Cuisinart CSB-175A Operational manual

INSTRUCTION/
RECIPE BOOKLET
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender CSB-175A

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present,
basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and pull
from electrical outlet. Never pull cord.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not put the motor body, cord
or electric plug of this hand blender in water or other liquids. The
detachable blending shaft of this appliance has been designed for
immersion into water or other liquids. Never submerge any other
portion of this unit. If hand blender falls into liquid, unplug the unit
first, then remove blender immediately.
Do not reach into the liquid without unplugging the unit first.
4. 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.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. During operation, keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and
other utensils away from the blending shaft and any mixing container
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.
7. 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 Centre for examination, repair, or mechanical
or electrical adjustment.
8. Remove detachable shaft from the motor body before washing the
blades or shaft.
9. Blades are SHARP. Handle carefully when removing, inserting
or cleaning the blending shaft.
10. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or mix
in small quantities at a time to reduce spillage, splattering and
possibility of injury from burning.
11. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by
Cuisinart may cause fire, electric shock, or risk of injury.
12. Do not use outdoors, or use for other than its intended use.
13. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stovetop.
14. Make sure the appliance is off, the motor has stopped completely,
and the appliance is unplugged from outlet before putting on or
taking off the blending shaft, and before cleaning.

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15. Maximum rating is based on the 300W optional food processor
attachment that draws the greatest power.
16.
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.
17. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given super-
vision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a per-
son responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
18. Always disconnect the blender from the supply if it is left unattended
and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning;
19. Do not allow children to use the blender without supervision.
20. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards.................................... 2
Unpacking Instructions .................................. 4
Parts and Features...................................... 4
Assembly ............................................. 5
Operation ............................................. 6
Cleaning and Maintenance ............................... 7
Tips and Hints ......................................... 7
Recipes............................................... 9
Warranty ............................................. 18

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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the package containing the Cuisinart
®
Smart Stick Two-Speed
Hand Blender on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Smart Stick Two-Speed
Hand Blender from its box by removing the upper protective insert.
Gently slide the unit from the box. Remove all support materials from the
box and replace the upper insert. Save packaging for possible repacking
of the unit.
NOTE: The blending blade is extremely sharp. Use caution when
removing.
Before using the Cuisinart
®
Smart Stick Two-Speed 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.
Handle carefully. Never submerge motor body housing in water or any
other liquids; wash detachable blending shaft by hand, and the
mixing cup by hand or on the top rack of the dishwasher. Dry thoroughly
before use. Read all instructions completely for detailed operating
procedures.
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Two-Speed Slide Control:
Fingertip control lets you easily select high or low speed.
2. Comfort Handle:
The ergonomic handle allows you to maneuvre the hand blender
with ease.
3. LOCK/UNLOCK Button:
Must be pressed to unlock before power handle will operate.
4. ON/OFF Button:
Simply press and hold down the button to blend. Once the button is
released, blending will stop.
4a. Pulse Feature:
Repeatedly press and release ON/OFF button to PULSE while hold-
ing down the LOCK/UNLOCK button.
5. Motor Body Housing:
Powers the blender.
6. Release Button (not shown)
7. Detachable Blending Shaft:
By pressing the release button on the back of the unit, the shaft will
detach for easy cleaning.
7a+7b. Blade and Blade Guard:
The stainless blade is partially covered by a stainless blade guard that
keeps splatter to a minimum.
8. Mixing/Measuring Cup:
3-cup (24 oz.) mixing cup is top-rack dishwasher safe. Use to blend
drinks, shakes, salad dressings and more. Designed for easy gripping
and drip-free pouring.

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PARTS
1. Two-Speed Slide Control
2. Comfort Handle
3. LOCK/UNLOCK Button
4. ON/OFF Button
4a. PULSE Feature
5. Motor Body Housing
6. Release button (not shown)
7. Detachable Blending Shaft
7a. Blade Guard
7b. Blade (not shown)
8. Mixing/Measuring Cup
ASSEMBLY
Align the motor body with the blending
shaft and slide the pieces together
until you hear and feel the pieces click
together. It may be helpful to press the
unlock button when assembling.
3.
1.
4+4a.
5.
6.
7a.
7b.
7.
8.
2.

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OPERATION
No need to keep holding down the LOCK/UNLOCK button once
the blender is operating.
BLENDING
The specially designed blade blends, mixes and purées all kinds
of foods, including salad dressings, thick smoothies, powdered
drink products, soups and sauces. It can also be used to emulsify
mayonnaise.
This blade is designed to add minimal air to your mixture.
A gentle up-and-down motion lets you achieve the most flavourful,
full-bodied results. Be careful never to remove the blending shaft from
the liquid while in operation.
1. Connect the blending shaft to the motor body housing.
2. Plug electrical cord into a wall socket.
3. Immerse the blade end of blending shaft into mixture to be blended.
You can blend in the mixing cup, bowl, pot, saucepan or pitcher.
4. Simply slide the two-speed switch to LOW or HIGH, depending on
what you are blending.
5. To turn the blender on:
See Operation, illustrations 1, 2, 3 above.
a. Press and hold the LOCK/UNLOCK button.
b. Then press and hold the ON/OFF button.
c. Release the LOCK/UNLOCK button while continuing to hold down
the ON/OFF button.
6. Unplug immediately after use.
NOTE: Do not continuously blend for longer than 30 seconds.
1. Press and hold the
LOCK/UNLOCK
button.
2. Then press and
hold the ON/OFF
button.
3. Release the LOCK/
UNLOCK button while
continuing to hold down
the ON/OFF button.

