BL1550 - Blender BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BL1550 BLACK & DECKER

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Three colorful smoothie glasses with kiwi slices and a strawberry garnish, no text or symbols visible.

Should you have any questions or concerns with your new product, please call our Customer Service Line at 1-800-231-9786 (US and Canada). Please do not return to the store.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Unit has a motor protection system. If the indicator blinks rapidly, unplug and let cool. Plug back in to restart.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put blender base, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before assembly/disassembly and before cleaning.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Customer Service for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment by calling the appropriate toll-free number listed in this manual.
• The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause a risk of injury to persons.
• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the blender is not running.

• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter assembly blades on base without the jar properly attached.
  • Always operate blender with cover in place.
• When blending hot liquids, remove the lid cap from the lid. Do not blend hot liquids in the personal jar.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
• Do not operate with damaged blades.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

POLARIZED PLUG (120V models only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

1) A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2) Longer detachable power cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3) If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,
a) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
b) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and
c) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please call our Customer Service line listed in these instructions.

Congratulations on your purchase of the FusionBlade Die-cast Digital Blending System! From delicious smoothies to creamy soups, the FusionBlade blender's powerful motor and unique blade design work together to ensure superior blending and crushing results.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FUSIONBLADE™ DIE-CAST DIGITAL BLENDING SYSTEM

10 11 12

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BLACK+DECKER

1. Measuring cup lid cap (Part# BL1130-01)
2. Lid (Part# BL1500-02)
3. Blending jar (Part# BL1130-03)
4. Handle
5. Blade assembly (not shown) (Part# BL1130-04)
6. Jar base (Part# BL1130-06)

7. Heavy-duty die-cast base (blender base)

8. Digital Control Panel with on/off,
   3 speeds plus pulse

9. Cord storage
10. Personal jar travel lid (Part# BL1130-07) (Not included with all models)
11. Personal jar (Part# BL1130-08) (Not included with all models)
12. Personal jar base (Part# BL1130-09) (Not included with all models)

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

HOW TO USE

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the power plug.
• Remove and save literature.
• Please visit www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section of this manual.

BLENDING JAR ASSEMBLY

1. Turn the blending jar upside down and place flat on counter top or work surface.
2. Place the blade assembly in bottom opening of the jar with blades down. (A)
3. Place jar base onto jar and rotate clockwise until it is tight. It is important to tighten to avoid leaking while blending. (B)
4. Turn the assembled jar right side up.
5. Place lid with lid cap on blender jar. (C)
6. Uncoil power cord from storage area under the base.
7. Place jar assembly on base.
8. Blender is now ready for use.

USING YOUR BLENDER

Important: Appliance should always have lid in place when in use.

Caution: Do not place blender jar onto base when motor is running.

1. Make sure appliance is OFF.
2. Place ingredients to be blended into jar. For best results, add ingredients in the following order:
   a. Liquids first: liquids help the blades move easily when you turn on your blender.
   b. Powders (such as protein mixes and cocoa powder): powders should go after liquids and before solids so they don't fly up and stick to the lid.
   c. Soft foods: such as bananas and cucumbers go next.
   d. Hard foods: such as frozen fruits and raw veggies.
   e. Ice cubes last: they help pull all other ingredients down towards the blades.

Tip: When using frozen fruits it is not necessary to also add ice.

1. Place lid on jar; make sure lid cap is in place.
2. Plug power cord into outlet. Press ON/OFF button. The LED illuminates in blue to signify the blender is in standby mode. After 60 seconds the unit will

automatically power off if no buttons are pressed. The LED will blink slowly when the blender is in use.

Note: When in use, do not leave blender unattended. When using hard foods, such as ice or cheese, keep one hand on the lid to keep blender in place.

1. Select the speed that best suits your desired task. (See SPEED CHART)

Important: Do not hold speed button, simply press the desired speed, watch and press PULSE/STOP when the desired consistency is achieved. Holding the button for longer than 30 seconds will cause the blender to shut off. Unit must be shut off to reset.

