Ninja AMZ493BRN Compact Kitchen System Blender User Manual

Ninja AMZ493BRN Compact Kitchen System Blender

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance and its accessories.
2. Carefully observe and follow all warnings and instructions. This unit contains
   electrical connections and moving parts that potentially present a risk to the user.
3. Take your time and exercise care during unpacking and appliance setup. This
   appliance contains sharp, loose blades that can cause injury if mishandled.
4. Upon completion of processing, ensure that the blade assembly is removed BEFORE emptying the container’s contents. Remove the blade assembly by carefully grasping the top of the shaft and lifting it from the container. Failure to remove the blade assembly before emptying the container results in a risk of laceration.
5. Take inventory of all contents to ensure you have all parts needed to properly and safely operate your appliance.
6. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
7. This product is provided with a Stacked Blade Assembly and a Chopping Blade Assembly. ALWAYS exercise care when handling blade assemblies. The blade assemblies are sharp and are NOT locked in place in their containers. The blade
   assemblies are designed to be removable to facilitate cleaning and replacement if
   needed. ONLY grasp the blade assembly by the top of the shaft. Failure to use care
   when handling the blade assemblies will result in a risk of laceration.
8. ALWAYS 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.
9. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug 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.
10. Before use, wash all parts that may contact with food. Follow the washing instructions covered in this instruction manual.
11. Before each use, inspect blade assemblies for damage. If a blade is bent or damage is suspected, contact SharkNinja to arrange for replacement.
12. DO NOT use this appliance outdoors. It is designed for indoor household use only.
13. This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong 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.
14. 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 non-user-serviceable parts. If damaged, contact SharkNinja for servicing.
15. This appliance has important markings on the plug blade. The entire supply cord is not suitable for replacement. If damaged, please contact SharkNinja for service.
16. Extension cords should NOT be used with this appliance.
17. To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT submerge the appliance or allow the power cord to contact any form of liquid.
18. DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the edges of tables or counters. The cord may become snagged and pull the appliance off the work surface.
19. DO NOT allow the unit or the cord to contact hot surfaces, including stoves and other heating appliances.
20. ALWAYS use the appliance on a dry and level surface.
21. DO NOT allow children to operate this appliance or use it as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
22. This appliance is NOT intended to be used by people with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or a 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.
23. ONLY use attachments and accessories that are provided with the product or are recommended by SharkNinja. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by SharkNinja, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
24. NEVER place a blade assembly on the motor base without first attaching attached to its corresponding container and lid.
25. Keep hands, hair, and clothing out of the container when loading and operating.
26. During the operation and handling of the appliance, avoid contact with moving parts.
27. DO NOT fill containers past the MAX FILL or MAX LIQUID lines.
28. DO NOT operate the appliance with an empty container.
29. DO NOT microwave any containers or accessories provided with the appliance.
30. NEVER leave the appliance unattended while in use.
31. DO NOT blend hot liquids. Doing so may result in pressure buildup and steam exposure that can pose a risk of the user being burned.
32. DO NOT process dry ingredients with the Single-Serve Cup and Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly, the Stacked Blade Assembly, or the Chopping Blade Assembly.
33. To reduce the risk of injury, never place the Chopping Blade Assembly on the base without first putting the bowl properly in place.
34. DO NOT perform grinding operations with the Single-Serve Cup and Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly, the Stacked Blade Assembly, or the Chopping Blade Assembly.
35. NEVER operate the appliance without lids and caps in place. DO NOT attempt to defeat the interlock mechanism. Ensure the container and lid are properly installed before operation.
36. 36 Before operation, ensure all utensils are removed from containers. Failure to
    remove utensils can cause containers to shatter and potentially result in personal injury and property damage.
37. Keep hands and utensils out of containers while chopping to reduce the risk of severe personal injury or damage to the blender/food chopper. A scraper may be used ONLY when the blender or processor is not running.
38. If you find unmixed ingredients sticking to the sides of the cup, stop the appliance.,
    Remove the blade assembly, and use a scraper to dislodge ingredients.
39. DO NOT open the pour spout cap while the blender is operating.
40. 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.
41. DO NOT attempt to remove the container or lid from the motor base while the blade assembly is still spinning. Allow the appliance to come to a complete stop before removing lids and containers.
42. 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 30 minutes before using it again.
43. DO NOT expose the containers and accessories to extreme temperature changes. They may experience damage.
44. If using the pour spout, hold the cover in place on the container or ensure the lid lock is engaged when pouring to avoid the risk of injury.
45. Remove the Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly from the Single-Serve 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 the Spout Lid to cover.
46. The maximum wattage rating for this appliance is based on the configuration of
    the Pro Extractor Blades Assembly and Single-Serve Cup. Other configurations
    may draw less power or current.
47. DO NOT submerge the motor base or control panel in water or other liquids. DO NOT spray the motor base or control panel with any liquid.
48. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
49. Turn off the appliance and unplug the motor base before cleaning.
50. The unit is intended to create a dough ball. It is NOT intended to be continuously kneaded. After the dough ball forms, additional kneading should be done by hand on a work surface. If the unit moves excessively on the work surface, remove the dough ball and knead by hand.

