West Bend Back to Basics Smoothie Professional User Manual

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User’s Guide

SMOOTHIE
PROFESSIONAL

™

© Back To Basics Products, Inc.

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Motor Base

Mixing Container

Lid

Stir Stick

Dispensing Valve

Smoothie Professional™ Parts

QUICK REFERENCE

Blender Cap

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WARNING

WARNING: This appliance is not a toy. Close adult supervision is
necessary when used by or near children. Please do not leave this
unit unattended with children.

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

• Read all instructions.

• To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put cord, plug
or motor in water or other liquid.

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

• Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use, before putting

on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

• Make sure appliance is OFF when not in use, before putting on

or taking of parts, and before cleaning.

• Avoid contacting moving parts.

• 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 Back to Basics for
examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• The use of attachments, including canning jars, not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury
to persons.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

• Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.

• Do not use this appliance for other than it’s intended use.

• Keep hands and utensils (other than included stir stick) out
of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the appliance. A scraper may be used
but must be used only when the blender is not running.

• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades
on base without jar properly attached.

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• Always operate blender with lid in place.

• When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece lid.

• Keep hands and utensils out of container to reduce the risk of
injury to persons or damage to the mixer.

• Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use.

• Never add ingredients to container while appliance is operating.

• Container must be properly in place before operating appliance.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by
Back to Basics may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in a
heated oven.

• Turn off machine before removing the mixing container from the
base and before placing the mixing container on the base.

• Do not run motor without mixing container properly attached to
motor base or when mixing container is empty.

• Do not blend excessively hot liquids. Never pour boiling water
into the mixing container.

• Be sure to turn switch to OFF position after each use.

• To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never pull on
cord to disconnect.

• Never leave the house while the appliance is on.

• A short cord set is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the counter top where it can be tripped over or pulled
by children.

• After running the motor continuously for three minutes, wait at
least five minutes before running the motor again.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

ONLY.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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WARRANTY

ONE -Y EAR LIMI TED WA RRANT Y

Back to Basics Products, Inc., warrants your new smoothie maker to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal household use for
a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. During this period, such defects
will be repaired or the product replaced at Back to Basics® discretion without
charge. This warranty does not cover exterior or interior finish or damage caused
by misuse, accident or negligence.

A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required
before warranty service is rendered. Please fill out and return the warranty
registration card located on page 15.

If a problem with this houseware item develops during or after the warranty
period, please contact Back to Basics Products, Inc. for service.

If service is required:

• Send a brief letter explaining the problem. Be sure to include your name,
address and phone number.

• For faster service, call 1.800.688.1989 or e-mail [e-mail].

• Most service problems are resolved with the replacement of a broken or
defective part. If this is not the case, we will give you instructions for returning
the unit.

Any appliance submitted for repair must be sent (transportation charges prepaid)
to:
Back to Basics Products, Inc.
675 West 14600 South
Bluffdale, UT 84065

If you have any questions concerning the use or care of this product, or
comments regarding your experience with the product, please write a letter
explaining the nature of your concern.