®
Professional Blender
BL500
OWNER’S GUIDE
Euro-Pro Operating LLC
US: Newton, MA 02459
CAN: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7
1-800-798-7398
www.ninjakitchen.com
Copyright © 2011 Euro-Pro Operating LLC
Printed in China
Illustrations may differ from actual product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR NINJA®
PROFESSIONAL BLENDER.
POLARIZED PLUG
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). 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 to install the proper
outlet. DO NOT modify the plug in
any way.
1. To protect against electrical shock,
do not submerge the blender or
allow the power cord to come into
contact with water or any other
liquid.
2. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
3. Never leave an appliance
unattended when in use.
4. Turn the appliance Off and remove
the power cord from the electrical
outlet when not in use, before
assembling or disassembling parts
and before cleaning. To unplug,
grasp the plug and pull from the
electrical outlet. Never pull from the
power cord.
5. DO NOT abuse the power cord.
Never carry the appliance by the
power cord or yank it to disconnect
from electrical outlet; instead grasp
the plug and pull to disconnect.
6. DO NOT operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for examination,
repair or adjustment.
7. DO NOT let the power cord hang
over the edge of table or counter or
touch hot surfaces such as the stove.
8. Always use appliance on a dry, level
surface.
9. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well
as utensils out of container while
blending to reduce the risk of severe
injury to persons or damage to the
appliance. A scraper may be used
but only when the blender is not
running.
10. CAUTION: Blade assembly is sharp,
handle with care. When handling the
blade assembly, always hold by the
shaft.
11. Avoid contact with moving parts.
12. DO NOT attempt to sharpen
blades.
13. DO NOT use the appliance if blade
assembly is bent or damaged.
14. To reduce risk of injury, never place
the blade assembly on base without
pitcher properly attached.
15. DO NOT operate this appliance on
or near any hot surfaces (such as
gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven).
16. The use of attachments or
accessories including canning
jars, not recommended by the
manufacturer may result in fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
17. DO NOT remove the pitcher from
the motor base while the blender is
in operation.
18. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER
operate the appliance without the
lid in place; DO NOT try to defeat
the interlock mechanism; make sure
that the cutting blades are properly
installed before operating the
appliance.
19. DO NOT expose pitcher to extreme
temperature changes.
20. Exercise extreme caution when
blending hot liquids.
21. CAUTION: Do not process food or
liquid that is hotter than 180°F/82°C.
Allow very hot ingredients to cool
before processing.
22. DO NOT overfill.
23. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
food, water or other liquids.
24. When processing hot foods or
liquids, always open the pouring
spout cap to vent the steam. Keep
hands and other exposed skin
away from the opening to prevent
possible burns or scalding.
25. DO NOT operate the appliance
empty.
26. Always allow the appliance to cool
after blending hot liquids before
taking off parts and before cleaning.
27. If the appliance overheats, a thermal
switch will become activated and
shut off the motor. To reset, unplug
the appliance and let it cool down
for approximately 15 minutes before
using again.
28. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not
use this appliance for anything other
than its intended use. Do not use
outdoors.
NOTE: This unit has a short power
supply cord to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping
over a long cord. An extension cord
may be used if you are careful in its use.
1. If using an extension cord, the
electrical rating of the extension
cord should be rated at least 15
amperes. Extension cords rated for
less amperage may overheat.
2. An extension cord must be arranged
so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing
®
the Ninja
Professional
Blender.
Getting Started .................................................................................... 6
Using the Ninja
®
Professional Blender ........................................ 8
Care & Maintenance ........................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................... 11
Replacement Parts ............................................................................. 11
Recipes .................................................................................................... 12
Warranty and Registration .............................................................. 15
ON
THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBER:
BL500 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 900 Watts
Pitcher Capacity: 72 ounces (9 cups) (2.15 L)
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Getting Started
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The Ninja® Professional Blender is a high powered kitchen tool that is perfect for ice
crushing, blending, pureeing and controlled processing. Create all of your favorite recipes
fast and easy with just a turn of the knob. For best results, be sure to carefully read all the
instructions contained in the manual before using this appliance.
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ON
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a Lid with Locking Handle
b Locking Handle Release Button
c Pouring Spout with Cap
d Pitcher (72 oz.)
e Ninja
6-Blade
™
f Gear Shaft
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g Motor Base
h Control Panel
i Non Slip Bottom
j Power Cord (not shown)
k Cord Storage (in back) (not shown)
FEATURES:
• Ninja® Blade technology
• Easy lock lid with built-in pour spout
• Extra Large 72 oz. pitcher - BPA free
• Cord storage
• Sturdy, Non-Slip Base
• Hidden Drain Holes - prevent water build up from dishwasher
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Using the Ninja® Professional Blender
ON
PULSE
Fig. 1
BEFORE FIRST USE
1 Remove all packaging material and labels
from the appliance.
