Vitamix Turboblend VM0102B User manual

Owner’s Manual
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VM0102B
Vita-Mix®Corporation
8615 Usher Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44138-2103 U.S.A.
1.800.848.2649 / 1.440.235.4840
vitamix.com
TURBOBLENDTHREE SPEED

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Section 1: Before First Use.........................................................................................................................3
Section 2: Symbols....................................................................................................................................... 3
Section 3: Important Safeguards.............................................................................................................4
Section 4: Parts and Features...................................................................................................................6
Section 5: Control Panel.............................................................................................................................8
Section 6: About the Blades.....................................................................................................................9
Section 7: Tamper....................................................................................................................................... 10
Section 8: How to Use the Tamper .........................................................................................................11
Section 9: Hints for Setting Speeds.......................................................................................................12
Section 10: Operating Instructions.........................................................................................................13
Section 11: Care and Cleaning..................................................................................................................15
Section 12: Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................16
Section 13: Service and Registration .....................................................................................................17
Section 14: Warranty...................................................................................................................................18
Product Specifications............................................................................................................................. 20
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se C t i o n 1: Be f o r e fi r s t Us e
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STEP
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STEP
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a. Set your blender on a dry, level surface.
b. If present, carefully remove the cable tie on the power cord.
c. Make sure that the On/Off Switch is set to Off.
d. Plug the blender into a grounded electrical outlet.
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STEP
Cl e a n
a. Fill the container half-way with warm water, add a drop of
dish soap, and secure the lid.
b. Select Low speed, start the blender, and increase
to High speed. Run for 60 seconds.
c. Rinse with warm water.
Read the safety information, warnings and instructions.
On/O Switch
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Warning Caution
NEVER touch moving parts.
Keep hands and utensils out
of container
Operate with lid and lid
plug in place
Electrical Shock Hazard Read and understand
owner’s manual
High temperature when
blending hot liquids
Do not immerse
DO NOT insert items into
the container while the
blender is in use
On/Off
Unplug while not in use, before cleaning, changing accessories or
approaching parts that move while the blender is in use
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS
BEFORE OPERATING BLENDER.
1. Read all instructions.
2. Not intended for use by or near children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge.
3. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender base in water or other
liquid.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking o parts, and before
cleaning.
5. Avoid contacting moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call Vitamix Customer Service at
1.800.848.2649 or 1.440.235.4840 or email [email protected] at once for examination,
repair, replacement, or adjustment. If purchased outside the U.S.A. or Canada, contact your
local Vitamix dealer.
7. Alteration or modification of any part of the blender including the use of any part or parts
that are not genuine authorized Vitamix parts, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
8. The use of attachments not expressly authorized or sold by Vitamix for use with this
blender, including canning jars, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
11. Do not let cord contact hot surface, including a stove.
12. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce risk of injury to persons
or damage to the blender. A rubber scraper or spatula may be used, but only when the
blender is turned o or container is removed from base.
13. The tamper provided must be used only when the main part of the lid is in place.
14. Blades are sharp. To reduce risk of injury, never place a blade assembly on the motor base
unless assembled to the Vitamix container.
15. Do not leave foreign objects, such as spoons, forks, knives or the lid plug, in the container
as this may damage the blades or other components when starting the blender and may
cause injury.
16. Never attempt to operate with damaged blades.
17. Operate blender with lid and lid plug firmly in place. The lid plug should be removed only
when adding ingredients or when using the tamper.
WARNING:To avoid the risk of serious injury when using your Vitamix® blender,
basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE
This blender 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 the replacement of parts must be performed by Vitamix or an
authorized service representative.
WARNING
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE: THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR VITAMIX BLENDER
THAT WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING
To Avoid Injury.
Read and understand instruction manual
before using the blender.
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Use grounded outlet only.
DO NOT remove ground.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
Always unplug before cleaning the motor
base or when not in use.
Do not put the motor base in water or
otherliquid.
Failure to follow instructions can cause death
or electrical shock.
18. When blending hot liquids or ingredients, use caution; spray or escaping steam may
cause scalding and burns. Do not fill container to the maximum capacity. Always
begin processing on the lowest speed setting, Low on the Speed Control Dial. Keep
hands and other exposed skin away from lid opening to prevent possible burns.
19. 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 overheating.

