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P R O F E S S I O N A L S E R I E S 3 0 0 ™ Owner’s Manual Read and save these instructions Vita-Mix Corporation ® 8615 Usher Road Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 USA 1.800.848.2649/1.440.235.4840 vitamix.com...
CONTENTS Contents ........................2 Let’s Get Started .....................3 Service and Registration ..................4 Important Instructions for Safe Use..............5 Parts and Features ....................8 Control Panel ......................10 About the Blades ....................11 Tamper ........................12 How to Use the Tamper ..................13 Hints for Setting Speeds ..................14 Operating Instructions ..................
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 an earthed electrical outlet.
SERVICE AND REGISTRATION 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. Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase...
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE WARNING To Avoid Injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using this machine. Basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. Read all instructions, safeguards and warnings before operating the blender. This blender is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and is not intended to be used to prepare food for commercial sale or in other commercial uses.
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Do not operate with loose or damaged blades. Do not remove the blade assembly from the container. Contact your nearest Vitamix authorized service representative for service or replacement.
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Failure to follow the instructions can cause death or electrical shock. NOTICE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR VITAMIX BLENDER THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
PARTS AND FEATURES Lid Plug On/Off Switch: The On/Off (or Power) Switch is on the right- hand side of the machine base. 2-Part Lid The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine. Lid Flaps Blade Start/Stop Switch: Pressing down on Assembly the Start/Stop Switch will initiate the blending process.
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To Remove the Lid Plug: Rotate the lid plug anticlockwise from the ‘locked’ to ‘unlocked’ position and lift out. Automatic Overload Protection: Your Vitamix motor is designed to Front protect itself from overheating. If the motor shuts off, follow these instructions: Turn off the power switch for up to 45 minutes to reset.
CONTROL PANEL 1. On/Off Switch: The On/Off (or Power) Switch is on the right-hand side of the machine base. The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine. BEFORE moving the On/Off Switch to the On (I) position, make sure the Start/Stop Switch is in the Stop ( ) position and the Variable Speed Dial is to the far left, pointed at number 1.
ABOUT THE BLADES 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.
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.
HOW TO USE THE TAMPER 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. Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes.
HINTS FOR SETTING SPEEDS Hints for Setting Speeds To minimize splatter, always begin the blending process with the Variable Speed Dial set to 1 and slowly increase the speed to the desired setting. Use the highest setting called out in the recipe for as much of the processing time as possible to make whole-food juices, soups, shakes, frozen mixtures, purées, nut butters and for grinding grains.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wet Blade Container Designed for processing liquids including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soups, purées, batters and for wet chopping. 1. Make sure that the Variable Speed dial is set to 1. 2. Load the container before placing it on the motor base. Put liquids and soft foods in the container first, solid items and ice last.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dry Blade Container If purchased, your dry blade container should only be used for hard, dry materials such as grain and for kneading dough. 1. Make sure that the Variable Speed Dial is set to 1. 2. Securely fasten the 2-Part lid. Always use the complete 2-Part lid when blending (unless the tamper is inserted through the lid plug opening).
CARE AND CLEANING Container To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps below: Normal Cleaning: 1. Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple of drops of washing-up liquid to the container. Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into the locked position. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING 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 odour.
WHO CAN SEEK WARRANTY COVERAGE. This Guarantee is extended by Vitamix to the owner of this machine for personal household use only. This Guarantee does not apply to products used for commercial, rental or resale purposes. Should ownership of the machine change during the 7-year period, please update the Machine’s...
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We will then process your claim accordingly. The purchaser is responsible for the costs of special shipping requests. PLEASE NOTE: it is essential that the Machine be received by Vitamix no later than the last day of the Guarantee period. Late claims will not be considered.
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Additional written copies of this Guarantee can be obtained by writing to either address listed above. Please include a stamped and self-addressed envelope for each copy of the Guarantee requested. This Guarantee applies to Machines purchased from an authorized retailer of Vitamix within the UK and Ireland.
RECYCLING INFORMATION This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer complies with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
2.2 peak output horsepower motor Electrical: 220/240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1200 W Dimensions: Height: 17.4in/44.2cm Width: 7.7in/19.6cm Depth: 9.4in/23.9cm When applicable: To see the complete line of Vitamix products, ® visit vitamix.com, vitamix.co.uk or vitamix.ie Vita-Mix Corporation ® 8615 Usher Road Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 USA 1.800.848.2649/1.440.235.4840...
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