West Bend SITSELP Owner's Manual

SLUSHIE EXPRESS

Instruction Manual

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

Operating Precautions ............................................................................................. 2

Electricity Precautions..............................................................................................3

Precautions For Use Around Children...................................................................... 4

Slushie Cup Precautions..........................................................................................4

Using Your Slushie Express

Cleaning Your Slushie Express™............................................................................6

Recipes.................................................................................................................... 7

Warranty .................................................................................................................. 8

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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© 2007 Back To Basics®, a Brand of Focus Electrics, LLC.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.

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

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• The use of accessory attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by

Focus Electrics may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

• Do not operate if the appliance is not working properly or if it has been damaged
in any manner. For service information see warranty page.

• Do not leave unit unattended while plugged into an electrical outlet.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• For household use only.

To prevent personal injuries, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• Blades are sharp. Use extreme caution during assembly, while operatin g,

disassembly and cleaning.

• Do not use if blades are broken, cracked or loose.

• Always hold slushie cup while processing for stability.

• Do not leave appliance unattended while it is operating.

• Do not remove slushie cup from base until the motor has stopped completely.

• Do not use a cracked, chipped or broken slushie cup.

• Do not blend hot liquids.

• Avoid contacting moving parts.

• To reduce the risk of injury, never place blade base on motor base without

slushie cup properly attached.

• Do not use this appliance on the stovetop, under broiler, in the oven, in the

refrigerator or freezer.

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To prevent electrical shock, personal injury or property damage, read and
follow all instructions and warnings.

ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric
parts in water or other liquids.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors.

• Always unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not
recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the
extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be
arranged so that it will not hang over the counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled by children or tripped over.

• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to 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 attempt to modify the plug
in any way.

• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or
extension cord feels hot.

• Do not attempt to use a voltage converter or other device to adapt this appliance
to a different outlet or voltage, as damage will occur.

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To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all
instructions and warnings.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AROUND CHILDREN

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

• Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord
to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.

SLUSHIE CUP PRECAUTIONS

• The slushie cup is designed for use with this appliance only. Do not use the
slushie cup provided with this appliance for any other appliance or application.

• Do not place slushie cup on hot surface or in a heated oven.

• Do not use a cracked slushie cup or a slushie cup having a loose or weakened

blade base.

• Do not clean slushie cup with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive
materials.

• Do not pour boiling water into the slushie cup.

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USING YOUR SLUSHIE EXPRESS

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Caution: Follow these important steps to assemble, tighten and mount slushie cup

quickly and correctly. Injury may result if moving blades are accidentally exposed.
Unplug appliance from electrical outlet before assembling, removing, or cleaning.
Never place motor or cord in water or other liquids.

16 oz. Slushie Cup

Gasket

Blade Base

Motor Base

Slushie Cup Lid

Slushie
Spoon/Straw

Before using the first time, be sure to thoroughly wash the blade base, slushie cup,
lid and spoon/straw in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not wash
any parts in dishwasher.

The Slushie Cup has convenient measuring marks to create perfect slushies and
frozen drinks. To make your favorite slushie, follow the steps below.

1. Add ingredients to the Slushie Cup using the markings on the back of the cup as

a measuring guide:

a. Add Back To Basics

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Slushie/Snow Cone concentrated syrup up

to the “Syrup” line.
b. Add water up to the “Liquid” line.
c. Add ice until the liquid mixture reaches the “Ice” line. Gently press

ice down to make liquid rise to “Ice” line if necessary. Do not add

too much ice.

2. Place the Blade Base on the Slushie Cup and turn clockwise until tig ht. If lid will
not go on properly due to too much ice, remove some ice before proceeding.

3. Flip the Slushie Cup with Blade Base attached over (cup will be upside down).
Position the Blade Base onto the Motor Base by aligning the small tabs on the
Blade Base with the matching openings on the Motor Base top.

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4. Holding the cup bottom, press cup down and turn clockwise to engage Motor
Base.

5. Run motor until ice is finely crushed, mixture appears “slushie” and the top of
the slushie mixture forms a funnel shape. Mix time is about 15 – 20 seconds.

6. If ice gets jammed in the blades at the beginning of processing and prevents the
blades from spinning, turn cup counter-clockwise to disengage motor and stop
machine. Gently shake the Cup to dislodge ice and repeat steps 4 and 5.

Note: Jammed ice is most often caused by using large ice cubes frozen in ice
trays. Ice from a refrigerator/freezer ice maker, smaller cube trays, larger trays
filled only half full or purchased bagged ice works best.

