Ninja BL492UK User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
BL492UK
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Welcome to the Ninja
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Compact Blender Duo all-purpose, customisable, everyday
kitchen assistant. The Ninja Compact Blender Duo features pre-programmed
settings that take the guesswork out of drink and meal making. These programs
are timed to deliver consistent, delicious results that finish on their own so all you
have to do is press a button and enjoy.
Select accessories are included. Additional accessories are available for
purchase at www.ninjakitchen.eu. For a list of what is included with this
model, refer to the top of the box or online.
If you should have a question about your Ninja Compact Blender Duo, please call the
Ninja Customer service line at 0800 862 0453.
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THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBER:
BL492UK 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz
Power: 1200W
Pitcher Capacity: 2.1 L
Max Liquid Capacity: 2.0 L
Nutri Ninja Cup Capacity: 650ml
900ml
This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2012/19/EU on the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material sources. To
return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where this product was purchased. They can take
this product for environmental safe recycling.
This appliance complies with the European directives for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2014/30/EU and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage
Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU and its revisions.
Guarantee: This product is unconditionally guaranteed for one year against all defects of workmanship and materials. This guarantee does not affect your statutory
rights. If this product proves unsatisfactory please contact our customer service department on freephone 0800 862 0453 or by e-mail [e-mail].

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using your Ninja®product. When
using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
IMPORTANT: This appliance is not intended for use by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children shall not use or play with this appliance. Close
supervision is necessary to keep appliance and cord out of reach
of children during use.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
1 WARNING: Remove utensils prior to processing. Failure to
remove may cause the jar to be damaged or to shatter which
may cause personal injury.
2 WARNING: The blade assemblies are sharp, not locked in
place and removable, handle with care. When handling the
blade assemblies, always hold by the shaft. Failure to do so
will result in a risk of laceration.
3 WARNING: Stacked Blade Assembly is sharp and not
locked in place. If using the pour spout, ensure the lid is
fully locked onto the pitcher. If pouring with the lid removed,
carefully remove the Stacked Blade Assembly first, holding it
by the shaft. Failure to do so will result in a risk of laceration.
4 CAUTION: Do not blend hot liquids, doing so may cause
excessive pressure build-up, resulting in risk of the user
being burned.
5 CAUTION: We do not recommend grinding in any of our
Nutri Ninja®cups.
6 CAUTION: Remove the Pro Extractor Blades™Assembly from
the Nutri Ninja cup upon completion of blending. Do not store
ingredients before or after blending them in the cup or jar with
the blade assembly attached. Some foods may contain active
ingredients or release gases that will expand if left in a sealed
container, resulting in excessive pressure buildup that can pose
a risk of injury. For ingredient storage in the cup, use Spout lid to
cover.
7 WARNING: Extension cords are not recommended for use
with this product.
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CAUTION: ln order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting
of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through
an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a
circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
9 IMPORTANT: Attachments are not interchangeable.
10 IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients to the pitcher before
inserting the blade assembly first.
11 IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to operate the pitcher without the lid on.
12 IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
13 IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor base is plugged in for use.
14 IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor base is unplugged when
not in use.
15 To protect against electrical shock, do not submerge the appliance or
allow the power cord to come into contact with water or any other liquid.
16 DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children. Close attention is
necessary when used near children. This is not a toy.
17 Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
18 Turn the appliance off and remove the power cord from the electrical
outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts,
accessing parts that move while in use, and before cleaning. To unplug,
grasp the plug and pull from the electrical outlet. Never pull from the
power cord.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
19 DO NOT abuse the power cord. Never carry the appliance by the
power cord or yank it to disconnect from the electrical outlet; to
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
20 DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug.
21 DO NOT USE if the appliance is not working, after it has been
dropped, dropped into water, damaged, or left outdoors.
22 NO SERVICEABLE PARTS. Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a
risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the appliance is used.
23 DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter
or touch hot surfaces such as the stove.
24 Always use the appliance on a dry, level surface. Make sure the
suction cup feet are wiped clean and no crumbs or residue are on the
bottom of them.
