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	Warning and Caution		Parts will become hot with extended use. DO NOT touch the drive socket in the blender base or the drive spline on the self-detect base.
	NEVER touch moving parts. Keep hands and utensils out of the work bowl		On/Off
	High temperature when blending hot liquids		Start/Stop
	Unplug while not in use, before cleaning, changing accessories or touching parts that move while the blender is in use		Pulse
	Operate with the snap-on lid and food pushers in place		Read and understand owner’s manual

Vitamix power + precision processing

• The Vitamix 12 Cup Food Processor was designed to be used with our Self-detect® line of blenders. These blenders include the Ascent® and Venturist® models.
• You will find a description of each control panel and it’s features below. The food processor will not work on a blender base without the Self-detect feature.
• Go online for techniques training and recipe inspiration at vitamix.com. Our team will educate you on how to chop, slice, shred and so much more.
• The Vitamix 12 Cup Food Processor pairs nicely with our blending containers, cups and bowls. It allows you to use your blender as a complete kitchen system.
• Our recipes and techniques are written so that the Food Processor can be used on each of these motor bases.
• Contact Vitamix Customer Service with questions at 1-800-848-2649.

Blender control panels

! UNPACKING AND HANDLING

1. The multi-use blade and discs are sharp. Unpack, handle and store with care.
2.  The multi-use blade and discs should be kept out of reach of children.
3.  Remove and discard packaging materials before using the food processor for the first time.
4.  To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and discard packaging and bags that either contain or protect the product during shipment.

Important Safeguards

WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious injury when using your Vitamix® blender and accessories, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS,  SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATION.

1. Carefully read all instructions before operating the food processor for the first time. Save the instructions for future reference.
2.  Not intended for use by or near children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children or incapacitated persons. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the food processor.
3. DO NOT IMMERSE. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender base in water  or other liquid.
4. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Blades are sharp. Handle and clean the multi-use blade and discs with extreme care to avoid injury.
7. Never try to override or modify the interlock mechanism.
8.  Be certain the cover is securely locked in place before operating the appliance.
9. Never attempt to remove the snap-on lid while the appliance is operating. Always stop the machine before the snap-on lid is removed.
10.  Never attempt to operate with damaged blades, food processor parts or discs. Contact Vitamix Customer Service at 1-800-848-2649 for instructions.
11.  Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer at their customer service telephone number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment. Contact VItamix Customer Service at 1-800-848-2649 for instructions.
12.  Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
13.  Illuminated icons and numbers on the blender control panel indicate the motor base is ready to operate.
14.  The use of accessories not expressly authorized or sold by Vitamix, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. Use in this way will void your warranty.
15.  Do not place the blender, containers, cups or food processor on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in or on a heated oven.
16.  Keep hands and utensils out of work bowl and feed tube to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food processor.
17.  Make sure the disc or multi-use blade has completely stopped rotated before separating the snap-on lid from the work bowl.
18. A rubber scraper or spatula may be used, but only when the food processor has been removed from the blender base and the snap-on lid has been removed.
19. The snap-on lid must remain in place when using the food chute and food pushers through the snap-on lid opening. Never push food down by hand when slicing or shredding.
20. Always use the food pushers that were provided with your food processor. Do not use a tamper that was supplied with your blender.
21.  To reduce the risk of injury, never place the multi-use blade or slicing/shredding disc on the motor base unless properly installed into the food processor.
22.  Do not leave foreign objects, such as spoons, forks, knives or food pushers in the work bowl as this will damage the multi-use blade or discs and other components when starting the motor base and may cause injury.
23.  Do not process frozen meat or meat with bones with the chopping blade.
24.  Do not process frozen fruit or vegetables or hard fruit or vegetables with the chopping blade.
25.  Do not attempt to process the fruit or vegetables, larger than a palm of a human hand with the chopping blade.
26.  If the machine shuts off prematurely, wobbles or rocks during processing, reduce the load in the machine.  Always follow the recipe guidelines that were provided in the techniques book or on vitamix.com. 
27. Care should be taken when removing food from the food processor bowl. Ensure that the motor and blade or disc has completely stopped before disassembling and attempting to remove food out of the work bowl.
28. The multi-use blade or disc must be carefully removed before attempting to remove or pour ingredients out of the food processor bowl. Use the finger holes in the discs to ensure safe handling.
29.  When processing liquids or ingredients, use caution; spray or escaping steam may cause burns if using hot ingredients.
30.  Do not use ingredients above 212 deg F (100 deg C).
31.  Do not fill the work bowl over the maximum capacity. Max fill capacities are marked on the work bowl (12 cups dry ingredients; 9 cups wet ingredients).
32. Keep hands and other exposed skin away from openings to prevent possible burns.
33. Do not use outdoors.
34.  Do not move appliances while in operation.
35.  Do not place any part of the food processor or blender in the microwave oven.
36. Do not use harsh abrasive, caustic cleaners or oven cleaners when cleaning the food processor parts or your blender base.
37. Follow care instructions in the blender owner’s manual to caring for the motor base. Follow care instructions in this manual to caring for the food processor.
38. DO NOT use the Food Processor Attachment with the perfect blend App.

