Cuisinart CB-18BK Specifications

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INSTRUCTION AND

RECIPE BOOKLET

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

CB-18 Series

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor
base of blender in water or other liquid.

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

4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from
blender jar. Never put hands into the blender jar or

container, or handle the blades with appliance plugged in.

5. Avoid contact with moving parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to nearest Cuisinart service
facility for examination, repair, and/or mechanical or electrical
adjustment.

7. The use of attachments, including canning or ordinary jars, not
recommended or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical
shock, or risk of injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

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

10. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending, to

reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to
blender itself. A rubber or plastic spatula may be used but

must be used only when the blender is turned OFF.

11. When blender is in ON mode, and LED lights are flashing or
glowing, do not touch cutting assembly, interfere with blade
movement, or remove blender jar cover. Accidentally touching
a speed button may activate the blender.

12. BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.

13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly on
base unless the blender jar is properly attached.

14. Always operate blender with the cover in place.

15. Never leave your blender unattended while running.

16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center
piece of cover) to allow steam to escape.

17. Twist on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades
accidentally become exposed.

18. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may
result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury.

Regarding your cord set: A longer cord has been provided so
that you will have flexibility in positioning your Cuisinart
SmartPower™Blender near an electrical outlet. Exercise care
when using the longer cord, to avoid entangling or tripping over
the cord. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the counter or tabletop, where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over. Excess cord should be stored in the
cord storage area at the back of the blender base to avoid
injury caused by the longer cord.

19. Wash the blender jar, cutting assembly, locking ring, and cover
before first use.

20. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICALSHOCK
OR FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE
DONE ONLY BYAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

NOTICE:

This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the
other). To reduce the 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 plug in any way.

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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart®SmartPower
Basics

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18-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before

unpacking.

2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from
top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert.

3. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.

4. Remove the lower corrugated insert containing the blender jar
assembly. Be careful not to tip the jar when removing..

To assemble the blender, follow the “Assembly” instructions on page
4 of this instruction booklet. Replace all corrugated inserts in the
box and save the box for repackaging.

Before using for the first time: Wash all parts according to the
“Cleaning and Maintenance” section on page 6 of this booklet to
remove any dust or residue.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2

Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3

Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Helpful Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Easy Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6

Do’s and Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

Recipe Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 8

Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 19

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations. The Cuisinart®SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed
Blender is one of the easiest to use and most versatile blenders
you’ll ever own. It operates with a simple 18-speed twist dial and
fingertip On, Off and Pulse controls. This smart blender even has a
separate Ice Crush button located right in the center of the speed
control dial, to let you quickly crush ice for summer drinks or to cool
a bowlful of shrimp.

A powerful 500-watt motor effortlessly blends even the biggest
batches of frozen fruit smoothies, creamy summer soups, or
high-protein power shakes. The professional-quality stainless steel
blade works with the 18 speeds to precisely blend even delicate
ingredients to exact recipe specifications. You can coarsely chop a
chunky tomato tapenade or guacamole, or smoothly blend delicate
vinaigrette. This blender even mixes batter for breakfast specialties,
like healthy multigrain banana waffles.

The tightfitting lid has a removable measuring cap to let you add
ingredients while blending and to keep countertops clean. And a
spillproof spout on the big 48-ounce heavy glass blender jar makes
serving quick and easy. When it’s time to clean up, you’ll be pleased
to know that everything goes right into the dishwasher.

Happy blending!

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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Note: Blades are sharp… tough jobs, from ice

handle carefully. crushing to chopping

6. Locking Ring

Is self-aligning so that the glass blender jar slides easily into
position.

7. Heavy-duty Motor Base

Is so sturdy and stable, it will not “walk” on your counter –
even during ice crushing!

8. 18-Speed Dial with Push-button Controls
a. 18-Speed Dial Control

Choose from 18 speeds to blend ingredients to the desired
consistency.

1. Cover

Just press on. Tightfitting
seal resists leakage.

2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid

Allows you to measure
and add ingredients with­out removing the cover.

3. 48-oz. Glass Jar with
Dripless Pour Spout

Has a unique, sturdy,
widemouth design and a
dripless pour spout for no­mess pouring.

4. Leak-proof Rubber

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Gasket (not shown)

Holds the glass jar snugly
in position for safe
operation.

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5. High-quality Cutting
Assembly with Patented
Stainless Steel Blades

Is strong enough for all
blender tasks, including

delicate herbs.

b. Pulse Button

Set the dial to the desired speed and press the Pulse
button. Pulse at any speed to blend ingredients only as
much as needed.

c. Ice Crush Button

Press the ice crush button to begin crushing. This button is
preset to the best speed for crushing ice.

9. Slip-proof Feet

Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks
on countertops or tables.

10. Cord Storage (not shown)

Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing
excess cord.

USE AND CARE

ASSEMBLY

To use your Cuisinart

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Blender, begin by assembling

the blender jar.

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(c)

1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside
down, and place it flat on a
sturdy surface.

2. Position the rubber gasket (b) on the

(b)

round opening on the bottom of the
blender jar.

(a)

3. Turn the cutting assembly (c) upside
down, and place the blade end in the
blender jar opening.

Note: Blades are sharp… handle carefully.

