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Vita-Mix XL Use And Care Manual

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Corporation
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Use and Care Manual
Read and Save These Instructions
XL
TM
V RI BLE SPEED
L RGE C P CITY BLENDER
Model: VM0141

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  • Page 1 Vita-Mix Corporation ® Use and Care Manual Read and Save These Instructions V RI BLE SPEED L RGE C P CITY BLENDER Model: VM0141...

  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    Vita-Mix machine. A rubber spatula may be used, but only when the Vita-Mix machine is not running. The Vita-Mix accelerator tool may be used with the two-piece lid in place while the motor is running.
  • Page 3 16. When making nut butters or oil based foods, do not process for more than one minute after mixture starts circulating. Overprocessing can cause dangerous overheating as well as damage the container. 17. Always operate the Vita-Mix machine with a lid in place. When processing hot liquids: WARNING: •...

  • Page 4: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL Start/Stop Switch Pulse Switch Variable Speed Dial VARIABLE SPEED LARGE CAPACITY BLENDER – Variable Speed Located on the side of the machine, the ON/OFF ON/OFF Switch. switch controls the power to the machine. While plugged in, switch to ON to ready the machine for blending. Shut OFF the power switch at night or whenever the machine will be left unattended.

  • Page 5: Blending Tips

    BLENDING TIPS 1. If your ingredients freeze up, try reducing the amount of ice. Compared to other blenders, you do not need as much ice to make an equally frozen drink in an XL Blender. 2. Place liquids and soft foods in your container first. Hard items and ice should be placed last.

  • Page 6: Lid Assembly

    Blenders are optimized for use with the Vita-Mix 1.5 gal. / 5.7 L & Advance 64 oz. / 2.0 L containers. Use of other Vita-Mix standard containers (64 oz. / 2.0 L, 48 oz. / 1.5 L, or compact 32 oz. / 0.9 L) are not compatible.
  • Page 7 Two-Piece Lid To secure lid plug, rotate it so one tab locks between the notches on top of rubber lid 1.5 gal. / 5.7 L Extra Large Container The two-piece lid is easy to clean, easy to put on, take off and seal. Lift lid tabs to remove lid •...

  • Page 8: General Instructions

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS! • When the machine is not in use, unplug the machine from the outlet. • If you detect a change in the sound of the machine or if a hard or foreign object comes into contact with the blades, do not serve the contents. Inspect your blade assembly for loose, nicked or missing parts.

  • Page 9: Maintenance Tips

    7. Set the ON/OFF switch to ON. 8. When blending hard to blend mixtures such as dips and spreads, or mixtures using frozen ingredients, use the accelerator tool (see page 11) to help ingredients flow into the blades. Continuously moving the tool around in a circular motion during blending will help eliminate air pockets and encourage an even blend.

  • Page 10: Blade Assembly

    At times, it may be necessary to give your blades additional cleaning. An easy-to-use blade assembly removal wrench (Item #15596) may be purchased through your Vita-Mix Distributor. Turn the container upside down and grip firmly. Insert retainer RETAINER NUT WRENCH nut wrench in groove of retainer nut and rotate counterclockwise to loosen.

  • Page 11: Accelerator Tool

    ACCELERATOR TOOL WARNINGS! When processing hot liquids or mixtures: • The two-part latching lid must be securely locked in place. DO NOT use the one piece lid or a non- latching lid. This allows steam to escape naturally and will prevent the lid from coming off when the machine is turned on.

  • Page 12: Caring For Your Machine

    CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE Care Note To ensure that you get the longest possible life from your Vita-Mix ® machine, we recommend the following products, when used as directed by the supplier: ......
  • Page 13 * Be sure to wring excess water out of cloth or sponge when cleaning around the controls or any electrical part. ** To prolong container life, Vita-Mix recommends using soaps with a low Ph balance, such as a liquid dishwashing detergent (Ivory Liquid ®...

  • Page 14: Parts List

    Distributor for item numbers. • Other than the drive socket, blade assembly and retainer nut, this machine is only serviceable and repairable by an authorized Vita-Mix service provider. Do not attempt to service or repair your machine on your own.
  • Page 15 Items Sold Separately: #755 #15900 #XXXXX #15899 #15596 Retainer Nut Wrench #15896 #XXXXX #15897 #15901 #15902 #15895 #755 #15892 #XXXXX #760 #15894 #15893 #XXXXX #15941 #15942...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 1. Problem: Solution #1: Check blade assembly for loose, damaged or • Increased vibration nicked components and replace. • Leaking from bottom of container Solution #2: • Increased container noise Tighten retainer nut with retainer nut wrench moving clockwise until it is snug. See page 10. 2.
  • Page 17 If outside the United States and Canada, Vita-Mix Technical Support, 800-886-5235. contact your local Vita-Mix Distributor or telephone the Vita-Mix International Division at +1.440.782.2450 or email international@vitamix.com for a distributor in your country. IMPORTANT NOTES! • The automatic overload protection shuts the motor off when the resettable circuit breaker pops out.

  • Page 18: Motor Base

    • if the motor base fails after thirty (30) days but within one year from the date of purchase, due to a defect in materials or workmanship, Vita-Mix will assume the cost of all parts and labor necessary to repair the motor base.
  • Page 19 Vita-Mix International Division at +1.440.782.2450 or email international@vitamix.com for a distributor in your country. Any item sent to Vita-Mix pursuant to the terms hereof must be sent in original or sufficient packaging. Customer is responsible for in-bound freight costs for warranty service. Do not return or send in products without the approval from Vita-Mix.

  • Page 20: Power Requirements

    8615 Usher Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44138-2103 USA ©2008 Vita-Mix Corporation. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means or stored in a database or retrieval system without the written permission of the Vita-Mix Corporation. Printed in U.S.A.

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