Vita-Mix NA Blender User Manual


 
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8. Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and
making hot soups and sauces.
9. Due to the machine’s speed, processing times are much quicker than
standard appliances. Until you are accustomed to the machine, count your
time carefully to avoid over-processing.
10. After pressing the Start / Stop switch to stop the cycle, wait until the blades
stop completely before removing the lid or container from the motor base.
Dry Blade Container
Before using this container for programs or the Variable Speed option, always
begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointed at the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of
the dial.
If purchased, your dry blade container should be used only for hard, dry materials,
such as grain, and for kneading dough.
1. Load the container before placing it on the motor base.
2. Securely fasten the 2-part lid. Always use the complete 2-part lid when
blending (unless the tamper is inserted through the lid plug opening).
3. With the motor o, set the dry blade container on the motor base by
aligning it over the centering pad. Do not ever attempt to put a container
on an operating motor base or to operate a motor base without a container
properly in place.
4. To begin, make sure the On / O switch is in the On position.
5. Use the Variable Speed dial to select a function.
• Variable Speed - Rotate the dial right of center to Variable Speed 1.
• Programs - Rotate the dial left of center to the desired program.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Never Start on Speeds Above 1 with
Hot Liquids to Avoid Possible Burns.
Escaping steam, splashes or contents
may scald.
To secure the contents, lock the lid and lid
plug securely in place prior to operating
the machine.
Always start on Variable 1, slowly increase
to 10.