Vitamix VM0132 Installation Manual

Vita-Mix®Corporation

Use and Care Manual

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MIX’N MACHINE

Frozen Treat Mixer

MIX‘N MACHINETMADVANCE

F O O D S E R V I C E

MIX‘N MACHINE

All Models

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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 Vita-Mix
use, before disassembling, putting on or taking off 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 Vita-Mix Technical Support, 800-886-5235 at once for examination,
repair, possible replacement, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. If you live
outside the United States or Canada, contact your local Vita-Mix Distributor, or
telephone the Vita-Mix International Division at +1.440.782.2450 or email
[e-mail] 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
Vita-Mix 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.

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machine is not in

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Important Safeguards

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.

Enjoy the safety of this grounded machine. The Vita-Mix machine’s U.S. 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.

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).

Figure A

Figure B

WARNING!

THREE-PRONG ADAPTERS ARE NOT TO BE USED IN CANADA.

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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 applicance.

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CONTROL PANEL

IMPORTANT NOTES

Vita-Mix®machines come with several different control options. Please be sure you are following the

nstructions for your model.

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OUNTING KITS: Mounting Kits, with detailed instructions, are available for both the countertop

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and wall mount Mix’n Machines.

Indicator Light

Power

Switch

Agitator

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See Parts Lists on page 17 and 19 for kit details.

Actuator

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 off 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 off 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.

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MIX’N MACHINE ADVANCE

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FF

ON

Pulse Switch

Indicator Light

Power

Switch

Agitator

Program Dial

Actuator

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.

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 blending cycle when
the machine is ON. Push the actuator to activate a program setting. The machine will
shut off 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 off 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.

LED Indicator Light. The LED light blinks when a blending program is 4 seconds
from completion so that excess product can be spun off 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.

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CONTROL PANEL

IMPORTANT NOTES

Vita-Mix®machines come with several different control options. Please be sure you are following the

nstructions for your model.

i

OUNTING KITS: Mounting Kits, with detailed instructions, are available for both the countertop

M

and wall mount Mix’n Machines.

Power

Switch

Agitator

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See Parts Lists on page 17 and 19 for kit details.

Variable Speed Dial

(sold separately)

Foot Pedal

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 hands­free 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.

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Power

Switch

Countertop

Power

Switch

Agitator

Wall Mount

Foot Pedal

(sold separately)

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.)

WALL MOUNT

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.)

FOOT PEDAL Control (sold separately). The FOOT PEDAL allows the user hands­free 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.

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The Mix’n MachineTMcombines a durable motor with different styles of agitators. By

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

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 difference 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 differ due to program revisions or if your machine was programmed
specifically for your business.

DIAL

SETTING

Easy-to-blend frozen dessert with whole mix-in

1

candies, cookies, etc.

Easy-to-blend frozen dessert with chunks of candies,

2

cookies, etc. mixed throughout

Frozen dessert with syrups that require extended

3

blending time (i.e., thick milkshakes and malts)

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with syrups or mix-ins

4

that require little blending time

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with whole mix-in

5

candies, cookies, etc.

Hard-to-blend frozen dessert with chunks of candies,

6

cookies, etc. mixed throughout

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.

DESSERT TYPE

DESCRIPTION

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%)

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

RUN

TIME

:16

:16

:20

:14

:16

:20

Mix’n Machine Blending Procedures
(All Models)

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)

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Disposable Lid

Permanent

Collar

*Cup guards are sold
through foodservice
equipment distributors.

Figure 1