Vitamix Mixn Machine, Mixn Machine Advance User Manual

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MIX’N MACHINE®MIX’N MACHINE® ADVANCE®

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor enclosure in water or other liquid.

3. Close adult supervision is necessary when machine is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

4. Make sure the machine is sitting or mounted solidly on a sturdy surface or wall before using.

5. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet when the Vitamix machine is not in use, before disassembling, putting on or taking o parts, and before cleaning, other than washing the agitator.

6. Never contact moving parts.

7. Do not operate any machine with a damaged cord or plug, if the machine malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. In the US and Canada, call Vitamix Technical Support, (800) 866.5235 at once for examination, repair, possible replacement, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. If you live outside the United States or Canada, contact your local Vitamix Distributor, or telephone the Vitamix International Division at +1 (440) 782.2450 or email international@vitamix.com for a distributor in your country.

8. Do not use attachments not recommended or sold by Vita-Mix Corporation. Doing so will void the warranty. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY FORM IS NOT SUPPORTED AND AS SUCH MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let the power cord hang over edge of table or counter.

11. Do not place the machine on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, in a heated oven, or allow machine to touch hot surfaces. External heat sources can damage the machine.

12. Keep hands, utensils and other items away from the agitator while motor is running to prevent the possibility of severe personal injury and/or damage to the Vitamix machine.

13. Always keep splash guard in place while running.

14. When using the optional foot pedal control (for applicable models) make sure it is grounded and located where it will not be activated unintentionally. When the machine is not in use, turn OFF the power switch so the unit cannot accidentally be started with the foot pedal.

15. CAUTION: For applicable models, the light in the front panel start/stop switch, when lit, indicates the power is ON and machine could start. Turn power OFF or unplug the machine before touching movable parts. Shut OFF power switch at night or whenever machine will be left unattended.

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• 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 United States of America.

• 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).

WARNINGS!

Three-prong adapters are not to be used in Canada.

FIGURE A FIGURE B

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.

CONTROL PANEL

IMPORTANT NOTES!

Vitamix machines come with several dierent control options. Please be sure you are following the instructions for your model.

MOUNTING KITS: Mounting Kits, with detailed instructions, are available for both the countertop and wall mount Mix’n Machines. See Parts Lists on page 17 and 19 for kit details.

Pulse Switch

Program Dial

Indicator Light

Power Switch

Indicator Light

Power Switch

Actuator

Agitator

Mix’n Machine Advance Timer Model

Pre-programmed with one pre-set blending cycle.

COUNTERTOP

ON/OFF Power Switch: This is a lighted switch. When light is lit, power is ON.

Located on the front of the machine, the ON/OFF switch controls the power to the machine. While plugged in, switch to ON to ready the machine for blending. Shut OFF the power switch at night or whenever the machine will be left unattended.

START Actuator: The actuator starts the agitator and begins a pre-set timed blending cycle when the machine is ON. Push the actuator to activate a timed blending cycle. The machine will shut o automatically at the end of the pre-set time. AGITATOR. When the machine is turned ON and the actuator is pushed, the agitator spins and mixes the product and other ingredients. (See page 12 for available agitators.)

LED Indicator Light: The LED light blinks when a blending program is 4 seconds from completion so that excess product can be spun o the agitator. The blinking light will get progressively faster to indicate that the program cycle is almost complete. When a new program is installed using a programming chip, the light blinks to indicate acceptance.

Actuator

Agitator

Mix’n Machine Advance Programmable Model

Pre-programmed with six blending options and pulse switch.

COUNTERTOP

ON/OFF Power Switch: This is a lighted switch. When light is lit, power is ON.

START Actuator: The actuator starts the agitator and begins a blending cycle when the machine is ON. Push the actuator to activate a program setting. The machine will shut o automatically at the end of the program setting.

AGITATOR: When the machine is turned ON and the actuator is pushed, the agitator spins and mixes the product and other ingredients. (See page 12 for available agitators.)

PROGRAM Dial: The PROGRAM dial allows user to select a number of pre-programmed settings. Machine will shut o automatically at the end of the program. Program is activated only when the power switch is ON. See page 10 for programming details.

PULSE Switch: The PULSE switch starts the agitator and can be used to quickly refresh product. Depress the switch and hold down as long as needed. The PULSE switch can only be used when the power switch is ON.

CONTROL PANEL

IMPORTANT NOTES!

Vitamix machines come with several dierent control options. Please be sure you are following the instructions for your model.

MOUNTING KITS: Mounting Kits, with detailed instructions, are available for both the countertop and wall mount Mix’n Machines. See Parts Lists on page 17 and 19 for kit details.

Variable Speed Dial

Power Switch

Actuator

Agitator

Foot Pedal

(sold separately)

Mix’n Machine Advance Variable Speed Model

COUNTERTOP

ON/OFF Power Switch: Located on the front of the machine, the ON/OFF switch

controls the power to the machine and starts the agitator. While plugged in, switch to ON to start blending and OFF to stop blending.

AGITATOR: When the machine is turned ON, the agitator spins and mixes the product and other ingredients. (See page 12 for available agitators.)

VARIABLE SPEED Dial: The VARIABLE SPEED dial allows user to select continuously variable motor speeds. Dial is activated only when the power switch is ON.

