Chopping Cup Operation; Operating And Safety Tips; Cleaning And Maintenance - Cuisinart SmartPower CPB-300 Instruction And Recipe Booklet

3. For continuous blending, press the desired speed. The blue LED light
will illuminate, indicating that the blender is on and running. It is
possible to switch between High and Low speeds by simply pushing
the desired speed button.
4. To pause the blending process, press the activated speed button. The
blending process will stop. The red Standby indicator light will continue
to flash to let you know that the blender is still activated. To reengage
the unit, choose the desired speed.
5. When you have finished blending, press activated speed to put in
Standby mode. Remove the travel cup from the base. Unplug the unit.
6. Turn cup right side up, turn blade assembly counterclockwise to
remove. Attach travel cup lid by twisting clockwise.

CHoppIng Cup operatIon

1. Put food ingredients into chopper cup filling it to a maximum of
one-quarter of its capacity, then attach blade assembly.
Note: Blade assemblies are interchangeable based on recipes and
desired end results.
2. With the base unit on the tabletop and the unit plugged in, place the
assembled chopper cup onto the base and secure into place. The unit
automatically is activated and in Standby mode with the red POWER
LED illuminated and flashing.
3. To continuously chop, press High or Low speed.
4. To pulse, press Pulse and then desired High or Low speed.
5. When you have finished chopping, press activated speed to put in
Standby mode. Remove the chopping cup from the base. Carefully
remove food with a spatula. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF.
Unplug the unit.

operatIng and SafetY tIpS

• M ake sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that
stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
• A lways operate the blender jar with the cover on. Place cover on firmly.
Keep the blender jar cover on the blender jar while blending.
• Don't put hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.
• Don't remove blender jar or cups while unit is running.
D on't place blade assembly onto motor base without the jar or
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cup attached.
• Make sure blade assembly is tightly attached to jar or cups.
• Always remove blade assembly before cleaning.
• D on't twist blade assembly from blender jar or cups when
removing from motor base. Simply lift jar or cups from motor
base.
• U se a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is
turned off. Do not use any utensil inside the blender while motor is on.
• N ever use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the jar, cup or
cutting assembly.
• D on't store food or liquids in your blender jar.
• D on't overload blender jar or cups. If the motor stalls, turn the blender
off immediately, unplug the unit and let it cool for at least 15 minutes.
Then, remove a portion of the food and continue.
• D on't blend hot liquids or carbonated beverages in chopper and travel
cups.
• D on't use any container or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart.
Doing so may result in injury.
• To remove jar or cup lift straight up. Do not twist to remove

CLeanIng and maIntenanCe

Always unplug your Cuisinart ®
from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The base and parts are made of
corrosion-resistant materials that are easy to clean. Before first use and
after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts
before reassembly. DO NOT USE if any part is damaged, or if the jar or
cups are chipped or cracked.
To remove blade assemblies, twist off by turning counterclockwise.
NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assemblies carefully. They are SHARP and
may cause injury. DO NOT attempt to remove blades from cutting assembly.
Wash all parts in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. All parts are
top rack dishwasher safe.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blending and chopper cutting assemblies
as follows: squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into blender jar or
cups and fill halfway with warm water. Attach blade assembly. Run on Low
for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Carefully disassemble parts
and empty blender jar or cups. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
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.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
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