Kambrook - Australia
Kambrook - New Zealand
Building 2, Port Air Industrial Estate
1A Hale Street
Private Bag 94411
Botany, Manukau
Botany NSW 2019
Auckland 2163
Australia
New Zealand
Customer Service Line 1300 139 798
Customer Service Fax 1800 621 337
Customer Service Line/
Spare Parts 0800 273 845
Customer Service Fax 0800 288 513
Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you
purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue B12
Important
Please retain your instruction
book for future use.
In the event that you need some assistance with your
Kambrook appliance, please contact our Customer Service
Department on 1300 139 798 (Australia) or 0800 273 845
(New Zealand). Alternatively, visit us on our website at
www.kambrook.com.au
Contents
Kambrook Recommends
Safety First
p4
p6
Your Essentials
500 Watt Blender
Using Your Essentials
500 Watt Blender
p7
Hints and Tips
Care and Cleaning
Recipes
p8
p9
p10
Kambrook Recommends Safety First
IMPORTANT: Please retain your
instruction book for future use.
At Kambrook, we believe that safe performance is the first priority in any
consumer product, so that you, our valued customer can confidently
use and trust our products. We ask that any electrical appliance that
you use be operated in a sensible fashion with due care and attention
placed on the following important operating instructions.
Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook
Essentials 500 Watt Blender
• Carefully read all instructions before operating
the Kambrook Essentials Blender for the first
time and save for future reference.
• Always secure the blade assembly onto
the blender jug before attaching to the
motor base.
• Remove and safely discard any packaging
material and promotional labels before using
the blender for the first time.
• Ensure the Speed Control dial is in the ‘OFF’
position and the blender is switched off at
the power outlet and the power cord is
unplugged before attaching the blender jug.
• To eliminate a choking hazard for young
children, remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the power plug
of this appliance.
• Always operate the blender with the blender
jug lid in position.
• Keep fingers, hands, knives and other utensils
away from moving blades.
• Do not place the blender near the edge of a
bench or table during operation. Ensure the
surface is level, clean and free of water and
other substances.Vibration during operation
may cause the appliance to move.
• Do not place hands or fingers into the blender
jug unless the motor and blades have come
to a complete stop. Ensure the Speed Control
dial is in the ‘OFF’ position and the appliance
is switched off at the power outlet and the
power cord is unplugged before removing the
lid from the blender.
• Do not use the blender on a sink drain board.
• Do not place the blender on or near a hot
gas or electric burner, or where it could
touch a heated oven.
• Ensure the motor and the blades have
completely stopped before disassembling.
Ensure the Speed Control dial is in the ‘OFF’
position and the appliance is switched off
at the power outlet and the power cord is
unplugged from the power outlet before
attempting to move the blender, when
not in use, if left unattended and before
disassembling, cleaning or storing.
• Handle the blender and attachments with care
– remember the blades are razor-sharp and
should be kept out of the reach of children.
• Always ensure the blender is completely
assembled before operating.The blender will
not operate unless properly assembled.
• Do not use attachments other than those
provided with the blender.
• It is not recommended to blend with an
ingredient volume capacity of less than
1 cup (250ml).Always place one hand firmly
on top of the closed blender lid to enhance
the stability of the blender during operation.
• Do not attempt to operate the blender by
any method other than those described in
this booklet.
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• Care should be taken when removing the
food from the blender jug by ensuring the
motor and the blades have completely
stopped before disassembling. Ensure the
Speed Control Dial is turned to the ‘OFF’
position, the appliance is switched off at the
power outlet and unplugged, before removing
the lid from the blender jug.The blender jug
should then be unlocked from the motor
body and the food carefully removed before
attempting to remove the blade assembly.
• Do not process hot or boiling liquids –
allow liquids to cool before placing
into the blender jug.
• Do not move the blender whilst in operation.
• Do not leave the blender unattended when
in use.
• Do not place any part of the blender in the
dishwasher or microwave oven.
• Do not place anything on top of the
blender jug when the lid is on, when in
use and when stored.
• Do not operate the blender continuously for
periods longer than 1 minute on any setting
or if processing a heavy load. None of the
recipes in this book are considered a heavy
load. If the blender is operated continuously
for too long, it should be allowed to rest for 30
minutes before recommencing.
