Blendtec Tom Dickson Extreme Blender Owner's Manual
MANUAL
THE TOM DICKSON EXTREME BLENDER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE #
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1
SECTION 2: UNPACKING 3
SECTION 3: BLENDER OVERVIEW 4
SECTION 4: INSTALLATION 5
SECTION 5: CARE AND CLEANING 9
SECTION 6: OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW 9
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 14
SECTION 8: WARRANTY 15
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SECTION 1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR The Tom Dickson Extreme
Blender™
1.1 SAFETY CERTIFICATION
The Tom Dickson Extreme Blender is certified by ETL (Report
No. 3018204-4, 3018204-2 & 3018204-3) to comply with UL
standard 982 4th ed. 11-29-2001, and to CSA standard C22.2
No. 195-m 1987, Nov. 1990, R 1994 as model ICB7.
1.2 BLENDER CERTIFICATION
The blender and its accessories are certified by NSF International (NSF) under Blendtec in the NSF Official Listing. The model number for
this blender is ICB7.
1.3 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS
• Keep fingers, hands, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts.
• Keep all utensils away from the drive socket and blender jar blades during
operation. Metal utensils may damage blades.
• NEVER put hands into the blender jar or add substances by hand when the
blender jar is on the motor base.
• NEVER touch the blade with your fingers whether it is on or off the motor
base.
• NEVER place jar into drive socket if blender motor is operating.
• DO NOT rock the blender jar during operation.
These precautions will prevent personal injury and/or damage to the blender.
1.4 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER IF IT APPEARS DAMAGED
If the blender malfunctions call your service agent first. If it is dropped or damaged in any way, return the blender to a Blendtec service agent immediately for
examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or possible replacement.
1.5 NEVER OPERATE BLENDER IN LIQUID
To protect against the risk of electrical shock do not put the motor base in
water or other liquid. Do not use the blender outdoors where it is subject to
precipitation.
1.6 NEVER PUT NON-FOOD ITEMS INTO JAR
Metal utensils, rocks, and glass are dangerous if placed in jar. Damage caused
by such foreign objects will void the warranty. Keep hands and utensils out of
jar while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to
the blender. Utensils may only be used when the blender is not running.
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1.7 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER WITHOUT THE LID IN PLACE
1.8 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER USING ATTACHMENTS NOT SOLD
BY BLENDTEC
The use of any unauthorized attachments may cause fire, electric shock, and/or
injury and will void the warranty.
1.9 CONTAINER MUST BE PROPERLY IN PLACE WHILE APPLIANCE IS
OPERATING
1.10 BLADES ARE SHARP! HANDLE CAREFULLY!
1.11 WHEN BLENDING HOT LIQUIDS, THE VENTED LID WILL ALLOW
PRESSURE RELIEF. BE CAREFUL NOT TO COME IN CONTACT WITH ANY
STEAM COMING FROM THE CLEAR CENTER LID.
1.12 POWER CORD PRECAUTIONS
• NEVER operate with a damaged cord or plug. (If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or authorized service agent
to avoid a hazard.)
• DO NOT permit the cord to hang over the edge of the work surface.
• NEVER use an extension cord with the unit.
• Unplug the blender motor when not in use, before changing blender locations, or cleaning.
1.13 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE POWER UNIT
Never remove the blender motor cover. The blender motor does not contain
self-adjustable or serviceable parts. A qualified service agent must make all
service adjustments. Removing the cover or attempting to service the blender
will void the warranty.
1.14 TURN THE POWER SWITCH OFF WHEN NOT IN USE
The Power Switch (ON/OFF switch) is located on the front of the blender.
1.15 AVOID TOUCHING THE BLENDER DRIVE SOCKET AFTER EXTENSIVE
USE
The blender drive socket may become hot after numerous cycles.
1.16 CLOSE SUPERVISION IS NECESSARY WHEN APPLIANCE IS USED
BY OR NEAR CHILDREN AND PERSONS WITH REDUCED CAPABILITIES.
Further, children and persons with reduced capabilities should not play with the
appliance at any time.
1.17 THE TOM DICKSON EXTREME BLENDER™ IS INTENDED FOR HOME
USE ONLY! ANY USE OF THE BLENDER FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SECTION 2
SAVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
USE.
2.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER
You should have received the following items:
• The Tom Dickson Extreme Blender™ motor base
• Black motor stand
• Standard blender jar with lid
• WILD SIDE™ blender jar with lid
• Recipe book
1. Remove blender motor, blender jar, and lid from packaging.
2. Unwind the power cord.
3. Check for any packing material that may have blocked ventilation holes in
the blender motor.
4. Inspect all items to ensure no damage occurred in shipment.
5. If any damage has occurred contact your Blendtec service agent
immediately.
2.2 RECORDING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE
Record your blender motor serial number and date of purchase in the space
below. You will need these when contacting Blendtec for service or questions.
Motor Serial #:
____________________________________________________
(Found on bottom of motor base)
Date of Purchase:
____________________________________________________
Purchased From:
____________________________________________________
2.3 REGISTRATION OF YOUR BLENDER
Register online at www.blendtec.com (select “Product Registration”
under the ‘Service’ tab).
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SECTION 3
The Tom Dickson Extreme Blender Overview
(Refer to Figures 1a, 1b, and 2)
3.1 BLENDER MOTOR
• Blender Base Housing: Houses the power unit in a stainless steel casing.
Never remove the blender base cover. Removal of the cover will void the
warranty.
• Touch Pad: Consists of four pre-programmed buttons that contain settings
for selective blender control, a Pulse button, a Start/Stop button, a Cycle
Menu button, and two Speed control buttons.
• LCD Information Center: Indicates the status of unit as well as overload or
over-temperature conditions.
• Power Unit: This unit is located within the blender motor and contains the
machinery that runs the blender.
• Power Switch: Located on the front panel underneath the LCD display.
3.2 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY
The blender jar assembly consists of the blender jar, blade assembly, and lid.
• Jar: Made from BPA-free copolyester material to provide maximum efficiency and clear visibility of blender performance.
• Blade Assembly: Made from stainless steel and designed to provide fast,
consistent blending.
3.3 POWER SPECIFICATIONS
The Tom Dickson Extreme Blender is made for 110/120 volts circuits only. It is
rated at 20 amps/2400 watts. It is necessary that this unit use a 20 amp receptacle (see FIGURE 1b) and be protected by a 20 amp circuit breaker or fuse.
FIGURE 1a MOTOR BASE AND JAR FRONT VIEW
FIGURE 1b
20 AMP RECEPTACLE
Lid
Jar
Blade Assembly
Motor Base
LCD Diplay
Power Switch
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