Ninja FD401 User Manual

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FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER

FD400

Series

OWNER’S GUIDE

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V, 60Hz Watts: 1760W

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CONTENTS

Important Safeguards ..................................2

Parts & Accessories ....................................6

Using the Control Panel ................................8

Cooking Functions .......................................8

Operating Buttons .......................................8

Before First Use .......................................9

Installing the Condensation Collector ......................9

Removing & Reinstalling the Anti-Clog Cap .................9

Using Your Foodi™ Deluxe TenderCrisp™ Pressure Cooker . 10

Swap the Top ...........................................10

Using the Crisping Lid ................................... 10

Using the Cooking Functions with the Crisping Lid ......... 10

Air Crisp ............................................ 10

Broil .................................................11

Bake/Roast ..........................................12

Dehydrate ...........................................13

Installing & Removing the Pressure Lid .................... 14

Water Test: Get Started Pressure Cooking ................. 14

Natural Pressure Release vs. Quick Pressure Release .........15

Pressurizing .............................................15

Using the Cooking Functions with the Pressure Lid ..........16

Pressure Cook .......................................16

Steam ...............................................17

Slow Cook ...........................................18

Yogurt ..............................................18

Sear/Sauté ...........................................19

Accessories for Purchase ..............................20

Cleaning & Maintenance ............................... 21

Cleaning: Dishwasher & Hand-Washing .....................21

Removing & Reinstalling the Silicone Ring ..................21

Troubleshooting Guide ................................22

Helpful Tips ..........................................24

Replacement Parts ...................................24

Warranty ............................................25

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Read and review instructions for operation and use.

Take care to avoid contacts with hot surface. Always use hand protection

to avoid burns.

For indoor and household use only.

Read all instructions before using your Ninja® Foodi Pressure Cooker.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Deluxe TendercrispTM

WARNING

1 This appliance can be used by

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 Keep the appliance and its cord out

of reach of children. Do not allow the appliance to be used by children. Close supervision is necessary when

used near children.

3 To eliminate a choking hazard for

young children, remove and discard the protective cover fitted on the power plug of this appliance.

4 Children shall not play with

the appliance.

5 NEVER use socket below counter.

6 NEVER connect this appliance to

an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.

7 DO NOT use an extension cord. A

short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk of children grabbing the cord or becoming entangled and to reduce the risk of people tripping over a longer cord.

8 To protect against electrical shock

DO NOT immerse cord, plugs, or main unit housing in water or other liquid. Cook only in the pot provided or in a container recommended by SharkNinja placed in the provided pot.

9 Regularly inspect the appliance

and power cord. DO NOT use the appliance if there is damage to the power cord or plug. If the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any way, immediately stop use and call Customer Service.

10 ALWAYS ensure the appliance is

properly assembled before use.

11 Before use, ALWAYS check pressure

release valve and red float valve for clogging or obstruction, and clean them if necessary. Check to make sure the red float valve on the pressure lid moves freely. Foods such as apple sauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and splutter when pressure cooked, clogging the pressure release valve. These and similar expanding foods (such as dried vegetables, beans, grains, and rice) should not be cooked in a pressure cooker, except when following a Ninja Foodi recipe.

12 DO NOT cover the air intake vent or

air socket vent while crisping lid is closed. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may damage the unit or cause it to overheat.

13 To prevent risk of explosion and injury,

use only SharkNinja Silicone rings. Make certain silicone ring is installed and lid is properly closed before operating. DO NOT use if torn or damaged. Replace before using.

14 Before placing removable cooking

pot into the cooker base, ensure pot and cooker base are clean and dry by wiping with a soft cloth.

15 This appliance is for household use

only. DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. DO NOT use in moving vehicles or boats. DO NOT use outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.

16 Intended for worktop use only. Ensure

the surface is level, clean and dry. DO NOT move the appliance when in use.

17 DO NOT place appliance on hot

surfaces or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

18 DO NOT use accessory attachments not

recommended or sold by SharkNinja. DO NOT place accessories in a microwave, toaster oven, convection oven, or conventional oven or on a ceramic cooktop, electric coil, gas burner range, or outdoor grill. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by SharkNinja may cause fire, electric shock, or injuries.

