GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Programmable Model
The basic settings of the program dial for the Vitamix XL™ Programmable Model are detailed below. These programs, numbered 1 through 6, are blending cycles designed for the most common blending applications. Selecting one of the
SETTING 1: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 25 seconds (:30)
SETTING 2: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 40 seconds (:45)
SETTING 3: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 55 seconds (:60)
SETTING 4: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 1 minute 25 seconds (1:30)
SETTING 5: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 1 minute 55 seconds (2:00)
SETTING 6: Starts Low, ramps to High (100%) for 2 minute 55 seconds (3:00)
Vitamix XL™ Blender Instructions (All Models)
1.Place liquids and soft foods in the container first. Placing wet ingredients towards the blades helps to start the vortex that allows the other ingredients to be pulled into the blades. Although not necessary for processing, cutting or breaking food into smaller pieces (1 to 3 in. / 3 to 8 cm) allows for more precise measuring of ingredients. Thawed or
2.Set the container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering pad anchored to the base (Motor must be completely stopped before positioning container). Containers are not to be used for hard, dry materials. Avoid running your machine with the container empty.
3.Always use a lid when blending. If blending hot ingredients, the lid must be securely latched in place. When processing hot liquids, do not use a
4.To achieve the best blend, always make sure you fill the 1.5 gal. / 5,6 L container to the 48 oz. / 1,4 L level or higher with ingredients. If finished volume is less than 48 oz. / 1,4 L, use the Advance® container.
5.Plug the machine into the nearest outlet (if unplugged).
6.Follow instructions based on the specific model:
Vitamix XL™ Programmable Model: Press the On/Off power switch to on. Activate a program by selecting the desired setting on the dial.
•Push down on the Start/Stop switch.
•To prevent possible splashing, lightly rest your hand on the lid while turning the machine on (except when processing hot liquids or mixtures).
•Until you become accustomed to the speed, watch your mixture carefully to avoid
•If during blending, the mixture seems too thick, remove the lid plug and slowly add liquid through the lid opening while processing.
Vitamix XL™ Variable Speed Model: Select the desired setting on the speed dial. Depending on ingredients, start on a lower setting, then switch to a higher setting once the mixture begins processing.
•Set the On/Off switch to on.
•Until you become accustomed to the speed, watch your mixture carefully to avoid
•The lower the speed, the coarser the blend. The higher the speed, the finer the blend. In order to avoid over processing, always start at the lowest variable speed and work your way up.
7.When blending hard to blend mixtures such as ginger paste, pesto, or mixtures using frozen ingredients, use the accelerator tool (see page 16) to help ingredients flow into the blades. Continuously moving the tool around in a circular motion during blending will help eliminate air pockets and encourage an even blend.
8.After the blender has been stopped, wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the lid or container from the motor base.
9.To use the pulse switch:
•Vitamix XL™ Programmable Model: Make sure the power is on. With the container on the motor base, depress the pulse switch. Release the switch to stop the motor.
•Vitamix XL™ Variable Speed Model: Make sure the power is on. Turn the dial to the desired variable speed. With the container on the motor base, depress the pulse switch. Release the switch to stop the motor. Repeat multiple times until mixture is blended to desired consistency.
10.Unplug the machine when not in use.
WARNINGS!
•When the machine is not in use, unplug the machine from the outlet.
•If you detect a change in the sound of the machine or if a hard or foreign object comes into contact with the blades, do not serve the contents. Inspect your blade assembly for loose, nicked or missing parts. If parts are loose, missing,
or nicked, replace with a new blade assembly. (See page 15.)
When processing hot liquids always:
•Use caution. Escaping steam or splashes may scald.
•Lock the lid. This will prevent the lid from blowing off when the machine is activated.
•For the Vitamix XL™ Variable Speed machine, start on Variable Speed 1 and quickly increase to 10. Never start on the highest speed when blending hot ingredients.
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