Page 2 - C O N T E N T S
2 C O N T E N T S Contents .................................................................................................................................... 2 Let’s get started ...................................................................................................................... 3...
Page 3 - L E T ’ S G E T S TA R T E D
3 Congratulations! You are about to see how quick, easy and delicious healthy eating can be! 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 the power switch is set t...
Page 4 - S E R V I C E A N D R E G I S T R AT I O N; Vitamix Service; Product Registration
4 S E R V I C E A N D R E G I S T R AT I O N 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 Purchased From Before return...
Page 5 - Electrical Shock Hazard.; DO NOT; Failure to follow instructions can cause death or; WARNING; I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
5 1. Read all instructions, safeguards and warnings before operating the blender. 2. This blender is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and is not intended to be used to prepare food for commercial sale or for any other commercial use. 3. This blender is intended to be used in household applications in...
Page 7 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Electrical Shock Hazard, Risk of Fire or Injury.
7 I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R S A F E U S E 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Elec...
Page 8 - PA R T S A N D F E AT U R E S
8 PA R T S A N D F E AT U R E S On/Off Switch: Always start the machine with the High/Variable switch in the Variable ( ) position and the Variable-Speed Dial pointed to 1. Lift the On/Off Switch to the On position (|) to begin blending. Press the switch to the Off position (O) to stop blending. Hig...
Page 9 - To Lock the Lid in Place:; To Remove the Lid Plug:
9 PA R T S A N D F E AT U R E S Container: Millilitres, ounces and cups are clearly marked. CAUTION: Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes. 2-Part Lid: The 2-part Lid is easy to put on and take off, and easy to clean. Always use the lid and the ...
Page 10 - C O N T R O L PA N E L
10 C O N T R O L PA N E L 1. On/Off Switch: Push up to turn On ( | ). Push down to turn Off ( O ). 2. High/Variable Switch: High ( ) is the fastest speed available. Switch to Variable ( ) to activate the variable speeds. Always make sure that the High/Variable Switch is set to Variable ( ) before li...
Page 11 - Moving Parts; A B O U T T H E B L A D E S; CAUTION
11 WARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. DO NOT reach into the container while the machine is running. Wet-Blade Container: Designed for processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soup, purées, batter, and for wet chopping. The wet blades can also process grain and knea...
Page 12 - Rotating Blades Can Cause Damage.; How to Determine the Tamper to be Used with Your; TA M P E R
12 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 to be Used with Your Container Each type of tamper is designed to be used safely ...
Page 14 - H O W TO U S E T H E TA M P E R
14 WARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. • DO NOT put hands, spatulas etc. into 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. Use the tamper that was s...
Page 15 - H I N T S F O R S E T T I N G S P E E D S; Do not begin processing on; To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start
15 H I N T S F O R S E T T I N G S P E E D S Always start the machine with the left switch down in the Variable ( ) position and with the centre Variable-Speed Dial on 1. Slowly turn the Variable-Speed Dial to the desired speed depending on the recipe used. If a recipe calls for processing on High (...
Page 16 - making hot soup and sauces.; O P E R AT I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
16 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. Place liquids and soft foods in the contain...
Page 18 - C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G; Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
18 C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G Container: To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps below. This will clean the unit and break in the motor. Normal Cleaning: Always start the machine with the left switch down in the Variable ( ) position and with the centre Variable-Speed Dial o...
Page 19 - Recycling Information; Used appliances may not be disposed of in the dustbin!; every user is obliged by law; Motor Base
19 C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G Recycling Information This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer and 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 dis...
Page 20 - Tips to prevent “overloading”; Reset Button; T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G
20 Your Vitamix motor is designed to be protected from overheating and overcurrent conditions during use. Both features will shut off the motor. The motor will possibly emit a slight odour. Follow the procedures below to reset the motor for either situation. If you continue to experience problems af...
Page 21 - WA R R A N T Y; Full 7-Year Machine Warranty
21 WA R R A N T Y Full 7-Year Machine Warranty 1. Product Registration Vita-Mix Corporation (“Vitamix”) strongly encourages you to register your purchase. You can register by e-mailing our customer services department at [email protected] or calling 0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland). Failu...
Page 24 - S P E C I F I C AT I O N S; Vitamix
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