Vitamix VM0145 Manual página 3

15. WARNING: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
• Never try to remove the blades while container is sitting on the motor base.
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Do not operate with loose, nicked or damaged blades – replace immediately.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, never place blade assembly on motor base without the Vitamix container properly attached.
• Care shall be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the bowl and during cleaning
16. The maximum capacity is equivalent to the ounces (liters) listed on the container, i.e., 48 oz. / 1.4 L, and is substantially less with thick
mixtures.
17. Always operate the Vitamix machine with the lid in place and securely attached.
18. Display window area will scratch when contacted with a scouring pad or sharp object. Use a soft cloth to wipe the control panel area
clean.
19. The machine cannot be cleaned with a water jet.
20. It is recommended that for a 120 V installation, you have at least one 20 amp outlet per machine, available within 6 ft. / 1.8 m of the
Vitamix. 220 V and 100 V units require a dedicated line. Consult an electrician for proper electrical needs.
21. CAUTION: Turn power off or unplug the machine before touching movable parts. Shut off power switch at night or whenever
machine will be left unattended .
22. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
Save These Safety Instructions
• The Vitamix blender's U.S.A. power cord comes equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-
prong wall outlet (Figure A). This cord will vary for countries outside the USA.
• Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the plug or power cord.
• Consult your electrician if you are not sure if the wall outlet is grounded through the building wiring.
WARNING!
Do not leave blender unattended when in use.
Turn power off or unplug the machine before touching movable parts. Shut off power switch at night or whenever
machine will be left unattended.
If you detect a change in the sound of the machine or if a hard or foreign object comes into contact with the blades, do
not serve the drink. Inspect your blade assembly for loose, nicked or missing parts. If parts are loose, missing, or nicked,
replace with new blade assembly.
When processing hot liquids:
• Do NOT expose the container to temperatures over 210°F (99°C).
• Do NOT expose the container to hot liquids or ingredients over 210°F (99°C).
Use caution. Escaping steam or splashes may scald. Never start on the highest speed when blending hot ingredients.
Three-prong adapters are not to be used in Canada.
FIGURE A
IMPORTANT NOTES!
THE INSTRUCTIONS APPEARING IN THIS USE AND CARE MANUAL CANNOT
COVER EVERY POSSIBLE CONDITION AND SITUATION THAT MAY OCCUR.
COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION MUST BE PRACTICED WHEN OPERATING
AND MAINTAINING ANY APPLIANCE.
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