• Do not allow children to use the blender
without supervision.
• Keep the blender clean. Follow the cleaning
instructions provided in this book.
Important Safeguards For All
Electrical Appliances
• Carefully read all instructions before operating
the appliance and save for future reference.
• This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use this appliance for other than its
intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles
or boats. Do not use outdoors.
• Remove and safely discard all packaging
material and promotional labels before using
the appliance for the first time.
Misuse may cause injury.
• The installation of a residual current device
(safety switch) is recommended to provide
additional safety protection when using
electrical appliances. It is advisable that a
safety switch with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30mA be installed in
the electrical circuit supplying the appliance.
See your electrician for professional advice
• Fully unwind the power cord before use.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge
of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted.
• To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid, unless it
is recommended in the cleaning instructions.
• Always turn the appliance to the OFF
position, switch off at the power outlet
and unplug at the power outlet when the
appliance is not in use.
• The 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.
• Before cleaning, always turn the appliance
to the OFF position, switch off at the power
outlet, unplug at the power outlet and remove
the power cord, if detachable, from the
appliance and allow all parts to cool.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not place this appliance on or near a heat
source, such as hot plate, oven or heaters.
• It is recommended to inspect the appliance
regularly. Do not use the appliance if the
power supply cord, plug, connector or
appliance becomes damaged in anyway.
Return the entire appliance to the nearest
authorised Kambrook Service Centre for
examination and/or repair.
• Position the appliance at a minimum
distance of 20cm away from walls, curtains
and other heat or steam sensitive materials
and provide adequate space above and on
all sides for air circulation.
• Any maintenance other than cleaning should
be performed at an authorised Kambrook
Service Centre.
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Your Essentials 500 Watt Blender
1. Powerful 500 watt motor
4. Jug chute and inner cap
2. Large 1.5L plastic jug
5. Sturdy non-slip feet
3. 2 speed control plus
6. Stainless steel multi-blade design
pulse function
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Using Your Essentials 500 Watt Blender
blend until desired consistency
Before First Use
is reached.For ingredients that
require a short burst of power,use
the pulse speed.This is ideal for
thick liquids or nuts.
Before using your Kambrook Essentials
Blender for the first time, remove all
packaging material and promotional
labels. Ensure the appliance is
switched off at the power outlet and
power cord is unplugged.
6. To stop the blending at any time,
turn the speed control dial to‘OFF’.
Wash the lid, inner cap and blender
jug in warm soapy water with a soft
cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly (refer
to care and cleaning instructions).
The motor base can be wiped with
a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
7. After use, ensure the blender
is switched off by turning the
speed control dial to the ‘OFF’
position, then switch off at the
power outlet and remove the
power cord.Allow the blender
to cool before storing.
Assembling/Operating Your
Kambrook Blender
NOTE: During the blending
process, ingredients may
stick to the sides of the blender
jug. To push the food back
on the blades, turn the speed
control dial to ‘OFF’ and switch
the power off at the power
outlet and remove the power
cord. Remove the lid and
use a plastic spatula to
1. Place the power cord through
the cord slot and place the motor
base on a flat, dry surface. Ensure
that the blender is switched off at
the power outlet and the power
plug is unplugged from the
power outlet.
2. Place the blender jug onto the
motor base. Ensure that the
blender jug is securely positioned.
scrape down the sides of
the jug. Replace lid before
recommencing blending.
3. Add food or liquid to the blender
jug. Place the lid on the blender,
and push down to seal. Insert the
inner cap into the hole of the
blender jug lid.
NOTE: If the blades become
stuck, immediately select the
speed control dial to ‘OFF’
and switch the power off at the
power outlet and remove the
power cord. Remove the jug
from the blender base and
remove the lid. Use a plastic
spatula to dislodge the food
or liquid from the blades.
Replace lid before
4. Plug the power cord into a 230V
or 240V power outlet and switch
on at the power point.
5. Turn the speed control dial
clockwise for the speeds
‘LOW’ and ‘HIGH’ setting and
anticlockwise for ‘PULSE’ setting.
The speed can be changed at
any time during the blending
process. Ideally, start blending on
‘LOW’ speed and then increase
to a ‘HIGH’ speed if necessary to
recommencing blending.