FOOD PROCESSOR OVERVIEW

A – Small food pusher
Use to process smaller ingredients.
Dishwasher safe.
B – Large food pusher
Use to push ingredients into the slicing/shredding disc.
Dishwasher safe.
C – Snap-on Lid
Dishwasher safe.
D – Work bowl
9 cup liquid, 12 cups dry capacity.
Dishwasher safe.
E – Multi-use (chopping) blade (shown in place in work bowl and below; removable)
SHARP, use care when handling! Pick up the multiuse blade by the plastic neck to avoid injury.

Use to chop,  mix, whip, and blend ingredients. The process from coarsely chopped to minced. Can be used to puree, make nut butter, and mix doughs.

Dishwasher safe. 
F- Self-detect base
Wipe down only.
Not dishwasher safe. 
G – Blender motor base (sold separately).
Wipe down only.
Not dishwasher safe.
H – Slicing/Shredding Discs (removable)
WARNING: BLADES ARE SHARP!
Use care when handling! Pick up the discs using the finger holes to avoid injury.
Choose between small shred/thin slice or large shred/thick slice to process ingredients.
DIscs are reversible for the task you prefer.
Use one side to slice, the other to shreds.
Dishwasher safe.
Not Shown –
Disc Storage (see page 10 for a description )

PROCESSING

WARNING To Avoid Injury. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS. Keep hands and utensils out of the work bowl during processing. When slicing and shredding, use the food pusher to push ingredients into the slicing/shredding disc or down into the bowl to be processed by the multi-use blade. Never insert your fingers, kitchen tools, tamper or spatula o the feed tube. The blades will continue to spin until they come to a complete stop at the end of the processing cycle. Allow the multi-use blade or slicing/shredding disc to come to a complete stop before attempting to remove the snap-on lid. If the work bowl becomes unstable during operation, turn the machine OFF and wait until the motor comes to a complete stop before attempting to remove the food processor from the motor base. This will include allowing the multi-use blade or slicing/shredding disc to stop spinning. Use care when processing cheese.  The cheese you choose to process should be easily cut with a knife. If the cheese is too hard, it will possibly damage the blade or disc.

WARNING To Avoid Possible Burns, use care if processing with hot liquids. Escaping steam, splashes or contents may burn.   DO NOT continuously use your machine for more than 3 minutes. Parts will become hot with extended use. DO NOT touch the drive socket in the blender base or the bottom surfaces of the self-detect base. To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT put the work bowl  (including the base, snap-on lid, and food pushers) in the microwave.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DO NOT fill the work bowl above the MAX LIQUID line.
• Always add dry or thick ingredients to the work bowl before adding liquid.
• To avoid over-processing, visually monitor the progress of what you are processing.
•  Add liquid to puree recipes after processing.
• Stir nut butters if the oil has separated.
• Remove the small food pusher to add liquid to mixtures.
•  When processing dry ingredients, you can process many different types if desired.
•  DO NOT exceed the MAX FILL line if all ingredients are dry.
•  DO NOT exceed the MAX LIQUID fill line if the mixture contains liquid.
• When processing dry and liquid ingredients, put liquid into the bowl before dry ingredients to ensure consistent processing.
• Before slicing and shredding ingredients, trim the food to fit the opening in the lid or the large food pusher opening (when a small food pusher is removed).
•  Partially chill soft ingredients to just firm prior to slicing or shredding.
• DO NOT process frozen meat or meat with bones with the chopping blade.
• DO NOT process frozen fruit or vegetables with the chopping blade.
•  DO NOT process fruits or vegetables with the chopping blade..
•  If the machine shuts off prematurely, wobbles or rocks during processing, reduce the load in the machine.
•  Do not attempt to process the fruit of vegetables, larger than a palm of a human hand with the chopping blade.
•  If the machine shuts off prematurely, wobbles or rocks during processing, reduce the load in the machine.
  Always follow the recipe guidelines that were provided in the techniques book or on vitamix.com.
•  Store blades and discs as you would sharp knives, away from children.

