Black & Decker BL1830SG User guide

DIGITAL BLENDING SYSTEM
SISTEMA DE LICUADO DIGITAL

MÉLANGEUR NUMÉRIQUE

Use & Care Manual
BL1800 series

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Canada). Please do not return to the store.

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pas rapporter le produit au magasin.

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PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:

• Read all instructions.

• Unit has a motor protection system. If the indicator
blinks rapidly, unplug and let cool. Plug back in to
restart.

• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not
put blender base, cord or plug in water or other
liquid.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance
is used by or near children.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before
disassembly and before cleaning.

• Avoid contacting moving parts.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions
or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact
consumer support for examination, repair or
electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or, call the
appropriate toll-free number listed in mis manual.

• The use of attachments, including canning jars,
not recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or
injury.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or
counter, or touch with hot surfaces.

• Keep hands and utensils out of container while
blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may
be used but must be used only when the blender
is not running.

• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter
assembly blades on base without the jar properly
attached.

• Always operate blender with cover in place.

• When blending hot liquids, remove the lid cap
from the lid. Do not blend hot liquids in the
personal jar.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• 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
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.

• Do not operate with damaged blades.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

SAFETY FEATURES

POLARIZED PLUG (120V models only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to 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 attempt to modify the plug in any way.

TAM PER-R ESISTANT SCREW

Warning: This appliance is equipped

with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent
removal of the outer cover. To reduce
the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
attempt to remove the outer cover. There
are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Repair should be done only by authorized
service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

A short power-supply cord is provided to

1)
reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2) Longer detachable power cords or
extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.

3) If a long detachable power-supply cord
or extension cord is used,

a) The marked electrical rating of the

extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the
appliance,

b) If the appliance is of the grounded

type, the extension cord should be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and

c) The longer cord should be arranged so

that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.

Note: If the power cord is damaged,
please contact the warranty department
listed in these instructions.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the FusionBlade Digital Blending System!

From delicious smoothies to creamy soups, the FusionBlade blender’s powerful motor

and unique blade design work together to ensure superior blending and crushing

results – for home or on the go.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

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FUSIONBLADE™

DIGITAL BLENDING SYSTEM

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1. Blender Base

2. Digital Control Panel with on/off,
3 speeds plus pulse and pre-
programmed smoothie function*

3. Blending Jar

4. Blending Jar Blade Base

5. Lid

6. Lid Cap

7. Cord storage

8. Personal Jar

9. Blending Blade

(Not included with all models)

10. Personal Jar Travel Lid

(Not included with all models)

11. Mini Jar

(Not included with all models)

12. Grinding Blade

(Not included with all models)

13. Mini Jar Lid

(Not included with all models)

(Not included with all models)

*The layout of the digital control panel may not be the same with all models. Controls may
be designed horizontally or vertically but have the same functionality.

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HOW TO USE

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the
power plug.

• Remove and save literature.

• Please visit www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.

• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING
section of this manual.

BLENDING JAR ASSEMBLY

1. Turn the blending jar upside down and place flat on counter
top or work surface.

2. Place the blending jar blade base in bottom opening of the jar
with blades down. (A)

3. Place jar base onto jar and rotate clockwise until it is tight. It is
important to tighten to avoid leaking while blending. (B)

4. Turn the assembled jar right side up.

5. Place lid with lid cap on blender jar. (C)

6. Uncoil power cord from storage area under the base.

7. Place jar assembly on base.

8. Blender is now ready for use.

A

B

USING YOUR BLENDER

Important: Appliance should always have lid in place when in use.
Caution: Do not place blender jar onto base when motor is running.

1. Make sure appliance is OFF.

2. Place ingredients to be blended into jar. For best results, add ingredients in
the following order:

a. Liquids first: liquids help the blades move easily when you turn on your

blender.

b. Powders(such as protein mixes and cocoa powder): powders should go

after liquids and before solids so they don’t fly up and stick to the lid.
c. Soft foods: such as bananas and cucumbers go next.
d. Hard foods: such as frozen fruits and raw veggies.
e. Ice cubes last: they help pull all other ingredients down towards the blades.

