Blendtec DESIGNER SERIES Owner's Manual And User's Manual page 10

5.4 DESIGNER 625
SMOOTHIE
This 40-second cycle is designed specifically for various types of smoothies and
thick drinks that frequently use dense or frozen ingredients� It slows down and
speeds up automatically during the course of the cycle� This allows the blender to
draw the ingredients into the blending vortex, creating the desired texture
To use the Smoothie cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using,
secure the lid, and press the Smoothie icon� The blender will run the cycle and
automatically shut off�
ICE CREAM
This 45-second cycle is designed specifically for frozen treats, including ice
cream, sorbets, and frozen yogurt� The cycle speeds up and slows down at the
appropriate moments to ensure your blends stay frozen�
To use the Ice Cream cycle, load your jar as indicated in the recipe you are using,
secure the lid, and press the Ice Cream icon� The blender will run the cycle and
automatically shut off� After creating your frozen dessert, serve immediately and
store leftovers in the freezer�
WHOLE JUICE
This 50-second cycle is designed to completely blend tough and dense
ingredients, including carrots, celery, and seeds� Use the Whole Juice cycle if you
are using any fruits and/or vegetables with stems, seeds, or skins�
When blending carrot juice or other dense juices, you may need to repeat this
cycle once or twice until the desired texture and consistency are achieved�
HOT SOUP
This 90-second cycle is designed for hot recipes� The cycle's length of time,
combined with the speed of the motor, heats the ingredients to a hot temperature�
This cycle can also be used for hot chocolate, syrups, and fondue�
When using fresh ingredients, remember that the speed of the blade generates
enough heat to warm the ingredients Do not add any liquids or ingredients over
115° F to the jar when preparing soups or hot items�
PULSE
The Pulse function is used for chopping, mincing, whipping, or other momentary
tasks that do not require a long blend cycle� You can also Pulse to quickly stir a
blend before serving�
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