1.  Put the work bowl (1) onto the self-detect base (2).
   Note: You will hear an audible click when the work bowl is it is locked into position.
2. Choose your type of processing:
   To Chop:
   • Pick up the multi-use blade by the hub to avoid direct contact with the blades. Lower the multi-use blade in place over the center shaft in the bowl. To Slice or Shred:
   •Pick the slicing/shredding disc up by the finger holes to avoid direct contact with the slicing blade. Lower the center disc hub onto the drive shaft. The hub will sit down over the drive gear.
3. Secure the snap-on lid to the work bowl.
   Note: You will hear two audible “clicks”.
   NOTE: Make sure both tabs on the snap-on lid are snapped onto the work bowl, just like the lid on your blending container.
4. Insert the pin on the large food pusher into the opening in the snap-on lid. Push the large food pusher all the way down into the opening until it stops.
5. Insert the small food pusher into the food chute opening in the large food pusher.
   NOTE: The food processor will not operate until the lid and large food pusher are properly secured in place.
6. Place the food processor onto the blender base.
   
7.  Wash and prep ingredients. Prep could be cutting off stems, cutting ingredients to a smaller size or other activities. (Refer to the recipe or technique you are following for guidance).
8. Process: Ascent Series A2300 and A2500 blenders must be within the 1-10 variable speed range to work with this attachment. The blender base will not turn on if the knob is set to Standby or a Program setting.  The blade or disc will turn at a continuous speed. No speed adjustment on the blender base is necessary.
   • To Chop:
   Note: You can pre-load the ingredients in the work bowl to chop. Follow the steps below to chop ingredients using the large food pusher opening.
   a. Remove the small food pusher.
   b. Press Start/Stop on the blender base. The multi-use blade should start to spin.
   c. Feed ingredients through the open area in the snap-on lid.
   • To Slice or shred:
   a. Pick the size of the pusher that makes sense for the size of the food your are processing.
   b. If you are processing larger pieces, remove the large food pusher. It’s ok to leave the small food pusher in place. It should remain inside of the large pusher when it is removed from the snap-on lid.
   c. Put the ingredient through the opening in the snap-on lid.
   d. Put the large plunger on top of the ingredient.
   e. Press Start/Stop on the blender base.
   f. Apply slight pressure on the ingredient so it feeds down against the slicing/shredding disc.
   g. When processing is complete, press Start/Stop.
9. Wait until the multi-use blade comes to a complete stop and remove the snap-on lid.
10. If you were using the slicing/shredding disc, carefully remove it and set to the side.
    
11.  At this time, you can separate the work bowl from the self-detect base by pressing down on the work bowl “release” tab.
12.  If you were using the multi-use blade, carefully remove it from the work bowl.
13.  Remove or pour ingredients out of the work bowl.

CLEANING

Make sure to clean the food processor and it’s parts before first use.
Note: If your food processor is damaged, please do not use. Contact Vitamix Customer Service IMMEDIATELY.
To Clean:
IMPORTANT! All parts except the self-detect base are dishwasher-safe.
To clean the self-detect base, wipe the base with a cloth moistened with warm, soapy water. Wipe with a clean towel to remove soap residue, Wipe dry with a clean towel.
If preferred, wash all food processor parts in warm soapy water. Rinse clean under running water, then dry.
If you have a blender that includes the cleaning program:
Fill the work bowl halfway with warm water. Add a few drops of dish soap. Return the food processor attachment to the blender base. Run the cleaning program. The program will stop automatically when complete.

Blender Base
Refer to your blender owner’s manual for care instructions for the motor base.

STORAGE

Storage
Use the storage case to neatly and securely package and store the discs.

