High Performance Blender

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1 High Performance Blender Model Number CY-326 INSTRUCTION MANUAL N13275

2 Welcome Congratulations on choosing to buy an Ambiano Professional product. All products brought to you by Ambiano Professional are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 5 Year Warranty. We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come. 2

3 Contents 02 Welcome 04 Warranty Details 05 General Safety Instructions 07 Product Overview 08 Getting Started 11 Instructions 14 FAQs 15 Other Useful Information 19 Recipes 27 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 3

4 High Performance Blender Warranty Details The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 60 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for parts and labour. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and territory laws. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. YEAR WARRANTY 4

5 General Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance. Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures when using an electrical appliance, including the following: Electrical Safety and Cord Handling Correct voltage: Make sure your local outlet voltage and circuit frequency correspond to the voltage indicated on the appliance rating label. If it does not match, contact the after sales support line and do not use the appliance. Safe connection: Insert the plug firmly into the mains socket. Do not alter the plug. Do not immerse: To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or the appliance itself in water or other liquid. Only clean these parts with a damp cloth; never wash the motor base in water. If the appliance is accidentally immersed, immediately unplug it, dry it and have it checked by qualified service personnel. Moisture: Do not leave the blender in the rain or exposed to moisture or excessive humidity. Ensure your hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on. Protect the power cord: Do not kink, squash or strain the power cord and protect it from sharp edges and heat. Do not let it hang over the edge of a benchtop; do not place anything on top of the cord. Do not wrap it around the appliance, and never pull the cord to lift up, carry or unplug the appliance. No extension cord: Do not use this appliance with an extension cord. Damaged power cord: A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorised service centres or similar qualified personnel in order to avoid any hazards. Do not use when damaged: Do not pick up or operate an appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. A damaged cord must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice. RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety switch), we recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances. See your electrician for professional advice. 5

6 General Safety Instructions (Cont.) Disconnect: Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the power supply: If anything unusual occurs during operation. Before assembly, and before adding or removing parts, and before approaching parts that move in use. After use, and before cleaning, servicing or moving the machine. To disconnect, turn the control to the [ 0 ] position and unplug the machine from the wall outlet. Grip the plug, do not pull the cord when disconnecting. Usage Conditions and Restrictions Domestic use only: This appliance is suitable for indoor domestic use only. It is not suitable for commercial or outdoor use. Intended purpose: This appliance is intended for processing domestic quantities of food. Do not use it for anything other than its intended purpose, and only use it as described in this manual. Any other use may be hazardous and result in injury. Accessories: Only use this appliance with the accessories supplied; do not use it with any other accessories. The use of accessories not recommended in this manual may cause fire, electric shock and/or personal injury. Usage restriction: 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. Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Unattended: Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the power supply. Disconnect it when you are finished with it or when leaving the room. Work surface: To ensure safe operation, place the appliance on a flat, stable surface, in a dry environment, close to a power point and away from water and sources of heat. Protect from heat: Do not place the appliance near any open flame, hot surface, radiant cooking elements or other source of heat. Do not use while empty: Never operate the blender without any food inside. Repair: This blender contains no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to open or repair it yourself. Repairs are only to be carried out by qualified personnel. WARNING! Improper assembly and misuse of the appliance can result in severe injury and damage to the product. We assume no responsibility for any eventual damages caused by misuse of the product or noncompliance with the instructions. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility. 6

7 Product Overview Scope of delivery A High Performance Blender 1 Lid 2 Lid sealing gasket 3 Lid plug/measuring cup 4 Plunger 7 5 2L Blender jug 6 Soft touch rubberised jug handle 7 High performance blades 8 Blender jug base 8 9 Motor base 10 Speed control dial 11 P Pulse mode button 9 12 Ice-crushing mode button 13 Smoothie mode button 14 Rubber feet (x4) B Other inclusions (not shown): 2x Rubber drive gear (see page 16) Instruction manual Quick start guide Instructional DVD Warranty card

