Vita Mix High Performance Commercial Blenders User Manual

F O O D S E R V I C E  
Owner’s Manual  
Read And Save These Instructions  
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Bar Boss, Drink Machine  
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Vita-Prep & Vita-Pro  
High-Performance Commercial Blenders  
Includes: Bar Boss • Two-Step Timer • Two-Speed  
Variable Speed • Single-Step Timer • Vita-Prep • Vita-Pro  
All Models  
Important Safeguards  
Important Safeguards  
1. Read all instructions.  
18. CAUTION: On all units with timers the light in the front panel START/STOP switch,  
when lit, indicates the power to blender is ON and blender could start. Turn power  
off before touching movable parts.  
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base in water or other  
liquid.  
19. WARNING: When processing hot liquids:  
3. Close adult supervision is necessary when appliance is used by or near children.  
4. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet when the Vita-Mix® blender is not in  
use, before disassembling, putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning other  
than washing the container.  
• The 2-part latching lid must be securely in place. This allows steam to escape  
naturally, and will prevent the lid from coming off when the machine is turned on.  
• Do not start on HIGH speed. Always start hot liquids on LOW speed then switch  
to HIGH speed while the machine is running.  
5. Never contact moving parts, especially the blades.  
• Use caution with hot liquids. Spraying from under the lid plug can occur,  
or escaping steam may cause scalding.  
• Do not process hot liquids with the Vita-Mix non-latching lid.  
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance  
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call Vita-Mix Service,  
(800) 4DRINK4, (800-437-4654) or (440) 235-0214 at once for possible  
replacement, examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. If you  
live outside the USA, contact your Vita-Mix Distributor.  
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7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Vita-Mix Corporation may  
cause fire, shock, or injury.  
8. Do not use outdoors.  
Enjoy the safety of this grounded appliance. The Vita-Mix blender’s U.S. power cord  
comes equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard  
three-prong wall outlet (Figure A).  
9. Do not let the power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.  
10. Keep hands and utensils out of container while motor is running to prevent the  
possibility of severe personal injury and/or damage to the Vita-Mix blender. A  
rubber scraper may be used, but only when the Vita-Mix Drink blender is not  
running. The tamper may be used while motor is running with the main part of  
the lid in place.  
Adapters (Figure B) are available for two-prong outlets. 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. With a properly grounded two prong wall outlet, ground the machine by  
attaching the tab on the adapter to the wall outlet cover by means of the screw in the  
center of the cover (Figure B).  
11. WARNING: Blade is sharp. Handle carefully.  
• Never try to remove blade while container is sitting on the motor base.  
• Do not operate with loose, nicked or damaged blade - replace immediately.  
To reduce the risk of personal injury, never place blade assembly on motor base  
without blender container properly attached.  
THREE PRONG  
ADAPTERS  
12. The maximum capacity is equivalent to the ounces listed on the container, i.e. 64  
oz. (2 liter), 48 oz. (1.4 liter) and substantially less with thick mixtures.  
13. Container should not be more than 2/3 full when the tamper is left in place while  
blending. Do not exceed 30 seconds of continuous blending with tamper in place.  
14. When making peanut butter (or other nut butters, or oil based foods) do not  
process for more than one minute after mixture starts circulating. Over-processing  
will cause the mixture in the container to overheat.  
ARE NOT TO  
BE USED IN  
Figure A  
Figure B  
CANADA.  
15. CAUTION: Cooling problems resulting in thermal shut-off and eventual motor  
damage may result if machine is operated in sound chambers other than those  
approved by Vita-Mix.  
16. Always operate the Vita-Mix blender with a lid in place.  
17. The maximum capacity is equivlaent to the ounces (liters) listed on the container,  
i.e. 64 oz. (2 liter), 48 oz. (1.4 liter), and substantially less with thick mixtures.  
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20 or 45 Second Timer  
Model  
NOTE: Blenders come with several different control options. Please be sure you are  
following the instructions for your blender model.  