2 Wash the lid, pitcher and blade assembly
in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth.
Use caution when washing the blade
assembly as the blades are very sharp.
3 Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4 The pitcher, lid and blade assembly are
all dishwasher safe. It is recommended
that the lid and blade assembly go on the
top rack. Ensure that the blade assembly
is removed from the pitcher before
placing in the dishwasher.
5 The motor base can be wiped clean with
a damp cloth.
Fig. 3a
OFF
ON
PULSE
Fig. 2
HOW TO ASSEMBLE
CAUTION: Make sure that the motor base
is unplugged from the power source.
1 Place the motor base on a clean, dry,
level surface.
2 Lower the pitcher onto the motor base.
(Fig. 1)
3 Rotate the pitcher to the left as far as
it will go. As the pitcher rotates, it will
lower and the safety tabs on the bottom
of the pitcher will slide under the safety
tabs on the top of the motor base.
(Fig. 2)
4 The pitcher can be placed on the motor
base two ways; the handle can be on the
front right corner or the front left corner.
(Fig. 3a, Fig. 3b)
5 Holding the blade assembly by the shaft,
place it onto the gear shaft inside the
pitcher. (Fig. 4) Ensure that the blade
assembly fits around the gear shaft and
that the blade shaft is standing straight.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme
caution when handling the blades.
Always hold them by the shaft.
Shaft
ON
PULSE
Fig. 4 Fig. 5Fig. 3b
HOW TO USE
1 Place pitcher on motor base and insert
the blade assembly. (See HOW TO
ASSEMBLE.)
2 Add the ingredients to the pitcher. Make
sure your total of ingredients don’t
exceed the highest measured marking
line on the side of the pitcher.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients into
the pitcher before placing the blades in
first.
3 Place the lid onto the pitcher with the
locking handle in the upright position and
the pouring spout on the corner opposite
the pitcher handle. Align the arrows (
)
located on the lid and pitcher handle.
Ensure that the lid is completely seated
and press the lid down into the pitcher.
Press the locking handle down so that
the latches on the lid fit under the tabs
on the pitcher. (Fig. 5)
4 Plug the power cord into the electrical
outlet.
Locking
Handle
NOTE: As a safety feature, the motor
will not work if the pitcher and lid are
not installed correctly. When the pitcher
and lid are installed properly, the ready
light will be solid green, indicating that
the blender is ready for use.
5 Use the control panel according to your
blending requirements:
• Turn the knob to the “ON” position to
continually process the ingredients to a
smooth mixture.
• Turn the knob to the “PULSE” position for
controlled processing.
• Turn the knob to the “OFF” position once
you are finished processing.
NOTE: If you need to add additional
ingredients while the blender is
processing, open the pouring spout cap
and pour the ingredients in through the
opening.
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Using the Ninja® Professional Blender - cont’d
OFF
ON
PULSE
Fig. 6
6 When you have reached your desired
consistency, stop the appliance by
turning the knob to the “OFF” position
and wait for the blades to stop turning.
Depending on the consistency of the
contents, remove the pitcher (Fig. 6)
and then open the pouring spout cap to
empty the liquid contents.
For thicker consistencies, remove the lid
by pressing the release button, lifting
the handle up and pulling the lid straight
up. (Fig. 7) Remove the blade assembly
carefully (by its shaft) and then empty
the contents of the pitcher.
CAUTION : Always use a spatula to
dislodge food that has stuck to the sides
of the pitcher. Never insert your hands in
the pitcher as the blades are sharp.
CAUTION: Never remove the pitcher
while the blender is still running.
7 Unplug the appliance after use.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance
empty.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when
processing hot foods or liquids to avoid
accidental scalding or burns. Do not
process food or liquid that is hotter than
180°F/82°C. Allow very hot ingredients
to cool before processing.
When processing hot foods or liquids,
always open the pouring spout cap to
vent the steam. Keep hands and other
exposed skin away from the opening to
prevent possible burns or scalding.
WARNING: Secure the blender while
in use by pressing down on the lid with
one hand.
WARNING: Never leave the blender
unattended while in use.
Fig. 7
Care & Maintenance
HOW TO CLEAN
CAUTION: Make sure that the motor
base is unplugged from the power
source before inserting or removing any
attachment and before cleaning.
CAUTION: DO NOT immerse the motor
base into water or any other liquid. Clean
with a damp sponge or cloth and wipe
dry.
1 The pitcher, lid and blade assembly are
all dishwasher safe. It is recommended
that the lid and blade assembly be placed
on the top rack.
