Ninja Foodi AG301SM Series User manual

GRILL
AG301SM
Series
OWNER’S GUIDE
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CONTENTS
THANK YOU
for purchasing the NinjaTM FoodiTM Grill
Important Safeguards .................................4
Parts ................................................6
Getting to Know Your FoodiTM Grill .......................7
Function Buttons ........................................7
Operating Buttons .......................................7
Before First Use .......................................7
Using Your FoodiTM Grill.................................8
Splatter Shield ...........................................8
GrillControl Technology...................................8
Cooking Functions .......................................9
Grill .................................................9
Air Fry ............................................. 10
Roast ...............................................11
Bake ................................................12
Dehydrate ...........................................13
Cleaning Your Foodi Grill ............................. 13
Troubleshooting Guide ...............................14
Replacement Parts ...................................14
Warranty ............................................ 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 230V~50Hz
Watts: 1760W
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numbers on the label located on the back
of the unit by the power cord.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Read and review instructions for operation and use.
Take care to avoid contacts with hot surface. Always use hand protection
to avoid burns.
For indoor and household use only.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
WARNING
1 Remove and discard the protective
cover fitted on the power plug of
this appliance.
2 This appliance can be used by
persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
3 Keep the appliance and its cord out
of reach of children. DO NOT allow
the appliance to be used by children.
Close supervision is necessary when
used near children.
4 This appliance is for household use
only. DO NOT use this appliance for
anything other than its intended use.
DO NOT use in moving vehicles or
boats. DO NOT use outdoors. Misuse
may cause injury.
5 Ensure the surface is level, clean
and dry. DO NOT place the appliance
near the edge of a countertop
during operation.
6 ALWAYS ensure the appliance is
properly assembled before use.
7 When using this appliance, provide at
least 6 inches (15.25 cm) of space above
and on all sides for air circulation.
8 DO NOT use an extension cord. A
short power-supply cord is used to
reduce the risk of children grabbing
the cord or becoming entangled and
to reduce the risk of people tripping
over a longer cord.
9 To protect against electrical shock
DO NOT immerse cord, plugs, or main
unit housing in water or other liquid.
10 DO NOT use the appliance if there is
damage to the power cord or plug.
Regularly inspect the appliance
and power cord. If the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged
in any way, immediately stop use and
call Customer Service.
11 NEVER use outlet below
countertop surface.
12 DO NOT place appliance and let cord
hang over edges of tables, counters
or touch hot surfaces.
13 Only use recommended accessories
included with this appliance or
authorized by SharkNinja. The use
of accessories or attachments not
recommended by SharkNinja may
cause a risk of fire or injury.
14 Before placing any accessory into the
cooker, ensure they are clean and dry.
15 DO NOT use the appliance without
the removable cooking pot and
splatter shield installed.
16 ALWAYS ensure hood is fully closed
before operating.
17 DO NOT move the appliance when
in use.
18 DO NOT cover the air intake vent or
air outlet vent while unit is operating.
Doing so will prevent even cooking
and may damage the unit or cause it
to overheat.
19 DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Appliance
surfaces are hot during and after
operation. To prevent burns or personal
injury, ALWAYS use protective hot
pads or insulated oven mitts and use
available handles and knobs.
20 DO NOT touch accessories during or
immediately after cooking. The grill
plate and basket becomes extremely
hot during the cooking process. Avoid
physical contact while removing
the accessory from the appliance.
To prevent burns or personal injury
ALWAYS use care when interfacing
with product. Recommend use of
long handed utensil and protective
hot pads or insulated oven mitts.
21 DO NOT use this appliance for
deep-frying.
22 To prevent possible illness, ALWAYS
use a thermometer to check that
your food is cooked to the
recommended temperatures.
23 Should a grease fire occur or the
unit emits black smoke, unplug
immediately. Wait for smoking
to stop before removing any
cooking accessories.
24 Please refer to the Cleaning &
Maintenance section for regular
maintenance of the appliance.
25 To disconnect, turn any control to
“off”, then unplug from socket when
not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before cleaning, disassembly,
putting in or taking off parts and
for storage.
26 DO NOT clean with metal scouring
pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a
risk of electric shock.
27 Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children.
