Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit Professional Series 500 du fabricant Vita-Mix
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Owner ’ s Manual Read and sa ve these ins tructions Vita-Mix ® Corporation 8615 Usher Road Cleveland, OH 44138-2103 U.S.A. 1.800.848.2649 /+ 1.440.235.
2 Contents ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Let’s Get Started ..................................................
3 Congratulations! You are about to see how quick, easy and delicious healthy eating can be! Please read all the safety information, warnings and instructional material found in this booklet before getting started. Set your Vitamix machine on a dry, level surface.
4 SER VICE AND REGISTRA TION Vitamix Servic e Record the model number and serial number of your Vitamix in the spaces provided below for future reference.
5 1. Read all instructions, safeguar ds and warnings befor e operating the blender . 2. This blender is intended f or HOUSEHOLD USE ONL Y and is not intended t o be used to prepar e food for commer cial sale or for any other commercial use .
6 11. Switch off the applianc e and unplug before changing acc essories or approaching parts that mo ve in use . 12. Do not leav e or store f oreign objects, such as spoons, forks, kniv es or the lid cap, in the container . Starting the blender with a for eign object in the container will damage the blender and ma y cause injury .
7 Lid Cap 2-Part Lid Lid Flaps 2 L/64 o z. Container Blade Assembly Retainer Nut Centering P ad Drive Sock et Pulse Function Start/St op 3 Progr ammes & V ariable Speed Contr ol Motor Base Feet T amper On/Off Switch: The On/Off (or Power) Switch is on the front of the machine base.
8 To Lock the Lid in Place: Position the lid on the container with the lid flaps midway between the spout and the handle. Push the lid onto the container until it locks into place. The lid must always be secured when processing, especially when blending hot liquids that may scald.
9 1. On/Off Switch (l)/(O): The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine base. The On/Off Switch is located on the front of the machine. After plugging in the unit, make sure that the marker on the Variable Speed Dial points to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial and move the On/Off Switch to the On position.
10 4. Pulse Switch ( ): Variable Speed: Pressing down on the Pulse Switch will cause the machine to blend at the speed setting shown on the V ariable Speed Dial for as long as the Pulse Switch is held down. Programmes: The Pulse function can be used when a programme is selected.
11 W ARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. DO NOT reach into the container while the machine is running. Wet-Blade Container: Designed for processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soup, purees, batter, and for wet chopping.
12 CAUTION Rotating Blades Can Cause Damage. Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes. Use the tamper that was supplied with your machine. How to Determine the Tamper to be Used with Your Container Each type of tamper is designed to be used safely and effectively with a particular container.
13 W ARNING Rotating Blades Can Cause Severe Injury. • DO NOT put hands, spatulas etc. into the container while the machine is running or while the container is still on the base. • Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes.
14 V ariable Speed Befor e using the Variable Speed option, alw ays begin with the V ariable Speed Dial marker pointing to the Stop S ymbol ( ) at the top of the dial. 1. Rotate the dial to the right t o Variable Speed 1. 2. T o activat e the blending process, pr ess down on the Start/ Stop S witch.
15 Wet-Blade Container The Wet-Blade Container is designed for processing liquids, including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soup, purées and batter. Before using this container with Programmes or the Variable Speed option, always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointing to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial.
16 8. Take proper care when handling and processing hot ingredients and when making hot soup and sauces. 9. Due to the machine’s speed, processing times are much quicker than with standard appliances. Until you are accustomed to the machine, time things carefully to avoid over-processing.
17 Container To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps under Normal Cleaning, below. This will clean the unit and break in the motor. Normal Cleaning Always begin with the Variable Speed Dial pointing to the Stop Symbol ( ) at the top of the dial.
18 Motor Base 1. Unplug the power cable . 2. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge that has been rinsed in a mild solution of washing-up liquid and warm water. Do not place the motor base in water. 3. The centring pad can be removed for more thorough cleaning.
19 Your Vitamix motor is designed to be protected from overheating and overcurrent conditions during use. Both features will shut off the motor. The motor will possibly emit a slight odour. Follow the procedures below to reset the motor for either situation.
20 Full 7-Year Machine Warranty 1. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Vita-Mix Corporation (“Vitamix”) strongly encourages you to register your purchase. You can register by emailing our customer service department at service@vitamix.com or calling 0808 156 6633 (UK) or 0766 709854 (Ireland).
21 5. WHAT VOIDS THIS WARRANTY. Abuse, misuse, mishandling, negligent use, alteration of the Machine, exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions, usage with voltage supply other than that specified on the Machine, or failure to follow the operating instructions will void this Guarantee.
22 This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer and complies with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
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24 Motor: 2 peak output horsepower motor Electrical: 220 / 240 V, 50 Hz, 1100-1200 W Dimensions: Height: 52 cm / 20.4 in. Width: 18.5 cm / 7.2 in. Depth: 22.25 cm / 8.75 in. T o see the complete line of V itamix ® products, visit vitamix.c om, vitamix.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Vita-Mix Professional Series 500 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Vita-Mix Professional Series 500 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Vita-Mix Professional Series 500, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Vita-Mix Professional Series 500 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Vita-Mix Professional Series 500, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Vita-Mix Professional Series 500.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Vita-Mix Professional Series 500. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Vita-Mix Professional Series 500 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