ON  
ON/OFF switch. Up for ON. Down for OFF.  
All times are at HIGH speed. During operation,  
you may interrupt timer by turning power  
switch OFF.  
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Two-Step Timer Model  
ON/OFF switch. Up for ON. Down for OFF.  
All times are total times. During operation, you  
may interrupt timer by pressing START/STOP  
switch.  
TIMER dial. Allows user to select a number  
of timed settings. Increments on timer are  
approximate seconds. Timer is activated only  
when the power switch is ON. Blender will shut  
off automatically at the end of the pre-set time.  
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OFF  
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TIMER DIAL. Allows user to select a number  
of timed settings. Increments on timer are  
approximate seconds. Timer is activated only  
when the power switch is ON. Blender will shut  
off automatically at the end of the pre-set time.  
START TIMER switch. This is a lighted switch.  
When light is lit power is on. Depress START  
TIMER switch to activate timer setting.  
Note on Two-Step Timers: Stop mid  
cycle with START/STOP switch, not  
the power switch. If the power switch  
was used, wait 30 seconds for power  
to recycle and the timer to reset  
before resuming operation.  
START TIMER switch. This is a lighted switch.  
When light is lit power is on. Depress START  
TIMER switch to activate timer setting and again  
to stop midcycle.  
Bar Boss Timer Model  
ON/OFF switch. Located on the front of the  
machine below the switch panel, controls the  
power to the machine. With the machine plugged  
in, switch the machine to ON to ready the  
machine for blending. Shut OFF power switch  
at night or whenever the machine will be left  
unattended.  
Two-Speed Model  
ON/OFF switch. Up for ON. Down for OFF.  
Note on Bar Boss Timers: Stop mid  
cycle with START/STOP switch, not  
the ON/OFF switch. If the ON/OFF  
switch was used, wait 30 seconds for  
power to recycle and the timer to  
reset before resuming operation.  
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HIGH/LOW switch. Up for HIGH. Down for LOW.  
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START TIMER switch. This is a lighted switch.  
When light is lit power is on. Depress START  
TIMER switch to activate timer setting and again  
to stop midcycle.  
Variable Speed Model  
ON/OFF switch. Up for ON; down for OFF.  
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During operation, you may interrupt timer by  
pressing START/STOP switch.  
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HIGH/VARIABLE switch. HIGH overrides the  
VARIABLE SPEED dial and is the fastest speed  
available. VARIABLE speed is required to use  
the VARIABLE SPEED dial.  
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TIMER DIAL. Allows user to select a number  
of timed settings. Increments on timer are  
approximate seconds. Timer is activated only  
when the power switch is ON. Blender will shut  
off automatically at the end of the pre-set time.  
VARIABLE SPEED dial. Allows user to select  
continuously variable motor speeds ranging  
from 1,000 rpm to 24,000 rpm. Active only  
when HIGH/VARIABLE switch is set on  
VARIABLE position.  
PULSE switch. Pulse button can only be used  
when the power switch is ON. The PULSE  
switch can be used to quickly refresh product  
in the container by depressing the switch and  
holding down as long as needed.  
NOTE: Switches will become sticky from use. Use a wet cloth or sponge to flush and  
clean in the groove around the water-shielded switches. You may also lightly spray  
the surface around the switches with an all purpose cleaner such as Cinch® or 409®  
and work the switches back and forth a few times to loosen any dried residue under  
switch. Leaving switches sticky will damage or burn out the switches.  
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NOTE: Lids come in several different styles. Please be sure you are following the  
instructions for your style of lid.  
NOTE: Lids come in several different styles. Please be sure you are following the  
instructions for your style of lid.  
To secure lid plug, rotate  
it so one tab locks  
Figure D  
Two-Part Lid  
Two-Part Lid  
between the stops on  
top of rubber lid  
64 oz. (2 liter) Polycarbonate container  
The two part lid is easy to clean and easy  
to put on and take off. (Note: Brand new lids  
are a little stiff. This is temporary.)  
