I wish my scanner was working so I could show you proof of my claims here, but it isn't.  Also, I was unable to unearth this booklet anywhere on the internet for reference.  I guess you'll just have to take my word for it.
    My in-laws bought me a Kohl's/Food Network immersion blender for my birthday because they know I enjoy a good kitchen gadget.  I have enjoyed using it thus far, but I have to admit that the misleading nature of the instruction booklet has caused me some grief in deciding what tasks it is best suited for.  A few examples:
    On the cover is a photograph of a person holding the immersion blender directly over a saucepan on the stove.  On page 2: Important Safeguards, #13: "Do not use on a stove or place on or near a hot stove or heated oven."  On page 9: "Use your immersion blender with the whisk attachment for dishes that need lots of whisking while on the stove-- custards, dessert sauces, creamy chocolate ganaches for truffles or cakes, or gravies."  
    Also in the 'Important Safeguards' on page 2, #11: "When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities at a time to reduce spillage."  Move on to page 5: assembly & use, under the subsection 'Hints for Using Your Immersion Blender': "Do not us to blend hot foods."  Back to page 9: "It's also great for cold or hot soups, salad dressings, or individual smoothies."  The last five pages of the book are recipes, including three soups and a marinara sauce-- all of which involve using the tool on hot foods.
    Next, we come back to 'assembly & use' on page 5: "This appliance is not intended to chop ice.  Add ice to beverage after blending."  Skipping to page 9, we find this immersion blender is "...indispensable in any chef's kitchen.  It can be used for anything you'd use a blender for without the need for extra cleanup."  Hmm... I have a button specifically designated for chopping ice on my blender; don't you?
    So I'm a bit unsure as to whether this has limitless possibilities or is just meant for stirring chocolate milk.  To be fair, it is a fun tool and I haven't broken it yet, so...
    
    But I also have to point out as a side note that, like the rest of us at one time or another, the editor of this booklet was foiled by 'Spell Check'.  On page 2, #9, I am instructed to "Keep hands and utensils out of container while bending to prevent the possibility of severe injury to persons or damage to the unit."  While this is likely a true statement, I believe it paints a far more interesting visual picture than the author ever intended.  So remember, if you drop something while operating this unit, only squatting is permitting for retrieval.  No bending!!

CL