25 Keep hands, hair, clothing, and utensils out of container while
processing to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage
to the appliance. A scraper may be used ONLY when the appliance is
not running.
26 Avoid contact with moving parts.
27 DO NOT attempt to sharpen blade assemblies.
28 DO NOT use the appliance if the blade assembly is bent or damaged.
29 To reduce risk of injury, never place the blade assembly on the motor
base without the proper container.
30 DO NOT operate this appliance on or near any hot surfaces (such as
on a gas or electric burner or in a heated oven).
31 The use of attachments or accessories (including canning jars), that
are not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or personal injury.
32 DO NOT remove the container (cup, pitcher, etc.) from the motor base
while the appliance is running.
33 To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER operate the appliance without
the blade assembly installed in a container. DO NOT try to defeat
the interlock mechanism; make sure the blade assembly is properly
installed before operating the appliance.
34 DO NOT expose containers (cups, pitcher, etc.) to extreme
temperature changes.
35 DO NOT overfill.
36 Max ON time is 60 seconds under 1200W load. If the appliance
overheats, a thermal switch will become activated and shut off
the motor. To reset, unplug the appliance and let it cool down for
approximately 30 minutes before using again.
37 To reduce the risk of burns, always allow the appliance to cool before
taking off parts and before cleaning.
38 To avoid injury, never attempt to place the Pro Extractor Blades™
Assembly onto the motor base without first assembling the blade
assembly to the Nutri Ninja®Cup.
39 THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not
use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not
use outdoors.
40 Appliance accessories are NOT intended to be used in the
microwave. DO NOT place the containers (cups, processor bowls, lids,
etc.) in the microwave as it may result in damage to the accessories.

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FEATURES:
• Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction†
• 1200 Watt Motor
• User Interface:
POWER ( )
Press this button at any time if you wish to pause or end theprogram.
SMOOTH BOOST™
SMOOTH BOOST YES/NO is a special feature available when using the Auto-iQ®EXTRACT and Auto-iQ BLEND. This setting can be used to control the consistency of your beverage
recipes. Select SMOOTH BOOST YES when smoother, creamier results are desired. This is the default program for both Auto-iQ EXTRACT and Auto-iQ BLEND programs. Select
SMOOTH BOOST NO when more of a textured consistency is desired.
PULSE
Offers greater control to help prevent over-processing or over-blending. Simply hold down the button and our blades will run at a high speed for a quick burst of power to break through ice or
chop vegetables.
HIGH
HIGH is a manual setting that runs for 60 seconds and then automatically shuts off. Use for dips, sauces, or frozen smoothies if you want to control the consistency.
LOW
LOW is a manual setting that runs for 30 seconds and will automatically shut off. On this setting, blades rotate at a slower speed, allowing heavy recipes like doughs to be mixed.
AUTO-IQ EXTRACT†
EXTRACT should be used when blending hard, leafy, or fibrous whole fruits and vegetables, including apples, kale, and celery. This optimized program allows you to blend fresh items with
their skins, seeds, and stems into nutrient extractions. Before using EXTRACT, select Smooth Boost YES or NO depending on your desired consistency.
AUTO-IQ BLEND
BLEND can be used to make a range of beverages that do not include hard or fibrous fresh ingredients, such as milkshakes, protein smoothies, soft fresh-fruit smoothies, and frozen cocktails.
Before using BLEND, select SMOOTH BOOST YES or NO depending on your desired consistency.
• Spout lids for drinks on the go.
• Nutri Ninja®Cups and spout lids, BPA free, and dishwashersafe.
• 2.1 L Pitcher (max liquid capacity: 2 L) & lid, BPA free, and dishwasher safe.
• Cord Wrap located on back of the motor base.
Ice to Snow
Crushing Ice to Snow is easy – take ice cubes directly from your freezer, and put in a dry Ninja®Cup – use the pulse feature in short quick bursts until it’s a snow-like consistency.
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Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables.

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Motor Base
ACCESSORIES
Select accessories are
included. Others are
available for purchase at
www.ninjakitchen.eu
or by calling
0800 862 0453.
