Ninja Master Prep QB1004NZ User manual

Master Prep®Professional
OWNER’S GUIDE
QB1004NZ
®

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WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE
FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR
NINJA®MASTER PREP®PROFESSIONAL.
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:
1To protect against electric shock, DO NOT
immerse cord, plug or any part of the main unit in
water or any other liquids.
2 DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.
3DO NOT allow children to operate the appliance or
use as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used near children.
4 DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. Contact
Customer Service or Service Center for the repair
or replacement of the line cord.
5DO NOT USE if the appliance is not working, has
been dropped, dropped into water, damaged or
left outdoors.
6 NO SERVICEABLE PARTS. Incorrect reassembly
or repair can cause a risk of electrical shock or injury
to persons when the appliance is used. Contact
Customer Service or Service Center for the repair or
replacement under the warranty agreement.
7Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning.
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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.
9DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only

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23 To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER operate the
appliance without the splash guard in place;
DO NOT try to defeat the interlock mechanism;
make sure that the cutting blades are properly
assembled before operating the appliance.
24 DO NOT use outdoors.
25 DO NOT use appliance for other than intended
use.
26 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 10 minutes before using again.
27 The use of accessory attachments, including
canning jars not recommended by EURO-PRO
Operating LLC may cause fire, electrical shock or
risk of personal injury.
NOTE: This unit has a short power supply cord to
reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a long cord. An extension cord may be
used if you are careful in its use.
1If using an extension cord, the electrical rating
of the extension cord should be rated at least 15
amperes. Extension cords rated for less amperage
may overheat.
2An extension cord must be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
accidentally.
10 DO NOT operate the appliance for more than 15
seconds.
11 DO NOT operate the appliance empty.
12 Extreme caution must be used when moving an
appliance containing hot food, water or other
liquids.
13 Use this appliance on a stable work surface away
from water.
14 DO NOT remove the motor head before the
chopping blades have stopped turning.
15 CAUTION! Chopping blades are sharp, handle
with care. When handling the chopping blades,
always hold by the plastic shaft.
16 DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
17 DO NOT expose the pitchers or bowl to extreme
temperature changes.
18 DO NOT use the pitchers or bowl if they are
cracked or chipped.
19 DO NOT use the appliance if chopping blades are
bent or damaged.
20 Avoid contact with moving parts at all times.
Keep hands, hair, clothing as well as spatulas and
other utensils away from pitcher or chopping bowl
during operation to prevent risk of personal injury
and /or damage to the appliance.
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CAUTION: DO NOT PROCESS HOT FOODS
OR HOT LIQUIDS. Allow hot ingredients to cool
before processing.
22 Immediately release the On/Off pulse button on
the motor head in the event that the appliance
malfunctions during use. SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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THIS MANUAL COVERS MODEL:
QB1004NZ 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz.
Power: 500 Watts
Pitcher Capacity: 1.25 L
1.5 L
Bowl Capacity: 500 ml
Euro-Pro, Ninja, and Ninja Master Prep are
trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC. Z854 SAA110120EA

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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing the
Ninja®Master
Prep®Professional.
Getting Started ................................................................................................................. 5
Using the Master Prep®Professional Pitcher....................................................................... 7
Using the Master Prep®Professional Bowl.......................................................................... 9
Cleaning and Maintenance .............................................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................................................... 12

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Getting Started
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iMaster Prep®Professional 1.25 L Pitcher
with Non-Slip Base
jPitcher Storage Lid
kBowl Splash Guard
lUpper Blade
mLower Blade
nMaster Prep®Professional Bowl with
Non-Slip Base
oBowl Storage Lid
pPower Cord (not shown)
aOn/Off Pulse Button
bPower Head
cPouring Spout
dPitcher Splash Guard
eNinja®6-Blade
fMaster Prep®Professional 1.5 L Pitcher
with Non-Slip Base
gSpindle Pin
hNinja®4-Blade

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The Ninja®Master Prep®Professional is an indispensable kitchen tool that is perfect for blending, chopping, mixing or pureeing
when preparing your favorite recipes. For best results, be sure to carefully read all the instructions contained in the manual
before using this appliance.
500 Watt Power Head
NEVER allow the power head to become wet when plugged into an electrical outlet.
WARNING: The power head should never be immersed in water or any other liquid.
CAUTION: Make sure that the power head is unplugged from the electrical outlet and that the blades have stopped
turning before attaching or removing any accessory.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme caution when handling the blades. Always hold them by the
shaft. Do not attempt to sharpen blades.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.

