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Troubleshooting guide, Maintenance – Hamilton Beach HBH450 User Manual

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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 integrated circuit breaker has tripped and reset it, if needed.

• Check to see if the fuse for the electric outlet has blown or if a circuit breaker

has tripped.

• If the motor stops during operation due to overheating, unplug and allow the unit

to cool down for 15 minutes. Plug unit back after 15 minutes to resume normal
operation.

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 1" cubes.

• Container is too full. Do not fill past highest graduation marking.

• Cutter unit blades are not sharp or are damaged. Inspect container and cutter

assembly daily. Replace cutter assembly at least every 90 days or sooner if cutter
assembly appears worn or damaged.

• Check to see if cutter assembly is installed properly.

• Select speed to create a fluid blend.

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Troubleshooting Guide

Unplug the blender and remove the container from the base, and then inspect the
container and cutter unit assembly for wear, nicks, and broken or loose blades. Replace if
necessary. If the blades are loose, discontinue use immediately and replace the blades.
Do not attempt to repair or tighten the cutter assembly. See “Technical Service” .

Unplug the blender, and then inspect the power cord insulation and power plug for cracks.
Refer to “Technical Service” for repair or replacement.

Replace the container and cutter assembly at least every 90 days. See “Technical Service”.

Inspect the blender and its various parts and replace as follows:

Daily

Weekly

Quarterly

Maintenance