Press in above  
container tab  
to remove lid  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate stackable  
container  
The two part lid is easy to clean and easy to  
put on, take off and seal.  
• The lid has a continuous rim which latches  
inside the container tabs. Push one side of  
the rim under one tab, and with the heel of  
To remove fully latched lid, squeeze tabs  
together on both sides of the container,  
pull upward and off.  
Rim  
your hands push down, over the opposite tab,  
to snap lid into position.  
To remove lid, place hands around the lid,  
pressing thumbs above one of the container  
tabs. Push in and lift off.  
• The center lid plug can be removed when  
using the tamper. Twist plug to fasten  
or remove.  
• The center lid plug can be removed when  
using the tamper. Twist plug to fasten  
or remove.  
Container  
tab  
CUPS  
B(1) Unsealed/unlatched  
B(2) Sealed  
B(3) Fully Latched  
Figure A  
Always latch lid when processing hot  
liquids. See warning on page 3.  
1 Piece Lid  
(Lid resting on container  
using hand to stabilize.)  
(Lid pushed into container.  
Side latches are not under  
container lip.)  
(Side latches are snapped  
under container lip.)  
64 oz. (2 liter) Polycarbonate container  
The one piece lid is easy to put on or take off,  
and to clean, for quick operation. (Note: Brand  
new lids are a little stiff. This is temporary.)  
• There is no latch on this lid. Simply hold the  
lid on when starting.  
CUPS  
• Add ingredients through port in top.  
NOTE: To make new lids easier to insert and remove, rub a light coating of cooking oil  
around bottom where it seals. Place it in container for several minutes, remove and  
lightly wipe oil off lid.  
Caution: Do not use non-latching lid when  
processing hot ingredients. Not for use with  
a tamper.  
Figure C  
NOTE: To make new lids easier to insert and remove, rub a light coating of cooking oil  
around bottom where it seals. Place it in container for several minutes, remove and  
lightly wipe oil off lid.  
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TM  
Bar Boss and Timer Blender Instructions  
1. Set the container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering pad anchored to  
the base. (Motor must be completely stopped before positioning container). Containers  
are not to be used for hard, dry materials. Avoid running your Bar Boss/Timer Blender with  
the container empty.  
How to operate your Two-Speed or Variable  
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Speed Drink Machines, Vita-Pro and  
2. Place liquids and soft foods in the container first, solid items and ice last. Prepare  
food by cutting or breaking into 1-3 inch (3-8 cm) pieces. Frozen fruit should be as small  
as practical.  
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Vita-Prep.  
1. Set the container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering pad anchored to  
the base. (Motor must be completely stopped before positioning container.) Containers  
are not to be used for hard, dry materials. Avoid running the blender with the  
container empty.  
3. Position lid on the container. If blending hot ingredients, the lid must be securely in  
place. When processing hot liquids, DO NOT use the non-latching lid.  
4. Press ON/OFF switch to ON. Activate the timer by selecting the desired timer setting  
on the dial and then depressing the START/STOP TIMER switch on the left.  
4a. If mixture stops circulating, you have likely trapped an air bubble. Either insert the  
tamper through the lid while blending, or stop the motor remove the container from  
the base and stir or scrape the mixture from the sides of container into the center  
using a rubber spatula to press any air bubbles away from the blades. Replace the  
lid and continue blending.  
2. Place liquids and soft foods in container first, solid items and ice last. Prepare food by  
cutting or breaking into 1-3 inch (3-8 cm) pieces. Frozen fruit, should be as small as  
practical. Thawed or partially thawed fruit is recommended. High-speed is recommended  
for heavy-duty blending.  
3. Always use a lid when blending. If blending hot ingredients, the lid must be securely in  
place. When processing hot liquids, DO NOT use the non-latching lid.  