1.  Put the multi-purpose blade into the bowl.
2. Put the food pushers in place in the snap-on lid..
3. Insert the multi-use blade into the work bowl.
4. Turn the snap-on lid upside down.
5.  Lower the snap-on lid down onto the work bowl so that the small food pusher fits over the column in the center of the bowl.
6. Snap the storage case onto the bottom of the snap-on lid
7. Put the two slicing/shredding discs into the storage case.
8.  Put the cover on the storage case.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• Food is unevenly chopped:
• Either you are trying to process too much food at one time, or you are running the machine continuously instead of pulsing on and off.
• Liquid leaks out between bowl and cover when the machine is running: You added too much liquid. Never use more than 9 cups of thin or thick liquid.
• Slices are uneven or slanted. Pack feed tube more carefully. Maintain even pressure on the pusher.
•  Carrots or similar food falls over in feed tube: Cut food into enough short pieces of equal height to fill the feed tube. To slice one or two pieces, use a small feed tube. Cut carrots in half and insert one piece point down and the other stem down.
• Sliced or shredded food piles up on one side of the work bowl: This is normal. Remove disc occasionally and even out processed food. When food gets close to the bottom of the disc, empty the work bowl.
• A few pieces of food remain on top of slicing or shredding disc: This is normal. In most cases, you can shred more of the food by moving the large pusher up and down, allowing the piece to be shredded, or by repositioning the piece in the feed tube to try again.
• Soft cheese, like mozzarella, spreads out and collects on top of shredding disc: The cheese was not cold enough, or the pressure on the pusher was too great. To shred soft cheese, apply even pressure on the
  food pusher to press it into the disc.

WARRANTY

3-YEAR FULL WARRANTY

1. WHAT IS COVERED.
   Vita-Mix Corporation (“Vitamix”) warrants that a Food Processor Attachment (the “Food Processor”), snap-on lid, self-detect base, storage case, food plungers, slicing/shredding discs and multi-use chopping blade that is purchased separately from a blender motor-base will be free from defects in material or workmanship and will withstand wear and tear from ordinary household use for 3 years from the date of purchase.
   Vitamix will, within 30 days of receipt of the returned product, repair the failed Food Processor free of charge. If, in Vitamix’s sole discretion, the failed Food Processor or component cannot be repaired, Vitamix will elect to either (A) replace the Food Processor or Component free of charge or (B) refund the full purchase price to the owner, unless Vitamix receives prior written notice of the owner’s preference.
2. WHAT IS NOT COVERED.
   This Warranty applies only to owners for ordinary household use. This Warranty does not cover cosmetic changes that do not affect performance, such as discoloration or the effects of the use of abrasives or cleaners or food build-up. This Warranty is only valid if the Food Processor is used in accordance with the instructions, warnings, and safeguards contained in the owner’s manual.
   Grinding certain herbs and spices in the work bowl will result in cosmetic marring and may cause the blades and/or discs to wear prematurely. Traces of sand, coarse gritty, and abrasive herbs will also cause the blades to wear prematurely. Herbs may contain volatile oils, cause the work bowl to retain the oils, and cause permanent discoloration. Your work bowl, discs, and multi-use blade are not covered under the Vitamix warranty under these circumstances.
   Vitamix will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs.
   REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES OF THE PURCHASER AND THE SOLE LIABILITY OF VITAMIX UNDER THIS WARRANTY. NO EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OR ANY MODIFICATION TO THIS WARRANTY THAT MAY BE BINDING UPON VITAMIX. ACCORDINGLY, PURCHASER SHOULD NOT RELY UPON ANY ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS MADE BY ANY EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, INDEMNITY, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL VITAMIX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFIT OR REVENUE.
   Some states do not allow limits on warranties. In such states, the above limitations may not apply to you. Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, other warranties may apply.
3. WHAT VOIDS THIS WARRANTY.
   Abuse, misuse, negligent use, alteration of the Food Processor, exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions, or failure to follow the operating instructions, will void this Warranty.
   The Warranty is also void if repairs to the Food Processor or any portion of the blade assembly are performed by someone other than Vitamix or an authorized Vitamix Service Provider or if any part subject to this Warranty is used in combination with a motor base or container that is not expressly authorized by Vitamix.
4.  HOW TO OBTAIN RETURN AUTHORIZATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
   In the event the Food Processor needs service or repair, please call Vitamix Customer Service at 1-800-848-2649. You will be asked to provide a date of purchase and proof of purchase for any product that has not been registered with Vitamix. For products subject to this Warranty you will be provided with a return authorization number, up-to-date shipping instructions and a pre-paid return pick-up label. Vitamix will pay standard shipping costs on the return of a Food Processor for warranty service and repair and for return shipment of the product to you after the warranty repair or replacement. Purchaser is responsible for the costs of special shipping requests.
   Within the U.S.A. and Canada, this Warranty is honored directly through the Vita-Mix® Corporation.

You will be deemed to have accepted the returned product “as is” upon delivery unless you notify Vitamix of any problem, including shipment damage, within 48 hours of delivery.

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Vitamix Total Nutrition Center Owner's Manual

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LET’S GET STARTED

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 to OFF and that the machine is plugged into an earthed electrical outlet. Then, follow the cleaning instructions on page 18 to prepare your machine for use. Always clean your machine before you first use it.

