Vitamix ASPIRE - How to Use the Tamper

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how to use the tamper
The tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and/or frozen mixtures
that cannot be processed in a regular blender. Using the tamper maintains circulation by
preventing air pockets from forming. While the machine is running, and only through the lid
plug opening, use the tamper to press ingredients into the blades as you make frozen ice
creams and nut butters, or purée fruits and vegetables.
• The splash disk (near the top of the tamper) and lid prevent
the tamper from hitting the blades when the lid is secured
properly in the locked position.
• The container should not be more than two-thirds full when
the tamper is used during blending.
• Do not use the tamper for more than 30 consecutive seconds
(to avoid overheating).
• If the food does not circulate, the machine may have trapped
an air bubble. Carefully remove the lid plug while making
sure the lid stays firmly in place. Release the air bubble by
inserting the tamper through the lid plug opening.
• Holding the tamper straight down may not always help the
ingredients circulate. If need be, point the tamper toward the
side or corner of the container.
CAUTION
Moving Parts
May Become
Hot With
Extended
Use.
DO NOT touch.
WARNING
Rotating Blades Can
Cause Severe Injury.
DO NOT put hands, spatulas, etc. in the
container while the machine is running or
while the container is still on the base.
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