Vita-Mix High-Performance Commercial Blenders Top four problems you can fix on your own

Top four problems you can fix on your own

1. Problem:	Solution #1:
• increased vibration	Check blade assembly for loose, damaged
• leaking from bottom of container	or nicked components and replace.
• increased container noise	Solution #2:
	Tighten retainer nut with screwdriver
	moving clockwise until it is snug. See p. 10.
2. Problem:	Solution #1:
• Machine will not run.	Double-check to make sure power cord is
	firmly in power outlet.
	Solution #2:
	Check to make sure switches are clean
	and moving freely.
	Solution #3:
	The thermal protector may have turned the
	machine off. Turn power off for up to 30
	minutes to reset. Note: Cooling may be
	quickened by placing the motor base in a
	refrigerator or cool spot. (Unplug first). To
	speed up the cooling process, try circulat-
	ing the air with a fan or vacuum at the bot-
	tom of the motor base.
3. Problem:	Solution:
• loud noise from blade area	Drive Socket may be broken. Check for a
• blades don’t spin	fine crack down the center or worn teeth-
	replace with a new drive socket. (Item #
	802). Instructions are included with part.
4. Problem:	Solution:
• Bar Boss/Timer Blender will not run	Check ON/OFF switch to make sure the
when START TIMER switch is	switch is in the ON position. Note: START
activated.	TIMER switch is lit when power is on.

On Two-Step Timers:

Timer stops working if machine is overloaded on low speed. Reset by turning power off for 15 seconds. Do not turn power off midway through a blending cycle. To interrupt cycle, press START/STOP TIMER switch one time. See page 9.

If you cannot fix your machine with these suggestions, technical help is available by calling 800-4DRINK4 (800-437-4654). If you live outside the USA, contact your local Vita-Mix distributor.

Dimensions:

Height of Motor Base: 8-1/2” (21.25 cm)

•with 64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate container and lid: 20” (50 cm)

•with 64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate container without lid: 18” (45 cm)

•with 48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate container and lid: 17-1/2” (46.75 cm)

•with 48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate container without lid: 9-1/4” (44.75 cm) 64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate Container with lid, no base: 12-3/4” (32 cm)

48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate Container with lid, no base: 10” (25.5 cm)

Dimensions: 8” W x 9” D x 20” H (20.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 51 cm)

Ship weight of machine: 13 lbs. (6 kg)

Power Requirements:

Volts:	120 VAC	Volts: 220/240 VAC	Volts: 100 VAC
Amps:	11.5	Watts: 750-850	Watts: 900
Hz: 50/60		Hz: 50/60	Hz: 50/60

The instructions appearing in this Owner’s Manual cannot cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when operating and maintaining any appliance.

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