Ninja BL500 User manual

BL500
OWNER’S GUIDE
Professional Blender
®
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
YOUR NINJA®PROFESSIONAL BLENDER
POLARIZED PLUG
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will
fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. DO NOT modify the
plug in any way.
WARNING: Extension cords are
not recommended for use with this product.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY:
1 CAUTION: Blade assemblies are
sharp and removable, handle with care.
When handling the blade assemblies,
always hold by the shaft.
2CAUTION: DO NOT BLEND HOT FOODS
OR HOT LIQUIDS.
3To protect against electrical shock, do not
submerge the appliance or allow the power
cord to come into contact with water or any
other liquid.
4 DO NOT allow young children to operate the
appliance or use as a toy. Close supervision
is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
5 Never leave an appliance unattended when in
use.
6 Turn the appliance Off and remove the power
cord from the electrical outlet when not in
use, before assembling or disassembling
parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp
the plug and pull from the electrical outlet.
Never pull from the power cord.
7 Appliance accessories are not intended to
be used in the microwave as it may result in
damage to the accessories.
8 DO NOT abuse the power cord. Never carry
the appliance by the power cord or yank it
to disconnect from electrical outlet; instead
grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.

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20 To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER operate
the appliance without the lid in place; DO
NOT try to defeat the interlock mechanism;
make sure that the attachment is properly
installed before operating the appliance.
21 DO NOT expose the pitcher to extreme
temperature changes.
22 DO NOT overfill.
23 DO NOT operate the appliance empty.
24 To reduce the risk of burns, always allow the
appliance to cool before taking off parts and
before cleaning.
25 In the event that the unit overheats, a
thermal switch will become activated and
shut off the motor. To reset the appliance,
unplug the appliance and let it cool down for
approximately 15 minutes before using again.
26 In the event that the unit overloads, the unit
will shut down. Unplug the unit and wait 15
minutes to reset.
27 THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not use this
appliance for anything other than its intended
use. Do not use outdoors.
28 The maximum rating is based on the 6-Blade
Assembly (pitcher) that drives the greatest
power and other recommended attachments
may draw significantly less power or current.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
9 DO NOT operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged
in any manner. This appliance has no
serviceable parts. Return the appliance to
EURO-PRO Operating LLC for examination,
repair or adjustment.
10 DO NOT let the power cord hang over
the edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces such as the stove.
11 Always use the appliance on a dry, level
surface.
12 Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as
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 but only when the appliance is not
running.
13 Avoid contact with moving parts.
14 DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
15 DO NOT use the appliance if blade assembly
is bent or damaged.
16 To reduce risk of injury, never place the blade
assembly on base without pitcher or bowl
properly attached.
17 DO NOT operate this appliance on or near
any hot surfaces (such as gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven).
18 The use of attachments or accessories
including canning jars, not recommended by
the manufacturer may result in fire, electric
shock or personal injury.
19 DO NOT remove the pitcher from the motor
base while the appliance is in operation.

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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing
the Ninja®
Professional
Blender.
Getting To Know Your Ninja®Professional Blender .......................................................4
Using Ninja®Professional Blender .............................................................................6
Assembly and Use for the Blender .............................................................................7
Assembly ..............................................................................................................7
Use ......................................................................................................................8
Removal ...............................................................................................................8
Care & Maintenance .................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide...............................................................................................9
Replacement Parts....................................................................................................9
Warranty & Registration...........................................................................................10
THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBER:
BL500 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 900 Watts
Pitcher Capacity: 72 oz. (9 cups, 2.1 L)
MAX Liquid Capacity: 64 oz. (8 cups, 1.9 L)

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Getting To Know Your Ninja®Professional Blender
gMotor Base
hControl Panel
iNon Slip Bottom
j Power Cord (not shown)
kCord Storage (in back) (not shown)
aLid with Locking Handle
bLocking Handle Release Button
cPouring Spout with Cap
dPitcher
eNinja®6-Blade
f Gear Shaft
ON
a
d
e
f
b
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Ninja®Professional Blender Features:
• PatentedNinja®Blade Technology
• 72oz.Pitcher(MAXLiquidCapacity:64oz.)-BPAFree
• EasyLockLidwithBuilt-InDrip-FreePourSpout
• Sturdy,Non-SlipBase
• CordStorage
The Ninja®Professional Blender is a high powered kitchen tool that is perfect for ice crushing, blending, pureeing and
controlledprocessing.Createallofyourfavoriterecipesfastandeasywithjustaturnofaknob.Forbestresults,be
sure to carefully read all the instructions contained in the manual before using the appliance.
Getting To Know Your Ninja®Professional Blender - cont.

