Blendtec Mix n Blend II Manual And Recipe Book page 6

The shaft fits into the speed 3 drive. To protect
the motor and gear assemblies, the drive shaft
has been designed to be the weakest link as
power is transferred from the motor to the
dough hook or whisk assembly. This built-in,
fail-safe design will prevent serious gear or
motor damage from occurring in the event that
rotation of the dough hook or whisks becomes
excessively difficult. Always adjust all non-Mix-
n-Blend II™ bread recipes by using at least 15%
less flour. Most recipes call for "excess" flour to
accommodate kneading by hand.
The drive shaft is designed to break so as to
protect the motor and gear assembly if too much
flour is added. Foreign objects, such as spoons,
measuring cups, etc., placed or dropped into the
bowl can also break the drive shaft. The drive
shaft is not included in the warranty.
7. BOWL
The bowl is used in all mixing operations. Rinsing
your bowl with a vinegar or baking soda solution
will remove oils from the surface. Avoid using
sharp metal utensils or scouring pads as they
could scratch or damage your bowl. To attach the
bowl to the power unit, turn it counter clockwise.
To release the bowl, turn it clockwise.
8. BOWL LID
The bowl lid should be placed on the mixer
when kneading large batches of dough. The lid
helps keep the dough mass down so that proper
kneading will occur. The lid opening can be
used for adding ingredients or final amounts of
flour to a dough mixture. Using the lid whenever
operating the mixer will avoid spills or overflow
of ingredients. To attach the lid to the bowl, turn
it counter clockwise. To release the lid, turn it
clockwise.
9. KNEADING ARM
The kneading arm provides a stationary barrier
which pulls and folds the dough as the dough
hook turns past the kneading arm. The kneading
arm is only used in conjunction with the dough
hook.
10. DOUGH HOOK
The dough hook is made of surgical stainless
steel for long life without tarnishing. DO NOT
PLACE THE DOUGH HOOK ON THE DRIVE
SHAFT UNLESS THE BOWL IS IN PLACE.
11.MEDIUM WHISK ASSEMBLY
Medium Whisks are single wire whisks used
for thicker batters, heavier frosting, and cookie
dough. If the dough cannot be stirred with a
spoon, or if it contains ingredients such as nuts
or chocolate chips, then the dough hook and
kneading arm should be used.
12.FRENCH WHISK ASSEMBLY
French Whisks are used for meringues, whipping
cream, mashing potatoes, light frosting, and
pourable batters. DO NOT USE WITH STIFF
BATTERS OR COOKIE DOUGH.
13.ACCESSORY RELEASE BUTTON
Attachments can be released from the mixer by
depressing the release button found under the
front left corner.
14.BLENDER JAR
The blender jar has a capacity of 64oz. and
has markings for cups on one side, and ounces
on another side. The stainless steel blade is
warranted for life from dulling or breaking.
15.BLENDER JAR LID
Cover for the blender jar. This must be in place
any time the blender is in operation. The blender
lid can be easily removed by grasping one of the
corners and lifting up to release the seal with
the jar. The steam cap should be removed when
blending hot ingredients.
Mixer Assembly
For smooth operation and successful food
preparation, please read and become familiar with
these instructions
1. Insert the drive shaft into the mixer base.
2. Place the bowl over the drive shaft and turn the
bowl counter-clockwise.
3. Add the appropriate accessory to the top of the
drive shaft following these precautions:
French whisks are used for meringue,
light frosting, whipped cream, pourable bat-
ters,
and mashed potatoes (potatoes must be
thoroughly cooked). NOTE: Using the
French
whisks for cookies will cause the whisk
gear
to fail and will void the warranty on that
attachment.
Medium whisks are used for denser dough,
such as cookies. Medium Whisks are
designed with a single loop that lets dough
through more easily.
The dough hook is used for heavy doughs
and is
always used in conjunction with the
kneading
arm. To assemble, place kneading arm over
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