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Vitamix FoodCycler

The FoodCycler is an electric household appliance designed to transform food scraps into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. It features a removable, porcelain-coated aluminum bucket for grinding food waste, and utilizes carbon filters to control odors and methane emissions. The unit operates through a cycle involving grinding, drying, and cooling phases, indicated by different colored lights. It is intended for home or office use and is designed to reduce food waste and create a garden supplement.

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Bucket Does Not Fit

The bucket is difficult to insert into the unit.

Solutions:

Try turning the bucket's bottom bolt slightly and re-inserting.

Change Filter Light (Red)

The red filter light illuminates.

Solutions:

Replace both carbon filters simultaneously. Reset the filter light by holding the reset button for three seconds until the unit beeps.

Damage to Unit/Bucket

Unit or bucket is physically damaged.

Solutions:

Do not drop the unit. Do not cycle anything other than organic waste. Damage voids the warranty.

Food Waste Falls Outside Bucket

Food waste escapes the bucket during operation.

Solutions:

Always ensure no food waste falls outside the bucket before starting a cycle.

Overloading Bucket

The unit jams or operates inefficiently.

Solutions:

Do not exceed the fill line inside the bucket. Avoid packing down the food waste.

Unit Shuts Off During Cycle

Unit unexpectedly stops operating mid-cycle.

Solutions:

Perform a manual reset: 1) Plug in unit. 2) Press and hold the power/start button for 3 seconds until a beep and shutdown. 3) Unplug for 1 minute. 4) Plug back in and wait 10 seconds. 5) Press the power/start button to begin a cycle.

Unit Won't Start

The unit does not power on or respond to the start button.

Solutions:

Ensure the unit is plugged into a grounded outlet. If the problem persists, contact customer support.

Unpleasant Odors

Noticeable smells emanating from the unit.

Solutions:

Replace carbon filters. Avoid leaving unprocessed food waste in the unit for long periods.