Vitamix Ascent SERIES User manual

A2300iAnd A2500iHigH-PerformAnce Blenders
Ascent Series
VM0185
Warnings and Cautions
NEVER touch moving parts. Keep hands and utensils out of the
container.
Electric Shock Hazard
High temperature when blending hot liquids.
Unplug while not in use, before cleaning, changing accessories or
touching parts that move while the blender is in use.
Operate with the lid and lid plug in place.
Read and understand the owner’s manual.
DO NOT immerse.
Parts will become hot with extended use. DO NOT touch the drive socket
in the motor base or the drive spline in the blade base.
DO NOT use your 0.6 litre or 240 ml bowl to heat ingredients or to blend
hot liquids.
To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT use the cups (including
the blade base or lids) in the microwave.
Sy m b o l S
Sp e c i f i c at i o n S
Voltage: 220-240 V Height (with the 2 litre container on the base): 43.2 cm
Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz Width: 20.3 cm
Watts: 1,200-1,400 W Depth: 28 cm
• Bluetooth Transmitting Frequency Band = 2,402–2,480 MHz/Maximum Radio Frequency Power = 0.001 W
• Near Field Communication Operating Frequency = 13.56 MHz
• Hereby, Vita-Mix Manufacturing Corporation declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU
declaration of conformity is available at the following internet addresses:
https://www.vitamix.com/Corporate-Information/Corporate-Policies/EU-Declaration-of-Conformity
https://www.vitamix.co.uk/Corporate-Information/Corporate-Policies/EU-Declaration-of-Conformity
https://www.vitamix.de/Informationen-zum-Unternehmen/Unternehmensgrundsaetze/EU-Declaration-of-Conformity
I/O On/Off
IStart/Stop
pulse
Programme Symbols (correspond to Vitamix Recipes) -
Note: the Ascent A2300i does not include programmes
Smoothies
Frozen Desserts
Soup
Some models are not available in all countries
Be Inspired
vitamix.com
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
VM0195D VM0195A

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WARNING: to avoid the risk of serious injury when using your Vitamix® blender, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following. READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS AND
WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE BLENDER.
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not use the blender for anything other
than its intended use.
3. Not intended for use by or near children or
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge. Close supervision is necessary
when any blender is used by or near children
or incapacitated persons. Children should
be supervised to make sure that they do not
play with the blender.
4. WARNING: to avoid inadvertent activation,
switch o the appliance and unplug from
the outlet when not in use, before putting
on or taking o parts and before cleaning.
5. CAUTION: in order to avoid a hazard due to
inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out,
power to this blender must not be supplied
through an external switching device, such
as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is
regularly switched on and o by the utility.
6. To protect against risk of electrical shock,
do not put the blender base in water or
other liquid.
7. Always check that the blender is OFF before
plugging the cable into a power socket.
To disconnect, turn OFF the blender, then
remove the plug from the power socket.
8. Illuminated icons and numbers on the
control panel indicate that it is ready to
operate. Avoid inadvertent contact with the
touch screen.
9. Avoid contact with moving parts.
10. Do not operate any blender with a
damaged cable or plug or after the blender
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Call Vitamix Customer Service
on 0800 587 0019 or [phone]
or email [e-mail] at once
for examination, repair, replacement or
adjustment. If purchased outside the USA or
Canada, contact your local Vitamix dealer.
11.GFI circuit breakers might be installed in
your kitchen. Look for them in outlets near
sinks. If the blender won’t operate, unplug
the blender. Reset the wall outlet or circuit
breaker. If the circuit breaker continues to
trip, unplug the blender from the outlet.
Allow the blender to sit for 24 hours before
attempting to use it again. Contact Vitamix
Customer Services if the problem persists.
12. Alteration or modification of any part of
the blender, including the use of any part
or parts that are not genuine authorised
Vitamix parts, may cause fire, electric shock
or injury and will void your warranty.
13. The use of attachments not expressly
authorised or sold by Vitamix for use with
this blender, including preserving jars, may
cause fire, electric shock or injury. Use in this
way will void your warranty.
14. Do not use outdoors.
15. Do not let the cable hang over the edge of
the table or counter.