4. Select desired speed setting. Most foods are blended on HIGH speed. Start heavy or  
thick foods on the recommended speed then switch to HIGH once the mixture begins  
processing. If mixture stops circulating insert the tamper through the lid while blending  
(see page 11), or stop the motor, remove container and stir or scrape the mixture from  
the sides of container into the center using a rubber spatula. Replace the lid and  
continue blending.  
Note: START/STOP TIMER switch on your machine is lit when power is on. Avoid  
moveable parts. The timer stops working if machine is overloaded on low speed.  
Reset by turning power off for 15 seconds.  
Warning: 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. (See page 10.)  
4b. To prevent possible splashing, lightly rest your hand on the lid while turning the  
machine on (except when processing hot liquids).  
Warning: 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/food.  
Inspect your blade assembly for loose, nicked or missing parts. If parts are  
loose, missing or nicked replace with new blade assembly. (See page 10).  
5. To prevent possible splashing, lightly rest your hand on the lid while turning the machine  
on (except when processing hot liquids).  
4c. Due to the blending speed of the machine, processing times are greatly reduced  
over standard machines. Until you become accustomed to the speed, watch your  
mixture carefully to avoid over-blending.  
4d. If stopping the machine mid cycle, use the START/STOP switch, not the POWER  
switch. If the POWER switch was used, wait 30 seconds for power to recycle and  
the timer to reset before resuming operation.  
6. Due to the speed of the machine, processing times are greatly reduced over standard  
machines. Until you become accustomed to the speed, count your time carefully by  
watching the second hand of a clock, or count slowly to avoid over blending.  
7. After blender has been turned off, wait until the blade has come to a complete stop before  
removing the lid or container from the motor base. Note: The thermal protector shuts the  
motor off to protect it from overheating. To restart, wait for motor to cool down with the  
power off (up to 30 minutes). Note: Cooling may be quickened by placing the motor  
base in a refrigerator or a cool spot. (Unplug first.) To speed up the process try circulating  
the air with a vacuum or fan aimed at the bottom of the base. When this happens,  
review your processing techniques and your instructions. Your recipes may: 1) be too  
thick - add liquid; 2) be processed too long at too low a speed setting. Use HIGH speed  
whenever possible. If the motor seems to be overheating (and the thermal overload  
protector has not turned the machine off), remove the container from the base. Set  
the dial on LOW (#10). Turn the machine ON and let the machine run for one minute.  
8. Up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) of power cord is available for use and is secured by plastic  
cord retainer clips underneath the motor base. Do not let the power cord hang over  
edge of counter or touch hot surfaces.  
5. After blender has been turned off, wait until blade comes to a complete stop before  
removing the lid or container from the motor base.  
Note: The thermal protector shuts the motor off to protect it from overheating. To restart,  
wait for motor to cool down with the power off (up to 30 minutes). When this happens,  
review your processing techniques and your instructions. Your recipes may be too thick  
or have too much material in them.  
Cooling may be quickened by placing the motor base in a refrigerator or a cool spot.  
Unplug first. To speed up the process try circulating the air with a vacuum or fan aimed  
at the bottom of the base. If the motor seems to be over heating (and the thermal  
overload protector has not turned the machine off), remove the container from the  
base. Set the timer for 20 seconds. Turn the machine ON and let the machine run for  
20 seconds. Repeat this step 3 times for a total of 1 minute.  
6. To use the pulse switch on the Bar Boss blender: Press ON/OFF switch to ON.  
With the container on the motor base depress the pulse switch. Release the switch to  
turn off the motor.  
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Blade Agitator Assembly. Use caution when handling  
the blade; it is sharp. When inserting the blade  
assembly through the container bottom, align the flat  
sides. Gravity holds it in place while the retainer nut is  
tightened. Do not attempt to disassemble this part.  
The tamper prevents an air bubble from  
forming while blending. It is used when  
making frozen ice creams, pureeing fruits  
and vegetables, making peanut butter (or  
whenever your mixture requires it). It also  
permits you to push ingredients down  
around the blades while the Vita-Mix  
blender is running.  
