Vitamix Ascent A3500 Owner's Manual
A3300 And A3500 HigH-PerformAnce Blenders
Ascent Series
VM0185
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Im p o rta n t Sa f e g u a r dS
WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious injury when using your Vitamix® blender, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following.
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not use blender for other than intended use.
3. Not intended for use by or near children or persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge. Close supervision is necessary when any blende r is used
by or near children or incapacitated persons. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the blender.
4. WARNING: To avoid inadvertent activation, turn o and unplug
before cleaning.
5. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting
of the thermal cut-out, power to this blender must not be supplied
through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to
a circuit that is regularly switched on and o by the utility.
6. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender
base in water or other liquid.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking o
parts, and before cleaning.
8. Always check that the blender is OFF before plugging cord into wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn OFF the blender, then remove plug from
wall outlet.
9. Illuminated icons and numbers on the control panel indicates ready to
operate. Avoid inadvertent contact with the touch screen.
10. Avoid contacting moving parts.
11. Do not operate any blender with a damaged cord or plug or after
the blender malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Call Vitamix Customer Service at 1.800.848.2649 or 1.440.235.4840
or email service@vitamix.com at once for examination, repair,
replacement, or adjustment. If purchased outside the U.S.A. or
Canada, contact your local Vitamix dealer.
12. GFI circuit breakers might be installed in your kitchen. Look for them
in outlets near sinks. If the blender won’t operate, unplug the blender.
Reset the wall outlet or circuit breaker. If the circuit breaker continues
to trip, unplug the blender from the outlet. Allow the blender to sit for
24 hours before attempting to use it again. Contact Vitamix Customer
Service if the problem persists.
13. Alteration or modification of any part of the blender, including the
use of any part or parts that are not genuine authorized Vitamix
parts, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury and will void your
warranty.
14. The use of attachments not expressly authorized or sold by Vitamix
for use with this blender, including canning jars, may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury. Use in this way will void your warranty.
15. Do not use outdoors.
16. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
17. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in or on a heated
oven.
18. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce
the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A
rubber scraper or spatula may be used, but only when the blender is
not running.
19. The tamper provided must be used only when the main part of the lid
is in place.
20. Blades are sharp. Clean around the blade assembly in the container
with extreme care to avoid injury. To reduce the risk of injury, never
place a blade assembly on the motor base unless assembled to the
Vitamix container.
21. Care should be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades,
emptying the container and during cleaning.
22. Do not leave foreign objects, such as spoons, forks, knives or the
lid plug, in the container as this will damage the blades and other
components when starting the blender and may cause injury.
23. Never attempt to operate with damaged blades.
24. Never attempt to operate with the centering pad removed.
25. Always operate blender with lid and lid plug firmly in place. The lid
plug should be removed only when adding ingredients and when
using the tamper.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING BLENDER.
26. When blending hot liquids or ingredients in the 64 oz. (Large)
container, use caution; spray or escaping steam may cause burns.
Do not fill container to the maximum capacity. Always begin
processing on the lowest speed setting, variable speed 1.
Keep hands and other exposed skin away from lid opening to
prevent possible burns.
27. DO NOT use your 20 ounce cup or 8 ounce cup to heat ingredients
or to blend hot liquids. Heated ingredients and liquids may create
internal pressure which could cause the cup to burst and cause
injury.
28. DO NOT continuously use your machine for more than 2 minutes
with the 20 ounce cup or 45 seconds for the 8 ounce cup.
29. If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents,
immediately stop blending ingredients and turn o or unplug
blender.
30. When making nut butters or oil-based foods, do not process for
more than one minute after the mixture starts to circulate in the
container. Processing for longer periods can cause overheating.
31. Make sure that the container or cup and blade base are flush with
the centering pad to ensure that the drive spline is engaged with
the drive socket before operating.
32. Make sure to use the seal on the blade base and tighten the cup
adequately to the blade base before blending.
33. Never place the blending adapter onto the blade base without the
cup attached.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To Avoid Injury.
Read and understand instruction
manual before using this machine.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE
This product is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and is not intended to
be used for commercial purposes.
Do not leave your Vitamix blender unattended when operating.
Any repair, servicing, or replacement of parts must be performed by Vitamix
or a Vitamix authorized service representative.
NOTICE: THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS AND IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A
MISUSE OF YOUR VITAMIX BLENDER THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY
AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Use grounded outlet only.
DO NOT remove ground.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
Always unplug before cleaning the
motor base or when not in use.
Do not put the motor base in water
or otherliquid.
Failure to follow instructions can
cause death or electrical shock.