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On/Off Switch (l)/(O): The On/Off Switch controls the power to the blender. The switch is
located on the front left side of the blender below the control panel. When lit, the blender is
plugged in and the On/Off switch is in the On position.
2Control Panel: For more information, refer to Control Panel on Page 8.
CAUTION: Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between dierent container styles, types
and sizes. For more information, refer to Tamper on Page 10.
364-oz. capacity container with 2-part lid:
• Always use the lid and the lid plug when the blender is in operation.
• Never operate the blender without checking to make sure that the lid is securely locked
in place.
• Ounces, Milliliters and Cups are clearly marked.
• Insert the lid plug through the lid and secure by turning clockwise.
• Remove the lid plug to use the tamper or to add ingredients.
4Tamper: Using the tamper maintains circulation by preventing air pockets from forming
during blending.
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Note: Your blender might dier slightly from this product image.
se C t i o n 4: pa r ts a n d fe at U r e s
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To Lock the Lid in Place: Position lid on container with lid flaps midway between the spout
and the handle. Push the lid onto the container until it locks in place. The lid must always
be secured when processing, especially hot liquids. Never operate the blender without
checking to make sure the lid is securely locked in place.
To Remove the Lid: Lift up on one lid flap while holding the container securely.
To Remove the Lid Plug: Rotate the lid plug counterclockwise from the “locked” to
“unlocked” position and lift out.
Automatic Overload Protection: Your Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself from
overheating. If the motor shuts off, turn off the power switch for up to 45 minutes to
reset. Reset time will be extended if high room temperatures exist. To reduce the reset
time, unplug the blender, remove the container, and blow air into the center section of the
bottom with a hair dryer on the cool setting.
Power Cord: Your blender is equipped with
a long power cord. Store the unused portion
neatly underneath.
Bottom View / Cord Wrap: Plastic cord
retainers hold the cord securely. There is no
need to unscrew the cord retainers to let out
more cord. They are flexible, and return to
position after the cord is lifted out.
Maximum Continuous Run Time: Maximum
continuous run time of any function of the
blender is 10 minutes.
WARNING
Rotating Blades Can
Cause Severe Injury.
DO NOT reach into container
while blender is running.
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CAUTION
To Avoid Possible Burns, Never Start on
High when Processing Hot Liquids.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents
may scald.
To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid plug
securely in place prior to operating the blender.
Always start on Low then use the speed ccontrol
dial to increase to High.
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1. On/O Switch (l)/(O): The On/O Switch controls the power to the blender. The
switch is located on the front left side of the blender below the control panel. When
lit, the blender is plugged in and the On/O switch is in the On position.
After plugging in the unit, make sure that the marker on the Speed Control Dial
points to Low and move the On/O Switch to the On position. Move the On/O
Switch to the O position at night and whenever the blender is left unattended.
2. Start ( ) / Stop ( ) Switch:
After the marker on the Speed Control Dial is rotated to a speed setting, press the
Start/Stop Switch to start the blender. Pressing the Start/Stop Switch again will stop
the blending process.
3. Pulse Switch ( ):
Low/Medium/High: The Pulse function can be used when a a speed is selected. Pushing
down the Pulse switch will run the blender at the speed selected (Low, Medium or High)
for as long as the Pulse switch is pushed down.
4. Speed Control Dial
The speed control dial allows you to choose Low, Medium or High speed for your blend.
Always rotate the Speed Control Dial back to Low at the end of the blend cycle.
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WARNING
Rotating Blades Can CauseSevere
Injury.
DO NOT reach into the container whilethe
blender is running.
Wet-Blade Container (blade marked with “W”): Designed for
processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soup,
purées, batter, and for wet chopping.
Dry-Blade Container (blade marked with a “D”): The blades are
designed specifically for grinding dry materials such as grains, cereal
and coffee, and are also used for kneading bread dough. The dry
blades CANNOT process liquids efficiently.
D
WD
W
The wet-blade container is supplied with your blender. Additional containers with wet or dry
blades may be purchased separately.
Moving Parts May
Become Hot with
Extended Use.
DO NOT touch.
CAUTION
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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 the blender.
How to Determine the Tamper to be Used with Your Container
Before using a tamper during the blending process, verify that you have the correct tamper.
If a tamper came with your blender and container at purchase, it is the correct tamper
to use. If a tamper did not come with your container or you want to determine if a tamper
that you already have can be used with your new container, please see the inspection steps
and illustration below.
1. Place the lid on an empty container.
2. Remove the lid plug and insert the tamper. The tamper should fit easily into the
opening. It should not come into contact with the blades no matter where you move
the tamper inside the container.
3. Visually inspect: IF THE TAMPER TOUCHES THE BLADES AT ANY ANGLE, DO NOT
USE THE TAMPER WITH YOUR CONTAINER.
4. If you do not have the correct tamper for your container, contact Vitamix Household
Customer Service at
1.800.848.2649 or 1.440.235.4840 .
64 oz. / 2 L Short
Container uses a
tamper which is
approx. 11 in. long.
48 oz. (1.4 L) and 32 oz. (0.9 L) Containers
use a tamper which is approx. 9-¾ in. long.
A non-step tamper
must not be used with
any of the containers.
64 oz. / 2 L Tall
Container uses a tamper
which is approx. 12-½in.
long.
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64 oz. / 2.0 L (SHORT) 64 oz. / 2.0 L (TALL) 48 oz. / 1.4 L 32 oz. / 0.9 L