8 Getting Started Before First Use This product has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging carton and materials in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the future, and you can use it to store the appliance when it is not in use. In the event the carton is to be disposed of, please recycle all packaging materials where possible. Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach and disposed of safely. Inspect all parts of the appliance for visual damage. Unwind the power cord to its full length and inspect the cord and plugs for damage. Do not use the appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or are not working properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice. Make sure you have read and understood all instructions and warnings in this manual. Refer to the Product Overview on page 7 to familiarise yourself with the product and identify all parts. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions on the previous pages. Wash all parts that come into contact with food with a soft cloth or sponge in warm water and mild detergent to remove any dust from transport or the manufacturing process. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth. CAUTION: The blades are sharp: handle with care to avoid injury. CAUTION: Never immerse the motor base in water for cleaning. CAUTION! Handle the blender with extreme care, especially when assembling and cleaning the appliance. The cutting blades are very sharp. Before switching on the appliance, make sure that the all parts are properly assembled and the lid is closed. Do not touch moving parts during operation. Keep hands, hair, clothing and utensils away from the cutting blades during use to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the appliance. Switch off the appliance and wait until the blades have stopped moving before opening the lid. Do not move the appliance while it is in use. To avoid personal injury or material damage, never try to defeat the safety switch. The appliance will only operate with the blender jug properly placed on the motor base. 8

9 Getting Started (Cont.) Assembly Your new High Performance Blender comes with a set of Japanese stainless steel blades (Fig. 1). This blade set is fully assembled at the base of the jug. You do not have to assemble the blades, nor do you take them out of the jug for cleaning. Make sure that the appliance is disconnected from the mains power supply and switched off: the speed control dial should be set to [ 0 ] (Fig. 2). Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Place the jug assembly into position on the motor base (Fig. 3), making sure it is properly aligned on the drive gear. Your blender is now ready for use. Fig. 3 NOTE The blender jug must sit properly on the base, otherwise the safety switch will prevent the motor from turning on. Drive Gear Safety Switch When operating the blender for the first time, you may notice an odour coming from the motor. This is due to the parts being new and will subside soon. It is no cause for concern. Ensure sufficient ventilation. 9

10 Getting Started (Cont.) Operating Modes Fig. 4 Speed Control Dial Dial Position M (MODE) Action Mode selection (Pulse, Ice-Crushing, Smoothie) 0 (OFF) Stop operation MIN MAX Slow speed operation Fast speed operation Automatic Modes To operate the blender in Pulse [ P ] Crusher or Smoothie mode, turn the Speed Control Dial anticlockwise to the Mode [ M ] position, then select the required mode by pressing the appropriate button. Mode PULSE [ P ] ICE-CRUSHING SMOOTHIE Action Short bursts of extra power Automatic mode for crushing ice: repeated short bursts of power, on and off, specially designed so ice will not spray and stick to the blender jug Automatic mode for blending smoothies: speed will increase gradually to maximum and operation will stop after 2 minutes operation this mode NOTE Do not use the blender without the lid properly in place. 10

11 Instructions Using the Blender Your new High Performance Blender can be operated manually, where you adjust the speed yourself by turning the Speed Control Dial clockwise to increase or anticlockwise to decrease blending speed. Alternatively, you can choose one of three automatic operation modes: Pulse, Ice-Crushing or Smoothie. Preparation Place the blender jug on top of the motor base, making sure it is properly aligned on the drive gear (see Fig. 3, page 9). Place the food you wish to blend into the blender jug. Make sure the lid of the blender jug is properly in place and the measuring cup securely covers the pouring hole in the lid. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, make sure the Speed Control Dial is set to the OFF [ 0 ] position (see Fig. 2, page 9). When the appliance is plugged in, the "P" Pulse Mode Button will illuminate red and flash, indicating that the blender is powered on. It will stop flashing when you turn the dial to the left or right. (If the indicator does not flash, check and ensure that the jug is properly in place on the base.) Fig. 5 Manual Operation Gradually turn the Speed Control Dial clockwise from the [ 0 ] towards the [ MAX ] position (Fig. 5). Turn the dial back to [ 0 ] to stop operation. Automatic Operation Turn the Speed Control Dial anticlockwise to [ M ] (Fig. 6). The three mode buttons will flash blue. Select the appropriate mode and the relevant button will stay illuminated. To cancel this mode, press the button again and all three buttons will flash blue again. Pulse: Use this mode for processing ingredients in short bursts of power. This is ideal for preparing breadcrumbs, grinding nuts or crushing biscuits. As soon as you take your finger off the button, operation will stop. Fig. 6 Ice-Crushing: Use this mode for crushing ice cubes to fine consistency. The blender will operate and stop operation automatically. Smoothie: Use this mode for blending smoothies and other liquid food to a smooth consistency. The blender will operate automatically for two minutes and then stop operation. 11

