Ninja Master Prep Advantage User manual

Master Prep® Advantage
®
OWNER’S GUIDE
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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®
MASTER PREP® ADVANTAGE.
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.
1. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
2. To protect against electric shock,
DO NOT immerse cord, plug or any
part of the main unit in water or any
other liquids.
3. DO NOT let cord hang over edge
of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
4. 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.
5. Unplug appliance from outlet when
not in use and before cleaning.
6. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas
or electric burner.
7. 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.
8. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
food, water or other liquids.
9. Use this appliance on a stable work
surface away from water.
10. DO NOT remove the motor head
before the chopping blades have
stopped turning.
11. CAUTION! Chopping blades are
sharp, handle with care. When
handling the chopping blades,
always hold by the plastic shaft.
12. DO NOT attempt to sharpen
blades.
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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:
1. The electrical rating of the extension
cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. An extension cord with the power
cord must be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where they can be pulled
on by children or tripped over
accidentally.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
13. DO NOT expose pitcher to extreme
temperature changes.
14. DO NOT use pitcher if it is cracked
or chipped.
15. DO NOT use the appliance if
chopping blades are bent or
damaged.
16. Avoid contact with moving parts at
all times. Keep hands, hair, clothing
as well as spatulas and other utensils
away from pitcher during operation
to prevent risk of personal injury
and/or damage to the appliance.
17. Exercise extreme caution when
blending hot liquids.
18. Immediately release the On/Off
pulse button on the motor head
in the event that the appliance
malfunctions during use.
19. 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.
20. DO NOT use outdoors.
21. DO NOT use appliance for other
than intended use.
22. DO NOT operate the appliance for
more than 15 seconds.
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 10 minutes before
using again.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 450 Watts
Pitcher Capacity: 1.18 L (40 ounces) (5 cups)
The Ninja® Master Prep® Advantage is an indispensable kitchen tool that is perfect for
blending, whipping, ice crushing and food processing - all in the conveniently sized
‘Advantage’ pitcher! For best results, be sure to carefully read all the instructions
contained in the manual before using this appliance.
450 Watt Power Head
The 450 watt power head operates on 120V., 60Hz. electrical power. 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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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing
the Ninja®
Master Prep®
Advantage.
Getting Started ...................................................................................6
Using the Master Prep® Advantage Pitcher .............................7
Cleaning and Maintenance .............................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................9
Warranty ................................................................................................10
Registration ..........................................................................................11
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Getting Started
f Master Prep® Advantage 40 oz.Pitcher
with Non-Slip Base
g Spindle Pin
h Pitcher Storage Lid
i Power Cord (not shown)
a On/Off Pulse Button
b Power Head
c Pouring Spout
d Splash Guard
e Ninja® 4-Blade
c
f
b
e
h
a
d
g
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Fig. 2
Using the Master Prep® Advantage Pitcher
Fig. 1
Shaft
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® Advantage
Pitcher on a clean, dry, level surface.
2 Holding the blade by the shaft, place it
onto the spindle pin inside the pitcher.
(Fig. 1, a)
IMPORTANT: Place blade inside the
container carefully as blades are sharp.
WARNING: DO NOT try to place the
blade onto the power head and then into
the pitcher. (Fig. 1, b)
3 Add the ingredients to be processed into
the pitcher.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients into
the pitcher before placing the blades in
first.
4 Place the pitcher splash guard onto the
top of the pitcher. (Fig. 1, c)
5 Place the power head on top of the
pitcher splash guard making sure that it
is securely in place. (Fig. 2)
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to operate
the appliance without the safety splash
guard in place.
a
c
b
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Fig. 3
6 To 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. 3)
7 Hold the 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.
8 To stop the appliance, remove your
fingers from the On/Off pulse button.
9 In 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
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 pitcher.
HINTS & TIPS FOR USING YOUR NINJA®
MASTER PREP® ADVANTAGE
• The chopping blades can be used for
chopping meat, fish, 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 fit
into the Master Prep® Advantage. When
chopping hard foods (e.g. meat, cheese) cut
into 1-inch cubes.
• To crush ice into snow, start by using short
pulses to break up large chunks. Continue
until snow is achieved.
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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® Advantage pitcher, storage lid, splash guard and blades are all
dishwasher safe. It is recommended to place the storage lid and the blades on the top
rack. Use extreme caution when handling the blades as they are very sharp.
Clean the Ninja® Master Prep® Advantage 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 pitcher.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait approximately
10 minutes before using again.
Make sure the splash guard is securely on pitcher.
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 pitcher.
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
To purchase replacement parts, please visit our website: www.ninjakitchen.com
or contact customer service: 1-877-646-5288.
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Notes
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