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FAQ - Care & Maintenance
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How should I clean my Vitamix container?
If your machine has a pre-programmed Clean setting, perform the following steps:
- After each use, rinse the container thoroughly with warm water—not hot.
- Place one to two drops of dish soap in your container and fill it halfway with warm water.
- Secure the lid with the lid plug in the locked position.
- Select the Clean setting and start the machine.
- Your machine will automatically turn off when the cycle is complete.
- Pour contents out and rinse thoroughly.
- Turn the container upside down and let air dry.
If your machine does not have a Clean setting, perform the following steps:
- After each use, rinse the container thoroughly with warm water—not hot.
- Place one to two drops of dish soap in your container and fill it halfway with warm water.
- Secure the lid with the lid plug in the locked position.
- Start the machine on Variable Speed 1, slowly increase to Variable Speed 10, and then switch to High.
- Run on High for 30-60 seconds.
- Pour contents out and rinse thoroughly.
- Turn the container upside down and let air dry.
For a deep clean, perform the following steps monthly or as needed:
Place 4 cups of cool water and 4 cups of white vinegar into the container and let it soak for about four hours. Pour contents out and rinse thoroughly. Then follow the appropriate cleaning instructions above.
We do not recommend placing the container or lid into the dishwasher as this may harm its components. Cleaning instructions can also be found in your Owner’s Manual.
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Why is my container cloudy or stained. How can I clean it?
The minerals from fruits, produce, and leafy greens can cause a film on your container. We recommend pouring one cup of white vinegar into the container and filling it half-full with warm water. Let the container soak in an upright, standing position for several hours, then pour the contents out and use a soft pot scrubber to clean the inside of the container. Be careful while cleaning around the blade assembly as the blades are sharp.
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Are Vitamix containers dishwasher-safe?
Only the S-Series 20-ounce and 40-ounce containers are top rack dishwasher-safe. Refer to your owner’s manual for complete cleaning instructions.
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How do I clean the S30?
The S30 containers, blade base, lids, seals, and tamper are all top rack dishwasher-safe. Read more