16. Do not place the motor base or container
on or near a hot gas or electric hob, in or on
a heated oven.
17.Keep hands and utensils out of the container
while blending to reduce the risk of severe
injury to persons or damage to the blender.
A rubber scraper or spatula may be used,
but only when the blender is not running.
18. The tamper provided must be used only
when the main part of the lid is in place.
19. Blades are sharp. Clean around the blade
assembly in the container with extreme
care to avoid injury. To reduce the risk of
injury, never place a blade assembly on the
motor base unless assembled to the Vitamix
container.
20.Care should be taken when handling
the sharp cutting blades, emptying the
container and during cleaning.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE
This product is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and is not intended to
be used for commercial purposes.
Do not leave your Vitamix blender unattended when operating.
Any repair, servicing or replacement of parts must be performed by Vitamix
or a Vitamix-authorised service representative.
NOTICE: THE 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To avoid injury.
Read and understand the instruction
manual before using this machine.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
ONLY use an earthed outlet.
DO NOT remove the earth.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cable.
Always unplug before cleaning the motor
base or when not in use.
Do not put the motor base in water or
otherliquids.
Failure to follow instructions can cause
death or electric shock.
21. Do not leave foreign objects, such as
spoons, forks, knives or the lid plug, in the
container as this will damage the blades
and other components when starting the
blender and may cause injury.
22.Never attempt to operate with damaged
blades.
23.Never attempt to operate with the centring
pad removed.
24.Always operate the blender with lid and lid
plug firmly in place. Only remove the lid plug
to add ingredients and to use the tamper.
25.DO NOT remove the lid while blades are
rotating. Only remove the lid plug to add
ingredients and to use the tamper. If the
lid is removed during operation, the motor
base will stop and will not run until the lid
and lid plug are in place on the container.
26.DO NOT defeat the lid interlock mechanism.
27. Do not fill the 2 litre container, 0.6 litre cup
or 240 ml bowl above the marked maximum
capacity line to avoid risk of injury caused
by damage to the lid and container.
28.When blending hot liquids or ingredients
in the 2 litre (large) container, use caution;
spray or escaping steam may cause burns.
Always begin processing on the lowest
speed setting, variable-speed 1. Keep hands
and other exposed skin away from the lid
opening to prevent possible burns.
29.DO NOT use your 0.6 litre cup or 240 ml
bowl to heat ingredients or to blend hot
liquids. Heated ingredients and liquids may
create internal pressure which could cause
the cup to burst and cause injury.
30.DO NOT use your machine continuously for
more than 75 seconds when blending with a
cup and blade base.
31. If a cup becomes warm to the touch or
steams or vents, immediately stop blending
ingredients and turn o or unplug the
blender. Allow the cup and ingredients to
cool to room temperature before removing
the blade base.
32.DO NOT use the cups (including the blade
base or lids) in the microwave.
33.When making nut butters or oil-based
foods, do not process for more than one
minute after the mixture starts to circulate in
the container. Processing for longer periods
can cause over-heating.
34.Make sure that the container or cup and
blade base are flush with the centring pad
to make sure that the drive spline is engaged
with the drive socket before operating.
35.Make sure to use the seal on the blade base
and tighten the cup adequately to the blade
base before blending.
36.Never place the blade base onto the motor
base without the cup attached to the blade
base.
37. The blender will reset itself in the event of
power line surge and the counter will reset
to ‘0’. This is a normal action for the blender
to avoid hazards, if used as intended. The
timer is only for the user’s reference and is
not considered an essential function of the
blender’s operation.

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A2500i Control Panel
Variable-
Speed
Dial with
Programmes
OFF
ON
On/O Switch
Start/Stop
pulse
Technology – the blender, containers and cups communicate through wireless technology.
Each container is programmed to run on the base for optimum performance according
to its size and functionality.
Legacy Vitamix Containers – Legacy Vitamix containers will not work with your Ascent
blender base. Legacy machines are the Vitamix C Series, G Series and S Series. For more
information about Vitamix products, please go to vitamix.com.
On/O (I/O) Switch – the On/O switch (I/O) is located on the right side of the base.
