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• Process on the High ( ) setting 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. Processing times will
generally be less than one minute (most take less than 30 seconds).
• TIP: blending too long at too low a speed setting will overheat the
machine and cause the Automatic Overload Protection to turn the
machine off. Blending on High ( ) uses the motor’s cooling fan to avoid
overheating.
• When on the High ( ), if the food does not circulate, carefully remove the lid plug
while making sure the lid stays firmly in place. Release the mixture by inserting the
tamper through the lid plug opening. If circulation problems continue, reduce the
machine speed. A lower speed may allow food to circulate when a higher speed
does not. Add liquid if necessary. DO NOT overfill. Once the food is circulating
freely, increase the speed back to High ( ) and continue processing.
• When making nut butters use tamper to shorten processing time. When
blending oil-based foods, do not process for more than one minute after
the mixture starts to circulate in the container. Processing for longer periods
can cause damage to the container and motor overheating.
• Due to the machine’s speed, processing times are much quicker than standard
appliances.
•
Automatic Overload Protection
: your Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself
from overheating. If the motor shuts off, press the On/Off switch to Off. Turn the
power switch on after 5 minutes to check if blender is reset and ready to operate.
The blender might require up to 45 minutes to reset.
1.
Make sure that the Variable Speed Dial is set to 1.
2.
Load the container before placing it on the motor base. Place liquids and soft
foods in the container first, solid items and ice last.
3.
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). When
blending hot ingredients, make sure the lid is securely latched.
4.
With the motor off, set the wet blade container on the motor base by
aligning it over the centring pad. Do not attempt to put a container on
an operating motor base or to operate a motor base without a container
properly in place.
5.
Start with the High/Variable Switch in the Variable (
) position. Always
start your machine on variable speed 1. Activate the machine by turning
the On/Off Switch to On. Press the Start/Stop switch. Slowly increase to
the desired speed. Your container will shift and get into an aligned position.
6. Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and
making hot soups and sauces.
7.
After turning the machine off, wait until the blades completely stop before
removing the lid or container from the motor base.
WARNING
Do NOT expose the container to temperatures
over 210°F (99°C). Do NOT expose the container
to hot liquids or ingredients over 210°F (99°C).
Do not leave blender unattended when in use.
Use caution. Escaping steam or splashes may
scald. Never start on the highest speed when
blending hot ingredients.
The lid plug should be removed only when adding
ingredients and when using the tamper.
Always start the blender with the variable
speed dial set to 1 and the High/Low switch
in the low position. Never start on speeds
above 1 or with the High/Low Switch in the
high position when blending hot liquids to
avoid possible burns.
Normal Cleaning:
1.
Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple drops of liquid
dish washing detergent to the container. Snap or push the complete 2-Part
lid into locked position.
2.
Select variable speed 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to
variable speed 10, then to High. Run the machine on High speed for 30 to
60 seconds.
3.
Turn the machine off. Rinse and drain the container.
To sanitise:
1.
Complete the Normal Cleaning instructions above.
2.
Fill the container half full with water and 1-1/2 teaspoons of liquid bleach.
Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into locked position.
3.
Select variable speed 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to
variable speed 10, then to High. Run the machine on High speed for 30 to
60 seconds.
4.
Turn off the machine, and allow mixture to stand in the container for an
additional 1-1/2 minutes.
5.
Pour bleach mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse after
sanitising.
Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
Separate the lid and lid plug. Wash the parts in warm soapy water. Rinse clean
under running water and dry. Reassemble before use.
Motor Base:
1.
Unplug the power cord.
2.
Wash the outside surface with a damp soft cloth or sponge, which has been
rinsed in a mild solution of liquid detergent and warm water. Do not place
the motor base in water.
3.
The centring pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.
4.
Thoroughly clean the switches so they work freely. They may become sticky
from use. Moisten a cotton swab with a household degreaser or cleaner and
clean the grooves around the switches. Immediately dry all surfaces.
5.
Polish with a soft cloth.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning
machine.
Failure to follow instructions can cause
death or electrical shock.
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Best Blend Quality and Machine Performance - Ingredient Temperature:
Freezer temperature: 0º F (-17.7º C)
Note: blending ingredients at a temperature less than 0º F
(-17.7º C) is not recommended.
