When I use the blender it is difficult to get it tight enough on the bottom so that the liquid does not pour out from the bottom. The ring is not cracked. I have had this problem for a long time and it is very frustrating. I even replaced the ring a while back but it did not help the situation.

Good question.
Axles are generally left with cars and trucks.
That's because an axle transfers energy to more than one place by means of gears and cogs, like to a pair of driving wheels at right angles to the power direction..
What you refer to are spindles, prop shafts and other things.
For the sake of simplicity, the seals you speak of are made of rubber rings held by metal bands around the spindle squeezed very tight with oil trapped around the joint. That keeps the water out most of the time.
In bigger machines, the oil seal is often made from a tough kind of leather (true !) ...leather is a really good water proof material under heavy pressure and heat providing it's kept "wet" by oils or waters.
Blenders spindles tend to use rubber "O" rings around the shaft because there's not much pressure, it's enough to keep your milkshake from leaking into the blender.

You will need a special wrench to remove blade assembly.
then the gasket/seal is inexpensive.

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Hi I take it that the bottom was not screwed tight when the milk spilled. Try unscrewing the bottom, take it apart and clean it in warm water and mild washing liquid . Put it together again and screw tightly. And off it should go.
kolbrun

sounds like the locking ring is cross threaded. It will be difficult to unscrew, but the only solution is to remove it and put it back on strait. soaking it in hot water may help if there is a dried liquid acting as an adhesive.

hi,

sounds like the bearing assembly went, right where the motor connects to the blade, you can get a replacement base from them, have to find the model number and go to their website. doubt you burnt it up. cuisinarts supposedly are commercial quality.

jm

Buy a new one from K/A

Here is a list of things to check for:
1. Make sure the blender base (black plastic) is tight to the jar.
2. Make sure you have installed the rubber washer between the blender blade assembly and the jar.
3. Make sure your rubber washer is free from any crud that may have accumulated and dried on. You may have to soak the washer and gently scrub with a scrubber sponge. If it's really cruddy you may have to repeat as necessary.
4. Make sure you have not caught any water (or other liquid) when filling it between the base and the jar. When you pour out the contents it will appear as if it is leaking.

Something sticky is in the threads... Try very hot water in the sink as a start, while boiling some water on your stove. With the glass and plastic preheated, install them to the blender base which must be unplugged for the rest of this adventure. Pour the boiling water in, only to about 1/3 of capacity. Install the top cover to protect from the hot water. Hold the glass by the handle and with a rubber glove on the opposite corner or pour spout side. Hold high to avoid the heat from the water. Have a large burly man hold the blender base so that you may twist the glass container counter-clockwise. Stop as soon as it starts to turn the plastic ring off...and go the the sink... Continue after pouring out the hot water. Remember that his procedure is likely to cause broken glass or broken plastic and exposure to scalding hot water. If those risks are acceptable you should still take precautions to protect your flesh. Otherwise order a replacement ring and pitcher for the blender.

Gasket is not the problem.
Square shaft that is pressed into the turning gear is not tight and allows leaking through the connection.
Only repair is to replace the assembly with the gear drive, blades, etc. and this will take care of the leak. The "O" ring gasket is fine and holds the liquids. However the leak is around the center of the shaft that goes through the bottom.

Regards,
Gary

You can order this part Black and Decker Blender Base Collar Ring BL5000-11
I also had the ring crack and ordered another one. It cracked after just a couple uses. So, even though you can get the replacement part, I'd suggest tossing the whole thing in the garbage and buying a different brand.