Cuisinart CSB-300C Service manual

INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Cordless Smart Stick®Hand Blender and Knife CSB-300C
®

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be taken, including the following:
WARING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. To protect against electrical shock, do not put the charger handle
or motor body of this hand blender in water or other liquids. The
drive shaft of this appliance, where blades are interchanged, has
been designed for submersion in water or other liquids. Never
submerge any other portion of this unit. If hand blender falls into
liquid, remove immediately. Carefully remove, clean and dry unit
thoroughly before continuing.
3. This appliance should not be used by children. To avoid possible
accidental injury, close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children or individuals with certain
disabilities.
4. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable
fumes.
5. To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always unplug the unit
from the charger before attaching or removing blades and/or
attachments for cleaning or any other purpose.
6. Illuminated lights indicate unit is ready to operate. Avoid any
contact with blades or movable parts.
7. Once blender is unlocked and/or powered on, avoid any contact
with blades or moveable parts.
8. Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as
well as spatulas and other utensils away from attachments and
mixing container during operation to reduce risk of injury to
persons, and/or damage to the appliance. A spatula may be used,
but must be used only when the unit is not operating.
9. Remove detachable shaft from the power handle before washing
the blades or shaft.
10. Blades and accessory attachments are SHARP. Handle carefully.
Always handle blades with hand away from cutting edge. Always
store blades with cutting edge away from you.
11. When mixing liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities
at a time to reduce spillage and possibility of injury.
12. Charger should be plugged into an electrical outlet away from sink
or hot surface.
13. Do not use an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an
electrical outlet.
14. Do not attempt to use this charger with any other product. Also,
do not attempt to charge the batteries with any other charger.

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15. Do not charge batteries with charger plugged into an outdoor
outlet.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
17. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or
damaged in any way, or is not operating properly. Return the
appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for examination,
repair, or mechanical or electrical adjustment.
18. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by
Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical shock or risk of injury.
19. Make sure the appliance is off and the motor/blade/attachment
has stopped completely before putting on or taking off attach-
ments, and before cleaning.
20. This appliance is intended for household use only and is not for
commercial or outdoor use.
21. Do not use this hand blender for other than its intended use of
preparing foods and beverages.
22. Use extra care when working with hot liquids to avoid
splattering.
23.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not operate any
heating appliance beneath or near the charging unit.
24. Do not mount or store/unit over or near a portion of a heating or
cooking appliance, or a sink or washbasin.
25. Unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any routine
cleaning of the charger.
26. Do not operate a damaged charger. Have damaged charger
replaced immediately.
27. Do not incinerate the hand blender, even if it is severely damaged.
The batteries can explode in a fire.
28.
This product contains lithium batteries which must be recycled at
the end of the life of the hand blender and disposed of properly.
(See Disposal/Recycling of Batteries, page 44.) Do not incinerate or
compost batteries, as they will explode at high temperature.
29. Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If
the liquid gets on the skin, (1) wash quickly with soap and water or
(2) neutralize with mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the
liquid gets into eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 10 minutes. Seek medical attention.
30. Prevent unintentional starting. Never press the Auto Lock/Unlock
switch on the power handle or electric knife attachment while
pressing the Power On switch or trigger unless you are ready to
use your blender or knife.
31. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

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32. Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
33. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery.
Avoid contact with such liquid. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
34. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
35. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive
heat. Exposure to fire or temperatures above 265°F (130°C) may
cause an explosion.
36. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
product is maintained.
37. Recommended ambient charging temperature 50°F−104°F
(10°C− 40°C).
38. Recommended storage temperature (10°C− 40°C) (50°F− 104°F).
39. Use only the power adapter (10.0VDC/1000mA output) supplied
with this product.
40. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized
service representative.
41. To reduce the risk of injury, never place chopper/grinder
attachment cutting blade assembly on cup shaft without first
putting chopper cup properly in place.
42. Be certain the chopper/grinder attachment cover is securely
locked in place before operating appliance. Do not attempt to
remove cover until blade has stopped rotating.
43. Check chopping cup for presence of foreign objects before using.
44. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a
wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug
the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could
create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of
the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Note: The unit comes with overload protection feature if unit stops are
unexpectedly, it must be reset by recharging for a few seconds.