3. Place lid on jar; make sure lid cap is in place.

4. Plug power cord into outlet. Press ON/OFF button. LED should turn a solid
color to signify the blender is in standby mode. After 60 seconds the unit will
automatically power off if no buttons are pressed. The LED will blink slowly
when the blender is in use.

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Note: When in use, do not leave blender unattended. When using hard foods,
such as ice or cheese, keep one hand on the lid to keep blender in place.

5. Select the speed that best suits your desired task. (See SPEED CHART)

Important: Do not hold speed button, simply press the desired speed, watch and
press Pulse/Stop when the desired consistency is achieved. Holding the button
for longer than 30 seconds will cause an error. Unit must be unplugged to reset.

6. For blending tasks – or when blending thick mixtures – use the PULSE
button for several seconds, then release. Repeat until food has desired
consistency. Releasing pulse stops the blending and the unit returns to
STANDBY.

7. Open the lid cap to add ingredients while the blender is running and drop
ingredients through the opening.

Important: Do not remove the lid while the blender is running.

8. When finished, press PULSE/STOP or ON/OFF to stop blending. Make sure
blades have completely stopped before attempting to remove the blending
jar from the base (Refer to troubleshooting for any issues).

9. To remove the jar, grasp the handle and lift up.

10. Remove the lid to pour.

11. Press ON/OFF to power off. Unit will auto shutoff after 60 seconds without
use.

12. Always unplug the appliance when not in use.

USING THE PRE-PROGRAMMED
SMOOTHIE FUNCTION

• Fill the blender jar with the desired ingredients.

• Place the lid on the blending jar. Place the jar and lid on the blender
base securely.

• Press the pre-programmed “SMOOTHIE” button. The blender will automatically
cycle for 30 seconds. LED will blink slowly during operation and will stop
automatically when complete.

• The program can be stopped mid cycle by pressing the PULSE/STOP button.

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USING THE PERSONAL BLENDER JAR

(NOT INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS)
Note: Do not blend hot liquids in the personal jar.

1. Place the personal blender jar on a flat surface with the open end facing up.
Fill the jar with ingredients. Do not fill ingredients past the “20oz.” marking.

Note: For best results, add ingredients in the following order:

a. Liquids
b. Ice
c. Hard Foods
d. Soft Foods
e. Powders

2. Tighten the personal jar BLACK blade base on the open end of the personal
jar with the blade facing down towards the ingredients. It is important to
tighten to prevent leaking during blending.

3. Turn personal jar upside down and place on the blender base, turning
clockwise to lock into place.

4. Select the appropriate speed or use PULSE to blend to desired consistency.

5. Once blending has finished, remove the personal jar by turning counterclockwise
and lifting off the base. Turn the jar over and place it on a flat surface. Always
make sure blades have stopped moving before removing jar.

Important: If the jar gets stuck on the blending base or begins to loosen from the
blade base, follow these steps:

a. Unplug the unit
b. Turn the jar clockwise to tighten jar onto the blade base
c. Turn jar and blade base assembly counterclockwise to unlock
from blending base and lift up.

6. Remove the blade base from the personal jar by turning counterclockwise.
Place the personal jar drinking lid on the personal jar and enjoy your delicious
drinks on the go.

Note: The maximum rating is based on the blender jar attachment. The power
input of the optional personal jar is less than the allowable deviation.

USING THE MINI JAR

(NOT INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS)

The mini jar and mini jar GREY blade base should be used for grinding dry
materials, such as herbs and grains. The mini jar can also be used to make
small portions of everything you would make in the personal jar, if used with
the personal jar BLACK blade base.

Important: The mini jar GREY blade base is designed exclusively for dry
ingredients and therefore can only be used for grinding dry ingredients. DO
NOT use the mini jar blade to blend wet foods. You may make smoothies and

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other wet foods in the mini jar, but you must use the PERSONAL JAR
BLADE BASE.

1. Place ingredients to be blended or grinded in the mini jar.

2. If grinding dry ingredients, screw grinding blade (GREY) until tight. If
blending wet ingredients, screw blending blade (BLACK) until tight.