TheOn/O switch controls power to the machine.
Sleep Mode – the blender will enter sleep mode if the control panel is not used for
60seconds. The screen will dim. To exit sleep mode, rotate the variable-speed dial to the
desired speed or programme for your next blend.
Container Detect – three dashes (- - -) will be displayed on the control panel if a container
with attached lid is not on the blender base. Once a container with lid is placed, 0:00 will
show on the display. The blender will not operate without a container and attached lid in
place.
Start/Stop (I) – stop the blender at any time by pressing Start/Stop (I) .
Variable-Speed Dial – the Variable-Speed Dial gives you manual control from Variables 1
(slowest) to 10 (highest).
Pulse () – the blades will rotate at the speed displayed on the control panel when pressed.
Display – the timer will count up when using variable speed until Start/Stop is pressed.
Each container is programmed with a specific maximum run time. The blender will turn o
automatically when the maximum run time has elapsed.
Programmes – the icons are listed in Vitamix recipes. The blender will stop automatically
at the end of the programme. Programmes can be stopped by pressing Start/Stop at any
time. Programme times are not adjustable with the timer function. When Start/Stop is
pressed mid-programme; the machine will stop and the programme time will reset on the
display to the beginning of the run time. If the dial is moved to Standby ( ), 0:00 will be
visible on the display.
Smoothies Frozen Desserts Soups
Error Codes – if you see an error code on the display, make a note of the numbers on the
display after the error code. Call Vitamix Customer Services or your distributor for help
with the issue.
Motor – the motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. If the blender does not start immediately, check to make sure that you have plugged in the unit
and that the On/O switch is On. If the motor has overheated, allow the motor to cool for 20-45 minutes.
Tips to prevent ‘overloading’ your blender:
• When learning how to use the blender, we recommend using only Vitamix recipes.
• Do not process recipes at lower speeds than recommended.
• Do not process recipes at higher speeds than recommended.
• Do not process recipes for longer than recommended.
• Use your tamper to process thicker mixtures and keep ingredients moving around and through the blades.
Tamper – lids and tampers are not interchangeable between dierent container styles, types and sizes. Use the tamper that was supplied with
your blender. The container should not be more than two thirds full when the tamper is used. To avoid overheating, DO NOT use the tamper for
more than 30 consecutive seconds.

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A2500i Control Panel
Container, Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
Accessories
Accessories are available for creative recipe development. Visit
vitamix.com for product oerings and inspiration.
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• Always use the lid and the lid plug when operating the blender.
• Never operate the blender without checking to make sure that the lid
is securely locked in place.
• The lid plug is marked so it can be used as a measuring cup.
• Insert the lid plug through the lid plug opening. Lock the plug in place
by turning clockwise. To remove, turn anti-clockwise and lift out.
• Remove the lid plug to use the tamper or to add ingredients.
• Legacy Vitamix containers (C, G and S Series) will not operate on the
Ascent blender base.
The 2-litre
Container
2-Part Lid
Base
Centring Pad
Tamper CAUTION
Rotating Blades Can Cause Damage.
Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between
dierent container styles, types and sizes. Use the
tamper that was supplied with your blender.
Lid
Lid Plug
Tab
(align with
container spout)
Container spout
WARNING
To Avoid Injury. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS.
Keep hands and utensils out of containers and cups during blender operation.
DO NOT insert fingers or utensils around the blades while the blades are spinning.
The blades will continue to spin until they come to a complete stop at the end of the blend
cycle. Allow the blades to come to a complete stop before handling the blade base and cups.
Firmly attach the blade base to the cup or bowl before blending.
If the cup becomes un-threaded from the blade base during operation, turn the machine OFF
and wait until the motor and blades come to a complete stop before attempting to remove
the cup and blade base from the motor base.
WARNING
To avoid possible burns, never start on speeds above 1 when processing hot liquids in a large container.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents may burn. Always start on Variable 1, then slowly increase to 10.
DO NOT use your 20 oz. (0.6 L) cup or 8 oz. (240 ml) bowl to heat ingredients or to blend hot liquids. Heated
ingredients and liquids may create internal pressure which could cause the cup to burst and cause injury.
