Vitamix Propel 510 Propel Blender
Important Instructions for Safe Use
- Read all instructions.
- Do not use the blender for anything other than its intended use.
- 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 blenders are used by or near children or incapacitated persons. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the blender.
- WARNING: To avoid inadvertent activation, turn off and unplug before cleaning.
- 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 off by the utility.
- To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the blender base in water or other liquids.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
- Always check that the blender is off before plugging the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn OFF the blender, then remove he plug from the wall outlet.
- Avoid contacting moving parts.
- Do not operate any blender with an aged cord or plug, or after the blender malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. CalVitamix 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.
- 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.
- Alteration or modification of any part of the blender, the use of any part or parts that are not genuine authorized Vitamix parts, may cause fire, electric shock injury, and will void your warranty.
- The use of attachments not expressly authorized or supplied by Vitamix for use with this blender, including jars, can cause fire, electric shock, or in any way ivoidyour warranty.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge table or counter.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in or on a heated oven.
- Keep hands and utensils out of the 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.
- The tamper provided must be used only when the main part of the lid is in place.
- 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.
- Care should be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the container, and during cleaning.
- 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.
- Never attempt to operate with damaged blades.
- Never attempt to operate with the centering pad removed.
- Always operate the blender with the lid and lid plug firmly in place. DO NOT remove the 2-part lid while the blades are rotating. Only remove the lid plug to add ingredients and to use the tamper.
- When blending hot liquids or ingredients in the 48-ounce (1.4L) or 64-ounce (2.0L) container, use caution; spray or escaping steam may cause burns. Do not fill the container to the maximum capacity. Always begin processing on the lowest speed setting, variable speed 1. Keep hands and other exposed skin away from the lid opening to prevent possible burns.
- DO NOT use your 20-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 75 seconds with the 20-ounce cup.
- If a cup becomes warm to the touch or steams or vents, immediately stop blending ingredients and turn off or unplug the blender. Allow the cup and ingredients to cool to room temperature before removing the blade base.
- 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.
- Make sure that the container or cup and personal cup adapter are flush with the centering pad to ensure that the drive spline is engaged with the drive socket before operating.
- Make sure to use the seal on the blade base and tighten the cup adequately to the blade base before blending.
- Never place the personal cup adapter onto the blade base without the cup attached.
Specifications
Parts and Features
Vitamix Containers
- Legacy (C Series and G Series) containers can be used on your Propel Series blender base.
- Programs (if included) are optimized specifically for the container that was part of your original purchase.
- A 20-ounce cup can be used when paired with the Vitamix Personal Cup Adapter.
- Vitamix Self-Detect containers will not work with the Propel Series Blender. Visit vitamix.com for details.
Lid, Lid Plug and Tamper
- Always use the lid and the lid plug when operating the blender.
- Never operate the blender without checking to make sure that the lid is securely locked in place.
- 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 by turning clockwise. To remove, turn counter-clockwise and lift out.
- Remove the lid plug to use the tamper or to add ingredients.
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/Off 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 or 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.
Lids and tampers are not interchangeable between different container styles, types, and sizes. Use the tamper and lid that were supplied with your blender.
How to Determine the Tamper to be Used with Your Container
Before using a tamper during the blending, verify that you have the correct tamper. Only use the tamper with the lid is securely locked in place and the lid plug is removed. If a tamper came with your blender at purchase, it is the correct tamper to use. If a tamper did not come with your blender or you want to determine if a tamper that you already have can be used with your new container, please use these steps and illustrations to determine what tamper to use.
- Place the lid on an empty container.
- Remove the lid plug and insert the tamper through the lid plug opening. The tamper should fit easily into the opening. It should not come into contact with the blades, no matter where you move the tamper inside the container.
- Visually inspect: IF THE TAMPER TOUCHES THE BLADES AT ANY ANGLE, DO NOT USE THE TAMPER WITH YOUR CONTAINER.
- If you do not have the correct tamper for your container, contact your distributor for assistance.
Control Panel
On/Off Switch (l)/(O):
The On/Off Switch controls the power to the machine base. The On/Off Switch is located on the front of the machine. Move the On/Off Switch to the Off (O) position at night and whenever the machine is left unattended. If the On/Off switch is moved to the Off position to stop a program mid-cycle, wait 30 seconds for power to recycle before moving the On/Off switch back to the On position.
Start / Stop Switch:
At the start of the blend, always make sure that the Variable Speed Dial is pointed at the Stop Symbol (). Rotate the Variable Speed Dial to Variable Speed 1 or a Program setting. Press down on the Start/Stop Switch to initiate the blending process. Press down again to stop the process.
Variable Speed Dial:
- To use programs: rotate the Variable Speed Dial to the left to the desired program.
