Vitamix PROFESSIONAL SERIES 500 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 P R O F E S S I O N A L S E R I E S ™ 5 0 0 Owner’s Manual Read and save these instructions Vita-Mix Corporation ® 8615 Usher Road Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 U.S.A. 1.800.848.2649 /+ 1.440.235.4840 vitamix.com • vitamix.co.uk • vitamix.ie...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CO N T E N TS Contents ..................................2 Let’s Get Started ............................... 3 Service and Registration ............................4 Important Instructions for Safe Use ........................5 Parts and Features ..............................7 Control Panel ................................9 About the Blades ..............................11 Tamper ..................................12 How to Use the Tamper ............................ -
Page 3: Let's Get Started
Please read all the safety information, warnings and instructional material found in this booklet before getting started. Set your Vitamix machine on a dry, level surface. Make sure the power switch is set to Off and that the machine is plugged into an earthed electrical outlet. Then, follow the cleaning instructions... -
Page 4: Service And Registration
4. Received your Vitamix machine as a gift 5. Are not the original owner of the machine Enjoy faster and easier service in the future by taking a few minutes to register your Vitamix machine today. Choose one of these easy ways to register your machine: 1. -
Page 5: Important Instructions For Safe Use
I MP O R TAN T IN STRU C T IO NS F O R S A FE US E WARNING To Avoid Injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using this machine. Basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. - Page 6 Processing for longer periods can cause damage to the container and overheating of the motor. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR VITAMIX BLENDER THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
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Page 7: Parts And Features
PA RTS A N D F E AT U R E S On/Off Switch: The On/Off (or Power) Switch Lid Cap is on the front of the machine base. The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine. 2-Part Lid Start/Stop Switch: Pressing down on the Lid Flaps Start/Stop Switch will initiate the blending... - Page 8 PA RTS A N D F E AT U R E S WARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. DO NOT reach into the container while the machine is running. To Lock the Lid in Place: Position the lid on the container with the lid flaps midway between the spout and the handle.
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Page 9: Control Panel
CO N T R O L PA N E L Soup On/Off Switch (l)/(O): The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine base. The On/Off Switch is located on the front of the machine. After plugging in the unit, make sure that the marker on the Variable Speed Dial points to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial and move the On/Off Switch to the On position. - Page 10 CO N T R O L PA N E L Pulse Switch ( ): Variable Speed: Pressing down on the Pulse Switch will cause the machine to blend at the speed setting shown on the Variable Speed Dial for as long as the Pulse Switch is held down. Programmes: The Pulse function can be used when a programme is selected.
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Page 11: About The Blades
A B O U T T H E B L A D E S The wet-blade container comes as standard with the Vitamix machine. The blade is identified by a “W” for wet. This blade is used for most of your recipes. Additional containers with wet or dry blades may be purchased separately. -
Page 12: Tamper
TOUCHES THE BLADES AT ANY ANGLE - DO NOT USE THE TAMPER WITH YOUR CONTAINER. If you do not have the correct tamper for your container, call Vitamix Customer Services on 1.800.848.2649 or +1.440.235.4840, or email service@vitamix.com to order a new tamper. -
Page 13: How To Use The Tamper
H OW TO U S E T H E TA M P E R WARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. • DO NOT put hands, spatulas etc. into the container while the machine is running or while the container is still on the base. •... -
Page 14: Hints For Setting Speeds
H I N TS FO R S E T T I N G S P E E DS CAUTION To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start on Speeds Above 1 when Processing Hot Liquids. Escaping steam, splashes or contents may scald. To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid cap securely in place prior to operating the machine. -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
O P E R AT I N G I N ST R U C T I O N S Wet-Blade Container The Wet-Blade Container is designed for processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soup, purées and batter. Before using this container with Programmes or the Variable Speed option, always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointing to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. - Page 16 O P E R AT I N G I N ST R U C T I O N S Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and when making hot soup and sauces. CAUTION To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start on Speeds Above 1 when Processing Hot Liquids.
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Page 17: Care And Cleaning
C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G Container 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. Normal Cleaning Always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointing to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial. - Page 18 C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G Motor Base Unplug the power cable. 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.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G Your Vitamix motor is designed to be protected from overheating and overcurrent conditions during use. Both features will shut off the motor. The motor will possibly emit a slight odour. Follow the procedures below to reset the motor for either situation. -
Page 20: Warranty
0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland). WHAT IS COVERED. Vitamix warrants to the owner that if this Machine (a “Machine” consists of a motor blender base and any.containers purchased together) fails within 7 years from the date of the initial purchase due to... - Page 21 We will then process your claim accordingly. Purchaser is responsible for the costs of special shipping requests. PLEASE NOTE it is essential that the Machine be received by Vitamix no later than the last day of the Guarantee period. Late claims will not be considered.
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Page 22: Recycling Information
R E CYC L I N G I N FO R M AT I O N This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer and complies with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation. -
Page 23: Notes
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Page 24: Specifications
220 / 240 V, 50 Hz, 1100-1200 W Dimensions: Height: 52 cm / 20.4 in. Width: 18.5 cm / 7.2 in. Depth: 22.25 cm / 8.75 in. When applicable: To see the complete line of Vitamix products, ® visit vitamix.com, vitamix.co.uk or vitamix.ie Vita-Mix Corporation ®...
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