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CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Blending Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chopper/Grinder Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Reversible Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Whisk Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Knife Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Blending and Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chopping/Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Whisking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Carving and Slicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Frequent Uses for Chopper/Grinder Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Disposal/Recycling of Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the package containing the Cuisinart
®
Cordless Rechargeable
Hand Blender on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Hand Blender from its
box by removing the storage pouch containing the power handle,
blending shaft, knife attachment and whisk. Remove all support materials
from the box. Save packaging for possible repacking of the unit.
NOTE: All blades are extremely sharp. Be careful when removing
and/or handling.
Before using the Cuisinart®Cordless Rechargeable Hand Blender for
the first time, we recommend that you wipe the unit with a clean,
damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Dry it thoroughly with a soft
absorbent cloth. To clean all parts see instructions on page 11. Read
all instructions completely for detailed operating procedures.
INTRODUCTION
Introducing another first from Cuisinart. Your new Cordless
SmartStick®Hand Blender and Knife is also a full size, full-power
Electric Knife. Slip our exclusive new attachment onto the power
handle to carve meat or slice bread. With no cord to get in the way,
you can slice a smoked turkey, or blend and whisk right in a bowl on
the counter or pot at the stove. Want to do even more? Attach the
handle onto the chopper/grinder and find out what we mean when we
say we’ve just taken multifunctionality over the top!

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FEATURES AND
COMPONENTS
1. Power Handle
No cord! Operates on two rechargeable 4.0 volt
lithium-ion batteries, with power button within
easy reach. Shaped like a stirring utensil for
comfortable control.
a. Auto Lock/Unlock Button for safe operation.
b. Battery Indicator Lights. Red/Low: Less than
25%. Orange/Normal Use Range: 25–75%.
Green/High: 75–100%.
c. Blue Speed Indicators. Five bars light up to
indicate low to high speed selection.
d. Speed Control. Push button to left or right to
select speed.
e. Power On Button. Press and hold before or
right after pushing Auto Lock/Unlock switch.
NOTE: Operation stops instantly and locks
when Power button is released.
2. Blending Shaft
Detachable 8¾ in. (22 cm) shaft with stainless
steel blade and blade guard snaps on and off
power handle for easy operation and cleanup.
3. Electric Knife Assembly
Snaps onto the power handle creating a
full-size, electric carving knife.
4. Chopper/Grinder Attachment
Chop, mince and grind with the Cuisinart®
chopper/grinder attachment. Chopper/grinder
attaches to the power handle in place of the
blender shaft or whisk attachment.
5. Whisk Assembly
Whisk attachment snaps into the power handle
housing. This attachment is great for whipping
cream, egg whites and other delectable treats.
6. Mixing/Measuring Beaker
Beaker is marked for liters and cups for
convenient measuring. Use for drinks,
shakes, salad dressings, etc. Designed
for easy gripping and drip-free pouring.
7. Charger Port
Located on back of the power handle
at the top.
8. Storage Pouch
Interior dividers safely store power
handle, blending, shaft, knife and whisk.
1. a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
5.
2.
8.
3.
6.
4.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before using the Cuisinart®Cordless SmartStick®Hand Blender and
Knife for the first time, we recommend that you wipe the unit with a
clean,damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Dry it thoroughly with
a soft, absorbent cloth. Handle carefully. Wash the blending blade,
whipping attachment, chopper cup and blade, mixing beaker, knife
blades and detachable shaft by hand or in the dishwasher (upper rack
only). Dry thoroughly before use.
Read all instructions completely for detailed operating procedures.
The batteries in your Cuisinart®Cordless SmartStick®Hand Blender
and Knife have not been fully charged. Before the first use of this
appliance, the batteries must be charged until the green light goes on.
See Charging and Battery Life below.
CHARGING YOUR
BLENDER/BATTERY LIFE
The batteries in your Cuisinart®Cordless SmartStick®Hand Blender
and Knife have not been fully charged. Before the first use of this
appliance, the batteries must be charged until the GREEN battery
indicator light illuminates. With a full charge, your stick blender will run
for approximately 20 minutes, depending on load. Your stick blender
will be fully charged in approximately 2-2.5 hours. You can “quick
charge” your stick blender for 5 minutes of run time in 30 minutes.
Battery Life Indicator Lights: Green: When the unit displays a green
power light, you are between 100% and 75% of battery power
Orange: When illuminated in Orange, you are between 75% and 25%
of battery power. When Red, you are at less than 25% and will need
to charge soon.
Note: do not leave your stick blender uncharged for an
extended period of time, as it will affect the life of the
rechargeable battery.
ASSEMBLY
BLENDING ATTACHMENT
Align the motor body housing with the
blending shaft and push the pieces together
until you hear and feel them click together.
It may be helpful to press the release button
when assembling.
Release
button