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_________________________________
Purchased From________________________________

Before returning this product for any reason, including repair, first contact Vitamix Customer Services on +1 440 235 4840 or e-mail [email protected] Tel. UK: 0808 156 6633, Tel. Ireland: 0766 709854 or contact your local dealer.

Product Registration
If you purchased your Vitamix® machine directly from the Vita-Mix® Corporation via the company’s website or call center by phone, your product was registered at the time of purchase and your Vitamix machine’s warranty has been activated.

If you purchased your Vitamix machine from an International Distributor or Dealer in countries other than the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or Ireland, your product is warranted through the International Distributor or Dealer and need not be registered with the Vita-Mix Corporation.

Your machine is not yet registered with Vitamix if you:

1. Purchased from a Dealer in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom or Ireland
2. Purchased from a military base
3. Purchased from a retail or wholesale outlet
4. Received your Vitamix machine as a gift
5. Are not the original owner of the machine

Enjoy faster and easier service in the future by taking a few minutes to register your Vitamix machine today.

Choose one of these easy ways to register your machine:

1. Online at vitamix.com/warranty
2. E-mail [email protected]
3. Call +1 800 848 2649 or +1 440 235 4840, press option 2

Your warranty may be honored by Vita-Mix® Corporation or an authorized dealer. Failure to register your machine will not diminish your warranty rights.

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.

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 addition to use in farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast establishments and other residential-type environments.
4. This blender is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
5. This blender is not intended for use by children, and close supervision is necessary when used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the blender.
   WARNING
   Electrical Shock Hazard.
   Use an earthed outlet only.
   DO NOT remove the earth.
   DO NOT use an adaptor.
   DO NOT use an extension cable. Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock.
6. Operate only when the blender is on a flat and stable surface, free from standing water. Do not let the container, motor base or power cable touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a table or counter.
7. Do not fill the container beyond its stated capacity. The maximum capacity is marked on the container.
8. Always begin blending with lid and lid plug firmly in place. Do not operate the blender with the lid removed. The lid plug should be removed only when adding ingredients and when using the tamper.
9. The tamper fitting your container can only be used when the lid is firmly locked in place. Use the lid and the tamper that fit your container. Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes. If a tamper came with your container, it is the correct tamper for use with the container.
10. Always start the blender with the Variable-Speed dial set to 1 and the High/ Low switch in the Low position. To avoid possible burns, never start on speeds above 1 or with the High/Low Switch in the High position when blending hot liquids. Always blend hot liquids with the lid and lid plug firmly in place. Keep hands and other exposed skin away from the lid plug when blending hot contents.
11. Never touch moving parts. Switch off the appliance and wait until the blades stop moving before removing the container from the motor base and opening the container.
12. Switch off the appliance and unplug before changing accessories or approaching parts that move during use.
13. Do not leave or store foreign objects, such as spoons, forks, knives or the lid plug, in the container. Starting the blender with a foreign object in the container will damage the blender and may cause injury.
    WARNING
    Electrical Shock Hazard.
    Always unplug before cleaning the motor base or when not in use. Do not put the motor base in water or other liquid.
    Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock.
14. Do not operate the blender with a damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, their service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
15. Blades are sharp. To avoid injury, use extreme care when emptying the bowl and during cleaning.
16. Keep hands and utensils out of the container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A rubber scraper or spatula may be used, but only when the container is removed from the motor base and the blades are not moving.
17. 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.
18. Do not use outdoors.
19. When making nut butter or oil-based food, 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 overheating of the motor.

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard, Risk of Fire or Injury.
Do not alter or modify any part of the motor base or container. Do not use attachments not expressly authorized or sold by Vitamix.
Failure to follow instructions can cause electrical shock, fire or injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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.
High/Variable Switch: Variable allows use of the Variable-Speed Dial. High (Δ) is the fastest speed available.
Variable-Speed Dial: The Variable-Speed Dial selects blade rotation speeds from 1 to 10 (low to high).

Container: Milliliters, 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 lid plug during blending. Snap the lid onto the container and leave in place for a few minutes. Once the lid has been left on the container, it will be much easier to lock or remove.

Lid Plug: Insert through the lid and secure by turning clockwise. Remove the lid plug to use the tamper or to add ingredients.

Tamper: The tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and/or frozen mixtures that cannot be processed in a standard blender. Using the tamper maintains circulation by preventing air pockets from forming during blending.

WARNING
Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury.
DO NOT reach into the container while the machine is running.

