Margaritaville Frozen Concoction (DM1000) Blender - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

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It's belt driven.

You are going to be pissed when you find out the solution because the company that makes the blender uses a special screw that requires a special slotted screw driver to remove the bottom panel. Here\'s what I did to circumvent their crummy design, your mileage may vary. Turn the machine on its side or upside down so that you can comfortably reach the bottom panel. Down there you will find a variety of screws holding on the bottom plate. They must all be removed before you can remove said plate. I\'m writing this from memory so please go easy on me if some of the instructions are slightly askew. I think there are five screws that you can easily remove with a standard Phillips head screw driver. The one near the front is slightly smaller. Next, comes the part where you ask yourself what were they thinking. The screw looks like a standard screw but the center of the screw is not milled out making it impossible to remove the screw without a special tool. On top of that, the screws are recessed in the housing making it especially onerous. Fortunately, I had a small pair of needle nosed pliers that were just long enough and strong enough that you could grab the center part of the screw, squeeze hard and put enough torque on the screw head to remove it. The recessed screws are particularly hard to reach and remove but they are doable with enough persistence. I think there were four of these bastard screws . one screw is relatively easy to get to and the other three are much harder. Two of the screws are hidden underneath the grey rubber feet near the back where the power cord connects to the main unit. Once all screws are removed you can slide off the back panel although it will still be connected to the main unit. Finally you will see a grey belt that connects the blade to the motor. I just held the blade spindle from underneath with one hand and grabbed the top gear with my other hand and twisted the drive gear until it unscrews and comes off. Install the new gear by screwing it on in the opposite direction and you are good to go. I threw out the bastard screws and replaced them with comparable length Phillips screws so I never have to endure this atrocity again. Once all the screws are replaced on the bottom panel you should be good to go. I don\'t remember who makes the machine but shame on you. You needlessly complicated a simple repair. Good luck !

There is no kill switch. There is a power on/off switch, which is the far left switch on the front panel.

As soon as I turn my tahiti on I get a red flashing start button is this normal? And I also have to hold the button to mix?.

The Ice Reservoir has a release botton at the back of the reservoir. The button must be pushed down at which time you can lift from the back and remove the ice reservoir. You can download the operating instructions for your machine here:http://www.jardenstore.com/manuals/MANUALS/DM1000-000-000_43_64821634.PDF

Hi Barbara: There does not seem to be a specific manual posted for the DM1250. However there are considerable recipes and video support provided at the following site:http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/product.aspx?pid=8206&promo=BLIVEM01&utm_campaign=BLIVEM01&utm_source=BLive+BUYNOW&refID=CJ&CJ_ID=4185846Manuals for all other models can be found here and may serve as a useful reference:http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/support.aspx?section=manualsI would expect that as some point the manual for the DM1250 will also be posted here. You might consider sending a web inquiry to the company from here:https://secure.margaritavillecargo.com/ContactUs.aspx

Simple, tell him where he can order the lid. I have the same problem Gary W.

You should be able to order a replacement jar online from the following site:

http://margaritavilleblender.net/margaritaville-replacement-parts/

Parts and Acessories may be ordered from the manufacturer online:


http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/product.aspx?pid=1377


Also from this site:


http://www.blenderexpert.com/margaritaville-blender-parts.html


Sorry someone has not responded sooner.

The Manual for the DM1000 is available here:

http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/manuals/MANUALS/DM1000-000-000_43_64821634.PDF

Refer to the section on Cleaning and Maintenace; there is a button that needs to be pressed.

Sorry someone has not responded sooner.

The manufacturer makes Parts & Accessories available through this site:

http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/product.aspx?pid=1377

Parts & Accessories are also available here:

http://www.blenderexpert.com/margaritaville-blender-parts.html

If you do not see the part you require I would recommend you send an inquiry to the manufacturer via their webform:

https://secure.margaritavillecargo.com/ContactUs.aspx

I am very sorry you did not receive a proper response.May be I can help. Phone:
1-877-689-2737.They do have in stock a replacement charger.Not the cord alone however.The price is just under 52usd.Thanks for using us and again I am sorry for the problem.

Hi,

I will advice you work into any electronic workshop to get the replacement power cord or you order for it online at ebay.com.

Did you ever find a replacement ice reservoir lid for your machine?I need one also but can't find it anywhere!

try to locate busted fuses then replace and observe if nothing happen replace PCB board.

himarkets,

I could not locate a glass pitcher, but this site http://www.jardenstore.com/productdetails.aspx?pid=1166 has them in plastic. This could be a better option as it will not break.

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hardrocko

IF IT DID NOT WORK AFTER THAT I SUGGEST YOU TAKE IT BACK. YOU EITHER HAVE A FAULTY SWITCH OR HAD A SURGE OF ELECTRICTY THAT BLEW IT.

Check this out

 

http://www.margaritavillecargo.com/manuals/MANUALS/DM0500-000-000_43_27862119.PDF

When mine did that I just put in less ice the next time and I experimented to see how much liquid to add. Once I did the 2nd and 3rd batches of drinks I got the hang of it.