User guide

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SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read all instructions carefully before using your Blendtec® blender�
1.1 SAFETY CERTIFICATION
The Blendtec Home blender (model ES3) is certified by ETL (Report No�
3018204-4, 3018204-2 & 3018204-3)� It also complies with UL standard 982
6th ed� 11-29-2001, and to CSA standard C22�2 No� 195-m 1987, Nov� 1990,
R 2004� The unit conforms to CE standards� This unit also complies with
AS/NZ 60335-2-14; approval #SAA110134EA�
1.2 CERTIFICATION
The blender and its accessories are certified by NSF International (NSF) under
Blendtec® in the NSF Official Listing�
1.3 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS
▶ Keep fingers, hands, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts�
▶ Keep all utensils away from the drive socket and blender jar blades during operation�
Metal utensils may damage blades�
▶ NEVER put hands into the blender jar or add substances by hand when the blender
jar is on the motor base�
▶ NEVER touch the blade with your fingers whether it is on or off the motor base�
▶ NEVER place jar into drive socket if blender motor is operating�
▶ DO NOT rock the blender jar during operation�
These precautions will prevent personal injury and/or damage to the blender�
1.4 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER IF IT APPEARS DAMAGED
If the blender malfunctions call your service agent first� If it is dropped or damaged in
any way, return the blender to a Blendtec service agent immediately for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or possible replacement�
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