4. Secure the rubber gasket and cutting assembly into position
by placing the smaller opening of the locking ring (d) on top of
the cutting assembly. Engage threads by twisting the locking
ring clockwise until tightened. Make sure locking ring is tightly
fastened to blender jar. Once assembled, turn the blender jar
right side up.

5. Push the cover onto the top of the blender jar. Push the meas­ured pour lid into the cover.

6. Place the blender jar on the motor base so that the jar mark­ings are facing you and the handle is positioned to one side.

7. Plug in power cord. Your blender is now ready to be used.

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HELPFUL REMINDERS

• Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be
added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour
lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid.

• Cover should always be in place while the unit is on.

• Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor
is running.

• Do not twist locking ring off blender jar when removing blender jar
from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.

• Boiling liquid or solid frozen foods (with the exception of ice cubes
or 1/2 inch [1.3 cm] pieces of frozen fruit) should never be placed
in the blender jar.

• Do not place ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids into a blender
jar which has come directly from a hot dishwasher.

• Do not place very hot liquids or foods into a blender jar which has
come directly from the freezer. Boiling liquids should cool for
5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.

• Follow “Cleaning and Maintenance” instructions on page 6, prior
to your first use.

OPERATION

1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart®SmartPower Basics

Blender onto a flat, sturdy surface. It is important that the
surface be clean and dry. Assemble the blender by following
the assembly instructions. Once the jar is assembled and is in
position on the motor base, plug the Cuisinart

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Blender into an electrical outlet.

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2. Add all necessary ingredients to the blender jar, and replace

the cover. You may add more ingredients by lifting the
measured pour lid and dropping ingredients through the fill
area. Replace the measured pour lid after adding ingredients.

Do not place hands into blender jar with blender
plugged in.

Note: Add liquid ingredients first, then follow with solid ingredients.

This will provide more consistent blending and prevent unnecessary
stress on the motor.
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upwards.
Lifting measured pour lid will not remove cover.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

To Activate Blender Press ON- The blender is in ON mode.
To Begin Blending Press desired speed button.
To Change Speeds Press desired speed button.
To Pulse

To Crush Ice In ON mode, press and release

To Stop Blending Press OFF button.
(and Deactivate Blender)
To Stop Blending Release button.
(in Pulse or Ice Crush Mode)

In ON mode press PULSE, then press and
release desired speed button as needed.

ICE CRUSH button as needed.

SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

Refer to this guide to choose the best speed for your desired result.

Ingredient/Recipe Speed Result

Reconstituting frozen juice 8 - 12 Smooth and full-bodied

concentrates
Mayonnaise 10 - 12 Thick and Creamy
Salad Dressings 10 - 14 Completely blended and

Nuts (shelled, 1/2 cup or less 2 - 6 Coarse to fine

at a time) pulse to chop

Heavy or whipping cream 2 - pulse Thick creamy topping

Bread, Cookies or Crackers 12 - pulse/blend Coarse to fine as

(1/2 – inch pieces, 1 cup or desired

less at a time)

Grating/chopping citrus zest 12 - Uniformly fine

(add 1 – 2 tsp. Sugar or salt pulse/blend

from recipe)

Smoothies, shakes, health drinks 14 - 18 Smooth, creamy and thick
Baby foods/fruit and vegetable 14 - 16 Smooth and creamy

purées
Frozen cocktails 16 - 18 Thick and slushy
Hard cheeses 12 - pulse/blend Coarse to fine

Spices 12 - 18 Coarse to fine

pulse/blend

Ice Ice Crush, Coarse crush to snowy

pulse or
continuous

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3. TO START BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending your
ingredients. Press the ON button for continuous blending. The
LED light will illuminate when the blender is on.

4. TO STOP BLENDING: To stop the blending process, push the
OFF button.

5. PULSE MODE: The pulse mode allows you to create a burst
of power for quick, efficient blending. To use the pulse
function, choose a speed for blending your ingredients. Push
and release the PULSE button. Repeat as desired. You
determine the duration of each pulse. While you are pulsing,
the LED indicator light will glow. The pulse function can be
used to break apart larger pieces of food or to control the
texture of food when chopping. The pulse function is also
effective in starting the blending process when you do not
want continuous power, or when processing items that do
not require an extended amount of blending.

6. TO CRUSH ICE: The SmartPower Basics
is strong enough to crush ice without liquid at any speed;
however, for your convenience, we have preset the best speed
for ice crushing. To give you greater control, the ice crush
function automatically operates as a pulse function. To crush
ice, place ice cubes in the blender jar, and place the cover
and the measured pour lid on the blender jar. Press the
ICE CRUSH button. Press the ICE CRUSH button in short
pulses until ice is crushed to desired consistency. See the
"Recipe Tips" section on page 7 for more details.

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7. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help
remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT

USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER
OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue

blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the
blender jar before blending.

8. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the OFF button and
unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the
blender jar off the motor base until the blender is off. Do not
twist locking ring off blender jar when removing jar from motor
base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not place

hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always unplug your Cuisinart®SmartPower Basics™Blender
from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made
of corrosion-resistant parts which are easy to clean. Before first
use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically
check all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or
blender jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER.

Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up
and away. Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise.
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm
soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.

Place the locking ring in the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash
in warm water.

CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and
may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from
cutting assembly.

Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in
warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in upper rack
of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy
water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can also be
placed upside down in dishwasher.

Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any
residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in

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