Hamilton Beach 56300 Use & Care - Page 6

840077500 ENv03.qxd 3/2/01 3:05 PM Page 6 Rotary Speed Dial Some blenders offer a 6 function/18 speed range controlled by the rotary knob. Each blending function, such as STIR or PUREE, offers 3 different speed settings within that function. First select the desired speed. Next, press the ON button. The blender will operate until the OFF button is pressed. Some blenders also offer an automatic pulse feature. Simply press the AUTO CRUSH button. The blender will operate on pulse until the OFF button is pressed. The OFF button also serves as the manual Pulse option and allows instant control of blending. Press and release; the blender stops when the button is released. This provides the pulsing action. Crushing Ice Fill blender jar half-full with cold water. Add about 2 cups of ice cubes. Place lid on blender jar then press and release the Ice Breaker button. Continue until ice is crushed to desired consistency. Pour contents into colander or sieve to drain off water. DO NOT CRUSH ICE WITHOUT LIQUID. Failure to follow these directions can result in damage to the blades, jar, blender, and possibly result in personal injury. Hints for Best Use • Processing hot foods or liquids in the blender may cause hot liquid to spurt out when the cover is removed. Always remove the filler cap of the cover before blending hot foods or liquids. • To add foods when blender is operating, remove filler cap from container cover and add ingredients through the opening. • If blending action stops during blending or ingredients stick to sides of the jar, turn blender OFF. Remove cover and use a rubber spatula to push mixture toward blades. • Do not try to mash potatoes, mix stiff dough, whip egg whites, grind raw meat, or extract juices from fruits and vegetables. The blender is not made to perform these tasks. • Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar. 6