PARTS

PARTS

• A Pitcher Lid
• B 72 oz.* Total Crushing® Pitcher
• C Motor Base (attached power cord not shown)
• D Stacked Blade Assembly
• E Spout Lid
• F Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly
• G 18 oz. Single-Serve Cup
• H 40 oz. Precision Processor® Bowl
• I Precision Processor Bowl Lid
• J Dough Blade Assembly
• K Chopping Blade Assembly

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all packaging materials from the appliance. Exercise care when unpacking blade assemblies. All blade assemblies are sharp.
2. The Chopping Blade Assembly and Stacked Blade Assembly are NOT locked in place in their containers. Handle the Chopping Blade Assembly and 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. Wipe the control panel with a soft cloth. Allow it to dry completely before using.

FEATURES

AUTO-IQ®
Intelligent preset programs combine unique blending and pausing patterns that do the work for you. Once a preset program is selected, it will start immediately and automatically stop when blending is complete. To stop blending before the end of the
program, press the currently active button again.

AUTO-IQ PROGRAMS

• SMOOTHIE: Make a batch of super-smooth, sippable drinks and shakes from
  fresh or frozen fruit, liquids, and ice.
• FROZEN: Turn ice, juices, and fruit into expertly blended frozen drinks
• DOUGH: Ideal for creating delicious dough for pizza, bread, and baked goods.
• MIX: Use the pitcher to blend batters and sauces that are ready to pour.

MANUAL PROGRAMS

• START/STOP: Pressing the START/STOP button will run the unit on high speed up to 60 seconds. You can also press this button to stop any program that is running.
• PULSE: Offers greater control of blending. Operates only when PULSE is pressed.
  Use short presses for short pulses and long presses for long pulses.

USING THE TOTAL CRUSHING® PITCHER

1. Plug in the motor base and place it on a clean, dry, level surface such as a countertop or table.         
2. Lower the Total Crushing 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. Rotate the pitcher clockwise until it clicks into place.                 
3. Exercising 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.
4. Add ingredients to the pitcher. DO NOT add ingredients past the MAX LIQUID line on the pitcher.               
5. Place the lid on the pitcher, aligning the triangle symbol on the lid with the triangle symbol on the handle. Press down on the handle until it clicks into place. The triangle symbols MUST be aligned for the lid to lock and the unit to operate. Once the lid is locked in place, the available program buttons will illuminate,,e and the unit will be ready for use.           
6. • a: If using an Auto-IQ® program, the preset feature will automatically stop at the end of the program. To pause the unit at any time, press the currently active button
     again.
   • b: If using START/STOP, once ingredients have reached the desired consistency, press START/STOP again and wait for the unit to come to a complete stop.             
7. To remove the pitcher from the motor base, turn the pitcher counterclockwise and then lift it.             
8. • a: To pour out thinner mixtures, ensure the lid is locked in place, then open the pour spout cap.
   • 
   • b: 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 and lift the handle. To remove the blade
     assembly, carefully grasp it by the top of the shaft. The pitcher can then be emptied. 
9. Unplug the unit when finished. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.

USING THE SINGLE-SERVE CUP

1. Plug in the motor base and place it on a clean, dry, level surface such as a countertop or table.         
2. Add ingredients to the Single-Serve Cup. DO NOT add ingredients past the MAX LIQUID line on the cup.           
3. Install the Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly onto the top of the cup. Twist the lid clockwise until it’s sealed tightly.             
4. Turn the cup upside down and install it on the motor base. Align the tabs on the cup with the slots on the base, then rotate the cup clockwise until it clicks into place. Once the cup is locked in place, the available program buttons will illuminate, and the unit will be ready for use.             
5. a: If using an Auto-IQ® program, the preset feature will automatically stop at the end of the program. To stop the program at any time, press the currently active
   program again.
   • b: If using START/STOP, once ingredients have reached the desired consistency, press START/STOP again and wait for the unit to come to a complete stop.         
6. To remove the cup from the motor base, turn the cup counterclockwise and then lift it
7. Remove the Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly by twisting counterclockwise. DO NOT store blended contents with the Pro Extractor Blades Assembly attached. Exercise care when handling the blade assembly, as the blades are sharp.   
8. Unplug the unit when finished. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.         
9. To enjoy your drink on the go, place the Spout Lid onto the Single-Serve Cup and twist the lid clockwise until firmly sealed. For storing ingredients in the cup, use only the Spout Lid to cover.

