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BLENDER EXPRESS™

Instruction Manual

Exterior view of a modern kitchen blender with black handle and control knob (no visible text or symbols)

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Important Safeguards 2

Before Using for the First Time .... 3

Using Your Blender Express ^TM 4

Cleaning Your Blender Express™ 5

Recipes 6

Warranty 7

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not blend hot liquids.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by Focus Products Group International, LLC. may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces including the stove.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Always plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control to "OFF," then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer extension cords are available, but care must be exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on 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.
• This appliance's maximum rating is based on the 24 oz. blending mug which draws the greatest current. Any additional included blending containers may draw significantly less current.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Blades are sharp; handle carefully.

• Always operate the appliance with a blade base and mug in place.
- Keep hands and utensils out of blending mug while mixing ingredients to reduce risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the machine.
- After running the motor continuously for ninety seconds, wait at least three minutes before running the motor again.
- To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades on base without blending mug properly attached.
- For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many accessory parts are contained within the packaging material. Follow instructions in the "Cleaning your Blender Express™" section of this manual. The gasket should not be removed from the blade base or mug lid for cleaning. Do not wash parts in the dishwasher.

CONTROL BUTTONS:

PULSE - gives short bursts of power at high speed. Use "PULSE" to begin the mixing of ice and other hard ingredients.

OFF - turns the appliance "OFF."

LOW - runs the appliance at low speed. Use this speed for the initial 15 seconds of mixing.

HIGH - runs the appliance at high speed. Use this speed for the final stages of mixing.

FULSE OFF LOW RISK

Blender Express™ Parts 24 oz. Mug Four Blade Blending Base Motor Base Mug Lid Additional Accessories Sold With the Blender Express™ Plus 18 oz. Blending Container 12 oz. Blending Container Drinking Rims Dual Flat Blade Base SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

FOUR BLADE BLENDING BASE
INGREDIENTS SPEED RESULT
Smoothies, Shakes, Malts, Baby Food, Purees	Pulse and High Smooth and Creamy
Soups, Sauces Pulse and Low Smooth and Creamy
Batters Low Thick and creamy

DUAL FLAT BLADE BASE
INGREDIENTS SPEED RESULT
Beans High Finely ground
Nuts High Crumbled
Whipped Cream Low Thick
Salsa, Chutney, Relish Pulse Chunky
Salad Dressing Low Creamy
Cheese Pulse and Low Crumbled
Firm Fruit & Vegetables Pulse and Low Chopped
Soft Fruit & Vegetables Pulse and Low Minced

The Blender Express™ mug has convenient measuring marks to create perfect smoothies and frozen drinks. To make your favorite drink, follow these simple steps:

TO MIX:

1. ADD ICE – Add ice or frozen ingredients until the total level reaches the "FROZEN INGREDIENTS" line on the side of the mug. Frozen ingredients include ice, frozen fruit, frozen yogurt, ice cream, etc.
2. ADD LIQUIDS – Add any combination of liquid ingredients up to the “LIQUIDS” mark on the side of the mug. Liquids include any soft ingredients such as fruit, milk, fruit juice, herbal supplements, or yogurt in any combination you think would be tasty.
3. Place the four blade blending base on the mug and turn clockwise to tighten. Note: For the Blender Express ^™ Plus, you can use both blade bases, interchangeably, between the mugs and the blending containers.
4. With the blade base firmly attached to the mug, flip the mug over and align the arrows on the motor base and blade base. Secure the blade base onto the motor base by turning the mug clockwise until locked.

Note: The Blender Express ^™ includes a small, clear gasket inside the rim of the blade base as well as a travel lid. The gasket provides an effective seal between the mug and the blade base or lid. These gaskets should not be removed. If the clear gasket becomes dislodged from the blender base or lid, replace by setting the gasket flat onto the circular slot inside the perimeter of the

blade base (blade side up) or the lid, beveled edge out. Holding the blade base (blade side up) or lid with both hands, use your thumbs to lightly push the gasket down into the circular slot of the base perimeter until it is firmly in place. Screw the mug onto the blade base or lid to ensure the gasket is seated properly.

1. Pulse the mixture 2 or 3 times by turning the dial to "PULSE."
2. Turn the dial on the motor base to "LOW" for 15 seconds to begin blending.
3. Turn the dial to "HIGH" until the ingredients are completely mixed. Note: After running the motor continuously for ninety seconds, wait at least three minutes before running the motor again. Do not blend for longer than 90 seconds at a time.

• To make a thicker smoothie, add more frozen ingredients.
• To make a thinner smoothie, add more liquid ingredients.

TO GO:

1. Unlock the mug from the motor base and then flip the mug over.
2. Turn the blade base counter-clockwise and remove it from the mug.
3. Place the mug lid on the mug and turn clockwise to tighten. Enjoy!

