Ninja TB301 Detect Power Blender Pro User Manual

Ninja TB301 Detect Power Blender Pro

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 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. DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.

1. Read all instructions prior to using the appliance and its accessories.
2. This product is provided with Ninja Detect™ Total Crushing® & Chopping Blades (Stacked Blade Assembly). ALWAYS exercise care when handling blade assemblies. The blade assemblies are loose and 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.
3. Handle the Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly with care, as the blades are sharp.
4. Before the operation, ensure all utensils are removed from the containers. Failure to remove utensils can cause containers to shatter and potentially result in personal injury and property damage.
5. DO NOT blend hot, effervescent, or carbonated liquids or ingredients. Doing so may cause excessive pressure buildup, resulting in the risk of laceration and or the user being burned.
6. Remove the Hybrid Edge 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 laceration, burns, or property damage.
7. Carefully observe and follow all warnings and instructions. This unit contains electrical connections and moving parts that potentially present a risk to the user.
8. ALWAYS take your time and exercise care during unpacking and appliance setup. Blades are loose and sharp. ALWAYS exercise care when handling blade assemblies. This appliance contains sharp, loose blades that can cause a risk of laceration if mishandled.
9. Take inventory of all contents to ensure you have all parts needed to properly and safely operate your appliance.
10. Upon completion of processing, ensure 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.
11. If using the pitcher’s pour spout, hold the cover in place on the container or ensure the lid lock is engaged when pouring to avoid the risk of laceration.
12. ONLY grasp the Hybrid Edge 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.
13. 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.
14. Before each use, inspect blade assemblies for damage. If a blade is bent or damage is suspected, contact SharkNinja to arrange for replacement.
15. DO NOT use this appliance outdoors. It is designed for indoor household use only.
16. 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.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. Extension cords should NOT be used with this appliance.
20. To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT submerge the appliance or allow the power cord to contact any form of liquid.
21. 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.
22. DO NOT allow the unit or the cord to contact hot surfaces, including stoves and other heating appliances.
23. ALWAYS use the appliance on a dry and level surface.
24. 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.
25. 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.
26. 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.
27. NEVER place a blade assembly on the motor base without it first being attached to its corresponding container (pitcher or cup) with the lid also in place.
28. Keep hands, hair, and clothing out of the container when loading and operating.
29. During the operation and handling of the appliance, avoid contact with moving parts.
30. DO NOT fill containers past the MAX FILL or MAX LIQUID lines.
31. DO NOT operate the appliance with an empty container.
32. DO NOT microwave any containers or accessories provided with the appliance.
33. NEVER leave the appliance unattended while in use.
34. DO NOT process dry ingredients with the Single-Serve Blending and Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly or the pitcher and Stacked Blade Assembly.
35. DO NOT perform grinding operations with the Single-Serve Cup and Hybrid Edge Blades Assembly or the pitcher and Stacked Blade Assembly.
36. 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.
37. Keep hands and utensils out of containers while chopping to reduce the risk of severe personal injury or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used ONLY when the blender 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 pitcher’s 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. The maximum wattage rating for this appliance is based on the configuration of the Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly and Single-Serve Cup. Other configurations may draw less power or current.
45. 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.
46. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
47. Turn off the appliance and unplug the motor base before cleaning.

PARTS

• Pitcher Lid With Pour Spout
• Ninja Detect™ Total Crushing® & Chopping Blades (Stacked Blade Assembly)
• 72-oz. Full-Size Pitcher
• Spout Lids x2
• Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly
• 24-oz. Single-Serve Cups x2
• Motor Base (The attached power cord is not shown.)

64-oz max liquid capacity.

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BEFORE FIRST USE

IMPORTANT: Review all warnings at the beginning of this Owner’s Guide before proceeding.

WARNING: The Stacked Blade Assembly is NOT locked in place in the pitcher. Handle the Stacked Blade Assembly by grasping the top of the shaft.

1. Remove all packaging materials from the unit. Exercise care when unpacking the Stacked Blade Assembly and Hybrid Edge Blades Assembly, as the blades are loose and sharp.
2. Handle the Hybrid Edge Blades Assembly by grasping around the perimeter of the blade assembly base.
3. 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 loose and sharp.
4. Thoroughly rinse and air-dry all parts.
5. Wipe the control panel with a soft cloth. Allow it to dry completely before using.

NOTE: All attachments are BPA-free. Accessories are top-rack dishwasher safe and should NOT be cleaned with a heated dry cycle. Ensure blade assemblies and lids are removed from the containers before placing them in the dishwasher. Exercise care when handling blade assemblies.

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

NOTE: Press the dial to START or STOP any program. Turn to select.

PROCESSING MODE PROGRAMS

LARGE CHOP, SMALL CHOP, AND MINCE: Pitcher only.

Smart preset programs combine unique pausing patterns that chop for you. Press MODE, turn the dial to select your desired program, then press START/STOP. The program will automatically stop when complete. Press the dial again to stop the program sooner. They do not work in conjunction with the BlendSense program or the Manual programs.

NOTE: The Number of seconds is displayed for the program’s runtime.

