FAQs
Your Vitamix® motor is designed with Automatic Overload Protection to prevent it from overheating. If the motor shuts off, follow these instructions: Turn off the power switch for up to 45 minutes to reset. Reset time will be extended if high room temperatures exist.
Why does my Vitamix smell like burning rubber? ›
Why does my Vitamix machine smell like it's burning? Although all motors are tested at the Vitamix factory, heavy use will cause further curing of the motor windings in new machines. This curing gives off a burning smell and is typical for wound motors. This smell will quickly dissipate after a few heavy uses.
What is the circle with a line through it on my Vitamix? ›
Why does the display screen on my Ascent™ Series blender show a circle with a line through it? This symbol is there to let you know there is not a container seated on the motor base properly, so you will not be able to start the machine. Once you place a container on the motor base, the symbol will disappear.
Why does my Vitamix make a high pitched sound? ›
The high-pitched sound may indicate that the blade bearing assembly is starting to break down. Please contact customer service to troubleshoot this problem.
Where is the reset button on the Vitamix? ›
If the motor shuts off, press the black reset button on the bottom of the machine. Power Cord: Your machine is equipped with a long power cord.
How many years does a Vitamix last? ›
Vitamix machines should last up to ten years with proper care. They don't come with a lifetime warranty, so following care instructions is essential. Can you use a Vitamix as a food processor? Vitamix blenders can perform food processor functions like blending and chopping but can't slice or do more controlled tasks.
Why is Vitamix not glass? ›
Why doesn't Vitamix make a glass container? Our Research and Development Team is continuously researching product development. Currently, they have not found a suitable glass container design to meet the strict safety and performance requirements Vitamix places on its products.
Should you unplug Vitamix? ›
To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender base in water or other liquid. 4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Can you burn out the motor on Vitamix? ›
The Vitamix machine is built with a high-efficiency motor equipped with a radial cooling fan and has a built-in thermal protection system to prevent overload and motor burnout.
Which Vitamix is less noisy? ›
The A3500 is the quietest Vitamix model.
Blenders have built-in thermal protection that shuts off the motor to prevent overheating. If you've been using the blender for an extended period or have been blending particularly tough ingredients, it may have automatically shut off to protect the motor.
Does Vitamix need maintenance? ›
Vitamix® recommends inspecting drive sockets and centering pads weekly using the Blender Care & Maintenance Guide. Check for nicks, cracks, or gouges in the outer surface. If any are present, replace. Inspect the inner gear teeth of the drive socket.
Do Vitamix blenders wear out? ›
Containers: Grinding certain herbs and spices in the container/cup will result in cosmetic marring of the container/cup and may cause the blades to wear prematurely. Traces of sand, coarse gritty and abrasive herbs will also cause the blades to wear prematurely.
