A Complete List of Blender Parts

A Complete List of Blender Parts
Written by Mike (Team) Johnson on Nov 08, 2009 Reviewed by Charles Ouellet on Feb 03, 2020
The blender looks to be a simple kitchen device but there are a series of blender parts
that make the unit work efficiently and quietly. There are not many parts to a blender
that make it an ideal kitchen gadget and, on top of that, they are not complex in their
design or function. This article will go over the standard blender parts and their uses
in the function of the blender.
1. Blender Jar
This is the receptacle into which the ingredients are placed. The blender jar sits snugly
or locks in place on top of the main base which houses the motor and blade
assembly. The bottom of the blender jar is open to allow the blade access to do its
job. Though many blender jars are made of glass they can also be plastic and metal.
Your more high-end blenders will have blender jars made from tempered glass as well
as having measurement markings on the side.
2. Blender Jar Lid

The jar lid covers the top of the blender jar allowing you to safely operate the blender
without your ingredients exploding from the jar. The lid is generally plastic or glass
and usually has a rubber stopper attached to form a tight seal.
3. Jar Lid Center Cap

The center cap is that small plastic thing found in the center of the lid. It helps to keep
liquids in but also allows you to add ingredients easily while the blender is running.
4. Blender Blade Cutter
The blender blade cutter is the stainless steel blade that does all of the crushing,
stirring, pureeing and anything else your blender functions do. The blade itself is
made out of stainless steel and though it looks complicated it really is not. Basically,
you are looking at two pieces of metal that form a cross with each end bent at an
angle. Each blade has an end which is angled up and the other side is angled down.
When the blade rotates it pushes the ingredients upward from the bottom of the
blender, grinding continually until the desired consistency is reached. The blade is
attached to the motor with a bolt or screw to ensure it stays in one place.
5. O-Ring Seal
This is a flat piece of rubber that sits between the blender blade cutter and blender
jar. It creates a seal so that food particles and moisture do not get inside the motor
and cause damage. These are also very cheap to replace.
6. Bottom Screw Cap

The bottom screw cap is important to the proper functioning of a blender. The bottom
screw cap is what holds the blender blade cutter in place during operation. Without
this piece the blade would simply fly off the motor. It is made out of one piece of
molded plastic.
7. Blender Rubber Drive Clutch-Made out of rubber, this rests on top of the
motor and on the bottom of the blade assembly.
8. Motor-This is hidden in the base of the blender.
Blenders are versatile appliances that have a variety of uses in the home, business and laboratory. The
main function in home and bar use is geared toward crushing ice. Blenders also liquefy and emulsify softer
food ingredients, such as fruit and yogurt, which results in a thick consistency and a smooth texture.
A blender (sometimes called a liquidiser in British English) is a kitchen and laboratory appliance used to mix,
purée, or emulsify food and other substances. A stationary blender consists of a blender container with a
rotating metal blade at the bottom, powered by an electric motor that is in the base.
Can I use a food processor instead of a blender? You can use a food processor for many of the same
purposes as a blender. However, blenders are better for creating liquids, like soups, purees, and smoothies.
Food processors are more designed for jobs like chopping, grinding, mixing, and shredding.
Blender definition: A blender is an electrical kitchen appliance used for mixing liquids and soft foods...
A blender (sometimes called a liquidiser in British English) is a kitchen and laboratory appliance used to

mix, purée, or emulsify food and other substances. A stationary blender consists of a blender container with a
rotating metal blade at the bottom, powered by an electric motor that is in the base. Some powerful models can also
crush ice and other frozen foods. The newer immersion blender configuration has a motor on top connected by a
shaft to a rotating blade at the bottom, which can be used with any container. In the Pharmaceutical Industry, the
blending system is usually used to achieve a smooth mixture which will go a long way in guaranteeing the quality of
the final product.[1]
How Does a Blender Work?
Turn the blender over to access screws holding the baseplate.

A food blender uses a motor to power blades that chop, and grate food. A blade inside a jar is
connected to a motor shaft inside the unit. The blade’s speed is controlled by varying electric current
to the motor using one or more switches. Blenders come in countertop and hand-held models.
Fix-It Tip
When purchasing a blender, look for one with the strongest motor, measured in watts (W). The wattage should
be noted on the underside of the unit. A better blender has at least 250W.
What Can Go Wrong with a Blender?

