Blendtec Designer Series WildSide Owners Manual - Page 4

1.8 JAR MUST BE PROPERLY IN PLACE WHILE APPLIANCE IS OPERATING 1.9 CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THE CUTTING BLADES, WHILE EMPTYING THE JAR, AND DURING CLEANING 1.10 USE CAUTION WHEN BLENDING ON THE SOUP CYCLE When blending on the 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 WARNING - DO NOT BLEND HOT LIQUIDS OR OTHER HOT INGREDIENTS 1.12 POWER CORD PRECAUTIONS • NEVER operate with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or authorized service agent to avoid a hazard. • DO NOT permit the cord to hang over the edge of the work surface. • NEVER use an extension cord with the unit. • ALWAYS unplug the blender motor when not in use, before changing blender locations, or cleaning. 1.13 DO NOT USE WITH POWER INVERTER OR VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER/ CONVERTER 1.14 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE POWER UNIT Never remove the blender motor cover. The blender motor does not contain selfadjustable or serviceable parts. A qualified service agent must make all service adjustments. Removing the cover or attempting to service the blender will void the warranty. 1.15 TURN THE POWER OFF WHEN NOT IN USE The Power Button (ON/OFF button) is located on upper right side of the touch area. 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 reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or 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. 6 1.18 THE TOTAL BLENDER DESIGNER SERIES IS INTENDED FOR HOME USE ONLY! ANY USE OF THE BLENDER FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SECTION 2 - UNPACKING SAVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE 2.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER 1. Remove blender motor base, blender jar, and lid from packaging. 2. Unwind the power cord. 3. Check for any packing material that may have blocked ventilation holes on the bottom of the blender motor base. 4. Inspect all items to ensure no damage occurred in shipment. 5. If any damage has occurred contact your Blendtec service agent immediately. You should have received the following items: • Total Blender Designer Series motor base • Blender jar with lid • Fresh Blends recipe book • Owner's manual 2.2 RECORDING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE Record your blender motor serial number and date of purchase in the space below. You will need these when contacting Blendtec for service or questions. Motor Serial #(found on bottom of motor base Date of Purchase Purchased From SECTION 3 - BLENDER OVERVIEW (Refer to Figures 1 and 2) 3.1 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY • The blender jar assembly consists of the blender jar, blade assembly, and lid. • Lid: Flexible rubber lid seals liquids within the jar during blending. • Jar: Made from a tough, durable material to provide maximum efficiency and clear visibility of blender performance. • Blade Assembly: Stainless steel designed to provide fast, consistent blending. NOTE: Filling the blender jar beyond the marked capacity is not recommended. 7