- To use Variable Speed:
- a. Rotate the Variable Speed Dial to the right to 1.
- b. Press down on the Start/Stop switch.
- c. Rotate the Variable Speed Dial between 1 and 10 during the blending cycle to increase or decrease the speed of the blades.
- d. At the end of the blending cycle, rotate the marker on the Variable Speed Dial back to the Stop Symbol () at the top of the dial.
Programs vary depending on your blender model. Blending times will vary, depending on the size of the container used. Refer to the recipes provided with your machine for best results. Programs included on this model include:
- Smoothie
- Frozen Dessert
- Soup
Programs vary depending on your blender model. Blending times will vary, depending on the size of the container used. Refer to the recipes provided with your machine for best results. Programs included on this model include:
- Smoothie
- Frozen Dessert
- Soup
- Spreads
- Cleaning
Blending
- With the Variable Speed Dial pointed at the Stop Symbol () at the top of the dial.
- Move the On/Off switch to the On position.
- Load the container before placing it on the motor base. Place liquids and soft foods in the container first, solid items and ice last. Although not necessary for blending, you may want to cut or break food into smaller pieces for more precise measuring of ingredients.
- Securely fasten the 2-part lid. Always use the complete 2-part lid when blending (unless the tamper is inserted through the lid plug opening). Especially when blending hot ingredients, make sure that the lid is securely latched.
- With the motor off, set the container on the motor base by aligning it over the centering pad. Do not ever attempt to put a container on an operating motor base or to operate a motor base without a container properly in place. WARNING! When blending hot liquids or ingredients in the 48 oz or 64 oz. Container, use caution; spray or escaping steam may cause burns. Do not fill the container to the maximum capacity. Always begin processing on the lowest speed setting, variable speed 1. Keep hands and other exposed skin away from the lid opening to prevent possible burns.
- Use the Variable Speed dial to select a function.
- Variable Speed – Rotate the dial right of center to Variable Speed 1.
- Programs – Rotate the dial left of center to the desired program.
- Activate the blades by pressing the Start/Stop Switch. Your container may shift as it gets into an aligned position.
- Variable Speed – slowly rotate the Variable Speed dial to the right to the desired speed.
- Programs – The programs vary in blending speed and duration and will automatically stop at the end of the program. Programs can be interrupted by pushing down the Start/Stop switch at any time. If reactivated by pushing down the Start/Stop switch, the program will start at the beginning.
- If the mixture stops circulating, you may have trapped an air bubble. To resolve, insert the tamper through the lid plug and stir until it “burps.” If this does not work, press the On/Off switch to stop the motor. Remove the container from the motor base, and use a rubber spatula to press the air bubble away from the blades. Return the container to the motor base, replace the lid, and continue blending.
- After blending, wait until the blades completely stop before removing the lid or container from the blender base.
Care and Cleaning
BEFORE FIRST USE:
- Wipe the base with a warm, damp cloth and wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth. Wash the container, lid, lid plug, and tamper with warm, soapy water. Rinse all parts. Wipe dry with a dry, soft cloth.
- Choose a space on the counter that is level, dry, and clean. Plug the blender into a grounded, 3-prong outlet.
To Clean the Container:
- Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid.
- Snap or push the complete 2-Part lid into the locked position.
- Press Start/Stop. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
- Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
- Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
- Rinse and drain all pieces.
To sanitize the Container using Bleach:
- Follow the cleaning instructions above.
- Fill the container half full with water and 1 ½ teaspoons of liquid bleach.
- Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
- Rotate the dial clockwise to Variable Speed 1.
- Press Start/Stop. Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
- Run the machine for 30 to 60 seconds.
- Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable 1. Press Start/Stop.
- Allow mixture to stand in the container for an additional 1 ½ minutes.
- Pour the bleach mixture out. Allow the container to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing
To sanitize the Container using Vinegar:
- Follow the cleaning instructions above.
- Prepare the vinegar solution and pour it into the container.
- 64oz container, dilute 16oz. (473 ml) of vinegar in 16oz (473ml) water
- 48 oz container, dilute 16oz. (473 ml) of vinegar in 16oz (473ml) water
- Snap or push the complete 2-part lid into the locked position.
- Begin with Variable Speed 1 on the display. Press Start/Stop.
- Slowly increase the variable speed to 10.
- Run the machine on variable speed 10 for 2 full minutes.
- Rotate the Variable Speed dial back to Variable Speed 1. Press Start/Stop.
- Allow the mixture to stand in the container for an additional 3 full minutes. The total contact time of the vinegar solution in the container should equal 5 minutes.
- Pour the ingredient solution out of the container over the inside surface of the 2-part lid.
- Repeat sanitization procedure a second time (steps 2-9).
- Allow the container and lid to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing. If necessary, rinse immediately before next use.
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