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Using the Ninja®Professional Blender
CAUTION: Blade assemblies are sharp, not locked in
place and removable, handle with care. When handling
the blade assemblies, always hold them by the shaft.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1Remove all packaging material and labels from the
appliance.
2Wash the lid, blender pitcher and blades in warm,
soapy water with a soft cloth.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assemblies with care
when washing, as the blades are very sharp.
3Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4The blender pitcher, lid and blades, are all dishwasher
safe. It is recommended that the lid and the blades
be placed on the top rack. Ensure that the blades are
removed from the blender pitcher before placing in the
dishwasher.
5Wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth.
CAUTION: Blades
are not locked in
place. If using the
pour spout, ensure
the lid is fully
locked onto the
blender pitcher.
CAUTION: Blades
are not locked in
place. If pouring
with the lid
removed, ALWAYS
remove the blade
assembly first.
PLEASE KEEP THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS IN MIND WHEN USING THE
APPLIANCE:
WARNING: Never leave the appliance
unattended while in use.
WARNING: Secure the appliance while in use
by pressing down on the lid with one hand.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme
caution when handling the blade
assemblies. Always hold them by the shaft.
CAUTION: DO NOT BLEND HOT FOODS OR HOT
LIQUIDS.
CAUTION: Never remove the container while
the appliance is still running.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients into the
container before placing the attachment in
first.
IMPORTANT: Attachments are not
interchangeable.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to operate the
appliance without the lid on.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
IMPORTANT: Appliance accessories are not
intended to be used in the microwave as it
may result in damage to the accessories.

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Fig. 3a
Assembly and Use for the Blender
1Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level surface.
2 Align and lower the Pitcher onto the motor base.
(Fig. 1) Handle should be aligned slightly to the right of
the “LOCK” symbol on the motor base.
3Rotate the blender pitcher clockwise until it clicks in
place. As the pitcher rotates, it will lower and the safety
tabs on the bottom of the pitcher will slide under the
safety tabs on the top of the motor base. (Fig. 2)
4The 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. 3a, Fig. 3b)
5Holding the blade assembly by the shaft, place it onto
the gear shaft inside the pitcher. (Fig. 4) Ensure that
the blade assembly fits around the gear shaft and that
the blade shaft is standing straight.
NOTE: The blade will fit loosely on the drive gear.
ASSEMBLY
PULSE
ON
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
OFF
PULSE
ON
Fig. 3b
6Add the ingredients to the pitcher. Make sure your
total of ingredients don’t 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 (64 oz.) on the pitcher
7Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
IMPORTANT: As a safety feature, the motor will
not work if the pitcher and lid are not installed
correctly. When the pitcher and lid are installed
properly, the ready light will be solid green,
indicating that the blender is ready for use.
Fig. 4
PULSE
ON
Shaft
WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assemblies with care, as the blades are very sharp.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor base is plugged in for use.