3. Turn mini jar upside down and place on the blender base, turning
clockwise to secure it in place.

4. Use the PULSE function to blend or grind your ingredients.

5. When finished, unscrew the mini jar from the base and unplug the
appliance.

Note: To avoid overheating during blending, do not use the mini jar for more
than 30 consecutive seconds.

6. Remove the blade base by turning counterclockwise and store dry foods
with mini jar lid.

BLENDING AND GRINDING TIPS AND
TECHNIQUES

• Cut food into pieces no larger than 3⁄4 for use in the blender.

• When preparing foods that have several different kinds of ingredients,
always add liquid ingredients first.

• When ingredients splatter onto the sides of the jar or the mixture is very
thick, press the PULSE/STOP button to turn appliance off. Remove the
lid and use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the jar and to
redistribute the food, pushing food toward the blades. Replace the lid and
continue blending.

• The lid cap holds up to 2oz. of liquid and can be used as a measure when
adding ingredients such as juices, milk, cream or liquor.

• When making bread crumbs or blending dry goods, make sure blending
jar is completely dry.

• Use the #3 speed button when preparing beverages that include ice
cubes or anything frozen; this helps to produce a smoother texture.

• The PULSE function is helpful when short bursts of power are needed,
such as when preparing thick smoothies or milkshakes. Do not use pulse
for more than 10 seconds at a time. Release the PULSE button regularly,
allow the blender to rest briefly, and then continue.

• Do not run blender for longer than 1 ½ minutes at a time.

• Do not use if blender jar is chipped or cracked.

• It is helpful to begin the blending process on the lowest speed and then
increase to a higher speed, if necessary.

• To stop blending at any time, press the PULSE/STOP or ON/OFF button.

• When blending hot ingredients, always let them cool at least 5 minutes
before blending. Before beginning to blend, remove the measuring cup lid
insert and put it back with the opened side tilted away from you. Cover
lid with a cloth to avoid splattering and only use the lowest speed. Do not
blend more than 2 ½ to 3 cups at a time.

• Always operate the blender with the lid on the jar.

• Do not store foods in the blending jar.

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• Do not overfill the blender (the blender is more efficient with less rather
than more).

• Grinding with the mini jar for too long on low speed will overheat the
machine and cause the Automatic Overload Protection to turn the machine
off. To prevent overheating, use high speed to maximize the motor’s cooling
fan and to achieve the most uniform consistency of grains and herbs.

• Grinding some dry material in the mini jar for more than 2 minutes could
damage the appliance. Regular use over time may result in cosmetic
damage to the container and may cause the blades to dull.

• Grinding some herbs may release oils that discolor the jar permanently.

• Grinding some herbs and spices may cause the container to crack.

• Always make sure the mini jar is completely dry before grinding herbs
and beans.

DO NOT USE BLENDER TO BLEND:

• Large pieces of frozen foods

• Tough foods such as raw turnips, sweet potatoes and potatoes

• Bones

• Hard salami, pepperoni

• Boiling liquids (cool for 5 minutes before place in blending jar)

• Egg whites

• Dough

• Meats

SPEED CHART

Function Food Type Speed Setting

1 Stir

2 Chop

3 Dressings

Smoothie
Program

Mix
Crumb

Whip
Blend

Batters
Dips

Smoothie
Icy drinks

Prepare salad dressings
Mix ingredients for baked goods
Make cookie, cereal, bread crumbs

Chop fruits, vegetables, and
cooked meats. Whip whipped
cream or butter.
Blend salsas

Puree fruits and vegetables
Blend milkshakes and malts
Prepare Sauces
Grind hard cheeses, cooked meats
and coconut

Fruit smoothie
Yogurt smoothie
Protein shake
Margaritas
Slushies

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CARE AND CLEANING

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified
service personnel.

• Make sure the unit is unplugged before cleaning. Wipe the blender base
using a damp cloth. Do not immerse the blender base in water.

• Lift the blending jar by the handle off the base.

• Remove lid and lid cap.

• Wash removable parts, including the personal jar and mini jar, by hand or
in the dishwasher. Place the blending jar on the bottom rack and the rest
of the parts on the top rack only.

Caution: Blades are sharp. Handle with care when hand washing.