28 DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven.
29 Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FOODITM GRILL
1 Remove all packaging material, promotional labels, and tape from the unit.
2 Remove all accessories from the package and read this manual carefully. Please pay
particular attention to operational instructions, warnings, and important safeguards
to avoid any injury or property damage.
3 Wash the grill plate, splatter shield, crisper basket, cleaning brush and cooking pot in
warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. The grill plate, splatter shield, crisper
basket, cleaning brush and cooking pot are also dishwasher safe. NEVER clean the main
unit in the dishwasher.
BEFORE FIRST USE
FUNCTION BUTTONS
GRILL Grill indoors while creating even
char, grill marks, and grilled flavour.
AIR FRY For crispiness and crunch with
little to no oil.
ROAST Tenderize meats, roast vegetables,
and more.
BAKE Use to bake cakes, treats, desserts,
and more.
DEHYDRATE Dehydrate meats, fruits, and
vegetables for healthy homemade snacks.
OPERATING BUTTONS
POWER button Once the unit is plugged
in, press the power button to turn on
the unit. Pressing it during cooking stops
the current cooking function and turns
o the unit.
TEMP arrows Use the up and down
TEMP arrows to adjust the cooking
temperature in any function. When using
the Grill function, toggle the GRILL button
or use the up and down arrows to adjust
cooking temperature.
TIME arrows Use the up and down
TIME arrows to adjust the cook time in
any function.
START/STOP button After selecting
temperature and time, press the
START/STOP button to begin cooking.
STANDBY MODE
The unit will power o if cooking is not in
process and there has been no interaction
with the control panel for 10 minutes.
The control panel display shows
time in an HH:MM format. The
display to the left reads 20 minutes.
AIR FRY
Grease
Collector
Splatter Shield
(Removable)
Hood
Main Unit
(Power cord
not shown)
Control
Panel
Ceramic-Coated
Grill Plate
Ceramic-Coated
Crisper Basket
Ceramic-Coated
Cooking Pot
Air Intake
Vent
Air Outlet
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NOTE: Not all functions are included on
every model.
NOTE: To adjust temperature or time
during cooking, press the up and down
arrows. The unit will then resume at
those settings.
Cleaning Brush
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USING YOUR FOODITM GRILL
4Press the START/STOP button to begin
preheating. PRE will appear on the
display screen, and the progress bar
will begin. It can take about 8 minutes
to preheat, depending on the selected
temperature setting.
5 When preheating is complete, the unit
will beep and “Add Food” will flash
across on the display screen.
6 Open the hood and place ingredients on
the grill plate. Once the hood is closed,
cooking will begin and the timer will
start counting down.
7 When cook time is complete, the unit
will beep and END will appear on the
display screen. Keep the hood open after
removing your food so the unit will cool
down more quickly. The stainless steel
wrap on the exterior of the unit will be hot
after cooking. If you need to cook your
food longer, simply press the TIME up
arrow to add more time, then press the
START/STOP button.
COOKING FUNCTIONS
Ensure the unit is plugged in before turning
it on. Press the power button.
Grill
1 Place the cooking pot in the unit with
the indent on the pot aligned with
the rear bump on the main unit. Then
place the grill plate in the pot with the
handles facing up. Ensure the splatter
shield is in place and close the hood.
2Press the GRILL button. The default
temperature level will illuminate on
the left side of the control panel and
the corresponding air temperature will
appear on the display screen. Press the
Grill button or the up and down TEMP
arrows to adjust the temperature setting.
3Press the up and down TIME arrows
to set the cooking time in one-minute
increments, up to 30 minutes.
GRILLCONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Our technology allows you to control the
temperature of the grill plate for precise
cooking and keep smoke out of the kitchen.
When using the Grill function, you will need
to select the grill plate temperature setting.
Below are recommended temperature levels
for common ingredients.
SPLATTER SHIELD
Located on the underside of the hood,
the splatter shield keeps the heating
element clean. ALWAYS ensure the splatter
shield is installed when cooking. Failure
to use the splatter shield will result in oil
buildup on the heating element, which can
cause smoking.
Removing the splatter shield
Remove the splatter shield for cleaning after
every use. First allow the splatter shield to
cool completely, then remove it by using
your thumb to release the front clip by
pushing the front clip upward and using
your other hand to pull one of the tabs
toward you. This will release the splatter
shield, allowing you to pull it out of the slot
along the back of the hood.
