Ninja BL660 User manual

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BL660
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:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Never leave an appliance unattended
when in use.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. DO NOT let the power cord hang over
the edge of table or counter or touch
hot surfaces such as the stove.
8. Always use appliance on a dry, level
surface.
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22. DO NOT overfill.
23. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
food, water or other liquids.
24. When processing hot foods or liquids,
always open the pouring spout cap to
vent the steam. Keep hands and other
exposed skin away from the opening
to prevent possible burns or scalding.
25. DO NOT operate the appliance
empty.
26. To reduce the risk of burns, always
allow the appliance to cool after
blending hot liquids before taking off
parts and before cleaning.
27. 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 15 minutes before
using again.
28. In the event that the unit overloads,
the control panel lights will flash and
the unit will shut down. Unplug the
unit and wait 15 minutes to reset.
29. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not use
this appliance for anything other than
its intended use. Do not use outdoors.
30. 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.
WARNING: Extension cords
are not recommended for use with this
product.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
9. 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.
10. CAUTION: Blade assembly is sharp,
handle with care. When handling the
blade assembly, always hold by the shaft.
11. Avoid contact with moving parts.
12. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
13. DO NOT use the appliance if blade
assembly is bent or damaged.
14. To reduce risk of injury, never place the
blade assembly on base without pitcher
or bowl properly attached.
15. DO NOT operate this appliance on or
near any hot surfaces (such as gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven).
16. The use of attachments or accessories
including canning jars, not
recommended by the manufacturer may
result in fire, electric shock or personal
injury.
17. DO NOT remove the container from
the motor base while the appliance is in
operation.
18. 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.
19. DO NOT expose containers to extreme
temperature changes.
20. Exercise extreme caution when blending
hot liquids.
21. CAUTION: Do not process food or
liquid that is hotter than 180°F/82°C.
Allow very hot ingredients to cool before
processing.
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THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:
BL660 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1100 Watts
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Contents
Getting to Know Your Ninja®Professional Blender .............................5
Assembling the Ninja®Professional Blender........................................7
Assembly and Use of the Single Serve Cup ..................................................8
Assembly and Use of the 72-oz. Pitcher.........................................................9
Care & Maintenance .....................................................................................11
Speed Chart ..................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting Guide...................................................................................12
Replacement Parts .........................................................................................12
Warranty & Registration.................................................................................14
Thank you for
purchasing
the Ninja®
Professional
Blender.
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Getting To Know Your Ninja®Professional Blender
fDrive Gear
gSingle Serve Blade
hMotor Base
iControl Panel
jPower Cord (not shown)
a6-Blade Assembly
bTo-Go Single Server Lids (x2)
cPitcher Lid with Locking Handle
dSingle Serve Drink Cup (x2)
ePitcher
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The Ninja®Professional Blender is a high powered innovative tool with a compact design and outstanding
performance. It is perfect for ice crushing, chopping, blending, and complete juicing.
FEATURES:
• Ninja®Blade Technology
• 72oz.PitcherandSingleServeDrinkCups-BPAFree
• CordStorage
• Lock-OnLid,FeaturingPourSpout
• Easy-to-CleanElectronicControlPanel
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Assembling the Ninja®Professional Blender
BEFORE FIRST USE
1Remove all packaging material and labels
from the appliance.
2Wash the lids, pitcher, single serve cups and
blade assembly in warm, soapy water with a
soft cloth. Use caution when washing
the blade assemblies as the blades
are very sharp.
3Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4The pitcher, single serve cups, lids and
attachments are all dishwasher safe. It is
recommended that the lids and attachments
be placed on the top rack. Ensure that
the attachments are removed from the
containers before placing in the dishwasher.
5Wipe the motor base clean with a damp
cloth.
PLEASE KEEP THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS IN MIND WHEN USING
THE APPLIANCE:
IMPORTANT: Always place the attachment
in the pitcher before adding any ingredients.
IMPORTANT: Attachments are not
interchangeable.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme
caution when handling the blade assemblies.
Always hold them by the top of the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance
empty.
CAUTION: Never attempt to remove the
container while the appliance is still running.
WARNING: Never leave the appliance
unattended while in use.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when
processing hot foods or liquids to avoid
accidental scalding or burns. Do not process
food or liquid that is hotter than 180°F/82°C.
Allow very hot ingredients to cool before
processing.
When processing hot foods or liquids, always
open the spout cap to vent the steam. Keep
hands and other exposed skin away from the
opening to prevent possible burns or scalding.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor
base is plugged in for use.
1Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level
surface such as a counter or table top.
2Add ingredients to the single serve cup.
3Place the single serve blade onto the cup and
screw it tightly until you have a good seal.
(Fig. 1)
4Turn the single serve cup upside down and
place it onto the motor base, aligning the tabs
on the cup with the motor base. Turn to the
left, the unit is ready for use. (Fig.2)
5Press down on the Single Serve button in
short intervals to activate. (Fig. 3)
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Assembly and Use for the Single Serve Cup
Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5
ASSEMBLY PULSE REMOVAL
For best results, use short “PULSES”... Practice makes perfect!!