CLEANING TIPS:

• For quick cleanup, combine 1 cup hot water and a drop of liquid dish soap
in the blending jar.

• Cover and blend on medium for about 30 seconds.

• Discard liquid and rinse thoroughly.

Important:

• Do not place the jar parts in boiling liquids.

• Do not immerse the base in liquid. Wipe the base with a damp cloth and
dry thoroughly.

• Remove stubborn spots by rubbing with a damp cloth and nonabrasive
cleaner.

Note: If liquids spill onto the base, wipe with a damp cloth and dry

thoroughly. Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on parts or finish.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Cause Solution

LED blinking
quickly
(100 msec/time)

Blender stops/
goes into
STANDBY mode

Blender overheated or
button held longer
than 30 seconds.

Blending time exceeds

2.5 minutes.

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Unit must be reset. Unplug to
reset. Let unit cool for at least
20 minutes.

Re-select appropriate speed
setting to start blender.

RECIPES

MIX AND MATCH SMOOTHIE (FOR PERSONAL BLENDER JAR)

MAKES 2 (8 OZ.) SERVINGS

To create your own signature Smoothie, place a ½ cup of fruit juice, ½ cup fresh
fruit, 1 cup of plain or vanilla flavored yogurt and 4-5 ice cubes in your personal
blender. Blend on #3 setting 15 seconds or until smooth. For best results, omit
ice cubes if using frozen fruits. Here are some ideas to get you started:

JUICES FRUITS YOGURT

Orange Blueberries Plain
Cranberry Strawberries Vanilla
Apple Bananas Fruit Flavored
Pineapple Mangoes
Pomegranate Peaches

NOTE: Smoothie thickness will vary based on type of fruit used. Adjust
ingredients to your own desired consistency. For 4 servings, double the
ingredient amounts and use the full size blender jar.

BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING

This creamy, fresh dressing is great with any salad greens. Try it as a dip with
chicken wings or as a dip for your favorite veggies.

• ½ cup sour cream

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 1 Tbsp. fresh chopped parsley

• 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped

• 2 tsp. lemon juice

• 1/8 tsp. each, salt and pepper

Place all ingredients in blender jar. Cover; press Blend/Stir and run 30 seconds
or until blended. Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days. Stir before using.
For a larger batch, double the recipe and prepare using the full size blender
jar. Makes about 1 cup.

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QUICK AND EASY SALSA

This fast and easy restaurant-style salsa is a great substitution for fresh Pico
de Gallo when tomatoes are no longer in season. Serve it with your favorite
chips or as a topping for tacos.

• 2 cans (10 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chilies

• ½ small onion, quartered

• 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded, deveined

• 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed

• ½ cup loosely packed cilantro leaves

• 1 Tbsp. lime juice

• 1 tsp. sugar

• ½ tsp. cumin

• ½ tsp. salt

Place all ingredients in blender jar. Cover and pulse 30 seconds or to desired
consistency. For a small batch, cut recipe in half and blend in your personal
size blender jar.

GREEN SMOOTHIE

• 1 to 1 ½ cups fresh spinach

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
(may substitute water)

• ½ cup fresh pineapple, cut
into pieces

• ½ cup mango, cut into pieces

• 1 banana

• 1 TBS ground flax seeds

Add milk then spinach to blender
jar and blend until smooth. Add ground flax seeds and fresh fruit
and blend again. Garnish with pineapple and a straw!

Makes 6 (1 cup) servings

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WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER
SERVICE INFORMATION

For support or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate
800 number listed within this section. Please DO NOT return the product
to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to
manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult
our Product Protection Center at www.prodprotect.com/applica .

Two-Year Limited Warranty
(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does my warranty cover?

• Your warranty covers any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, the
liability of Spectrum Brands Inc. will not exceed the purchase price of product.

How long is the warranty period?

• Your warranty extends two years from the date of original purchase with proof of
purchase.

What support does my warranty provide?

• Your warranty provides you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is
either new or factory refurbished.

How do you get support?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.

• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call toll-free
1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.

• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

What does my warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use

• Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect

• Products that have been modified in any way

• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase

• Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit

• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit

• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so
this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law affect my warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that
vary from state to state or province to province.

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