Ninja CE251 12-Cup Coffee Brewer User Guide

Ninja CE251 12-Cup Coffee Brewer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all instructions before using your NINJA® COFFEE BREWER. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, death, or damage when using this appliance, follow these basic safety precautions.

General Precautions

1. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and 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.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, 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. DO NOT force into an outlet or try to modify to fit.
3. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
4. To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and discard the protective cover fitted on the power plug of this appliance.
5. Children shall not play with the appliance.
6. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, DO NOT immerse the cord, plugs, or body of the machine in water or other liquid.
7. NEVER carry the appliance by the power cord or pull it to disconnect from the electrical socket; instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
8. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact SharkNinja Operating LLC for service.
9. For household and worktop use only. DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge, or touch hot surfaces such as the stove.
10. NEVER use the socket below the counter.
11. To avoid the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT store or use the unit in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet.
12. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
13. Turn off and allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
    Operating Notice
14. The use of an accessory not recommended by the manufacturer may create an overflow condition and scalding hazard, or result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
15. ALWAYS use the appliance on a clean, dry, level surface.
16. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
17. DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
18. DO NOT use outdoors.
19. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
20. To avoid contact with steam and hot surfaces, DO NOT reach across the top of the brewer to froth
21. ALWAYS place a vessel beneath the brew basket to receive the brewed coffee.
22. Scalding may occur if the brew basket is opened during a brew or clean cycle.
23. DO NOT remove the vessel while the appliance is running without the Drip Stop in the closed position. Return the vessel quickly and open the Drip Stop to continue the brew.
24. DO NOT fill the water reservoir with anything other than water, as other liquids may damage your brewer.
25. DO NOT overfill the water reservoir. Fill water only to the Max Fill line.
26. DO NOT run the appliance without water.
27. Exceeding the maximum brew basket capacity may cause overflow. DO NOT use fine or espresso ground coffee.
    Glass Carafe
28. The carafe is designed for use with this appliance only. DO NOT place the carafe on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or in a heated oven.
29. DO NOT set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
30. DO NOT use a cracked or scratched carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
31. DO NOT clean the carafe with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
32. DO NOT place the carafe in the microwave.
33. DO NOT expose the carafe to extreme temperature changes.
34. DO NOT drink directly from the carafe. Liquid from the carafe may be very hot.
35. DO NOT use the carafe to store food when not in use.
36. Ensure the carafe is completely empty before starting a cleaning or brewing cycle. Starting a cycle with water, coffee, or tea in the carafe will cause an overflow.
    Care & Maintenance
37. Allow the appliance to cool before removing any parts and before cleaning
38. To prevent illness from bacterial growth in the appliance, follow all cleaning instructions in the Care & Maintenance section of this Owner’s Guide.
39. Clean the system on a weekly basis.
40. If the product is not operating properly, visit ninjakitchen.com or contact SharkNinja Operating LLC for examination, repair, or adjustment. Any servicing needs must be performed by an authorized service provider.
41. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
    Cord Statement
42. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
43. DO NOT use extension cords with this product.

WARNING:
Risk of fire or electric shock. Do not remove the bottom cover

THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBER: CE251
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
• Power: 1100 Watts
• Water Reservoir Capacity: 60 Fluid Ounces

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• a. Integrated Ninja® Scoop
• b. Brew-Through Lid with Flavor Straw
• c. Glass Carafe
• d. Gold-Tone Permanent Filter
• e. Removable Filter Holder
• f. Brew Basket
• g. Brewer
• h. Control Panel
• I. Precision Temp Warming Plate
• j. Water Reservoir Lid
• k. Removable Water Reservoir
• l. Power Cord & Storage (not shown)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NINJA® COFFEE BREWER

CONTROL PANEL

1. Programmable Digital Clock
2. Clock Hour and Minute Buttons
3. STAY WARM Button
4. DELAY BREW Button
5. SMALL BATCH Button
6. Brew Types
   • a CLASSIC Brew Button
   • b RICH Brew Button
7. BREW Button
8. Clean Cycle Button
9. Power Button

