Technology – the blender, containers and cups communicate through wireless technology.
Each container is programmed to run on the base for optimum performance according
to its size and functionality.
Legacy Vitamix Containers – Legacy Vitamix containers will not work with your Ascent
blender base. Legacy machines are the Vitamix C Series, G Series and S Series. For more
information about Vitamix products, please go to vitamix.com.
On/Off (I/O) Switch – the On/Off switch (I/O) is located on the right side of the base.
The On/Off switch controls power to the machine.
Sleep Mode – the blender will enter sleep mode if the control panel is not used for
60 seconds. The screen will dim. To exit sleep mode, rotate the variable-speed dial to the
desired speed or programme for your next blend.
Container Detect – three dashes (- - -) will be displayed on the control panel if a container
with attached lid is not on the blender base. Once a container with lid is placed, 0:00 will
show on the display. The blender will not operate without a container and attached lid in
place.
Start/Stop (I)
– stop the blender at any time by pressing Start/Stop (I) .
Variable-Speed Dial – the Variable-Speed Dial gives you manual control from Variables 1
(slowest) to 10 (highest).
Pulse ()
– the blades will rotate at the speed displayed on the control panel when pressed.
Display – the timer will count up when using variable speed until Start/Stop is pressed.
Each container is programmed with a specific maximum run time. The blender will turn off
automatically when the maximum run time has elapsed.
Programmes – the icons are listed in Vitamix recipes. The blender will stop automatically
at the end of the programme. Programmes can be stopped by pressing Start/Stop at any
time. Programme times are not adjustable with the timer function. When Start/Stop is
pressed mid-programme; the machine will stop and the programme time will reset on the
display to the beginning of the run time. If the dial is moved to Standby (
visible on the display.
Smoothies Frozen Desserts Soups
Error Codes – if you see an error code on the display, make a note of the numbers on the
display after the error code. Call Vitamix Customer Services or your distributor for help
with the issue.
Motor – the motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. If the blender does not start immediately, check to make sure that you have plugged in the unit
and that the On/Off switch is On. If the motor has overheated, allow the motor to cool for 20-45 minutes.
Tips to prevent 'overloading' your blender:
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When learning how to use the blender, we recommend using only Vitamix recipes.
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Do not process recipes at lower speeds than recommended.
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Do not process recipes at higher speeds than recommended.
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Do not process recipes for longer than recommended.
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Use your tamper to process thicker mixtures and keep ingredients moving around and through the blades.
Tamper – lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types and sizes. Use the tamper that was supplied with
your blender. The container should not be more than two thirds full when the tamper is used. To avoid overheating, DO NOT use the tamper for
more than 30 consecutive seconds.
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