CAUTION : Do not
blend hot liquids.
900 ml650 ml
Nutri Ninja®Cups
2.1 L
Max liquid capacity:
2 L
Pitcher/Lid
Stacked Blade
Assembly
(pitcher)
NOTE: Spout lid and Pro Extractor Blades can be used
with all Ninja
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Cups.
Pro Extractor
Blades™Assembly
Spout Lid

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NOTE: Ninja®Auto-iQ®
Technology can sense
which jar is on the motor
base. The function lights
will illuminate depending
on which container is
placed on the motor base.
IMPORTANT: When processing soft
dry ingredients such as day-old
bread or cheese use quick, short 1
second pulses. Do not overfill to avoid
overheating the appliance. Allow the
appliance to cool after each use.
1 Review warning and caution statements
above before proceeding to number 2.
2
Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level
surface such as a counter or tabletop. Press
down on the motor base to make sure that the
suction cups adhere to the counter or tabletop.
3 Add ingredients to the Nutri Ninja cup.
NOTE: Do not overfill! To avoid spilling, do
not add ingredients past the “MAX” fill line.
4 Place the Pro Extractor Blades Assembly
onto the cup and tightly screw it on
clockwise until you have a good seal. (Fig. 1)
5 Turn the Nutri Ninja cup upside down and place
it onto the motor base, aligning the tabs on the
cup with the motor base. Rotate the Nutri Ninja
cup clockwise until it locks in place, you will
hear a click when the lock is engaged. (Fig. 2)
6 Once the cup is engaged, the programs
available for that attachment will illuminate.
Select the program desired based on your
recipe. (Fig. 3)
7 To pause the appliance, press the selected
speed or Auto-iQ program a second time.
When the program is paused, the light on the
program button will flash until you press it
again to resume the rest of the program.
8 Once you have reached your desired
consistency, press the POWER button to
turn the program off. Turn the Nutri Ninja cup
anticlockwise (Fig. 4) and pull straight up to
remove. (Fig. 5)
9 Turn the cup upright and remove the Pro
Extractor Blades Assembly by twisting the
Pro Extractor Blades Assembly anticlockwise.
10 Do not store blended contents in the Nutri
Ninja cup with the Pro Extractor Blades
Assembly attached. (Fig. 6)
11 Place the spout lid onto the Nutri Ninja®
cup, twist to seal and enjoy!
12 Make sure that the motor base is unplugged
when not in use.
13 For storage in the cup, use spout lid to cover.
14 To release the motor base from the counter or
tabletop, place your fingers under the sides of
the black paddles on the sides of the base and
lift up to release suction cup feet. (Fig. 7)
15 Be sure to store the Pro Extractor Blades
Assembly attached to an empty cup when
not in use.
USE REMOVALASSEMBLY
fig. 1
or or
For best results, follow the recipe/ingredient loading instructions found in your Inspiration Guide.
WARNING: Handle the Pro Extractor Blades™Assembly with care, as the blades are sharp.
WARNING: Remove utensils prior to processing. Failure to remove may cause the Nutri Ninja cup to be damaged or to shatter, which may cause personal injury.
WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
CAUTION: Do not blend hot liquids, doing so may cause excessive pressure buildup, resulting in risk of the user being burned.
CAUTION: Remove the Pro Extractor Blades™Assembly from the Nutri Ninja cup upon completion of blending. Do not store ingredients before or after
blending them in the cup or jar with the blade assembly attached. Some foods may contain active ingredients or release gases that will expand if left in a sealed
container, resulting in excessive pressure buildup that can pose a risk of injury. For ingredient storage in the cup, use spout lid to cover.
ASSEMBLY AND USE
FOR THE NUTRI NINJA®
CUPS
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For best results, follow the recipe/ingredient loading instructions found in your Inspiration Guide.
WARNING: Handle the Stacked Blade Assembly with care, as the blades are sharp.
WARNING: Remove utensils prior to processing. Failure to remove may cause the pitcher to be damaged or to shatter, which may cause personal injury.
WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
CAUTION: Do not blend hot liquids, doing so may cause excessive pressure buildup, resulting in risk of the user being burned.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor base is plugged in for use.
NOTE: Ninja®Auto-iQ®
Technology can sense
which jar is on the motor
base. The function lights
will illuminate depending
on which container is
placed on the motor base.
1Review warning and caution statements
above before proceeding to number 2.
2 Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level
surface such as a counter or tabletop. Press
down on the motor base to make sure the
suction cups adhere to the counter or tabletop.
3 Holding the Stacked Blade Assembly by the
top of the shaft, place it onto the drive gear
inside the pitcher. Ensure that the Stacked
Blade Assembly is seated properly and is
standing upright. (Fig. 1)
NOTE: The Stacked Blade Assembly will fit
loosely on the drive gear.
4 Align and lower the pitcher onto the motor
base. (Fig. 2) Handle should be aligned
slightly to the right of the “LOCK” symbol on
the motor base.
5 Rotate the pitcher clockwise until it locks in
place, you will hear a click when the lock is
engaged. (Fig. 3)
NOTE: The pitcher can be placed on the
motor base two ways; the handle can be on
the front right corner or the front left corner.
(Fig. 4, Fig. 5)
6Add the ingredients to the pitcher, making
sure that they do not exceed the highest
measured marking line on the side of the
pitcher.
NOTE: When blending any kind of liquids,
such as mixtures of any drinks or smoothies,
do not exceed the “MAX LIQUID” mark (2 L)
on the pitcher.
NOTE: If you need to add additional
ingredients while the appliance is
processing, turn the unit off, open the
pour spout cap, and pour the ingredients in
through the opening.
7Holding the lid by the handle in the upright
position, place it on top of the pitcher
aligning the triangle located on the lid with
the triangle located on the pitcher’s handle.
(Fig. 6) Press the handle down until you
hear a click. The triangles on the lid and the
blender handle MUST be aligned in order for
the blender to turn on. (Fig. 7)
8 Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
The function lights will illuminate.
fig. 1
ASSEMBLY AND USE
FOR THE 2.1 L PITCHER
(Max Liquid Capacity: 2 L)
CAUTION: The
Stacked Blade
Assembly is sharp and
not locked in place. If
using the pour spout,
ensure the lid is fully
locked
onto the
blender
pitcher.
CAUTION: The
Stacked Blade Assembly
is sharp and not locked
in place. If pouring with
the lid removed, always
remove the Stacked
Blade
Assembly
first.
ASSEMBLY
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NOTE: Ninja®Auto-iQ®
Technology can sense
which jar is on the motor
base. The function lights
will illuminate depending
on which container is
placed on the motor base.
9 Review warning and caution statements
at the top of page 8 before proceeding to
number 10.
10 Once the pitcher is engaged, the programs
available for that attachment will illuminate.
Select the program desired based on your
recipe. (Fig. 8) The Auto-iQ program will
stop the appliance automatically at the end
of the program.
11 To pause the appliance, press the selected
speed or Auto-iQ program a second time.
When the program is paused, the light on the
program button will flash until you press it
again to resume the rest of the program.
NOTE: Pulse ingredients for even 0ping by
holding the PULSE button until your desired
consistency is reached.
12 When you have reached your desired
consistency, stop the appliance by pressing
the POWER button and wait for the Stacked
Blade Assembly to stop turning.
13 Turn the pitcher anticlockwise to remove and
then lift off the base. (Fig. 9)
CAUTION: Never insert your hands
in the pitcher as the blades are sharp.
Always use a spatula to dislodge food
that has stuck to the sides of the pitcher.
14 Open the pour spout cap and use the spout to
empty liquid contents. (Fig. 10)
15 For thicker consistencies, first remove the
lid by pressing the release button and pulling
the lid handle up to a 90 degree angle to lift
lid off the pitcher. Then, carefully remove
the Stacked Blade Assembly by the top of
the shaft. Place Stacked Blade Assembly
away from the work area to avoid accidental
contact. Finally, empty contents from the
pitcher.
