Cleaning a Stick Blender

[mudbug]

Got one for Christmas and accidentally threw out the manual that came with it.

It's a Cuisinart "Quick Prep" model CS8-33BC. It doesn't come apart or anything, so what I did to clean it was to run it with the business end immersed in some hot soapy water.

Anyone got a better idea?

 

[PA Baker]

I have a very similar one, mud. I grow to like it more every time I use it!

As long as you don't get the thick handle part wet, you're OK. Usually I run the blender end under hot water, wipe it down with a soapy sponge, and then rinse it off with hot water. I always make sure to have it unplugged when I do this. Then I just wipe it dry.

 

[AllenOK]

I always submerged the blending end into some soapy water, and hit the switch for a second. You could also be extra-safe and submerge and blend in some bleach water to sanitize it.

 

[Pam Leavy]

I do the same. My dream is to buy a new one with detachable stainless steel attachments.

Pam

 

[mudbug]

Thanks, everyone. Sounds like I'm doing the right thing. Think I'm gonna like this new toy!

 

[pst1can]

Mudbug...you are doing it right....do not fall to childhood habits and lick the blades though...lol...Pst

 

[pst1can]

Mudbug...I could get you a replacement book probably if you need it...Pst 8)

 

[buckytom]

if you employ either method, or the help of the dog, just make sure it is unplugged!

 

[mudbug]

lol, pst and buckster! pst, thanks for the offer of digging me up a manual. Think I'm OK for now, but will keep your kindness in mind.

 

[kitchenelf]

I do it the same way bug - bowl or the "thing" that came with it - hot soapy water and blend away!!! Fill with clean water or just rinse under faucet with more hot water.

 

[htc]

I have the exact same one. I love and hate it...I hate the fact that the parts are not removeable. I would have thought Cuisinart would have done a better job at designing this. I honestly don't use mine very much, and wonder if I had one that had removable pieces, if I would use it more often.

DH hates it when I do use it, cuz he's the one who always has to clean it.

 

[Audeo]

Congrats on the nice gift, bug!

The first time I used mine, I pressed the GO button before coming in contact with the stuff in the bowl and applied a sloppy coating of eggs to myself and all other things in the remaining 360-degree area of the kitchen. I do hope you avoid that little error...

I just whirl mine in hot soapy water and rinse under a hot tap. Works fine.