Nutri Ninja Ninja BlendMax DUO User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
Ninja®
BlendMax DUO™
BL2013
Model

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THANK YOU
for purchasing the Nutri Ninja® | Ninja® BlendMax DUO™
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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complete understanding of your newNutri Ninja |
Ninja BlendMax DUO.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
Watts: 1600W
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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Getting to Know Your Nutri Ninja® | Ninja® BlendMax DUO™ . 7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Before First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using Your Nutri Ninja Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using Your MAX 88 oz. Total Crushing® Pitcher . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Suggested Uses & Filling Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Filling Your Nutri Ninja Cup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �19
Ordering Replacement Parts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �19
Care & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Storing � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Resetting the Motor Thermostat � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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1Read all instructions prior to using the
appliance and its accessories.
2Carefully observe and practice all warnings
and instructions. This unit contains
electrical connections and moving parts
that potentially present risk to the user.
3This product is provided with a stacked
blade assembly. Always exercise care when
handling the stacked blade assembly. The
stacked blade assembly is sharp and is
NOT locked to the container. It is designed
to be removable to facilitate cleaning and
replacement if needed. ONLY grasp the
stacked blade assembly by the top of the
shaft. Failure to use care when handling the
stacked blade assembly will result in a risk
of laceration.
4ALWAYS exercise care when handling
the Pro Extractor Blades®Assembly. The
blades are sharp. ONLY grasp the Pro
Extractor Blades Assembly by the outer
perimeter of the blade assembly base.
Failure to use care when handling the blade
assembly will result in a risk of laceration.
5Take your time and exercise care during
unpacking and appliance setup. This
appliance contains sharp, loose blades that
can cause injury if mishandled.
6Take inventory of all contents to ensure that
you have all parts needed to properly and
safely operate your appliance.
7Unplug the appliance from the outlet
when not in use, before assembling or
disassembling parts, and before cleaning.
To unplug, grasp the plug by the body
and pull from the outlet. Never unplug by
grasping and pulling the flexible cord.
8Wash all parts that may contact food
before use. Follow washing instructions
covered in this Instruction Guide.
9 To protect against the risk of electric shock,
DO NOT submerge the appliance or allow the
power cord to contact any form of liquid.
10 DO NOT use this appliance outdoors. It is
designed for indoor household use only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE • FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electrical shock or property damage, basic
safety precautions must always be followed, including the following numbered
warnings and subsequent instructions.