MANUAL PROGRAMS

Go manual for total control of your blending speed and textures. Press MANUAL, turn the dial to select your desired program, then press START/STOP. When selected, each speed runs continuously for 60 seconds. Press the dial again to stop the program sooner. Manual programs do not work in conjunction with the BlendSense program or Processing Mode programs.

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL (Speeds 1–10): Pitcher only.

START SLOW (Speeds 1–3): Always start at low speed to better incorporate ingredients and prevent them from sticking to the sides of the vessel.

DIAL UP THE SPEED (Speeds 4–7): Smoother blends call for higher speeds. Low speeds are great for chopping veggies, but you’ll need to ramp up for purees and dressings.

HIGH-SPEED BLENDING (Speeds 8–10): Blend until your desired consistency is reached. The longer you blend, the better the breakdown and the smoother the outcome will be.

LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH Speeds: Single-Serve Cup only.

NOTE: Once speed is selected, runtime will count up on the display in seconds.

USING THE PITCHER

IMPORTANT:

• Review all warnings at the beginning of this Owner’s Guide before proceeding.
• As a safety feature, if the pitcher and lid are not properly installed, the timer will display INSTALL, and the motor will be disabled. If this happens, repeat step 5 on this page.

WARNING: Ninja Detect™ Total Crushing® & Chopping Blades (Stacked Blade Assembly) are loose and sharp and NOT locked in place. If using the pour spout, ensure the lid is fully locked onto the blender pitcher. If pouring with the lid removed, carefully remove the Stacked Blade Assembly first, holding it by the shaft. Failure to do so will result in a risk of laceration.

NOTE:

• DO NOT add ingredients before completing the installation of the Stacked Blade Assembly.
• If the Stacked Blade Assembly is not fully seated, you will not be able to install and lock the lid.
• The pitcher lid handle will not fold down unless it is attached to the pitcher.
• DO NOT process or grind dry ingredients.
• For best results, blend fresh leafy greens and herbs in 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. Lower 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. 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.
5. Place the lid on the pitcher. Press down on the handle until it clicks into place. Once the lid is locked in place, press the Power button to turn the unit on. The BlendSense™ program will illuminate.
6. If using the BlendSense program, simply press the dial. The program will automatically stop once complete. To stop the unit at any time, press the dial again. If using a Processing Mode program, select MODE, then use the dial to select your desired program. To start, press the dial. The program will automatically stop once complete. To stop the unit at any time, press the dial again. If using a Manual program, select MANUAL, then use the dial to select your desired speed (1–10). To start, press the dial. Once the ingredients have reached your desired consistency, press the dial again or wait 60 seconds for the unit to come to a complete stop on its own.
7. To remove the pitcher from the motor base, turn the pitcher counterclockwise and then lift up.
8. To pour out thinner mixtures, ensure the lid is locked in place, then open the pour spout cap. 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 and pull straight up. The pitcher can then be emptied.
9. Turn the unit off by pressing the Power button. 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

Accessories are top-rack dishwasher safe but should NOT be cleaned with a heated dry cycle. Ensure the blade assemblies are removed from their containers before placing them in the dishwasher. Exercise care when handling blade assemblies.

Motor Base

Turn off the unit and 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

For cord storage, wrap the cord with a hook-and-loop fastener near the back of the motor base. DO NOT wrap the cord around the bottom of the base for storage. Store the unit upright and store all blade assemblies inside or attached to their respective containers with their lids locked in place.

DO NOT store blended or unblended ingredients in the Single-Serve Cup with the Hybrid Edge™ 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 15 minutes.
3. Remove the container’s lid and blade assembly. Empty the container and ensure no ingredients are jamming the blade assembly.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that maximum capacities are not exceeded. This is the most typical cause of appliance overload.

If your unit needs servicing, please call Customer Service at 1-877-646-5288. So we may better assist you, please register your product online at registeryourninja.com and have the product on hand when you call.

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order additional parts and attachments, visit ninjaaccessories.com.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

The display will show “INSTALL” once connected to power.

• Place the container on the base and rotate it clockwise until the container clicks into place. Press the Power button to turn the unit on, and the BlendSense™ program will illuminate, indicating the unit is ready for use.

Display reads “ADD LIQUID ” during the BlendSense Program.

• If the display reads “ADD LIQUID ” during the BlendSense program, the unit detects that more liquid is needed to fully blend. Press START/STOP, remove the cup from the base, and add 1/2 to 1 cup of additional liquid. Reinstall the cup on the base, then press START/STOP to run the BlendSense program again. Only available when using the Single-Serve Cup.

Display reads “Er”.

• If the display reads “Er,” unplug the unit from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool for 15 minutes. Remove the container’s lid and blade assembly and empty the contents to ensure no ingredients are jamming the blade assembly.

Lid/Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly is hard to install on the cup.

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

Unit doesn’t mix well; ingredients get stuck.

• Using the BlendSense program 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 liquids or yogurt, followed by fresh fruit or veggies, then leafy greens or herbs. Next, add seeds, powders, or nut butters. Finally, add ice or frozen ingredients.

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