Cuisinart Hurricane 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender

Important Safeguards

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not place cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
3. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord. Always turn the appliance OFF before unplugging.
5. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer at their customer service telephone number (in the warranty section) for information on examination, repair, and/or mechanical or electrical adjustment.
6. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart, including canning jars, may cause injuries, fire, electric shock, or other injury to persons.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
10. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
11. BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.
12. Be certain blade assembly is securely attached to blender jar before operating appliance. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
13. Do not blend hot liquids in blender jar to prevent risk of thermal burn injury due to excessive pressure in the container.
14. Do not attempt to bypass the interlock system that powers the unit on. Avoid contacting moving parts. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock mechanisms.
15. Never leave your blender unattended while running.
16. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
17. WARNING: SOLID RED LED INDICATION RING INDICATES BLENDER IS POWERED WITHOUT JAR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED. FLASHING WHITE LED INDICATION RING INDICATES BLENDER IS READY TO OPERATE WITH JAR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES. Accidentally touching the Control dial may activate the blender.
18. CAUTION! NEVER USE CARBONATED BEVERAGES IN BLENDER JAR.
19. 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.
20. 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.
21. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
22. Always operate blender with blender jar lid in place.
23. To reduce the risk of injury, never place blade assembly on base without jar properly attached.

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.

This appliance comes with a resettable thermal device to prevent damage to the motor in the case of extreme overload. Should the unit shut off unexpectedly, unplug it and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before continuing (see “To reset the unit,” on page 6).

Maximum of 800 watts rated power is based on jar attachment. Other attachments may draw significantly less power.

Before First Use

1. Remove and discard all packaging materials. CAUTION: Exercise care when unpacking blade assembly, as the blades are sharp.
2. Wash blender jar, lid, and blade assembly (see page 6). Note: Handle the blade assembly by gripping around the perimeter of the base.

To assemble the blender, follow the Assembly instructions on page 5 in this instruction booklet.

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.

Features and Benefits

• 1. Blender Jar Lid: Just press down into place. Tight-fitting seal prevents leakage.
• 2. Removable Measuring Cup: Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the blender jar lid.
• 3. 48-oz. Glass Blender Jar: Has a unique, sturdy, wide-mouth design.
• 4. High-quality stainless steel blade assembly: Strong enough for all blending tasks, including tough jobs like crushing ice and blending smoothies.
• 5. Control dial with selector button:
  • a. 6 Preset blending programs with countdown timer:
    • Smoothie
    • Ice crush
    • Milkshake
    • Cocktail with two ice options: coarse, fine
    • Clean
  • b. Manual speed selection mode with count-up timer
• 6. Powerful Motor Base: Plenty of power to handle a wide variety of blending and food prep tasks.
• 7. Slip-resistant Feet (not shown): Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on countertops or tables.
• 8. Cord Storage (not shown): Keeps countertop clean and neat by conveniently storing excess cord.
• 9. Blender Jar Seal

Note: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

Blender Jar Assembly

To use your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender, begin by assembling the blender jar.

1. Remove blender jar lid. Turn the blender jar (a) upside down and place it flat on a sturdy surface. Note: You may need to position the rubber blade gasket (b) into the groove of the blade assembly if not tightly in place.
2. Turn the blade assembly (c) upside down and place the blade end in the blender jar base opening.
3. Twist blade assembly (c) clockwise until secure. Note: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

Helpful Reminders

• Once the blender jar lid is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply removing the measuring cup, adding ingredients, and replacing the measuring cup.
• Blender jar lid should always be in place while the unit is on.
• Warning: Do not remove or install blender jar on base while motor is running.
• Do not remove blade assembly from blender jar when removing blender jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
• Never put boiling liquids or solid frozen foods (with the exception of ice cubes or 12-inch [1.3cm] pieces of frozen fruit) in the blender jar.
• Do not put very hot liquids or foods into a blender jar that has come directly out of the freezer.

