This document is a user manual for the Anko Blender, model BL9710A-SA.
Function Description
The Anko Blender BL9710A-SA is designed for blending various ingredients, including vegetables, fruits, and ice. It features specific functions for making smoothies and crushing ice, as well as an "Auto clean" function for easy maintenance. The blender is intended for household and similar applications, such as staff kitchen areas, farmhouses, hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast environments.
Important Technical Specifications
- Voltage: 220-240Va.c. 50-60Hz
- Power: 1000W
- Jar Max. Capacity: 1750mL
- Travel Bottle Capacity: 600ml
Usage Features
The blender is operated via a "Speed knob" and several dedicated buttons: "Smoothie," "Auto clean," "Pulse," and "Ice crush."
General Operation and Safety:
- Always read all instructions before use.
- Ensure the voltage corresponds to the rating label.
- Do not leave the supply cord hanging over edges.
- Never leave the product unattended, especially with children present.
- Do not immerse the power cord, plug, or product in water or other liquids. If it falls into water, immediately disconnect from the mains and do not touch the water.
- Avoid placing the blender on or near hot surfaces.
- Do not operate if the power cord, plug, or base is damaged, or if the product is malfunctioning. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified electrical person.
- The appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a responsible person.
- Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- Avoid contacting moving parts; blades are sharp and should be handled with care.
- Only use attachments supplied with the product to prevent fire, electric shock, or injury.
- Do not use the appliance for blending hard and dry substances to prevent damage to the blades and motor.
- Unplug from the mains power outlet when not in use, before assembling/disassembling parts, and before cleaning.
- Do not put the electric motor unit or power cord in water or other liquid to protect against electrical shock.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Keep hands and utensils out of the blending jug while blending. A scraper may be used only when the blender is not running.
- Never place the cutter-assembly blades on the base without properly attaching them to the jar.
- Always operate the blender with the jar cover in place.
- Warning: Never use hot liquids or run the appliance empty.
- Be careful of potential injury from misuse.
- Always disconnect the appliance from mains power if left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, or cleaning.
- Switch OFF the appliance and disconnect from mains power before changing accessories or approaching moving parts.
- Be careful when pouring hot liquid into the blender as it can be ejected due to sudden steaming.
- CAUTION: To avoid a hazard from inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device (e.g., timer) or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
- WARNING! Do not blend hot liquids. To prevent scalding, do not process boiling liquids or hot ingredients. Allow hot ingredients to cool below 40°C before placing them in the blender.
- IMPORTANT! To prevent damage to the electric motor, the maximum operating time is 1 minute. Allow it to rest for at least 2 minutes before using again. After 5 cycles, allow the blender (electric motor) to cool down to room temperature (approx. 30 minutes) before using again.
- Note: The appliance has a non-self-resetting thermal motor protection circuit. If the motor shuts OFF, unplug the unit, remove the blending jar, free the blade of obstructions, and allow it to cool for at least 1 hour before plugging it back in.
Initial Use:
- Unpack and place all parts on a horizontal surface.
- Immerse the jar, jar lid, and measuring cup in warm soapy water, rinse, and dry.
- Never immerse the motor unit in water.
- CAUTION: Blades are very sharp; handle carefully.
Vegetable/Fruit Juice Operation:
- Ensure the appliance is unplugged and the "Speed knob" is in the "OFF" position.
- Prepare ingredients (e.g., peeled carrots cut into 15mm cubes). Remove the measuring cup and jar lid, add ingredients to the jar. Add purified water (e.g., 3 parts carrot to 2 parts water). Do not exceed the maximum level.
- Close the jar lid and measuring cup properly; the appliance will not activate otherwise.
- Install the jar onto the motor unit correctly.
- Connect to power.
- Turn the "Speed knob" to "ON." Indicators will light up. Press "Pulse" (indicator lights solidly, others turn OFF) or turn the "Speed knob" between "Min" and "Max" for desired speed.
- Note: Speed cannot be adjusted by the "Speed knob" in "Pulse" mode.
- To stop, release "Pulse" or turn "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- During operation, the measuring cup can be removed to add ingredients through the center opening of the jar lid.