19 When using this appliance, provide

adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.

20 A LWAYS follow the maximum and

minimum quantities of liquid as stated in instructions and recipes.

21 NEVER use SLOW COOK setting

without food and liquids in the removable cooking pot.

22 DO NOT use the appliance

without the removable cooking pot installed.

23 DO NOT use this appliance for

deep frying.

24 DO NOT cover the pressure valves.

25 DO NOT sauté or fry with oil while

pressure cooking.

26 Prevent food contact with heating

elements. DO NOT overfill or exceed the MAX fill level when cooking. Overfilling may cause personal injury or property damage or affect the safe use of the appliance.

27 When pressure cooking foods that

expand (such as dried vegetables, beans, grains, rice, etc.). DO NOT fill pot more than halfway, or as otherwise instructed in a Ninja

28 DO NOT use this unit to cook instant rice.

29 To prevent food contact with the

heating elements, DO NOT overfill the Cook & Crisp™ Basket.

30 Use extreme caution when closing the

crisping lid, taking care that nothing is caught in or pinched by the hinge.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

31 Socket voltages can vary, affecting

the performance of your product. To prevent possible illness, use a thermometer to check that your food is cooked to the temperatures recommended.

32 DO NOT place the appliance near the

edge of a worktop during operation.

33 To avoid possible steam damage,

place the unit away from walls and cabinets during use.

34 Should the unit emit black smoke,

unplug immediately and wait for smoking to stop before removing the cooking pot and Cook & Crisp™ Basket.

35 DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

Appliance surfaces are hot during and after operation. To prevent burns or personal injury, ALWAYS use protective hot pads or insulated oven mitts and use available handles and knobs.

36 Extreme caution must be used when

the cooker contains hot oil, hot food, or hot liquids, or if the cooker is under pressure. Improper use, including moving the cooker, may result in personal injury. When using this appliance to pressure cook, ensure the lid is properly assembled and locked into position before use.

37 Caution should be used when searing

meats and sautéing in hot oil. Keep hands and face away from the removable cooking pot, especially when adding new ingredients, as hot oil may splatter.

38 When unit is in operation, hot steam

is released through the air socket vent. Place unit so vent is not directed toward the power cord, sockets, or other appliances. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from vent.

39 DO NOT attempt to open the lid

during or after pressure cooking until all internal pressure has been released through the pressure release valve and the unit has cooled slightly. DO NOT tamper with, disassemble, or otherwise remove the red float valve or pressure release assembly.

40 When using SLOW COOK or SEAR/

SAUTÉ settings, A LWAYS keep the pressure lid closed and the pressure release valve in the VENT position. If the lid is closed and the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position, an audible alarm will sound. “VENT” error code will appear on LED display to signal the need to turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position.

41 When using the PRESSURE COOK

setting, ALWAYS keep the pressure lid locked and the pressure release valve turned anticlockwise to the SEAL position.

42 If the lid will not turn to unlock, this

indicates the appliance is still under pressure. Any pressure remaining can be hazardous. Let unit naturally release pressure or turn the Pressure Release Valve slowly to the VENT position to release steam. Take care to avoid contact with the releasing steam to avoid burns or injury. When the steam is completely released, the red float valve will be in the lower position allowing the lid to be removed.

43 Spilled food can cause serious burns.

Keep appliance and cord away from children. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of tables or counters or touch hot surfaces.

44 ALWAYS keep hands, face, and other

body parts away from the pressure release valve prior to or during pressure release and when removing the pressure lid after cooking. Serious burns can result from the steam inside. ALWAYS lift and tilt the lid away from you when removing.

45 When removable cooking pot is

empt y, DO NOT heat it for more than 10 minutes, as doing so may damage the cooking surface.

46 The cooking pot, Cook & Crisp™

Basket, and reversible rack become extremely hot during the cooking process. Avoid hot steam and air while removing the cooking pot and Cook & Crisp™ Basket from the appliance, and ALWAY S place them on a heat resistant surface after removing. DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking.

