SHBL100 - Blender WestBend - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	WestBend
Model	SHBL100
Product Type	Blender (mixer)
Pitcher Capacity	48 oz (6 cups) - MAX Fill Line
Pitcher Material	Plastic (polycarbonate)
Blade Material	Stainless steel
Speeds	2 speeds (Low, High) and Pulse function
Pulse Function	Yes - short pulses
Motor	Power not specified (estimated 300-500W)
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz
Power Cord	Short, polarized plug
Cleaning	Hand wash only (pitcher, lid, cap, stir stick)
Motor Base	Do not immerse, clean with a damp cloth
Warranty	1 year limited (USA and Canada)
Included Accessories	Stirring stick, clear cap
Safety	Lid lock, automatic shut-off in case of overload
Use	Household use only
Dimensions (approx.)	Height: approx. 40 cm, Width: approx. 18 cm (estimated)
Weight (approx.)	Approximately 2.5 kg (estimated)
Replacement Parts	Available at www.focuselectrics.com or customer service

Frequently Asked Questions - SHBL100 WestBend

How to assemble the Soho SHBL100 blender?

Before first use, wash the pitcher, lid and cap with warm soapy water. Attach the pitcher to the motor base by turning clockwise. Place the lid and turn to lock. Insert the cap or stirring stick. Ensure the appliance is unplugged during assembly.

How to clean the blender?

Unplug the appliance. Wash the pitcher, lid, cap and stir stick by hand with warm soapy water. Beware of sharp blades. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Do not immerse the motor base; wipe it with a damp cloth.

Can you mix hot liquids?

It is not recommended to pour boiling liquids into the pitcher. Remove the cap from the lid if mixing hot liquids to avoid pressure. Let cool slightly before blending.

How to use the Pulse function?

Press and release the Pulse button with short bursts. Use this function to crush ice or frozen ingredients, or to chop food into pieces. Release to stop; the blades stop immediately.

What to do if the motor stops during use?

Turn off and unplug the appliance. Remove some ingredients to reduce the load. Let the motor cool for 5 minutes before restarting. Do not exceed 3 minutes of continuous operation.

Can the blender crush ice?

Yes, use the Pulse function to crush ice. Add liquids first, then ice. Do not fill above the MAX Fill line.

How to add ingredients during operation?

Remove the center cap from the lid and add ingredients through the opening. Close the cap immediately to avoid splashing.

What is the maximum capacity of the pitcher?

The maximum capacity is 48 oz (6 cups), indicated by the 'MAX Fill' line on the pitcher. Do not exceed this limit.

Is the blender under warranty?

Yes, one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in parts and labor. Valid only in USA and Canada. Contact customer service at [phone] or [e-mail].

Where to find replacement parts?

Replacement parts are available at www.focuselectrics.com or by contacting customer service. Provide the model number SHBL100.

USER MANUAL SHBL100 WestBend

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Important Safeguards....2

Operating Precautions....2

Electricity Precautions....3

Precautions For Use Around Children....4

Blending Jar Precautions....4

Assembling Your Blender....5

Using Your Blender....6

Cleaning Your Blender....7

Warranty....8

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• The use of accessory attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by Focus Electrics may cause injuries.
• Do not operate if the blender is not working properly or if it has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.
• Do not leave unit unattended while plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Keep hands and utensils out of the blending jar 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 unplugged and not in operation.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• For household use only.

CAUTION

To prevent personal injuries, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• Blades are sharp. Use extreme caution during assembly, while operating, disassembly and cleaning.
• Do not use if blades are broken, cracked or loose.
  • Always operate blender with lid in place.
  • Always hold blending jar while processing for stability.
• Do not leave blender unattended while it is operating.
• Do not remove blending jar from base until the motor has stopped completely.
• Do not use a cracked, chipped or broken blending jar.
• When blending hot liquids, remove lid cap.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly blades on motor base without blending jar properly attached.
• Do not use this appliance on the stovetop, under broiler, in the oven, in the refrigerator or freezer.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not plug cord into wall outlet unless power switch is in OFF position.
• Always turn control to OFF and unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use, before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over.
• 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.
• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.
• Do not attempt to use a voltage converter or other device to adapt your blender to a different outlet or voltage, as damage will occur.

To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AROUND CHILDREN

• Close supervision is always necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.

BLENDING JAR PRECAUTIONS

• The blending jar is designed for use with this appliance only. Do not use the blending jar provided with this appliance for any other appliance or application.
• Do not place blending jar on hot surface or in a heated oven.
• Use caution when cleaning blending jar with blades assembled. Wipe exterior with damp cloth, and only rinse interior. If necessary to clean inside of blending jar, disassemble and clean following the instructions in the assembly and cleaning sections of this manual.
• Do not use a cracked blending jar or a blending jar having a loose or weakened cutting blade retainer.
• Do not clean blending jar with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.

ASSEMBLING YOUR BLENDER

To use your Soho ^® Blender, begin by assembling the unit.

Lid Cap Stir Stick Lid Blending jar Blade Assembly Blade Assembly Holder Motor Base

WARNING: Unplug appliance from electrical outlet before assembling, removing parts or cleaning. Never place motor or cord in water or other liquids.