12 Instructions (Cont.) Adding To add ingredients to the jug during operation, stop operation and remove the lid plug/measuring cup from the lid. Turn the cup anticlockwise and take it out (Fig. 7). Add additional ingredients through the pouring hole in the lid. Cover again before resuming operation, or use the plunger. Using the Plunger The specially designed plunger will help you keep all ingredients in the blade blending area during demanding processing tasks. To use the plunger, stop operation, remove the lid plug/measuring cup from the lid and insert the plunger through the pouring hole (Fig. 8). Slowly move the plunger down towards the blades and around the sides to push food pieces safely into the blade blending area while the unit is running. Finishing Up Fig. 7 Fig. 8 WARNING! Never use the plunger without the lid properly in place. When your ingredients are properly blended/processed, turn the Speed Control Dial back to [ 0 ] and unplug the appliance from the power point. Wait until the blades no longer move before removing the blender jug. Simply lift it off the motor base. No rotation is required. CAUTION! After every 2 minutes of continuous use, the blender must be rested for 1 minute. After 4 cycles, allow the motor to cool completely before further use in order to prevent overheating and consequent damage. Handle the blender with care, the cutting blades are very sharp. Always return the Speed Control Dial back to [ 0 ] after use. Do not run the blender without any liquid load in the jug. 12

13 Instructions (Cont.) For Bests Results Cut larger ingredients into smaller (2-3cm) pieces before adding them into the blender jug. To achieve the best results when pureeing solid ingredients, place small portions into the jug one by one instead of adding all ingredients at once. For blending solid or very thick liquid ingredients we recommend using the blender in PULSE (P) mode to prevent the blades from becoming stuck. Use the plunger to remove thick mixtures from the side of the blender jug. For best blending of solid and liquid foods, pour the liquid into the jug first, then add the solids. If required, gradually add more liquid through the pouring hole in the lid. Freeze fresh fruit when it is in season to ensure you always have fruit on hand and ready to blend for smoothies. Peel and chop fruit as necessary before freezing. Frozen bananas make smoothies extra creamy. To prepare fruit smoothies using fresh fruit, peel, core and then cut the fruit into pieces. Ensure all fruit juices are chilled before blending to keep drinks cold for longer. When making cocktails or other drinks with more than 6 ice cubes, use the Ice- Crushing function to ensure the ice is crushed to fine consistency. When using ice-cream for thick shakes, take it out of the freezer 5 10 minutes before blending, and add it to the blender jug in small chunks. Use the Pulse mode when processing harder foods such as nuts or biscuits. Never use the blender for processing hot liquids. Always allow hot ingredients to cool to room temperature before blending. Do not overfill the blending jug, never fill above the 2L marking. This will allow some room for the blended ingredients to swirl around in the jug. 13

14 FAQs Can I use the blender without the measuring cup inside the lid? You can only use the blender without the measuring cup if you use the plunger to assist with food processing. The pouring hole in the lid must always be covered during processing, either with the measuring cup or with the plunger. Leaving the hole uncovered means you risk food spilling out of the jug during processing. Blended food is leaking out of the jug. What has gone wrong? If food is leaking from the top of the jug, it may be overfilled. Remove some of the contents for processing separately. Also make sure the lid and lid plug/measuring cup are securely in place. If liquid is leaking out of the base of the jug, contact our after sales support centre and arrange examination of the product. How can I remove the blades from the blender jug for cleaning? Don't! Never attempt to remove or disassemble the blades from the blender jug. They are part of the jug and must not be removed. To clean the jug, simply let the machine run an automatic blending cycle with a little water and detergent, as described on the opposite page. The blender is plugged in but it is not working. Make sure that your power point is in working order and the appliance is properly plugged in. Also ensure that the blender jug sits properly on the base. Turn the Speed Control Dial to [ 0 ] and then to the desired speed. The blender stopped working during processing. After longer periods of processing, the overheat protection may stop the motor in order to protect it from overheating. Switch off and unplug the unit and let the motor cool down for 30 minutes, then restart. What is the best way to puree cooked vegetables for baby food? For pureeing, feed small portions into the jug one by one instead of adding all ingredients at once. Depending on the type of vegetable, you may have to add a little liquid for a creamier consistency. Can I crush ice in the blender? Yes, the blades are strong enough to crush ice. With the motor switched off, add ice cubes to the blender jug, replace the lid and process using Ice-Crushing mode. Can I make soup in the blender? No, always let liquids cool to room temperature before processing. Processing hot liquids may result in the unit exploding due to the steam created. 14

