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Cleaning the Blender and Its Accessories

Cleaning the Blender and Accessories 

Clean the Blender and accessories thoroughly after every use.
NOTE:  To avoid damaging the Blender, do not immerse the Blender base or cord in water. To avoid scratching the Blender, do not use an abrasive cleanser or scouring pads.

  1. To clean the Blender base and cord: Unplug the Blender before cleaning. Wipe clean the base and the cord with a warm, damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Wipe clean the Citrus Press Gear Assembly with a warm, damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

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  1. To clean the Jar: Remove any remaining contents from the Jar. Fill half of the Jar with warm water, and add 1 or 2 drops of dish-washing liquid. Place the Blender Jar on the base. Make sure the Blender Jar is fully seated in the base. Secure the Lid on the Jar, turn the Control Dial to speed (3), and run the blender for 15-20 seconds. Remove the Blender Jar, empty contents, and rinse with warm water.

  1. To clean the Jar and its assembly in the dishwasher: The Personal Jar, Small Batch Jar, Lids, Blade Assembly, and Lid Center Cap can be cleaned in the top rack dishwasher. The Blender Jar can be cleaned in the bottom rack of a dishwasher.

  1. The Reamer, Juice Container, and Pulp Basket can be cleaned in the bottom rack of a dishwasher.

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