Drive Spline. Mates with drive socket on the motor  
base to turn the blade. Note: Removing and replacing  
your container while the coupling is still rotating will  
strip the drive spline “teeth”. (This part is NOT  
removable.)  
Tamper use:  
• Use only with the lid in place and the  
center lid plug removed.  
• The splash disc prevents the tamper  
from hitting the blades when inserted  
through the lid.  
• Container should not be more than  
2/3 full when the tamper is left in place  
while blending.  
Retainer Nut. Must be snug. Order the available  
retainer nut wrench for best results. (Refer to the  
diagram below to remove or replace.)  
Never use a blade assembly  
with loose, damaged or nicked  
components.  
To avoid overheating, do not exceed  
30 seconds of continuous blending  
with tamper in place.  
• If thick mixtures stop circulating, you  
have likely trapped an air bubble.  
Insert tamper through the lid and stir  
to release it.  
• Holding the tamper at an angle near  
the side and pushing towards the  
center will be more effective when  
creating a thicker, smoother drink.  
Retainer Nut Removal  
• The retainer nut is easily removed  
using a standard 6” (15 cm) screw-  
driver. Turn container upside down  
and insert screwdriver shaft between  
the lobe and drive spline. Push the  
screwdriver handle counterclockwise  
to loosen nut. Once loosened, remove  
by hand.  
*NOTE: Tampers have a small step on  
them. The step prevents contact of the  
tamper with the blades in the 48 oz. (1.4 liter)  
polycarbonate containers. Tampers cannot  
be used with one piece non-latching lid.  
Lobe  
Retainer Nut  
Drive Spline  
Container (bottom view)  
To replace, position retainer nut on top  
of blade assembly and hand tighten.  
Then, using the screwdriver, tighten  
clockwise until it stops. If it is not tight  
enough, you will notice increased  
container noise.  
Warning  
When processing hot liquids always:  
• Use caution; escaping steam or splatters may scald.  
• Completely latch the lid; this will prevent expansion from blowing it off when the  
machine is turned on.  
• Start on LOW speed then switch to HIGH speed. Never start on HIGH speed with  
hot ingredients.  
• Do not process hot ingredients with the non-latching lid.  
Available: For best results we recommend using  
a Retainer Nut Wrench in place of screwdriver.  
To order ask for Item #1222.  
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Bar Boss, Drink Machine  
NOTE: Blenders come in several similar styles. Please be sure you are following  
the parts list for your blender model.  
Item # Part  
Vita-Pro and Vita-Prep  
NOTE: Blenders come in several similar styles. Please be sure you are following the  
parts list for your blender model.  
Item # Part  
#755  
#1195  
#760  
#791  
PLS132  
#802  
Polycarbonate lid plug - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Polycarbonate container, wet blade assembly & lid - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Tamper  
#755  
#756  
#760  
#791  
Polycarbonate lid plug - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Polycarbonate container, ice blade assembly & lid - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Tamper  
Sound-reducing centering pad  
Sound-reducing centering pad  
Variable speed control knob / timer control knob  
Drive socket  
Owner’s Manual  
Heavy-duty retainer nut  
Agitator assembly (wet blades)  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container lid plug  
Lid assembly for polycarbonate container - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Lid only (no plug) for polycarbonate container - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Retainer nut wrench  
1-piece thermoplastic rubber lid for 64 oz. (2 liter) container  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container,  
wet blade & lid assembly  
PLS132  
#802  
XDM034  
#836  
#1151  
#1191  
#1192  
#1222  
#1159  
PLS145  
#15506  
Variable speed control knob / timer control knob  
Drive socket  
Owner’s Manual  
Heavy-duty retainer nut  
Agitator assembly (ice blades)  
Lid assembly for polycarbonate container- 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Lid only (no plug) for polycarbonate container - 64 oz. (2 liter)  
Retainer nut wrench  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container lid plug  
1-piece thermoplastic rubber lid for 64 oz. (2 liter) container  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container,  
ice blade & lid assembly  
XDM034  
#836  
#1152  
#1159  
#1191  
#1192  
#1222  
PLS145  
#15504  
#15502  
#15507  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container only  
2-piece thermoplastic rubber lid for 48 oz. (1.4 liter) stackable container  
#15502  
#15507  
48 oz. (1.4 liter) polycarbonate stackable container only  
2-piece thermoplastic rubber lid for 48 oz. (1.4 liter) stackable container  
*Notice: Other than the drive socket, blade assembly, and retainer nut, this unit is not  
user serviceable.  
