Aroma ABD-520BD - 600 Series Professional Blender Manual

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Blender base
2. Digital control panel
3. Pulse button
4. Low / High speed indicator lights
5. On button
6. Off button
7. 60-second Pulse & Pulverize™ button
8. Auto indicator light
9. Detachable lid cap
10. Removable lid
11. Hinged safety switch
12. Polycarbonate carafe
13. Hexa-Blade™ assembly
14. Dispensing spigot
15. Side cap

USING YOUR BLENDER

Before First Use

1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and make sure items are in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Wash lid, lid cap, carafe and blade assembly in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
5. Wipe blender base with a soft, damp cloth.

• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
• Do not immerse blender base, cord or plug in water at any time

To Operate Your Blender

2. Place blender base on a sturdy, level surface.
3. Attach the side cap or the dispensing spigot to the side of the carafe by screwing on clockwise. When using the dispensing spigot, make sure that the knob is turned to the OFF position.
4. Place carafe into the blender base, gently turning side to side to ensure that the undercarriage of the carafe lines up properly with the base.
5. Place ingredients into the carafe.
6. Attach the lid cap to the lid by lining up the two pegs on the bottom with the indentations in the lid and turning clockwise to lock in place. (See Diagram 1)
   
7. Slide the lid onto the hinged safety switch (see diagram 2) and close the lid, making sure that it fits snugly onto the carafe.
   
8. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
9. To operate:

9. Press the OFF button at any time to stop the motor.
10. If the lid is opened at any point during operation, the motor will stop.
11. To add ingredients during the blending cycle, turn the lid cap counterclockwise and lift up. Carefully insert ingredients through the lid opening, and then reattach the lid cap.
12. To dispense without the dispensing spigot, press the OFF button and lift up the lid. Lift the carafe off of the blender base by the handle. Pour out ingredients into serving containers.

DISPENSING SPIGOT
To use the spigot, leave thelid in place after blending. Place cup or container under thespigot. Turn the spigot knob to the ON position. Press the PULSE button to move themixture through the spigot. Turn the handle tothe OFF position when finished dispensing. To use the spigot, leave the lid in place after

HOW TO CLEAN

Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely before cleaning.

Self-Cleaning

The dispensing spigot must be attached to the carafe in order to use the Self Clean feature.

1. Dispense contents of carafe completely.
2. Make sure that the dispensing spigot is attached to the carafe.
3. Add warm water and dish soap to the carafe.
4. Place the carafe firmly on the blender base and close the lid.
5. Press the 60 Sec/Auto button. When the cycle is complete, place a container beneath the dispensing spigot and turn the handle to the ON position. The soapy water will drain out of the carafe.
6. Turn the handle on the spigot to the OFF position.
7. Add warm water to the carafe. Close the lid and press the PULSE button a few times to rinse the inside of the carafe.
8. Place a container beneath the dispensing spigot and turn the handle to the ON position. The water will drain out of the carafe.
9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 as needed until blender is completely rinsed.
10. Allow the lid to remain open for several hours in order to let the carafe dry.

Hand Washing

1. Dispense contents of carafe completely.
2. Place carafe, lid, lid cap, dispensing spigot (in the ON position) and/or side cap into warm soapy water.
3. Wipe the carafe clean with a soft cloth, taking care not to touch the blades. It may help to collect some soapy water in the carafe and shake gently to jar loose any food particles.
4. Rinse carafe completely.
5. Wash the other accessories with a soft cloth and rinse completely.
6. Dry all parts thoroughly before storing.

BLENDING GUIDE

Tips for Getting Started

WET INGREDIENTS
This blender operates best with wet ingredients. When blending ice, frozen fruits, hard vegetables or other "dry foods", it will help to add a small amount of water or other liquid to the carafe before blending.

SAFETY SWITCH
The motor will not operate if the lid is not firmly attached to the carafe or if the carafe is not properly aligned on the blender base. See Parts Identification for the location of the safety switch.

ICE
When mixing ice with softer ingredients such as fruit and vegetables, it is best to place the softer foods into the carafe first and then place ice cubes on top.

JAMMING
If ice or food becomes stuck around the blades, turn the motor off. Once the blades have stopped rotating, use a spatula or other long utensil to dislodge the stuck fragment. Remove the utensil, replace the lid and restart the motor.'

AUTO SHUT-OFF
The blender has an auto shut-off function which will turn off the motor after 60 seconds of operation. To continue blending after 60 seconds, press the Pulse, On, or Auto button again.

TROUBLESHOOTING