Note: Do not store contents inside of the mug with the lid on. Pressure may build up inside of the mug causing the contents to expand rapidly when the cover is removed.

1. Switch to "OFF" and unplug from the electrical outlet.
2. Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn spots, use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser.
3. Carefully wash all parts except for the motor base in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not wash parts in the dishwasher. Note: If the lid or blade base is difficult to remove from the mug, rinse or soak the mug and the blade base or lid in warm, soapy water. Then, using a damp cloth to grip the lid or blade base, unscrew from the mug by turning the lid or blade base counterclockwise.

This appliance has no user serviceable parts.

RECIPES

Strawberry Banana Supreme Smoothie

12 cup Strawberry nectar or apple juice
12 cup Milk
12 Frozen banana (chunks)
1¼ cups Frozen strawberries
12 cup Strawberry yogurt

Mango Tango Smoothie

12 cup Pineapple juice
12 cup Orange juice
14 Frozen banana (chunks)
12 cup Pineapple sherbet
^3/_4 cup Frozen mango slices

Berry Swirl Smoothie

12 cup Apple juice
^3/_4 cup Lemonade
12 cup Frozen raspberries
14 cup Frozen strawberries
12 cup Raspberry sherbet

Raspberry Cream Smoothie

12 cup Orange juice
12 cup Raspberry yogurt
12 cup Vanilla frozen yogurt
14 Frozen banana (chunks)
^3/_4 cup Frozen raspberries

Raspberry Sunrise Smoothie

1¼ cups Orange juice
^3/_4 cup Frozen raspberries
12 cup Raspberry sherbet
12 cup Ice

Orange Banana Cream Smoothie

12 cup Milk
^3/_4 cup Orange juice
14 tsp. Vanilla
1 / 4 Frozen banana (chunks)
12 cup Vanilla frozen yogurt
14 cup Orange yogurt
1½ tbs. Orange juice concentrate

Lemon Louie Smoothie

1 cup Lemonade
12 cup Lemon yogurt
^3/_4 cup Frozen pineapple chunks
12 cup Pineapple sherbet
12 cup Ice

Peach Refresher Smoothie

1 cup Peach nectar or apple juice
12 cup Vanilla frozen yogurt
1 / 4 Banana
1 / 2 cup Peach yogurt
^3/_4 cup Frozen peach slices

Banana Lime Sublime Smoothie

1 cup Limeade
1 / 2 Banana
12 cup Lime sherbet
1½ tbs. Coconut milk
1 / 2 cup Ice

Piña Colada Smoothie

2½ tbs. Coconut milk
1¼ cups Pineapple juice
14 cup Vanilla ice cream
1 / 4 Frozen banana (chunks)
^3/_4 cup Frozen pineapple chunks

Strawberry Lemon Surprise Smoothie

1 cup Lemonade
1 cup Frozen strawberries
12 cup Strawberry yogurt

Hawaiian Holiday Smoothie

12 cup Passion fruit nectar
1 / 2 cup Guava nectar
12 cup Orange sherbet
14 cup Frozen strawberries
14 cup Frozen mango slices
2 tbs. Coconut milk
12 cup Strawberry yogurt
14 cup Frozen banana (chunks)

Low-fat Strawberry Orange Smoothie

1 cup Strawberries
1 / 4 cup Orange juice
1 / 2 cup Skim milk
12 cup Plain nonfat yogurt
12 cup Ice

Lemonade Watermelon Soother

1 cup Watermelon (pulp, not rind)
1 12 oz. Frozen lemonade concentrate ( 1/4 of a 6 oz. can)
12 cup Lemon/lime soda
12 tsp. Grenadine syrup
1/2 -1 cup Ice, to desired consistency
*Add water if necessary

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Products Group International, LLC (“the Company”) 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 that the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the Instruction Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at the Company’s 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 the Company, 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 HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY 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 Customer Care Department at [phone], or e-mail us at [e-mail]. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. The Company 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 the Company several ways. Order online at www.westbend.com, e-mail [e-mail], over the phone by calling [phone], or by writing to:

Focus Products Group International, LLC.

Attn: Customer Care Dept.

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Care for an order total. Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance, which can be found on the bottom or back of the appliance, a description of the part or parts you are ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus Products Group International, LLC.

Your state/province's sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your 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): ____

NOTES

BLENDER EXPRESS™

Mode d'emploi

Exterior view of a modern kitchen blender with black handle and control knob (no text or symbols visible)

Additional Accessories Sold With the Blender Express™ Plus

Blender Express™ Parts

Smoothie Crème Orange Banane

Focus Products Group International, LLC.

Attn: Customer Care Dept.

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

Exterior view of a modern kitchen blender with black handle and control knob (no text or symbols visible)

Additional Accessories Sold With the Blender Express™ Plus

Focus Products Group International, LLC.