USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
2 SPEED BLENDER
FBL500SS
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s
Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet only.
3. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
4. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
turn the Control Dial to the (O) OFF position and unplug the
cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning
appliance.
5. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water!
Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or becomes
immersed in water.
6. To reduce the risk of injury to persons or property, never use this
appliance in an unstable position.
7. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
8. Do not use if the Glass Blending Jar is cracked or chipped.
POLARIZED PLUG
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 in
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.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the
finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place
NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance
and the finish of the counter top or table top.
Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken. Permanent
blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FARBERWARE
2 SPEED BLENDER
PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS
1.
1. Measuring Cap (P/N 71192)
2. Blending Jar Lid (P/N 71193)
3. Glass Blending Jar (P/N 71194)
4. Rubber Seal Ring (P/N 71195)
5. Blade Assembly (P/N 71196)
6. Collar (P/N 71197)
2.
3.
7. Motor Housing
8. Control Dial
9. Power Cord with
Polarized Plug
4.
5.
6.
9.
7.
8.
Control Dial
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
CAUTION: Use extreme care when handling the Blade Assembly.
Do not touch the Blades with your fingers. The Blades are very
sharp and can cause injury if touched.
1. Carefully unpack the Blender, Glass Blending Jar, and all parts.
2. Wash the Measuring Cap, Rubber Seal Ring, Glass Blending Jar,
Blending Jar Lid, and Blade Assembly in warm soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Make sure the cord is unplugged and the Control Dial is in the
(O) OFF position.
CAUTION: To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not place
Motor Housing, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.
4. Wipe the Motor Housing clean with a moistened cloth.
Dry thoroughly.
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BLENDER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before assembling, make sure the cord is unplugged and the
Control Dial is in (O) OFF position.
CAUTION: Use extreme care when handling the Blade Assembly.
Do not touch Blades with your fingers. The Blades are very
sharp and can cause injury if touched.
1. Carefully place the Rubber Seal Ring over the Blade Assembly.
2. Place the Blade Assembly in the Glass Blending Jar.
3. Place the Collar over the Blade Assembly. Hold the Glass
Blending Jar and turn the Collar clockwise to firmly secure it into
position on the Glass Blending Jar.
NOTE: The Collar and Blade must be firmly attached to the
Blending Jar before putting any foods or liquids into the
Blending Jar.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Keep hands and utensils out of the Blending Jar while
blending to prevent the possibility of severe injury to persons or
damage to the unit. A scraper may be used but must only be
used when the unit is not running.
CAUTION: Use extreme care when handling the Blade Assembly.
Do not touch Blades with your fingers. The Blades are very
sharp and can cause injury if touched.
1. Before starting, make sure power cord is unplugged and the
Control Dial is in (O) OFF position.
2. Make sure that the Blade Assembly, Rubber Seal Ring, and Collar
are properly assembled and securely fastened to the Blending Jar.
See Assembly Instructions for details.
3. Place the Blending Jar on top of the Motor Housing making sure
it is firmly seated and not tilting to one side.
CAUTION: Never place the Blade Assembly on the Motor Housing
without the Blending Jar being completely assembled and
securely tightened.
4. Add ingredients to the Glass Blending Jar and secure the
Blending Jar Lid.
NOTE: Do not fill the Glass Blending Jar more than 3/4 full, 4.5
cups (36-oz.). Never operate when the Blending Jar is empty.
5. Place Blending Jar Lid with Measuring Cap on Glass Blending Jar.
IMPORTANT: Always hold Lid in place during processing.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
6. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet. Turn
the Control Dial to the desired speed setting: 1 is the lower
speed; 2 is the higher. Blend until ingredients have reached
desired consistency.
CAUTION: If Glass Blending Jar rotates during blending,
immediately turn Control Dial to (O) OFF, then secure by
tightening the Collar and Blade Assembly on Blending Jar.
• Do not touch Blades
• Do not interfere with the Blade movement
• Do not remove Blending Jar Lid
7. When blending is completed, turn the Control Dial to (O) OFF
to stop the Blender and unplug the unit.
PULSE SETTING
1. For short bursts of power, use the PULSE setting. Turn the
Control Dial to (P) PULSE.
2. When pulsing is completed, turn the Control Dial to (O) OFF to
stop the Blender. Unplug the unit.
CRUSHING ICE
Add 1 cup of ice cubes, about 9, to the Glass Blending Jar. Place
the Lid on Glass Blending Jar then repeatedly turn the Control Dial
to (P) PULSE until the cubes are reduced.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing that
requires disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a
qualified appliance repair technician.
CAUTION: Never immerse the Motor Housing, plug or cord in
water or any other liquid.
1. Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
2. Whenever possible, rinse parts immediately after processing to
make cleanup easier.
CAUTION: Use extreme care when handling the Blade Assembly. Do
not touch the Blades with your fingers. The Blades are very sharp
and can cause injury if touched.
3. Wash the Glass Blending Jar, Lid, Measuring Cap and Blade
Assembly in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Never
use rough scouring pads or abrasive cleansers on any plastic or
metal parts as the surface may be damaged. Do not wash any
parts in the dishwasher.
4. If necessary, wipe exterior surface with a moist cloth or sponge
and dry thoroughly.
5. Do not fill the Glass Blending Jar with boiling water or place any
of the parts in boiling water.
6. Do not allow the Blade Assembly to soak in water for long
periods of time.
7. For quick clean-ups, the interior of the Glass Blending Jar can be
cleaned by using the PULSE setting. Plug the Blender into an
electrical outlet and simply pour some warm water and a small
amount of detergent into the Glass Blending Jar. Turn the Control
Dial to (P) PULSE. Repeat for several short bursts. The unit will
clean itself, without you having to handle the sharp Blades.
Unplug the Blender, rinse and dry thoroughly, being careful as the
Blades are sharp.
8. Properly reassemble all parts before storing.
STORAGE
CAUTION: Always assemble clean and dry Blender parts correctly
before storing on the Motor Housing. Severe injury can result if
Blender is accidentally turned ON when not properly assembled.
Unplug and clean unit. Store in original box or in a clean, dry place.
Never store Blender while it is hot or plugged in. Never wrap cord
tightly around the appliance. Never place any stress on cord,
especially where the cord enters the unit, as this could cause the cord
to fray and break.
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase
date. This product warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser
of the product and is not transferable. For a period of one (1) year from the date
of original purchase of the product, our Repair Center will, at its option, either
(1) repair the product or (2) replace the product with a reconditioned comparable
model. These remedies are the purchaser's exclusive remedies under
this warranty.
Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service, you must call our warranty
service number at 1-800-233-9054 for return instructions on how to deliver the
product, in either the original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree
of protection to the Repair Center specified below. You must enclose a copy of
your sales receipt or other proof of purchase to demonstrate eligibility for
warranty coverage.
To return the appliance, ship to:
To contact us, please write to, call, or email:
ATTN: Repair Center
708 South Missouri Street
Macon, MO 63552 USA
Consumer Relations Department
PO Box 7366
Columbia MO 65205-7366 USA
1-800-233-9054
E-mail:consumer_relations@toastmaster.com
What Is Not Covered: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from
misuse, accident, commercial use, improper service or any other damage caused
by anything other than defects in material or workmanship during ordinary
consumer use. This warranty is invalid if the serial number has been altered or
removed from the product. This warranty is valid only in the United States and
Canada.
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: THERE SHALL BE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ON THIS PRODUCT.
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR USE ON THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights under the laws of
your jurisdiction.
FARBERWARE® and Millennium® are registered trademarks of Farberware Inc.®
Manufactured and sold pursuant to a license from Farberware Inc.®
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