Cuisinart HB154PCJU User manual

Multi Stick Plus
HB154PCJU

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart Multi Stick Plus.
For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the very nest kitchen
equipment so that cooks at home as well as professional chefs have the tools
to express their creativity.
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.That is
why they have come to be regarded as the dening machines in their eld by
chefs across the world.
Whatever you cook, cook it better with Cuisinart.

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Contents
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Instructions for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
A Blending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
B Whisking.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
C Hints &Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cleaning & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
UK Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
UK After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Product Description
One touch On/Off pulse button
Comfort grip handle
Detachable stainless steel blending attachment
Whisk attachment
Measuring/blending jug
Motor housing
Protective anti-splash guard
Stainless steel whisk attachment

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Read all the instructions thoroughly before using the appliance and keep in a safe place
for future reference
Safety Cautions
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.
ßTo protect against electrical shock, do not put the motor body, cord or electrical plug of this hand
blender in water or other liquid.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 appliance before removing it. Do not reach into the liquid
without unplugging the unit rst.
ßThis appliance should not be used by adults or children whose lack of experience, product
knowledge or disability might cause a hazard, unless they have been correctly instructed and are
adequately supervised.
ßChildren should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this product.
ßDo not use any accessory or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended by Cuisinart.
ßUnplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning or changing parts. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.
ßDo not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
ßDo not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
ßAvoid contact with moving parts.
ßRemove detachable shaft from the blender before washing the blades or shaft.
ßBlades are SHARP. Handle carefully when removing, inserting or cleaning.
ßWhen mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities at a time
to reduce spillage, splattering and possibility of injury from burning.
ßTo avoid splashing, do not turn the hand blender on until the blade is beneath the surface of the

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mixture and do not pull the hand blender out of the mixture while blender is running.
ßFor indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.
ßFor domestic use only.
ßMake sure the appliance is off, the motor has stopped completely and the appliance is unplugged
from the mains outlet before putting on or taking off attachments and before cleaning.
ßAlways 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, remove the plug from the mains outlet
then contact the Cuisinart Helpline (see “UK After Sales Service” section). No repair should be
carried out by the user.
ßUnplug from the mains outlet when not in use and before cleaning.To disconnect, remove the plug
from the mains outlet. Never pull the plug out of the mains outlet by its lead.
ßAlways ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains outlet.
ßThis appliance complies with the requirements of Directives 04/108/EEC (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and 2006/95/CE (Electrical Safety of Domestic Appliances) amended by Directive
93/68/EEC (CE marketing).
ßWARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety hazard. Ensure the
cut off plug is disposed of safely.
ßWARNING: 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 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 ofce or your household waste disposal service.

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Instructions for Use
A Blending
ßAlign the motor housing with the blending attachment and slide the pieces together until you
hear and feel the pieces click together. It may be helpful to press the release button when
assembling.
ßPlug into an electrical outlet.
ßPlace blending shaft into mixture to be blended, ensuring the anti-splash guard is submerged.
ßPress and hold the ON/OFF button.
ßThe hand blender will continue to run as long as the button is pressed in.
ßTo turn hand blender OFF, release the ON/OFF button and the motor will stop.
N.B. Do not hold the button ON for longer than 60 seconds at a time.
ßUnplug immediately after use.
ßThis blade mixes and stirs while adding only a minimum amount of air to your mixture. A gentle
up-and-down motion is all you need to make the most avourful, full-bodied liquid recipes. Be
careful never to remove the hand blender from the liquid while in operation.

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B Whisking
ßAlign the end of the stainless steel whisk attachment with the small opening of the whisk
attachment housing
ßPush end into opening until it locks into position.
ßAlign the motor housing with the fully assembled whisk attachment and slide the pieces together
until you hear and feel the pieces click together. It may be helpful to press the release button
when assembling.
ßPlug electrical cord into an electrical outlet.
ßPlace the appliance into mixture that will be whisked.
ßPress and hold the ON/OFF button. The hand blender will continue to run as long as the switch
is pressed in.To turn appliance OFF, release the ON/OFF button and the motor will stop.
N.B. Do not hold the button ON for longer than 60 seconds at a time.
ßUnplug immediately after use.

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C Hints & Tips
ßLiquid should come within 2.5cm of where the shaft attaches to the motor housing.
ßWhen using with a non-stick cooking surface,be careful not to scratch the non-stick coating with the hand
blender.
ßDo not immerse motor housing in water or any other liquid.
ßCut most solid foods into 2.5cm (1’’) cubes for easy blending.
ßPour liquid ingredients into the measuring jug rst, unless recipe instructs otherwise.
ßTo avoid splashing, do not turn the hand blender on until the blade is beneath the surface of the
mixture and do not pull the hand blender out of the mixture while appliance is running.
ßDo not let hand blender stand in a hot pot on stove while not in use.
ßDo not put fruit stones, bones or other hard material into the blending mixture, as these will damage
the blades.
ßDo not overll measuring jug.The level of mixture will rise when blending, and can overow.
ßAdding liquids that are warm, not cold, facilitates blending solids with liquids.
ßFor recipes requesting ice, use crushed ice (not whole cubes) for best results.
ßUsing a gentle up-and-down motion is the best way to blend and incorporate ingredients
uniformly.
ßTo whip air into a mixture, always hold the whisk just under the surface.
ßTo make a soup creamy in texture, use the hand blender to purée the soup solids to the desired
consistency using a gentle up-and down motion in the saucepan.You can quickly change your soup
into a thick and creamy blend.
ßThe hand blender is also suitable for frothing milk for a cappuccino or latté.
ßUse the hand blender to make smooth gravies and sauces.
ßFor best results when adding celery to a recipe, use a vegetable peeler to remove tough outer
strings from the celery before blending.