7. When slushie is done, turn Cup counter-clockwise to disengag e motor and stop
machine.

8. Remove Slushie Cup from Motor Base and turn right side up.

9. Turn Blade Base counter-clockwise and remove from Slushie Cu p.

10. Attach Slushie Cup Lid by placing over the top of the Slushie Cup and turning
clockwise.

11. Use the Spoon/Straw to eat and drink your frozen slushie treat. Enjoy!

FLAVOR STRENGTH - To increase the flavor, add more syrup and less water. To
decrease the flavor, add less syrup and more water. Note: Be sure to keep the total
liquid ingredients no higher than the “Liquid” marking and ice no hi gher than the “Ice”
marking on the Slushie Cup.

CLEANING YOUR SLUSHIE EXPRESS

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Before using the first time and after each use, be sure to thoroughly wash the blade
base, slushie cup, lid and spoon/straw in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly. Do not wash any parts in dishwasher.

DO NOT SUBMERGE THE MOTOR BASE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
WIPE CLEAN AFTER EACH USE WITH A DAMP CLOTH.

Note: The Slushie Express includes a small, clear Gasket inside the rim of the

Blade Base and Slushie Cup Lid. This Gasket provides an effective seal between
the Slushie Cup and Blade Base/Lid. The Gasket does NOT need to be removed. If
the clear Gasket becomes dislodged from the Blade Base or Lid, replace by setting
the Gasket flat onto the circular slot inside the perimeter of the Blade Base (blade
side up) or the Lid. Holding the Blade Base (blade side up) or Lid with both hands,
use your thumbs to lightly push the Gasket down into the circular slot of the base
perimeter until it is firmly in place. Screw the Slushie Cup onto the Blade Base or Lid
to ensure the Gasket is seated properly.

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RECIPES FOR COOL & EASY TREATS

FAVORITE SLUSHIES - Follow the instructions in this manual and use your favorite

Back to Basics
to create your own unique flavors.

SODA POP SLUSHIES - Follow the instructions in this manual except substitute
your favorite soda pop flavor for the water. Let the cup sit a minute before adding ice
so the carbonation disperses. Add ice slowly so the cup does not overflow. After
processing, let the Slushie sit a few seconds before removing the Blade Base. A
great combination is Cherry syrup and your favorite cola flavor. Lemon-Lime Sodas
and Ginger Ale also make great water substitutes. Be sure to let the liquid “rest” a
moment before adding ice and after processing to prevent cup overflow.

JUICE SLUSHIES – Freeze ice cube trays half full with your favorite juice. Fill the
Slushie Cup to the “Liquid” line with juice. Add the juice ice cubes to the “Ice” line
and process per the instructions in this manual. Try your own combination of juices
for unique, refreshing slushies. Orange Juice cubes added to Pineapple Juice is
particularly tasty!

MILK SLUSHIES

Flavored Ice Cubes: Freeze ice cube trays half full with flavored milk, such as

chocolate, vanilla, banana, or strawberry. Fill the Slushie Cup to the “Liquid” line
with the same flavor of milk. Add the milk cubes to the “Ice” line and process per
instructions. A really great nutritious and frosted treat.

Chocolate Syrup – Add ¾ cup milk and ¼ cup chocolate flavored milk or chocolate
ice cream syrup to the Slushie Cup. Add ice cubes to the “Ice” line and process per
instructions.

SMOOTHIES

Berry Delight – Pour milk into the Slushie Cup to the “Syrup” line. Add ½ small

banana (about ½ cup) cut into chunks, 1 - 6oz. carton of flavored yogurt and ½ cup
individually frozen berries. Process until smooth. Vary the fruit and yogurt flavors for
more unique combinations.

Good Morning Smoothie – Pour orange juice into the Slushie Cup to the “Syrup”
line. Add 1 - 6oz. carton of flavored yogurt and 1 cup frozen fruit. Process and
serve for a great wake-up & go smoothie.

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Slushie/Snow Cone concentrated syrup. Combine different syrups

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PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material
and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,
provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction
Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus
Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of
the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the
appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICUALR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR
OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HERBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS ELECTRICS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please
contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290 –1851 or e-mail us at
[e-mail]. Return shipping fees are non-refundable. A receipt proving
original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims. Hand-written receipts are not
accepted. Focus Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics online at
www.focuselectrics.com, or you may call or e-mail the service department at the number/e-mail
address listed above, or by writing to us at:

Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095

Be sure to include the catalog/model number of your appliance (located on the bottom/back of
the unit) and a description and quantity of the part you wish to order. Along with this include
your name, mailing address, Visa/MasterCard number, expiration date and the name as it
appears on the card. Checks can be made payable to Focus Electrics, LLC. Call Customer
Service to obtain purchase amount. Your state’s sales tax and a shipping/processing fee will
be added to your total charge. Please allow two (2) weeks for delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof
of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________
Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________
Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________

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