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Hints and Tips
• Ensure the maximum level on the
blender jug is not exceeded. Ensure
the lid fits securely and the inner
cap is on.
• Use ‘LOW’ speed for dressings,
marinades and foods that require
blending until just combined.
NOTE: Do not blend dry, thick
or heavy mixtures for more than
1 minute without switching off
the blender and stirring the
ingredients with a plastic spatula,
and then continuing blending.
• Use ‘HIGH’ speed for pureeing
smoothie or cocktail making.
• Use‘PULSE’for mixtures that require
short bursts of power such as thick
liquids or chopping nuts.
• Ensure all removable parts have
been thoroughly washed and dried
before assembly.
• Ensure the blender is correctly
assembled before operating.
• Ensure the blender is used on a
clean and dry surface.
• Place liquids into the blender jug
before solid ingredients except
where specified in recipes.
• Cut all food into small cubes
(approx 2–3 cm square) to achieve
an even result.
• If mixing hard and soft foods
together, begin with the hard
foods and then add soft foods.
Continue blending until you have
reached the desired consistency
and even texture.
• For simple blending tasks, for
example, mayonnaise, salad
dressings, do not operate for
longer than 1 minute at one
single time.
• Do not use the blender to store food.
• Do not use the blender to beat egg
whites as it will not incorporate air.
• Do not use the blender to
mash potatoes.
• Do not use the blender to knead
dough or other heavy mixtures.
• Do not place large pieces of
solid or frozen foods into the
blender jug.Always break pieces
before blending.
• Do not remove the blender jug or
lid while the blender is operating.
Always switch off at the power
outlet and unplug at the
power point before removing
the blender jug.
• Do not overfill by exceeding the
maximum mark on the blender jug.
Some mixtures increase in volume
during blending.
• To add ingredients during blending,
remove the inner cap on the lid
and drop solid ingredients or pour
liquids through the lid opening.
Use a container with a pouring lip,
such as a measuring cup, when
adding liquids.
• Do not overload the blender with
more than specified amounts.
Overloading could cause the
motor to stall.
• Place one hand on top of the
blender lid and hold it down
when blending large quantities
of thin liquids.This will prevent the
lid from popping off due to
excessive pressure.
CAUTION: Do not
process boiling liquids
or hot ingredients. Allow
hot ingredients to cool
before placing them
into the blender jug.
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Hints and Tips continued
CAUTION: It is not
recommended to blend
with an ingredient volume
capacity of less than
1 cup (250ml). Always
place one hand firmly
on top of the closed
blender lid to enhance
the stability of the blender
during operation.
Cleaning the Motor Body
Care and Cleaning
The motor body can be cleaned
with a soft, damp cloth (do not use
abrasive agents or cloths which can
damage the surface). Dry and polish
with a soft, lint free cloth.
Ensure the blender has stopped
operation by turning the speed
control dial to “OFF”.
Switch off at the power outlet and
unplug the power cord.
Lift the blender jug upwards from the
motor base to remove.
Ensure all liquids have been removed
from the blender jug.
Wash the blender jug, lid, and inner
cap in warm, soapy water, rinse and
dry thoroughly.
Storage
Before storing, thoroughly wash and
dry all removable parts.
Assemble the blender and store on
the kitchen bench or in an easy to
access cupboard.
Store out of reach of children.
Store the appliance upright.
CAUTION: Blades must
be handled carefully as
they are sharp!
Do not store anything on top of
the appliance.
NOTE: Do not place any part of
the blender in the dishwasher.
NOTE: Do not immerse the
motor base, power cord or
power plug in water or any
other liquid.
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Recipes
Roast Capsicum Soup
Pumpkin Soup
Serves 4
Serves 4
6 red capsicums
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 brown onions, chopped
1 apple peeled, cored and
finely chopped
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
425g can peeled tomatoes
4 cups vegetable stock
2 tablespoons oil
1 large brown onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
400g butternut pumpkin flesh, diced
4 cups/1 litre chicken stock
Salt and pepper
1. Heat oil in saucepan, add onion and
garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.
2. Add pumpkin and toss to coat with
the onion mixture. Add the stock and
bring mixture to the boil.
1. Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2. Place capsicum into a large
baking dish.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 30
3. Bake in a hot oven (200ºC) until skins
minutes or until pumpkin is cooked.
have turned black and blistered.
4. Allow mixture to cool and process
cooled soup in batches in blender on
‘HIGH’ Speed until smooth.
4. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Peel skin and remove seeds from
capsicum and discard. Chop roughly.
5. Return pureed soup to saucepan to
heat through, season to taste with
salt and pepper.
5. Heat oil in a large saucepan, add
garlic, onions, apple and paprika,
cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add canned tomatoes including the
juice and the vegetable stock, bring
to the boil. Lower heat and simmer
for 5 minutes.
7. Stir in capsicum and allow to cool.
8. Process cooled soup in batches in
blender on ‘HIGH’ Speed until smooth.
9. Return pureed soup to saucepan and
season to taste with salt and pepper.
Heat gently and serve with sour cream
and chopped chives.
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Garden Variety Soup
Easy Hollandaise Sauce
Serves 2
Makes 2⁄3 cup
3 medium tomatoes, quartered
1 leek, white part only, quartered
1 clove garlic
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped dill
1 carrot, cut into quarters
Pinch pepper
125g butter melted and cooled slightly
1 stalk celery, cut into quarters
2 cups/500ml chicken stock
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1. Place egg yolks, lemon juice, salt
and pepper into the blender jug.
Cover with lid. Process using ‘LOW’
Speed for 10 seconds.
1. Place all ingredients into a large
saucepan bring to a boil. Lower heat
and simmer with lid on for 10 minutes.
Set aside to cool.
2. Using ‘HIGH’ Speed, open inner
cap and slowly pour in melted butter
while blender is running, process for
1 minute or until the mixture thickens.
2. Carefully spoon all the cooked
vegetables into the blender with
200ml of the liquid.
Fresh Herb Dressing
3. Cover tightly with lid. Use ‘LOW’ Speed
and blend for 30 seconds.
Makes 1 cup
4. Remove the inner cap from lid and
pour remaining liquid into blender jug.
¾ cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley,
coriander, mint chives, rosemary and basil)
1 clove garlic, peeled (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
5. Blend using ‘HIGH’ Speed for 30
seconds until mixture is smooth.
6. Return pureed soup to saucepan to
heat through. Serve immediately.
1. Place all ingredients into the
blender jug.
2. Using ‘LOW’ Speed, process for
20 to 30 seconds or until herbs
are well chopped and mixture
is well combined.
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Recipes
continued
Mayonnaise
Tandoori Chicken
Makes ¾ cup
Serves 4 – 6
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 onion, quartered
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Salt and white pepper to taste
1 cup light olive or vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
125g natural yogurt
Rind and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons sugar
1. Place egg yolks, mustard, vinegar,
salt and pepper into blender jug.
2. Process on ‘LOW’ Speed for 10 to 15
seconds or until well combined.
3. Using ‘HIGH’ Speed, open inner cap
and slowly pour in oil while blender is
running, process for 1 minute or until
the mixture thickens.
6 to 8 chicken thigh fillets
1. Fry onion, garlic, spices and salt in
oil until fragrant and onions have
softened. Allow to cool.
Mayonnaise variations:
2. Place onion mixture into blender with
yoghurt, lemon rind, juice and sugar.
Process on ‘LOW’ Speed for 1 minute.
4. Garlic: Add 2 cloves garlic, peeled and
chopped to the egg yolk mixture.
3. Arrange chicken fillets in a shallow dish
5. Herb: Add ½ cup chopped mixed fresh
herbs (such as basil, chives, parsley,
thyme) to the prepared mayonnaise.
and coat well with tandoori mixture.
4. Cover and allow to marinate in
refrigerator for at least 2 hours
before cooking.
Caesar Dressing
5. Barbecue or cook in a hot oven
(200ºC) until well browned and
chicken is cooked through.
Makes 1 cup
1 clove garlic, peeled
4 anchovy fillets, drained
1
⁄3
cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup light olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1. Place all ingredients into blender jug.
2. Using ‘HIGH’ Speed, process for 1
minute or until all ingredients are well
combined and mixture is creamy.
