Cuisinart SSB3U Soup Maker Plus User manual

Soup Maker Plus
SSB3U

Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of external timer or separate remote-
control system.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Children should always be supervised to ensure they do not play with this product.
4. Not for use by children. Keep out of reach of children during and after use.
5. The temperature of all surfaces marked with this symbol will be very hot when the appliance
is in use. DO NOT TOUCH these surfaces as possible injury could occur. Allow to cool completely
before handling this appliance.
6. The outer surface may get hot when the appliance is in use.
7. Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if damaged,
or if the appliance has been dropped. Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. In the
event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault, contact the Cuisinart Customer Care Line
(refer to “UK After Sales Service’’ section for further information).

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart Soup Maker Plus.
For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the very finest kitchen equipment. All
Cuisinart products are engineered for exceptionally long life, and designed to be easy to use as
well as to give excellent performance day after day.
To learn more about our products and for recipe ideas, visit our website www.cuisinart.co.uk.

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Contents
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Cautions &Wiring Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Soup Maker
1. Preparing to use your Soup Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2. Using your Soup Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
A. Using your Soup Maker for Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
B. Using the Slow Stir Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
C. Using your Soup Maker for Blending Hot Ingredients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
D. Using your Soup Maker for Blending Cold Ingredients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3. Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4. Hints &Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning &Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
UK Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
UK After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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Product Description
Lid with Removable Measuring Cup
On/Off Button
Motor Base
Glass Jar Assembly includes:
Glass Jar
Max Fill Level:
1750ml (Cold Use) / 1400ml (Hot Use)
Non-Stick Heating Plate
Jar Collar
Blade Assembly
Slow Stir Button
Blending Dial
Heat Control
Timer Control
Non-Slip Rubber Feet

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Safety Cautions
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference.
Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance.
This appliance should be used only as described within this instruction book.
nEnsure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are removed from the Soup Maker before
first use.
nAlways inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if damaged, or if the
appliance has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault, contact the Cuisinart
Customer Care Line (See “UK After Sales Service” section).
nDo not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. In the event of a damaged lead discontinue use immediately. If
the lead is damaged it must be replaced with a special lead available from the manufacturer or its service agent
(See “UK After Sales Service”).
nWhilst in use the surfaces will become extremely hot. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use handles.
nUnplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning the appliance.
To disconnect, press the ‘ON/OFF’ button and then remove the plug from the mains.
nThis appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
nChildren should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this product.
nNot for use by children. Keep out of reach of children during and after use.
nDo not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended by Cuisinart.
nTo protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse motor base, cord or plug in water or
other liquids.
nIf motor stalls, switch off and unplug from the mains. Leave for 30 seconds and switch appliance back on.
nDo not leave the lead hanging over the edge of a kitchen table or worktop. Avoid contact between the lead and
hot surfaces.
nFor indoor use only.
nFor domestic use only.
nThis appliance should only be used for preparation of drinks/food as described within the instructions for use that
accompany it. Please retain these instructions for future reference.
nAlways ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket. Never pull the plug out
of the mains socket by its lead.
nTo avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in use.
nIf this appliance is used for re-heating foods, ensure the food is piping hot before eating.

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nDo not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote control system.
nThis appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 04/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
06/95/EC (Safety of domestic electrical appliances).
nIMPORTANT – Child safety: THIS APPLIANCE GETS HOT! Always keep out of the reach of children during and
after use. This appliance should not be used, cleaned or maintained by children.
Always take extra care if used near children.
nWARNING: Polythene bags over the product or packaging may be dangerous. To avoid danger of
suffocation, keep away from babies and children. These bags are not toys.
The temperature of all surfaces marked with this symbol will be very hot when the appliance is in use.
DO NOT TOUCH these surfaces as possible injury could occur.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Instead it should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local council office or your
household waste disposal service.

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UK Wiring Instructions
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
nBLUE = NEUTRAL
nBROWN = LIVE
nYELLOW &GREEN = EARTH
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colour marking identifying
the terminals on your plug, proceed as follows:
nThe wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N.
nThe wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L.
nThe wire which is coloured YELLOW &GREEN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
E or the symbol.
This appliance is supplied fitted with a BS1363 mains plug and a BS1362 13A fuse. If this plug is removed from the
appliance please ensure it is disposed of safely as a disconnected plug is dangerous if reconnected to the mains. If
any other type of plug is used, a 13A fuse must be fitted.

