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To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps
under Normal Cleaning, below. This will clean the unit and break
in the motor.
During your first few uses, you may notice a slight burning
odor as the motor is primed. This is completely normal and will
dissipate quickly.
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Normal Cleaning
1.
Begin with the Variable Speed
Dial pointing at Variable Speed 1.
2.
Fill the container half full of
warm water. Add a few drops
of liquid dish detergent to the
container.
3.
Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked
position.
4.
Press the Start/Stop switch. Slowly increase the Variable
Speed to 10. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds. Press
the Start/Stop Switch to stop the machine. Rotate the
Variable Speed Dial back to Variable Speed 1.
5.
Rinse and drain the container.
To Sanitize:
Always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointing at Variable
Speed 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.
Press the Start/Stop switch. Slowly increase the Variable
Speed to 10. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds. Press
the Start/Stop Switch. Rotate the Variable Speed Dial back
to Variable Speed 1.
5.
Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional
1 ½ minutes.
6.
Pour out bleach mixture. Allow container to air dry.
7.
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.
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. Moisten a cotton bud 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.
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.
Retainer Nut Loosening
In the event that the retainer nut at the bottom of your container
loosens and no longer holds the blade assembly securely in place,
DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE CONTAINER. Contact Vitamix
customer service immediately for instructions.
Container
Retainer Nut
Blade
Assembly