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WARNING: DO NOT try to place the blade onto the power
head and then into the Master Prep®Professional Pitcher.
3Add the ingredients to be processed into the Master Prep®
Professional pitcher.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients into the Master Prep®
Professional pitcher before placing the blades in first.
4Place the pitcher splash guard onto the top of the Master
Prep®Professional pitcher. (Fig. 3)
Using the Master Prep®Professional Pitcher
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme caution when
handling the blades. Always hold them by the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
1 Place the Master Prep®Professional Pitcher on a clean, dry,
level surface.
2 Holding the blade by the shaft, place it onto the spindle pin
inside the Master Prep®Professional Pitcher.
• Use the Ninja®6-Blade in the 1.5 LPitcher. (Fig. 1)
• Use the Ninja®4-Blade in the 1.25 L Pitcher. (Fig. 2)
IMPORTANT: Place blade inside the container carefully as
blades are sharp.
Shaft
Shaft
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2

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5Place the power head on top of the pitcher splash guard
making sure that it is securely in place. (Fig. 4) DO NOT
attempt to operate the appliance without the safety splash
guard in place.
6To start the applian ce, plug the power cord into the
electrical outlet, securely hold power head while operating
and press on the on/off pulse button located on the top of
the power head. (Fig. 5)
7Hold the Master Prep®Professional pitcher firmly while
depressing the on/off pulse button to ensure the unit stays
in place.
NOTE: DO NOT operate the appliance continuously for
more than 15 seconds at a time.
8To stop the appliance, remove your fingers from the on/off
pulse button.
9In order to obtain a better quality of chopping, operate the
appliance by using the “pulse” method.
10 Make sure that the blades have stopped completely before
removing the power head.
11 If the ingredients stick to the side of the Master Prep®
Professional pitcher, stop the appliance, remove the power
head and the splash guard. Use a spatula to dislodge the
pieces and then replace the splash guard and the power
head. Continue processing.
12 Depending on the consistency of the contents, use the
pouring spout to empty liquid contents.
13 For thicker consistencies, first remove splash guard and
blade (by its shaft), then empty contents of the Master
Prep®Professional Pitcher.
Fig. 4 Fig. 5

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Using the Master Prep®Professional Bowl
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme caution when
handling the blades. Always hold them by the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
1Place the Master Prep®Professional bowl on a clean, dry,
level surface.
2Holding the lower blade by the shaft, place it over the
spindle pin inside the Master Prep®Professional bowl.
(Fig. 6)
3Carefully insert the upper blade over the lower blade
rotating it until it locks onto the lower blade. (Fig. 7)
IMPORTANT: Always assemble the blades inside the
container.
WARNING: DO NOT try to place the blades onto the power
head and then into the Master Prep®Professional bowl.
4Place the food that you want to process into the Master
Prep®Professional bowl.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients into the Master Prep®
Professional bowl before placing the blade assembly in first.
NOTE: DO NOT add more than 450 ml dry or 230 ml liquid
ingredients as this will strain the motor and may cause
overflow.
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Shaft

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11 Make sure that the blades have stopped completely before
removing the power head.
12 If the ingredients stick to the side of the Master Prep®
Professional bowl, stop the appliance, remove the power
head and the splash guard. Use a spatula to dislodge the
pieces and then replace the splash guard and the power
head. Continue processing.
13 Remove the blade assembly by its shaft before you empty
the contents of the Master Prep®Professional bowl.
HINTS & TIPS FOR USING YOUR NINJA®MASTER
PREP®PROFESSIONAL
• The chopping blades can be used for chopping meat, sh,
vegetables, cheese etc.
• For mincing, chopping and pureeing, increase the length of
pulses.
• For coarse chopping, use short, quick pulses and monitor
food texture.
• Pre-cut larger pieces to make them t into the Master
Prep®Professional. When chopping hard foods (e.g. meat,
cheese) cut into 1-inch cubes.
5Place the splash guard on the bowl. (Fig. 8)
6Place the power head on top of the splash guard making
sure that it is securely in place. (Fig. 9) DO NOT attempt
to operate the appliance without the safety splash guard in
place.
7To start the appliance, plug the power cord into the
electrical outlet, securely hold power head while operating
and press on the on/off pulse button located on the top of
the power head. (Fig. 10)
8Hold the Master Prep®Professional bowl firmly while
depressing the on/off pulse button to ensure the unit stays
in place.
NOTE: DO NOT operate the appliance continuously for
more than 15 seconds at a time. Be careful not to over
process. For coarsely chopped foods, use repeated short
pulsing action until the desired consistency is reached.
9To stop the appliance, remove your fingers from the on/off
pulse button.
10 In order to obtain a better quality of chopping, operate the
appliance by using the “pulse” method.
Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10