Because blenders are simple motorized small appliances, the things that can go wrong also are
simple. The electrical cord, motor, switches, or fuse may fail. Parts may become loose or worn and
seals may leak. (To avoid spills, don’t fill the blender jar more than two thirds full when in use.)
How Can I Identify a Blender Problem?

 If the blender doesn’t work at all, make sure power is on at the outlet. Check the electrical cord. Test
the fuse with a multimeter. Test the multi-speed switch (see the Appliance Controls Fix-It Guide). If all this fails you’ll
need to test the universal motor.
 If the blender runs intermittently, check wire connections and replace any that are faulty; check
the motor and replace if needed.
 If the blender doesn’t run at some speeds, check the multi-speed switch (see the Appliance Controls Fix-It
Guide) and clean or replace it if it is faulty; check wire connections and repair any that are faulty.
 If the motor runs, but the blade doesn’t turn, check the drive stud and tighten or replace as necessary. Also,
check the blade and clean and lubricate or replace it if damaged.
 If the jar leaks (a common blender problem), check the base and tighten if needed. Check the seal and
replace the seal, blade assembly, or jar as needed.
Fix-It Tip
To wash a blender jar in a dishwasher, first disassemble it and remove the rubber seals. If it is too difficult to
disassemble jar, you can wash it by hand. Fill the jar half full with warm water and add a drop of liquid
detergent. Cover and blend the mixture at low speed for five seconds. Run the blender with clean water to rinse,
then run it empty to dry the blades. Finally, remove the blades and wipe them with a cloth to get rid of any
residue.
What Do I Need for Blender Repair?

Replacement parts are available from the manufacturer or aftermarket supplier. These are the tools
you’ll need for disassembly and repair:
 Screwdrivers
 Pliers
What Are the Steps to Blender Repair?
Wear a leather glove to hold the fan in place as you disconnect it from the motor shaft.
Disassembly steps depend on what model blender you own. The following steps work for most
standard blenders.
Disassemble a blender:
1. Unplug the blender and remove the jar. Undo the screws securing the baseplate. Separate the baseplate
and attached motor collar from the base housing.
2. To remove the switch housing, remove the decorative facing to get at the top screws. Remove the lower
screws from inside the blender base.
3. Hold the fan to keep the motor shaft from turning as you unscrew the drive stud. Remove the shield and any
washers. Unscrew the fan nut to remove the fan.
4. Disengage the strain-relief fitting from the housing. Remove the wire connector joining the power cord and
the lead to the brush housing.
5. Label and disconnect the lead wires from the switch block. Remove the motor mounting bolts and lift out
the motor if necessary.
6. To free brushes, remove the leads attached to the brush housing. Use a screwdriver to press lead terminal
through the slot in housing. The brush spring may pop out (don’t lose it!).
Fix-It Tip
Inspect a blender’s base, jar, and lid before each use to ensure that the jar base is tightly sealed.
You now can access and remove the motor and other components as needed.
Tighten a blender drive stud:
1. Remove the base and turn the blender over to expose the motor’s drive shaft.
2. Grip the drive shaft with a wrench or pliers, then turn the blender on its side to attach a wrench to the drive
stud.
3. Hold the drive shaft steady as you turn the drive stud clockwise.
4. If the drive stud is too worn to tighten, simply reverse the instructions for tightening the stud, install the new
part, and tighten it.
5. If the drive stud turns but the blade assembly doesn’t, inspect the assembly socket into which the drive stud
fits. It may be worn and require replacement. This is a common problem on blenders with metal drive studs and
plastic blade-assembly sockets.
Wear a leather glove to get a grip on and loosen the blender’s base.
Service a blender blade assembly:
1. Tighten the base.
2. If this doesn’t solve the problem, inspect and, if necessary, replace the gasket.

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2. Blender Jar Lid

3. Jar Lid Center Cap

4. Blender Blade Cutter

6. Bottom Screw Cap

8. Motor-This is hidden in the base of the blender.

A blender (sometimes called a liquidiser in British English) is a kitchen and laboratory appliance used to

How Does a Blender Work?

Turn the blender over to access screws holding the baseplate.

What Can Go Wrong with a Blender?

How Can I Identify a Blender Problem?

What Do I Need for Blender Repair?

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