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PULSE
1. Press and hold the LOCK/UNLOCK button.
2. Then press and hold the ON/OFF button.
3. Repeatedly press and release the ON/OFF button while continuing to
hold down the LOCK/UNLOCK button to PULSE until ingredients
reach desired consistency.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug the Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender before clean-
ing. Clean 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 which
could scratch the surface. To clean the blending shaft, wash by hand in
hot water using mild detergent. DO NOT USE DISHWASHER.
Never immerse the motor body in water.
If 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 Centre for examination, repair or mechanical
or electrical adjustment.
TIPS AND HINTS
1. Liquid should not come closer than 2 cm from where the shaft
attaches to the motor housing.
2. When using with a nonstick cooking surface, be careful not to scratch
the coating with the edge of blender blade guard.
3. Do not immerse motor body housing in water or any other liquids.
4. Cut solid foods into 1 cm pieces for easier blending.
5. Pour liquid ingredients into the mixing cup first, unless recipe
instructs otherwise.
6. Never operate the hand blender continuously for longer than 1
minute. For best results, allow 20–30 of seconds rest time in between
1-minute cycles.
7. To avoid splatter, be sure the protective blade guard on the blending
shaft remains submerged in the liquid while blending. Never remove it
from the liquid while the motor is running.
8. Do not let hand blender stand in a hot pot on stove while not in use.
9. Do not put fruit pits, bones, or other hard material into the blending
mixture, as these are liable to damage the blades.
10. Do not fill mixing containers too full. The level of mixture will rise
when blending, and can overflow.

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11. Adding liquids that are warm, not cold, facilitates blending solids with
liquids.
12. Using a gentle up-and-down motion is the best way to blend and
incorporate ingredients uniformly.
13. To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the
surface.
14. To purée a soup, use the hand blender to first blend the soup solids
to the desired consistency using a gentle up-and-down motion right
in the saucepan or pot. You can quickly change chunky ingredients
and stock into thick and creamy soup.
15. Use the hand blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.

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RECIPES
SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS
Simple Fruit Smoothie
This recipe works great with any type of fruit or juice.
Makes 500ml
½ cup juice (use your favourite)
½ banana (cut into 2cm pieces)
1½ cups mixed fruit, fresh or frozen
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing cup.
2. Blend on High, using a gentle up-and-down motion, until smooth,
about 30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (8 ounces):
Calories 112 (4% from fat) • carb. 28g • pro. 1g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g
chol. 0mg • sod. 6mg • calc. 16mg • fibre 3g
Breakfast Shake for the Road
Nutrition in a cup! Make this smoothie in the morning
for breakfast on the road.
Makes about 500ml
½ cup juice (use your favourite)
½ cup low-fat yoghurt
½ cup peach pieces (fresh or frozen, cut into 1cm pieces)
¼ cup blueberries
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds (optional)
1 frozen banana, cut into 1cm pieces
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing cup.
2. Blend on High, using a gentle up-and-down motion, until smooth,
about 25 to 30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (8 ounces):
Calories 181 (11% from fat) • carb. 38g • pro. 4g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
chol. 4mg • sod. 43mg • calc. 111mg • fibre 4g

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Power Blast Protein Smoothie
Blend this for a post-workout pick-me-up.
Makes about 500ml
½ cup coconut milk
1
/ 3cup low-fat yoghurt
2 tablespoons protein powder
1 banana, cut into 1cm pieces
1 cup mango pieces (1cm pieces)
½ cup pineapple pieces (1cm pieces)
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing cup.
2. Blend on High, using a gentle up-and-down motion, until smooth,
about 25 to 30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (8 ounces):
Calories 270 (40% from fat) • carb. 38g • pro. 6g • fat 13g • sat. fat 11g
chol. 5mg • sod. 68mg • calc. 89mg • fibre 4g
Cherry Ginger Smoothie
Coconut milk beverage is made for drinking, and has fewer calories and
grams of fat than canned coconut milk. For a thicker, creamier shake,
substitute 2 / 3 cup canned coconut milk for the coconut milk beverage.
Makes about 1 cup
1 cup dark, sweet, frozen cherries
¾ cup coconut milk beverage
1 1cm piece fresh ginger, peeled
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing cup.
2. Blend on High, using a gentle up-and-down motion, until smooth,
about 40 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):
Calories 128 (23% from fat) • carb. 24g • pro. 1g • fat 3g • sat. fat 3g
chol. 0mg • sod. 1mg • calc. 1mg • fibre 4g