Black & Decker 7-Speed Blender

Important Safeguards

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

• Read all instructions.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off 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 the nearest authorized service facility or call the appropriate toll-free number on the front of this manual for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. 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.
• Always operate blender with cover in place.
• When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece cover.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

Electrical Features

Polarized Plug (120V Models Only)

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.

Tamper-Resistant Screw

Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

Electrical Cord

• A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk 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.
• If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
  • 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 longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel or in Latin America by an authorized service center.

Blender Components

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

The blender consists of the following parts:

1. Lid cap
2. Lid
3. 42-oz./5-cup glass jar
4. Handle
5. Gasket
6. Blade assembly
7. Jar base
8. Unit base
9. Speed buttons
10. Pulse and On/Off button

How to Use

This product is for household use only.

Note: Your unit has an intelligent fuse system designed to protect the motor from overheating. It automatically shuts off the motor and resets the unit. Simply wait a moment, unplug the unit then plug again to restart operation.

Blender Jar Assembly

1. After unpacking the blender, before first use, wash all parts except the unit base.
2. Remove and save literature.
3. Put the gasket on top of the blade assembly.
4. Place the blade assembly into the jar base and turn the jar base clockwise until tight (A).
5. Interlock System: Place the assembled jar onto the unit base and turn toward the lock symbol [lock] until secured in place. You have engaged the interlock system if you lift the jar handle and the entire blender lifts together as one unit.

Operation

1. Make sure the unit is OFF and plug the cord into a standard electrical outlet.
2. Place the food into the jar and the lid on the jar before blending.
3. Make sure that the lid cap is in place.
4. Note: When crushing hard foods, keep one hand on the lid.
5. Choose the speed that best suits your task for food or beverage blending (B).
6. When finished blending, press the On/Off button.
7. For quick or delicate blending tasks use the Pulse button for a few seconds, then release. Releasing the Pulse button automatically turns off the blender.
8. To add ingredients while the blender is on, remove the lid cap and drop ingredients through the lid opening.
9. To remove the jar, grasp the handle, twist toward the unlock symbol [unlock] and lift it from the unit base.
10. Remove the lid before pouring.

Blending Tips and Techniques

• Cut food into small pieces 3/4" (2 cm) before adding to the blender.
• When ingredients stick or splatter along the sides of the jar, stop the blending action and remove the lid. Use a rubber spatula to push food toward the blades. Replace the lid, then continue blending.
• Some tasks that cannot be performed efficiently with a blender include: beating egg whites, whipping cream, mashing potatoes, mixing dough, and extracting juices from fruits and vegetables.
• The following items should never be placed in the appliance as they may cause damage: dried spices and herbs (ground alone), bones, large pieces of solidly frozen foods, and tough foods such as turnips.
• Use the lid cap to measure ingredients up to 60 ml (2 oz.) when adding small amounts of ingredients like lemon juice, cream, or liqueurs.

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

Cleaning

1. Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the unit. Twist to unlock [unlock], lift the jar off the unit base and rinse. For easier cleanup, rinse parts immediately after blending. Parts may be hand-washed.
2. Do not immerse the base in liquid. Wipe the unit base with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Remove stubborn spots by rubbing with a damp cloth and nonabrasive cleaner.
3. Note: If liquids spill into the base, wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on parts or finish.
4. Removable parts can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher. The lid, lid cap, and blade assembly should be placed on the top rack only. The jar is bottom rack dishwasher-safe. Do not place the jar or parts in boiling liquids.

Warranty Information

Two-Year Limited Warranty

For Mexico: Applica Manufacturing, S. de R. L. de C.V. guarantees this product for 2 years from the original date of purchase.

For other regions (excluding USA): This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship not caused by incorrect product use. It is valid for two years from the original purchase date with proof of purchase.

What this warranty covers:

• Any defects in parts, components, and workmanship.

Warranty Requirements:

To claim your warranty, present the sealed warranty policy from the establishment where you purchased the product, or the original proof of purchase, to an Authorized Service Center.

Where to claim warranty:

Call the toll-free number for your country (listed below) to locate the nearest Authorized Service Center.

Warranty Procedure:

Visit an Authorized Service Center with the product and the sealed warranty policy or original proof of purchase. Any defective part or component will be replaced free of charge to the end-user. This warranty includes transportation costs related to its fulfillment within their service network.

Warranty Exceptions:

• Product used under conditions other than normal.
• Damage caused by misuse, abuse, or neglect.
• Product altered or repaired by unauthorized persons.
• Damage from commercial use.
• Products used or repaired outside the original country of purchase.
• Glass parts and accessories packaged with the appliance.
• Shipping and handling costs associated with product replacement.
• Indirect or incidental damages.

State Law Rights: This warranty grants you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from region to region.

Service and Support

Please call the corresponding number listed below to obtain warranty service, repairs, or parts in the country where the product was purchased. You can also contact us via email at servicio@applicamail.com.mx.

General Contact: www.applicaservice.com | servicio@applicamail.com

Customer Care Line (Mexico): 01-800 714-2503

Customer Care Line (USA): 1-800-231-9786

Accessories/Parts (USA): 1-800-738-0245