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USE REMOVAL
8Holding the lid by the handle in the upright position,
place it on top of the pitcher aligning the arrow ( )
located on the lid with the arrow ( ) located on the
bowl’s handle. (Fig. 5)
9Use the control panel according to your blending
requirements:
•Turn the knob to the “ON” position to continually
process the ingredients to a smooth mixture.
•Turn the knob to the “PULSE” position for controlled
processing.
• Turntheknobtothe“OFF”positiononceyouare
finished processing.
NOTE: If you need to add additional ingredients while
the appliance is processing, open the pouring spout
cap and pour the ingredients in through the opening.
10 When you have reached your desired consistency, stop
theappliancebyturningtheknobtothe“OFF”position
and wait for the blades to stop turning.
11 To remove the lid, pull the lid handle up to a 90° angle. Turn
the pitcher clockwise to lift off the base. (Fig. 6, Fig. 7)
Fig. 5
Locking Handle
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.
12 Depending on the consistency of the contents in
the container, open the pouring spout cap and
usethespouttoemptyliquidcontents.Forthicker
consistencies, remove the lid and attachment carefully
(by its shaft), then empty contents from the container.
CAUTION: Blades are not locked in place. If using
the pour spout, ensure the lid is fully locked onto the
blender pitcher.
13 Forthickerconsistencies,removethelidandblade
attachment carefully (by its shaft), then empty contents
from the container. To remove the lid, press the release
button on the lid and pull the lid handle up to a 90°
angle and lift the lid off the blender pitcher.
CAUTION: Blades are not locked in place. If
pouring with the lid removed, ALWAYS remove the
blade assembly first.
14 Make sure that the unit is unplugged when not in use.
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
OFF
PULSE
ON

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HOW TO CLEAN
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.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assemblies with care,
as the blades are very sharp.
1Separate/remove all parts from each other.
2 Clean the motor base with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
3Place the Blender Pitcher in the dishwasher. Place the
lid and blade assembly on the top rack.
OR
4Carefully hand wash the lid, pitcher and blade assembly
in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth.
Please call customer service if any servicing needs to
be performed on the appliance at 1-877-646-5288.
Care & Maintenance
HOW TO STORE
1Store the Ninja
®
Professional Blender upright with the
Pitcher on the motor base, 6-Blade assembly inside the
Pitcher and lid on the Pitcher. Do not place anything on top.
2Tuck the power cord in the cord storage compartment
in the back of the unit.
RESETTING THE MOTOR THERMOSTAT
The Ninja®Professional Blender 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.
2Remove and empty the container and ensure that no
food is jamming the cutting blades or attachments.
3Allow the appliance to cool for approximately 15
minutes.
4Re-install the container onto the base and re-plug the
appliance into the electrical outlet.
5Proceed to use the appliance as before making sure not
to exceed the recommended maximum capacities.
Troubleshooting Guide
Replacement Parts
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order additional parts and attachments, please visit our website: www.ninjakitchen.com
or feel free to contact customer service: 1-877-646-5288.
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Motor Doesn’t Start or
Attachment Doesn’t Rotate.
Make sure the pitcher is securely placed on motor base.
Make sure the lid is securely on the pitcher in the correct position (align arrows).
The appliance is turned “Off”. Turn the knob to “Pulse” or “On”.
Check that the plug is securely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Check the fuse or circuit breaker.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait approximately 15 minutes before using again.
Make sure that the ready light is a solid green and that the appliance is correctly
assembled.
You Cannot Achieve Snow
From Solid Ice.
Do not use ice that has been sitting out or has started to melt. Use ice straight from
the freezer.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please visit www.ninjakitchen.com or call 1-877-646-5288 to register your new Ninja®product within ten (10) days of
purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase and model number along with your name and address.
The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering you
acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from material defects and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and
exceptions.
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option.
This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or
used for commercial purposes. This Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or
damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This Limited Warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by
or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alteration to the product or any of its parts, which have been
performed by a repair person not authorized by EURO-PRO Operating LLC.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the Limited Warranty period,
youmayreturnthecompleteapplianceandaccessorieswithproofofpurchaseanddate,freightprepaid.ForCustomerService
support, call 1-877-646-5288 or visit our website www.ninjakitchen.com.
If the appliance is found by EURO-PRO Operating LLC to be defective, in EURO-PRO Operating LLC’s sole discretion, we
will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and a check made payable to EURO-PRO Operating LLC in the
amount of $19.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included.*
This Limited Warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal, implied and/or conventional
warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed
by it under the terms of this Limited Warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or consequential
damages to anyone of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or from
province to province.
*IMPORTANT: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of purchase date and
to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address and phone number with a note giving
purchase information, model number and what you believe is the problem with the item. We recommend you
insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your Limited Warranty). Mark the outside of your
package “ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”.

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CAN: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7
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Euro-Pro and Ninja are registered trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC.
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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