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CHOPPER/GRINDER
1. Place the chopping/grinding blade assembly
into center of the chopping cup over metal
blade shaft.
2. Place your ingredients into the chopper cup.
Close cover, rotating clockwise to lock in
place.
3. Connect the power handle to the top of the
chopping cup cover until you hear a slight
click.
REVERSIBLE BLADE
The chopper/grinder attachment is equipped
with a reversible blade – sharp on one side and
blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a
plastic ring that slides over the plastic blade
shaft, so it can be easily turned over to select
the appropriate blade. To reverse the blade, see
detailed instructions below. Also see Frequent
Uses for Chopper/Grinder (page 15).
Assemble the parts.
1. Place the chopping cup on a flat, dry, stable surface.
2. The metal blade assembly shaft (A) is attached to the bottom of
the chopping cup. If not already in place, slide the fully assembled
blade assembly (B) over the top of the metal blade assembly shaft.
2a. Put together the blade assembly if not
assembled: Very carefully connect the blade
ring (C) to the plastic blade shaft (D). Line up
the blade ring opening with the plastic sheath.
There are notches (E) on opposite sides of the
interior of the ring. These fit over ridges on the
sides of the plastic blade sheath (G). Let the
blade ring slide to the bottom of the plastic
shaft. HOLD THE BLADE RING BY THE
CENTRAL HUB HOLDING RIBS (grips) (F) ONLY.
DO NOT TOUCH THE RAZOR-SHARP BLADES. Pick up the blade
ring by its hub holding ribs (grips) and turn it very slightly
clockwise. This locks it in place on the plastic blade sheath and
prevents it from sliding up during processing. Note these important
features of the blade ring. The blade ring can be placed over the
plastic blade shaft in two different ways:
If you hold it this way (A), you will see the
word “Sharp” on the blade. Assemble the
blade this side up to use the sharp edge.
If you hold it this way (B), you will see no
writing on the blade. Assemble the blade
this side up to use the blunt edge.
chopping
cup cover
B
A
C
D
G
F
E

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(See the section on processing food, page 16, for information
about when to use the blunt edge.)
REMOVING CHOPPER/BLADE ASSEMBLY
To remove rotate assembly right or left to release from the cup shaft.
WHISK ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY
Align the motor power handle with the assembled whisk attachment
and push the pieces together until you hear and feel them click
together. It may be helpful to press the release button when
assembling.
Note: Whisk and gearbox are detachable from one another.
KNIFE ATTACHMENT
1. Before first use, separate the blades and wash them in hot, soapy
water or in the dishwasher. CAUTION: BLADES ARE SHARP.
HANDLE WITH CARE. Dry thoroughly.
2. The two blades must be attached before inserting into the
gearbox. Lock the blades together by inserting the rivet on one
blade into the keyhole of the other blade.
3. Holding the blades with the serrated edge facing down, insert
blades into the gearbox until you hear a click. The blades may not
line up evenly when properly inserted. CAUTION: THE BLADES
ARE VERY SHARP. BE CAREFUL WHEN HANDLING THEM.
A BLADE SHEATH IS INCLUDED TO PROTECT YOU AND
YOUR KNIFE BLADE.
B. BLUNT SIDE UP
B.
SHARP SIDE
A.
A.

