How to Clean Vitamix Container Properly

How to Clean a Vitamix Container - Everyday Use. There are three ways to regularly clean a Vitamix - run the self-cleaning cycle (or blend for 30 seconds on high), hand-wash it in the sink, or use the dishwasher. Self-Cleaning. Everyday maintenance of a Vitamix blender is a breeze. Simply follow these steps:. This guide will cover how to clean a countertop blender, which consists of a clear container that sits on top of a motor base. Vitamix also makes an Immersion Blender, which is cleaned differently. The wand of the Vitamix Immersion Blender is dishwasher safe. Safety Note. Before delving into the cleaning process, a quick note about safety.

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.. Separate the lid into two parts and wash with warm soapy water and a sponge, rinse clean, and air dry upside down. The same goes for the tamper (if used). These parts are also top-rack dishwasher safe. How to Deep Clean a Vitamix. Most of the time, the quick-clean procedure works wonders and is all that needs to be done to clean your blender.