Vita-Mix PROFESSIONAL SERIES 300 Blender User Manual


 
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Container
To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps below:
Normal Cleaning:
1. Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple drops of liquid dish washing
detergent to the container. Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into locked position.
2. Select Variable Speed 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable
Speed 10, then to High. Run the machine on High speed for 30 to 60 seconds.
3. Turn o the machine, and rinse and drain the container.
To Sanitize:
1. Follow Normal Cleaning instructions above.
2. Fill the container half full with water and 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into locked position.
3. Select Variable Speed 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to variable
speed 10, then to High. Run the machine on High speed for 30 to 60 seconds.
4. Turn o the machine, and allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional
1 ½ minutes. Pour bleach mixture out. Allow container to air dry. Do not rinse
after sanitizing.
Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
Separate the lid and lid plug. Wash parts in warm, soapy water. Rinse clean
under running water and dry. Reassemble before use.
IMPORTANT: To ensure continued and effective performance, do not put
the container, lid, lid plug or tamper in the dishwasher.
Motor Base
1. Unplug the power cord. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that
has been rinsed in a mild solution of liquid detergent and warm water. Do not place the
motor base in water. (The centering pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.)
2. Thoroughly clean the switches so they work freely. They may become sticky from use.
Moisten a cotton swab with a household degreaser or cleaner and clean the grooves
around the switches. Immediately dry all surfaces. Polish with a soft cloth.
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before
cleaning machine.
Failure to follow instructions can
cause death or electrical shock.