Vita-Mix Inc. Containers Installation Manual

BLADE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

For all Vita-Mix®Containers –

Do NOT remove blade assembly unless ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY!

I.

BLADE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

• To remove the retainer nut, insert the
Retainer Nut Wrench* (sold separately) as
shown in Figure A. Rotate the wrench
carefully counter-clockwise.

o not loosen the screw on

D

he bottom of the blade

t
assembly. (New assemblies
will not have a screw.)

IGURE B

F

• Remove the retainer nut and set aside.
Although the retainer nut has a powder
coating with an anti-microbrial additive that
inhibits bacteria and mold growth, cleaning
may be necessary. Follow the blade and nut
cleaning instructions. Do not remove the
gasket on the retainer nut.

• Carefully remove the blades by placing a
thick cloth over the blades and pulling straight
out. Hint: Place container on its side on a flat
surface to facilitate removal.

Use caution when handling the blades. They are sharp.

II.

BLADE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

• Grip the blades with a cloth and insert into the
container.

FIGURE A

IGURE C

F

PLEASE NOTE: Recommendations for cleaning
and sanitation can be found in your owner’s
manual. Remove blade assembly only to clean
built up food products or lodged food particles.

BLADE AND NUT CLEANING

1. Wash in soapy water. DO NOT SOAK OR USE
ABRASIVE CLEANERS. If necessary, scrub

lightly with a soft bristle brush to remove any
residue left on the blades or nut.

2. Rinse the blade under running water. Dry

thoroughly with a clean cloth.

• When inserting the blade assembly into the
container bottom, align the flat sides of
the blade assembly with the flat sides of the
container opening.

• Wipe inside threads of nut with a light coating of
food-grade cooking oil. Place retainer nut back
on the inserted blade assembly. Hand tighten
first (Figure F), then insert the Retainer Nut
Wrench (Figure G) and turn clockwise until
tight. DO NOT FORCE.

NOTE: If the retainer nut is not

tight enough, you will notice

increased container noise.

FIGURE F

FIGURE D

FIGURE E

FIGURE G

NOTE: After cleaning a container with the blade
assembled, dry thoroughly or place container
on its side to drain. Sanitize before use following
the instructions in your owner’s manual.

*SOLD SEPARATELY:

Retainer Nut Wrench

For retainer nut removal, please use the optional
plastic Retainer Nut Wrench. Call your distributor or
Customer Service and ask for item #15596.

Actual components may differ slightly in appearance from those shown.

Any questions or problems regarding these instructions?

Please call Vita-Mix COMMERCIAL Customer Service at 800-437-4654 or 440-235-0214, RESIDENTIAL Customer Service at 800-848-2649 or 440-235-4840

and for INTERNATIONAL Customer Service call

+

1-440-782-2450.

XDM018 Rev B 12/06