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OPERATION
TURNING CORDLESS RECHARGEABLE HAND BLENDER
ON/OFF
The power handle lets you operate the blender, chopper whisk
and knife. Keep hands, hair, clothing and other utensils away from
all blades.
BLENDING AND MIXING
The blending shaft is specially designed for mixing and stirring
all kinds of foods, including salad dressings, smoothies, shakes,
powdered drink products and sauces. It is ideal for combining dry
ingredients, and can also be used to make mayonnaise, too. The
blade mixes and stirs while adding only a minimum of air to your
mixture. A gentle up-and down motion is all you need to thoroughly
blend the most flavourful, full-bodied liquid recipes. To avoid
splatter, be sure the protective blade guard on the blending shaft
remains submerged in the liquid while blending. Never remove it
from liquid while the motor is running.
Insert the blending attachment into the power handle. (See Assembly
for Blending Attachment, page 7.) Insert blending shaft into mixture to
be blended. Press and hold the Auto Lock/Unlock button and press
and Power On button to turn motor on. Once motor is on, you can
release the Auto Lock/Unlock button. You can also press the Power
button first, holding it down as you press the Auto Lock/Unlock
button to turn motor on. Do not hold Power button down for more
than 2 minutes at a time. To turn the blender motor off, release the
Power On button.
CAUTION: DO NOT PUT FINGERS NEAR BLADE. TO DISLODGE
FOOD, UNPLUG HAND BLENDER FROM THE OUTLET FIRST.
CHOPPING AND GRINDING
Put the chopping cup firmly on a flat sturdy surface like a countertop.
Be sure the blade is assembled to use the blade edge that is
appropriate for the food to be processed.
Put food unto the chopping cup. Be sure the food is cut into small
uniform pieces and the cup is not overloaded.
Put the chopper/grinder cover on top of the chopping cup. Be sure
the cover is properly seated. Then attach power handle to the cup
cover.
NOTE: To pulse – hold the Auto Lock/Unlock button down while
pressing and releasing the Power On button. Due to the powerful
motor provided with this unit, Cuisinart recommends using one hand
to support the chopper/grinder during operation. When you have
finished processing, release Power On button to turn motor off.
WHEN THE BLADE STOPS MOVING, remove the power handle from
the chopper/grinder cover, and remove the cover from the
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NOTE: Do not operate the chopper/grinder attachment without food
in the chopping cup.
WHISKING
1. Make sure the whisk is attached to it’s the gearbox before
attaching it to the power handles. (See page 9 Insert the whisk
into mixture to be blended, and turn unit on.
2. Begin whisking at Speed 1, gradually increasing speed to
avoid splatters.
CARVING AND SLICING
The knife blades should be assembled and inserted into gearbox
before attaching gearbox to the power handle.
1. Press gearbox onto power handle until you hear a click.
2. The knife has its own Lock/Unlock switch on top of the gearbox.
Slide the switch and immediately press and hold the power
button on the gearbox.
3. Continue pressing the power button as you cut, keeping the
blade straight so thickness of slices is consistent.
CAUTION: NEVER place your hand on top of the blade to
support it while operating the knife, as the blades are designed
to move only back and forth.
4. Blades will automatically stop when power trigger is released.
Press the two blade release buttons on either side of gearbox
to release the blades.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
HAND BLENDER
Always clean the motor body and blending shaft thoroughly after
using. Remove the blending shaft from the motor body. Clean the
motor body only with a sponge or damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
cleaners that could scratch the surface. To clean the blending shaft,
wash by hand in hot water using mild detergent. Be mindful of the
fixed razor-sharp edges.
CHOPPER
To simplify cleaning, rinse the chopping cup, blade and cover
immediately after use so that food won’t dry on them. Do not
submerge the chopping cup cover in water or put in the dishwasher.
Wash chopping blade and chopping cup in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry. Wipe the underside of the chopper/grinder cover with a
BLADE
GEAR
BOX