15 Other Useful Information Cleaning and Care IMPORTANT! Do not disassemble the blades! The blade set is a fully integrated part of the blending jug. Do not attempt to remove the blades from the jug for cleaning. Doing so will void your warranty and lead to leakage problems. Do not immerse! Never immerse the motor base of the blender in water or other liquid. Never wash it under running water. Only wipe the motor base with a well wrung out, damp cloth. What NOT to use for cleaning: Do not use alkaline, harsh chemical or alcohol based cleansers for cleaning any part of the appliance. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or hard brushes. Cleaning the Jug and Blades Always clean the blender immediately after use. Do not let food dry in the blender jug, as this will make cleaning more difficult. After use, take the jug off the base and remove all food. CAUTION: Take care to avoid injury, the blades are very sharp! Half fill the jug with lukewarm water and a drop mild detergent, then return the jug onto the base. Close the lid and make sure the measuring cup is properly in place. Turn the Speed Control Dial clockwise to [ MAX ] and let the blender run on high speed for one minute to thoroughly clean the jug and blades. Empty the jug and repeat the above process two more times with clean water to rinse the jug and blades. Allow to air dry. Cleaning the Motor Base Make sure the blender is disconnected from the power supply. Wipe the motor base only with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Remove any stubborn spots by rubbing with a damp cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on any part of the appliance. Cleaning the Accessories Clean the plunger, lid and lid plug/measuring cup in soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. NOTE The jug, lid, plunger and measuring cup may also be washed in a dishwasher. 15

16 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Safety Features The High Performance Blender is equipped with a safety switch (Fig. 9), which prevents operation if the jug does not sit properly on the base. An in-built thermostat switches off the appliance if the motor overheats. In such a case, switch off the appliance and let the motor cool down for half an hour before restarting the appliance. Fig. 9 Storage Store the clean and dry appliance, and all its parts, in the original carton, which will protect it from dust. Store it in a clean and dry place, unplugged from the power supply and out of children's reach. Do not wrap the cord around the appliance during storage. Service and repair Except for the rubber drive gear (see below), the unit has no user-serviceable parts contained within. Do not attempt to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance. If the appliance requires repair or service, contact our after sales support centre for advice. Changing the Rubber Drive Gear The High Performance Blender comes supplied with two spare rubber drive gears, which may need replacement due to deterioration after extensive use of the appliance. It is located within the drive gear on top of the motor base. To replace it, remove the original rubber drive gear using your fingers or pliers (Fig. 10). Press the new rubber drive gear down until it is firmly in place and level with the top of the motor drive gear (Fig. 11). Fig. 10 Fig

17 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Spare parts Our after sales support centre stocks the following spare parts for the CY-326 High Performance Blender. To purchase a part, call the centre on or us at 2L Blender jug Blade set Instructional DVD Lid, complete with centre part Lid plug / measuring cup Plunger Power supply cord Technical Specifications Model Power consumption Rated voltage Blender jug Speed settings Protection Class Dimensions (mm) Weight CY W VAC 50-60Hz 2L capacity Variable speed control Pulse Ice crushing Smoothie II 475 (H) x 190 (W) x 190 (D) 4.96kg (including plunger) Compliance This appliance has been fully tested and meets all requirements as set out by standards AS/NZS and AS/NZS CLASS II - DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE This symbol indicates that the appliance has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth (ground). 17

18 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Responsible disposal At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area. 18

19 Recipes Smoothies, Shakes and Cocktails Peach Smoothie 2 Peaches, stoned and cut into small pieces 1 Banana, thickly sliced 150g Yoghurt, plain 1tbsp Honey 1½ cups Orange juice, freshly squeezed ½ cup Mint leaves (optional) Place the peach, banana, yoghurt, honey and juice into the blender jug, cover and blend until smooth using Smoothie mode. Serve in a chilled glass and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Strawberry Smoothie 250g Strawberries, hulled and washed (or 200g frozen strawberries) 180g Yoghurt, plain 250mL Milk 1tbsp Honey Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend until smooth using Smoothie mode. If the consistency is too thick, you can add a little extra milk or water and blend until the desired consistency is reached. Serve in a chilled glass. Tropical Smoothie 1 Banana, peeled and chopped ½ cup Milk ½ cup Lychees, peeled 1 tbsp Honey ½ cup Yoghurt, plain Place banana, lychees, yoghurt, milk and honey into the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode. Serve in a chilled glass. 19

