Operation
Operating the Blender—Models HBB250 & HBB250S
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded outlet.
Do not remove ground.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Controls
Two separate switches on the front panel allow
you to control the blender for precise blending
requirements:
• The ON/OFF/PULSE switch will turn the
blender ON for continuous operation or OFF.
The Pulse position turns on the blender at the
selected speed only when the switch is
pressed. When the switch is released, the
blender will stop. This will allow you to precisely
control the operation of the blender.
• The HIGH/LOW switch allows you to select
the following speeds:
High – 20,000 RPM • Low – 16,000 RPM
Using the blender
Before you use the blender for the first time, wash
the container, cover, and cutter unit assembly.
Refer to "Cleaning the Blender." Do not put the
cutter unit assembly in the dishwasher.
To operate the blender, proceed as follows:
1. Place the blender on a clean, dry, level surface,
and set the ON/OFF/PULSE switch to OFF.
2. Plug the blender into an electric outlet.
3. Place the ingredients to be blended into the
container.
4. Place the container onto the base. Make sure it
rests securely on the base.
5. Place the cover and filler cap on the container.
wWARNING
Cut Hazard
Always place cover on container when
blending.
Do not put hands, spoons, or other utensils
in container when blending.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in broken bones, cuts, or other injuries.
HIGH/LOW
Switch
Models HBB250 & HBB250S
6. Set the High/Low switch to the desired speed.
See "Professional Blending Techniques" for
blending tips.
7. Move the ON/OFF/PULSE switch to the
ON position.
NOTE: If you want the blender to run for short
bursts, press down on the ON/OFF/PULSE switch
(on some models). While you are pressing the
Pulse switch, the blender will run at the selected
speed. Release the Pulse switch to stop the
blender.
On (I)/Off (O)
Pulse
Switch
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