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11 This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
DO NOT modify the plug in any way.
12 DO NOT operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or is dropped or
damaged in any manner. This appliance
has no user-serviceable parts. If damaged,
contact SharkNinja for servicing.
13 If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similar qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
14 Extension cords should not be used with
this appliance.
15 DO NOT allow young children to operate
this appliance or use as a toy. Close
supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used near children.
16 This appliance is not intended to be used
by people (including children) 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.
17 Before each use, inspect blade assemblies
for damage. If a blade is bent or damage is
suspected, contact SharkNinja to arrange
for replacement.
18 DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
19 DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the
edge of tables or counters. The cord may
become snagged and pull the appliance off
of the work surface.
20 DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the
edge of table or counter or to contact
hot surfaces, including stoves and other
heating appliances.
21 ALWAYS use the appliance on a dry and
level surface.
22 NEVER place a blade assembly on the
motor base without it first being attached
to its corresponding container (pitcher or
cup) and lid.
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23 Keep hands, hair, and clothing out of the
container when loading and operating.
24 ONLY use attachments and accessories
that are provided with the product or are
recommended by SharkNinja.
25 During operation and handling of the
appliance, avoid contact with moving parts.
26 DO NOT operate the appliance with an
empty container.
27 DO NOT fill containers past the max fill or
max liquid lines.
28 DO NOT microwave any containers or
accessories provided with the appliance.
29 DO NOT perform grinding operations with
the Nutri Ninja®Cups and Pro Extractor
Blades®Assembly.
30 Before operation, ensure that all utensils
are removed from containers. Failure to
remove utensils can cause containers to
shatter and potentially result in personal
injury and property damage.
31 Keep hands and utensils out of container while
blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to
persons or damage to the blender. A scraper
may be used but must be used ONLY when
the blender is not running.
32 NEVER operate the appliance without lids
and caps in place. DO NOT attempt to
defeat the interlock mechanism. Ensure
that the container and lid are properly
installed before operation.
33 DO NOT expose the containers and
accessories to extreme temperature
changes. They may experience damage.
34 NEVER leave the appliance unattended
while in use.
35 DO NOT open pour spout cover while
blender is operating.
36 DO NOT blend hot liquids. Doing so may result
in a pressure buildup and steam exposure that
can pose a risk of the user being burned.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE • FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electrical shock or property damage, basic
safety precautions must always be followed, including the following numbered
warnings and subsequent instructions.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
37 If you find unmixed ingredients sticking to
the sides of the pitcher, stop the appliance,
remove the lid, and use a spatula to dislodge
ingredients. NEVER insert your hands into
the pitcher, as you may contact one of the
blades and experience a laceration.
38 DO NOT attempt to remove the container
and lids from the motor base while the
motor and blade assembly is still spinning.
Allow the appliance to come to a complete
stop before removing lids and containers.
39 Upon completion of processing, ensure that
the stacked blade assembly is removed
BEFORE emptying pitcher contents. The
stacked blade assembly is to be removed
by grasping the top of the shaft and lifting
from the pitcher. Failure to remove the
stacked blade assembly before emptying
the pitcher results in a risk of laceration.
40 Remove the Pro Extractor Blades®
Assembly from the Nutri Ninja®Cup upon
completion of blending. Do not store
ingredients before or after blending them in
the cup with the blade assembly attached.
Some foods may contain active ingredients
or release gases that will expand if left in
a sealed container, resulting in excessive
pressure buildup that can pose a risk of
injury. For ingredient storage in the cup,
use only Spout Lid to cover.
41 If the appliance overheats, a thermal switch
will activate and temporarily disable the
motor. To reset, unplug the appliance
and allow it to cool for approximately 15
minutes before using again.
42 The maximum wattage rating for this
appliance is based on the configuration
of the stacked blade assembly and MAX
88 oz. Total Crushing®Pitcher. Other
configurations may draw less power or
current.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
NUTRI NINJA® | NINJA® BLENDMAX DUO™
WELCOME!
Congratulations on
your purchase. Use this
Owner’s Guide to learn
about the great features
of your Nutri Ninja |
Ninja BlendMax DUO.
From assembly to use
to maintenance, you will
find it all in here.
MAIN UNIT
AMotor Base
B Pitcher Lid
C MAX 88 oz. Total Crushing®Pitcher*
DPro Extractor Blades®Assembly
E Stacked Blade Assembly
FSpout Lid
G 24 oz. Tritan™Nutri Ninja Cup
H 18 oz. Tritan Nutri Ninja Cup
There are a variety of
accessories that are compatible
with this blenderseries.
NOTE: The top flap of
your box shows the select
accessories that are
included with your model.
If you have any questions,
concerns or feedback, we’d
love to hear from you. Give
us a call at 1-877-646-5288
or visit ninjakitchen.com/
customersupport
To learn more about our
products and to find
great recipes, please visit
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* 80 oz. max liquid capacity.

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FEATURES
PULSE
Offers greater control of pulsing and blending. Operates only when
the PULSE button is pressed. Use short presses for short pulses.
LOW/MED/HI
Select your preferred speed for ultimate control.
Auto-iQ BOOST™
Adds time to any Auto-iQ program so you can control the
consistency of your recipes. The BOOST button toggles
between YES and NO: select BOOST YES for smoother,
creamier results; select BOOST NO for more texture.
Auto-iQ™ EXTRACT
Ideal for hard, leafy, or fibrous whole fruits and vegetables,
including their skins, seeds, and stems.
Auto-iQ SMOOTHIE
Great for creamy, super-smooth drinks made from frozen
fruit, ice or dairy products.
Auto-iQ PUREE
Automatically blends your ingredients to create silky-smooth
dips, sauces and soups.
Auto-iQ FROZEN DRINK
Takes all the guesswork out of turning ice, juices and fruit
into expertly blended frozen drink.
Auto-iQ TOTAL CRUSH
Crushes ice cubes (including ones made with coffee or juice)
to create snow cones and granitas. Also pulverizes frozen
berries into powder for a unique twist on frozen desserts.
DID YOU KNOW?
• You can take your drinks
on the go using the Spout
Lids.
• All containers and lids are
BPA free.
• Our blades, containers and
lids are all dishwasher safe.
IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.

