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Blend cycles are timed cycles designed for specific types of blends. These one-touch cycles speed up, slow down and shut off automatically
for ease of use. Blenders may feature some of the following pre-programmed cycles and settings to accommodate a wide range of recipes
and functions.
Dips
Dressings, dips, sauces, batters
Whole Juice
Juices, green drinks
Smoothies
Fruit smoothies, green smoothies
Mixed Drinks
Mixed drinks, milkshakes
Hot Soup
Soups, hot chocolate, syrups, fondues
Batters
Sauces, dips, dressings, batters
Ice Cream
Ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbets
Clean
Automatic cleaning cycle
Capacitive Touch Sliders
The capacitive touch slider allows you to fine-tune the speed of the blender. Simply slide your finger to the right to increase the blender's speed
or the left to decrease speed.
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Mode
Switch between manual touch to preprogrammed
blend cycles
Speed Up
Manually increase the speed of the blend
Speed Down
Manually decrease the speed of the blend
Stop
Used to manually stop blend cycle
Incremental Speed
Cycles that blend at Lo, Med-Lo, Med, Med-Hi
and Hi speeds
Pulse
Used to quickly stir, chop mince at a high speed
Timed Cycles
Hot soups, batters
+10
Adds 10 seconds to the cycle
FAQS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Louder Than Normal Grinding Noise (Jar or Motorbase)
Remove the jar from the base and run a normal smoothie cycle. This
will allow you to listen to the motor alone and identify any abnormal
sounds. If no abnormal sounds are identified, the jar may be the
issue. Please refer to the section on troubleshooting the jar.
"E-02 Overload" Error
If the blender shows an "E-02" or "Overload" error, let it rest
unplugged for five minutes and then run it without the jar. If the
motor runs normally without the jar, add one cup of water to the
jar and replace on the blender. Run the smoothie cycle. If problem
persists call Customer Care.
No Power
Check main power switch on the machine. Be sure it is in the on
position. If the problem persists, plug the unit into a different outlet.
If there is still no power, contact Customer Care.
"Overtemp" Error
Unplug the blender and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Run the
blender on the smoothie cycle. If the problem persists, contact
Customer Care.
Smoking or Burning Smell
A smoking or burning smell may occur on occasion. If you have
questions, please contact Customer Care.
If these troubleshooting steps do not resolve the issue, please contact
Customer Care. Contact information can be found at
www. blendtec.com/company/contact
Troubleshooting the Jar
After ensuring that the shaft has had time to cool (minimum
three minutes), grip the metal shaft at the bottom of the jar
with your fingers and twist. The shaft should make one smooth,
silent revolution with little resistance. If you experience a
different result, please refer to the FAQ section on our website
(www.blendtec.com/faq) or contact Customer Care.
Touch Error
Wipe the touch pad with a dry, non-abrasive cloth and then
try pressing the button again. Make sure firm fingertip contact is
made with the intended selection. If error persists, unplug the unit
and allow it to sit for 20 minutes. If the issue continues, contact
Customer Care.
Blending Problems
If it appears that the blend isn't moving and the blade is spinning,
a bubble of air may have formed within the blend. This is commonly
called cavitation. If this happens, follow these steps: (1) stop the
blend cycle, (2) remove the jar from the blender base, (3) scrape the
inside walls of the jar with a spoon or add a little warm water to the
blend, (4) remove the spoon, replace the jar, and resume the blend.
The blender works best with a 1:3 liquid to solid ratio. If you are
experiencing frequent cavitation, try blending the liquids with the
most fibrous or dense items first (e.g., almond milk and dates) to
make the base or paste. Add the remaining ingredients to finish
the blend.
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