Installing the splatter shield
To install, gently push the splatter shield into
the back of the hood. Insert the back tab on
shield with the slot on the back of the hood.
Then push the splatter shield upward until it
clicks into the clip on the front of the hood.
NOTE: During cooking, you can open
the hood to check on or flip your food.
The timer will pause when the hood is
opened and then automatically resume
after it is closed.
NOTE: The unit may produce smoke
when cooking meats on a hotter setting
than what is recommended. For more
cooking charts, refer to your Inspiration
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NOTE: The unit could create smoke
during the cooking process. For less
smoke, we recommend using canola,
coconut, avocado, grapeseed, or
vegetable oil instead of olive oil.
260C AIR FRY
AIR FRY
AIR FRY
AIR FRY
Front Tab
Lift Clip
LOW
210°C
MEDIUM
240°C
HIGH
260°C
MAX
up to 265°C
• Bacon
• Sausages
• Using
thick
barbecue
sauce
• Calzones
• Frozen
Meats
• Marinated/
sauced meat
• Steaks
• Chicken
• Burgers
• Hot dogs
• Veggies
• Fruit
• Pizzas
• Fresh/
Frozen
Seafood
• Kebobs
Switching to Grill after using
another function
If the unit is already warm from using a
dierent function, and the grill plate is at
room temperature when you place it in the
unit, “Add Food” may appear on the screen
immediately. We recommend allowing the grill
plate to heat up for at least 6 minutes before
placing ingredients on it. As the unit continues
to run and the grill plate heats up, “Add Food”
will remain on the screen until you open the
hood and place ingredients on the plate.
Batch grilling
When grilling more than two consecutive
batches of food, it is recommended that
you empty the fat/oil from the removable
cooking pot. This will help prevent grease
from burning and causing smoke.
We also recommend allowing the grill plate
to heat back up for at least 3–5 minutes
between batches to ensure consistent grill
marks and char.
NOTE: If batch cooking, empty the oil
from the removable cooking pot after
every 2 batches. This will help prevent
grease from burning and causing smoke.

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AIR FRY
Air Fry
1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the
indent on the pot aligned with the
bump on the main unit. Place the crisper
basket in the pot, then close the hood.
2Press the AIR FRY button. The default
temperature setting will display. Use
the up and down TEMP arrows to
adjust the temperature.
3Use the up and down TIME arrows to
set the cook time in 1-minute increments
up to 1 hour.
4Press the START/STOP button to begin
preheating. PRE will appear on the
display screen, and the progress bar
will begin. It can take up to 3 minutes
to preheat, depending on the selected
temperature setting.
USING YOUR FOODITM GRILL – CONT.
5When preheating is complete, the unit will
beep and “Add Food” will flash across on
the display screen.
6 Open the hood and place ingredients
in the pot. Once the hood is closed,
cooking will begin and the timer will
start counting down.
7 When cook time is complete, the unit
will beep and END will appear on the
display screen. Keep the hood open
after removing your food so the unit will
cool down more quickly. The stainless
steel wrap on the exterior of the unit
will be hot after cooking. If you need to
cook your food longer, simply press the
TIME up arrow to add more time, then
press the START/STOP button.
Roast
1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the
indent on the pot aligned with the bump
on the main unit, then close the hood.
2Press the ROAST button. The default
temperature setting will display. Use
the up and down TEMP arrows to
adjust the temperature.
3Use the up and down TIME arrows to set
the cook time, in 15-minute increments,
up to 4 hours.
4Press the START/STOP button to begin
preheating. PRE will appear on the
display screen, and the progress bar
will begin. It can take up to 3 minutes
to preheat, depending on the selected
temperature setting.
NOTE: During cooking, you can open the
hood to check on your food. The timer will
pause when the hood is opened and then
automatically resume after it is closed.
5When preheating is complete, the unit will
beep and “Add Food” will flash across on
the display screen.
6 Open the hood and place ingredients
in the crisper basket. Once the hood is
closed, cooking will begin and the timer
will start counting down.
7 For best results, we recommend shaking
ingredients frequently. When you open
the hood, the unit will pause. Use silicone
tipped tongs when tossing your food or
oven mitts to shake the basket. When
done, replace the basket and close the
hood . Cooking will automatically resume
after hood is closed.