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sponge or damp cloth to remove any food. Wash the blade carefully.
Avoid leaving it in soapy water where it may disappear from sight.
You can wash the chopping cup and chopping blade on the upper
shelf of your dishwasher. Unload the dishwasher carefully to avoid
contact with the sharp blade. Wipe the motor body and top of the
cover with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately.
WHISK
To clean your whisk attachment, simply release the attachment
from the power handle. Once the whisk is removed, detach
the metal whisk from the gearbox by pulling the pieces apart. To clean
the gearbox, simply wipe with a damp cloth. To clean the metal
whisk, wash with warm, soapy water or put in the dishwasher.
Do not submerge the gearbox in water or any other liquids.
ELECTRIC KNIFE
1. Remove the gearbox from the power handle.
2. To remove the blades, press the blade release buttons on both
sides of the gearbox and grasp the blades with the cutting edge
away from you. Slowly pull blades out from knife handle. To wash,
separate the blades by sliding the rivet out of the keyhole. Wash
them in hot, soapy water or the dishwasher and dry thoroughly.
3. Do not put gearbox into dishwasher or into water. Wipe it with a
damp cloth to clean.
Caution: Do not clean handle with blades in place. Do not immerse
the appliance in water or other liquids or place it under running water.
Any service, other than cleaning and normal user maintenance, should
be performed by an authorized Cuisinart Service Representative.
TIPS AND HINTS
FOR HAND BLENDER
• Be sure the protective blade guard on the blending shaft is fully
submerged before blending ingredients.
• To purée a soup, use the hand blender to blend the soup
ingredients to the desired consistency, using a gentle up-and-down
motion directly in the saucepan or pot.
• When blending ingredients in a pot or pan, tilt the pan away from
you to create a deeper area for blending and to prevent splatter.
• If blending a small volume of liquid, tilt the container slightly for
better results.
• When using a nonstick cooking surface, be careful not to scratch
the coating with the hand blender.
• When blending in the beaker – for example, if making a fruit
smoothie – cut firmer fruit into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces for easy
blending.
• When blending in the beaker, put harder ingredients in first, then
soft ingredients. Finish with any liquid you want to add, unless
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• Liquid should not come closer than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of where the
shaft attaches to the motor housing.
• The hand blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuccino or
lattés. Just warm milk in a small saucepan, and then pulse the
hand blender gently, being sure to keep the blending blade guard
fully submerged.
• Do not let hand blender stand in a hot pot on stove while not in use
• Do not attempt to blend fruit pits, bones or other hard materials,
as these are likely to damage the blades.
• Do not fill mixing containers too full. The level of mixture will rise
when blending and can overflow.
• To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the
surface.
• Using a gentle up-and-down motion is the best way to blend and
incorporate ingredients uniformly.
• Use the hand blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.
• Do not immerse motor body housing in water or any other liquids.
FOR FOOD CHOPPER/GRINDER ATTACHMENT
1. Do not overload work bowl. For best results, most foods should
not reach more than 2∕3of the way up the work bowl.
2. Do not attempt to chop fruit pits, bones or other hard materials, as
these are likely to damage the blades.
3. Pulse food in 1-second increments to chop. For the finest chop,
process continuously. Watch ingredients closely to achieve desired
consistency and scrape the work bowl as necessary
4. For raw ingredients: Peel, core and/or remove seeds and pits.
Food should be between ½ and 1 inch (1.25 to 2.5 cm), depending
on hardness of the food.
5. The size of pieces you put in bowl should be about the same size
to achieve even results.
6. Do not operate chopper/grinder attachment for more than
30 seconds continuously.
7. Liquids in work bowl should not exceed 1½ cups (355 ml).
Use quantities given in the recipe section as a guide.
8. Some spices may scratch the work bowl.
9. When making compound butters, remove the butter from the
refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before blending
the ingredients.
10. Do not immerse chopper/grinder cover in water or any other
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FOR WHISK ATTACHMENT
• Do not immerse whisk attachment gearbox in water or any other
liquid.
• Use the whisk attachment for beating heavy cream or egg whites.
• When beating egg whites use a very clean metal or glass bowl,
never plastic. Plastic can contain hidden oils and fats that can ruin
the delicate egg white foam. To help stabilize the egg whites, add
1/8teaspoon (0.5 cm) of cream of tartar per egg white prior to
beating them. (If using a copper bowl omit the cream of tartar.)
Beat the egg whites until desired peaks form.
• It may also be used for any task that you would normally whisk by
hand, like crêpe batters or eggs for omelets.
• Beating the egg whites too long causes them to dry out and
become less stable.
• When adding sugar to beaten egg whites, add it slowly when soft
peaks just begin to form, and then continue beating to form
desired peaks.
• When beating heavy cream, if possible and time allows, use a
chilled bowl and chill the whisk attachment. The best-shaped bowl
for whipping cream is one that is deep with a rounded bottom to
minimize any splatter.
• The cream should come out of the refrigerator just before
whipping. Whipped cream may be used at either soft or firm peaks
depending on preference. It may be flavored as desired. For best
results, whip cream just before using.
FOR KNIFE ATTACHMENT
• Do not press down when carving or slicing; let the motion of the
blades control the cutting.
• When slicing bread, keep the blades at a right angle to the cutting
board for consistent thickness.
• Be careful to avoid bones when carving meat or poultry; they
could damage the cutting edges of blades.
• When carving or slicing with one hand, be sure to keep the other
hand (which is often holding the item being cut) away from the
blades.