DO NOT continuously use your machine for more than 75 seconds for the 20 oz. (0.6 L) cup or 8 oz. (240 ml) bowl.
If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents, immediately stop blending ingredients and turn o or unplug
blender. Allow the cup and ingredients to cool to room temperature before removing the blade base.
Parts will become hot with extended use.
DO NOT touch the drive socket in the blender base or the drive spline in the blade base.
To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT use the cups (including the blade base or lids) in the microwave.

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bl e n d i n g
IMPORTANT! Always use the lid and the lid plug on the Large Container when the
machine is in operation. Never operate the blender without checking to make sure
that the lid and lid plug are securely locked in place. After blending, wait until the
blades completely stop before removing the lid or container/cup from the blender
base.
1. The On/O switch is on the right hand side of the base. Press the On/
O switch to the On (I) position. After the blender is turned on, – will
be displayed on the control panel when there is no container on the
blenderbase.
2. Load your container according to your recipe or the load order below.
Large Containers
Liquids
Dry Goods
Leafy Greens
Fruits & Veggies
Ice & Frozen
Ingredients
0.6 litre cup
Liquids
Dry Goods
Leafy Greens
Fruits & Veggies
Ice & Frozen
Ingredients
Note: the cups mentioned here are optional accessories of the Ascent Blenders. Please visit www.vitamix.com for more information.
WARNING
To avoid possible burns, never start on speeds above 1 when processing hot liquids in a large container.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents may burn. Always start on Variable 1, then slowly increase to 10.
DO NOT use your 0.6 litre cup or 240 ml bowl to heat ingredients or to blend hot liquids. Heated ingredients and
liquids may create internal pressure which could cause the cup to burst and cause injury.
DO NOT use your machine continuously for more than 75 seconds when blending with a cup and blade base.
If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents, immediately stop blending ingredients and turn o or
unplug the blender. Allow the cup and ingredients to cool to room temperature before removing the blade base.
Parts will become hot with extended use.
DO NOT touch the drive socket in the motor base or the drive spline in the blade base.
To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT use the cups (including the blade base or lids) in the microwave.
3. Perform one of the following:
• Large Containers – put the lid onto the container. Align one tab on the
lid with the spout of the container to ensure proper lid alignment and
seal. Push the lid down into place until the two tabs snap onto the lip
of the container. Insert the lid plug. Turn the lid plug clockwise to lock.
• Cups – Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal
should fit snugly and evenly around the thread. Thread the blade
base onto the cup in a clockwise direction. Firmly attach the blade
base to the cup or bowl before blending.
4. Put the container (or cup and blade base) onto the blender base.
Variable-Speed 1 will display when a container/cup is detected and the
blender is ready to operate.
If the motor base does not recognize the cup or bowl, tighten the blade
base further onto the cup or bowl and place it back on the motor base. If the
problem continues, contact your distributor for support.
5. Perform one of the following:
• To use variable speed:
a. Turn the variable-speed dial anti-clockwise until Variable-Speed
1 appears on the control panel.
b. To set a blend time, use the +/- icons on the controls.
c. Press Start/Stop. The blades will begin to turn and the timer will count the
minutes and seconds that the blend has been processing.
d. Rotate the Variable-Speed Dial between 1 and 10 during the blending cycle
to increase or decrease the speed of the blades.
e. At the end of the blend, rotate the Variable-Speed Dial anti-
clockwise to Standby ( ) . Press Start/Stop.
• To use Programmes:
Note: the soup programme is not available for use with the cups.
DONOT blend hot liquid in the cup or bowl.
a. Press the icon for the desired programme. (The default programme time
and variable-speed setting will be displayed on the control panel).
b. Press Start/Stop to start the programme. (The blender will stop
automatically at the end of the programme.) Press Start/Stop at any time
to stop the programme.
6. If the mixture stops circulating:
• Large Containers – insert the tamper through the lid plug and stir until it ‘burps’.
If this does not work, press the On/Off switch to stop the motor. Remove the
container from the blender base and use a rubber spatula to press the air
bubble away from the blades. Add liquid if necessary. Replace the lid and lid
plug. Return the container to the blender base and continue blending.
