DESIGNER SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL AND USER GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS �����������������������������������������������������������1 SECTION 2 - UNPACKING ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3 SECTION 3 - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BLENDER ��������������������������������4 SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4 SECTION 5 - OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW ������������������������������������������������������
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read all instructions carefully before using your Designer series blender. This important information has been provided as required by the North American standards indicated below. Following these instructions will help prevent injuries and damage to the machine and will ensure that you have the best possible experience with your Designer series blender. 1.
1.5 NEVER OPERATE BLENDER IN LIQUID To protect against the risk of electrical shock do not put the motor base in water or other liquid. Do not use the blender outdoors where it is subject to precipitation. 1.6 NEVER PUT NON-FOOD ITEMS INTO JAR Utensils, rocks, and glass are dangerous if placed in jar. Damage caused by such foreign objects will void the warranty. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender.
1.15 TURN THE BLENDER OFF WHEN NOT IN USE 1.16 AVOID TOUCHING THE BLENDER DRIVE SOCKET AFTER EXTENSIVE USE The blender drive socket may become hot after numerous cycles. 1.17 SAFETY This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children with lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 1.
2.3 REGISTRATION OF YOUR BLENDER Register online at www.blendtec.com/registration SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BLENDER (Refer to Figures 1 and 2) 3.1 BLENDER MOTOR BASE • Smart Touch Interface: Consists of preprogrammed cycles, capacitive touch slider, and various one-touch settings, depending on model. • Hardened Metal Drive Socket: Where the jar couples with the motor to turn the blade assembly; made of hardened metal.
FIGURE 1: BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY Lid Clear Vented Cap Insert Jar Blade Assembly The jar shown above is the Wildside+™ Jar FIGURE 2: MOTOR BASE Blender Drive Socket LED Information Center Smart Touch Interface Motor Base Cover Power Cord located in back Motor Base Cover Power Unit 5
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 101 booklet. 2. Gather all of the ingredients. 3. Load the blender jar as indicated in the recipe. 4. Plug in the blender. 5. Press the power button located on the upper right hand side of the smart touch interface. 6.
5.3 DESIGNER 600 SMOOTHIE This 40-second 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 To use the Smoothie cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using, secure the lid, and press the Smoothie icon.
5.4 DESIGNER 625 SMOOTHIE This 40-second 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 To use the Smoothie cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using, secure the lid, and press the Smoothie icon.
The Pulse setting runs at speed 7 and will only run while the Pulse icon remains pressed. When the icon is released, the motor shuts off. CAPACITIVE TOUCH SLIDER The capacitive touch slider allows you to fine-tune the speed of your blender. Simply slide your finger to the right to increase the blender’s speed or the left to decrease speed. 5.5 DESIGNER 675 +10 This +10 icon allows users to add 10-second intervals to their blend cycles. It also acts as a stand-alone, 10-second cycle.
HOT SOUP This 90-second cycle is designed for hot recipes. The cycle’s length of time, combined with the speed of the motor, heats the ingredients to a hot temperature. This cycle can also be used for hot chocolate, syrups, and fondue. When using fresh ingredients, remember that the speed of the blade generates enough heat to warm the ingredients Do not add any liquids or ingredients over 115° F to the jar when preparing soups or hot items.
DIPS This 23-second cycle stays at relatively low speeds for shorter periods of time. This combines your dips, allowing the flavors to blend together properly, without over-mixing. To use the Dips cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using, secure the lid, and press the Dips icon. The blender will run the cycle and automatically shut off. ICE CREAM This 45-second cycle is designed specifically for frozen treats, including ice cream, sorbets, and frozen yogurt.
CAPACITIVE TOUCH SLIDER The capacitive touch slider allows you to fine-tune the speed of your blender. Simply slide your finger to the right to increase the blender’s speed or the left to decrease speed. 5.7 DESIGNER 725 SMOOTHIE This 40-second 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.
HOT SOUP This 90-second cycle is designed for hot recipes. The cycle’s length of time, combined with the speed of the motor, heats the ingredients to a hot temperature. This cycle can also be used for hot chocolate, syrups, and fondue. When using fresh ingredients, remember that the speed of the blade generates enough heat to warm the ingredients Do not add any liquids or ingredients over 115° F to the jar when preparing soups or hot items.
5.8 EXPRESS BATTERS This 23-second cycle stays at relatively low speeds for shorter periods of time. This combines your dips, allowing the flavors to blend together properly, without over-mixing. To use the Dips cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using, secure the lid, and press the Dips button The blender will run the cycle and automatically shut off. MIXED DRINKS This 35-second cycle is used for mixed drinks, milkshakes, iced coffees, and milkshakes.
When blending carrot juice or other dense juices, you may need to repeat this cycle once or twice until the desired texture and consistency are achieved. HOT SOUP This 90-second cycle is designed for hot recipes. The cycle’s length of time, combined with the speed of the motor, heats the ingredients to a hot temperature. This cycle can also be used for hot chocolate, syrups, and fondue.
• BLENDER JAR IS DISHWASHER SAFE—TOP RACK ONLY! • Extreme temperatures damage the lower seal of the jar. We recommend hand washing to prolong the life of the blender jar. We do not recommend the jar be used for temperatures abo boiling (212°F, 100°C). 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.
7.3 NOISE LEVEL CHANGES If the blender noise level has increased from original levels, determine whether the sound is coming from the blender motor or jar. • Blender Motor: Remove the pitcher and run blender at highest speed. • Listen to how the motor sounds. If it is excessively noisy, contact your Blendtec service center for evaluation. • Jar: After checking the motor, place the jar back on the motor. Run the motor for a few seconds using the Pulse button.
SECTION 8: WARRANTY US AND CANADA WARRANTY DESCRIPTION (US Domestic and Canada) The motor base and jar assembly, including all moving jar parts, are covered against leaking or breakage for the warranty period. Warranties begin from date of purchase.
UNDER WARRANTY 1. Contact Blendtec immediately to diagnose the difficulty. Please have the blender serial number ready as well as a description of the problem. Do not attempt to do your own repairs. Repairs made by persons other than Blendtec authorized service representatives will void the warranty. Many issues can be resolved simply and quickly over the phone. 2. If the difficulty cannot be resolved over the phone, your unit may require replacement.
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