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BEFORE FIRST USE
1Remove all packaging materials from the appliance. Exercise care when unpacking blade
assemblies. All blade assemblies are sharp.
2 The stacked blade assembly is NOT locked in place in its containers. Handle the stacked
blade assembly by grasping the top of the shaft.
3 Handle the Pro Extractor Blades®Assembly by grasping around the perimeter of the blade
assembly base.
4 Wash containers, lids and blade assemblies in warm, soapy water using a dishwashing
utensil with a handle to avoid direct contact with the blades. Exercise care when handling
blade assemblies, as the blades are sharp.
5 Thoroughly rinse and air-dry all parts.
6 All attachments are dishwasher safe. It is recommended that the lids and blade assemblies
be placed on the top rack of the dishwasher. Ensure that blade assemblies are removed
from their containers before placing in the dishwasher. Exercise care when handling blade
assemblies.
7 Wipe the motor base with a clean, damp cloth.

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USING YOUR NUTRI NINJA® CUPS
IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.
1 Place the unplugged motor
base on a clean, dry, and
level surface such as a
countertop or table. Press
downward on the motor
base to adhere the suction
cups to the work surface.
Ensure the motor base is
connected to power.
2Add ingredients to the Nutri
Ninja Cup. DO NOT add
ingredients past the Max
Liquid line on the cup.
TIP: For recommended
loading instructions, check
out page 19.
NOTE: Auto-IQ™
programs have pauses
and changes in speed
throughout the cycle.

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3Install the Pro Extractor Blades®Assembly
onto the top of the cup. Twist the lid
clockwise until it’s sealed tightly.
4Turn the Nutri Ninja®Cup upside down and
install onto the motor base. Align the tabs
on the cup with the slots on the base, then
twist until you hear a click. When the unit
is connected to power and the container is
correctly locked on to the motor base, the
program buttons will illuminate and the unit
is ready for use.

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USING YOUR NUTRI NINJA® CUPS
IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.
5Select the program that
best suits your recipe.
The Auto-iQ™feature will
automatically stop the
appliance at the end of
the program. Non-Auto-
iQ settings will continue
to run until the appliance
is stopped. To pause the
appliance at any time,
press the currently active
button a second time.
Reference page 9 for
program descriptions.
NOTE: Auto-IQ™programs
have pauses and changes in
speed throughout the cycle.
For program descriptions,
reference page 9.
6To remove the cup from the
motor base, turn the cup
counterclockwise and then
lift it off the motor base.

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7 Remove the Pro Extractor
Blades®Assembly by
twisting the cap counter-
clockwise. Exercise care
when handling the blade
assembly, as the blades
are sharp. Do not store
blended contents with
the Pro Extractor Blades
Assembly attached.
8Unplug the appliance
when finished and release
the motor base from the
work surface. To release
the motor base, gently
pull it toward you. Refer
to page 20 for storing
instructions.
9To enjoy your drink on the
go, place the Spout Lid
onto the Nutri Ninja®Cup
and twist clockwise until
firmly sealed. For storage,
only use Spout Lid to
cover.