20 Recipes (Cont.) Vanilla Lime Smoothie ½ cup Yoghurt, plain 5-6 Ice cubes ½ cup Milk 1 tsp Vanilla extract Contents of ½ Vanilla bean ½ Lime, freshly juiced 1/4 tsp Lime zest (and some more for garnish) Protein powder (optional) Add all ingredients to the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode. Serve in a tall glass, topped with lime zest and garnished with a wedge of lime. Pineapple Smoothie g Pineapple, peeled and diced (if unavailable, use tinned) ½ cup Yoghurt, plain ½ cup Water 2 tbsp Sugar (or adjust the quantity according to your taste) 10 Ice cubes Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Ice-Crushing mode until sufficiently processed for drinking. Serve in a chilled glass. Berry & Banana Smoothie ½ cup Mixed berries, frozen 1 Banana, peeled and chopped 1 cup Milk 5 Ice cubes Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode. Serve in a chilled glass. 20

21 Recipes (Cont.) Orange Booster 2 Oranges, juiced 1 Banana, sliced 4 5 Ice cubes 300mL Pineapple juice (unsweetened), or 200g pineapple, peeled, trimmed, cubed 3 4 Large basil leaves Place the orange juice, banana, pineapple juice (or pieces) and ice cubes into the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode until smooth. Tear basil leaves, add to the juice and blend again briefly on the Pulse setting until the leaves are chopped. Serve immediately in chilled glasses. Almond & Cinnamon Shake 1½ cups Almond milk (bought commercially or home-made, see below) 1 tsp Vanilla extract 1 tsp Cinnamon powder Place all ingredients into the blender jug and blend using Smoothie mode until smooth. Almond Milk To make the almond milk yourself, place 1 cup of blanched almonds in a bowl, cover with water and soak, covered, in the fridge overnight. Drain. Place the soaked almonds into the blender jug and add 3 cups of water. Blend using Smoothie mode until well blended. Strain the milk. Store it in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days. 21

22 Recipes (Cont.) Lemon & Lime Slushy 4 Lemons, juiced 4 Limes, juiced 1 cup Sugar syrup (see opposite) 1 cup Ice cubes Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Ice-Crushing mode. Serve with a straw in chilled glasses. Watermelon and Mint Frappé 6 Ice cubes 1/3 cup Mint leaves 500g Watermelon pieces Extra mint leaves, to garnish Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Ice-Crushing mode. Serve immediately in chilled glasses and garnish with extra mint leaves. Traditional Milkshake (makes approx. 1L) 500mL Milk 180g Vanilla ice-cream, in small scoops or chunks 2 tsp Vanilla extract Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode. Serve with a straw in chilled glasses. As a variation, replace the vanilla extract with chocolate or strawberry topping and the vanilla ice-cream with chocolate or strawberry ice-cream. 22

23 Recipes (Cont.) Frozen Lime Margarita Lemon juice and salt 12 Ice cubes 80mL Tequila 30mL Lime juice, freshly squeezed 60mL Cointreau 30mL Sugar syrup (see below) Lime slices, to garnish Rub the rim of two chilled Margarita glasses with lemon juice and press into salt flakes to create a salt rim. Place all ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend using Ice-Crushing mode. Serve in the prepared Margarita glasses, garnished with lime slices. Sugar Syrup Sugar syrup is used in many cocktails or other drinks. To make it, add equal parts of sugar and water to a saucepan, bring to a boil and let cool. Keep it covered in the fridge and use as required. Frozen Peach Bellini 3 Peaches, sliced, skin removed, frozen 90mL Peach schnapps Prosecco or sparkling wine Place frozen peaches and schnapps into the blender jug, cover and blend using Smoothie mode. To serve, pour a small amount into stemmed cocktail or champagne glasses, top up with Prosecco and gently stir. 23