FOOT PEDAL Control (sold separately): The FOOT PEDAL allows the user hands free power activation. Press and hold for ON. Release for OFF. (Refer to the Foot Pedal’s Instructions sheet, which is included with the pedal, for detailed operating directions.) Place the foot pedal where it will not be activated unintentionally. The foot guard is an additional design feature that helps prevent unintentional use of the foot pedal.

Power Switch

COUNTERTOP

Power Switch

Agitator

WALLMOUNT

Foot Pedal

(sold separately)

Agitator

Mix’n Machine Standard Model

COUNTERTOP

ON/OFF Power Switch: Located on the front of the machine, the ON/OFF switch

controls the power to the machine and starts the agitator. While plugged in, switch to ON to start blending and OFF to stop blending.

AGITATOR: When the machine is turned ON, the agitator spins and mixes the product and other ingredients. (See page 12 for available agitators.)

WALLMOUNT

ON/OFF Power Switch: Located on the front of the machine, the ON/OFF switch

controls the power to the machine and starts the agitator. While plugged in, switch to ON to start blending and OFF to stop blending.

AGITATOR: When the machine is turned ON, the agitator spins and mixes the product and other ingredients. (See page 12 for available agitators.)

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

ADVANCE PROGRAMMABLE ICE CREAM MIXER

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ADVANCE PROGRAMMABLE ICE CREAM MIXER

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ADVANCE PROGRAMMABLE ICE CREAM MIXER

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The Mix’n Machine combines a durable motor with dierent styles of agitators. By rapidly moving the cup up and around the agitator, a thorough mixing job can be accomplished. Some combinations may take more time depending on additives, product temperature, technique, and desired consistency of ﬁnished product. Due to the dierence of recipes, your results may also vary.

Programmable Model

The basic settings of the six PRE-SET buttons for the Mix’n Machine Advance Programmable Model are detailed below. These programs, numbered 1 through 6, are blending cycles designed for the most commonly made desserts. Selecting one of the PRE-SET programs will run the machine for a full cycle. The machine will stop by itself when the cycle is complete. A cycle varies in speed and length. Your machine’s PRESET options may dier due to program revisions or if your machine was programmed speciﬁcally for your business.

Note: A 3-second delay is added to the end of each program’s run time to allow time for the operator to remove the cup from the agitator before a new program is selected.

DIAL

SETTING

DESSERT TYPE DESCRIPTION

Easy-to-blend frozen dessert with whole mix-in candies, cookies, etc.

Easy-to-blend frozen dessert with chunks of candies, cookies, etc. mixed throughout

Frozen dessert with syrups that require extended blending time (i.e., thick milkshakes and malts)

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with syrups or mix-ins that require little blending time

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with whole mix-in candies, cookies, etc.

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with chunks of candies, cookies, etc. mixed throughout

RUN TIME

Starts LOW (17%), ramps to MED-HIGH (60%) for 10 seconds, then ramps to HIGH (100%) for 4 seconds

Quickly ramps up to HIGH (100%), decreases to MED-HIGH (67%) for 5 seconds, then decreases to MED-LOW (36%)

Runs on LOW (20%) :20

Starts LOW (17%) and quickly ramps to HIGH (100%) for 12 seconds

Ramps up to HIGH (84%) for 10 seconds, then ramps to HIGH (100%) for 6 seconds

Starts MED (40%) and quickly ramps to HIGH (100%) for 16 seconds

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Mix’n Machine Blending Procedures

1. Put product (ice cream, yogurt, etc.) into a sturdy serving

cup along with ingredients such as liquid ﬂavoring, and mix-ins such as candy, cookies, fruit or other condiments.

2. For units with a Removable Agitator: push the

agitator up onto the shaft until it snaps into place.

3. Plug the machine into the nearest outlet (if unplugged).

4. Place a cup guard on the cup (See Figure 1). Hold the cup

(and lid or collar) securely in your hand (from the side, not from the bottom) and reach under the splash guard. Move the cup under the agitator and lift up so the agitator touches the bottom of the cup. See Figure 2.

5. Turn the machine ON to activate the agitator. Follow

instructions based on the speciﬁc model:

• For Mix’n Machine Advance Programmable Model: Press the ON/OFF power switch to ON. Activate a program by selecting the desired setting on the dial. While holding the cup securely in your hand, use your ﬁngers to push the START Actuator (located behind the agitator) to activate a programmed blending cycle. See Figure 3.

• For Mix’n Machine Advance Timer Model:

Press the ON/OFF power switch to ON. While holding the cup securely in your hand, use your ﬁngers to push the START Actuator (located behind the agitator) to activate a pre-set timed blending cycle. See Figure 3.

• For Mix’n Machine Advance Variable Speed Model:

Select the desired setting on the SPEED dial. While holding the cup securely in one hand, use the other hand to press the ON/OFF power switch to ON to activate the agitator. Depending on ingredients, start on a lower setting, then switch to a higher setting once the mixture begins processing.

• For Mix’n Machine Standard Model (Countertop and Wall Mount): While holding the cup securely in

one hand, use the other hand to press the ON/OFF power switch to ON to activate the agitator.

6. With a swirling motion, gradually move the cup up and down around the spinning agitator and completely around all sides of the cup. (If ice cream is hard, this should be done slowly.) Develop your own technique for the desired consistency of the ﬁnished product. The agitator will do some chipping and breaking of the solids. However, it is not intended to completely pulverize ingredients as solid chunks are expected to be evident in the ﬁnal product. See Figure 4.

Disposable Lid

Permanent Collar

Cup guards are sold through foodservice

equipment distributors

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FIGURE 3

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