• Cups/Bowls – press the Start/Stop to stop the motor. Wait until
the blades stop rotating. Remove the cup and blade base from the
blender base. Turn the cup over. Unthread the blade base from the
cup. Stir the ingredients. Add liquid if necessary. Reattach the blade
base, place on the blender base and continue blending.
Note: ingredients for cups load in the
opposite order of the large containers.
DO NOT blend hot liquids in the 0.6 litre
cup or 240 ml bowl!

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ca r e a n d cl e a n i n g
In-Place Cleaning: (0.6 litre cup and 240 ml bowl)
1. Fill the container half full with water and add a couple of drops of washing-up liquid.
DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
2. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
evenly around the thread. Thread the blade base onto the cup in a clockwise
direction until just tight.
3. Put the cup and blade base onto the base.
4. Press Start/Stop. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
5. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
6. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
7. Rinse and drain all pieces.
To Sanitise: (Bleach) (0.6 litre cup and 240 ml bowl)
1. Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2. Fill the container half full with water and 1/2 teaspoon of liquid bleach.
DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
3. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
evenly around the thread. Thread the blade base onto the cup in a clockwise
direction until just tight.
4. Put the cup and blade base onto the base.
5. Press Start/Stop.
6. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
7. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
8. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
10. Pour out the bleach mixture. Allow the container to air dry. Do not rinse after
sanitising.
To Sanitise the (0.6 litre cup and 240 ml bowl) with Vinegar (minimum 5% acidity):
Note: if the vinegar has greater acidity, the water can be increased to get a minimum
2.5% solution. For example, for 10% acidity use 1 part vinegar and 3 parts water.
1. Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2. Fill the container 150 ml with water and 150 ml white vinegar (60 ml with water and
60 ml white vinegar). DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
3. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
evenly around the thread. Thread the blade base onto the cup in a clockwise
direction until just tight. Put the cup and blade base onto the base.
4. Use Variable Speed:
a. Press Start/Stop.
b. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
c. Run the machine for 60 seconds.
d. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
5. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 4 minutes (5 minutes
total contact time).
6. Pour the vinegar mixture out. Allow the container to air dry. Do not rinse after
sanitising.
BEFORE FIRST USE:
1. Wipe the base with a warm damp cloth and wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth. Wash the
container, cups, lids, lid plug and tamper with warm, soapy water. Rinse all parts. Wipe
dry with a dry, soft cloth.
2. Choose a space on the counter that is level, dry and clean. Plug the blender into an
earthed, 3-prong outlet.
Note: your Vitamix container is designed to be completely cleanable without removing
the retainer nut and blade assembly. DO NOT attempt to remove the retainer nut or
blade assembly from the container. Our Normal Cleaning and Sanitising procedures or
a dishwasher cleaning cycle will guarantee a complete and thorough cleaning of your
container and its components. If your container is damaged, please do not use. Contact
Vitamix Customer Service IMMEDIATELY.
Care and Cleaning of Large Containers:
To Clean:
1. Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple of drops of
washing-upliquid.
2. Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
3. Put the container onto the base.
4. Press Start/Stop.
5. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
6. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
7. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
8. Rinse and drain all pieces.
To Sanitise: (Bleach) (Full-size Containers)
1.Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2. Fill the container half full of water and add 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
3. Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4. Put the container onto the base.
5. Press Start/Stop.
6. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
7. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
8. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
10. Pour out the bleach mixture. Allow the container to air dry. Do not rinse after
sanitising.
To Sanitise: (Vinegar) (Full-size Containers)
1. Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2. Prepare the vinegar solution: for the 2 litre container, dilute 475 ml of vinegar
in475ml water.
3. Snap or push the complete 2 part lid into the locked position.
4. Put the container onto the base.
5. Press Start/Stop.
6. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
7. Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
8. Rotate the Variable-Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 3 full minutes. The total
contact time of the vinegar solution in the container should equal 5 minutes.
10. Pour the vinegar solution out of the container over the inside surface of the 2-part
lid. Repeat the sanitisation procedure a second time.
11. Allow the container and lid to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitising. Ifnecessary, rinse
immediately before the next use.