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FREQUENT USES FOR CHOPPER/GRINDER
Ingredient Suggested Blade* Speed Comments
Baby Foods (always
consult a pediatrician
or family physician for
appropriate food
recommendations)
Sharp Blade Low–
High
Place small amounts of cooked food into
chopper/grinder bowl. Add small amount of
appropriate liquid. Pulse to chop, then hold
to blend.
BreadCrumbs –fresh
or dry (day old) Sharp Blade High Pulse to chop, then process until desired consistency is reached.
Hard Cheese (Asiago,
Locatelli, Parmesan,
Romano, etc.) (Not
recommended for softer
cheeses unless making
a dip or dressing)
Sharp Blade High Cut into ¼-inch (0.6 cm) pieces. Pulse to chop, then process until desired consistency
is reached.
Chocolate Sharp Blade High
Cut into ½- inch (1.25 cm) pieces; may chill
in freezer for 3 minutes before chopping.
Pulse to chop, then process, no more than
1 ounce (28 g) at a time, until desired texture
is reached.
Creamy Dressings
and Dips Sharp Blade Low
Place ingredients in chopper/grinder bowl; do
not cover or spill on stem. Use pulse action to
chop, then continuous-hold action to blend to
desired consistency.
Garlic Sharp Blade High Peeled to 6 cloves. Pulse to chop.
Gingerroot (fresh) Sharp Blade High Peel, cut into-½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Pulse
to chop ½ ounce (15 g) at a time.
Hard Spices
(coriander, dill, poppy,
star, anise, etc.) Sharp Blade High Pulse to chop until desired consistency is
reached. Pulse with sharp blade to get fine
results.
Herbs (fresh) Sharp Blade High ½ cup (125 ml); must be clean/dry. Pulse
to chop.
Nuts Dull Blade High
Shelled; toast first for best flavour. Pulse to
chop, process up to a ¹⁄³cup (75 ml) at a time,
until desired consistency is reached. May be
processed to nut-butter stage.
Onion Sharp Blade High Peel, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Pulse to chop, up to ½ cup (118 ml) at a time, until
desired chop is reached.
Vegetables (cooked) Sharp Blade Low–
High
Cut into inch pieces; pulse to chop, up to
½ cup (118 ml) at a time. Add cooking liquid,
stock or milk to process to a purée. It is not
recommended for making mashed potatoes.
Vegetables (uncooked) Sharp Blade High
Peel as needed; cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm)
pieces. Peel celery with peeler to remove
tough strings. Chop/process up to ½ cup
(118 ml) at a time.
Raw Meat (beef, pork) Sharp Blade High 6 oz. or 175 g, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm)
pieces. Pulse until desired consistency.
Simple Blending Dull Blade Low–
High For light mixing and incorporating.
* See page 8-9 for instructions on how to safely change the blade from the sharp side to
the blunt side.

