Before First Use - Vitamix Ascent Serie Manual De Instrucciones

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 a
grounded, 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 Sanitizing procedures or a
dishwasher cleaning cycle will ensure a complete and thorough cleaning of your container
and it's 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 dishwashing
liquid.
2. Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into the locked position.
3. Perform one of the following procedures:
• Variable Speed:
a.
Press the Start / Stop.
b.
Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
c.
Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
d.
Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1.
• Model A3500, press the Self-Cleaning Icon (
The program will stop automatically when complete.
4. Rinse and drain all pieces.
To Sanitize: (Bleach) (Full-size Containers)
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Fill the container half full with water and 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
3.
Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4.
Perform one of the following procedures:
• Variable Speed:
a.
Press the Start / Stop.
b.
Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
c.
Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
d.
Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1.
• Model A3500, press the Self-Cleaning Icon (
The program will stop automatically when complete.
5.
Allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
6.
Pour bleach mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing.
To Sanitize: (Vinegar) (Full-size Containers)
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Prepare the vinegar solution: for the 64 ounce container, dilute 16 ounce (473 ml) of
vinegar in 16 ounce (473ml) water.
3.
Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
4.
Perform one of the following procedures:
• Variable Speed:
a.
Press Start / Stop.
b.
Slowly increase variable speed to 10.
c.
Run the machine on variable speed 10 for 2 full minutes.
d.
Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
5.
Allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional 3 full minutes. Total contact
time of the vinegar solution in the container should equal 5 minutes.
6.
Pour vinegar solution out of container over inside surface of 2-part lid. Repeat
sanitization procedure a second time.
7.
Allow container and lid to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing. If necessary, rinse
immediately before next use.
Lids, Lid Plug, Centering Pad and Tamper
The parts are dishwasher safe. If preferred, wash the parts in warm soapy water. Rinse clean
under running water, then dry.
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In-Place Cleaning: (20 ounce and 8 ounce cups)
1. Fill the container half full with water and add a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid.
DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
2. Put a seal on the bottom thread of the adapter. The seal should fit snugly and evenly around the
thread. Thread the adapter onto the cup in a clockwise direction just until tight.
3. Put the cup and adapter onto the base.
4. Press Start / Stop. Slowly increase 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 Sanitize: (Bleach) (20 and 8 ounce cups)
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Fill the container half full with water and 1/2 teaspoons of liquid bleach.
DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
3.
Put a seal on the bottom thread of the adapter. The seal should fit snugly and evenly around the
thread. Thread the adapter onto the cup in a clockwise direction just until tight.
4.
Put the cup and adapter onto the base.
5.
Press Start / Stop.
6.
Slowly increase 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 mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
10.
Pour bleach mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing.
To Sanitize 20 ounce container (or 8 ounce container ) with Vinegar (minimum 5%
acidity):
Note: If greater acidity, the water can be increased to get a minimum 2.5% solution.
For example, for 10% acidity use 1 vinegar and 3 parts water.
1.
Follow the cleaning instructions above.
2.
Fill the container 5 ounce with water and 5 ounce white vinegar (2 ounce with water and 2 ounce
white vinegar). DO NOT BLEND HOT WATER.
3.
Put a seal on the bottom thread of the adapter. The seal should fit snugly and evenly around the
thread. Thread the adapter onto the cup in a clockwise direction just until tight. Put the cup and
adapter onto the base.
4.
Use Variable Speed:
a. Press Start / Stop.
b. Slowly increase 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 mixture to stand in the container for an additional 4 minutes (5 minutes total contact time).
6.
Pour vinegar mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing.
To Avoid Injury and Damage.
To avoid inadvertent activation, turn off and unplug the blender before cleaning.
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 liquid.
Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock.
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 a
mild solution of liquid dish soap and warm water. Do not place the blender base in water.
The centering pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.
3. Immediately dry all surfaces and polish with a soft cloth.
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