1. For blending tasks - or when blending thick mixtures - use the PULSE button for several seconds, then release. Repeat until food has reached the desired consistency. Releasing PULSE stops the blending.
2. Open the lid cap to add ingredients while the blender is running and drop ingredients through the opening.

Important: Do not remove the lid while the blender is running.

1. When finished, press PULSE/STOP or ON/OFF to stop blending. Make sure blades have completely stopped before attempting to remove the blending jar from the base (Refer to troubleshooting for any issues).
2. To remove the jar, grasp the handle and lift up.
3. Remove the lid to pour.
4. Press ON/OFF to power off.
5. Always unplug the appliance when not in use.

USING THE PERSONAL BLENDER JAR (NOT INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS)

Note: Do not blend hot liquids in the personal jar.

1. Place the personal blender jar on a flat surface with the open end facing up. Fill the jar with ingredients. Do not fill ingredients past the "20oz." marking.

Note: For best results, add ingredients in the following order:

a. Liquids
b. Ice
c. Hard Foods
d. Soft Foods
e. Powders

1. Tighten the personal jar base on the open end of the personal jar with the blade facing down towards the ingredients. It is important to tighten to prevent leaking during blending.
2. Turn personal jar upside down and place on the blender base, turning clockwise to lock into place.
3. Select speed 1 or use PULSE to blend to desired consistency.

Important: It is recommended to only use speed 1 when using the personal blender jar.

1. Once blending has finished, remove the personal jar by turning counterclockwise and lifting off the base. Turn the jar over and place it on a flat surface. Always make sure blades have stopped moving before removing jar.

Important: If the jar gets stuck on the blending base or begins to loosen from the blade base, follow these steps:

a. Unplug the unit
b. Turn the jar clockwise to tighten jar onto the personal jar base
c. Turn jar and personal jar base counterclockwise to unlock from blending base and lift up.

1. Remove the personal jar base from the personal jar by turning counterclockwise. Place the personal jar travel lid on the personal jar and enjoy your delicious drinks on the go.

BLENDING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

• Cut food into pieces no larger than ^3/_4 for use in the blender.
• When preparing foods that have several different kinds of ingredients, always add liquid ingredients first.
• When ingredients splatter onto the sides of the jar or the mixture is very thick, press the PULSE/STOP button to turn appliance off. Remove the lid and use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the jar and to redistribute the food, pushing food toward the blades. Replace the lid and continue blending.
• The lid cap holds up to 1 oz. of liquid and can be used as a measure when adding ingredients such as juices, milk, cream or liquor.
• When making bread crumbs or blending dry goods, make sure blending jar is completely dry.
• The PULSE function is helpful when short bursts of power are needed, such as when preparing thick smoothies or milkshakes. Do not use pulse for more than 10 seconds at a time. Release the PULSE button regularly, allow the blender to rest briefly, then continue.
• Do not run blender for longer than 1 12 minutes at a time.
• Do not use if blender jar is chipped or cracked.
• It is helpful to begin the blending process on the lowest speed and then increase to a higher speed, if necessary.
• To stop blending at any time, press the PULSE/STOP or ON/OFF button.
• When blending hot ingredients, always let them cool at least 5 minutes before blending. Before beginning to blend, remove the measuring cup lid insert and put it back with the opened side tilted away from you. Cover lid with a cloth to avoid splattering and only use the lowest speed. Do not blend more than 2 12 to 3 cups at a time.
  • Always operate the blender with the lid on the jar.
• Do not store foods in the blending jar.
• Do not overfill the blender (the blender is more efficient with less rather

than more).