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Berry On-the-Go Smoothie........ 17
Mango-Lime Smoothie............... 17
Protein Shake ............................. 18
Simple Fruit Smoothie................ 18
Cherry-Ginger Smoothie ............ 19
Triple Chocolate Shake .............. 19
Baba Ghanoush ......................... 20
Guacamole ................................. 20
Hummus..................................... 21
Mango Salsa .............................. 21
Spinach, Gruyère
and Artichoke Dip....................... 22
Tapenade.................................... 23
Tzatziki ....................................... 23
Aioli/Mayonnaise ........................ 24
Cranberry Sauce ........................ 25
Garden Vegetable Sauce............ 25
Horseradish Sauce..................... 26
Pesto .......................................... 27
Salsa Verde................................. 27
Yogurt Tahini Sauce.................... 28
Basic Vinaigrette ........................ 28
Caesar Dressing......................... 29
Citrus Vinaigrette........................ 29
Sesame Ginger Dressing............ 30
Spring Asparagus Leek Soup .... 30
Butternut Squash Bisque
with Bacon Sage Butter ............. 32
Cauliflower Soup........................ 33
Zucchini Herb Soup ................... 34
Roasted Tomato and
Red Pepper Soup....................... 35
Winter White Bean Soup............ 35
Chocolate Mousse ..................... 36
Whipped Cream ......................... 37
Belgian Waffles........................... 38
Fresh Herb-Crusted
Pork Loin .................................... 39
Thanksgiving Turkey................... 39
Middle Eastern
Leg of Lamb ............................... 40
Easy Weeknight
Tenderloin ................................... 41
RECIPES

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SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS
Berry On-the-Go Smoothie
The mint in this recipe pleasantly offsets the sweetness
of the berries and the tartness of the cranberry juice.
Try it in any of your favourite fruit smoothies.
Makes 2 cups (500 ml)
½ cup (118 ml) frozen blueberries
1 cup (237 ml) strawberries, hulled and halved
¼ cup (59 ml) packed fresh mint leaves
1 banana, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
1/3cup (75 ml) cranberry juice
1/3cup (75 ml) water
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using an up-and-down
motion, for 1 minute 30 seconds.
2. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 117 (3% from fat) • carb. 29g • sugars 16g • pro. 1g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 7mg • calc. 38mg • fiber 5g
Mango-Lime Smoothie
For a creamier smoothie,
increase the amount of yogurt to ½ cup (125 ml).
Makes a scant cup (>250 ml)
1 cup (237 ml) mango, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks
1/3cup (75 ml) plain full fat yogurt
1½ teaspoons (7.5 ml) fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) grated lime zest
2 tablespoons (30 ml) cold water
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using an up-and-down
motion, for 30 seconds.
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 195 (15% from fat) • carb. 39g • sugars 35g • pro. 5g • fat 3g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 10mg • sod. 53mg • calc. 156mg • fiber 3g

