PowerBlend DuetTM Blender/Food Processor BFP-10 Series Instruction Booklet
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Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue blending,  
if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before 
blending. 
9.  WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the Off button and  
unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the 
blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off. Do not 
twist locking ring from blender jar when removing jar from 
motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not 
place hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.
CLEANING AND CARE
Always unplug your Cuisinart
®
 PowerBlend Duet
™
 from the 
electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-
resistant parts, which are easy to clean. Before first use and after 
every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts 
before reassembly. If any part is damaged or blender jar is chipped 
or cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER.
Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up 
and away. Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise. 
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm 
soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. Place the locking ring in  
the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash in warm water.
CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and 
may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from cutting 
assembly.
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in 
warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in the upper 
rack of the dishwasher. The blender jar should be washed in warm 
soapy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can 
also be placed upside down in the dishwasher.
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove 
any residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base  
in water or other liquid, or place in the dishwasher.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as 
follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into 
assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on  
Stir for 15 seconds. Repeat using clean tap water. Empty blender 
jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket 
and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts 
thoroughly.
DO’s AND DON’Ts WHEN  USING  
YOUR BLENDER 
DO:
•  Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as 
that stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the motor base on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
•  Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then add 
remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients are 
uniformly mixed.
•  When using either blender or food processor, cut most foods 
into cubes approximately ½" to 1" to achieve a more uniform 
result. Cut all cheeses into pieces no larger than ½".
•  When using blender, use the measured pour lid to measure 
liquid ingredients such as alcohol. Replace measured pour lid 
after ingredients have been added.
•  When using either blender or food processor, use a rubber or 
plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is turned OFF. 
Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blender 
jar/work bowl or cutting assembly.
•  Place blender cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with 
the cover on.
• Make sure locking ring is tightly attached to blender jar.
•  Always remove locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket 
before cleaning.
•  When scraping the blender jar with a spatula, remove the food 
from the sides of the blender jar and place it in the center of the 
blender jar, over the cutting assembly.
•  When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, bread crumbs, 
nuts, etc., make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly are 
completely dry.
•  If food tends to stick to the sides of the blender jar or food 
processor work bowl during use, pulse in short bursts.










