1. Problem:
• Display Panel reads Solution #1:
Turn the machine off and on again to reset
the programming
Solution #2:
Call Vita-Mix Customer Service.
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2. Problem:
• loud noise from blender container
blade area
• container blades do not spin
• increased vibration
• leaking from bottom of container
Solution #1:
Broken or worn Drive Socket. Replace (Item
# 802). Instructions are included with part.
Solution #2:
Check blade assembly for loose, damaged
or knicked components and replace.
Solution #3:
Tighten retainer nut on the bottom of
the container
3. Problem:
• loud grinding noise from the blender
motor
Solution #1:
Due to some faulty motor bearings your
machine may need to be repaired. Call
Vita-Mix Customer Service.
5. Problem:
• machine starts then shuts off Solution #1:
Check to make sure there is power to the
machine.
Solution #2:
Call Vita-Mix Customer Service.
6. Problem:
• Display Panel reads Solution #1:
Let the machine cool down for an hour then
restart.
Solution #2:
Call Vita-Mix Customer Service if the
machine does not work after sitting at room
temperature for 24 hours
4. Problem:
• Machine will not run
• Display screen does not say ‘READY’
Solution #1:
Double-check to make sure power cord is
firmly in power outlet.
Solution #2:
Check to make sure the ON/OFFswitch is in
the ON position.
Solution #3:
Turn the ON/OFF switch to off, then on, to
reboot the electronics.
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