Proctor-Silex 994 Blender User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting Guide
Replacement Parts
Caring for the Blender
Problem . . . Solution . . .
Blender fails to start
or stops while it is
running and cannot
be restarted
Check to see if unit is securely plugged into an electric outlet.
Check to see if the fuse for the electric outlet has blown or if a
circuit breaker has tripped.
Check to see if jar is securely seated on the base.
Check to see if cover is completely lowered onto jar.
Unplug unit and check to see if blades are obstructed by anything
and if so, remove obstruction and allow unit to cool.
Reset speed control at 0 and try again.
Maintenance
Unplug the blender and remove the jar from the base, and then inspect the jar and
cutter assembly for wear, nicks, and loose or broken blades. Replace if necessary.
See Replacement Parts below. Ensure that the cutter assembly is tightened properly.
Unplug the blender, and then inspect the power cord insulation and power plug for
cracks. Refer to Requesting Assistance or Service for repair or replacement.
Perform Blender Checks on page 5 to check the safety features of the blender.
Replace the jar and cutter assembly at least once a year. See Replacement Parts
1 gallon Polysulfone jar with cutter assembly
1 gallon Polysulfone jar without cutter assembly
Cutter assembly without jar
Cover
Dosing cup
Jar supports
Description
Part Number
6126-994
823143
823252
823140
823167
823144
Inspect the blender and its various parts and replace as follows:
Daily
Weekly
Yearly
Ingredients will not mix
properly
Check to see if enough liquid has been added to the ingredients.
Mixture should be fluid and free-running at all times.
Solid pieces are too large. Pieces should not exceed 1cubes.
Jar is too full. Do not fill past highest graduation marking.
Cutter blades are not sharp or are damaged. Inspect jar and cutter
assembly daily. Replace jar and cutter assembly at least every
12 months or when damaged.
Check to see if cutter assembly is tightened properly.
Adjust Speed control to create a fluid blend.
Refer to Requesting Assistance or Service to order parts below.
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