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Protein Shake
Peanut butter, banana and cocoa powder—what’s not to like?
Plus, the combo is packed with protein that is sure to fill you up.
Makes 1¼ cups (310 ml)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) creamy-style peanut butter
1 banana, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
1 tablespoon (15 ml) protein powder
1 teaspoon (5 ml) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon (5 ml) flaxseed*
¾ cup (175 ml) unsweetened almond milk
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using up-and-down
motions, for 1 minute 30 seconds.
2. Serve over ice or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutritional information per serving [about ½ cup (125 ml)]:
Calories 192 (52% from fat) • carb. 18g • sugars 8g • pro. 6g • fat 12g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 4mg • sod. 111mg • calc. 95mg • fiber 3g
Simple Fruit Smoothie
Less is more, especially when it comes to making
a quick and nutritious snack with your hand blender.
Makes a scant 2 cups (>500 ml)
1 cup (237 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1 cup (237 ml) frozen pineapple chunks
¾ cup (170 ml) orange juice
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using up-and-down
motions, for about 1 minute.
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 129 (2% from fat) • carb. 30g • sugar 25g • pro. 1g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg • calc. 20mg • fiber 4g

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Cherry-Ginger Smoothie
Coconut milk beverage, normally found in a carton, is much lighter
than traditional canned coconut milk. Substitute ²∕³cup (150 ml) of
the canned version for a creamier, richer smoothie.
Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
1 cup (237 ml) dark, sweet frozen cherries
¾ cup (175 ml) coconut milk beverage
1 piece [¾-inch (1.9 cm)] fresh ginger, peeled and halved
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using an up-and-down
motion, for about 30 seconds.
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 242 (57% from fat) • carb. 25g • sugars 18g • pro. 3g • fat 16g
• sat. fat 14g • chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 3g
Triple Chocolate Shake
For the chocolate lover.
Makes about 2 cups (500 ml)
¾ cup (175 ml) milk (any fat variety)
1½ tablespoons (25 ml) chocolate syrup
½ teaspoons (2.5 ml) cocoa powder
1½ cups (375 ml) premium chocolate ice cream
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using
the blending shaft, select Speed 3 and blend, using an up-and-down
motion, for 45 seconds.
2. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [½ cup (125 ml)]:
Calories 154 (39% from fat) • carb. 21g • sugars 19g • pro. 3g • fat 7g
• sat. fat 4g • chol. 23mg • sod. 65mg • calc. 110mg • fiber 1g

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Baba Ghanoush
This popular roasted eggplant dip dish is great as a dip for vegetables
or pita, but is also nice as a sandwich spread. To achieve the signature
charred flavour, cooking the eggplant over an open flame is the way
to go, but you can also just broil or roast it in your oven so until the
eggplant is cooked to a soft consistency.
Makes about 1¼ cups (300 ml)
1 medium eggplant [about 1 pound (454 g)], not peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/3cup (75 ml) fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons (30 ml) tahini
2 teaspoons (10 ml) fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) kosher salt
1. Prick the eggplant evenly on all sides with the tines of a fork. Char
the eggplant. This can be done in one of two ways: If you have a gas
stove, you can char over the stove (the faster method). Holding the
eggplant with heatproof tongs, place over the flame of the stove and
carefully turn the eggplant until all sides are blackened. Set aside
to cool slightly. The second method is to char in an oven under the
broiler. Set on a rack fit into a foil-lined baking pan. Place as close as
possible to the broiler/top element and turn every 5 to 10 minutes,
until all sides are charred (this may not get as blackened as it would
over an open flame). It is important for the flesh to be very soft, to
the point where the eggplant is falling apart. This can take anywhere
between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on your oven. Note: This is
a great task for your toaster oven! Once the eggplant is charred, set
aside to cool slightly.
2. Put the garlic into the chopping cup. Process on Speed 5 to chop.
Add the remaining ingredients, and then scrape in the flesh (not the
skin) of the eggplant into the bowl (discard any seeds). Process on
Speed 5 until completely combined.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Nutritional information per serving [2 tablespoons (30 ml)]:
Calories 37 (54% from fat) • carb. 4g • sugars 1g • pro. 1g • fat 2g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 153mg • calc. 33mg • fiber 2g
Guacamole
This popular Mexican specialty is delicious with chips and
vegetable crudités, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
1 small garlic clove, peeled
½ small jalapeño, seeded and quartered
¼ cup (60 ml) grape tomatoes