Before First Use - Vitamix Propel Serie Mode D'emploi

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BEFORE FIRST USE:

1.
Wipe the base with a warm damp cloth and wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth. Wash the container, lid, lid plug, and
tamper with warm, soapy water. Rinse all parts. Wipe dry with a dry, soft cloth.
2.
Choose a space on the counter that is level, dry and clean. Plug the blender into a grounded, 3-prong outlet.
Note: Your Vitamix container is designed to be completely cleanable without removing the retainer nut and blade assembly.
DO NOT attempt to remove the retainer nut or blade assembly from the container. Our Normal Cleaning and Sanitizing
procedures or a dishwasher cleaning cycle will ensure a complete and thorough cleaning of your container and it's
components. If your container is damaged, please do not use. Contact Vitamix Customer Service IMMEDIATELY for assistance.
Follow these instructions if you prefer not to wash your container in the dishwasher.
To Clean the Container:
1.
Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid.
2. Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into the locked position.
3. Press Start/Stop. Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
4. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
5. Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
6.
Rinse and drain all pieces.
To Sanitize the Container using Bleach:
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Fill the container half full with water and 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
3.
Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4. Rotate the dial clockwise to Variable Speed 1.
5. Press Start/Stop. Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
6.
Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
7.
Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
8. Allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
9.
Pour bleach mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing.
To Sanitize the Container using Vinegar:
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Prepare the vinegar solution and pour it into the container.
• 64oz container, dilute 16oz. (473 ml) of vinegar in 16oz (473ml) water
• 48 oz container, dilute 16oz. (473 ml) of vinegar in 16oz (473ml) water
3.
Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4.
Begin with Variable Speed 1 on the display. Press Start/Stop.
5.
Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
6. Run the machine on variable speed 10 for 2 full minutes.
7.
Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable Speed 1. Press Start/Stop.
8.
Allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional 3 full minutes. Total contact time of the vinegar solution in the
container should equal 5 minutes.
9.
Pour vinegar solution out of container over inside surface of 2-part lid.
10. Repeat sanitization procedure a second time (steps 2-9).
11.
Allow container and lid to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing. If necessary, rinse immediately before next use.
Lids, Lid Plug, Centering Pad and Tamper
All parts listed above are dishwasher safe. If preferred, wash the parts in warm soapy water. Rinse clean under running water,
then dry.
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