Ninja BL800 User manual

Ultima™Dual Stage Blender
OWNER’S GUIDE
BL800
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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 ULTIMA™DUAL
STAGE 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:
The top blades are not affixed to
the pitcher. They are removable and
very sharp. Handle with care!
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. Unplug 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 the appliance on a dry, level
surface.

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20. DO NOT overfill.
21. DO NOT operate the appliance empty.
22. To reduce the risk of burns, always allow
the appliance to cool before taking off
parts and before cleaning.
23. 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.
24. 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.
25. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not use
this appliance for anything other than its
intended use. Do not use outdoors.
26. The maximum rating is based without
the top blades inserted into the pitcher.
This drives the greatest power. Other
recommended attachments may draw
significantly less power or current.
27. To reduce the risk of injury, never
assemble the top blades in the pitcher
without the pitcher properly attached to
the motor base.
WARNING: Extension cords
are not recommended for use with this
product.
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 off.
10. CAUTION: The top blades are not
affixed to the pitcher, they are removable
and extremely sharp. When handling the
top blades do not hold blades, but rather
always hold by the shaft. Blades are
sharp. Handle carefully!
11. Avoid contact with moving parts.
12. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
13. DO NOT use the appliance if either set
of blades are bent or damaged.
14. DO NOT operate this appliance on or
near any hot surfaces (such as gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven).
15. The use of attachments or accessories
including canning jars, not
recommended by the manufacturer, may
result in fire, electric shock or personal
injury.
16. DO NOT remove the container from
the motor base while the appliance is in
operation. Always unplug the unit when
not in use.
17. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER
operate the appliance without the lid in
place; DO NOT try to defeat or bypass
the interlock mechanism. When using
the top blades, make sure they are
properly installed before operating the
appliance.
18. DO NOT expose containers to extreme
temperature changes.
19. CAUTION: DO NOT process hot foods
or hot liquids. Allow hot ingredients to
cool before processing.
SAVE THESE
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THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:
BL800 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1500 Watts
Pitcher Capacity: 72 ounces (9 cups) (2.15 L)
Euro-Pro, Ninja, Ultima and Ninja Ultima are trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC.

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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing the
Ninja Ultima™
Dual Stage
Blender.
Getting to Know Your Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage Blender...............................5
Using the Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage Blender ................................................7
Assembly and Use for the 72 oz. Pitcher........................................................8
Usage, Blade Selection & Speed Settings .......................................................10
Care & Maintenance ......................................................................................11
Troubleshooting Guide...................................................................................12
Replacement Parts .........................................................................................12
Warranty & Registration.................................................................................14

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aPitcher Lid with Locking Handle
bTop Blades (Removable)
c72 oz. Pitcher
Getting To Know Your Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage Blender
a
d
e
b
c
dBottom Blades (Fixed)
eMotor Base
fPower Cord (not shown)

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FEATURES:
• Patented Ninja®Dual Stage Technology
• Extra Large, 72 oz. Pitcher - BPA Free
• Drip-Free Pour Spout
• Easy to Clean Control Panel
• Sturdy, Non-Slip Base
• Hidden Drain Holes - prevent water build up from dishwasher
• Patented dual-blade system
• Lid featuring Smart Lid technology for easy release
The Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage Blender features a patented dual blade system and 2 horsepower motor for
culinary precision at home. For best results, be sure to carefully read all the instructions contained in this
manual before using this appliance.

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Using the Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage Blender
PLEASE KEEP THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS IN MIND WHEN USING
THE APPLIANCE:
IMPORTANT: When using the top blades,
always add the ingredients into the blender
AFTER inserting the top blades.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme
caution when handling the top blades. Always
hold them by the shaft.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to operate the
appliance without the lid on.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
CAUTION: DO NOT process food or liquids
that are hot. Allow hot ingredients to cool
before processing.
WARNING: Secure the appliance while in use
by pressing down on the lid with one hand.
CAUTION: Never remove the container or try
to remove the lid while the appliance is still
running.
WARNING: Never leave the appliance
unattended while in use.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1Remove all packaging material and labels
from the appliance.
2Wash the lid, pitcher, and top blades in warm,
soapy water with a soft cloth. Use caution
when washing the removable top blades
as the blades are very sharp. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
OR
3All accessories are dishwasher safe except
the motor base. When using the dishwasher,
place the pitcher in the dishwasher. Place the
lids and attachments on the top rack. Use
caution when washing the removable
top blades as the blades are very sharp.
Always hold the top blades from the shaft.
4Wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth.
Do not submerge the motor base in water or
any other liquid.

