Aroma ABD-700 - High Professional Performance Blender Manual

PARTS AND FEATURES

CONTAINER LID

The Aroma Professional Blender comes with a heat resistant, easy to clean lid with an opening to accommodate the included Lid Cap, Funnel, and Tamper. To place the Container Lid on the Container hold it by the Lid Tab. Insert that corner into the corner closets to the container handle then press down on the remaining corners until the Container Lid is tightly secure. To remove the Lid, hold the Container down while lifting the Lid Tab.

• To avoid splashing, potential scalding from hot liquids, and other potentially serious injuries, make sure the Lid is always on while the machine is running.

LID CAP

The Lid Cap features a unique cross-shaped design to allow for ventilation, making it safe to use while blending hot liquids while preventing splashing or scalding. With the Container Lid secure, insert the Lid Cap by fitting the cross-shaped end into the opening and pressing down until it is tightly secure. To remove, hold the Container Lid down with one hand while twisting the Lid Cap until it is loose enough to remove.

FUNNEL

With the Container Lid secure, insert the narrow end of the funnel into the lid opening to make it easier to pour liquids or finer foods into the Container without spilling.

TAMPER

Maneuver the Tamper through the opening of the Container Lid to press ingredients into the blades.

• Do not use the Tamper without the Container Lid to ensure that the Tamper does not come in contact with the blades. Since the Tamper's splash disc covers the entire opening on the Container Lid, do not use it while blending hot foods, as this can cause an unsafe build-up of pressure or steam.

BLADES

The Aroma Professional Blender comes equipped with a unique set of powerful horn-shaped serrated blades that are suitable for both wet and dry blending. They are made of 420-J2 stainless steel hardened with an electrolytic surface treatment and spin on two rust resistant SUS 440 zinc alloy bearings.

1. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Do not put hands into the Container while the blender is on or when the Container is on the base.

CONTROL PANEL

1. MODE SWITCH: The Mode Switch has three positions: TIMING, OFF, and INFINITY. In TIMING mode, the unit will run for the duration specified by the Preset Time Switch. In INFINITY mode, the unit will continue to run until shut off manually. In OFF mode, the unit will not start.
2. POWER KNOB: The Power Knob turns the unit on and allows the user to control the speed of the blades from MIN to MAX. The Knob is only active if the Mode Switch is set to either TIMING or INFINITY.
3. PRESET TIME SWITCH: The Preset Time Switch has three settings: 35 seconds, 60 seconds, and 120 seconds. When the Mode Switch is set to TIMING, the unit will run for whichever duration the Preset Time Switch is set to.

• For best results and safety, we recommend always setting the Mode Switch first before starting the blender using the Power Knob.

HOW TO BLEND WET INGREDIENTS

1. Load ingredients into the Container. When pouring in liquids, the liquid level should at minimum cover the blades. Cover with the Container Lid and secure the Lid Cap.
   
   To prevent overflow, do not fill the container above the 6 cup line as the level may increase during blending and from tamping.
2. Set the Container firmly on the Base.
3. Set the Mode Switch and, if necessary, the Time Switch.
4. Turn the Power Knob clockwise to turn on the blender. For best results, blend on MAX.

• When blending hot liquids, start on MIN before moving the speed up to avoid potential burning or scalding from splashing. Beware of hot steam venting from the opening of the Container Lid that can cause burns, even with the Lid Cap in place.

5. To add additional ingredients, remove the Lid Cap and add ingredients using the Funnel. Once the contents are pureed, add water or ice until it reaches the desired volume and/ or thickness.
6. Turn the Power Knob counter-clockwise to turn off the blender, and then set the Mode Switch to OFF.
7. Remove the Container from the Base, and the Container Lid from the Container. Pour the contents from the Container, using the included Spatula to scrape out if necessary.

TIP

• When making jam purées, fruits high in water content such as strawberries do not need any additional water. Add sugar to the ingredients and blend on MAX until pureed. Pour the contents into a double boiler and allow it to cook for 10 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

HOW TO BLEND DRY INGREDIENTS (GRINDING)

1. Load the ingredients into the Container. For best results, use pre-roasted ingredients. Cover with the Container Lid and either secure the Lid Cap or insert the Tamper.
2. Set the Container firmly on the Base.
3. Set the Mode Switch and, if necessary, the Time Switch.
4. Turn the Power Knob clockwise to turn on the blender. For best results, start on MIN and slowly work the power up to MAX.
5. To add additional ingredients, remove the Lid Cap and add ingredients using the Funnel.
6. Turn the Power Knob counter-clockwise to turn off the blender, and then set the Mode Switch to OFF.
7. Remove the Container from the Base, and the Container Lid from the Container. Pour the contents from the Container, using the included Spatula to scrape out if necessary.

TIP

• For Powders, roast ingredients in microwave or conventional oven until all moisture content has been evaporated. Fill the Container up to at least the 1.5 cup line. Blend on MAX until the ingredients have been ground to powder.

CLEANING AND CARE

To ensure the longevity of your Aroma Professional Blender, always make sure to clean after each use. The blender can be cleaned easily with the following steps:

1. Fill the Container up half way with clean water up to the 4 cup marker. For more thorough cleaning, add two slices of lemon or a couple drops of detergent. Cover with the Container Lid and secure the Lid Cap.
2. Set the Container firmly on the Base.
3. Set the Mode Switch to Timing and the Time switch to 35.
4. Turn the Power Knob clockwise to MAX.
5. Allow the machine to run until it stops automatically.
6. Remove the Container from the Base, remove the Container Lid, and rinse out the Container thoroughly with clean water.
7. Dry the exterior of the Container and place it back on the Base.
8. Turn the Power Knob to MAX for three seconds to dry out the Bearings. Turn the blender off, remove the Container, and allow it to air dry.
   
   When cleaning the appliance, do not soak the power axel in water.
   
   Fill the pitcher with clean water and start the machine to clean it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• For your safety, always make sure the Mode Switch and Power Switch are both set to Off, and the Power Cord is unplugged before troubleshooting.

My blender will not start.
Double check the power cord to make sure that it is properly plugged in. Press the circuit breaker reset button located on the bottom left of the back of the base. If the device still does not work, call Aroma Customer Service at 1-800-276-6286.

My blender stopped suddenly mid-use and I cannot get it to start again.
It is possible that your blender has overloaded or overheated. Your Aroma Professional Blender is equipped with an automatic overload fail-safe that automatically shuts off the machine for safety when overloaded with electricity or heat. To reset the unit after an automatic shut off, simply press the circuit breaker reset button located on the bottom left of the back of the base. In case of overheating, simply wait 15 minutes for the motor to cool, and the unit should resume functionality.

The blade does not rotate smoothly and the machine makes loud abnormal sounds.
The retainer nut in the Container may have come loose. Stop using immediately and contact Aroma Customer Service at 1-800-276-6286.