47 Removable cooking pot can be

extremely heavy when full of ingredients. Care should be taken when lifting pot from cooker base.

48 Cleaning and user maintenance shall

not be made by children.

49 Let the appliance cool for

approximately 30 minutes before handling, cleaning, or storing.

50 To disconnect, turn any control to OFF,

then unplug from socket when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning, disassembly, putting in or taking off parts and for storage

51 DO NOT clean with metal scouring

pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.

52 Please refer to the Cleaning &

Maintenance section for regular maintenance of the appliance.

Take care to avoid coming into contact with a hot surface.

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PARTS & ACCESSORIES

PARTS

A Deluxe Layer B Deluxe Reversible Rack C Cook & Crisp

Basket

D Detachable Diuser E 8-Quart Removable

Cooking Pot

F Crisping Lid G Heat Shield H Control Panel I Cooker Base J Pressure Lid K Pressure Release Valve L Float Valve M Silicone Ring N Anti-Clog Cap O Air Outlet Vent P Condensation Collector

ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

INSTRUCTIONS

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DELUXE REVERSIBLE RACK

1 Place the reversible rack in the pot in the

lower position.

2 Drop deluxe layer through reversible

rack handles.

COOK & CRISPTM BASKET

Underside of Pressure Lid

1 To remove diuser for cleaning, pull

2 diuser ﬁns o the groove on the basket, then pull down ﬁrmly.

2 To assemble the Cook & Crisp Basket,

place basket on top of diuser and press down ﬁrmly.

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USING THE CONTROL PANEL BEFORE FIRST USE

TEMP HH:MM

NOTE: Control panel may dier per model.

COOKING FUNCTIONS

PRESSURE: Cook food quickly while

maintaining tenderness. STEAM: Gently cook delicate foods

at a high temperature. SLOW COOK: Cook your food at a lower

temperature for a longer period of time. YOGURT: Pasteurize and ferment milk for

creamy homemade yogurt. SEAR/SAUTÉ: Use the unit as a stovetop

for browning meats, sautéing veggies, simmering sauces, and more.

AIR CRISP: Give foods crispiness and crunch with little to no oil.

BROIL: Use high temperature to caramelize and brown your food.

BAKE/ROAST: Use the unit like an oven for tender meats, baked treats, and more.

DEHYDRATE: Dehydrate meats, fruits, and vegetables for healthy snacks.

NOTE: If running for 1 hour or less, the clock will count down by minutes and seconds. If running for more than 1 hour, the clock will count down by minutes only.

OPERATING BUTTONS

FUNCTION: Press FUNCTION, then

turn the START/STOP dial to choose a cooking function.

TEMP: Press TEMP, then turn the START/STOP dial to adjust cooking temperature in increments of 5 degrees or to adjust the pressure level.

TIME: Press TIME, then turn the START/STOP dial to adjust the cook time.

NOTE: To adjust settings while cooking, press TEMP or TIME, then turn the START/STOP dial to choose desired temperature or time.

START/STOP dial/button: Turn the dial to choose a cooking function, cook temperature, and cook time. Press the button to start cooking. Pressing the button while the unit is cooking will stop the current cooking function.

KEEP WARM: After pressure cooking, steaming, or slow cooking, the unit will automatically switch to Keep Warm mode and start counting up. Keep Warm will stay on for 12 hours, or you may press KEEP WARM to turn it o. Keep Warm mode is not intended to warm food from a cold state but to keep it warm at a

food-safe temperature. POWER: The Power button shuts the unit

o and stops all cooking modes.

1 Remove and discard any packaging

material, stickers, and tape from the unit.

2 Pay particular attention to operational

instructions, warnings, and important safeguards to avoid any injury or property damage.

3 Wash the pressure lid, silicone ring,

removable cooking pot, Cook & Crisp™ Basket, deluxe reversible rack, and condensation collector in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. NEVER clean the cooker base in the dishwasher. Inspect the pressure lid to ensure there is no debris blocking the valves.

4 The silicone ring is reversible and can

be inserted in either direction. Insert the silicone ring around the outer edge of the silicone ring rack on the underside of the lid. Ensure it is fully inserted and lies ﬂat under the silicone ring rack.