8 When cook time is complete, the unit
will beep and END will appear on the
display screen. Keep the hood open
after removing your food so the unit will
cool down more quickly. The stainless
steel wrap on the exterior of the unit
will be hot after cooking. If you need to
cook your food longer, simply press the
TIME up arrow to add more time, then
press the START/STOP button.
200C AIR FRY
AIR FRY
170C AIR FRY
GRILLCONTROL
AIR FRY
AIR FRYAIR FRY
NOTE: While preheating is strongly
recommended for best results, you can
skip it by pressing the AIR FRY button
again. “Add Food” will flash across
the screen. Open the hood and place
ingredients in the crisper basket. Once
the hood is closed cooking will begin
and the timer will start counting down.
Skip to step 7 for further instructions.
NOTE: While preheating is strongly
recommended for best results, you can
skip it by pressing the ROAST button
again. “Add Food” will flash across
the screen. Open the hood and place
ingredients in the crisper basket. Once
the hood is closed cooking will begin
and the timer will start counting down.
NOTE: To convert conventional oven recipes,
reduce the temperature by 25°C. Check food
frequently to avoid overcooking.

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Dehydrate
1Place cooking pot in the unit with the
indent on the pot aligned with the bump
on the main unit, then add a single layer
of ingredients to the bottom of the pot.
Place the crisper basket in the pot and
add a layer of ingredients to the bottom
of the basket. Close the hood.
2Press the DEHYDRATE button. The
default temperature setting will display.
Use the up and down TEMP arrows to
set your desired temperature.
CLEANING YOUR FOODITM GRILL
The unit should be cleaned thoroughly
after every use. Always let the appliance
cool before cleaning.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Keep the hood open
after removing your food so the unit
will cool down more quickly.
• To clean the main unit, and control
panel, wipe them with a damp cloth.
• The cooking pot, grill plate, crisper
basket, splatter shield, cleaning brush,
and any other included Ninja Foodi Grill
accessories are dishwasher safe.
• If hand-washing, use the included
cleaning brush (the opposite end is a
scraper for releasing baked-on residue).
Air-dry or towel-dry all parts after
hand-washing.
• If food residue or grease are stuck on the
grill plate, splatter shield, or any other
removable part, place them in a sink or
stack them in the pot and fill with warm,
soapy water and allow to soak for a
couple hours or overnight. After soaking,
use the brush to clean the parts.
• Over time, the splatter shield front tabs
and frame may accumulate grease
buildup. To deep clean the splatter
shield, place it in a pot of water and boil
for 10 minutes. Then, rinse with room
temperature water and allow to dry
completely before reinstalling.
3Use the up and down TIME arrows to
set the dehydration time, in 15-minute
increments, up to 12 hours.
4Press the START/STOP button to begin.
The unit does not need to preheat.
5When dehydration time is complete, the
unit will beep and END will appear on
the display screen. Remove your food
and close the hood.
USING YOUR FOODITM GRILL – CONT.
5When preheating is complete, the unit
will beep and “Add Food” will flash
across on the display screen.
6Open the hood and add ingredients to
the pot or set your bake pan* directly
in the bottom of the pot, and close the
hood to start cooking. Once the hood is
closed, cooking will begin and the timer
will start counting down.
7When cook time is complete, the unit
will beep and END will appear on the
display screen. Keep the hood open after
removing your food so the unit will cool
down more quickly. The stainless steel
wrap on the exterior of the unit will be
hot after cooking. If you need to cook
your food longer, simply press the TIME
up arrow to add more time, then press
the START/STOP button.
Bake
1Place cooking pot in the unit so the
indent on the pot aligned with the bump
on the main unit, then close the hood.
2Press the BAKE button. The default
temperature setting will display. Use
the up and down TEMP arrows to adjust
the temperature.
3Use the up and down TIME arrows to set
the cook time, in 15-minute increments,
up to 4 hours.
4Press the START/STOP button to begin
preheating. PRE will appear on the
display screen, and the progress bar
will begin. It can take up to 3 minutes
to preheat, depending on the selected
temperature setting.
NOTE: During cooking, you can open the
hood to check on your food. The timer will
pause when the hood is opened and then
automatically resume after it is closed.
AIR FRY
AIR FRY
AIR FRY
NOTE: NEVER use abrasive tools or
cleaners. NEVER immerse the main unit
in water or any other liquid.
NOTE: During dehydration, you can
open the hood to check on your food.
