
is not a toy. Close adult supervision is necessary
when used by or near children. Please do not leave this unit unattended with
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
• Read all instructions before using.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not put the cord, plug or the motor
assembly in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near
• Unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after
the appliance malfunctions or if the appliance is dropped or damaged
in any manner. If you experience any problems with your machine,
unplug it immediately from the electrical outlet and call Back to Basics
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by Back to
may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in a heated oven.
• Turn off the machine before removing the mixing container from the base
and before placing the mixing container on the base.
• Do not run motor without mixing container properly attached to motor
base or when mixing container is empty.
• Keep hands and utensils (other than included stir stick) out of container
while mixing ingredients to reduce risk of severe injury to persons or
• Blades are sharp; handle carefully.

• Do not blend excessively hot liquids. Never pour boiling water into the
• Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use.
• To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never pull on cord to
• Never leave the house while the appliance is on.
• A short cord set is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. The marked
electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so
that it will not drape over the counter top where it can be
minutes before running the motor again.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the appliance

from defects in materials and workmanship under normal household use for
A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required
Any appliance submitted for repair must be sent (transportation charges prepaid)
Back to Basics Products, Inc.

by twisting the blade base
tightly fastened to the mixing jar and that the rubber gasket is properly com-

to begin the mixing of ice and other hard
runs the unit at low speed. This speed
mixing container is conveniently marked to create perfect
Add any combination of liquid ingredients up to the
We are, of course, partial to the Back to Basics
smoothie mixes, which quickly
until the total level reaches the
line on the side of the mixing container. Frozen ingredients include
With the lid on and the stir stick set in the hole on the lid, pulse the mixture 2 or 3
the ingredients are completely mixe
To serve the smoothie, press the switch to
the valve and press down the valve lever. Stir the contents in the mixing container
the bottom of the mixing container, a thick mix may stop dispensing. Add a few
tablespoons of liquid to increase flow. When the mixing container is empty, turn the

You can continue making smoothies one after another, but be sure to give the
a 5 minute break after 3 minutes of continuous use.
To make a thicker smoothie, add more
To make a thinner smoothie, add more
from the mixing container and rubber gasket for cleaning; turn it
To disassemble dispensing valve for cleaning:
The stopper and pin are tightly fit and need not be separated.

Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at

Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting until smooth. While the machine is running, move the Stir
Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting until smooth. While the machine is running, move the Stir

cups frozen pineapple chunks
Pour liquid ingredients into the smoothie maker. Add all frozen
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at

cups frozen pineapple chunks
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting until smooth. While the machine is running, move the Stir
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting until smooth. While the machine is running, move the Stir
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting until smooth. While the machine is running, move the Stir

setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at
setting for 30 seconds; then blend at

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