To Lock the Lid in Place: Position the lid on the container with the lid flaps midway between the spout and the handle. Push the lid onto the container until it locks into place. The lid must always be secured when processing, especially when blending hot liquids that may scald. Never operate the blender without checking to make sure that the lid is securely locked in place.

To Remove the Lid: Lift up one lid flap while holding the container securely.
To Remove the Lid Plug: Rotate the lid plug anti-clockwise from the “locked” to “unlocked” position and lift out.
Power Cable: Your machine is equipped with a long power cable. Store the unused portion neatly underneath.
Bottom View/Cable Wrap: Plastic cable retainers hold the cable securely. There is no need to unscrew the cable retainers to let out more cable. They are flexible and return to position after the cable is lifted out.
Automatic Overload Protection: Refer to Troubleshooting on page 20.

CONTROL PANEL

1. On/Off Switch: Push up to turn On (|). Push down to turn Off (O).
2. High/Variable Switch: High (Δ ) 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 lifting the On/Off Switch to the On (|) position. Do not start your machine on High (Δ) speed.
3. Variable Speed Dial: Selects many speed settings. It is active only when the High/Variable Switch is set to the Variable position.

ABOUT THE BLADES

The wet-blade container comes as standard with the Vitamix machine. The blade is identified by a “W” for wet. This blade is used for most of your recipes.

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 knead dough, but they are not quite as efficient as the dry blades in this application. See instructions for dry container use.

Dry-Blade Container: These blades are clearly marked “D” and are designed specifically for processing dry materials such as grains, cereal and coffee, and are also used for kneading bread dough. The dry blades CANNOT process liquids efficiently. If you prepare herbs on a regular basis, you may wish to purchase a separate dry-blade container.

CAUTION
Moving Parts May Become Hot with Extended Use.
DO NOT touch.

TAMPER

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 and effectively with a particular container. If a tamper came with your container, it is the correct tamper for the container. If a tamper did not come with your container or you want to determine if a tamper that you already have can be used with your new container, please compare your container with the containers and matching tampers in the illustration below. Before using the tamper during the blending process, verify that it is the correct tamper.

• 2.0 L (64 oz.) Short Containers use Tamper 016041, which is approximately 24.8 cm (9-¾ inches) long.
• 2.0 L (64 oz.) Tall Containers uses Tamper 000760, which is approximately 31.8 cm (12-½ inches) long
• 0.9 L (32 oz.) and 1.4 L (48 oz.) Containers use Tamper 015033 that is approximately 27.9 cm (11 inches) long.

To verify that you are using the correct tamper, place the lid on an empty container, remove the lid plug and insert the tamper. If it is the correct tamper, it should fit easily into the opening, but should not come into contact with the blades no matter where you move the tamper inside the container. 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 on +1 800 848 2649 or +1 440 235 4840, or e-mail: [email protected] to order a new tamper. If purchased outside the United States or Canada, contact your local Vitamix Dealer.

HOW TO USE THE TAMPER

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 supplied with your machine.

IMPORTANT:

• The splash disc (near the top of the tamper) and lid prevent the tamper from hitting the blades when the lid is secured properly in the locked position.
• The container should not be more than two-thirds full when the tamper is used during blending.
• To avoid overheating during blending, DO NOT use the tamper for more than 30 consecutive seconds.
• If the food does not circulate, the machine may have trapped an air bubble. Carefully remove the lid plug, while making sure the lid stays firmly in place. Release the air bubble by inserting the tamper through the lid plug opening.
• Holding the tamper straight down may not help the ingredients circulate. If necessary, point the tamper towards the sides or corners of the container. DO NOT try to force the tamper more deeply into the container.

HINTS FOR SETTING SPEEDS

Always start the machine with the left switch down in the Variable position and with the center 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 (Δ), slowly rotate the Variable-Speed Dial to 10 and then push the High/Variable Switch up into the High (Δ) position. Do not begin processing on Variable 10 or directly on the High (Δ) setting.

Process on the High (Δ) 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). High ( Δ) speed provides the best quality of refinement, breaking down ice, frozen fruit, whole fruits or vegetables, and grains to a smooth lump-free consistency.

TIP: Blending for too long at too low a speed setting will overheat the machine and cause the Automatic Overload Protection to turn off the machine. Use the High (Δ) speed as often as possible to achieve the most uniform consistency. Blending on High (Δ) speed also maximizes the motor’s cooling fan to avoid overheating.

When on the High (Δ), if the food does not circulate, the machine may be overloaded or may have trapped an air bubble. Carefully remove the lid plug, while making sure the lid stays firmly in place. Release the air bubble 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. Once the food is circulating freely, increase the speed back to High (Δ) and continue processing.