Lids, Lid Plug, Centring Pad and Tamper
The parts are dishwasher safe. If preferred, wash the parts in warm soapy water. Rinse clean
under running water, then dry.
Cups and Bowls
The cups, lids, blending adapter and seals are dishwasher safe or can be washed and
sanitized with the procedures below. Remove and wash the seals regularly to avoid
ingredient build-up.
If preferred, wash all parts with warm, soapy water, rinse and dry before continued use.
Blender Base
1. Turn o and unplug the blender.
2. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that has been rinsed in
a mild solution of washing-up liquid and warm water. Do not place the blender base
in water. The centring pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.
3. Immediately dry all surfaces and polish with a soft cloth.
WARNING
To avoid injury and damage.
To avoid inadvertent activation, turn o and unplug the blender before cleaning.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Always unplug before cleaning the blender base or when not in use.
Do not put the blender base in water or otherliquids.
Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electric shock.

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cupS, lidS, blade baSe and Seal
WARNING
To avoid injury. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS.
Keep hands and utensils out of containers and cups during blender operation.
DO NOT insert fingers or utensils around the blades while the blades are spinning.
The blades will continue to spin until they come to a complete stop at the end of the blend
cycle. Allow the blades to come to a complete stop before handling the blade base and cups.
Firmly attach the blade base to the cup or bowl before blending.
If the cup becomes un-threaded from the blade base during operation, turn the machine OFF
and wait until the motor and blades come to a complete stop before attempting to remove
the cup and blade base from the motor base.
WARNING
To avoid possible burns, never start on speeds above 1 when processing hot liquids in a large container.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents may burn. Always start on Variable 1, then slowly increase to 10.
DO NOT use your 20 oz. (0.6 L) cup or 8 oz. (240 ml) bowl to heat ingredients or to blend hot liquids. Heated
ingredients and liquids may create internal pressure which could cause the cup to burst and cause injury.
DO NOT continuously use your machine for more than 75 seconds for the 20 oz. (0.6 L) cup or 8 oz. (240 ml) bowl.
If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents, immediately stop blending ingredients and turn o or unplug
blender. Allow the cup and ingredients to cool to room temperature before removing the blade base.
Parts will become hot with extended use.
DO NOT touch the drive socket in the blender base or the drive spline in the blade base.
To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT use the cups (including the blade base or lids) in the microwave.
USE
See BLENDING.
CARE
See CARE and CLEANING.
SCALE 1.000
Seal
Travel Lid
Seal
Blending Adapter
20 oz. Cup and Travel Lid
Storage Lid
8 oz. cup

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10-year full Machine Warranty
1. PRODUCT REGISTRATION.
You can register online at vitamix.com/warranty Failure to register your product purchase will not diminish your warranty rights. However,
registering your purchase will allow Vitamix to better serve you with any of your customer service needs.
2. WHO CAN SEEK WARRANTY COVERAGE?
This Warranty is extended by Vitamix to the owner of this blender for personal household use only. This Warranty does not apply to
products used for commercial, rental or resale purposes. Should ownership of the blender change during the 10-year period, please
update the blender’s owner information at vitamix.com.
3. WHAT IS COVERED?
Vitamix warrants to the owner that if this Blender (a ‘Blender’ consists of a motor blender base, any container(s), lids and tamper(s)
purchased together) fails within 10 years from the date of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship or as a result of
normal wear and tear from ordinary household use, Vitamix will, within 30 days of receipt of the returned blender, repair the failed
Blender or component part of the Blender free of charge.
If, at Vitamix’s sole discretion, the failed Blender or component part of the Blender cannot be repaired, Vitamix will elect to either (A)
replace the Blender free of charge or (B) refund the full purchase price to the owner, unless Vitamix receives prior written notice of
the owner’s preference.
4. WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
This Warranty does not apply to Blenders used commercially or in non-household applications. This Warranty does not cover cosmetic
changes that do not aect performance, such as discolouration or the eects of the use of abrasives, cleaners or food build-up. This
Warranty is valid only if the Blender is used and maintained in accordance with the instructions, warnings and safeguards contained
in the owner’s manual.
