
• Mint leaves to garnish
Kiwi and Berry Bliss
• 1 large handful of frozen berries/
blueberries
• 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and diced
• 1 small banana, peeled and broken into
chunks
• 300ml fresh fruit juice
PROTEIN SHAKES
SMOOTHIES
recipes

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recipes
Berry Blitz
• 300ml chilled almond milk
• 1 small ripe mango
• 1 small banana
• 1 handful of fresh or frozen berries
DAIRY-FREE SMOOTHIES
OTHER DRINKS
Soya
• 300ml chilled soya milk
• 20g porridge oats
• 1 small banana, peeled and cut into
chunks
• 7 large strawberries
• Few drops of vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp honey
Vanilla Milkshake
• 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
• 300ml chilled semi skimmed milk
Variations:
Chocolate—Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder.
Strawberry—Add a handful of washed
strawberries.
Berry—Add a large handful of fresh or
frozen berries
• ½ inch fresh root ginger, peeled and
nely sliced
• 1 medium sized carrot, scrubbed and
nely sliced
• 1 large orange, peeled and chopped
• 300ml chilled fresh orange or carrot juice
• 6 ice cubes
Carrot, Orange
and Ginger Juice
FRAPPUCINO
• 200ml cold strong coffee
• 300 ml full fat milk
• Sugar to taste
• 8 large ice cubes
Add all the ingredients to either the Breville®Blend Active®or the Coffee Express™bottle.
Secure the blade and blend for 10 seconds. Serve immediately. You can add 50ml of your
favourite specialty coffee syrup to create your own avoured frappucino.
Did you know that the Breville®Coffee Express™bottle can be used on our Breville®Blend
Active®base to make a frappucino? This is great news if you want to use up that leftover
or forgotten cold coffee.

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cleaning and storage
Ensure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket
if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
Never immerse the motor unit or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.
Never use harsh, abrasive or caustic cleaners to clean this appliance.
The blades have very sharp edges. Take care when handling or cleaning them.
Cleaning
• For ease of cleaning, we recommend that you clean the bottle and cap as soon as you
have nished using them.
• Clean the motor unit with a damp cloth only.
• Wash the blade assembly in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. For
stubborn food deposits stuck around the blade, carefully use a washing up brush.
Alternatively, the blade assembly can be washed in a dishwasher.
• Wash the bottles and lids in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Alternatively, the bottles and lids can be washed in a dishwasher.
Quick cleaning method
1. Half ll a bottle with warm water and a drop or two of detergent then t the blade
assembly. Fit the blade/bottle onto the motor body as described in the section using
your blender.
2. Press and hold the blend button for 10-20 seconds.
3. Remove the bottle, unscrew the blade assembly and rinse them both under running
water.
Storing
Store your blender in its packing or in a clean, dry place. Ensure all parts are dismantled
and keep the appliance out of the reach of children.

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connection to the mains supply
This appliance is tted with either a moulded or rewirable BS1363, 13 amp plug. The fuse
should be rated at 5 amps and be ASTA approved to BS1362.
If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be retted. The
appliance must not be used without the fuse cover tted.
If the plug is unsuitable, it should be dismantled and removed from the supply cord
and an appropriate plug tted as detailed below. If you remove the plug it must not be
connected to a 13 amp socket and the plug must be disposed of immediately.
The wires of the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE – NEUTRAL BROWN – LIVE
The wire which is coloured Blue, must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown, must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured Red.
If any other plug is used, a 5 amp fuse must be tted either in the plug or adaptor or at the
distribution board.
CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL IN THE
PLUG WHICH IS MARKED E OR WITH THE EARTH SYMBOL ( ) OR COLOURED
GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.
This symbol indicates that this unit is a Class II appliance and therefore an earth
connection is not required.
Plug should be BS1363/A approved
Fit a 5 Amp Fuse
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable
is rmly held by the clamp
BROWN
(Live)
5 Amp Fuse
BLUE
(Neutral)

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useful information
Replacement parts
For additional or replacement bottles, please visit www.breville.co.uk or
call us on 0161 621 6900.
Troubleshooting
For troubleshooting and FAQs visit www.breville.co.uk/faqs

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after sales service
These appliances are built to the very highest of standards. There are no user serviceable
parts. Follow these steps if the unit fails to operate:
1. Check the instructions have been followed correctly.
2. Check that the fuse has not blown.
3. Check that the mains supply is functional.
If the appliance will still not operate, return the appliance to the place it was purchased for
a replacement. To return the appliance to the Customer Service Department, follow the
steps below:
1. Pack it carefully (preferably in the original carton). Ensure the unit is clean.
2. Enclose your name and address and quote the model number (located on the rating
label) on all correspondence.
3. Give the reason why you are returning it.
4. If within the guarantee period, state when and where it was purchased and include
proof of purchase (e.g. till receipt).
5. Send it to our Customer Service Department at the address below:
Customer Service Department
Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited
Middleton Road, Royton, Oldham
OL2 5LN, UK
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]