*Notice: Other than the drive socket, blade assembly and retainer nut, this unit  
is not user serviceable.  
#1159  
#15507  
#755  
#755  
#1191  
#1195  
#1191  
#1222  
#1192  
PLS145  
#1192  
#15504  
#15502  
(container  
without  
blade or lid)  
#1159  
#756  
#1152  
#836  
#1151  
#760  
#15507  
#836  
#791  
#802  
#791  
#802  
#15506  
#15502  
(container  
#760  
without  
blade or lid)  
PLS145  
PLS132  
PLS132  
#1222  
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Care Note  
Motor Base  
1. Unplug the power cord.  
To ensure that you get the longest possible life from your Vita-Mix product, we recom-  
mend the following products, when used as directed by the supplier:  
2. Wash outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge, which has been rinsed in a  
mild solution of liquid dish soap (Ivory Liquid® or equivalent) in warm water. NEVER  
IMMERSE MOTOR BASE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.  
Cleaning Product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supplier  
Solid Supra, Solid Power,.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ecolab, Inc., St. Paul, MN  
Guardian Acclaim, Solid Guardian Plus, . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 352-5326  
Solid Super Impact, Solid Insure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.ecolab.com  
Diverpak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diversey, Livonia, MI  
Eclipse H2, Liqui-Safe L7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 521-8140  
Acclean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Klenzade Products  
Poly-Brite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Division of Ecolab  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Paul, MN  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (612) 293-2165  
Glow MB-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wesmar Company, Inc.  
Lustre NC-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle, WA  
Lustre Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (206)783-5344  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.wesmar.com  
PSRA 41-D, PSRA 41-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anderson Chemical Co.  
Liqui-Ware 1, Liqui-Ware MC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Litchfield, MN  
D-Flex, Sur-Met . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 366-2477  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.andersonchemical.com  
3. Thoroughly clean switches so that they work freely. They will become sticky from  
use. Use a wet cloth or sponge* to flush and clean in the groove around the water  
shielded switches. You may also lightly spray the surface around the switches with  
an all-purpose cleaner such as Cinch® or 409® and work the switches back and forth  
a few times to loosen any dried residue under switch.  
4. Polish with a soft cloth.  
* Note: Be sure to wring excess water out of cloth or sponge when cleaning around the  
controls or any electrical part.  
Lid  
Separate the lid and plug, then wash in warm soapy water. Rinse clean under running  
water and dry. Reassemble before use. (See pages 6 and 7).  
Container  
1. To clean: Fill pitcher 1/4 full with warm (110˚F/43˚C) water and add a couple drops  
of dish soap**. Return container to motor base and firmly position the two part lid.  
Run machine for 30 seconds. Empty container. Repeat this step.  
** Note: To prolong polycarbonate container life, Vita-Mix recommends using soaps  
with a low Ph balance, such as a manual pot and pan detergent. Due to the nature  
of polycarbonates, automatic dishwashing is not recommended.  
2. Fill pitcher 3/4 full with warm (110˚F/43˚C) water (do not add soap). Return container  
to motor base and firmly position the two part lid. Run machine for 30 seconds.  
Empty container.  
