Hamilton Beach 52156 Use & Care - Page 3

If the cutting unit blades lock and do not move, it will damage the motor. Do not use. Call the toll-free customer service number for information. Do not place blender jar in the freezer filled with food or liquid. This will freeze and damage the cutting unit, jar, and motor. Know Your Blender 1. Filler-Cap 2. Lid 3. Jar PULSE Button - For instant control the Pulse operates only as long as the button is held down. The blender motor stops when the button is released. Cutting Unit Assembly 4. Gasket 5. Blades 6. Retaining Ring 7. Base 8. Control Panel 4 Before First Use After unpacking the blender, wash everything except the blender base in hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Do not place in dishwasher. Wipe the blender base with a damp cloth or sponge. DO NOT IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER. Care should be taken when handling the blades as they are very sharp. How to Assemble and Use IMPORTANT: Your blender jar and cutting blades are subject to wear during normal use. Always inspect jar for nicks, chips or cracks. Always inspect cutting blades for broken, cracked or loose blades. If jar or cutting blades are damaged, do not use. Contact an authorized service facility to obtain replacement parts. 1. Make sure blender is unplugged. Place blender base on clean, dry surface to keep foreign particles from being pulled up into motor during operation. 2. Place blades in retaining ring. Fit gasket over blades. The gasket must lie flat. Set jar on top of gasket and screw on retaining ring. 3. Make sure the retaining ring is firmly screwed onto the jar. If not, it may loosen later when motor is turned on. 4. Set jar into place on blender base, making sure it is securely seated. If not, gently rock the jar until seated. 5. Plug cord into outlet. 6. Put ingredients in jar, place lid on jar. 5