USING THE PRECISION PROCESSOR® BOWL

1. Plug in the motor base and place it on a clean, dry, level surface such as a countertop or table.         
2. Lower the Precision Processor Bowl onto the motor base and rotate clockwise until it clicks into place.           
3. Exercising care, grasp the Chopping or Dough Blade Assembly by the shaft and
   place it onto the drive gear inside the pitcher. Note that the blade assembly will fit loosely on the drive gear.                         
4. Place the lid on the bowl, aligning the triangle symbol on the lid with the triangle symbol on the handle. Press down on the handle until it clicks into place. Once the lid is locked in place, the available program buttons will illuminate.                   
5. a: If using an Auto-IQ® program, the preset feature will automatically stop the unit at the end of the program. To pause the unit at any time, press the currently
   active program again.
   • b: If using START/STOP, once ingredients have reached the desired consistency, press START/STOP again and wait for the unit to come to a complete stop.         
6. To remove the bowl from the motor base, turn the bowl counterclockwise and then lift it.                 
7. Remove the lid by pressing the release button on the front tab and lifting. Always remove the Chopping Blade Assembly before emptying the ingredients from the bowl. To remove the Chopping Blade Assembly, carefully grasp it by the top of the shaft and lift it out of the bowl.             
8. Unplug the unit when finished. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
Separate all parts. Wash all containers in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth.

• Hand-Washing: Wash 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. Thoroughly rinse and air-dry all parts.
• Dishwasher: All attachments are dishwasher safe. It is recommended that the lids, containers, and blade assemblies be placed on the top rack of the dishwasher ONLY. Ensure the blade assemblies are removed from their containers before placing them in the dishwasher. Exercise care when handling blade assemblies.
• Motor Base: Unplug the motor base before cleaning. Wipe the motor base with a clean, damp cloth. DO NOT use abrasive cloths, pads, or brushes to clean the base. STORING Wrap the power cord around the cord wrap on the back of the motor base. Store the unit upright and store all blade assemblies inside or attached to their respective containers with their lids locked into place. DO NOT store blended or unblended ingredients in the Single-Serve Cup with the Pro Extractor Blades® assembly attached. DO NOT stack items on top of the containers. Store any remaining attachments alongside the unit or in a cabinet where they will not be damaged or create a hazard.
• RESETTING THE MOTOR: This unit features a unique safety system that prevents damage to the motor and drive system should you inadvertently overload it. If the unit is overloaded, the motor will be temporarily disabled. Should this occur, follow the reset procedure below.

1. Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
2. Allow the unit to cool for approximately 30 minutes.
3. Remove the container’s lid and blade assembly. Empty the container and ensure no ingredients are jamming the blade assembly.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

The unit doesn’t turn on.

• Make sure the unit is plugged in. Try a different outlet if the unit is still not working.
• Make sure lids and blades are correctly installed on their respective containers.
• Insert and rotate the container clockwise in the base until it clicks into place.

The unit doesn’t turn off.

• Remove the container from the base by rotating it counterclockwise and lifting it. The display will flash “–”. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. If the unit remains plugged in, the display will time out after 3 minutes of inactivity. Press any button to wake the unit.

Lid/Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly is hard to install on the cup.

• Set the cup on a level surface. Carefully place the lid or Pro Extractor Blades Assembly on the top of the cup and align the threads so the lid/Pro Extractor Blades Assembly sits flat on the cup. Twist clockwise until you have a tight seal.

The unit doesn’t mix well; the ingredients get stuck.

• Using the Auto-IQ® programs is the easiest way to achieve great results. The pulses and pauses allow the ingredients to settle toward the blade assembly. If ingredients are routinely getting stuck, adding some liquid will usually help.
• When filling the cup, start with fresh fruit or veggies, then leafy greens or herbs. Next, add liquids or yogurt, then seeds, powders, or nut butters. Finally, add ice or frozen ingredients. The motor base won’t stick to the counter or the tabletop.

• Make sure the surface and suction feet are wiped clean. Suction feet will only stick to
  smooth surfaces.
• Suction feet will not stick on some surfaces such as wood, tile, and non-polished finishes.
• DO NOT attempt to use the unit when the motor base is stuck to a surface that is not secure (cutting board, platter, plates, etc.).

The unit is difficult to remove from the counter for storage.

• Place your hands underneath both sides of the motor base and gently pull the unit up and toward you.

The unit displays a blinking “–” message.

• If the unit is powered on and no container is installed, the unit will display “–”. Be sure the lid is fully installed on the container and the container is properly attached to the motor base.

Food is not evenly chopped.

• For best results when chopping, cut ingredients into a uniform size and don’t overfill the Precision Processor® Bowl.

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