3 Pre-Programmed Settings, Variable Speed Control, Pulse Feature</br>Metal Drive System</br>BPA Free 64 oz. container, spill proof lid with removable plug, specially designed tamper</br>7 Year Full Vitamix Warranty</br>Powerful high performance motor, BPA free</br></br>Product Description</br></br>The Vitamix Pro 500 Gallery Blender in Black Diamond Metallic offers commercial-grade power that can handle any job in the kitchen. The Pro 500 Gallery can do it all, from whole-food juicing to frozen desserts! It features a powerful 2-peak horsepower motor, optimally designed laser-cut blades and 3 pre-programmed settings for consistent results and true, walk-away functionality. The control panel has soft touch controls for Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Soups, Pulse and a full variable speed dial. The stainless steel hammer mill and blade assembly is propelled up to 240 mph to blend even the toughest ingredients. The Vitamix Pro 500 is equipped with a shatterproof and crystal-clear, Eastman Tritan container. It is BPA-free and has a large 64-oz. blending capacity and clear measurement markings on the side. A locking, spill-proof lid features a removable plug for adding ingredients during operation and a specially-designed tamper helps move very thick mixtures into the blade assembly. The Vitamix Pro 500 Gallery Blender in Black Diamond Metallic also includes a "Let's Get Started" DVD and "Create" easel-back recipe book with over 300 recipes. Manufacturer's 7-year full warranty. Measures 8.8" l x 9" w x 20.25" h.</br><br/>http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013M4VW5C