The timer will pause when the hood is
opened and then automatically resume
after it is closed.
150C AIR FRY
AIR FRY
AIR FRY
60C AIR FRY
NOTE: The Dehydrate function is not
included on all models.
NOTE: While preheating is strongly
recommended for best results, you can
skip it by pressing the BAKE button again.
“Add Food” will flash across the screen.
Open the hood and place ingredients
in the crisper basket. Once the hood is
closed cooking will begin and the timer
will start counting down.
NOTE: To convert conventional oven recipes,
reduce the temperature by 25°C. Check food
frequently to avoid overcooking. *Bake pan is
not included

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
• “Add Food” appears on the control panel display.
The unit has completed its Grill preheating and it is now time to add your ingredients.
• “Shut Lid” appears on the control panel display.
The hood is open and needs to be closed for the selected function to start.
• “Add Pot” appears on the control panel display.
The pot is not installed in the unit.
• “E” appears on the control panel display.
The unit is not functioning properly. Please contact Customer Service at
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• Why do blinking lights appear after I press the START/STOP button?
This is a progress bar indicating how far along you are in the preheating cycle.
• Why does the preheat progress bar not start from the beginning?
When the unit is warm from previously being used, it will not require the full preheating time.
• Should I add my ingredients before or after preheating?
Let the unit preheat before adding ingredients.
• Why is my unit emitting smoke?
When using the Grill function, always select the recommended temperature setting.
Recommended settings can be found in the Quick Start Guide and in the Inspiration
Guide. Make sure the splatter shield is installed.
• How do I pause the unit so I can check my food?
When the hood is opened during a cooking function, the unit will automatically pause.
• My food is burned.
Do not add food until preheating is complete. For best results, check progress throughout
cooking, and remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. Remove
food immediately after the cook time is complete to avoid overcooking.
• My food didn’t cook when air frying.
For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the
bottom of the crisper basket with no overlapping. Shake loose ingredients during
cooking for consistent crispiness.
• Why is my food blowing around when air frying?
Occasionally, the fan will blow lightweight foods around. To prevent this, secure loose
food (like the top slice of bread on a sandwich) with toothpicks.
• Can I air fry fresh battered ingredients?
Yes, but use the proper breading technique. It is important to coat foods first with flour,
then with egg, and then with bread crumbs. Be sure to press the bread crumbs onto the
food so they stick in place. Loose breading may be blown o by the unit’s powerful fan.
• The control panel display is no longer illuminated.
The unit is o. Press the power button to turn it back on.
• Can I cancel or override preheating?
Preheating is highly recommended for best results. skip preheating by selecting the
function again after you press the START/STOP button. However, you cannot override
preheating when using the Grill function.
• How can I deep clean the splatter shield?
The splatter shield should be cleaned after each use and is dishwasher safe. Over time,
the splatter shield front tabs and frame may accumulate grease buildup. Soaking the
splatter shield overnight will help soften the baked-on grease. After soaking, use the
cleaning brush to remove the grease from the stainless steel frame and front tabs.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order additional parts and accessories,
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contact Customer Service at SG [phone] MY [phone]
WARRANTY
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
The warranty commences on the date of purchase and expires at the end of the 1 year
period. In the unlikely event of a defect due to faulty materials or workmanship within
the guarantee period we will replace the defective/faulty part with a new product, free of
charge, or if the unit is deemed defective/faulty we replace the unit with an equivalent or
upgraded model, at our discretion.
For warranty claims, you will need to submit a proof of purchase in the form of a valid
receipt that displays date and place of purchase.
Replacement items will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the warranty
period from the date of the original purchase. Please note:
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 to avoid a hazard. Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a
risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the appliance is used.
• The item has not been misused, abused, neglected, altered, modified or repaired
by anyone.
• The item has been subjected to fair wear and tear.
• The item has not been used for trade, professional or hire purposes.
• The item has not sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accident
• Accidental damage
• Damage as a result of use not in accordance with the rating plate
• Use of parts and accessories that are not genuine Ninja components
Customer costs within warranty
The customer is responsible for any inwards freight charge to return a product for warranty
if requested, and outward freight charge for warranty parts and or replacement unit.
Who is covered?
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser, who bought the product from an
authorised retailer and may not be transferred. Proof of purchase is required.
What is not covered?
• Accessories supplied with the item.
• 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.

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