CLASSIC SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL AND USER GUIDE 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS �����������������������������������������������������������1 SECTION 2 - UNPACKING ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3 SECTION 3 - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BLENDER ��������������������������������3 SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4 SECTION 5 - OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW ������������������������������������������������������
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read all instructions carefully before using your Classic series blender. Following these instructions will help prevent injuries and damage to the machine and will ensure that you have the best possible experience with your Classic series blender. 1.1 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS • ALWAYS keep fingers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.
1.9 WARNING, DO NOT BLEND HOT LIQUIDS OR OTHER HOT INGREDIENTS Starting blend cycles with boiling or very hot liquids may result in burns or cause the lid to blow off. 1.10 USE CAUTION WHEN BLENDING ON THE HOT SOUP CYCLE When blending on the Hot Soup cycle, friction of the blade will heat the contents. The vented lid will allow pressure relief. Be careful not to come in contact with any steam coming from the clear center lid. 1.11 POWER CORD PRECAUTIONS • NEVER operate with a damaged cord or plug.
SECTION 2: UNPACKING SAVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE 2.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER You should have received the following items: • Classic series motor base • Blender jar with lid • Blendtec 101 booklet • Customer Service and Warranty Registration Card Additional literature may be included depending on package configuration. 1. Remove blender motor base, blender jar, and lid from packaging. 2. Unwind the power cord. 3.
3.2 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY The blender jar assembly consists of the blender jar, blade assembly, and lid. • Jar: Durable, BPA-free jar; easy to clean. • Blade Assembly: Uniquely designed stainless steel blade provides fast, consistent blending. • Lid: Vented gripper lid seals liquids within the jar during blending. NOTE: Filling the blender jar beyond the marked capacity is not recommended. SECTION 4: INSTALLATION 1. Place the blender on a flat, clean, and dry surface.
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SECTION 5: OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW 5.1 QUICK RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS – Use these steps to get started right away. 1. Choose a recipe from the included Blendtec Blending 101 booklet. 2. Gather all of the ingredients. 3. Load the blender jar as indicated in the recipe. 4. Plug in the blender. 5. Attach the blender lid to the jar; ensure that it sits on the jar completely. 6. Turn on the main power switch located on the back of the blender motor base. 7.
5.3 CLASSIC 475™ SMOOTHIE This cycle is designed specifically for various types of smoothies and thick drinks that frequently use dense or frozen ingredients. It slows down and speeds up automatically during the course of the cycle. This allows the blender to draw the ingredients into the blending vortex, creating the desired texture. INCREMENTAL SPEEDS The Classic 475 comes with three incremental speed cycles that allow you to completely customize the consistency of your blend.
5.4 CLASSIC 560™ INCREMENTAL SPEEDS The Classic 560 comes with four incremental speed cycles that allow you to completely customize the consistency of your blend. Each manual cycle is 50 seconds long and blends at the following speeds: • Lo: Speed 1 • Medium: Speed 5 • Medium-hi: Speed 7 • Hi: Speed 9 You can switch to a different speed at any point during the cycle. To stop the cycle at any point during blending, press Stop.
5.5 CLASSIC 570™ SMOOTHIE This cycle is designed specifically for various types of smoothies and thick drinks that frequently use dense or frozen ingredients. It slows down and speeds up automatically during the course of the cycle. This allows the blender to draw the ingredients into the blending vortex, creating the desired texture. INCREMENTAL SPEEDS The Classic 475 comes with three incremental speed cycles that allow you to completely customize the consistency of your blend.
5.6 CLASSIC 575™ SMOOTHIE This cycle is designed specifically for various types of smoothies and thick drinks that frequently use dense or frozen ingredients. It slows down and speeds up automatically during the course of the cycle. This allows the blender to draw the ingredients into the blending vortex, creating the desired texture. ONE-TOUCH TIMED CYCLES The Classic 575 comes equipped with two, one-touch timed cycles: one 60-second and one 90-second.
PULSE The Pulse function is used for chopping, mincing, whipping, or other momentary tasks that do not require a long blend cycle. You can also Pulse to quickly stir a blend before serving. The Pulse setting runs at speed 7 and will only run while the Pulse pressed. When the icon is released, the motor shuts off. icon remains SECTION 6: CARE AND CLEANING 6.1 CLEANING AFTER USE 1. Add 1 cup (240ml) of hot water and a drop of liquid dish washing soap to the blender jar. 2.
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING While we don’t expect you to have any problems with your blender, sometimes failures do occur. Use the following guidelines to see if the problem is easily fixed or requires service. 7.1 BLENDER MOTOR WILL NOT TURN ON (NO POWER) If the blender motor will not turn on, try the following: 1. Determine if the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is lit. An absence of a lit LCD indicates a lack of power to the unit. 2.
7.4 BLENDED TEXTURE UNSATISFACTORY If the blended texture of product is lumpy or uneven, do the following: 1. Ensure the mixture is not cavitating during the cycle. Cavitation is a condition in which an air pocket forms within the mix because it is too cold or too solid. The blender blade then spins freely in this cavity.
US Service and Repair Center Address: 1206 South 1680 West Orem, UT 84058 1-800-BLENDTEC (801) 222-0888 Australia Service and Repair Centre Address: Franchise Fitout Services 32 Industries Road Salisbury, QLD 4107 For International toll-free service please contact: Australia Canada France Japan Mexico South Korea Spain Taiwan United Kingdom 1-800-014098 (855) 230-0888 0-800-910346 0066-33-821731 001-855-230-0888 003-081-32941 900-948733 008-01147146 0800-1510183 The above limitations may not apply in sta
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