Hamilton Beach Blender User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Hamilton Beach

Hamilton Beach Blender User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

Read all instructions.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put cord, plug, base, or motor in water or other liquid.
Turn the appliance OFF ( ), then unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
Avoid contact with moving parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause a risk of injury to persons.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Keep hands and utensils out of the jar and away from the cutting blade, while blending or chopping food, to reduce the risk of severe personal injury and/or damage to the blender or available attachments (attachments may not be provided with blender). A rubber spatula may be used but must be used only when blender is not running.
Blades are sharp; handle carefully—especially when assembling, disassembling, emptying or cleaning blender jar.
Do not use a broken, chipped, or cracked blender jar.
Do not use broken, cracked, or loose cutting blade assembly.
Do not blend hot liquids in the personal jar.
Always operate blender with lid in place.
Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.
Do not leave blender unattended while it is operating.
Check that the appliance is OFF ( ) before plugging cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to OFF ( ); then remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
CAUTION! In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
If the jar should twist or rotate when the motor is switched ON, switch OFF ( ) immediately and tighten jar in collar or on blender base.
Ensure cutter assembly is tight and secure to jar. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
When blending hot liquids, remove filler-cap of two-piece lid or open vent opening of lid with mess-free spout, and close any lid openings along the edge intended for pouring. Hot liquids may push lid off jar during blending. To prevent possible burns: Do not fill blender jar beyond the 3-cup (710-ml) level. With the protection of an oven mitt or thick towel, place one hand on top of lid. Keep
exposed skin away from lid. Start blending at lowest speed.
Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the blender container or food chopper as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade assembly on base without jar properly attached.
Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism of optional food chopper.
If blender contains food chopper attachment, be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
Keep hands and utensils away from moving s-blade while processing food to reduce the risk of severe personal injury and/ or damage to the food chopper. A rubber scraper may be used but ONLY when the food chopper is not running.
The s-blade is sharp. Handle carefully. Store out of reach of children.
To reduce the risk of injury, never place s-blade on the chopper motor shaft without bowl properly attached.
Be certain lid is securely locked in place before operating food chopper.
Make sure the s-blade has come to a full stop before removing chopper lid.
Never use appliance for a longer period or with a larger amount of ingredients other than that recommended by appliance manufacturer. See section titled “Food Choper Chart.”

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This product is intended for household use only. Use for food or liquid only.

Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The

Wattage/Peak Power Information

The wattage/ampere rating of the blender is determined by an Underwriters Laboratory test and is based on available cutting blade assembly, jar combinations, and attachments that may not be provided
with your unit, but are available as replacement parts. This is a measure of input wattage/amperes after 30 seconds of operation. The blender as electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than
the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
If the cutting blade assembly locks and will not move, it will damage the motor. Do not use. Call the toll-free customer service number for information. Do not place blender jar in the freezer filled with food or liquid. This can result in damage to the cutting blade assembly, jar, blender, and possibly result in personal injury. provided may draw significantly less power. Peak power is the measure of the motor wattage during the first seconds of operation. This is when a blender requires the most power to crush ice, frozen fruit, etc. This is a better measure of what a blender motor can consume when power is needed most.

Parts and Features

To order parts:
US: 1.800.851.8900
www.hamiltonbeach.com
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

Before first use: After unpacking Blender, wash everything except Base and Food Chopper Adapter in hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Wipe Base and Food Chopper Adapter with a damp cloth or sponge.
DO NOT IMMERSE BASE OR FOOD CHOPPER ATTACHMENT IN WATER. Care should be taken when cleaning inside of Blender Jar as Cutting Blade Assembly is very sharp.

Parts and Features (cont.)

Lid: The Lid is easy to put on, take off, and clean. Always use Lid when machine is in operation and to pour. Blender Jar: Ounces, cups, and milliliters are clearly marked. Personal Blender Jar: The Personal Blender Jar makes it easier to make beverages to take on the go. Food Chopper Attachment: The Food Chopper Attachment makes it easy to process small amounts of food. Base: Contains motor. DO NOT IMMERSE BASE IN WATER. Program Buttons: Select desired program by pressing button for that program. The programs are:

SMOOTHIE – Blends frozen or fresh smoothies.
ICE CRUSH – Breaks ice into pieces small enough for slushies or fine cocktails, using 1 to 1 1/2 cups (237 to 355 ml) ice cubes. Speed Buttons: Press to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH speed.
PULSE Button: Press and hold down PULSE Button to blend at high speed setting. Power ( ) Button: Press to turn Blender on or off.

IMPORTANT: Blender Jar and Cutting Blade Assembly are subject to wear during normal use. Always inspect Jar for nicks, chips, or cracks. Always inspect Cutting Blade Assembly for broken, cracked,
or loose blades. If Jar or Cutting Blade Assembly is damaged, do not use. Call our customer care center to obtain replacement parts.

Burn Hazard. Metal parts under Blender Jar get hot after use. Do not touch.

Using Your Blender

IMPORTANT: The Blender Jar and Cutting Blade Assembly are subject to wear during normal use. Always inspect Jar for nicks, chips, or cracks. Always inspect Cutting Blade Assembly for broken, cracked,
or loose Blades. If Jar or Cutting Blade Assembly is damaged, do not use. Call our customer care center to obtain replacement parts

Make sure Blender is unplugged. Place Base on clean, dry surface. Place Cutting Blade Assembly, blade side up, through opening in Blender Jar and twist collar onto bottom of Jar.
Add ingredients; place Lid on Jar. Place Blender Jar on Base
Plug into outlet. Press Power
( ) Button; button turns white. Press desired program button or speed; Blender will start. Selected Program or Speed Button will turn white when blending. Press Power ( ) Button to stop blending at any
time. Unplug.

