Cuisinart IB-5916ATX, SPB-6, 05CU26037, 0511000 User Manual

INSTRUCTION AND

RECIPE BOOKLET

SMARTPOWER CLASSIC™ 6-SPEED BLENDER

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

SPB-6 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 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 Classic™ 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 ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.

21. WARNING: FLASHING LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES.

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.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower Classic™ 6-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. Remove the corrugated insert containing the blender base from box and set aside.

4. Carefully lift blender jar assembly. Be careful not to tip the jar when removing.

5. Remove any additional literature from the box.

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.

CONTENTS

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

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

Introduction ............................................................................................3

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

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

Assembly ............................................................................................... 4

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

Operation ...............................................................................................5

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

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

Dos and Don’ts ......................................................................................7

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

Recipes ................................................................................................... 9

Warranty Information .......................................................................... 18

INTRODUCTION

Now you don’t need to guess which blending speed to use for your favorite drinks, smoothies, dips, soups or salsas! The Cuisinart® SmartPower Classic™ Blender makes it simple, putting the names of the 6 most common blending functions right around the dial. You’ll love the instant ice crush capability, and the recipes in the back of this book are a great way to familiarize yourself with everything this powerful everyday blender can do!

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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 no-mess pouring.

4. Leak-proof Rubber Gasket

(not shown)

Holds the glass jar snugly in position for safe operation.

5. High-quality Cutting Assembly

with Patented Stainless Steel Blades

Is strong enough for all blender tasks, including tough jobs, from ice crushing to chopping delicate herbs.

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. 5-Speed Dial with Push-button Controls

a. 5-Speed Dial Control

Choose from 5 speeds that include stir, chop, mix, purée and liquefy to blend ingredients to the desired consistency.

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.

Note: Blades are sharp...

handle carefully.

c. Ice Crush Button

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

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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® SmartPower Classic™ Blender, begin by assembling the blender jar.

1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside down, and

place it flat on a sturdy surface.

(d)

(c)

2. Position the rubber gasket (b) on the round

opening on the bottom of the blender jar.

3. Turn the cutting assembly (c) upside down,

and place the blade end in the blender jar opening.

(b)

(a)

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.

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 ½-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 Classic™ 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® SmartPower Classic™ Blender into an electrical outlet.

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. “ON” light will flash when unit is 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.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

To begin blending Turn dial to desired speed and press the ON button for continuous blending.

To change speeds While blender is running, turn dial to desired speed.

To pulse Turn dial to desired speed and press the PULSE button.

To crush ice Press and release ICE CRUSH button as needed.

To stop blending Press STOP button. (and deactivate blender)

To stop blending Release button. (in pulse or ice crush mode)

SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

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

Ingredient/Recipe Speed Result Reconstituting frozen juice Mix Smooth and full-bodied

concentrates Mayonnaise Mix Thick and creamy Salad Dressings Purée Completely blended

and emulsified Nuts (shelled, ½ cup or less Chop Coarse to fine

at a time) Pulse to chop Heavy or whipping cream Stir – pulse Thick creamy topping Bread, cookies or crackers Purée – Coarse to fine as desired

(½-inch pieces, 1 cup or pulse/blend less at a time)

Grating/chopping citrus zest Purée – Uniformly fine (add 1-2 tsp. sugar or salt pulse/blend from recipe)

Smoothies, shakes, health drinks Liquefy Smooth, creamy and thick

Baby foods/fruit and vegetable Liquefy Smooth and creamy purées

Frozen cocktails Liquefy Thick and slushy Hard cheeses Purée – Coarse to fine

pulse/blend Spices Purée/liquefy Coarse to fine

pulse/blend Ice Ice crush, Coarse crush to snowy

pulse or continuous

Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upwards. Lifting measured pour lid will not remove cover.

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 STOP 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 Cuisinart® SmartPower Classic™ Blender motor 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 8 for more details.

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 BY PRESSING STOP BUTTON. 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 STOP button and unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from 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 Classic™ Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosionresistant 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 water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.

Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Select Mix and run for 30 seconds, or as needed. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.

DOs AND DON’Ts WHEN USING YOUR BLENDER

DO:

• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.

• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.

• Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then add

remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients are uniformly mixed.

• Cut most foods into approximately ½-inch (1.3 cm) to 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses into pieces no larger than ½-inch (1.3 cm).

• Use the measured pour lid to measure liquid ingredients such as alcohol. Replace measured pour lid after ingredients have been added.

• Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blender jar or cutting assembly.

• Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the cover on.

• Make sure locking ring is tightly attached to blender jar.

• Always remove locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket before cleaning.

• When scraping the blender jar with a spatula, remove the food from the sides of the blender jar and place food in the center of the blender jar, over the cutting assembly.

• When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, bread crumbs, nuts, spices, etc, make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly are completely dry.

• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades stop rotating between pulses. If food tends to stick to the sides of the blender jar when blending, pulse in short bursts.

DON’T:

• Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar.

• Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base without the blender jar attached.

• Don’t attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat egg whites.

• Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar cover on the blender jar while blending.

• Don’t twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.

• Don’t overprocess foods. Blender will achieve most desired results in seconds, not minutes.

• Don’t overload blender. If the motor stalls, press STOP button immediately, unplug the unit, and remove a portion of the food, then continue.

• Don’t use any utensil inside the blender jar while the motor is on.

• Don’t use any container or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart. Doing so may result in injury.

• Don’t place hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.

• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods (except ice cubes or ½-inch pieces of frozen fruit) to glass blender jar. Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.

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