Black & Decker FX350, FX350B User Manual

Chopper (FX350) / Chopper Blender (FX350B)

(with FX350B)

First Use Safety Recommendation

Please read through this booklet for safe and efficient use of the appliance
even if you are familiar with using this appliance.

Keep this guide handy for future reference.

FX350 / FX350B

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

While using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and/or injury to persons, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:

• Read all instructions carefully.

• To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT IMMERSE the appliance, cord set or
plug water or other liquids.

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

• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug before cleaning, changing
accessories or approaching parts which move in use.

• Never pull the cord when unplugging from the power outlet.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an
authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the appliance by the cord or pull it to
disconnect it from the power outlet. Always grip the plug & pull to disconnect.

• Do not use outdoors.

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

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

• Do not use the appliance for other than the intended use.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance
manufacturer may cause hazards.

• For household use only.

• Do not leave this appliance unattended in use.

• To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the
same circuit.

• If an extension cord is used, please ensure it is correctly wired and rated for use
with this appliance. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. The extension cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counters or table tops where
it could be pulled by children or tripped over.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself; instead take it to your nearest
Black & Decker-owned or Authorised Service Centre for repair.

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Parts Identification

1. Blender lid cap (FX350B)

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2. Blender lid (FX350B)

3. Blender jar (FX350B)

4. Blender Blade (FX350B)

5. Cover

6. Chopper Blade

7. Bowl

8. On / Off switch

9. Motor housing

10. Blade release button

6

10

2

5

6
7

8

9

10

1

3

4

FEATURES

• 700W

• Single speed pulse operation

• 1 litre Blender jug (FX350B only)

• Brake

• Non-slip feet

• Stainless steel blades

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Before first use:

• Before using your Chopper Blender for the first time, make sure it is disconnected from the electrical supply,

then remove all packaging.

• All parts should be cleaned before use.

• Clean all parts as recommended in the section “How to take care of your Chopper/Chopper Blender”

• The motor housing (9) must only be cleaned with a damp cloth, and dried thoroughly before use.

• To clean the Blender jar (3), add 0.5L of warm water and a little detergent to the jar.

• Fit the jar to the Motor housing & connect it to a suitable electrical supply.

• Run the Blender for a few seconds until clean.

• Rinse, repeat & rinse again.

• Dry carefully, taking care when approaching the blades as these are very sharp.

• All other parts can be washed using a mid detergent and warm water. These parts are not dishwasher safe

and must be hand washed.

• After washing, rinse and allow all parts to dry thoroughly before re-assembly and storing.

• Take care when handling the cutting blades as they are sharp.

How to assemble your Chopper (FX350)

• Place the motor housing (9) on a flat, stable surface.

• Place the bowl (7) over the stem on the motor housing.

• Fit the blade (6) over the boss on the bowl. Press down gently to make sure it is locked in place.

• Fit the cover (5) over the bowl; rotate anti-clockwise to lock in place.

Note: The chopper will not work unless the cover is correctly fitted.

How to assemble your Blender (FX350B)

• Place the motor housing (9) on a flat, stable surface.

• Place the blender lid (2) on top of the blender jar; rotate anti-clockwise to lock in place.

• Fit the blender lid cap (1) into the blender lid & rotate anti-clockwise to lock in place.

• Place the Blender jar (3) on the motor housing and rotate it in an anti-clockwise direction until it locks in

place.
Note: The blender will not work unless it is correctly fitted.

How to use your Chopper (FX350)

• This appliance is designed to chop dry ingredients such as meat.

• Do not use this appliance for any other purpose. For indoor domestic use only.

• Prepare the ingredients by cutting them into small cubes and place them in the bowl (7). Do not over-fill the

bowl.

• Fit the cover (5) over the bowl and rotate anti-clockwise to lock in place.

• To avoid a hazard, this appliance must only be used for chopping dry ingredients.

Note: The chopper will not work unless the cover is correctly fitted.

Press the on / off switch (8) down.

• The unit should only be operated for 5 to 15 second pulses only. Never operate the chopper continuously

for longer than 45 seconds at a time. Always allow the appliance to cool down for a minimum of 15 minutes
before next use.

• When the correct consistency is achieved, disconnect the unit from the electrical supply.

• Remove the cover,the blade and then remove the bowl & transfer the ingredients to a suitable container.

• Take care when handling the cutting blades as they are sharp.

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How to use your Blender (FX350B)

• Your Black & Decker blender has been designed for the following applications: blending, mixing and

crushing of solid and liquid food and beverage ingredients. This product is intended for household use only.

• Prepare the ingredients and place them in the jar (3). Do not over-fill.

• Fit the lid (2) over the bowl and the lid cap (1) to it, rotating both in an anti-clockwise direction to lock them

in place.

• Place the Blender jar (3) on the motor housing and rotate it in an anti-clockwise direction until it locks in

place.

• Do not open lid until the blades come to a complete stop.

Note: The blender will not work unless it is correctly fitted.

Press the on / off switch (8) down.

• The unit should only be operated for 5 to 15 second pulses only. Never operate the chopper continuously

for longer than 45 seconds at a time. Always allow the appliance to cool down for a minimum of 15 minutes
before next use.

• When the correct consistency is achieved, disconnect the unit from the electrical supply.

• Remove the jar from the motor housing. Remove the lid & pour the ingredients into a suitable container.

• How to take care of your Chopper (FX350) / Chopper Blender (FX350B)

• The appliance must be cleaned thoroughly after each use.

• Make sure the appliance is switched ‘OFF’ and unplug the unit from the power supply before cleaning.

NOTE: NEVER IMMERSE the motor housing (9) IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

• To clean motor housing, wipe clean with a damp cloth. Allow to dry thoroughly before re-using or storing.

• To clean the Blender jar, add 0.5L of warm water and a little detergent to the jar.

• Fit the jar to the Motor housing & connect it to a suitable electrical supply.

• Run the Blender for a few seconds until clean. Rinse, repeat & rinse again.

• Dry carefully, taking care when approaching the blades as these are very sharp.

• All other parts can be washed using a mid detergent and warm water. These parts are not dishwasher safe

and must be hand washed.

• After washing, rinse and allow all parts to dry thoroughly before re-assembly and storing.

• Take care when handling the cutting blades as they are sharp.

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Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to
you, do not dispose it off with other household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Use of recycled materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces the demand for raw
materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal
waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and recycling of Black & Decker products once they have
reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any
authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf. You can check the location of your nearest
authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual.
A list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contact are
available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com

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