INSTALLING THE CONDENSATION COLLECTOR

To install the condensation collector, slide it into the slot on the cooker base. Slide it out to remove it for hand-washing after each use.

REMOVING & REINSTALLING THE ANTI-CLOG CAP

Make sure the anti-clog cap is in the correct position before using the pressure lid. The anti-clog cap protects the inner valve of the pressure lid from clogging and protects users from potential food splatters. It should be cleaned after every use with a cleaning brush.

To remove it, grasp ﬁrmly and pull upward. To reinstall, position it in place and press down.

NOTE: Prior to each use, make sure the silicone ring is well-seated in the silicone ring rack and the anti-clog cap is mounted properly on the pressure release valve.

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USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER

SWAP THE TOP

The two lids allow you to seamlessly transition between all your favorite cooking methods. Use the pressure lid to tenderize, then use the crisping lid to crisp up your food.

USING THE CRISPING LID

The crisping lid is attached to the unit and can be opened at any time to check on your food during the cooking process. When the lid is opened, the timer will pause, and the heating element will turn o. When the lid is closed, cooking will begin again and the timer will resume counting down.

USING THE COOKING FUNCTIONS WITH THE CRISPING LID

To turn on the unit, plug the power cord into a wall outlet, then press the .

Air Crisp 1 Place either the Cook & Crisp™ Basket

or deluxe reversible rack in the pot. Basket should have diuser attached.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

STA R T/STO P dial to select AIR CRISP. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to choose a temperature between 300°F and 400°F.

4 Press TIME, then turn the S TA R T/STO P

dial to adjust the cook time in minute increments up to 1 hour. To preheat your unit, simply add an additional 5 minutes to the cook time. Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

Broil 1 Place the deluxe reversible rack in the

pot in the higher broil position or follow the directions in your recipe.

2 Place ingredients on the rack, then close

the lid.

4 Press TIME, then turn the dial to adjust

the cook time in minute increments up to 30 minutes.

5 Press START/STOP to begin cooking. 6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep and display DONE.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

5 During cooking, you can open the

lid and lift out the basket to shake or toss ingredients for even browning, if needed. When done, lower basket back into pot and close lid. Cooking will

2 Add ingredients to the Cook & Crisp

Basket or deluxe reversible rack. Close the lid.

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automatically resume after lid is closed.

6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep and display DONE.

STA R T/STO P dial to select BROIL.

NOTE: There is no temperature adjustment available or necessary when using the Broil function.

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Bake/Roast 1 Add ingredients and any accessories

to the pot. Close the lid.

2 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select BAKE/ROAST. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select a temperature between 250°F and 400°F.

3 Press TIME, then turn the START/STOP

dial to adjust the cook time in minute increments up to 1 hour and then 5-minute increments from 1 hour to 4 hours. Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

4 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep and display DONE.

Dehydrate 1 Place the deluxe reversible rack in the

pot in the lower position, then place a layer of ingredients on the rack.

2 Holding the deluxe layer by its handles,

place it down over the reversible rack in the position shown below. Then place a layer of ingredients on the deluxe layer and close the lid.

NOTE: For ﬁve levels of capacity, use the Dehydrator Stand (sold separately) directly in the cooking pot.

4 Press TIME, then turn the

the cook time in 15-minute increments up to 12 hours.

5 Close the lid and press START/STOP

to begin dehydrating.

6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep and display DONE.

dial to adjust

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

STA R T/STO P dial to select DEHYDRATE. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to choose a temperature between 80°F and 195°F.

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INSTALLING & REMOVING THE PRESSURE LID

1 Place the pressure lid on top of the

unit with the on the lid and the on the base lined up evenly. Turn the lid clockwise until it locks in place.

2 Pressure Lid is locked when it has

clicked into place and the Ninja Logo is facing you.

3 To unlock the pressure lid, turn it

counterclockwise. Lift it up and away from you, as some steam will remain in the unit and escape when the lid is opened.

NOTE: The pressure lid will not unlock until the unit is completely depressurized.