FEATURES OF THE NINJA COFFEE BREWER

• Thermal Flavor Extraction® Technology – Blends automated controls for calibrated temperature, pre-infusion, coffee saturation, and flavor richness to unlock the full flavor potential of your coffee.
• SMALL BATCH Setting – When brewing 4 cups or fewer, add your desired amount of water to the reservoir and press SMALL BATCH to ensure the same great flavor as a Full Carafe brew. DO NOT add more water than the cups of coffee you want to brew, as the unit will use up the total amount of water in the reservoir regardless of the Small Batch setting.
• Brew Types – Control the strength and style of your coffee:
  • a. CLASSIC Brew for smooth, balanced hot coffee.
  • b. RICH Brew for a richer-than-classic but still smooth coffee flavor that stands up to milk, cream, or flavoring.
• Removable Water Reservoir with Easy Access – For quick and easy filling.
• 24-Hour Programmable Delay Brew – Set it to automatically brew at a desired time. The brewer will remain pre-heated and ready to brew at the time you programmed.
• Mid-Brew Pause – Automatically stops the flow of coffee from the brew basket when the carafe is removed, allowing you to pour a cup mid-brew.
• CLEAN Function – The clean function allows you to clean your unit whenever you would like. As a guideline, we suggest running a clean cycle when it takes longer than 12–15 minutes to brew a full carafe of coffee.
• Adjustable Warming Plate– Keep your brew at the ideal temperature for up to 4 hours. The Adjustable Warming Plate will activate during the brew and will automatically shut off after 2 hours by default. You can also program the warming plate to stay on for more or less time by pressing and holding STAY WARM

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all packaging material and stickers from the coffee maker.
2. Wash the water reservoir, carafe, removable filter holder, and gold-tone permanent filter in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth. Rinse parts and dry thoroughly.
3. Prime the system by running 2 full carafes on Classic Brew with water only. After each cycle is complete, discard the water.

SETTING THE CLOCK

1. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and press the Power button
2. Press either the H (hour) button or the M (minute) button and the display will flash. Use the H and M buttons to set the clock to the current time. The AM or PM indicator will illuminate on the left side of the display as you are setting the time.
3. When the desired time is reached, allow 5 seconds for it to set.
   NOTE: If you unplug the brewer or experience a power loss, you will need to reset the clock the next time the brewer is powered on

HOW TO BREW

1. Place the brewer on a dry, clean, and level surface. Plug your brewer in and power it on.
2. Remove the water reservoir from the unit by lifting it straight up (Fig. 1). Remove the lid entirely and fill the water reservoir to the desired level (Fig. 2).
   NOTE: DO NOT fill past the 12-cup Line. If overfilled, remove the water reservoir from the brewer and pour out water until the level is no higher than the 12-cup Line.
3. Place the filter holder in the brew basket (Fig. 3). Then place the permanent filter or a #4 paper filter in the filter holder.
   NOTE: If using a paper filter, fold the paper filter along the seams, open it fully, and firmly press it into the filter holder, making sure it is fully seated.
4. Add your desired amount of coffee grounds to the brew basket.
5. Place the brew-through lid on the carafe and turn clockwise to lock it into place (Fig. 4). Then place the carafe under the brew basket (Fig. 5).
6. Select either CLASSIC or RICH brew. If you are brewing 4 cups or less, also select SMALL BATCH. (Fig. 6).
7. Press BREW to start brewing. When the brewing is complete, the unit will beep.
   NOTE: Each brew has a pre-infusion cycle with varying times. The brew will begin, pause for a short period of time, and then continue brewing. This pre-infusion cycle is used to evenly saturate the coffee grounds

PREPARING & USING YOUR NINJA® COFFEE BREWER

COFFEE MEASUREMENT CHART

Integrated Ninja Scoop is equivalent to 1 tbsp. of coffee.

PREPARING & USING YOUR NINJA® COFFEE BREWER – CONT

PROGRAMMING DELAY-BREW

NOTE: The unit must remain on for the Delay Brew function to work. DO NOT power off after setting Delay Brew.