DO NOT USE BLENDER TO BLEND:

• Large pieces of frozen foods
- Tough foods such as raw turnips, sweet potatoes and potatoes
- Bones
• Hard salami, pepperoni
- Boiling liquids (cool for 5 minutes before place in blending jar)
- Egg whites
- Dough
- Meats

SPEED CHART

Function Food Type Speed Setting
1 Stir	Mix Crumb	Prepare salad dressingsMix ingredients for baked goodsMake cookie, cereal, bread crumbs
2 Chop	Whip Blend	Chop fruits, vegetables, and cooked meats. Whip whipped cream or butter.Blend smoothies, sauces
3 Dressings	Batters Dips	Puree fruits and vegetablesBlend milkshakes and maltsGrind hard cheeses, cooked meats and coconut

CARE AND CLEANING

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

• Make sure the unit is unplugged before cleaning. Wipe the blender base using a damp cloth. Do not immerse the blender base in water.
• Lift the blending jar by the handle off the base.
• Remove lid and lid cap.
• Wash removable parts by hand or in the dishwasher. Place the blending jar on the bottom rack and the rest of the parts on the top rack only.

Caution: Blades are sharp. Handle with care when hand washing.

CLEANING TIPS:

• For quick cleanup, combine 1 cup hot water and a drop of liquid dish soap in the blending jar.
• Cover and blend on Speed 2 for about 30 seconds.
• Discard liquid and rinse thoroughly.

Important:

• Do not place the jar parts in boiling liquids.
• Do not immerse the base in liquid. Wipe the base with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
• Remove stubborn spots by rubbing with a damp cloth and nonabrasive cleaner.

Note: If liquids spill onto the base, wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on parts or finish.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible Cause Solution
LED blinking quickly (100 msec/time)	Blender overheated or button held longer than 30 seconds.	Unit must be reset. Unplug to reset. Let unit cool for at least 20 minutes.
Blender stops/ goes into STANDBY mode	Blending time exceeds 2.5 minutes.	Re-select appropriate speed setting to start blender.

RECIPES

CLASSIC SMOOTHIE

2 cups apple juice
2 medium bananas, cut into 2 pieces
2 cups frozen whole strawberries

Place the ingredients in the blender, in the order shown above. Cover and blend for 15 seconds, or until smooth.

BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING

This creamy, fresh dressing is great with any salad greens. Try it as a dip with chicken wings or as a dip for your favorite veggies.

^1/2 cup sour cream
^1/4 cup mayonnaise
^1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 Tbsp. fresh chopped parsley
1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped
2 tsp. lemon juice
^1/8 tsp. each, salt and pepper

Place all ingredients in blender jar. Cover and blend 30 seconds, or until smooth.

Transfer to a storage container. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. Stir before using. For a larger batch, double the recipe.

Makes about 1 cup.

Tip: For more blue cheese flavor, stir in an additional 2 Tbsp. crumbled blue cheese after blending.

GREEN SMOOTHIE

1 to 1½ cups fresh spinach
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (may substitute water)
12 cup fresh pineapple, cut into pieces
12 cup mango, cut into pieces
1 banana
1 Tbsp. ground flax seeds

Add milk then spinach to blender jar; blend until smooth. Add ground flax seeds and fresh fruit and blend again. Garnish with pineapple and a straw!

QUICK AND EASY SALSA

This fast and easy restaurant-style salsa is a great substitution for fresh Pico de Gallo when tomatoes are no longer in season. Serve it with your favorite chips or as a topping for tacos.

2 cans (10 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chilies
12 small onion, quartered
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded, deveined
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
12 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 tsp. sugar
12 tsp. cumin
12 tsp. salt

Place all ingredients in blender jar. Cover and pulse 30 seconds or to desired consistency. For a small batch, cut recipe in half and blend in your personal size blender jar.

WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION

For support or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate 800 number listed within this section. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult our Product Protection Center at www.prodprotect.com/applica.

Two-Year Limited Warranty (Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does my warranty cover?

- Your warranty covers any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, the liability of Spectrum Brands Inc. will not exceed the purchase price of product.

How long is the warranty period?

- Your warranty extends two years from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase.

What support does my warranty provide?

- Your warranty provides you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished.

How do you get support?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call toll-free 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.
• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

What does my warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use
- Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect
- Products that have been modified in any way
- Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase
- Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit
- Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
- Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law affect my warranty?

- This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

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Note: The maximum rating is based on the blending jar attachment. The power input of the optional personal jar is less than the allowable deviation.

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