SEAL

for Pressure Cook

NOTE: Valve will be loose when fully installed.

VENT

for Steam, Slow Cook,

and Sear/Sauté

WATER TEST: GETTING STARTED PRESSURE COOKING

It is recommended that ﬁrst-time users do the water test to familiarize themselves with Pressure Cooking.

1 Place the pot in the cooker base and

add 3 cups of room-temperature water to the pot.

2 Assemble the pressure lid by aligning

the arrow on the front of the lid with the arrow on the front of the cooker base. Then turn the lid clockwise until it locks into place.

3 Make sure the pressure release valve

is in the SEAL position.

4 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select PRESSURE. The unit will default to high (HI) pressure and a time setting of 2 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin.

The display showing PRE and some steam

release indicate pressure is building. When fully-pressurized, countdown will begin.

NOTE: Time to pressure varies and may take up to 15 minutes.

6 When the countdown is ﬁnished,

the unit will beep and display DONE before automatically switching to KEEP WARM mode, and begin counting up.

7 Turn the pressure release valve to the

VENT position to quick release the pressurized steam. There will be a burst of steam from the pressure release valve. When steam is completely released, ﬂoat valve will drop and the lid can be opened.

NATURAL PRESSURE RELEASE VS. QUICK PRESSURE RELEASE

Natural Pressure Release: When pressure

cooking is complete, steam will naturally release from the unit as it cools down. This can take upwards of 20 minutes, depending on the amount of ingredients in the pot. During this time, the unit will switch to Keep Warm mode. Press KEEP WARM if you would like to turn Keep Warm mode o. When natural pressure release is complete, the ﬂoat valve will drop down.

Quick Pressure Release: Use ONLY if your recipe calls for it. After pressure cooking and the KEEP WARM light comes on, turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position to quickly release the steam. Steam release will be accompanied by an audible hiss.

Some steam will remain in the unit after pressure release and will escape when the lid is opened. Lift and tilt it away from you, making sure no condensation drips into the cooker base.

NOTE: At any time during the natural release process, you can switch to quick release by turning the pressure release valve to the VENT position.

PRESSURIZING

As pressure builds in the unit, the control panel will display PRE. Time to pressure varies based on the amount and temperature of ingredients as well as liquid in the pot. For safety, the lid will lock as the unit pressurizes, and it will not unlock until pressure is released. Once the unit has reached full pressure, the cooking cycle will begin and the timer will start counting down.

NOTE: It can take upwards of 20 minutes to build pressure.

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USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER – CONT.

USING THE COOKING FUNCTIONS WITH THE PRESSURE LID

To turn on the unit, plug the power cord into a wall outlet, then press the .

Pressure Cook 1 Place ingredients and at least 1 cup

of liquid in the pot, as well as any neccessary accessory. DO NOT ﬁll the pot past the PRESSURE MAX line.

NOTE: When cooking rice, beans, or other ingredients that expand, DO NOT ﬁll the pot more than halfway.

2 Install the pressure lid and turn

the pressure release valve to the SEAL position.

4 Press TIME, then turn the dial to adjust

the cook time in minute increments up to 1 hour, and then 5-minute increments from 1 hour to 4 hours.

5 Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

The unit will begin to build pressure, and PRE will be shown on the display. The unit will begin counting down when it is fully pressurized.

NOTE: Time to pressure varies and may take up to 15 minutes.

6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep, automatically switch to Keep Warm mode, and begin counting up.

Steam 1 Add 1 cup of liquid (or recipe-speciﬁed

amount) to the pot, then place the reversible rack or Cook & Crisp with ingredients in the pot.

2 Install the pressure lid and turn the

pressure release valve to the VENT position.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select STEAM.

Basket

4 Press TIME, then turn the dial to adjust

the cook time in minute increments up to 30 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

5 The unit will begin preheating to bring

the liquid to a boil. The display will show PRE. The preheating animation will show until the unit reaches temperature and then the display will show BOIL and the timer will begin counting down.

6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm mode and begin counting up. Ensure the ﬂoat valve has dropped before opening the lid.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select PRESSURE. The default pressure level will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select HI or LO.

