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To Avoid Injury.
Read and understand the instruction manual before using this machine. Basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following.
Electrical Shock Hazard.
ONLY use an earthed outlet.
DO NOT remove the earth.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cable.
Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electric shock.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS BEFORE
OPERATING THE BLENDER.
1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not put the motor base in water or any other
liquid.
3. Close adult supervision is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.
4. Unplug the power cable from the socket when the Vitamix® machine is not in use, before
disassembling, when putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning (other than
washing the container).
5. Never touch moving parts.
6. Do not operate the machine if it malfunctions, has a damaged cable or plug, has been
dropped or is damaged in any manner. If you purchased your equipment in the U.S.A., call
Vitamix Technical Support on 800 886 5235 for examination, repair, possible replacement
or electrical or mechanical adjustment. If you purchased your equipment outside of the
U.S.A., please contact your local authorised Vitamix Distributor, contact the Vitamix
International Division on +1 440 782 2450 or email international@vitamix.com to find a
distributor near you.
7. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by Vitamix may
cause fire, shock or injury. Do not use attachments that are not recommended or sold by
Vitamix, doing so will void the warranty. Alteration or modification of this product in any
form is not recommended, and as such may result in bodily injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the power cable touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a table or work
surface.
10. Do not place the machine on or near a hot gas or electric hob, in a heated oven, or allow
the machine to touch hot surfaces. External heat sources can damage the machine.
11. Keep hands and utensils out of the container while the motor is running to prevent the
possibility of severe personal injury and/or damage to the Vitamix machine. A rubber
spatula may be used, but only when the Vitamix machine is not running.
12. WARNING: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
• Never try to remove the blades while the container is sitting on the motor base.
• Do not operate with loose, nicked or damaged blades – replace immediately.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, never place the blade assembly on the motor base
without properly attaching the Vitamix container.
13. The maximum capacity is equivalent to the litres listed on the container, and is substantially
less with thick mixtures.
14. The container should not be more than 2⁄3 full when the tamper is left in place while
blending. Do not exceed 30 seconds of continuous blending while the tamper is in place.
15. CAUTION: Cooling problems, resulting in thermal shut-off and eventual motor damage,
may result if the machine is operated in sound chambers other than those approved by
Vitamix®.
16. When making nut butters or oil-based foods, do not process for more than one minute
after the mixture starts circulating. Over-processing can cause dangerous overheating, as
well as damage the container.
17. Always operate the Vitamix machine with the lid in place and securely attached.
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18. WARNING: When processing hot liquids:
• The two-part latching lid must be securely in place. This allows steam to escape naturally and
will prevent the lid from coming off when the machine is turned on.
• Do not start on a high speed or at the highest speed setting. Always start hot liquids on a
low speed or at the lowest setting, then increase speed as the machine is running.
• Use caution with hot liquids. Spray is occasionally emitted from under the lid plug, or
escaping steam may cause scalding.
• Wear long sleeves and gloves for protection when pouring hot liquids and mixtures.
19. CAUTION: Turn off the power or unplug the machine before touching movable parts. Shut
off the power switch at night or whenever the machine is left unattended.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTES!
The instructions appearing in this Use and Care Manual cannot cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practised when operating
and maintaining any appliance.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE
Do not leave your Vitamix blender unattended when operating.
Any repair and servicing, or the replacement of parts, must be performed by Vitamix or an
authorised service representative.
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.
• The blender's power cable comes equipped with a three-prong (earthed) plug which mates
with a standard three-prong power socket (Figure A). This cable will vary for countries
outside the United States of America.
• Adapters (Figure B) are available for two-prong outlets. Do not cut or remove the third
(earth) prong from the plug or power cable.
• Consult your electrician if you are not sure if the wall socket is earthed through the building's
wiring. With a properly earthed two-prong wall socket, earth the machine by attaching the
tab on the adapter to the wall outlet cover by means of the screw in the centre of the cover
(Figure B).
FIGURE A FIGURE B