Before First Use - Vitamix Ascent Serie Manual Del Usuario

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.
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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.
2. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
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.
3. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
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
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
3. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the blade base. The seal should fit snugly and
4. Use Variable Speed:
5. Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 4 minutes (5 minutes
6. Pour the vinegar mixture out. Allow the container to air dry. Do not rinse after
Blender Base
1. Turn off and unplug the blender.
2. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that has been rinsed in
3. Immediately dry all surfaces and polish with a soft cloth.
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DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
evenly around the thread. Thread the blade base onto the cup in a clockwise
direction until just tight.
DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
evenly around the thread. Thread the blade base onto the cup in a clockwise
direction until just tight.
sanitising.
60 ml white vinegar). DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
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.
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.
total contact time).
sanitising.
WARNING
To avoid injury and damage.
To avoid inadvertent activation, turn off 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.
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.
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