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The Soup Maker
1. Preparing to Use Your Soup Maker
nBefore first use, and after each use, clean the glass jar thoroughly (see Cleaning &Maintenance section).
nPlace the motor base on a a dry, flat, sturdy surface.
nTo fit the glass jar assembly to the base of the Soup Maker, position the jar unit on the motor base so that the
arrow on the jar collar is level with the arrow on the base (fig. 1). Push the jar down into place (fig. 2).
Blend
Simmer
Low
Time
High
Off
Stir
Pulse
Heat
fig. 1 fig. 2
Glass Jar
Assembly
Motor
Base
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The glass jar assembly is one complete unit which includes the blade assembly, glass jar, handle, cooking plate
and collar. Do not attempt to remove the glass jar from the collar.
nTake care when placing the glass jar on the motor base as incorrect positions may damage the interlock switch
and could prevent the unit from running.
nTo remove the lid from the glass jar, grip the edges of the lid firmly with one hand and lift upwards. To replace,
simply position over the jar and press down firmly (ensure the pouring spout on the jar is covered by the
protrusion on the lid).
nTo remove the measuring cup from the lid, lift up and away. To replace, position the cup over the lid, aligning
with the corresponding grooves in the lid.
nYour Soup Maker is now ready to use.

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2. Using Your Soup Maker
A. Using your Soup Maker for Cooking
nPrepare your ingredients.
nRemove the lid (see section1)
nAdd your base ingredients and then replace the lid and measuring cup, ensuring the pouring spout on the jar is
covered by the protrusion on the lid.
nPlug the unit into an appropriate mains socket. The ‘ON/OFF’ button will begin to flash.
nPress the ‘ON/OFF’ button and it will stop flashing. The unit is now in ‘stand-by’ mode and is ready to use.
nNow set the cooking time. The timer can be set for up to 30 minutes. When switched on, the timer will default
to ‘0’ and you can then set the cooking time by pressing the ‘+’ or ‘-’ buttons. Every time you press one of these
buttons, you will hear a beep and the time will increase or decrease by one minute. By holding the button down,
you can scroll through the time quickly.
NB: You can increase or decrease the cooking time using the ‘+’ and ‘-’ buttons at any time during the cooking
cycle. The screen displays the cooking time remaining.
nNext, select the heat setting. There are 3 possible settings:
o SIMMER: up to 80°C - use to simmer soups and liquids
o SAUTE: up to 90°C - use to brown base ingredients
o HIGH: up to 100°C - use to bring liquids to the boil
nTo reset the settings, press the ‘ON/OFF’ button. The button will resume flashing and any setting you had selected
will be cancelled.
nWhen you’ve selected the desired cooking time and temperature, the unit will immediately start the cooking
cycle for the programmed time.
N.B The appliance may smoke a little and release a slight odour during first use; this is normal.
nThe cooking time and heat setting can be changed at any time during the cycle. You may want to adjust the heat
setting as you add more ingredients to your recipe.
nAdd extra ingredients e.g. further vegetables and stock by either removing and replacing the lid, or via the
measuring cup. Ensure the lid and measuring cup are replaced correctly each time ingredients are added.
nYou can use the slow stir function during cooking to gently mix ingredients. See section 2B for more information.
WARNING: There may be a lot of steam when the lid or cup are removed. To avoid burning, cover with a cloth or
take particular care when removing either parts.

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N.B The maximum capacity when preparing hot ingredients is 1.4L. Do not exceed this.
nWhen the cooking time has finished, 4 beeps will sound to let you know that the cooking cycle has ended and
the unit will automatically switch off.
nYou can then proceed to blend your recipe (see section 2C) or serve your recipe.
nUnplug from the mains socket and then lift the jar up and away from the motor base holding the handle only. Do
not twist the jar.
nRemove the lid and serve your recipe.
nDo not store food or liquid in the glass jar. Empty and clean thoroughly after use (see Cleaning &Maintenance
section)
WARNINGS:
nAlways make sure the lid and measuring cup are in place before cooking and blending.
nSteam will escape around the measuring cup when the Soup Maker is in heat mode. This is normal, but handle
with care as steam can burn.
nThe heating element is hot when the Soup Maker is in heat mode. Do not touch the underside of the collar.

