Black and Decker Michael Graves Blender MGD250 User Manual

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MGD250 

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
 PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
 To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put blender base,
cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
 Turn off and unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts, and before cleaning.
 Do not operate...

BLENDER PARTS
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POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug—one blade is wider than the other. To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse it. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature by modifying the plug in any way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
WARNING:This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to
prevent removal of the...

1. Be sure the unit is “off” (O) and plug
the cord into a standard electrical outlet.
2. Place the food to be blended into the
Jar.
3. Put the Lid on the Jar before beginning. Be
sure that the Cap is in
position by placing the
tabs in the Cap into the notches into the Lid
and twisting close. When crushing ice or
hard foods, keep one hand on the Lid.
4. Select the desired speed setting:
• Use settings 1-2 for stirring,
chopping, and mixing; setting 3-4
for grinding, beating, and creaming;
setting 5 for...

Use the following guide for speed selections. 
SPEED FUNCTION USE
1 Stir To mix thin batters, scrambled eggs, and
Puree puree cooked foods of uncooked fruits.
2 Chop To chop vegetables for dips and salsa;
Mix to mix gravies, marinades.
3  Grate To grate hard cheeses. To cream soups, or 
Beat beat dips; make mixed drinks, powdered
drinks, or milk shakes.
4 Blend To grind nuts. To blend sauces
Grind and spreads.
5  Frappe To mix smoothies and frappes, to liquefy
Liquefy thick mixtures.
P  Crush Ice To...

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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR BLENDER
1. Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the Blender.
2. Rinse Jar assembly parts immediately after blending for easier cleanup.
3. Wipe the Unit Base with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Remove
stubborn spots by rubbing with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner.
Do not immerse the Unit Base in liquid.
4. Removable parts can be washed by hand with soap and water or in a
dishwasher. The Lid, Cap, Blade Assembly, and Jar Base should be placed
in the top rack only. The Jar is...

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CREAMED HARVEST GINGER SOUP2 cans (141⁄2ounces each)  1 red pepper coarsely chopped 
chicken or vegetable broth 2 (1-inch) squares fresh ginger, 
2 cups water coarsely chopped
1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled 1 teaspoon dried basil
and cut in 1-inch cubes
1⁄2teaspoon salt
5 medium carrots, cut in 1-inch lengths1⁄4teaspoon pepper
4 medium potatoes, peeled and1⁄2-1 cup milk
each cut in 6 pieces Sour cream or plain yogurt
2 onions, coarsely chopped
1. Combine chicken or vegetable broth and water in...

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Michael Graves
The highly acclaimed work of Michael Graves has restored a sense of humanity to
modern architecture, which in turn makes him one of the most recognized architects
of our time. Together with Disney,
TMhe designed their corporate headquarters and the
Walt DisneyTMWorld Swan and Dolphin Hotels. Notable for his ability to craft
inventive items for the home, Michael has designed products for companies such as
Alessi, F.A.O. Schwartz and Steuben. In light of his vast body of work,...