BUTTON POWER FUNCTION USE On/Off Always turn appliance 'Off' when not in use. 1 Processing & Mixing Use to mix thin batters, gravies and marinades, scramble eggs, puree cooked foods and uncooked fruits and chop vegetables for dips and salsa. 2 Blending & Ice Crushing Use to grate hard cheeses, cream soups, beat dips, grind nuts, thorough chopping, blend sauces and spreads. Blend mixed drinks, powdered drinks or milk shakes. Crush ice cubes for snow cones, chilled beverages or frozen slushes.