F O O D S E R V I C E Owner’s Manual Read And Save These Instructions ® Blending Station MP Maximum Performance Commercial Blender All Models
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. Read all instructions. 2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base in water or other liquid. 3. Close adult supervision is necessary when machine is used by or near children. 4. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet when the Vita-Mix® machine is not in use, before disassembling, when putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning, other than washing the container. 5. Never contact moving parts, especially the blades. 6.
13. The maximum normal load is equivalent to the ounces (liters) listed on the container, i.e., 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr., and substantially less with thick mixtures. 14. Always operate the Vita-Mix machine with a lid in place. 15. Display window area will scratch when contacted with a scouring pad or sharp object. Use a soft cloth to wipe the control panel area clean. 16. The Blending Station cannot be cleaned with a water jet. 17.
C ontrol Panel Display Window Speed Control Start/Stop MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE Six Factory Pre-Set Programs Owner Controls High/Low Pulse Blending Station MP ® ON/OFF Power Switch - Located on the side of the motor base, 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.
PRE-SET PROGRAM Buttons - These buttons, numbered 1 thru 6, are pre-programmed blending cycles designed for the most commonly made drinks. Depending on the viscosity of the drink you are creating, pressing one of the six PRE-SET PROGRAM buttons 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; see the Instructions on page 14 for a complete description of the range of each PRE-SET button.
C ustom Programming The Blending Station® MP is packaged with a smoothie programming chip. Please keep the chip in a safe, easily accessible spot and always keep it in the original package. This chip is used to program your machine with the six smoothie programs optimized for the XP container. Although your machine comes from the factory pre-set, follow these instructions when using the supplied programming chip, in the event your machines PRE-SET buttons were altered.
3. Facing the front of the machine, insert the custom programmed chip (with the silver contact bars up and the words, “THIS SIDE FACING TO THE FRONT OF THE MACHINE” toward you) into the port located below the label area. Push gently until the chip engages into the port. The display window will read “NEW MODULE.” 4. Within 10 seconds, the six PRE-SET buttons will be re-programmed and the display window will read “SAVED” then “READY.” 5.
L id and Cover Assembly To secure lid plug, rotate it so one tab locks between the notches on top of rubber lid NOTE: Outside the United States and Canada, your Blending Station® MP may come with a different container configuration. Two-Piece Lid 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. Xtreme Performance (XP) Container The two-piece lid is easy to clean and Lift lid tabs easy to put on, take off and seal. to remove lid • To remove a fully latched lid, lift the two tabs and pull upward and off.
Back Cover: 1. To remove the Back Cover from the Blending Station: a. First remove the Cover Door from the unit as described above. b. Remove the two (2) Back Cover mounting screws from the rear of the machine (see Figure D). c. From the rear of the machine, firmly push the bottom of the cover forward (towards the Control Panel), keeping the bottom edge of the cover against the Motor Base. DO NOT tilt or strike the cover during removal. d.
I nstallation In-Counter Blending Station MP Preparing the Counter Area: • Before cutting holes, make sure that there is adequate clearance under the counter for the motor. The motor will extend about 5.67 in. / 14.4 cm below the counter but it is best to allow at least 10 in. / 25.4 cm from the under-counter to shelves or any other equipment under the counter. Also, when using the removable cover design, the back of the hole must be at least 4.25 in. / 10.
sealed. The intake and exhaust air caused by the Blending Station will disperse any loose products within the cabinet and unit. DO NOT strike the blender when removing from the counter. On-Counter and In-Counter Blending Station MP Electrical Requirements: • 120 VAC • 50/60 Hz • 15 Amps The 120 VAC Blending Station MP is built using a U.S. three-prong grounded cord. 20 amp outlet per machine is recommended.
I n-Counter Gasket Gasket Installation Instructions: 1. Follow the instructions on page 10 for preparing the counter area for the installation of your In-Counter Blending Station.® Also, use the Template Sheet (provided in your machine’s original package) to assist you in the placement and ventilation of your machine. 2. Unplug the machine. Lay the machine on its back with the motor pointing toward you. Allow 1-2 in.
B lending Tips 1. If your recipe freezes up, try reducing the amount of ice. Compared to other blenders, you do not need as much ice to make an equally frozen drink in a Blending Station® MP. 2. Place liquids and soft foods in your container first. Hard items and ice should be placed last. 3. Whole, hard or frozen ingredients should be small. Solid frozen fruit is extremely difficult to blend. For best results, use semi-frozen fruit.
I nstructions Blending Station® MP Instructions Using the Six PRE-SET Program Buttons The following is the basic XP setting of the six PRE-SET buttons for the Blending Station MP machines. These programs, numbered 1 through 6, are blending cycles designed for the most commonly made drinks. Depending on the viscosity of the drink you are creating, 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.
4. Plug the machine into the nearest outlet (if unplugged). Press the ON/OFF switch to ON. Select desired programmed setting by pressing any of the PRE-SET buttons 1 through 6. The machine will immediately begin to cycle through the selected program and turn off when the program is complete. Each button has a different pre-selected combination of speed and length for blending. 5. Once one of the six PRE-SET program buttons is pushed, the machine will start and stop automatically.