Using Personal Jar (optional)

Add ingredients. Carefully place Cutting Blade Assembly and Collar onto Personal Jar. Turn Personal Jar upside down and shake. Place onto Base
Plug Blender into outlet. Press Power ( ) Button to turn Blender on, then press desired Speed Button. The Blender will only run the Pulse function when PULSE Button is held down. Place hand on top of Jar to hold while blending. Press Power ( ) Button to turn off.
Unplug. Remove personal jar from base. Turn bottom up; remove collar and cutting blade assembly from Jar. Hand-tighten drinking lid onto personal jar

Burn Hazard. Do not blend hot ingredients. Pressure may build, causing jar to pop off and hot ingredients to erupt.
Cut Hazard. Handle blade carefully; it is very sharp. Make sure unit is turned OFF ( ) and is unplugged

Using Food Chopper Attachment (optional)

Cut Hazard. Ensure unit is off and unplugged before attaching food chopper attachment. Do not plug in and turn on until lid is in position and locked
on top of food chopper bowl. Always turn off, unplug, and allow blade to stop spinning before opening lid.

Place Chopper Bowl on Food Chopper Jar Collar with Adapter, turning clockwise to lock Bowl. Install assembled Chopper Bowl into Base.
Slide S-Blade onto Adapter and add food. Place Lid on Bowl with pin of Lid in Adapter. Turn Lid clockwise until locked. Plug Blender into outlet.
Press Power ( ) Button to turn on, and then press and hold PULSE Button or select desired Speed Button to process. Unplug. Turn Lid counterclockwise and lift
up to remove. Pull up S-Blade to remove before removing food.

Blender Tips

Blender Jar Tips

ALWAYS place liquid in Blender Jar first, then remaining ingredients.
For best performance, minimum amount of liquid needed per recipe is 1 cup (8 ounces [237 ml]). Add more liquid if food is not blending properly. The amount of liquid needed will vary based on other ingredients required for blending.
If blending action stops during blending or ingredients stick to sides of Jar, stop blending and try pulsing or add more liquid to Blender Jar.
Do not store food or liquids in Blender Jar.
Avoid bumping or dropping Blender when in operation or at any time.
Cutting large whole fruits and vegetables may allow them to blend more quickly.
Do not fill Blender Jar past highest graduation marking.
If ice or frozen fruit pieces are not blending, stop Blender and pulse a few times.
Do not allow ice to stand or freeze in jar. Immediately crush ice after placing in Jar.
Keep Lid on for easy pouring

Personal Jar Tips

If blending action does not start, stops during blending, or ingredients stick to sides of Jar, press Power ( ) Button. Remove Jar, shake contents, and return to blending.
For best performance in the 20-oz. (591-ml) Personal Jar, minimum amount of liquid needed per recipe is 3/4 cup (6 ounces [177 ml]).
When filling Jar, place frozen ingredients or ice into Jar first. When turned upside down to blend, frozen items will be on top.
Do not chop or process hard foods such as cheese, crackers, or meat.
Avoid bumping or dropping Blender.
Do not blend hot liquids in Personal Jar.
Do not fill Personal Jar above MAX fill line.

Food Chopper Chart

NOTE: Quantities listed above are the recommended maximum. Depending on the food type, smaller amounts may improve chopping performance.

Care and Cleaning

Unplug.
Remove Blender Jar and Lid. Rotate Jar Collar counterclockwise until Collar and Cutting Blade Assembly come apart from Blender Jar. OR
Remove Personal Jar from base. Rotate Collar counterclockwise until Collar and Cutting Blade Assembly come apart from Personal Jar.
Wipe Blender Base, control panel, Food Chopper Attachment and cord with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn spots, use a mild, nonabrasive cleanser.
Blender Jar, Personal Blender Jar, Lid, Jar Collar, and Cutting Blade Assembly are dishwasher-safe.
DO NOT use “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product. Parts may also be washed with

Troubleshooting

Ingredients will not mix properly.

Check to see if enough liquid has been added to ingredients. Mixture should be fluid and free-running at all times.
Solid pieces are too large.
Container is too full. Do not fill past highest (6.5 cups/1.5 L) graduation marking.
Cutting Blade Assembly blades are not sharp or are damaged. Inspect container and Cutting Blade Assembly daily.
Select speed to create a fluid blend.

Blender smells like it is burning.

Turn off Blender and allow unit to cool.
Although motors are tested during the manufacturing process, heavy use may cause curing of motor windings. The smell may quickly dissipate after a few heavy uses.
If smell continues after additional heavy uses, call our customer care center.

Cleaning Blender Jar:

Add 5 cups (1.2 L) warm water and add two drops of dish soap. Press PULSE button. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
To clean after blending oily foods, sprinkle baking soda in blender. Add 1 cup (237 ml) white vinegar. Mixture will bubble. When bubbling subsides, add 1 1/2 cups (355 ml)
water. Wash any remaining residue with dish soap and water. Rinse and dry thoroughly

Cleaning Personal Blender Jar:

Add 1 cup (237 ml) warm water and 1 drop of dish soap.
Blend for 30 seconds.
Press Power ( ) Button to stop blending.
Remove Jar from Base and remove Collar. Rinse and dry

There is grease around bottom of Blender Jar or on countertop.

Monitor problem and source. This may indicate an issue with Jar bearings.
Call our customer care center if condition persists.

Food Chopper S-Blade not turning.

Make sure Lid and Chopper Bowl are properly installed or the Food Chopper will not operate.

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase in Canada and three (3) years from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120 V ~ 60 Hz). We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All
liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you. To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers
on your appliance.