2 You may also wash the blender by filling
¾ of the pitcher with warm water and a
drop of dish washing detergent, placing
the lid on the pitcher and pressing the
pulse button a few times. Once clean,
remove the pitcher from the motor base.
Rinse the pitcher, blade assembly and lid
under running water. Allow all the parts
to dry before storing.
Use extreme caution when handling
the blade assembly as blades are very
sharp.
Please call customer service if any
servicing needs to be performed on the
appliance at 1-800-798-7398.
HOW TO STORE
1 Store the Ninja
upright with the pitcher, blade assembly
and cover on the motor base. Do not
place anything on top.
2 Tuck power cord in cord storage
compartment in the back of the unit.
Troubleshooting Guide
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Make sure the pitcher is securely placed on motor base.
Make sure the lid is securely on pitcher in the correct position (align
arrows).
Motor Doesn’t Start
or Blades Don’t
Rotate.
You Cannot Achieve
Snow From Solid Ice.
The blender is turned Off. Turn the knob to "PULSE" or "ON".
Check that the plug is securely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Check the fuse or circuit breaker.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait approximately 15 minutes
before using again.
Make sure that the ready light is a solid green and that the
appliance is assembled correctly.
Do not use ice that has been sitting out or has started to melt. Use
ice straight from the freezer.
®
Professional Blender
Replacement Parts
To order additional parts and accessories, please visit our website:
www.ninjakitchen.com or feel free to contact customer service: 1-800-798-7398.
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Recipes
Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Spritzer
Mocha Freeze
Ingredients:
1 Pint Raspberries (Fresh or Frozen and Thawed)
1 Cup Lemonade
3 Tbsp. Honey
8 Cups Sparkling Water
4 Mint Leaves
Directions:
Place the raspberries, lemonade and honey in the pitcher and blend for one
minute. Pour the juice blend into 4 tall glasses. Top with sparkling water and stir
well to combine. Add ice cubes and mint leaves for garnish. Serves 4
A Blue Tornado
Ingredients:
1 Shot Blue Curacao
1 Shot Premium Vodka
3/4 Cup Pineapple Juice
1 1/2 Cups Ice Cubes
1 tsp. Powdered Sugar
Small Pineapple Wedge for Garnish
Directions:
Place the curacao, vodka, juice and ice cubes in the pitcher and blend for 30
seconds or until smooth. Make a slice in the pineapple wedge. Press the wedge
onto the rim of a tall glass and slide it all around the rim to moisten the glass. Then
press the rim into a dish of powdered sugar. Pour the Blue Tornado into the glass
and garnish with the pineapple wedge. Serves 1.
Ingredients:
1/3 Cup Instant Cocoa Mix
2 Tbsp. Instant Coffee
1/4 Cup Sugar
1/4 Cup Hot Water
1 Quart Low Fat Milk (Partially Frozen)
Directions:
In a small bowl, mix together the cocoa mix, coffee and sugar. Add the hot water
and stir to blend well. Pour the mixture into the pitcher and add the milk and pieces
of iced milk. Blend for 30 seconds or until very smooth. Pour into 4 glasses and
serve immediately. Serves 4.
Chocolate Chip Milk Shake
Ingredients:
2 Cups Ice Cream
2 Tbsp. Chocolate Chips
3 Tbsp. Cream
Directions:
Add the ice cream, chocolate chips and cream to the pitcher and blend on Speed
3 for 10 seconds.
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Notes
Model
BL500 30
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from material defects and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase when utilized for normal
household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement
of the unit at our option. This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does
not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes. This Limited
Warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage due
to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This Limited Warranty does not cover damage or
defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alteration to
the product or any of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by
EURO-PRO Operating LLC.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within
the Limited Warranty period, you may return the complete appliance and accessories with proof
of purchase and date, freight prepaid. For Customer Service support, call 1-800-798-7398 or visit
our website www.ninjakitchen.com.
If the appliance is found by EURO-PRO Operating LLC to be defective, in EURO-PRO Operating
LLC’s sole discretion, we will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and a check
made payable to EURO-PRO Operating LLC in the amount of $19.95 to cover the cost of return
shipping and handling must be included.*
This Limited Warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other
legal, implied and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC if
any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of this Limited
Warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages
to anyone of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state or from province to province.
*IMPORTANT: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of
purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address and
phone number with a note giving purchase information, model number and what you believe
is the problem with the item. We recommend you insure the package (as damage in shipping
is not covered by your Limited Warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION
CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the
specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.
Product Registration
Please visit www.ninjakitchen.com or call 1-800-798-7398 to register your new Ninja® product
within ten (10) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase
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
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and model number along with your name and address.
use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
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