Cuisinart Smart Stick CSB-400CD User manual

INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Smart Stick® Cordless Hand Blender CSB-400CD

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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:
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 electric shock, do not put the charger handle
or motor body of this Smart Stick®Cordless Hand Blender hand
blender in water or other liquids. The blending 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 stick 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 blending shaft from the power handle before
washing the blades or shaft.
10. Blades are SHARP. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with
your hand away from cutting edge. Always store blades with
cutting edge away from you.
11. When mixing liquids, use a tall container or mix 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.

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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.
15. Do not charge batteries with charger plugged into an outdoor
outlet.
16. 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.
17. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by
Cuisinart may cause fire, electric shock or risk of injury.
18. 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.
19. This appliance is intended for household use only and is not for
commercial or outdoor use.
20. Do not use this hand blender for other than its intended use of
preparing foods and beverages.
21. Use extra care when working with hot liquids to avoid
splattering.
22. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not operate any
heating appliance beneath or near the mounted charging handle
unit.
23. Do not mount or store unit over or near a portion of a heating or
cooking appliance, or a sink or washbasin.
24. Unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any routine
cleaning of the charger.
25. Do not operate a damaged charger. Have damaged charger
replaced immediately.
26. Do not incinerate the hand blender, even if it is severely
damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
27. 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 29.) Do not incinerate
or compost batteries, as they will explode at high temperature.
28. 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.
29. Prevent unintentional starting. Never press the Auto Lock/Unlock
switch on the power handle while pressing the Power On switch
unless you are ready to use your blender or whisk.

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30. 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.
31. Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
32. 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.
33. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modi-
fied. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
34. 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.
35. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
product is maintained.
36. Recommended ambient charging temperature 50°F−104°F
(10°C− 40°C).
37. Recommended storage temperature (10°C− 40°C) (50°F−104°F).
38. Use only the power adapter (10.0VDC/1000mA output) supplied
with this product.
39. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized
service representative.
40. 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
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ....................................2
Unpacking Instructions ...................................5
Features and Components ................................5
Assembly..............................................7
Blending Attachment................................7
Whisk Attachment ..................................7
Operation..............................................8
Blending and Mixing ................................8

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Whisking .........................................8
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................8
Tips and Hints ..........................................9
Recipes ..............................................11
Warranty .............................................29
Disposal/Recycling of Batteries ...........................30
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the package containing the Smart Stick
®
Cordless Hand Blender
on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Hand Blender from its box by removing
the power handle, blending shaft, whisk, and beaker. 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 8. Read all
instructions completely for detailed operating procedures.
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 Must be pressed to
unlock before power handle will operate.
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" shaft with stainless steel
blade and blade guard snaps on and off power
handle for easy operation and cleanup.
3. Whisk Assembly
Whisk attachment snaps into the power handle housing.
This attachment is great for whipping cream, egg whites
1. a.
b.
c. d.
e.
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and other delectable treats.
4. 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.
5. Charger Port
Located on back of the power handle at
the top.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before using the Smart Stick®Cordless 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.
NOTE: Blending shaft, whisk attachment, and
mixing beaker are NOT dishwasher safe,
refer to cleaning instructions on page 8.
Read all instructions completely for detailed
operating procedures. The batteries in your Smart
Stick®Cordless Hand Blender 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 Smart Stick®Cordless Hand
Blender 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 2½hours. 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.
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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.
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.
Release
button

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OPERATION
TURNING CORDLESS HAND BLENDER
ON/OFF
The power handle lets you operate the blender and whisk. 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, soups and sauces. It is ideal for combining
dry ingredients, and can also be used to make mayonnaise. 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 flavorful, full-bodied liquid recipes. To avoid splat-
ter, 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
On button first, holding it down as you press the Auto Lock/Unlock
button to turn motor on. Do not hold Power On button down for more
than 2 minutes at a time. To turn the blender motor off, release the
Power On button.
WHISKING
1. Make sure the whisk is attached to the gearbox before attaching it
to the power handle (see page 7). Insert the whisk into the mixture
to be whipped and turn unit on.
2. Begin whisking at Speed 1, gradually increasing speed to avoid
splatters.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
HAND BLENDER
Always clean the power handle and blending shaft thoroughly after
using. Remove the blending shaft from the power handle. Clean the
power handle 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 a mild detergent. Be mindful of the
fixed razor-sharp edges. The blending shaft is NOT dishwasher safe.

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WHISK
To clean the 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.
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 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 recipe
instructs otherwise.
• Liquid should not come closer than 1 inch of where the shaft
attaches to the power handle.
• The hand blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuccino or
lattes. 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 power handle in water or any other liquids.

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FOR WHISK ATTACHMENT
• Do not immerse whisk attachment gearbox in water or any other liquids.
• Use the whisk attachment for whipping heavy cream or egg whites.
• When whipping 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
/
8
teaspoon of cream of tartar per egg white prior to whipping them.
(If using a copper bowl, omit the cream of tartar.) Whip the egg whites
until desired peaks form.
• Whipping the egg whites too long causes them to dry out and become
less stable.
• When adding sugar to whipping egg whites to make a meringue, add it
slowly, when soft peaks just begin to form, and then continue whipping
to form desired peaks.
• When whipping 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.
• It may also be used for any task that you would normally whisk by
hand, like crêpe batters or eggs for omelets.