1. What is the maximum amount of liquid and food to put into the blender container?

The blender volume will hold one and half cups of liquid and solids. To avoid overflowing

stay at or under these amounts. The ratio of 1 cup of liquids and 1/2 cup of solids is recommended, or 1 cup of solids with 1/2 cup of liquids can also be blended safely.

2. What happens when vegetables are put into the blender and they don't blend?

Putting more liquid in the blender container and removing half the vegetables makes for easier blending. Once the first half is blended, put in the remaining vegetables and they

will blend with ease.

3. Can the blender process flaxseeds into flax meal?

The smaller/wider container is perfect for grinding flax and other small seeds.Put the seeds dry into the smaller container, using the grinding blade that fits this blender container and pulse or leave the blender on continuous blending for the consistency you desire. Flax, sunflower, pumpkin, and sesame seeds can easily be blended into a 'meal' or finely powdered consistency.

4. Does the Personal Blender 'chop' ice?

Yes, ice is easily chopped. If you want to make a 'smoothie', add 3 or 4 ice cubes to the recipe and make it refreshingly cool. Snow cones can also be blended with just ice and a

bit of fruit juice concentrate flavoring. During hot weather these recipes are a great way to cool down.

5. Can the Personal Blender grind nuts?

Yes, you can grind nuts into a "nut meal" or a fine powder. For this kind of consistency, make sure the nuts are totally dry before putting into the blender. Please note, the blender

is not built to make nut butters. It can make pates and sauces with nuts – look in our recipe book for suggestions.

6. Does the Personal Blender make salad dressings?

Yes, easily. Use the ingredient ratio of liquids to solids to make sure you don't overflow  1/2 cup liquids to 1 cup solids. If a thinner dressing is desired, add more liquids: oils,

lemon juice, vinegar, or soft 'fruits' (i.e. avocado, sliced tomatoes).

7. How can fruit sauces be made in the Personal Blender?

Many different kinds of fruit 'sauces' can be simply blended whether it be apple sauce,

pear sauce, or peach sauce. Add half the fruit with at least 1/4 cup liquid - water or juice works well - and then blend. Add the remaining fruit to thicken the sauce. If softer fruit sauces are desired - like blueberry, raspberry, or other berries - just blend the fruit alone. No other liquid is needed as these fruits are easily "sauced."

8. Does the Personal Blender make baby food?

Yes, as many varieties as you can create from raw fruits, raw vegetables, or lightly

steamed vegetables. Caution: if you are blending hot foods - use a pot holder or other protection for your hands when you take the blender off its base. The blender material

does heat up - avoid burning your hands.

9. Is the Personal Blender container dishwasher safe?

Yes, the blender container can be put into a dishwasher. We recommend that you hand wash the containers and blades. This way your blender is clean and ready to use at any

time. No need to wait until the dishwasher is full, cleaned, and cleared out.
Caution: any type of plastic you clean in those extreme types of heat can begin to warp.

10. Can the Personal Blender process hot foods?

Yes, the blender container and blade can process freshly cooked foods that are hot. However, when touching the blender container - please protect your hands with a pot

holder or a thick towel. The blender container can and does heat up quickly. Avoid

burning your hands.