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TIP: Select BOOST YES
when you want a thinner,
finer consistency. Use
BOOST NO when you want
more texture.
TIP: If the stacked blade
assembly is not fully
seated, you will not be
able to install and lock the
lid into position.
TIP: To learn more about
the unit’s programs, check
out page 9.
NOTE: DO NOT add
ingredients before
completing installation
of the stacked blade
assembly.
NOTE: The pitcher can
be installed in two different
orientations. The handle
can be positioned on the
front-right corner of the
motor base or the front-left
corner of the motor base.
USING YOUR MAX 88 OZ.
TOTAL CRUSHING® PITCHER
IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.
1Plug in motor base and
place on a clean, dry,
level surface such as a
countertop or table. Press
downward on the motor
base to adhere the suction
cups to the work surface.
2Lower the pitcher onto the
motor base. The handle
should be aligned slightly
to the right and the pitcher
should be oriented so the
LOCK symbols are visible
on the motor base. Then
rotate the container to the
left until you hear a click.

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3Exercising care, grasp the
stacked blade assembly
by the top of the shaft and
place it onto the drive gear
inside the pitcher. Note
that the blade assembly
will fit loosely onto the
drive gear.
4Add ingredients to the
pitcher, making sure not
to exceed the Max Fill
line on the side of the
pitcher. When blending
any kind of liquids, such as
beverages or smoothies,
DO NOT exceed the MAX
Liquid line on the side of
thepitcher.
5Place the lid on the pitcher,
aligning the triangle
symbol located on the lid
with the triangle symbol
located on the pitcher’s
handle. Press down on
the handle until you hear a
click. The triangle symbols
MUST be aligned for
the lid to lock into place
and the appliance to
operate. When the unit is
connected to power and
the container is correctly
locked into the motor
base, the program buttons
will illuminate and the unit
is ready for use.

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USING YOUR MAX 88 OZ.
TOTAL CRUSHING® PITCHER - CONT.
IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: As a safety
feature, the power light will
flash and the motor will
be disabled if the pitcher
and lid are not properly
installed. If this happens,
repeat step 5 on page 16.
When the pitcher and lid
are properly installed, the
power light will illuminate
solid, indicating the
appliance is ready for use.
6Select the speed or
Auto-iQ™program that
best suits your recipe.
The Auto-iQ feature will
automatically stop the
appliance at the end of
the program. Non-Auto-
iQ settings will continue
to run until the appliance
is stopped. To pause the
appliance at any time,
press the currently active
button a second time.
7When ingredients have
reached your desired
consistency, stop the
appliance by pressing the
power button, and wait for
the appliance to come to a
complete stop.
8 To remove the pitcher from
the motor base, turn the
pitcher counterclockwise and
then lift it off the motor base.
NOTE: For even blending,
PLUSE ingredients in short
intervals. For program
descriptions, reference page 9.

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9For thinner mixtures, ensure
that the lid is locked into
place, open the pour spout
cap on the lid and use
the pour spout to empty
contents of the pitcher.
10 For thicker mixtures
that cannot be emptied
through the pour spout,
remove the lid and stacked
blade assembly before
pouring. To remove the
lid, press the RELEASE
button on the lid and lift
the handle. The lid can
then be removed from
the pitcher. To remove the
stacked blade assembly,
carefully grasp the blade
assembly by the top of the
shaft and remove from the
Pitcher. The pitcher can
then be emptied.
11 Unplug the appliance
when finished and release
the motor base from the
work surface. To release
the motor base, place
your hands underneath it
and gently pull it toward
you. Refer to page 20 for
storing instructions.

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IMPORTANT: Review all
warnings on pages 3-6
before proceeding.
SUGGESTED USES &
FILLING INSTRUCTIONS
fresh fruits,
veggies
leafy greens,
herbs
seeds, powders,
nut butters
ice,
frozen ingredients
liquids, yogurt
FILLING YOUR NUTRI NINJA® CUP
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 fresh fruit or veggies (for best results, cut ingredients
in 1-inch chunks). Next add leafy greens or herbs, followed by
any liquids like water, juice, milk, or yogurt. Then add seeds,
powders or nut butters. Lastly, add ice or frozen ingredients.
Remember to securely tighten the Pro Extractor Blades
®
Assembly and don’t overfill the cup.
ORDERING
REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order additional parts
and attachments, please
visit ninjakitchen.com or
contact customer service at
1-877-646-5288.