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TIP: When pureeing, use only the bottom
blades for best results.
NOTE: The bottom blades are not removable.
5 When using the top blades, ensure blades are
properly in place prior to adding ingredients.
Add the ingredients to the pitcher, making sure
that they do not exceed the 72 ounce mark on
the pitcher.
NOTE: When blending liquids, do not exceed
the “MAX” liquid mark (64 ounces) on the
pitcher.
NOTE: If you need to add additional
ingredients while the appliance is processing,
do not remove the lid. Open the pour spout
cap and add any additional ingredients, close
cap when complete.
6Holding 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 pitcher’s handle.
(Fig. 5) Press the handle down until you hear
a click.
Fig. 3b
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Assembly and Use for the 72 oz. Pitcher
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Assembly
Fig. 3a
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 pitcher clockwise as far as it will
go to lock in place. (Fig. 2)
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. 3a, Fig. 3b)
4Holding the top blades by the top of the shaft,
place it onto the bottom blades inside the
pitcher. Ensure that the top blades are seated
properly by standing the blades upright in
the pitcher. Do not operate the unit if the top
blades are not upright at any time. (Fig. 4)
NOTE: The top blades will fit loosely on the
bottom blades but will be secured once the lid
is in place.

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11 To remove the lid, press the release button on
the lid, pull the lid handle up to a 90° angle
and lift the lid off. Holding the pitcher with
one hand while removing the lid with the
other will provide the best leverage. Turn the
pitcher counter clockwise and then lift off the
base. Do not pour out ingredients without first
carefully removing the top blades. (Fig. 7)
CAUTION: Never insert your hands into the
pitcher as the blades are sharp. Always use a
spatula to dislodge food that has stuck to the
sides of the pitcher. Unplug the unit before
attempting to dislodge anything.
12 Make sure that the unit is unplugged when
not in use.
TIPS:
• Use the Low setting when blending drinks
and other blended items.
• Use the Med setting when frozen blending,
ice crushing or grinding dry ingredients.
• Use the High setting when creating purees
such as sauces, dips and restaurant quality
glazes. For best puree results, puree using
only the bottom blades.
• For thicker consistencies, remove the lid and
the top blades carefully (by the shaft), then
empty the contents from the pitcher.
Assembly and Use for the 72 oz. Pitcher - cont.
USE REMOVAL
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
7Plug the motor base in for use.
8Turn the Function Knob to the selected
setting. (Fig. 6) To start the blender, press
the “Start/Pulse/Stop” toggle up to start
processing.
NOTE: As a safety feature, the power
indicator light ( ) will flash and the
motor will not work if the pitcher and lid
are not installed correctly.
NOTE: If you need to Pulse ingredients, press
down on the toggle in short intervals.
9When you have reached your desired
consistency, stop the appliance by pressing up
on the “Start/Pulse/Stop” toggle.
10 Use the convenient pour spout when serving
smoothies, juices and other beverages you
have created! Push the pour spout back as
far as it will go before pouring. For thicker
consistencies, remove the lid and the top blades
carefully (by the shaft), then empty the contents
from the pitcher.
NOTE: The pour spout has a built-in pressure
release system to ensure a tight seal. DO NOT try
to force this open. To snap pour spout shut, lift up
gently on the inner piece and push down to lock.