Containers: processing certain herbs and spices in the container/cup will result in cosmetic marring of the container/cup and may
cause the blades to wear prematurely. Traces of sand, as well as coarse, gritty and abrasive herbs, will also cause the blades to
wear prematurely. Herbs may contain volatile oils, cause the container/cup to retain the oils and cause permanent discolouration.
Vitamix will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorised warranty repairs.
REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES OF THE PURCHASER AND THE
SOLE LIABILITY OF VITAMIX UNDER THIS WARRANTY. NO EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX IS AUTHORISED TO
MAKE ANY ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OR ANY MODIFICATION TO THIS WARRANTY WHICH MAY BE BINDING UPON VITAMIX.
ACCORDINGLY, THE PURCHASER SHOULD NOT RELY UPON ANY ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS MADE BY ANY EMPLOYEE OR
REPRESENTATIVE OF VITAMIX. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, INDEMNITY, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL VITAMIX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFIT OR REVENUE.
Some states do not allow limits on warranties. In such states, the above limitations may not apply to you. Outside the USA and
Canada, other warranties may apply.
5. WHAT VOIDS THIS WARRANTY?
Abuse, misuse, negligent use, alteration of the Blender, exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions or failure to follow the operating
instructions in this manual will void this Warranty.
The Warranty is also void if repairs to the Blender or any component part of the Blender are performed by someone other than
either Vitamix or an authorised Vitamix Service Provider or if any component part of a Blender subject to this Warranty is used in
combination with a motor base or container that is not expressly authorised by Vitamix.
6. HOW TO OBTAIN RETURN AUTHORISATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
You will be asked to provide a date of purchase and proof of purchase for any blender that has not been registered with Vitamix.
For blenders subject to this Warranty, you will be provided with a return authorisation number, up-to-date delivery instructions and
a pre-paid return collection label. Vitamix will pay standard shipping costs on the return of a Blender for warranty service and repair
and for return shipment of the blender to you after the warranty repair or replacement. The purchaser is responsible for the costs of
special delivery requests.
Within the USA and Canada, this Warranty is honoured directly through the Vita-Mix Corporation.
United States
Vita-Mix Corporation
8615 Usher Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44138-2199
[e-mail]
You will be deemed to have accepted the returned product 'as is' upon delivery unless you notify Vitamix of any problem, including
shipment damage, within 48 hours of delivery.
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in t e r n at i o n a l co n tac t S
EUROPE
BELGIUM
Dalcq SA
Rue de Hainaut 86
6180 Courcelles
Belgium
Tel: [phone]
www.theblender.be
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Enzita d.o.o.
Pave Radana br. 15
Banja Luka, 78000
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Tel: [phone]
www.Enzita.ba
[email protected]
CROATIA
Enzita d.o.o.
Avenija Dubrovnik 15
Zagrebački velesajam
(Kineski paviljon)
Zagreb, 10020
Croatia
Tel: [phone]
www.Enzita.hr
[email protected]
CZECH REPUBLIC
Traminal s.r.o.
Kaprova 42/14
11000 Praha 1
Czech Republic
Tel: +420.773.777.000
www.atranet.cz
DENMARK
LifeForce ApS
Bakkelyvej 2
8680 Ry
Denmark
Tel: [phone]
www.lifeforce.dk
[e-mail]
FRANCE
Wismer S.A.
Zone Inova 3000 – allée n°5
88150 Thaon les Vosges
France
Tel: [phone]
www.wismer.fr
[e-mail]
FINLAND
Lindenbaum Agenturer AB
Fredrika Runebergin katu 26
06100 Porvoo
Finland
Tel: [phone]
www.vitamixsuomi.fi
info@vitamixsuomi.fi
ITALY
KÜNZI S.p.A.
Via L. Ariosto, 19
I - 20091 Bresso (MI)
Italy
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kunzi.it
[email protected]
EASTERN EUROPE
Hollaender Elektro
GmbH & Co.KG
Flinschstrasse 35,
60388 Frankfurt
Germany
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
ICELAND
Kaelitaekni Ltd.
