The motor on my Vitamix 5200 blender is surging or pulsing instead of running smoothly. It still blends fine, but I don't think it's running normally. Any ideas?
SOURCE: blender turns off
I work for Black & Decker appliances and have more than 10 years experience with small appliances.
Anytime you smell something burning while using an appliance that isn't suppose to heat food, something is wrong. You shouldn't smell any foul odors emanating from a blender. The fact that it shuts off while pureeing something as simple as oatmeal indicates that particular blender is defective.
If you contact the manufacture they will be able to inform you as to your warranty eligibility.
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SOURCE: When trying to blend things like frozen fruit or
Frozen elements are generally not recommended for blenders of any brand. They may cause the blade assembly to stop moving completely, or to "bog down," and this may eventually damage the motor. It is recommended that frozen fruits and/or yogurt be thawed when possible before placing into a blender. If this is not a possibility for you, I would use a "pulse" or "chop ice" function to rapidly spin the blades for just a moment. This will chop the contents in smaller, more manageable parts. This should be done before adding other liquid ingredients.
SOURCE: I was blending a slightly thick batter and the
Well it might just be over heated, let it cool for approx 20 minutes then restart if it doesn't then u may try switching electrical outlets, if that doesn't work then it needs to be replaced. I hope that this helps, if not please let me know and i will try and help you out as much as i can.
SOURCE: My 5-year old Vitamix 5000 has started leaving
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SOURCE: Vita-Mix 5000 blender shuts off under heavy blending loads.
I will also check the blade bearings,if the blades does not turn easily and the motor brushes,they get worn with time and theybare esay to check and replace.
I wish you good luck and hope you saty away from buying the motor, thats a
very expensive ordeal.
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