Rinse Aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supplier  
Solid Rinse Dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ecolab, Inc., St. Paul, MN  
Solid Brilliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 352-8140  
Jet Dry, Rinse Dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.ecolab.com  
Destainer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supplier  
NuWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diversey, Livonia, MI  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 521-8140  
NOTE: Switches will become sticky from use. Use a wet cloth or sponge to flush and  
clean in the groove around the water-shielded switches. You may also lightly spray the  
surface around the switches with an all-purpose cleaner such as Cinch® or 409® and  
work the switches back and forth a few times to loosen any dried residue under switch.  
Dirty switches may burn out.  
ADDITIONAL NOTE: Do not let mixtures, liquids and food products dry within the  
container. Rinse throughout use. Drying may lock around the blade and weaken/tear  
the bearings seal when restarted. Do not place containers in the freezer. Extremely  
low temperature combined with hot ingredients and/or the immediate rapid action of  
the blade may crack the container. Due to the nature of polycarbonates, microwaving  
and automatic dishwashing are not recommended. Follow the cleaning instructions on  
page 15.  
3. If any solid residue remains, remove the blade agitator assembly (see page 10) and  
wash all container parts in warm soapy water. Rinse and drain. Reassemble before  
next step.  
4. To sanitize: If all solid residue is gone after step 2 or after completion of step 3,  
fill container 3/4 full with a sanitizing solution mix.*** Return container to motor base  
and firmly position the two part lid. Run machine on HIGH for 30 seconds. Empty  
container.  
5. Return container to motor base and run machine empty for an additional 5 seconds.  
Do not rinse after sanitizing.  
*** Recommended sanitizing solution: 1-1/2 teaspoons Chlorox® institutional or house-  
hold bleach in 2 quarts (2 liter) water.  
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Top four problems you can fix on your own  
Dimensions:  
Height of Motor Base: 8-1/2” (21.25 cm)  
• with 64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate container and lid: 20” (50 cm)  
1. Problem:  
Solution #1:  
• increased vibration  
• leaking from bottom of container  
• increased container noise  
Check blade assembly for loose, damaged  
or nicked components and replace.  
Solution #2:  
• with 64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate container without lid: 18” (45 cm)  
• with 48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate container and lid: 17-1/2” (46.75 cm)  
• with 48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate container without lid: 9-1/4” (44.75 cm)  
64 oz (2 liter) Polycarbonate Container with lid, no base: 12-3/4” (32 cm)  
48 oz (1.4 liter) Polycarbonate Container with lid, no base: 10” (25.5 cm)  
Dimensions: 8” W x 9” D x 20” H (20.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 51 cm)  
Ship weight of machine: 13 lbs. (6 kg)  
Tighten retainer nut with screwdriver  
moving clockwise until it is snug. See p. 10.  
2. Problem:  
• Machine will not run.  
Solution #1:  
Double-check to make sure power cord is  
firmly in power outlet.  
Solution #2:  
Check to make sure switches are clean  
and moving freely.  
Solution #3:  
The thermal protector may have turned the  
machine off. Turn power off for up to 30  
minutes to reset. Note: Cooling may be  
quickened by placing the motor base in a  
refrigerator or cool spot. (Unplug first). To  
speed up the cooling process, try circulat-  
ing the air with a fan or vacuum at the bot-  
tom of the motor base.  
Power Requirements:  
Volts: 100 VAC  
Watts: 900  
Hz: 50/60  
Volts: 120 VAC  
Amps: 11.5  
Hz: 50/60  
Volts: 220/240 VAC  
Watts: 750-850  
Hz: 50/60  
3. Problem:  
Solution:  
• loud noise from blade area  
• blades don’t spin  
Drive Socket may be broken. Check for a  
fine crack down the center or worn teeth-  
replace with a new drive socket. (Item #  
802). Instructions are included with part.  
4. Problem:  
Solution:  
• Bar Boss/Timer Blender will not run  
when START TIMER switch is  
activated.  
Check ON/OFF switch to make sure the  
switch is in the ON position. Note: START  
TIMER switch is lit when power is on.  
