Cuisinart CB-9 CB-9 Manual - Page 3

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. TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards p.2 Unpacking Instructions p.2 Introduction p.3 Features and Benefits p.3 Use and Care p.4 Assembly p.4 Helpful Reminders p.4 Operation p.4 Quick Reference Guides p.5 Cleaning and Maintenance p.6 Dos and Don'ts p.6 Recipe Tips p.7 Recipes p.7 Warranty Information p.17 INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have purchased a Cuisinart® SmartPower™ Electronic Blender. The life of the party, the SmartPower™ Electronic Blender is engineered with five speeds that crush ice, including one speed just for ice crushing. The results are delicious, professional-quality frozen drinks, from the thickest strawberry daiquiris to the most flavorful piña coladas. The SmartPower™ Electronic Blender blends, chops, liquefies, and more. So whether you're making soup, salsa, salad dressing, or baby food, you can do it easily and quickly. No need to worry about spills or messy cleanups, either. The SmartPower™ Electronic Blender comes with a dripless pour spout and touchpads that wipe clean in an instant. Like all Cuisinart® appliances, the SmartPower™ Electronic Blender was designed to bring you years of enjoyment, and it is backed by a three year limited warranty. FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Cover is easy to use. Just press on; no turning or twisting required. Tightfitting seal resists leakage. 2. 2 oz. Measured Pour Lid allows you to measure and add ingredients neatly without removing the cover. 3. 40 oz. Glass Jar with Dripless Pour Spout has a unique, sturdy, widemouth design and a dripless pour spout for no mess pouring. 4. Leakproof Rubber Gasket (not shown) holds the glass jar snugly in position for safe operation. 5. High Quality Cutting Assembly with Patented Stainless Steel Blades is strong enough for all blender tasks, including tough jobs, from ice crushing to chopping delicate herbs. Note: Blades are sharp...handle carefully. 6. Locking Ring is self-aligning so that the glass blender jar slides easily into position, eliminating the frustration of twisting and turning the blender jar to lock it into place. 7. Heavy-Duty Motor Base is so sturdy and stable, it will not "walk" on your counter - even during ice crushing! The motor is strong enough to handle all blending tasks, including crushing ice without liquid, and is backed by a three year limited warranty. 8. 5-Speed Touchpad Control with Indicator Lights is easy to use, read and clean. Five speeds give you great versatility-use low speeds for delicate blending all the way up to high speeds for cheese, garlic, or lemon zest. The red LED lights clearly indicate what blender speed you are using. 8a. Pulse at Any Speed Button allows you to pulse at any speed from high to low, so you can blend ingredients only as much as needed. 8b. Ice Crush Button activates the ice crushing speed. This button is preset to the best speed for crushed ice. However, you can crush ice at any speed. 9. Slip- Proof Feet prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on countertops or tables. 10. Hidden Cord Storage Compartment (not shown) keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing excess cord. 11. Impact-Resistant Plastic Housing is crafted of the finest quality materials to resist staining, cracking, and odors. 12. Innovative Cuisinart Design in combination with power, performance, and sturdiness, makes this blender a winner. 2. 1. 3. 5. 6. 8b. 7. 8b. 8. 8a. 11. 9. 3