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TROUBLESHOOTING
Automatic Overload Protection
Your Vitamix machine is equipped with a special feature: Automatic Overload Protection. This built-in
feature is designed to protect the motor and prevent your machine from overheating. That means peace
of mind for you as a Vitamix owner. When engaged, this Automatic Overload Protection will cause the
motor to shut o and possibly emit a light odor.
If your Automatic Overload Protection should ever be activated, refer to page 7 in this manual to easily
reset your machine.
Tips to prevent “overloading” your Vitamix machine:
• ProcessonlyVitamixrecipeswhenlearningtousethemachine
• Donotprocessrecipesatlowerspeedsthanrecommended
• Donotprocessrecipesathigherspeedsthanrecommended
• Donotprocessrecipeslongerthanrecommended
• Useyourtampertoprocessthickermixturesandkeepingredientsmovingaroundand
through the blades
Retainer Nut Loosening
In the event that the retainer nut at the bottom of your container loosens and no longer securely holds the
blade assembly in place, DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE CONTAINER. Call Vitamix Customer Service at
1-800-848-2649 or 1-440-235-4840, or your local dealer immediately for instructions.