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Cleaning and Maintenance
CAUTION: Make sure that the power head is unplugged from power source before inserting or removing any attachment and
before cleaning.
DO NOT immerse the power head into water or any other liquid. Clean with a damp sponge or cloth and wipe dry.
The Master Prep®Professional pitcher, Master Prep®Professional bowl, storage lids, Master Prep®Professional splash guards
and chopping blades are all dishwasher safe. It is recommended to place the storage lids and the chopping blades on the top
rack. Use extreme caution when handling the chopping blades as they are very sharp.
Clean the Ninja®Master Prep®Professional and all parts before first use and immediately after each use.
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Motor Doesn’t Start or Blades Don’t
Rotate.
Check that the bottom of motor head is clean and there is no food blocking
connection when placing on containers.
There is too much food in the container.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait approximately 10 minutes before using
again.
Make sure the splash guard is securely on container.
Make sure the power head is securely placed on splash guard.
Check that the plug is securely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Check fuse or breaker. Replace fuse/reset breaker.
Food is Unevenly Chopped.
Either you are chopping too much food at one time, or the pieces are not small
enough. Try cutting the food into smaller pieces of even size and processing
smaller amounts per batch.
Food is Chopped Too Fine or is Too
Watery.
The food has been over processed. Use brief pulses or process for shorter time.
Let blades stop completely between pulses.
Food Collects On Splash Guard/Safety
Cover or On the Sides of the Master
Prep
®
Professional Pitcher or Master
Prep
®
Professional Bowl.
You may be processing too much food. Turn the machine off. When the blades
stop rotating, remove the power head and the splash guard. Remove some of the
food being processed.
You Cannot Achieve Snow From
Solid Ice.
Do not use ice that has been sitting out or has started to melt. Be sure to use
short pulses in the beginning to break up large pieces.
Troubleshooting Guide

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Notes

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Notes

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ONE (1) YEAR
LIMITED REPLACEMENT WARRANTY STATEMENT
If your product becomes defective due to faulty material or workmanship within a period of 1 year from the date of purchase, we
warrant to do the following:
• For New Zealand Consumers: We will replace the product with a new product, free of charge, or repair the product at our
cost, at our discretion.
• For Australian Consumers: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss
or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
Your warranty is subject to the following conditions:
• DO NOT operate the appliance with a damaged plug or cord, or if the unit has been dropped, damaged or dropped in water.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance on your own. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electrician in order to avoid a hazard. Incorrect re-assembly or repair can
cause a risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the appliance is used.
• The product has not been misused, abused, neglected, altered, modied or repaired by anyone.
• The product has been subjected to fair wear and tear.
• The product has not been used for trade, professional or hire purposes.
• The product has not sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accident.
Your warranty does not cover:
• Components that are subject to natural wear and tear caused by normal use in accordance with operating instructions.
• Unauthorised/improper maintenance/handling or overload is excluded from this warranty.
• For guarantee claims you will need to submit a proof of purchase in the form of a valid receipt that displays date and place of
purchase.
This warranty does not replace but is in addition to your statutory rights.
This warranty does not apply to accessories supplied with the product.
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and may not be transferred.
Replacement products will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the warranty period from the date of the original
purchase.
Please note:
Only defective product or parts returned to place of purchase will be replaced under this warranty.
New Zealand Contact: Australia Contact
Brand Developers Limited Brand Developers Aust Pty Ltd
Level 1, 519-521 Lake Rd, Takapuna, 461 Plummer Street,
North Shore City 0622, Auckland, New Zealand PORT MELBOURNE, VIC 3207
Private Bag 93204, Parnell, Auckland 1151 FAX: [phone]
FAX: [phone] AUST Customer Care: 1800 890 840
NZ Customer Care 0800 002 999

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