Troubleshooting; Blending Tips - Hamilton Beach Aguas Frescas 50162 Use & Care Manual

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Blender leaks.
Does not blend well.

Blending Tips

Crushing Ice
For best performance, when a recipe calls for liquid, place the
liquid in blender jar followed by the ice cubes. Ensure ice cubes are
separated. When only crushed ice is desired, add 1 cup (250 ml) of
ice cubes to jar. Place lid on blender jar; then Pulse on any of the
5 pulse speeds. Allow blades to come to a complete stop between
pulses. Continue until ice is crushed to desired consistency. For best
results, always crush ice immediately after removing from freezer.
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PROBABLE CAUSE
• Make sure lid with filler cap is pushed down tightly on jar.
• Make sure enough liquid has been added. A minimum of 8 ounces (250 ml) is recommended.
• Do not try to mash potatoes, mix stiff dough, whip egg whites, grind raw meat, or extract juices from
fruits and vegetables. The blender is not made to perform these tasks.
• If mixture is too thick, continue to add liquid until mixture is blended to desired consistency.
Using the Strainer
For best results, cut fruit into 1-inch pieces before placing in strainer.
(Maximum amount of fruit should not exceed 3 cups.) Soak dry
ingredients, such as soybeans, before placing them in strainer. Make
sure lid and filler cap are fully assembled and pushed down tightly
on jar.
General
To add foods when blender is operating, remove filler cap from
container lid and add ingredients through the opening. Do not store
food or liquids in the blender jar.