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Sp e c I f I c at I o n S
Voltage: 120 V Height (with 64 oz. container on base): 17 inches
Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz Width: 8 inches
Amps: 12 Amps Depth: 11 inches
• This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
• This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code. The installer of this device should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada’s
requirement. Information can be obtained at http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct/index-eng.php
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CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Sy m b o l S
Warning and Caution
NEVER touch moving parts. Keep hands and utensils out of the container
Electric Shock Hazard
High temperature when blending hot liquids
Unplug while not in use, before cleaning, changing accessories or touching parts that move while the blender is in use
Operate with the lid and lid plug in place
Read and understand owner’s manual
DO NOT immerse
Parts will become hot with extended use. DO NOT touch the drive socket in the motor base or the drive spline in the adapter
On/Off
I/O
Start/Stop
I
Pulse
Program Symbols (correspond to Vitamix Recipes) - note: your blender might not include programs
Smoothies
Frozen Desserts
Soups
Spreads
Self-Cleaning
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pa r t S a n d fe at u r e S
OFF
ON
Technology - The blender, containers and cups communicate through wireless technology.
Each container is programmed to run on the base for optimum performance according to it’s
size and functionality.
Legacy Vitamix Containers - Legacy Vitamix containers will not work with your Ascent blender
base. Legacy machines are Vitamix C Series, G Series and S Series. For more information about
Vitamix products, please go to vitamix.com.
On /O (I/O) Switch - The On/O switch (I/O) is located on the right side of the base.
The On/O switch controls power to the machine.
Sleep Mode - The blender will enter sleep mode if the control panel is not used after 60 seconds.
The screen will dim and then a spinning vortex will appear on the control panel. To exit sleep
mode, touch any part of the control panel.
Two Touch Operation - The control panel is designed to require two interactions of the controls
to activate the blending cycle.
Container Detect - This symbol will be displayed on the control panel until a container is put
on the blender base. The blender will not operate without a container in place. The control panel
will display Variable 1 and a container/cup icon when ready for use.
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 Variable 1 (slowest)
to 10 (highest).
Pulse ( ) - The blades will rotate at the speed displayed on the control panel when pressed.
Using the Timer - 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 shut down
automatically when the maximum run time has elapsed.
To program a time for the blend: This feature is only available when using Variable Speed.
Program times are not adjustable with the timer function. This feature will count down from
the set time and the blender will shut o automatically. Press the + icon to increase blend time.
To decrease time, press the - icon. The + and - icons do not work during the blend. To stop, press
Start/Stop.
Container Detect
Blender with Variable Speed
Pulse
Variable
Speed
Dial
On/O Switch
Timer
Start/Stop
Programs - The icons are listed in Vitamix recipes. The blender will stop at the end of the program
automatically. Programs can be stopped by pressing Start/Stop at any time. Program times are
not adjustable with the timer function. When Start/Stop is pressed mid-program; Blender will
stop and Variable Speed 1 will display. If you want to run a program, select a program and press
Start/Stop.
Smoothies Frozen Desserts Soups Dips and Spreads Self-Cleaning
Error Codes - If you see an error code on the display (E1, E2, E3, E4), make note of the numbers on
the display after the error code. Call Vitamix Customer Service for help with the issue.. Recording
the numbers isn’t necessary, but will give the Customer Service team more information to help
with the issue.
Motor - The motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. If the blender will not start
immediately check to make sure you have plugged the unit in and the On/O switch is On. If the
motor has overheated, allow the motor to cool for 20-45 minutes.
Tips to prevent ‘overloading’ your blender:
Process only Vitamix recipes when learning to use the blender. Do not process recipes at lower
speeds than recommended. Do not process recipes at higher speeds than recommended.
Do not process recipes for longer than recommended. Use your tamper to process thicker
mixtures and keep ingredients moving around and through the blades.
Tamper - Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between dierent 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 during blending.
To avoid overheating, DO NOT use the tamper for more than 30 consecutive seconds.
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Blender with Variable Speed and Programs
Programs
Pulse
Variable
Speed
Start/Stop
Dial
Timer
pa r t S a n d fe at u r e S
Lid Plug (in place)
2-Part Lid
64 oz. Container
Container, Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
Centering Pad
Tamper
Base
• Always use the lid and the lid plug when operating the blender.
• Never operate the blender without checking to make sure that the lid
• The lid plug is marked so it can be used as a measuring cup.
• Insert the lid plug through the lid plug opening. Lock the plug in place
• Remove the lid plug to use the tamper or to add ingredients.
• Legacy Vitamix containers (C, G and S Series) will not operate on the
Rotating Blades Can Cause Damage.
Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between
dierent container styles, types and sizes. Use the
tamper that was supplied with your blender.
is securely locked in place.
by turning clockwise. To remove, turn counter-clockwise and lift out.
Ascent blender base.
Accessories
Accessories are available for creative recipe development. Visit vitamix.com for product oerings and inspiration.
WARNING
DO NOT use your 20 ounce cup or 8 ounce cup to heat ingredients or to blend hot liquids. Heated ingredients and liquids may
create internal pressure which could cause the cup to burst and cause injury.
DO NOT continuously use your machine for more than 2 minutes with the 20 ounce cup or 45 seconds for the 8 ounce cup.
If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents, immediately stop blending ingredients and turn o or unplug blender.
Parts will become hot with extended use.
DO NOT touch the drive socket in the motor base or the drive spline in the adapter.
To avoid damage or personal injury, DO NOT use the cups (including the adapter or lids) in the microwave.
Lid
CAUTION
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