Ninja NUTRI BL480 69 User manual

BL480 series
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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 NUTRI NINJA®WITH
AUTO-iQ™.
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. 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. 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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20. CAUTION: DO NOT PROCESS HOT
FOODS OR HOT LIQUIDS.
21. CAUTION: DO NOT process dry
ingredients without adding liquid to
the cup. This product is not intended
for dry blending.
22. DO NOT overfill.
23. DO NOT operate the appliance empty.
24. 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.
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. Appliance accessories are not intended to be
used in the microwave. Do not place the cup
or the lid in the microwave as it may result in
damage to the accessories.
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 cup 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 base of the blade assembly.
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 the base without the proper
attachment.
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
or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
17. DO NOT remove the cup from the motor
base while the appliance is running.
18. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER operate
the appliance without the blade assembly 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 cups to extreme
temperature changes.

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THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:
BL480 69
BL480W 69
BL481 69
BL483 69
BL484 69
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1000 Watts
Cup Capacity:
32 ounces (4 cups) (included in some models)
24 ounces (3 cups)
18 ounces (2.25 cups)
NOTE: Select accessories are included. Other are available for
purchase at www.ninjakitchen.com. To see what is included with
this model, please refer to the packaging.
Euro-Pro, Nutri Ninja, AUTO-iQ, Sip & Seal, Pro Extractor Blades
and Ninja are trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC.

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Thank you for
purchasing the
Nutri Ninja®
with AUTO-iQ™
Getting to Know Your Nutri Ninja®with AUTO-iQ™.............................................5
Before First Use .............................................................................................................7
Use ................................................................................................................................8
Suggested Uses..............................................................................................................9
Care & Maintenance ....................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting Guide.................................................................................................11
Replacement Parts .......................................................................................................11
Sample Recipes............................................................................................................12
Warranty & Registration...............................................................................................14
Contents

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NOTE: The quantity, sizes, and presence of some accessories depends on the specific model configuration.
All configurations include a motor base, blade assembly, certain Nutri Ninja®cups, Sip & Seal™Lids, and
instructions.
Getting To Know Your Nutri Ninja®with AUTO-iQ™
fMotor Base
gInspiration Guide (not shown,
included in some models)
h Cookbook (not shown,
included in some models)
aPro Extractor Blades™Assembly
bSip & Seal™Lid
cSmall 18 oz. Nutri Ninja®Cup
dRegular 24 oz. Nutri Ninja®Cup
eJumbo Multi Serve 32 oz. Nutri Ninja®Cup
(included in some models)
ab
ce
d
f
included in some models
START
MARCHE
STOP
ARRÊT
PULSE
IMPULSION
ULTRABLEND
ULTRAMÉLANGE
BLEND
MÉLANGE

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FEATURES:
• Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction
• 1000 Watt Motor
• User Interface:
START | STOP
Press once to start continuous running, press again to stop.
Timer counts up by seconds, up to 60 seconds.
PULSE
Runs only while pressed down. Short presses make short pulses.
Timer counts up by seconds as long as pressed down.
AUTO-iQ™BLEND
Pulses and blends fresh or softer ingredients to create smooth consistent results. Timer counts down.
AUTO-iQ™ULTRA BLEND
Pulses and blends frozen, fibrous or hard ingredients to create smooth consistent results. Timer counts down.
• Personalized, healthy drinks and juices
• Sip & Seal™lids for drinks on the go
• Nutri Ninja®Cups, BPA free
• Cord storage
Welcome to the Ninja®AUTO-iQ™Experience! The Nutri Ninja® with AUTO-iQ™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!

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Before First Use
1Remove all packaging material and labels from the
appliance.
2Wash the lids, cups and blade assembly in warm,
soapy water with a soft cloth. Use caution
when washing the blade assembly as the
blades are very sharp.
3Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4Cups, lids and blade assembly are all dishwasher
safe. It is recommended that the lids and
attachments be placed on the top rack. Ensure
that the blade assembly is removed from the cups
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: Attachments are
interchangeable.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use
extreme caution when handling the
blade assemblies. Always hold them
by the base of the blade assembly.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance
empty.
CAUTION: DO NOT PROCESS HOT
FOODS OR HOT LIQUIDS.
CAUTION: Never attempt to remove the cup
while the appliance is still running.
WARNING: Never leave the appliance
unattended while in use.

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IMPORTANT: Place the motor base on a clean,
dry, level surface such as a counter or table top.
1Make sure that the motor base is plugged in for
use. No lights will turn on.
2Add ingredients to the cup.
NOTE: Do not overfill! To avoid spilling, do not add
ingredients past the “MAX” fill line.
3Place the blade assembly onto the cup and twist it
on tightly until you have a good seal. (Fig. 1)
4Turn the cup upside down and place it onto the
motor base, aligning the tabs on the cup with the
motor base. Turn it clockwise, until you feel it click
into place. The Timer light will illuminate.(Fig. 2)
5Press one of the buttons to activate. (Fig. 3)
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Use
Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5
ASSEMBLY USE REMOVAL
NOTE: When using the AUTO-iQ™presets, the unit will
operate using pulses, pauses and continuous runs.
The pauses allow the contents of the cup to settle.
When the timer reaches “0”, it will stop by itself.
6To remove the cup, ensure that the motor has
stopped running. Then turn the cup counter
clockwise (Fig. 4) and pull straight up to remove.
(Fig. 5)
7Turn the cup upright and remove the blade
assembly by twisting the blade assembly counter
clockwise. Be sure to store the blade assembly
attached to an empty cup when not in use.
8Twist the Sip & Seal™lid onto the cup to enjoy your
drink on the go. Press flip top cap firmly into the
opening to get the best seal. The flip top cap locks
open when pressed backward.
9Make sure that the motor base is unplugged when
not in use.
10 To remove the motor base unit, tip the unit forward
from the rear to easily disengage the suction cups.

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Suggested Uses
FILLING YOUR NUTRI NINJA®
For best results, always follow recipe directions
when filling your Nutri Ninja®cups. When you’re
not using a recipe, use the following guidelines:
Start with your Fresh Fruit or Veggies. Then add
any Nuts, Seeds or Powder followed by any liquids
like Juice or Milk. More liquid can help to integrate
powder. Then add your Frozen Fruit and Ice.
Remember to securely tighten the blade and don’t
overfill the cups. (Fig. 6)
PURPOSE /
FUNCTION SUGGESTED CUP TYPE OF FOOD
Chopping / Pulsing 18 oz.
24 oz.
Salsa
Leafy Herbs
Mixing 24 oz.
32 oz.
Batters
Dips
Sauces 24 oz.
32 oz.
Vinaigrettes
Salad Dressings
Simple Sauces
Frozen Blending
18 oz.
24 oz.
32 oz.
Ice
Frozen Fruit
Ice Cream
Nutrient Juices/Smoothies
18 oz.
24 oz.
32 oz.
Fruits
Vegetables
Leafy Greens
CAUTION: DO NOT process dry ingredients without adding liquid to the cup. This product is not
intended for dry blending.
fresh fruits/
veggies
nuts, seeds,
powders
frozen fruit
ice
juices, liquids
Fig. 6