Rauðagerði 25
108 Reykjavík
Iceland
Tel: [phone]
www.cooltech.is
LITHUANIA
Zaliavalgis.lt
Dovanu stotele UAB
Pamenkalnio g. 1
01116 Vilnius,
Lithuania
Tel: [phone]
www.zaliavalgis.lt
[e-mail]
LUXEMBOURG
Dalcq SA
Rue de Hainaut 86
6180 Courcelles
Belgium
Tel: [phone]
www.theblender.be
MACEDONIA
Nutri Vita
Kosturski Heroi 15
Skopje
Macedonia
Tel: [phone]
www.NutriVita.mk
[email protected]
MONTENEGRO
Enzita d.o.o.
Podgorica, 81000
Montenegro
Tel: [phone]
www.Enzita.me
[email protected]
NETHERLANDS
MultiBrands Marketing
& Sales BV
Heereweg 337-A
2161 BL, Lisse
The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.blender-shop.nl
[email protected]
NORWAY
Lindenbaum Agenturer AB
Kobbevegen 36 B
5310 Hauglandshella
Askoy / Bergen
Norway
Tel: [phone]
www.theblender.no
[e-mail]
POLAND
Borka Marcin Bartoszewicz
ul. Tolstoja 12c/1
58-100 Świdnica
Poland
Tel: [phone]
www.bestblender.pl
[e-mail]
ROMANIA
Quark S.R.L.
Birouri, Str. Mizil 2B
032345 Bucuresti
Romania
Tel: [phone]
www.BeOrganic.ro
o[email protected]om.ro
SERBIA
Enzita d.o.o.
Leposave Vujošević 11/14
Beograd, 11000
Serbia
Tel: [phone]
www.Enzita.rs
[email protected]
SPAIN
CONASI
C/Carlos V n°4 Bajos
23680 Alcalà la Real (Jaén)
Spain
Tel: [phone]
www.conasi.eu
[email protected]
PORTUGAL
CONASI
C/Carlos V n°4 Bajos
23680 Alcalà la Real (Jaén)
Spain
Tel: [phone]
www.conasi.eu
[email protected]
SLOVENIA
Enzita d.o.o.
Jurckova Cesta 223
Ljubljana, 1000
Slovenia
Tel: [phone]
www[email protected]
SLOVAKIA
Vitarian spol s.r.o.
Lazaretská 29
811 09 Bratislava
Slovakia
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
SWEDEN
Lindenbaum Agenturer AB
Hardemogatan 7
S-124 67 Bandhagen
Sweden
Tel: [phone]
www.theblender.se
[e-mail]
GERMANY, AUSTRIA,
SWITZERLAND
Vita-Mix GmbH
Kurfuerstendamm 21
10719 Berlin
Germany
Tel: [phone]
www.vitamix.de
GERMANY
Keimling Naturkost GmbH
Zum Fruchthof 7a
21614 Buxtehude
Germany
Tel: [phone]
www.keimling.de
AUSTRIA
Hollaender Elektro GmbH
& Co.KG
Flinschstrasse 35,
60388 Frankfurt
Germany
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
SWITZERLAND
Keimling Naturkost
Fürstenlandstrasse 96
9014 St. Gallen
Switzerland
Tel: [phone]
www.keimling.ch
UNITED KINGDOM
& IRELAND
Vita-Mix Europe LTD
C/O Business Cube
2-7 Clerkenwell Green
London EC1R 0DE
Tel: [phone]
www.vitamix.co.uk
ISRAEL
New Horizon
4 Hatzoran St.
Netanya, 6250604
Israel
Tel: [phone]
www.newhorizon.co.il
[e-mail]
BAHRAIN, KUWAIT,OMAN,
QATAR,
AND SAUDI ARABIA
4Homes FZCO
PO Box 61379, Dubai UAE.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.tavolashop.com
UNITED ARAB
EMIRATES
4Homes FZCO
PO Box 61379, Dubai UAE.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.tavolashop.com
AUSTRALIA &
NEW ZEALAND
Vitamix ANZ Pty Limited
167 King St
Newcastle NSW2300
Australia
Tel: [phone] (AUS)
Tel: [phone] (NZ)
www.vitamix.com.au
www.vitamix.co.nz