I nstructions CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 1. Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Blending Station® MP Instructions Using the Six Pre-Set Program Buttons” section on page 14. 2. The speed of the motor can be changed with: • the motor on: • the motor off: – With the container in place, press the – Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons START/STOP button. The machine until the desired speed percentage is displayed. will begin blending. 100% is the highest setting – While the machine is running, and 7% is the lowest setting.
B lade Assembly 32 24 16 Blade Agitator Assembly. The blade assembly includes a precision-hardened stainless steel blade with enclosed steel ball bearings for maximum durability. The rugged blade assembly literally explodes molecules of food and ice in the container, helping every batch to homogenize more effectively. The blade does not need to be removed for normal cleaning. (Refer to the information below to remove or replace.) 8 4 Drive Spline.
P arts List Blending Station® MP Item# Part #1159 Lid Plug for 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. XP Container #15575 LId only (no plug) for 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. XP Container #15574 Two-part lid assembly for 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. XP Container #15566 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. XP Container, blade assembly & lid assembly #15569 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr. XP Container only #15567 48 oz. / 1.4 Ltr.
#1159 ¤ #15574 Items Sold Separately: #15575 #15569 #15566 OUNCES 48 #15606 Software Kit – USB Version 40 32 #15567 24 16 8 4 #15598 #15644 Extra Programming Chip for Software Kit #15585 #891 #15576 One-Piece Lid #15579 #18005 #15596 Retainer Nut Wrench #15603 #18006 #18007 #18008 19
C are and Cleaning Care Note To ensure that you get the longest possible life from your Vita-Mix machine, we recommend the following products, when used as directed by the supplier: Cleaning Products Suppliers in USA Solid Supra, Solid Power, . . . . . . . . . . . .Ecolab, Inc., St. Paul, MN Guardian Acclaim, Solid Guardian Plus, 800-352-5326 Solid Super Impact, Solid Insure www.ecolab.com Diverpak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Container: Do not let mixtures, liquids and food products dry in the container. Rinse throughout use. Dry product may lock around the blade and weaken/tear the bearings seal when restarted. Do not place containers in the freezer. Extremely low temperature combined with hot ingredients and/or the immediate rapid action of the blade may crack the container. Due to the nature of polycarbonates, microwaving and automatic dishwashing are not recommended. Follow the cleaning instructions on page 22.
C are and Cleaning CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 Container For maximum container life, do not wash in dishwasher. Before cleaning, ensure that lid plug is rotated clockwise. 1. To Clean: Fill container 1/4 full with warm (110˚F/43˚C) water and add a couple drops of liquid dishwashing detergent.* Return container to motor base and firmly position the two-piece lid. Run machine for 30 seconds. Empty container. Repeat this step.
S pecifications Dimensions: 15 in. / 38.1 cm above counter 19.5 in. / 49.5 cm compact cover MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE 10.5 in. / 26.67 cm 9.5 in. / 24.13 cm 9 in./ 22.86 cm 12.5 in. / 31.75 cm 5.67 in. / 14.4 cm below counter Blending Station® MP On-Counter: Overall dimensions: 19.5 in. / 49.5 cm High x 9.5 in. / 24.13 cm Wide x 10.5 in. / 26.67 cm Deep Shipping weight: 19.5 lbs. / 8.9 kg Blending Station MP In-Counter: Overall dimensions: 15 in. / 38.1 cm above counter 5.67 in. / 14.
T roubleshooting 1. Problem: Solution #1: • Loud noise from blender container blade area • Container blades do not spin • Increased vibration • Leaking from bottom of container Broken or worn drive socket. Replace (Item #891). Instructions are included with part. Solution #2: Check blade assembly for loose, damaged or nicked components and replace. Solution #3: Tighten retainer nut with the retainer nut wrench moving clockwise until it is snug. (See page 17.) 2.
7. Problem: Solution #1: • Machine is running irregularly • “NO PROGRAM” is displayed when a button is pushed • Button pressed starts wrong program • Machine starts by itself • A specific program button is defective • Machine was turned off for a day, week or month and turned on, but there is no power • Machine does not work when first tried • Machine works but no information displayed on screen • Program buttons run the blender on the same speed 8.
W arranty Limited Warranty Vita-Mix® Corporation warrants your Commercial Vita-Mix machine to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the accompanying instruction booklet. Provisions of this limited warranty are void if your Vita-Mix machine has been subjected to obvious abuse, negligence, accident, alteration, or failure to follow operating instructions, or product exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions.
S ervice Contract Please Note: The Service Contract outlined in the following paragraphs applies only to customers in the United States and Canada. Customers in all other countries should contact their local Vita-Mix® Distributor for service details. This Vita-Mix machine includes a 1-Year Service Contract effective from date of purchase. In the event your machine should need parts or repairs covered under this Service Contract, call Vita-Mix Customer Service immediately for instructions.
Additional Vita-Mix® Accessories Available! To rinse containers quickly between servings, the Vita-Mix Rinse-o-matic® is ideal. Rinses clean in seconds! Item #1410 To scrub tough ingredients, use the new Vita-Mix Container Brush. Soft, flexible fibers scrub in seconds but won’t scratch! Item #15639 For more information on these accessories, call 800-4DRINK4 (800-437-4654) or 440-235-0214.