NOTE: After cooking is complete, you may press KEEP WARM to turn the Keep Warm mode o.

7 Let the unit naturally release pressure or,

if the recipe instructs, turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position to

release the steam.

quick

NOTE: If running for 1 hour or less, the clock will count down by minutes and seconds. If running for more than 1 hour, the clock will count down by minutes only.

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NOTE: There is no temperature adjustment when using the STEAM function.

NOTE: After cooking is complete, you may press the KEEP WARM button to turn the Keep Warm mode o.

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Slow Cook 1 Add ingredients to the pot. DO NOT ﬁll

the pot past the MAX line.

2 Install the pressure lid and turn the pressure

release valve to the VENT position.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select SLOW COOK. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select HI or LO.

4 Press TIME, then turn the dial to adjust

the cook time in 15-minute increments up to 12 hours.

Yogurt 1 Add desired amount of milk to the pot.

NOTE: If you prefer to pasteurize, cool,

and add cultures not using the unit, skip steps 1–9. Instead, press TEMP, select FMNT, press TIME, select desired incubation time, then press START/STOP to begin.

2 Install the pressure lid and turn the pressure

release valve to the VENT position.

3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the

START/STOP dial to select YOGURT. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select YGRT or FMNT.

4 Press TIME, then turn the dial to adjust

the incubation time in 30-minute increments between 8 and 12 hours.

5 Press START/STOP to begin pasteurization. 6 Unit will display BOIL while pasteurizing.

When pasteurization temperature is reached, the unit will beep and display COOL.

7 Once the milk has cooled, the unit will

display ADD And STIR in succession and the incubation time.

8 Remove the pressure lid and skim the

top of the milk.

9 Add yogurt cultures to milk and stir

to combine. Install the pressure lid and press START/STOP to begin incubation process.

Sear/Sauté 1 Add ingredients to the pot.

2 Press FUNCTION, then turn the dial

to select SEAR/SAUTÉ. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select LO, LO:MD, MD, MD:HI, or HI.

NOTE: There is no time adjustment available when using the Sear/Sauté function.

3 Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

4 Press START/STOP to turn o the

SEAR/SAUTÉ function. To switch to a dierent cooking function, press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to your desired cooking function.

NOTE: You can use this function with the crisping lid open or with the pressure lid with the pressure release valve in the VENT position.

5 Press START/STOP to begin cooking.

NOTE: The Slow Cook HIGH time setting

may be adjusted between 4 and 12 hours; the Slow Cook LOW time setting may be adjusted between 6 and 12 hours.

6 When cook time is complete, the unit

will beep, automatically switch to Keep Warm mode, and begin counting up.

NOTE: After cooking is complete, you may press KEEP WARM to turn the Keep Warm mode o.

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NOTE: Selecting a longer time will

lead to tangier yogurt with a thicker consistency. Use 12 hours to achieve Greek-style yogurt.

10 The display will show FMNT and will begin

counting down. When incubation time is complete, the unit will beep and display DONE. The unit will beep each minute for up to 4 hours or until powered o.

11 Chill yogurt up to 12 hours before serving.

NOTE: ALWAYS use nonstick utensils

in the cooking pot. DO NOT use metal utensils, as they will scratch the nonstick coating on the pot.

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ACCESSORIES FOR PURCHASE

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Ninja oers a variety of accessories custom made for your Ninja® Foodi™ Deluxe TenderCrisp™ Pressure Cooker. Visit ninjaaccessories.com to expand your capabilities and take your cooking to the next level.

Multi-Purpose Pan Dehydrating Rack

• With this pan, you can create bubbly casseroles, dips, and sweet and savory pies, or bake a ﬂuy, moist cake with a golden top for dessert.

• Dimensions: 8.75" D x 2.5" H

Roasting Rack Insert

• Use this rack in the Cook & Crisp™ Basket to crisp up shells, roast a rack of ribs, or evenly toast garlic bread.

Skewer Stand

• Use the skewer stand to create kebabs, corn dogs, or skewered snacks. Only compatible with 8-Quart models.

