Blendtec HP3A Home User manual
Table of Contents
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1
SECTION 2: UNPACKING 3
SECTION 3: BLENDER OVERVIEW 4
SECTION 4: INSTALLATION 4
SECTION 5: CARE AND CLEANING 6
SECTION 6: OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW 7
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 8
SECTION 8: WARRANTY 10
HP-1
SECTION 1
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read all instructions carefully before using your Blender™
1.1 SAFETY CERTIFICATION
The blender is certied by ETL (Report No. 3018204-4,
3018204-2 & 3018204-3).
1.2 CERTIFICATION
Blender and its accessories are certied by NSF
International (NSF), under K-TEC in the NSF Ofcial
Listing.
1.3 AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS
• Keep ngers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.
• Keep all utensils away from the drive socket and blender blades during
operation. Metal utensils will damage blades.
• NEVER put hands into blender jar or add substances by hand when the
blender is operating.
• NEVER place jar into drive socket if blender motor is operating.
• DO NOT rock the blender during operation.
These precautions will prevent personal injury and/or damage to the blender.
1.4 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER IF IT APPEARS DAMAGED
If the blender malfunctions call your service agent rst. If it is dropped or dam-
aged in any way, return the blender to a Blendtec service agent immediately for
examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or possible replace-
ment.
1.5 NEVER OPERATE BLENDER IN LIQUID
Do not operate the blender motor in water or any other liquid. Avoid all contact
between the motor and water. Do not use the blender outdoors where it is sub-
ject to precipitation.
1.6 NEVER PUT NON-FOOD ITEMS INTO JAR
Metal utensils, rocks and glass are dangerous if placed in jar. Damage caused
by such foreign objects will void the warranty. Keep hands and utensils out of
jar while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the
blender. Utensils may only be used when the blender is not running.
1.7 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER WITHOUT THE LID IN PLACE
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1.8 NEVER OPERATE THE BLENDER USING ATTACHMENTS NOT SOLD
BY BLENDTEC
The use of any unauthorized attachments may cause re, electric shock, and/or
injury and will void the warranty.
1.9 CONTAINER MUST BE PROPERLY IN PLACE WHILE APPLIANCE IS
OPERATING
1.10 BLADES ARE SHARP! HANDLE CAREFULLY!
1.11 WHEN BLENDING HOT LIQUIDS, REMOVE CENTER PIECE OF LID
1.12 POWER CORD PRECAUTIONS
• NEVER operate with a damaged cord or plug. (If the supply cord is damaged
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or authorized service agent to avoid
a hazard
• DO NOT permit the cord to hang over the edge of the work surface.
• NEVER use an extension cord with the unit.
• Unplug the blender motor when not in use; before changing blender loca-
tions; or cleaning.
1.13 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE POWER UNIT
Never remove the blender motor cover. The blender motor does not contain self-
adjustable or serviceable parts. A qualied service agent must make all service
adjustments. Removing the cover or attempting to service the blender will void
the warranty.
1.14 TURN THE POWER SWITCH OFF WHEN NOT IN USE
The Power Switch (ON/OFF switch) is located on the back of the blender motor
cover.
1.15 AVOID TOUCHING THE BLENDER DRIVE SOCKET AFTER EXTENSIVE
USE.
The blender drive socket may become hot after numerous cycles.
1.16 CLOSE SUPERVISION IS NECESSARY WHEN APPLIANCE IS USED BY
OR NEAR CHILDREN.
1.17 THE BLENDER IS INTENDED FOR HOME USE ONLY! ANY USE OF THE
BLENDER FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HP-3
SECTION 2
SAVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
USE.
2.1 UNPACKING YOUR BLENDER
You should have received the following items:
• Motor base
• Blender jar with lid
• Recipe book
1. Remove blender motor, blender jar and lid from packaging.
2. Unwind the power cord.
3. Check for any packing material that may have blocked ventilation holes in
the blender motor.
4. Inspect all items to ensure no damage occurred in shipment.
5. If any damage has occurred contact your Blendtec service agent
immediately.
2.2 RECORDING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE
Record your blender motor serial number and date of purchase in the space
below. You will need these when contacting Blendtec for service or questions.