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B. Using the Slow Stir Function
nThe Soup Maker is equipped with a slow stir function which can be activated at any time in the cooking cycle.
nTo activate, press the ‘SLOW STIR’ button. The blades will automatically stir the ingredients for a maximum of
30 seconds. If you do not wish to stir for this long, press the ‘SLOW STIR’ button again and the blades will stop
turning.
IMPORTANT: Ensure you allow a minimum of 2-3 minutes between each time you use the slow stir function.
nThe ‘Slow Stir’ button is designed to stir chopped base ingredients during sautéing and to stir your recipe once
liquid has been added. It is not designed to stir large chunks of meat or vegetables without liquid in the jar.
nIf you use the slow stir function with large chunks of meat or vegetables with no liquid in the jar you may find
that chunks of food become lodged beneath the blades. To dislodge, turn the Soup Maker off and unplug at the
mains. Remove the lid and gently dislodge with a non-metal utensil before restarting the cooking process.
nThe slow stir function is ideal if you want to maintain a chunky texture to your recipe.
nThe slow stir function uses an intelligent sensor to sense the load of the food/liquid inside the jar. The speed of
the stir will automatically adjust depending on the ingredients inside the jar. It is therefore normal to notice an
increase/decrease in the speed of the stir. There will be some noise when stirring as the blades turn. This normal.

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C. Using your Soup Maker for Blending Hot Ingredients
nAfter cooking, you may want to blend your recipe to achieve a puréed or smooth consistency. As a safety feature
the blending dial can only be activated when the cooking process is complete.
nEnsure the lid and measuring cup are correctly fitted, ensuring the pouring spout on the jar is covered by the
protrusion on the lid.
N.B The maximum capacity when blending hot ingredients is 1.4L. Do not exceed this.
nCheck that the Soup Maker is in standby mode (see section 2A).
nTurn the rotating dial on the control panel to activate the blend function.
nThe blender speed ranges from ‘1’ (low) to ‘4’ (high). However, as a safety feature, only settings 1 and 2 can be
used when blending hot ingredients. Select the speed you wish to use by turning the dial clockwise. You can
reduce the speed by turning the dial anticlockwise. Start on the lowest speed and gradually increase the speed
until you have the desired consistency.
nThe ‘PULSE’ setting cannot be activated when blending hot liquids (over 60°C).
nYou may add more ingredients during blending but we would recommend pausing blending, and adding
ingredients either by removing the lid or via the measuring cup. Replace the lid and measuring cup before
resuming blending to prevent liquid escaping.
WARNING: There may be a lot of steam when the lid or cup are removed. To avoid burning, cover with a cloth or
take particular care when removing either parts.
nTurn the blender control dial to the ‘OFF’ position once the desired consistency is reached.
nDo not use the blender for more than 3 continuous minutes. This is the maximum time for the motor. If the
blender function is used for longer than 3 continuous minutes, the unit will shut itself down.
nAfter blending, unplug from the mains socket and then lift the jar up and away from the motor base holding the
handle only. Do not twist the jar.
nRemove the lid and pour your recipe.
nDo not store food or liquid in the glass jar. Empty and clean thoroughly after use (see Cleaning &Maintenance
section).

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D. Using your Soup Maker for Blending Cold Ingredients
nPrepare your ingredients.
nAdd your ingredients and then replace the lid and measuring cup, ensuring the pouring spout on the jar is covered
by the protrusion on the lid.
N.B The maximum capacity when blending cold ingredients is 1.75L. Do not exceed this.
nPlug the unit into an appropriate mains socket. The ‘ON/OFF’ button will begin to flash.
nPress the ‘ON/OFF’ button and it will stop flashing. The unit is now in ‘stand-by’ mode and is ready to use.
nTurn the rotating dial on the control panel to activate the blend function.
nThe blender speed ranges from ‘1’ (low) to ‘4’ (high). Select the speed you wish to use by turning the dial clockwise.
You can reduce the speed by turning the dial anticlockwise. Start on the lowest speed and gradually increase the
speed until you have the desired consistency.
nThe blender also has a ’PULSE’ setting which can be activated by turning the dial anticlockwise from the ‘OFF’
position.
nYou may add more ingredients during blending but we would recommend pausing, then adding ingredients either
by removing the lid or via the measuring cup. Replace the lid and measuring cup before resuming blending to
prevent liquid escaping.
nIf you want to achieve a thicker consistency for your recipe, instead of using speeds 1-4, blend using the pulse
function for total control. Turn the dial to ’PULSE’ and watch closely until the ingredients reach your desired
consistency.
N.B. Pulses should be short bursts, making sure you allow the blades to stop rotating in between each pulse.
nDo not use the blender for more than 3 continuous minutes. This is the maximum time for the motor. If the blender
function is used for longer than 3 continuous minutes, the unit will shut itself down.
nAfter blending, unplug from the mains socket and then lift the jar up and away from the motor base holding the
handle only. Do not twist the jar.
nRemove the lid and pour your recipe.
nDo not store food or liquid in the glass jar. Empty and clean thoroughly after use (see Cleaning &Maintenance
section).

