6www.aeg.comENGLISHThank you for choosing an AEG product. In order to ensure the best results, always use original AEG accessories andspare parts. They have been designed especially for your product. This product is designed with the environment inmind. All plastic parts are marked for recycling purposes.COMPONENTSA. JugB. SpoutC. Lid with filler holeD. Measuring cupE. Blade assembly, detachableF. Motor housingG. Speed selector (with PULSE, ICE CRUSH function)H. Cord storage device (underside of appliance)I. Non-slip feetPicture page 2-3GETTING STARTED1 Before using the blender for the first time, wash all parts except for the motor housing. Assembling: Place therubber seal on the blade assembly (A) and insert it under the jug. Turn the blade assembly counter-clockwise (B) tofasten.Caution! The blades are very sharp!2 Place the blender on a flat surface and lock the jug into position on the motor housing. When the arrow is alignedwith the “Locked” indicator, the jug is locked in position. Put the ingredients in the jug. (Do not exceed the maximumlevel as indicated on the jug.)3 Close the lid (A) and insert the measuring cup in the filler hole and (B) lock into position. (You can use the measur-ing cup to add ingredients while the blender is running. Close the filler hole immediately after, to avoid splashing.)Caution! When processing hot liquids, see step 4.4 Processing hot liquids: allow hot liquids to cool down until lukewarm before filling the jug. Fill the jug only half fulland start processing on low speed. The blender jug can become very warm – take care to protect your hands and toventilate steam out through the filler hole. Always replace the lid before use.5 Start the blender: Make sure the speed selector is set to the “OFF”-position. Plug into mains. Turn the speed selectorto your desired setting.Note: Turn the speed selector to “PULSE, ICE CRUSH” without releasing it, to accelerate the process of blending.Release to stop.6 Ice crushing: Turn the speed selector to “PULSE, ICE CRUSH” for 3-5 seconds several times until you obtain asatisfactory result.Note: You can add more ice through the filler hole while the blender is running.CLEANING AND CARE7 Quick cleaning: Pour warm water into the jug, add a few drops of detergent. Mix water and detergent by turning thespeed selector to “PULSE, ICE CRUSH” briefly. Finally, rinse the jug under running water.8 Thorough cleaning: Turn the blender off and unplug the power cord. Wipe the motor housing with a damp cloth.Warning! Never immerse the housing, plug, and cord in water or any other fluid.9 Remove the lid and jug. Turn the blade assembly clockwise and remove it. Rinse the blade assembly in water anddetergent. Caution! Handle carefully, the blades are very sharp! The lid, jug and measuring cup can be washed inthe dishwasher.Enjoy your new AEG product!