Motor Serial #:
____________________________________________________
(Found on bottom of motor base)
Date of Purchase:
____________________________________________________
Purchased From
____________________________________________________
2.3 REGISTRATION OF YOUR BLENDER
Register online at www.blendtec.com (select “Product Registration”
under the Support button) or return the registration card to the address provided.
HP-4
SECTION 3
Blender OVERVIEW
(Refer to Figures 1 and 2)
3.1 BLENDER MOTOR
• Motor Cover: Houses the power unit in a durable, easy-to-clean
polycarbonate.
• Touch Pad: Consists of six buttons that contain pre-programmed settings for
selective blender control, a pulse button, and two speed control buttons.
• LCD Information Center: will indicate status of unit as well as overload or
over-temperature conditions.
• Power Unit: This unit is located within the blender motor and contains the
machinery that runs the blender.
• Power Switch: Located on the back lower-right corner of the power unit.
3.2 BLENDER JAR ASSEMBLY
The blender jar assembly consists of the blender jar, blade assembly, and lid.
• Jar: Made from polycarbonate to provide maximum efciency and clear
visibility of blender performance.
• Blade Assembly: Stainless steel designed to provide fast consistent blending
SECTION 4
INSTALLATION
We recommend that surge protection be placed between the receptacle and the
blender motor.
1. Place blender on a at, clean and dry surface.
2. Make sure a plug outlet is available within four feet of the blender motor.
3. Ensure that the unit is turned off before plugging it into a separate 120-volt
receptacle.
4. Ensure that blender vents are unobstructed to allow proper cooling during
use.
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SECTION 5
CARE AND CLEANING
5.1 AFTER USE CLEANING
1. Add 1 cup of hot water and a drop of liquid dishwashing soap to the blender
jar.
2. Place the lid tightly onto the jar. Place the blender jar on the blender base,
and with your hand placed on top of the lid; press the pulse button for 5
seconds.
3. Rinse with clear water until all soap is rinsed from jar and lid.
4. Clean the blender base by simply wiping the base and touchpad with a
damp rag and water.
5.2 LONG-TERM SANITATION
1. For long-term sanitation, occasionally ll the blender jar half way with hot
water.
2. Add one teaspoon of liquid chlorine bleach.
3. Stir for 10 seconds to mix water and bleach. Let mixture stand in blender jar
for ve minutes.
4. Empty water/bleach mixture and rinse the jar thoroughly to ensure that there
is no bleach mixture left in the jar. Turn jar RIGHT SIDE UP on dish rack
until dry.
5.3 CLEANING TIPS AND CAUTIONS
• Do not use abrasives or stiff brushes to clean the blender base or jar as this
will dull or scratch the surface. Cosmetic damage is not covered by war-
ranty.
• NEVER submerge the blender motor in water. Avoid submerging blender jars
for more than 5 minutes. Water penetration through the lower jar seals will
reduce the life of the jar. After cleaning, we recommend the blender jar be
stored upright.
• BLENDER JAR IS DISHWASHER SAFE - TOP RACK ONLY! Extreme tem-
peratures damage the lower seal to the jar.
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SECTION 6
OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW
Your Blendtec home blender has 30+ pre-programmed blend cycles for your con-
venience, or optional manual controls. A representation of the controls is found
below:
6.1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN OPERATION
1. Turn on the main power switch located on the back of the blender motor in
the lower right corner. The display on the front will read “Blendtec home”
2. Place the blender jar on the base, making sure the jar is secure. Attach the
blender lid.
6.2 MANUAL CONTROLS
START/STOP: The START/STOP button can be pressed at any time to stop the
current blender function.
PULSE: To use the high speed pulse, simply hold hold the pulse button for the
desired amount of time. The blender will stop when you release the button. The
Pulse function can also be activation during a blend cycle. When the pulse but-
ton is pressed the current cycle pauses and the pulse begins. When the pulse
button is released the selected cycle resumes.
SPEED UP/SPEED DOWN: Pressing the UP button will start a speed cycle for
50 seconds. During this time press or hold down the UP/DOWN arrows to con-
trol up to 9 speeds at which the blender can operate
START
STOP
PULSE
EXITEXITPRESETS SPEED/OPTIONS
SELECT
CYCLE
MENU
MENU
MODE
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