Cuisinart PowerBlend 600 SPB-10 Series - Manual (Page 6)

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deactivated and stopped at any speed by pushing the
Off button. You will need to press the On button again to
continue blending.
7. PULSE MODE: While the blender is turned on, you can create
a burst of power for quick, efficient blending, by activating the
pulse function. To do so, first push the Pulse button, which will
cause the pulse indicator light to flash. Next, push and release
the desired speed button. Repeat as desired. You determine
the duration of each pulse. While pulsing, all indicator lights
(the on, the pulse, and the desired speed lights) will glow. The
pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food
or to control the texture of food when chopping. The pulse
function is also effective in starting the blending process when
you do not want continuous power, or when processing items
which do not require an extended amount of blending.
8. TO CRUSH ICE: The PowerBlend 600 ™ Electronic Blender
motor is strong enough to crush ice without liquid at any
speed; however, for your convenience, we have preset the best
speed for ice crushing. To give you greater control, the ice
crush function automatically operates as a pulse function. To
crush ice, place ice cubes in the blender jar, and place the
cover and the measured pour lid on the blender jar. Press the
On button. Press the Ice Crush button in short pulses until ice
is crushed to desired consistency. See the Recipe Tips section
in the Recipe Booklet for more details.
9. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help
remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT
USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER
OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue
blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the
blender jar before blending.
10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the Off button and
unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove
the blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off.
Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing jar
from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do
not place hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart ® PowerBlend 600 ™ Electronic
Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is
made of corrosion-resistant parts, which are easy to clean. Before
first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly.
Periodically check all parts before reassembly. If any part is
damaged or blender jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE
BLENDER.
Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up
and away. Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise.
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm
soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Place the locking ring in the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash
in warm water.
CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and
may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from cutting
assembly.
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in
warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in upper
rack of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm
soapy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can
also be placed upside down in dishwasher.
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove
any residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base
in water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.
TIP: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as
follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into
assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on
STIR for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender
jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket
and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts
thoroughly.
DOs AND DON'Ts WHEN USING
YOUR BLENDER
DO:
• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as
that stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
• Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then add
remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients are
uniformly mixed.