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- Page 1 CERTIFIED RECONDITIONED - TURBOBLEND TWO-SPEED ® Owner’s Manual Read and save these instructions Vita-Mix Corporation ® 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 .......................12 Tamper ..........................13 How to Use the Tamper ....................15 Hints for Setting Speeds ....................16 Operating Instructions .....................17 Care and Cleaning ......................19... -
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
Vitamix dealer. Alteration or modification of any part of the blender base or container, including the use of any part or parts that are not genuine authorized Vitamix parts, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. The use of attachments not expressly authorized or sold by Vitamix for use with this blender, including canning jars, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. - Page 6 This product is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and is not intended to be used for commercial purposes. Do not leave your Vitamix blender unattended when operating. Any repair, servicing, or the replacement of parts must be performed by Vitamix or an authorized service representative.
- 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 Container Blade Assembly Retainer Nut Centering Pad Drive Socket High/Low Switch Control Panel On/Off Switch Motor Base Feet Tamper... - Page 9 PARTS A N D F E ATU RES On/Off Switch : Lifting the On/Off Switch to the On ( | ) position starts the rotation of the blade assembly and begins the blending process. High/Low Switch: The High/Low Switch controls the speed of the rotation of the blade assembly.
- Page 10 PA RTS A N D F EAT U R ES Automatic Overload Protection: Your Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. If the motor shuts off, turn off the power switch for up to 45 minutes to reset. Reset time will be extended if high room temperatures exist. To reduce the reset time, unplug the machine, remove the container, and blow air into the center section of the bottom with a hair dryer on the cool setting.
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Page 11: Control Panel
CON TRO L PA N E L TURBOBLEND® TWO SPEED On/Off Switch: Before pushing the On/Off Switch to the On (|) position, make sure that the High/Low Switch is set to Low ( ) . Do not start your machine on High ( ) setting. Push the On/Off Switch up to turn On. Push down to turn Off (O). -
Page 12: About The Blades
AB OUT THE BLA 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 13: Tamper
TA M P 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 14 IF THE TAMPER 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.
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Page 15: How To Use The Tamper
H OW TO US E 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 16: Hints For Setting Speeds
H INTS FOR SETT I 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 and always start on Low and then switch to High. -
Page 17: Operating Instructions
O P E R AT IN G I NST RU C T ION S Wet Blade Container Designed for processing liquids including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soups, purees, batters, and for wet chopping. Make sure that the High/Low Switch is set to Low ( ). Load the container before placing it on the motor base. - Page 18 O PERAT ING IN ST RU C T I ON S Dry Blade Container If purchased, your dry blade container should only be used for hard, dry materials such as grain, and for kneading dough. Make sure that the High/Low Switch is set to Low ( ). Securely fasten the 2-part lid.
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Page 19: Care And Cleaning
C AR E A N D CL EA N IN G Container To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps below. This will clean the unit and break-in the motor. Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple drops of liquid dish washing detergent to the container. - Page 20 CARE A N D C LEA N I 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 21: Troubleshooting
T R OUBL ES HO OT I 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 22: 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 23 Warranty. The Warranty is also void if repairs to the Machine or any component part of the Machine are performed by someone other than either Vitamix or an authorized Vitamix Service Provider or if any component part of a Machine subject to this Warranty is used in combination with a motor base or container that is not expressly authorized by Vitamix.
- Page 24 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 25: Notes
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Page 28: Specifications
Uses a U.S.A. three–prong grounded cord. Dimensions: Height: 20.3 in. / 51,4 cm Width: 8.8 in. / 22,4 cm Depth: 9.0 in. / 22,9 cm When applicable: To see the complete line of Vitamix products, ® visit vitamix.com. Vita-Mix Corporation ®...
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