Retainer Nut Removal
• The retainer nut is easily removed using the Retainer Nut
Wrench. To order a Retainer Nut Wrench please call your
Vita-Mix distributor and ask for Item #15596.
• To remove, turn the container upside. Using the Retainer
Nut Wrench turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen
the nut. Once loosened, remove by hand.
• To replace, position retainer nut on top of blade assembly
and hand tighten. Then, using the Retainer Nut Wrench,
tighten clockwise until it stops. If it is not tight enough,
you will notice increased container noise.
Blade Agitator Assembly
. Use caution when
handling the blade; it is sharp. When inserting the blade
assembly through the container bottom, grip the blades with a
soft cloth, align the flat sides of the blade assembly with the flat
sides of the container. Place the retainer nut back on the insert-
ed blade assembly and tighten clockwise. Do not force. Do not
attempt to disassemble blade assembly.
Drive Spline.
Mates with drive socket on the motor base to
turn the blade. Note: Removing and replacing your container
while the coupling is still rotating will strip the drive spline
“teeth”. (This part is NOT removable.)
Retainer Nut.
Must be snug. Use the available retainer nut
wrench for best results. (Refer to the diagram below to remove
or replace.)
Never use a blade assembly with loose, damaged or knicked components.
Retainer Nut Wrench
B
lade Agitator Assembly
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