CAUTION

To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start on Speeds Above 1 when Processing Hot Liquids.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents may scald. To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid plug securely in place prior to operating the machine. Always start on Variable-Speed 1 and slowly increase to 10.

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. Place liquids and soft foods in the container first, then solid items and, finally, ice. Although not necessary for blending, you may want to cut or break food into smaller pieces for more precise measuring of ingredients.
3. Fasten the 2-part lid securely. Always use the complete 2-part lid when blending (unless the tamper is inserted through the lid plug opening). Make sure that the lid is securely latched, especially when blending hot ingredients.
4. With the motor off, set the wet-blade container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering 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 (|) then slowly increase to the desired speed. Your container will shift and align itself.
6. Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and when making hot soup and sauces.

CAUTION
To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start on Speeds Above 1 when Processing Hot Liquids.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents may scald. To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid plug securely in place prior to operating the machine. Always start on Variable-Speed 1 and slowly increase to 10.
7. Due to the machine’s speed, processing times are much quicker than standard appliances. Until you are accustomed to the machine, count your time carefully to avoid over-processing.
8. After turning the machine off, wait until the blades completely stop before removing the lid or container from the motor base.

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. Fasten the 2-part lid securely. Always use the complete 2-part lid when blending (unless the tamper is inserted through the lid plug opening).
3. With the motor off, set the dry-blade container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering 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.
4. 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 (|) then slowly increase to the desired speed. Your container will shift and align itself.
5. After turning the machine off, wait until the blades completely stop before removing the lid or container from the motor base.
6. Due to the machine’s speed, and the sometimes-short processing times, count your time carefully to avoid over-processing.
7. Grinding dry material for more than two minutes could damage your machine. Regular use may result in cosmetic marring of the container and cause the blades to become dull over time.
8. Grinding some herbs may release oils, causing the container to discolor permanently. Others have strong odors that may linger in the container, affecting the flavor of other foods. The grinding of some herbs and spices may also cause the blade to dull over time, or the container to crack.

CARE AND CLEANING

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 center Variable-Speed Dial on 1.

1. Fill the container half full of warm water and add a few drops of washing-up liquid to the container.
2. Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into locked position.
3. Select Variable-Speed 1. Turn on the machine and slowly increase speed to Variable-Speed 10, then to High.
4. Run the machine on High Speed for 30 to 60 seconds.
5. Turn off the machine, and rinse and drain the container.

To Sanities:

Always start the machine with the left switch down in the Variable position and with the center Variable-Speed Dial on 1.

1. Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2. Fill the container half full of water and add 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
3. Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4. Select Variable-Speed 1. Turn on the machine and slowly increase speed to Variable-Speed 10, then to High.
5. Run the machine on High Speed for 30 to 60 seconds.
6. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
7. Pour out bleach mixture. Allow container to air dry.
8. Do not rinse after sanitizing.

Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
Separate the lid and lid plug. Wash parts in warm, soapy water. Rinse clean under running water and dry. Reassemble before use.

IMPORTANT: To ensure continued and effective performance, do not put the container, lid, lid plug or tamper in the dishwasher.

Motor Base

1. Unplug the power cable.
   WARNING
   Electrical Shock Hazard.
   Unplug before cleaning machine. Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock.
2. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that has been rinsed in a mild solution of washing-up liquid and warm water. Do not place the motor base in water.
3. The centering pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.
4. Thoroughly clean the switches so that they work freely. They may become sticky from use. Use a moistened cotton swab to clean the grooves around the water-shielded switches. Immediately dry any excess water.
5. Polish with a soft cloth.

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 disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
The `crossed-out wheelie bin’ symbol is placed on this product to encourage you to recycle wherever possible.
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at the end of its life.
Used appliances may not be disposed of in the dustbin!
If the appliance has reached the end of its service life, every user is obliged by law not to dispose of used appliances in the domestic dustbin, but rather separated from household trash, e.g. at a community or neighborhood collection point. This is to ensure that used appliances are professionally recycled in order to avoid damage to the environment. That is why electric appliances are marked with the `crossed-out wheelie bin’ symbol.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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 after following these instructions, contact your local distributor immediately for instructions.

Overheating Protection Resetting Procedure

If the motor shuts off due to overheating while blending, allow the machine to cool for 20-45 minutes before beginning another blending cycle. If the motor will not start after being allowed to cool, perform the Automatic Overcurrent Protection Resetting Procedure below.

