SUNBEAM PB9000 (01) PDF Document

When using the SUNBEAM PB9000, please adhere to the following safety precautions:

• Ensure fingers are kept well away from the blades when in use.

• Do not blend warm/hot ingredients. Always cool ingredients to room temperature before processing.

• Always operate on a flat surface.

• Take care when removing the jug from the base or emptying the jug as blades are extremely sharp.

• Switch off the appliance and disconnect from supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.

• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.

• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.

• Do not use tamper for more than 20 consecutive seconds (to avoid stressing the motor).

Before using the product for the first time, separate the Tamper, Lid, Filler Cap, and Jug. Wash in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry well.

Turn the dial clockwise to choose from manual speed settings from LOW to HIGH. Once you select a speed, the blender will run until you turn it back to OFF.

In order to activate the programmed buttons, first turn the speed dial counter-clockwise to the PROGRAMMED/PULSE setting. Then select the programmed button you would like to use. They have been developed for optimal use when blending specific types of foods:

• SMOOTHIE

• SOUP

• DIP/ SPREADS

If you would like to stop the blender in the middle of a programmed cycle, simply press any button.

Turn the speed dial counter-clockwise to the PROGRAMMED/PULSE setting. Then press the PULSE button for the desired time.

The lights around the selected programmed buttons will pulse when the unit is operating in that mode. When the speed dial is turned to the PROGRAMMED/PULSE setting, the PULSE button light will flash red to indicate the unit is ready to operate.

The preset SOUP function heats and purees. The heat is created through the speed and friction of the blade; there is no heating element in this blender. Ingredients such as starchy vegetables, raw meats, and seafood need to be cooked prior to using the SOUP function.

The tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and/or frozen mixtures. While the machine is running, remove the filler cap and through the hole in the lid insert the tamper and use it to press ingredients into the blades.

Follow these guidelines when using the tamper:

• The container should not be more than 2/3 full when the tamper is used during blending.

• Do not use the tamper for more than 20 consecutive seconds (to avoid stressing the motor).

• You may need to move the tamper not only up and down, but also side to side.

• Note: The tamper is not long enough to reach the blade.

The motor is designed to protect itself from overheating and will turn itself off when necessary. If this happens:

1. Turn control knob to “Off” and unplug from the electrical outlet.

2. Remove jug from base and free blade of any obstructions.

3. Press the external resettable fuse button on the bottom of the base.

4. Wait 30-45 minutes for the unit to cool.

If the warning light flashes and the motor will not run with the jug in place, the unit has not cooled sufficiently. Turn the control knob to OFF and wait another 10-20 minutes before trying again.

The unit is supplied with an interlock on the base to prevent the motor or control panel from starting if the blender jug is not properly placed on the base. If the jug is removed from the base during operation, the unit will stop. To restart, turn the speed dial to OFF, place the jug on the blender base, and select the preferred speed to begin again.

Fill the container half full with warm water and add 2 drops of liquid soap. Close the jug with the lid and filler cap. Turn the Speed Dial to a “Low” speed and then increase to “High”. Run for 30-60 seconds. Turn the machine OFF, rinse the jug out with running water then dry. Alternatively, the jug can be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Base: First turn the control to OFF and unplug the power cord. Then wash the outside surface with a damp soft cloth or sponge using mild soap and warm water. Never immerse the motor base in water or other liquid.

Lid & Filler Cap: Separate the 2 pieces and wash in warm soapy water. Rinse clean under running water, then dry. Note: Do not put lid or filler cap in the dishwasher.

• Do not operate for more than 10 minutes at a time.

• Jug should be at least 25% full at all times for optimal performance.

• Filler cap should always be assembled to the lid and locked when blending on the SOUP program.

• Use High speeds as much as possible for whole food juices, soups, shakes, frozen mixtures, making purées, and nut butters.

• Never blend without the lid firmly in place on the jug.

• Use the PULSE button when the mixture is too thick or coarse to circulate within the blender jug.

• If on High speed the food is not circulating, try using the tamper. If this is also not working, try using a slower speed. Once the food begins to circulate again, you can switch back to a High speed.

For optimal ice crushing, fill the jug with the preferred amount of ice. Then fill with water just above where the ice stops. Use the speed dial to blend on High for a few seconds. Then drain out the excess water and you are left with a jug filled with great consistent ice.