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Cleaning and Maintenance
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Any
servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified
appliance repair technician.
WARNING: Never immerse the motor base, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.
Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
Whenever possible, rinse parts immediately after processing to make clean up
easier.
Always handle blades using the blade collar.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling blades. Do not touch the blades with
your fingers as the blades are very sharp and can cause injury if touched.
If necessary, recommend using a small nylon bristle brush to remove processed food
from the blade and the blade area.
For a quick clean up, fill processing cup one-quarter full with clean, warm water.
Refer to the steps under Operating Instructions and pulse several times using the
blending blade. Rinse thoroughly.
Remove travel lid. Wash travel lid and tumbler in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
WARNING: Never use rough scouring pads or abrasive cleaners on any plastic or
metal parts as this will damage the surface.
Processing blades, tumbler and lid are all top rack dishwasher safe.
The motor base may be wiped with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry thoroughly.
WARNING: DO NOT IMMERSE THE MOTOR BASE IN WATER.
Store the appliance in its original box or in a clean, dry place.
Never store the appliance while it is hot or plugged in.
Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance. Never place any stress on cord,
especially where the cord enters the unit, as this may cause the cord to fray or
break.
Important Guidelines
Read all instructions before using.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications.
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put cord, plugs, or appliance in
water or other liquid.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons or property, never use this appliance in an
unstable position.
Do not use the tumbler if it is cracked or chipped.
Do not mix hard ingredients or solid foodstuff without liquid.
Do not overfill. Failure to add enough liquid before processing may cause the
tumbler to break or chip.
Do not let the cord hang over edges of tables, counters or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas, electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Do not operate the appliance without anything in it to prevent damaging it.
Use the appliance only with its corresponding accessories.
Blades are sharp. Hold by the blade holder.
Avoid contacting moving parts.
Do not remove the product when it is operating.