Overcurrent Protection Resetting Procedure

1. Push the On/Off switch down to the Off position (O).
2. Unplug the unit.
3. Remove the container.
4. Turn the motor base on its side.
5. Press the reset button on the bottom of the machine.
6. Plug in the unit and continue with the blending cycle.

If the blender will not start immediately, the motor has overheated. Allow the motor to cool for 20-45 minutes before beginning another blending cycle.

Tips to prevent “overloading” your Vitamix machine:

• Only process Vitamix recipes when learning to use the machine
• Do not process recipes at lower speeds than recommended
• Do not process recipes at higher speeds than recommended
• Do not process recipes for longer than recommended
• Use your tamper to process thicker mixtures and keep ingredients moving around and through the blades

WARRANTY

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). Failure to register your product purchase will not diminish your guarantee rights. However, registering your purchase will allow Vitamix to better serve you with any of your customer service needs.
2. 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 owner information by e-mailing our customer services department at [email protected] or calling 0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland).
3. WHAT IS COVERED.
   Vitamix warrants to the owner that if this machine (a “Machine” consists of a motor blender base and any containers purchased together) fails within 7 years from the date of the initial purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship or as a result of normal wear and tear from ordinary household (domestic) use, Vitamix will, within 30 days of receipt of the returned product, repair the failed Machine or component part of the Machine free of charge. If, at Vitamix’s sole discretion, the failed Machine or component part of the Machine cannot be repaired, Vitamix will elect to either (A) replace the Machine or relevant component free of charge or (B) refund the full purchase price to the owner.
4. WHAT IS NOT COVERED.
   This Guarantee does not apply to Machines that have been used commercially or in non-household (non-domestic) applications. This Guarantee does not cover cosmetic changes that do not affect performance, such as discoloration or the effects of the use of abrasives or cleaners, or food build-up. This Warranty is only valid if the Machine is used and maintained in accordance with the instructions, warnings and safeguards contained in the owner’s manual. Vitamix will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized guarantee repairs.
   REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES OF THE PURCHASER AND THE SOLE LIABILITY OF VITAMIX UNDER THIS WARRANTY. NO EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX IS AUTHORISED TO MAKE ANY ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OR ANY MODIFICATION TO THIS WARRANTY WHICH MAY BE BINDING UPON VITAMIX. ACCORDINGLY, THE PURCHASER SHOULD NOT RELY UPON ANY ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS MADE BY ANY EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, INDEMNITY, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL VITAMIX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFIT OR REVENUE.
5. WHAT VOIDS THIS WARRANTY.
   Abuse, misuse, mishandling, negligent use, alteration of the Machine, exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions, usage with a voltage supply other than that specified on the Machine, or failure to follow the operating instructions will void this Guarantee. The Guarantee is also void if repairs to the Machine or any component part of the Machine are performed by someone other than either Vitamix or an authorized Vitamix Service Provider or if any component part of a Machine is used in combination with a motorbuses or container or other part that is not expressly authorized by Vitamix.
6. HOW TO OBTAIN RETURNS AUTHORISATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
   In the event that the Machine or any component part of the Machine needs service or repair, you must contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland) to obtain a Return Authorization number and detailed return instructions. You should then return the entire machine in the original or sufficient packaging, along with your Return Authorization number and proof of purchase. We will then process your claim accordingly. The purchaser is responsible for the costs of special delivery 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.

This Guarantee is honored directly through Vita-Mix Corporation.

United States
Vita-Mix® Corporation
8615 Usher Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44138-2199
+1 440 235 4840
[email protected]

United Kingdom
Vita-Mix® Corporation
c/o Sparks Transport
Wells Road
Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9AG
0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland)

Any repaired or replaced Machine will be guaranteed on these terms for the unexpired portion of this Guarantee.

This Guarantee is for the benefit of you, the purchaser. No benefits may be given to any third party, except through a valid transfer by private sale to another person for domestic use of the Machine user during the period of operation of this Guarantee.

This Guarantee does not confer any rights other than those expressly set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage.

You have statutory rights in relation to the Machine. This Guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

Vitamix® Total Nutrition Center®
Motor:
≈2 peak horsepower motor

Electrical:
220-240 V, 50 Hz, 1100-1200 W

Dimensions:
Height: 52 cm/20.4 in.
Width: 18.5 cm/7.2 in.
Depth: 22.25 cm/8.75 in.

When applicable:

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Vita-Mix® Corporation
8615 Usher Road
Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 U.S.A.
+1 800 848 2649 / +1 440 235 4840

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