A friend lent me her vitamix 5200 (without instruction manual). I was wondering if you just set the container on the base or is it supposed to lock in somehow by turning it? When I turned it on almost immediatley burning smell began and the blender then shut off. THe back of the machine said to turn off and come back on 30 min. So I did that but instantly the burning smell appeared. HELP PLEASE---- I don't want to call my friend because I don't want her to think I broke it!!!!

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no but figures you dont actually give free help.....its all about the almighty dollar..

Peace

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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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