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Big Berry Smoothie
Zip Zip Smoothie
Makes 2–3 large glasses
Makes approx 2 large glasses
1½ cups/375ml chilled milk
150g strawberries, hulled and halved
150g fresh or frozen blueberries
100g fresh or frozen raspberries
3 sprigs fresh mint
1 cup/250ml chilled skim milk
125ml skim milk natural yoghurt
2 scoops low fat vanilla ice cream
3 prunes, pitted
¼ teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon honey
3 scoops vanilla ice cream
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘LOW’ Speed for
30 seconds.
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘LOW’ Speed for
30 seconds.
2. Increase to ‘HIGH’ Speed for
2. Increase to ‘HIGH’ Speed for 30 seconds
30 seconds.
3. Smoothie should be smooth and thick.
3. Smoothie should be smooth and thick.
Serve immediately in chilled glasses.
Serve immediately into large glasses.
Low Fat Pink Pirouette Smoothie
Double Choc Nut Smoothie
Makes 2–3 large glasses
Makes 2–3 large glasses
1 cup/250ml chilled cranberry juice
1 x 200g carton low fat cherry yoghurt
1 x 425g can stoneless black
cherries,drained
1½ cups/375ml chilled milk
1 x 100ml carton chocolate mousse dessert
4 scoops chocolate ice cream
¼ cup caramel fudge sauce
Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process using ‘LOW’ Speed
for 30 seconds.
2 tablespoons ground almonds
1. Place all ingredients into blender jug.
4. Increase to ‘HIGH’ Speed for
2. Process using ‘HIGH’ Speed for 30–40
30 seconds.
seconds or until smooth and thick.
5. Smoothie should be smooth and thick.
3. Serve immediately in chilled glasses.
Serve immediately into chilled glasses.
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Recipes
continued
White Wonder Smoothie
Berry Daiquiri
Makes 2–3 large glasses
Makes about 2–3 glasses
1 cup/250ml chilled low fat or skim milk
200g natural low fat yoghurt
4 scoops low fat vanilla ice cream
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ cup/125ml white rum
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 cup frozen berries (strawberries,
blueberries or raspberries)
3 scoops berry flavoured frozen yogurt
½ cup small ice cubes
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1. Place all ingredients into the blender jug
and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed for 30–40
seconds or until smooth and thick.
1. Place all ingredients into the blender jug
and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed for 30–40
seconds or until smooth and thick.
2. Serve immediately into chilled glasses.
2. Serve immediately into chilled glasses.
Lemon Ice Tea
Grapefruit Grin Cocktail
Makes 2–3 glasses
1½ cups/375ml freshly brewed lemon
flavoured tea, cooled
½ cup frozen lemon sorbet
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon rind
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup small ice cubes
Makes 2–3 glasses
¼ cup/60ml gin
1½ tablespoons orange flavoured liqueur
2 cups fresh pink grapefruit
segments, frozen
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed for
30–40 seconds.
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed for
30 to 40 seconds.
2. Serve immediately into chilled glasses.
2. Serve immediately into chilled glasses.
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Pink Mary Cocktail
Frozen Peach Yoghurt
Makes 2 glasses
Makes : 2 cups
1 cup/250ml tomato juice
½ cup/125ml cranberry juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2–3 drops Tabasco sauce
½ cup small ice cubes
¾ cup/200ml low fat yoghurt
1⁄2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup drained peach slices, frozen
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed, until
smooth, about 30 seconds.
Celery tops, for serving
Salt and pepper, if desired
2. Spoon into a plastic container, cover
and place in the freezer for several
hours or until firm.
1. Place juices, sauces and ice into
the blender jug, season to taste
and process using ‘HIGH’ Speed
for 30–40 seconds.
2. Serve immediately in 2 chilled glasses,
NOTE: When processing drinks
or smoothies the Pulse setting
can also be used.
garnish with celery tops.
Strawberry Sorbet
Makes 2 cups
½ cup/125ml water
¼ cup/60ml apple juice
¼ cup sugar
2 cups frozen strawberries, frozen
without liquid
1. Place all ingredients into the blender
jug and process on ‘HIGH’ Speed
for 30 –40 seconds until berries are
pureed and mixture is smooth.
2. Spoon puree into a plastic container,
cover and place in the freezer for
several hours or until firm.
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