1. Before using the first time, hand wash the blending jar, lid, lid cap, and stir stick in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry. Be careful of blades in bottom of blending jar when washing and drying. (Do not wash any parts in dishwasher).
2. Place blending jar on motor base with handle on right. Be sure bottom of attached blade base assembly is sitting flat on the motor base. Turn clockwise to lock in place.
3. Place lid on top of blending jar; turn clockwise to lock. Place lid cap in center of lid and turn counter clockwise to lock in place, or place stir stick through center of lid to assist in mixing efficiency.
4. Your Soho ^® Blender is now ready to use!

BLENDER OPERATION

1. Make sure blender is unplugged. Place blender motor base on clean, dry surface.
2. Place the blender blending jar onto the motor base and turn container clockwise to lock into place.
3. Add ingredients to the blending jar and replace the lid. Lock lid in place by turning clockwise.

Note: Add liquid ingredients first, then add frozen or solid ingredients. This will prevent excessive wear and stress on the motor and blades and ensure that the ingredients are properly blended. Do not fill above the MAX Fill Line (48 oz/6 cups).

1. You may add more ingredients through the hole in the center of the lid. When finished adding ingredients, cover the hole with the lid cap or insert stir stick during operation. Plug cord into outlet.

2. TO START BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending the ingredients by pressing speed button (Low, High or Pulse).

3. TO USE PULSE MODE: The PULSE button allows you to create short bursts of power. To use the PULSE function, repeatedly push and release the PULSE button. The PULSE function should be used in the initial stage of blending ice and frozen ingredients for smoothies and other frozen drinks. The PULSE function should also be used to break apart larger pieces of food or to control the texture of food when chunkier results are desired.

4. Blue light will be "ON" when machine is in operation.

5. TO STOP BLENDING: Stop the blending process by pushing the "OFF" button.

6. Wait until blades stop rotating before removing blending jar.

7. Remove blending jar by turning counter clockwise on base to unlock; then lift straight up.

STIR STICK OPERATION – When in use and while the machine is running, stir or rotate the Stir Stick in a counter-clockwise direction so that the Stir Stick scrapes or contacts the sides of the blending jar. This stirring operation will aid in mixing the contents of the blending jar by forcing the ingredients into the mixing blades.

Illustration of a blender with liquid inside, showing handle and control panel (no text or symbols)

• Always add liquid ingredients to the blending jar first and then add remaining solid or frozen ingredients. This will prevent excessive wear on the motor and ensure that the ingredients are properly blended. Do not fill above the MAX Fill Line (48 oz/6 cups).
• The stir stick may be used to assist in making frozen drinks or for blending any other types of ingredients. When using the stir stick turn the stir stick counterclockwise to thoroughly mix the ingredients. When the stir stick is not being used, be sure to place the lid cap over the hole in the center of the lid and lock in place.
• To add other ingredients when blender is operating, remove lid cap from container lid and add ingredients through opening. Replace lid cap and lock in place before processing.
• When chopping dry ingredients such as breadcrumbs, nuts, spices, etc., make sure that the blending jar and blades are completely dry.
• The PULSE button should be operated in short bursts. As the PULSE button is pressed and released, the blades should stop rotating between pulses.
• Do not attempt to mix or knead heavy dough, mash potatoes, beat egg whites, grind raw meat, or extract juices from fruits or vegetables. The blender is not made to perform these tasks.
• Do not over-blend foods. Most ingredients should be properly blended or chopped in seconds.
• Do not operate motor base for longer than 3 minutes at a time; allow 5 minutes before running motor again.
• If the motor stalls, turn off and unplug the unit. Remove a portion of the ingredients before attempting to continue.
• Do not add boiling liquids to the blending jar.

CLEANING YOUR BLENDER

Before using your Soho ^® blender for the first time and after each use:

1. Hand wash the blending jar, lid, lid cap, and stir stick in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry. Be careful of blades in bottom of blending jar when washing and drying.
2. Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher.
3. Never submerge motor base in water. Wipe off with a damp cloth and dry.
4. Reassemble the blender with lid ajar to prevent container odor.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase, provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HERBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at [phone] or e-mail us at [e-mail]. Return shipping fees are non-refundable. A receipt proving original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims. Hand-written receipts are not accepted. Focus Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics online at www.focuselectrics.com, or you may call or e-mail the service department at the number/e-mail address listed above, or by writing to us at:

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

Be sure to include the catalog/model number of your appliance (located on the bottom/back of the unit) and a description and quantity of the part you wish to order. Along with this include your name, mailing address, Visa/MasterCard number, expiration date and the name as it appears on the card. Checks can be made payable to Focus Electrics, LLC. Call Customer Service to obtain purchase amount. Your state's sales tax and a shipping/processing fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two (2) weeks for delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: ____

Where purchased and price, if known: ____

Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product): ____

WEST BEND®

MIXEUR SOHO®

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Illustration of a blender with a lid and side button (no text or symbols)

CONSEILS D'UTILISATION GÉNÉRALE

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

Black and white photo of a modern blender with handle and control panel (no visible text or symbols)

Illustration of a white blender with a glass lid and control panel (no text or symbols)

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095