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FUNCTION TYPE OF FOOD SUGGESTED BLADE(S) SPEED SETTING(S)
Juices / Smoothies Fruits
Vegetables Top blades & bottom blades Pulse then High
Ice Crushing /
Frozen Blending
Ice
Frozen fruit
Ice cream
Top blades & bottom blades Pulse then High
Pureeing
Smooth soups
Milkshakes
Nut milks
Top blades & bottom blades*
Bottom blades only* High
Emulsifying Salad Dressings
Sauces Bottom blades only Low or Med
Chopping
Salsa
Vegetables
Nuts
Top blades & bottom blades Pulse
Mixing Batters
Dips Bottom blades only Low or Med
Grinding Meat Top blades & bottom blades Pulse
Nut Butters
Sunflower butter
Peanut butter
Almond butter
Top blades & bottom blades High
Milling
Flours
Rice
Quinoa
Garbanzo Beans
Top blades & bottom blades Med or High
Usage, Blade Selection & Speed Settings
• Top blades are needed to power through tough ingredients like ice, solid fruits and
vegetables. If silky smooth results are desired, push the power toggle up to stop the unit.
Carefully remove the top blades by lifting from the shaft, replace the lid and press the
power toggle up to continue processing with only the bottom blades.
• For softer ingredients, the bottom fixed blades are enough to fully process in one step.
*TIPS:

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Care & Maintenance
HOW TO STORE
1Store the Ninja Ultima™ Dual Stage blender
upright with the pitcher attached to the motor
base, top blades inside the pitcher and lid
secured tightly on the pitcher.
RESETTING THE MOTOR THERMOSTAT
The Ninja Ultima™Dual Stage 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 indicator light will flash. To reset
the appliance, follow the resetting procedure
below:
1Unplug the appliance from the electrical
outlet.
2If using the top blades, carefully remove them
by the shaft, ensuring that no food is jamming
the top or bottom cutting blades.
CAUTION: The blades are extremely sharp
- handle with care! Always hold the top
blades by the shaft.
3Allow the appliance to cool for approximately
15 minutes.
4Re-install the container onto the base,
carefully re-insert the top blades (if using) and
re-plug the appliance into the electrical outlet.
NOTE: Ensure that the blades are seated
properly by standing the blades upright in
the jar. If the blades are not seated properly
on the star-shaped post, carefully check the
underside of the top blade assembly to ensure
there’s no food in the way. Rinse if necessary.
Do not operate if the top blades are not
upright at any time.
5Proceed to use the appliance as before,
making sure not to exceed the recommended
maximum capacities.
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.
1Separate/remove all parts from each other.
2Clean the motor base with a damp cloth and
wipe dry.
3Place the pitcher in the dishwasher. Place
the lid and attachments on the top rack.
Use caution when handling the blade
assemblies as the blades are very sharp.
Always hold the top blades by the shaft.
NOTE: You may also wash the pitcher by filling
¾of the pitcher with warm water and a drop
of dish washing detergent, placing the lid on
and pressing the pulse button a few times.
Once clean, remove the pitcher from the motor
base. Rinse the pitcher, 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.

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Troubleshooting Guide
Replacement Parts
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Motor Doesn’t Start.
Make sure the pitcher is securely placed on motor base.
Make sure the lid is securely on container in the correct position (align
arrows).
The appliance is unplugged. Plug the unit in, turn the function knob to the
desired setting and press the Start toggle switch up to turn “On”.
Check that the plug is securely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Check the fuse or circuit breaker.
The unit has overloaded. The appliance will stop and the power indicator
light will flash. Unplug and wait approximately 15 minutes before using
again.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait approximately 15 minutes
before using again.
Food is Unevenly Chopped.
You are chopping too much food at one time. Try processing smaller
amounts per batch.
Food is Chopped Too Fine or
is Too Watery.
The food has been over processed. Use short pulses for best results.
You Cannot Achieve Snow
From Ice.
Do not use ice that has been sitting out or has started to melt. Use ice
straight from the freezer. Pulse for best results.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order additional parts and attachments, please visit our website: www.ninjakitchen.com
or feel free to contact customer service at 1-877-646-5288 or e-mail us
at [e-mail].

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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.
TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from material defects and workmanship for a
period of two (2) years 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
warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid. For assistance with
warranty service options or customer support, please call our customer care and product specialists at,
call 1 [phone] or visit our website www.ninjakitchen.com.
If the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO Operating LLC will
repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase is required and a fee of $19.95 will apply to cover
the cost of return freight.*
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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