1. Turn the unit on by pressing the Power button.
2. After filling the water reservoir and adding ground coffee to the brew basket, be sure the reservoir and brew basket are securely in place. Place the empty carafe under the brew basket.
3. Press DELAY BREW. The clock will flash “12:00”. Use the hour (H) and minute (M) buttons to set the time you would like the Delay Brew to begin. The AM or PM indicator will illuminate on the left side of the display as you are setting the time.
4. Select the brew style and that selection will illuminate. If brewing fewer than 4 cups, press SMALL BATCH, too.
5. Once you have set the time and brew style, press DELAY BREW to activate, or wait 5 seconds for Delay Brew to lock in. When activated, the unit will beep, and
   DELAY BREW will remain illuminated.
6. To cancel, press DELAY BREW or the Power button. Changing the brew style while Delay Brew is set or starting another brew will cancel the

ADJUSTABLE WARMING PLATE
The warming plate will turn on once the brew has started. Press the STAY WARM button after the brew to turn off the warming plate (Fig. 9). You can turn the warming plate back on by pressing STAY WARM again. Wait until the surface has cooled completely before touching.

NOTE: DO NOT add additional water to the reservoir when using the STAY WARM function.

You can program the warming plate to stay on for up to 4 hours.

1. Press and hold STAY WARM until the clock flashes, displaying the time at which the warming plate is currently set to turn off.
2. Quickly press the hour (H) or minute (M) button to adjust the time up to 4 hours. The warming plate is automatically programmed to stay on for 2:00 hours.
3. To lock in the new duration, press STAY WARM again, or wait 5 seconds for it to lock in automatically.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING AFTER A BREW

1. After the unit has cooled, remove the filter holder from the brew basket. If using a paper filter, discard it. If using the permanent filter, wash it thoroughly with soap and warm water or place on the top rack of the dishwasher.
2. Empty the water reservoir and hand-wash or place on the top rack of the dishwasher.
   NOTE: For best results, we recommend rinsing the reservoir after brewing and refilling with fresh water the next time you brew.
3. We recommend cleaning your carafe with warm, soapy water, or placing it on the top rack of your dishwasher. If you want to clean the carafe more thoroughly, we recommend using a soft foam brush such as the one shown to the right.
4. After the coffee maker has cooled, wipe down the main unit, showerhead, and water reservoir shelf with a cloth and warm water. DO NOT immerse the coffee maker in water.

DESCALING YOUR NINJA® COFFEE BREWER

NOTE: Make sure the SMALL BATCH button is not selected/illuminated.

1. Set the empty carafe beneath the brew basket.
2. Use a descaling solution specifically formulated for coffeemaker cleaning and follow the directions on the package. Fill the water reservoir up to, but not
   exceeding, the 12-cup Line (60 fl. oz.). OR Add 16 oz. of white vinegar to the water reservoir, then fill the rest of the reservoir with water up to, but not exceeding, the 12-cup Line (60 fl. oz.).
3. Once the water reservoir is filled with your cleaning solution or vinegar mixture, Press the CLEAN button. The clean cycle takes approximately 25–35 minutes. To cancel the clean cycle, press the CLEAN button again or press the Power button.
4. The unit will beep when the clean cycle successfully completed. Refill the reservoir with fresh water up to, but not exceeding, the 12-cup Line, and set the empty carafe beneath the brew basket. Run a full Classic Brew cycle with water only to remove any cleaning solution that could affect the flavor of your coffee.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

There is sediment in my coffee

• If using a permanent filter, the sediment at the bottom of the brewed coffee may be due to using finely ground coffee.
• To reduce the amount of sediment in the brewed coffee, use a slightly coarser grind or use a paper filter
  NOTE: We DO NOT recommend using a paper filter in conjunction with the permanent filter, as this could cause water and/or coffee to clog or back up in the filter basket

There are grounds in my coffee

• Either the permanent filter or a paper filter must be inserted into filter holder when brewing.
• Using too many grounds can cause the filter holder to overflow. Once cooled, clean out the filter holder and refill using the appropriate amount of coffee
  (1 scoop per cup).
• Finely ground coffee can clog the filter holder. For best brewing results, use a medium-grind coffee.

Brew basket drips even after the brew cycle is completed

• The removable filter holder valve may be clogged. Rinse the filter holder with water and press the valve repeatedly until the clog is cleared.

Paper filter is folded over

• The unit is designed to take a #4 cone filter. Be sure you are using this size and shape, as larger sizes may fold over. Allow the filter holder to cool before handling. Be sure the paper filter is folded along its two seams and is pressed firmly into the filter holder. Alternatively, you can wet the sides of the paper filter to temporarily adhere it to the filter holder.
• If the problem persists, try using a permanent filter instead of a paper filter.
  NOTE: When using a paper filter, DO NOT use the permanent filter.