Operation

1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender on a flat, sturdy surface. It is important that the surface be clean and dry. Assemble the blender jar by following the Blender Jar Assembly instructions.
2. Put all necessary ingredients into the blender jar and replace the lid. You may add more ingredients during operation by lifting the removable measuring cup and dropping ingredients through the fill area. Replace the removable measuring cup after adding ingredients. Do not put hands into blender jar with blender 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. Note: To remove blender jar lid, lift edge of lid upward. Turning and lifting removable measuring cup will not remove blender jar lid.
3. Once the jar is assembled and is in position on the motor base, plug the unit into an electrical outlet. Solid Red LED indication ring will be on when no jar is placed on the motor base.
4. Start blending: The white LED indication ring on the control dial will start flashing, indicating the blender is ready.
5. Choose blending action:
   • To set manual or preset mode: Turn the control dial and select the desired preset program - Manual, Smoothie, Ice Crush, Milkshake, Cocktail (coarse, fine), Clean, Pulse. Press the control dial to start the selected program at the preset program. The LED display will show a solid white ring. Note: At the end of a program or in the auto-off timer, the white LED indication ring will flash. When the machine is operating in a preset mode, a countdown timer will be displayed.
   • Manual mode: Turn the control dial to Manual and press once to select. Rotate dial to choose a desired speed: Low 2, 3, 4, or High. Press the control dial one more time to start blending.
6. To pause or stop blending process:
   • a. To pause blending: Press and release (short press) the control dial once while the unit operates. The unit will pause and the blue LED indication ring will flash. To resume, press and release the control dial again. The white LED indicator ring will light until the end of the program or auto-off time (1 minute).
   • b. To stop or reset blending: To stop or reset the unit, press and hold the control dial for 2 seconds.
   • c. To prevent excessive stress to the motor: Your blender incorporates an auto-stop feature. After running continuously for one minute, the blender will automatically revert to Standby mode.

To dislodge food: First, be sure blender is turned off and the unit is unplugged from the electrical outlet. Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the removable blade assembly. Replace the blender jar lid and removable measuring cup, plug the unit into the electrical outlet, and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending.

To reset the overload condition: This appliance features an advanced, resettable thermal device. In the event of an overload condition, the unit will shut down to protect the motor from overheating. To reset the unit, unplug the unit and let it cool for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then, reduce the contents of the blender jar and/or clear any jams. Restart the unit as noted in the operating directions.

When finished blending: Unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from the motor base until the motor stops turning. Do not remove blade assembly from blender jar when removing jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not put hands into blender jar when blender is plugged in.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Always unplug your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts that 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.

To clean with Clean preset: Add several drops of dishwashing liquid to blender jar and add 24 oz or less of warm water. Turn the control dial to Clean and press the button once. The unit will run for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully rinse and dry all parts thoroughly. Note: Check for cleanliness.

To clean manually: Empty the blender jar. Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up and away. Turn the blender jar upside down and remove the blade assembly by turning counterclockwise.

CAUTION: Handle the blade assembly carefully. It is SHARP and may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from blade assembly.

The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar lid and removable measuring cup are dishwasher safe. 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 liquids, or place in a dishwasher.

Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

Warranty

LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY

This warranty is available only to U.S. consumers who purchase products directly from Cuisinart or an authorized Cuisinart® reseller. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers, owners, or consumers who purchase from unauthorized Cuisinart® resellers. We warrant that your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.

We recommend that you visit our website, https://cuisinart.registria.com, for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY

California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store shall then, according to its preferences, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer's prior usage of the product. If either of the above two options does not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished.

Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty.

California residents may also, at their preference, return nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary, replacement by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such nonconforming products under warranty.

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY

Your ultimate satisfaction in Cuisinart products is our goal, so if your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender should fail within the generous warranty period, we will repair it or, if necessary, replace it at no cost to you. To obtain a return shipping label, email us at https://www.cuisinart.com/customer-care/product-assistance/product-inquiry/. Or call our toll-free consumer service department at 1-800-726-0190 to speak with a representative.

Your Cuisinart® Hurricane® 48-oz. Glass Jar Blender has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use only in 120-volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well as use with accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment, or other than ordinary household use. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by someone other than Cuisinart's Authorized Service Center, please remind the servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, that the product is serviced with the correct parts that the product is still under warranty.