Blendtec Totalblender User Manual

TotalBlender

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Owner’s Manual
and User Guide

Table of Contents

SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ������������������������������������� 1
SECTION 2 - UNPACKING ������������������������������������������������������� 3

2�1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER

2�2 RECORDING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE

SECTION 3 - TOTA L BLENDER OVERVIEW ���������������������������������� 4

3�1 BLENDER MOTOR

3�2 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY

SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION ���������������������������������������������������� 6
SECTION 5 - OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW ������������������������������������� 6

5�1 MAIN POINTS OF OPERATION

5�2 AUTOMATIC CYCLE OPERATION

5�3 BLEND CYCLES

SECTION 6 - CARE AND CLEANING �����������������������������������������10

6�1 AFTER USE CLEANING

6�2 LONG-TERM SANITATION

6�3 CLEANING TIPS AND CAUTIONS

SECTION 7 - TROUBLESHOOTING �������������������������������������������11

7�1 BLENDER MOTOR WILL NOT TURN ON

7�2 ERROR MESSAGES ON DISPLAY

7�3 NOISE LEVEL CHANGES

7�4 BLENDED TEXTURE UNSATISFACTORY

SECTION 8 - WARRANTY �������������������������������������������������������12

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read all instructions carefully before using your Total Blender™�

This important information has been provided as required by the North American
standards indicated below� Following these instructions will help prevent injuries
and damage to the machine and will ensure that you have the best possible
experience with your Total Blender�

1.1 SAFETY CERTIFICATION

The Total Blender is certified by ETL (Report No� 3018204-4,
3018204-2 & 3018204-3) to comply with UL standard 982
6th ed� 6-19-2009, and to CSA standard C22�2 No� 195-m 1987,
Nov� 1990, R 1994�

This certification ensures that your Total Blender has been
tested for electrical and mechanical safety� The standards in­dicated have been developed over many years to prevent injury,
fire and damage� Part of the certifcation process includes quar­terly audits to ensure that Blendtec is producing equipment to
these stringent criteria�

1.2 TOTAL BLENDER CERTIFICATION

The Total Blender and its accessories are certified by NSF International (NSF)
under Blendtec in the NSF Official Listing�

This certification ensures that your Total Blender has been tested for food
(sanitation) safety� The standards utilized have been developed over many
years to prevent contamination from toxic substances and to ensure ease of
cleaning� Part of the certification process includes an annual audit to ensure
that Blendtec is producing equipment to these stringent criteria�

1.3 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS

• ALWAYS keep ngers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.

• ALWAYS keep all utensils away from the drive socket and blender jar blades

during operation as utensils may damage blades or the blender jar�

• 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 ngers whether it is on or off the motor base.

• NEVER place jar into drive socket if blender motor is operating.

• DO NOT rock or remove the blender jar during operation.

These precautions will prevent personal injury and/or damage to the blender�

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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�

• Unplug the blender motor when not in use, before changing blender locations,

or cleaning�

1.14 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�

1.15 TURN THE POWER SWITCH OFF WHEN NOT IN USE

The Power Switch (ON/OFF switch) is located on the back of the blender motor cover.

1.6 NEVER PUT NON-FOOD ITEMS INTO JAR

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�

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 re, electric shock,

and/or injury and will void the warranty�

1.9 BLENDER JAR MUST BE PROPERLY IN PLACE WHILE APPLIANCE
IS OPERATING

1.10 BLADES ARE SHARP! HANDLE CAREFULLY!

1.11 WARNING, DO NOT BLEND HOT LIQUIDS OR OTHER HOT INGREDIENTS

1.12 USE CAUTION WHEN BLENDING ON THE SOUP CYCLE

When blending on the soup cycle, friction of the blade will heat the con­tents� The vented lid will allow pressure relief� Be careful not to come in
contact with any steam coming from the clear center lid�

1.13 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.

1.16 AVOID TOUCHING THE BLENDER DRIVE SOCKET AFTER EXTENSIVE USE

The blender drive socket may become hot after numerous cycles.

1.17 SAFETY

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 con-

cerning 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�

1.18 THE TOTAL BLENDER IS INTENDED FOR HOME USE ONLY! ANY USE
OF THE TOTAL BLENDER FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES VOIDS
ALL WARRANTIES

1.19 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER WITH MORE THAN THE MARKED
CAPACITY OF THE JAR

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 2: UNPACKING

SAVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

2.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER

You should have received the following items:

• TOTAL BLENDER™ motor base

• Blender jar with lid

• Recipe book

• Owner’s manual

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