Coffee is too weak

• For a stronger coffee, use the Rich Brew setting, try darker-roast grounds, or use the permanent filter rather than a paper filter. If you want an even bolder flavor, you can add more coffee grounds. Additional grounds do absorb water, so you may get more concentrated coffee but overall less liquid volume.

Coffee is too strong

• For milder coffee, try the Classic Brew setting using light-roast grounds and a paper filter rather than the permanent filter. If you want an even milder flavor, you can use fewer grounds.

Brew will not start

NOTE: The brew will begin, pause, and then continue. This process is used to evenly saturate the coffee grounds.

• Ensure the unit is powered on and the display is illuminated. If there are no lights, the machine is not getting power. Try a different outlet and press the Power button.
• Check to make sure there is water in the water reservoir.
• Make sure the carafe is in place. The brewer will not dispense coffee if the carafe is not under the brew basket. If it is not in place, the brew will remain in the brew basket, which could lead to overflow.
• If the brew still does not start, it may be time to run a clean cycle. Please refer to the Descaling Your Ninja® Coffee Brewer section.

The brew cycle is too slow

• A full carafe brew will take approximately 12–15 minutes. If a full carafe brew takes longer than expected, you may need to descale your unit.

Carafe overflowed

• The carafe may not have been empty prior to brewing, or the water level exceeded the Max Fill line on the water reservoir prior to brewing. Reminder, DO NOT add additional water to the reservoir after a brew or cleaning cycle has already started.
• For Classic brew, the carafe holds 60 fl. oz. To avoid overflows, make sure carafe is empty prior to brewing and the water reservoir is not filled past the 12-Cup Line.

Brew basket overflowed

• Check that the carafe is in place with the lid secured. If the carafe is in place, the bottom of the filter holder may be clogged. This can happen with finely ground coffee or too many coffee grounds in the filter holder. Rinse the filter holder with water and press the valve repeatedly until the clog is cleared.
  NOTE: We recommend using medium-grind coffee.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

• Please visit registeryourninja.com or call 1-877-646-5288 to register your new Ninja® product within ten (10) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase, and model number along with your name and address. The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order additional parts and attachments, visit our website: ninjaaccessories.com, or contact Customer Service: at 1-877-646-5288

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of SharkNinja Operating LLC. Warranty coverage applies to the original owner and to the original product only and is not transferable. SharkNinja warrants that the unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase when it is used under normal household conditions and maintained according to the requirements outlined in the Owner’s Guide, subject to the following conditions and exclusions

What is covered by this warranty?

1. The original unit and/or non-wearable parts deemed defective, in SharkNinja’s sole discretion, will be repaired or replaced up to one (1) year from the original purchase date.
2. In the event a replacement unit is issued, the warranty coverage ends six (6) months following the receipt date of the replacement unit or the remainder of the existing warranty, whichever is later. SharkNinja reserves the right to replace the unit with one of equal or greater value.

What is not covered by this warranty?

1. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts (such as carafes, lids, brew baskets, permanent filters, water reservoirs, etc.), which require regular maintenance and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit, are not covered by this warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase at ninjaaccessories.com
2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes
3. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling, failure to perform required maintenance (e.g., failure to keep the well of the motor base clear of food spills and other debris), or damage due to mishandling in transit.
4. Consequential and incidental damages.
5. Defects caused by repair persons not authorized by SharkNinja. These defects include damages caused in the process of shipping, altering, or repairing the SharkNinja product (or any of its parts) when the repair is performed by a repair person not authorized by SharkNinja.
6. Products purchased, used, or operated outside North America

How to get service

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, visit ninjakitchen.com/support for product care and maintenance self-help. Our Customer Service Specialists are also available at 1-877-646-5288 to assist with product support and warranty service options, including the possibility of upgrading to our VIP warranty service options for select product categories. So we may better assist you, please register your product online at registeryourninja.com and have the product on hand when you call. SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the unit to us for repair or
replacement. A fee of $19.95 (subject to change) will be charged when SharkNinja ships the repaired or replacement unit.

How to initiate a warranty claim

You must call 1-877-646-5288 to initiate a warranty claim. You will need the receipt as proof of purchase. We also ask that you register your product online at registeryourninja.com and have the product on hand when you call, so we may better assist you. A Customer Service specialist will provide you with return and packing instruction information.

How state law applies

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

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