How To Use The Tamper - OmniBlend JTC V Owner's Manual

HOW TO USE THE TAMPER?

The tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and/or frozen mixtures that cannot be processed
in a regular blender. Using the tamper maintains circulation by preventing air pockets from forming. While the
machine is running, and only through the lid plug opening, use the tamper to press ingredients into the blades
as you make frozen ice creams and nut butters, or purée fruits and vegetables.
1. The splash disk (near the top of the tamper) and lid prevent the tamper from
touching the blades when the lid is secured properly in the locked position.
2. Hold the jug firmly, to avoid wiggling of the jug on the base while using the
tamper.
3. The container should not be more than two-thirds full when the tamper is used
during blending.
4. Do not use the tamper for more than 90 consecutive seconds (to avoid
overheating).
5. If the food does not circulate, the machine may have trapped an air bubble.
Carefully remove the lid plug while making sure the lid stays firmly in place.
Release the air bubble by inserting the tamper through the lid plug opening.
6. Holding the tamper straight down may not always help the ingredients
circulate. If need be, point the tamper toward the side or corner of the container.
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