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3 Safety Features
Your Soup Maker is equipped with the following safety features to ensure safety when blending hot liquids.
nAs a safety measure, the blender speed may only be activated when the cooking process is complete. You can
however, use the ‘SLOW STIR’ function at any stage during the cooking process.
nIf the temperature inside the glass jar is below 60°C, all 4 blending speeds and the pulse function can be
operated.
nIf the temperature inside the glass jar is between 60-120°C only speeds 1 and 2 on the blending dial can be
operated.
nIf the temperature inside the glass jar is over 120°C, the blending dial will be completely deactivated. If you
attempt to use the blending dial when the temperature inside the glass jar is over 120°C it will not function -
instead the LED lights on the ‘SAUTE, ‘SIMMER’ and ‘HIGH’ functions will flash. You should set the blending dial
back to the ‘OFF’ position and wait a moment until the temperature inside the glass jar has cooled and then try
using the blending dial again.
nThe unit is fitted with a thermostatic control to monitor the temperature during use. This means that the
temperature will cycle during use which is normal.
nIf the blender function is used for longer than 3 continuous minutes, the unit will shut itself down. This is the
maximum time for the motor.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the Soup Maker. If the motor stalls, turn the Soup Maker off immediately, unplug the
unit and carefully remove a portion of the food before continuing.

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4 Hints &Tips
nIf you are sautéing ingredients on the hot plate, always use butter or oil. Ensure that the butter/oil goes onto the
heating plate and not onto the blades.
nUse the measuring cup in the lid to measure liquid ingredients. Always replace after ingredients have been added.
nWhen blending cold ingredients, in order to achieve best results when chopping fresh herbs,
garlic, onions, citrus zest, bread crumbs, nuts and spices, make sure the glass jar and blades are completely dry.

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Cleaning &Maintenance
nAfter use, switch the Soup Maker off and unplug from the mains socket. Lift the glass jar up and away from the
motor base, holding the handle only. Do not twist the jar.
nBefore first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly.
nPeriodically check all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE
THE SOUP MAKER. Contact the Cuisinart Customer Care Line (See “UK After Sales Service” section).
nCAUTION: Blade is very sharp. Handle with care.
nTo clean the complete Glass Jar Assembly (glass jar, cooking plate and collar) firstly ensure the part has cooled
after cooking. Simply add approximately 0.5L of warm water and a little washing up liquid to the glass jar. Set
the timer for two minutes and press the ‘SIMMER’ button. When the water is hot turn the heater off; blend liquid
on speed 1 for 1 minute. Repeat using clean water. This may help release any food that maybe on the underside
of the blades. Alternatively, wash the glass jar in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
NB: Do not use excessive amounts of washing up liquid.
NB: Ensure both the glass jar and the electrical socket underneath the jar are thoroughly dry before connecting to
the Soup Maker base.
nTo clean the non-stick base we recommend the use of a bottle scrubbing brush which makes it easy to clean
underneath the blades.
nTo clean the lid and measuring cup, wash in hot soapy water.
nWipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue, and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive
cleaners on the housing base. Apply any cleaning agent to the cloth, not the base.
nNever submerge the motor base in water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.
nMake sure all the parts are clean and dry before storing.
nNever wrap the cord around the outside of the Soup Maker. Instead, coil loosely by the side of the appliance.
nNever immerse the plug, lead or housing in water or any other liquid.
nNever immerse the glass jar in water or put cold water in the jar straight after heating; allow it to cool down
first.

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UK Guarantee
This Cuisinart appliance is guaranteed for consumer use for 3 years. This guarantee covers defects under normal use
from date of purchase and ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repairs by unauthorised persons. If the
appliance does not perform satisfactorily due to defects in materials or manufacture, it will be repaired or replaced
through Conair UK After Sales Service. No responsibility will be accepted for any damage caused in transit. The
Conair Group Ltd reserves the right to amend terms and specifications without prior notice.
This guarantee in no way affects your statutory rights.
UK After Sales Service
For further advice on using the appliance or should you need to return your product, please contact the Conair
Customer Care Line on 03702 406 902 (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday) or email your enquiry to
[email protected]
The return address is:
Customer Care Centre
Conair Logistics
Unit 4 Revolution Park
Buckshaw Avenue
Buckshaw Village
Chorley
PR7 7DW
Please enclose your returns number, name and address details, together with a copy of proof of purchase and
details of the fault.

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