6When you have reached your desired
consistency, stop the appliance by removing
your hand from the Single Serve button. Then
turn the single serve cup to the right (Fig. 4)
and pull straight up to remove. (Fig. 5)
NOTE: Do not overfill! To avoid spilling, do
not add ingredients past the “Max” fill line.
7Turn the cup upright and remove the single
serve blade by twisting the blade assembly to
the left.
8Place the To-Go drinking lid onto the single
serve drink cup, twist to seal and enjoy!
9Make sure that the motor base is unplugged
when not in use.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor
base is plugged in for use.
1Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level
surface such as a counter or table top.
2Align 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 container to the left as far as it will
go to lock 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 6-Blade Assembly by the top of
the shaft, place it onto the drive gear inside
the container. Ensure that the attachment is
seated properly and is standing upright.
(Fig. 4)
NOTE: The blade will fit loosely on the drive
gear.
5Add the ingredients to the pitcher, making
sure that they do not exceed the highest
measured marking line on the side of the
bowl.
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.
6Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet
and press the power button ( ).
NOTE:Asasafetyfeature,thepowerbutton
()willashandthemotorwillnotwork
ifthecontainerandlidarenotinstalled
correctly.Whenthecontainerandlidare
installedproperly,thepowerbutton( ) will
besolid,indicatingthattheapplianceisready
foruse.
7Holding 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)
Assembly and Use for the 72-oz. Pitcher
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Fig. 3a
ASSEMBLY
It’s best to add the liquid ingredients first and then the dry ingredients.
Fig. 3b
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Fig. 7
USE REMOVAL
7Select the speed that best suits your needs.
(Fig. 6)
NOTE: Pulse ingredients for even chopping by
pressing down in short intervals.
8When you have reached your desired
consistency, stop the appliance by pressing
the power button () and wait for the
attachment to stop turning. (Fig.7)
9To remove the lid, pull the lid handle up to a
90° angle. Turn the bowl clockwise to lift off
the base. (Fig.7,Fig.8)
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.
Fig. 6 Fig. 8
10 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.
11 Make sure that the unit is unplugged when
not in use.
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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. Store
the single serve cups and the rest of the
attachments along side the appliance or in a
cabinet where they will not be damaged and
won’t cause a hazard. Insert the power cord
into the cord storage area located in the back
of he motor base.
HOWTOCLEAN
CAUTION: Make sure that the motor base
is unplugged from the power source before
inserting or removing the blade assembly and
before cleaning.
CAUTION: DO NOT immerse the motor base
into water or any other liquid.
1Separate/remove all parts from each other.
2Clean the motor base with a damp cloth and
wipe dry.
3Place the pitcher and single serve drink
cup in the dishwasher. Place the lids and
attachments on the top rack. Usecaution
whenhandlingthebladeassembliesas
thebladesareverysharp.
NOTE: You may also wash the containers by
filling ¾of the container with warm water
and a drop of dish washing detergent, placing
the corresponding lid on the container and
pressing the pulse button a few times. Once
clean, remove the container from the motor
base. Rinse the container, attachment and lid
under running water. Allow all the parts to dry
before storing.
Please call customer service if any servicing
needs to be performed on the appliance at
1-877-646-5288.
Care & Maintenance
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
and the power light will remain lit and speeds 1, 2
and 3 will flash. To reset the appliance, follow the
resetting procedure below:
1Unplug 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.
Cord Storage
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BUTTON FUNCTION USE
POWER On/Off Always turn appliance 'Off' when not in use.
1Processing &
Mixing
Use to mix thin batters, gravies and marinades, scramble
eggs, puree cooked foods and uncooked fruits and chop
vegetables for dips and salsa.
2Blending
Use to grate hard cheeses, cream soups, beat dips, grind
nuts, thorough chopping, blend sauces and spreads. Blend
mixed drinks, powdered drinks or milk shakes.
3
Pureeing,
Liquefying &
Ice Crushing
Use to mix smoothies, frappes, liquefy thick mixtures and
blend whole fruits and vegetables. Crush ice cubes for
snow cones, chilled beverages or frozen slushes
PULSE
Controlled
Processing &
Bursts of Power
Use to control chopping and processing.
Speed Chart
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Control Panel Lights
Are Blinking, Motor
Doesn’t Start or Blades
Don’t Rotate.
Make sure the pitcher is securely placed on motor base.
Make sure the lid is securely on pitcher in the correct position (align arrows).
The blender is turned 'Off'. Press the power button ( ) to turn '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.
Food is Unevenly
Chopped.
Either you are chopping too much food at one time, you are chopping food
with different textures or the pieces are not of even size. Process smaller
amounts per batch.
Food is Chopped Too
Fine or is Too Watery.
The food has been over processed. Use pulse button for controlled
processing.
Food Collects on the
Lid or on the Sides of
the Pitcher.
The mixture is too thick. Add more liquid.
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.
Troubleshooting Guide
To order additional parts and accessories, please visit our website:
www.ninjakitchen.com or feel free to contact customer service: 1-877-646-5288.
ReplacementParts
*IMPORTANT: Do not run the appliance over 4 minutes at a time to
prevent overheating of the appliance.
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Notes
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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”. We are constantly striving to improve our products,
therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.
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