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- Page 1 CERTIFIED RECONDITIONED - NEXT GENERATION - PROGRAMMED Owner’s Manual Read and save these instructions Vita-Mix Corporation * Product image may differ slightly from ® your configuration 8615 Usher Road Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 U.S.A. 1.800.848.2649 / 1.440.235.4840 vitamix.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CON TEN TS Contents ..........................2 Let’s Get Started .........................3 Service and Registration ....................4 Important Safeguards .......................5 Parts and Features ......................8 Control Panel ........................11 About the Blades ......................13 Tamper ..........................14 How to Use the Tamper ....................16 Hints for Setting Speeds ....................17 Operating Instructions .................... -
Page 3: Let's Get Started
Please read all the safety information, warnings, and instructional material found in this booklet before getting started. Set your Vitamix machine on a dry, level surface. Make sure that the power switch is set to Off, and that the machine is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet. -
Page 4: Service And Registration
S E RV ICE AND R EG I ST R AT ION Vitamix Service Record the model number and serial number of your Vitamix in the spaces provided below for future reference. These numbers can be found on the back of the motor base. -
Page 5: Important Safeguards
To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender base in water or other liquid. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. - Page 6 16. Never attempt to operate with damaged blades. 17. Always operate blender with lid and lid plug firmly in place. The lid plug should be removed only when adding ingredients and when using the tamper.
- Page 7 Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock. NOTICE: THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR VITAMIX BLENDER THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
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Page 8: Parts And Features
PARTS A N D F EAT UR ES Lid Plug 2-Part Lid Lid Flaps Blade Assembly Container Retainer Nut Drive Socket Centering Pad Start / Stop Switch Pulse Switch Motor Base Variable Speed Dial Tamper * Product image may differ slightly from your configuration... - Page 9 Tamper: The tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and / or frozen mixtures that cannot be processed in a regular blender. Using the tamper maintains circulation by preventing air pockets from forming.
- Page 10 Push the lid onto the container until it locks in place. The lid must always be secured when processing, especially hot liquids that may scald. Never operate the blender without checking to make sure the lid is securely locked in place.
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Page 11: Control Panel
CON TRO L PA N E L On / Off Switch: The On / Off (or Power) Switch is located on the lower right-hand side of the machine. The On / Off Switch controls the power to the machine. BEFORE moving the On / Off Switch to the On (I) position, make sure the marker on the Variable Speed Dial is pointed at the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. - Page 12 Speed dial back to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. Programs: Your Vitamix is equipped with five program settings for the most commonly used recipes. Rotating the Variable Speed Dial left of center allows you to select a program for Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Soups, Purées, and a...
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Page 13: About The Blades
ABOUT TH E BL A D ES The Vitamix machine comes standard with the wet blade container. The blade is identified by a “W” for wet. This blade is used for most of your recipes. Additional containers with wet or dry blades may be purchased separately. -
Page 14: Tamper
TAMP ER CAUTION Rotating Blades Can Cause Damage. Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types, and sizes. Use the tamper that was supplied with your machine. How to Determine the Tamper that Can Be Used with Your Container Each type of tamper is designed to be used safely and effectively with a particular container. - Page 15 TOUCHES THE BLADES AT ANY ANGLE - DO NOT USE THE TAMPER WITH YOUR CONTAINER. If you do not have the correct tamper for your container, call Vitamix Customer services at 1.800.848.2649 or 1.440.235.4840 or e-mail service@vitamix.com to order a new tamper. If purchased outside the United States or Canada, contact...
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Page 16: How To Use The Tamper
H OW TO USE THE TA M P ER WARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. • DO NOT put hands, spatulas, etc. in the container while the machine is running or while the container is still on the base. •... -
Page 17: Hints For Setting Speeds
H INTS FOR S ETTI N G SP EEDS CAUTION Never Start on Speeds Above 1 with Hot Liquids to Avoid Possible Burns. Escaping steam, splashes or contents may scald. To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid plug securely in place prior to operating the machine. - Page 18 H I NTS FOR SET TI N G SP EEDS Programs Programs vary in blending speed and duration and will automatically stop at the end of the program. • The Smoothie ( ) program runs for approximately 45 seconds. • The Frozen Dessert ( ) program runs for approximately 55 seconds.
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Page 19: Operating Instructions
O P E R AT IN G I NST RU C T ION S Wet Blade Container The Wet Blade Container is designed for processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soups, purées, batters, and for wet chopping. Before using this container for Programs or the Variable Speed option, always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointed at the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. - Page 20 O PERAT ING IN ST RU C T I ON S Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and making hot soups and sauces. CAUTION Never Start on Speeds Above 1 with Hot Liquids to Avoid Possible Burns. Escaping steam, splashes or contents may scald.
- Page 21 O PE R ATIN G I N STRUC TI ON S Activate the machine by pressing the Start / Stop Switch. Your container will shift and get into an aligned position. • Variable Speed - slowly increase the Variable Speed to the desired speed.
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Page 22: Care And Cleaning
CARE A N D CLEA N I N G Container To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps under Normal Cleaning below. This will clean the unit and break-in the motor. Normal Cleaning Before using the Variable Speed or Program options, always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointed at the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. - Page 23 C AR E A N D C LEA NI N G Motor Base Unplug the power cord. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning machine. Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that has been rinsed in a mild solution of liquid detergent and warm water.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
T ROUBLES HOOTI N G Automatic Overload Protection Your Vitamix machine is equipped with a special feature: Automatic Overload Protection. This built-in feature is designed to protect the motor and prevent your machine from overheating. When engaged, this Automatic Overload Protection will cause the motor to shut off and possibly emit a light odor. -
Page 25: Warranty
If, in Vitamix’s sole discretion, the failed Machine or component part of the Machine cannot be repaired, Vitamix will elect to either (A) replace the Machine free of charge or (B) refund the full purchase price to the owner, unless Vitamix receives prior written notice of the owner’s preference. - Page 26 For product subject to this Warranty you will be provided with a return authorization number, up-to-date shipping instructions and a pre-paid return pick up label. Vitamix will pay standard shipping costs on the return of a Machine or component part for warranty service and repair and for return shipment of the product to you after the warranty repair or replacement.
- Page 27 1-800-848-2649 service@vitamix.com You will be deemed to have accepted the returned product “as is” upon delivery unless you notify Vitamix of any problem, including shipment damage, within 48 hours of delivery. SPECIAL INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS If a machine was purchased within the U.S.A. or Canada, but is currently outside the U.S.A.
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Page 28: Specifications
Uses a U.S.A. three–prong grounded cord Dimensions: Height: 17.4 in. / 44,2 cm Width: 7.7 in. / 19,6 cm Depth: 9.4 in. / 23,9 cm When applicable: To see the complete line of Vitamix products, ® visit vitamix.com. Vita-Mix Corporation ®...