- Do not remove the jar during operation. If necessary, turn OFF the appliance first.
- CAUTION: A minimum 30-minute rest time must be maintained between two continuous cycles.
- After blending, the appliance will stop automatically, and indicators will light up. You can also turn the "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- Unplug, remove the jar, carefully remove the lid, then pour and serve.
- CAUTION: Disconnect from mains power before removing the jar.
Smoothie Operation:
- Ensure the appliance is unplugged and the "Speed knob" is in the "OFF" position.
- Add ingredients to the jar, ensuring the amount does not exceed the maximum level. Example recipe: 1/3 rated capacity milk, 1/6 rated capacity banana (cut into 2cm), 5 ice cubes (2.5x2.5x2.5cm), 2 spoons white sugar.
- Close the jar lid and measuring cup properly; the appliance will not activate otherwise.
- Install the jar onto the jar base correctly.
- Connect to power.
- Turn the "Speed knob" to "ON." Indicators will light up. Press "Smoothie" (indicator lights solidly, others turn OFF) or turn the "Speed knob" between "Min" and "Max" for desired speed.
- Note: Speed cannot be adjusted by the "Speed knob" in "Smoothie" mode.
- To stop, press "Smoothie" again or turn the "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- During operation, the measuring cup can be removed to add ingredients through the center opening of the jar lid.
- Do not remove the jar during blending. If necessary, turn OFF the appliance first.
- CAUTION: A minimum 30-minute rest time must be maintained between two continuous cycles.
- After blending, the appliance will stop automatically, and indicators will light up. You can also turn the "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- Unplug, remove the jar, carefully remove the lid, then pour and serve.
- CAUTION: Disconnect from mains power before removing the jar.
Ice Crush Operation:
- Ensure the appliance is unplugged and the "Speed knob" is in the "OFF" position.
- Prepare ice cubes (15x15x15mm). Remove the measuring cup and jar lid. Add ice cubes to the jar. Add purified water (e.g., 2 parts ice to 3 parts water). Do not exceed the maximum level.
- Close the jar lid and measuring cup properly; the appliance will not activate otherwise.
- Install the jar onto the jar base correctly.
- Connect to power.
- Turn the "Speed knob" to "ON." Indicators will light up. Press "Ice crush" (indicator lights solidly, others turn OFF) or turn the "Speed knob" between "Min" and "Max" for desired speed.
- Note: Speed cannot be adjusted by the "Speed knob" in "Ice crush" mode.
- To stop, press "Ice crush" again or turn the "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- During operation, the measuring cup can be removed to add ingredients through the center opening of the jar lid.
- Do not remove the jar during working process. If necessary, turn OFF the appliance first.
- CAUTION: A minimum 30-minute rest time must be maintained between two continuous cycles.
- After crushing ice, the appliance will stop automatically, and indicators will light up. You can also turn the "Speed knob" to "OFF."
- Unplug, remove the jar, carefully remove the lid, then pour and serve.
- CAUTION: Disconnect from mains power before removing the jar.
Maintenance Features
Cleaning and Maintenance:
- Note: Before cleaning, ensure the appliance is unplugged and the "Speed knob" is in the "OFF" position.
- Auto-clean Function:
- After use, reassemble the jar and pour 400-500ml warm water into it.
- Turn the "Speed knob" to "ON." Indicators will light up. Press "Auto clean" once (indicator lights solidly, others turn OFF). The appliance will begin auto-cleaning.
- When finished, the appliance will stop automatically, and indicators will light up.
- Unplug, remove the jar, then rinse under running water.
- Wipe the outer surface of the motor unit with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Never immerse the motor unit in water or other liquid.
- All parts except the motor unit are dishwasher safe. Alternatively, wash them in warm, soapy water.
- Dry all parts and reassemble. Store the appliance with the jar lid not completely closed to allow air circulation and prevent odors.
- If any problem is encountered, never disassemble the Motor Unit yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified electrical person.
- WARNING:
- Blades are very sharp; handle carefully when cleaning.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners. Never immerse the Motor Unit in water for cleaning.