16 Make sure that the motor base is unplugged
when not in use.
17 To release the motor base from the counter
or tabletop, place your fingers under the
sides of the black paddles on the sides of the
base and lift up to release suction cup feet.
(Fig. 11)
USE REMOVAL
ASSEMBLY AND USE
FOR THE 2.1 L PITCHER
(Max Liquid Capacity: 2 L)
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CARE &
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING:
CAUTION: Make sure that the motor
base is unplugged from the power
source before inserting or removing any
attachment and before cleaning.
CAUTION: DO NOT immerse the motor
base into water or any other liquid.
1 Separate/remove all parts from each other.
2 Hand Washing: Wash the containers, lids,
blade assemblies and attachments in warm,
soapy water. When washing the blade
assemblies, use a dish-washing utensil with
a handle to avoid direct hand contact with
blades. Handle blade assemblies with care to
avoid contact with sharp edges. Rinse and air
dry thoroughly.
Dishwasher: The containers, lids, blade
assemblies and attachments are all
dishwasher safe. The lids and blade
assemblies are top rack dishwasher safe.
Ensure that the Blade Assemblies are
removed from the containers before placing
in the dishwasher.
WARNING: Handle the Blade
Assemblies with care when washing,
as the blades are sharp. Contact
with the blades’ edges can result in
laceration.
3 Wipe the motor base clean with a damp
cloth.
Please call customer service if any
servicing needs to be performed on the
appliance at 0800 862 0453.
STORING:
1 Store the Ninja®Compact Blender Duo
upright with the blade assembly inside the
corresponding container with the lid secured
on top. Do not place anything on top. Store
the rest of the attachments in a safe place
where they will not be damaged and won’t
cause harm. Loosely wrap the power cord
around the motor base.
NOTE: Do not store blended or unblended
ingredients in the Nutri Ninja cup with the
blade assembly attached.
RESETTING THE MOTOR THERMOSTAT:
The Ninja Compact Blender Duo features a
unique safety system which prevents damage
to the unit’s motor and drive system should
you inadvertently overload your appliance. If
the appliance is being overloaded, the motor
will stop. Allow the appliance to cool for
approximately 15 minutes. To reset the appliance,
follow the resetting procedure below:
1 Unplug the appliance from the electrical
outlet.
2 Remove and empty the container and ensure
that no food is jamming the blade assembly.
3Allow the appliance to cool for approximately
15 minutes.
4 Re-install the container onto the base and re-
plug the appliance into the electrical outlet.
5 Proceed with using the appliance as before
while making sure not to exceed the
maximum recommended capacities.

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Unit doesn’t turn on:
• Make sure the unit is plugged in and the POWER button is pressed.
• Insert and rotate the container or accessory clockwise in the base until it clicks into place. Display should illuminate.
Unit doesn’t turn off:
• Remove cup from base by rotating cup anticlockwise and lifting out. Display should turn off. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Lid/blade assembly hard to assemble:
• Set the cup on a level surface. Place the lid or blade assembly on the top of the cup and align the threads so that the lid/blades sit flat on the cup. Twist clockwise so
that the lid/blades evenly align to the cup until you have a tight seal.
Doesn’t mix well, food gets stuck:
• Using the Auto-iQ programs is the easiest way to achieve great results. The pulses and pauses allow the food to settle towards the blade. If food is routinely getting
stuck adding some liquid will usually help.
• When packing the cups, start with fresh items, then add liquids, then powders/dry ingredients, and finally frozen items or ice.
Unit moves on the counter while blending:
• Make sure the surface, as well as the feet of the unit, are clean and dry.
Unit is difficult to remove from the counter for storage:
• To release the motor base from the counter or tabletop, place your fingers under the sides of the black paddles on the sides of the motor base and lift up to release
suction cup feet.
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Illustrations may differ from actual product. We are constantly striving to
improve our products, therefore the specifications contained herein are
subject to change without notice.
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Pro Extractor Blades and Smooth Boost are trademarks of Euro-Pro
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