Cuisinart SPB-650 Instruction Manual - Page 6

larger pieces of food or to control the texture of food when chopping. The Pulse function is also effective in starting the blending process when you do not want continuous power or when processing items that do not require an extended amount of blending. WARNING: FLASHING RED LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES. 5. To pause or stop blending process:  a. To pause blending process: Push the button corresponding to the speed at which you are currently blending. For example: If you are blending on High speed, push the High speed button and the blender will stop blending, but the unit will remain on. b. To stop blending process: Push the On/Off button when you are finished with your recipe and would like to turn the blender off. c. To prevent excessive stress to the motor: Your blender incorporates an auto-stop feature. After running continuously for two minutes, the blender will automatically revert to Standby mode. To continue blending, press the desired function.  To dislodge food: Be sure blender is off. Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the removable blade assembly. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and turn blender back on and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending.  To reset the unit: This appliance features an advanced, resettable thermal device. In the event of an overload condition, the unit will shut down to protect the motor from overheating. To reset the appliance when this happens, unplug the unit and let it cool for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then, reduce the contents of the blender jar and/or clear any jams. Restart the unit as noted in the operating directions. When finished blending: Press the On/Off button and unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off. Do not remove blade assembly from blender jar when removing jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not put hands into blender jar with blender plugged in. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Always unplug your Cuisinart® VELOCITY Ultra 1HP Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts that are easy to clean. Before first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or blender jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER. Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up and away. Remove blade assembly by turning counterclockwise. Remove the blade assembly. Wash in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. CAUTION: Handle the blade assembly carefully. It is SHARP and may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from assembly. Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly or place in upper rack of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can also be placed upside down in dishwasher. Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquids, or place in a dishwasher. Tip: You may wish to clean your blender blade assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and 1 cup of warm water. Run on Low or High for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. 6