24 Recipes (Cont.) Dips and Sauces Bean Dip 1 (400g) can Beans, drained (red kidney, black, white, pinto) 1/4 Onion, sautéed 1 2 Garlic cloves, sautéed 1/4 cup Roasted red peppers, drained 1/4 cup Chicken or vegetable stock 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar 1 tsp Cumin, ground Cayenne pepper or chilli powder to taste (optional) Sauté the onion and garlic in a lightly greased pan on the stovetop until soft. Drain most of the liquid from the canned beans. Place all ingredients, in the order they are listed, into the blender jug, cover and blend on the Pulse setting until the dip has reached the desired consistency. Serving suggestion This dip is great both warm and cold. If you prefer the warm version, try adding 1/4 cup of grated cheddar cheese to the ingredients before blending. After blending, remove the dip from the blender jug, place it in a microwave safe bowl, sprinkle with extra grated cheese (optional), cover loosely and microwave for about 2 3 minutes until warm throughout. Stir and serve immediately. The warm version goes perfectly with corn chips or sliced crusty Italian bread. Sun-dried Tomato & Cashew Dip 150g Sun-dried tomatoes, drained 150g Raw cashews ½ Red capsicum, deseeded and quartered 1 Garlic clove 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tbsp Olive oil 1 tbsp White wine vinegar Preparation Place all ingredients, in the order they are listed, into the blender jug, cover and blend on the Pulse setting until you have a chunky style dip. 24

25 Recipes (Cont.) Hommus 1 can ( g) Chickpeas 1 Garlic clove, minced 3 tbsp Tahini paste 2 tbsp Lemon juice 1 tbsp Vegetable oil 1 pinch Paprika (optional) Drain the chickpeas, preserving some of the liquid, and rinse in a colander under running water. Place the chickpeas and all other ingredients into the blender jug, cover and blend on medium speed until very smooth. Use Pulse mode for extra power, if required. You may need to push the mixture down the sides of the jug occasionally with the plunger. If the hommus is too thick, add some of the preserved liquid from the can of chickpeas through the pouring hole in the lid until you have your desired texture. Serve with flat bread, crackers or carrot and celery sticks. Guacamole 2 Avocados 1 Tomato, chopped 1/2 tbsp Onion, minced 1 pinch Salt 2 tbsp Lemon juice Dollop of sour cream (optional) Preparation Scoop out the avocado flesh, place it in the blender jug and add the onion and lemon juice. Cover and blend on medium speed for approximately 30 seconds or until mixed. Add the tomato and salt through the pouring hole in the lid and blend again briefly using the Pulse setting until smooth. Ensure the mixture is neither too thick nor too liquid. Serve with corn chips. 25

26 Recipes (Cont.) Caesar Salad Dressing 2 Egg yolks 3 tbsp White wine vinegar 1 tbsp Lemon juice 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese ½ tbsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp Anchovy, mashed up ¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce Salt & pepper to taste 3/4 cup Olive oil Preparation Place the egg yolks into the blender jug, cover, and blend using the Pulse setting about five times. Add the remaining ingredients through the pouring hole in the lid, except for the oil, and pulse to blend for 20 seconds. Add the oil and mix again on high speed for 30 seconds, or until creamy. Place in a covered container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Cauliflower and Pea Soup 1 tsp Oil 1 Onion, chopped 1 Celery stalk, chopped 500g potatoes, peeled and chopped 500g cauliflower florets 1.5L Water (or half water, half stock) ½ cup Peas, frozen Preparation Sauté the onion and celery in the oil in a large pot on the stovetop until soft. Add the potatoes, cauliflower and water and bring to the boil. Simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes. Let the soup ingredients cool to room temperature. Place the cooled soup into the blender jug, cover and blend on medium to high speed until smooth. Return the soup to the pot, add the peas and heat gently on the stovetop until hot. 26

27 High Performance Blender Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the supplier for repair. Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data (such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost. We recommend you save this data elsewhere prior to sending the product for repair. You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process. Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used where they meet ALDI s stringent quality specifications. If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may escalate your complaint. Please telephone us on or write to us at: Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd ABN PO BOX 6056 Frenchs Forest, Sydney, Australia NSW 2086 Tempo Help Desk: (Aust) (Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 08:30am to 06:00pm EST) YEAR WARRANTY 27

28 Warranty returns Should you for any reason need to return this product for a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with the product. Product does not work? If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on before returning it to the store for a refund. For an electronic copy of this manual, go to and download a copy. Instruction Manual Revision Index Version No Issue Date Description V May 2015 Original release V June 2015 Minor updates V July 2015 Compliance updates (pages 6, 17) V May 2016 Second release V June 2016 Compliance updates (pages 6, 12)