Vita-Mix 102866, XL manual Safety Interlock, Blade Assembly Removal

MACHINE ASSEMBLY

Safety Interlock

The interlock is supplied only for those countries requiring this feature. With the machine plugged into the nearest outlet, the magnetic safety lock will disengage the power supply to the motor when the safety lid is lifted into an upright position while placing the container on the centering pad (Figure A).

Power is engaged whenever the safety lid is lowered onto the container lid (Figure B). The accelerator tool can be used through the safety lid and container lid while blending.

FIGURE A FIGURE B

Retainer Nut Wrench

Blade Assembly

Blade Agitator Assembly: The blade assembly includes a precision-hardened stainless steel blade with enclosed double sealed steel ball bearings for maximum durability. The rugged blade assembly literally explodes molecules of food and ice in the container, helping every batch to homogenize more effectively. The blades do not need to

be removed for normal cleaning. (Refer to the information below to remove or replace.)

Drive Spline: Inserts into drive socket on the motor base to turn the blade.

Note: Removing and replacing your container while the coupling is still rotating will strip the drive spline “teeth.” (This part is NOT removable.)

Retainer Nut: Must be snug. Order the available Retainer Nut Wrench for best results. (Refer to the information below to remove or replace.)

Blade Assembly Removal

Safety Interlock lid in the open position. Machine power disengaged.

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Safety Interlock lid in the closed position. Machine power is engaged.

Retainer Nut Wrench in use

At times, it may be necessary to give your blades additional cleaning. An easy-to-use blade assembly removal wrench (Item #15596) may be purchased. Turn the container upside down and grip firmly. Insert retainer nut wrench in groove of retainer nut and rotate counterclockwise to loosen. Then grip blades with a cloth and remove retainer nut by hand.

Replacing Blade Assembly: With the container upside down, grip blades with cloth, insert into the container bottom and align with flat sides of container opening. Place retainer nut on and hand tighten. Using the retainer nut wrench, carefully turn clockwise until secure, using wrench.

Do not force. If it is not tight enough, you will notice increased container noise.

WARNINGS!

Do not run the machine without the container lid when using the interlock.

WARNINGS!

Never use a blade assembly with loose, damaged or nicked components.

Caution: Do not remove blades or blade assembly unless absolutely necessary! Never attempt to take the blade assembly itself apart. This will void the warranty.

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