On Two-Step Timers:  
Timer stops working if machine is overloaded on low speed. Reset by turning power  
off for 15 seconds. Do not turn power off midway through a blending cycle. To interrupt  
cycle, press START/STOP TIMER switch one time. See page 9.  
The instructions appearing in this Owner’s Manual cannot cover every possible  
condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be  
practiced when operating and maintaining any appliance.  
If you cannot fix your machine with these suggestions, technical help is available by  
calling 800-4DRINK4 (800-437-4654). If you live outside the USA, contact your local  
Vita-Mix distributor.  
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Vita-Mix Corporation warrants your Commercial Vita-Mix appliance to be free from  
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of  
purchase when used in accordance with the accompanying instruction booklet.  
PLEASE NOTE: The Service Contract outlined in the following paragraphs applies only  
to customers in the United States and Canada. Customers in all other countries should  
contact their local Vita-Mix distributor for service details.  
Provisions of this limited warranty are void if your Vita-Mix appliance has been  
subjected to obvious abuse, negligence, accident, alteration, or failure to follow  
operating instructions, or product exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions.  
Cosmetic changes such as discoloration of parts of the product in the hands of the  
user or the effects of the use of abrasive cleaners will not be warranted or considered  
defects. The cleaning or removal of food products along with any damage caused by  
allowing them to build up is not covered by this limited warranty. Warranty is void if  
the Vita-Mix blender is put into a sound reduction chamber that does not allow proper  
cooling.  
This Vita-Mix blender includes a 1-Year Service Contract effective from date of  
purchase. Proof of date of purchase may be required.  
The Vita-Mix Service Contract includes the following:  
1. Only one extra drive socket - to facilitate simple repairs and prevent down time is  
included and packaged with each machine.  
2. Additional drivers and tamper, unless defective, are not covered. NOTE: to determine  
if you have a defective part, please order a replacement part through Vita-Mix  
Customer Service and, when the new part arrives, return the old part in the same  
packaging. Vita-Mix will inspect the returned part and, if defective, issue a refund for  
the price of the new part. A part will be considered defective if no abuse or neglect  
was involved with its break. Non defective parts sent to Vita-Mix for inspection will  
not be returned if deemed unusable. Service Contract covers functionality of the  
machine but not abuse or lack of recommended maintenance.  
In the event your Vita-Mix appliance needs service or repair covered by the terms of  
this warranty, please call the Vita-Mix Corporation for shipping instructions. The Vita-Mix  
blender must be sent in original or sufficient packaging.  
This limited warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied. No  
representative or any other person is authorized to make any other warranty or to  
assume any liability not strictly in accordance with the foregoing. This limited warranty  
gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state. Proof of purchase  
may be required to prove date of purchase.  
3. In the Continental United States, sender pays freight one way to Vita-Mix  
Corporation. The Vita-Mix Corporation will pay UPS ground freight charges to return  
the machine to the sender. Sender pays costs for special shipping requests. Outside  
Continental United States, other service contracts may apply.  
Outside the Continental U.S.A. other warranties may apply. (Call or check with your  
Vita-Mix distributor for details). In case of shipping damage, notify the shipper or carrier  
immediately. Outside the USA, contact your local Vita-Mix Distributor.  
Before returning this product for any reason, including repair, please, first contact our  
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT: (800) 4DRINK4, (800) 437-4654 or (440) 235-0214  
to receive a “RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER”.  
Note: Within the United States, Limited Warranty and Service Contract are honored  
directly through the Vita-Mix Corporation, Cleveland, Ohio USA. Non-warranty repairs  
can be performed by any CFESA service center. For machines sold in the USA, call  
Vita-Mix (800) 4DRINK4 (800-437-4654) or (440) 235-0214.  
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VITA-MIX® CORPORATION  
Foodservice Division  
8615 Usher Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44138-2103 USA  
©2002 Vita-Mix Corporation. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or  
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording or any information storage and retrieval system  
without the written permission of the Vita-Mix Corporation.  
Printed in U.S.A  
XDM034 3/03  

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