• Includes 15 skewers.

• Five stackable layers enable you to dehydrate fruits and meats or make crispy kale and vegetable chips.

Crisper Pan

• Perforated with holes for improved airﬂow, this pan is great for crisping and reheating pizzas, quesadillas, and vegetables.

• Dimensions: 9" D x 0.75" H

Loaf Pan

• Our specially designed pan is the perfectly sized baking accessory for bread mixes like banana and zucchini.

• Dimensions: 8.25" x 4.25" x 3.5"

Extra Pack of Silicone Rings

• This 2-pack of silicone rings helps keep ﬂavors separate. Use one when cooking savory foods and the other for cooking sweet foods.

Cleaning: Dishwasher & Hand-Washing

The unit should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.

1 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet

before cleaning.

2 To clean the cooker base and the

control panel, wipe them clean with a damp cloth.

3 The pressure lid, cooking pot, silicone

ring, deluxe reversible rack, Cook & Crisp™ Basket, and detachable diuser

can be washed in the dishwasher.

NOTE: NEVER put the cooker base in the dishwasher, or immerse it in water or any other liquid.

4 The pressure lid, including the pressure

release valve and anti-clog cap, can be washed with water and dish soap.

NOTE: DO NOT take apart the pressure release valve or ﬂoat valve assembly.

5 To clean the crisping lid, wipe it down

with a wet cloth or paper towel after the heat shield cools.

6 If food residue is stuck on the cooking

pot, deluxe reversible rack, or Cook & Crisp Basket, ﬁll the pot with water and allow to soak before cleaning. DO NOT use scouring pads. If scrubbing is necessary, use a non-abrasive cleanser or liquid dish soap with a nylon pad or brush.

7 Air-dry all parts after each use.

Removing & Reinstalling the Silicone Ring

Silicone Ring

Silicone Ring Rack

To remove the silicone ring, pull it outward, section by section, from the silicone ring rack. The ring can be installed with either side facing up. To reinstall, press it down into the rack section by section.

After use, remove any food debris from the silicone ring and anti-clog cap.

Keep the silicone ring clean to avoid odor.

Washing it in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher can remove odor. However, it is normal for it to absorb the smell of certain acidic foods. It is recommended to have more than one silicone ring on hand. You can purchase additional silicone rings on ninjaaccessories.com.

NEVER pull out the silicone ring with excessive force, as that may deform it and the rack and aect the pressure-sealing function. A silicone ring with cracks, cuts, or other damage should be replaced immediately.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Why is my unit taking so long to come to pressure? How long does it take to come to pressure?

• Cooking times may vary based on the selected temperature, current temperature of the cooking pot, and temperature or quantity of the ingredients.

• Check to make sure your silicone ring is fully seated and ﬂush against the lid. If installed correctly, you should be able to tug lightly on the ring to rotate it.

• Check that the pressure lid is fully locked, and the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position when pressure cooking.

Why is the time counting down so slowly?

• You may have set hours rather than minutes. When setting time, the display will show HH:MM and the time will increase/decrease in minute increments.

How can I tell when the unit is pressurizing?

• The display will show PRE and the building animation to indicate the unit is building pressure.

PRE and moving lights are shown on the display screen when using the Pressure or Steam function.

• This indicates the unit is building pressure or preheating when using STEAM or PRESSURE. When the unit has ﬁnished building pressure, your set cook time will begin counting down.

There is a lot of steam coming from my unit when using the Steam function.

• It’s normal for steam to release through the pressure release valve during cooking. Leave the pressure release valve in the VENT position for Steam, Slow Cook, and Sear/Sauté.

Why can’t I take the pressure lid o?

• As a safety feature, the pressure lid will not unlock until the unit is completely depressurized. Turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position to quick release the pressurized steam. A quick burst of steam will spurt out of the pressure release valve. When the steam is completely released, the unit will be ready to open. Turn the pressure lid counterclockwise, then lift it up and away from you.

Is the pressure release valve supposed to be loose?

• Yes. The pressure release valve’s loose ﬁt is intentional; it enables a quick and easy transition between SEAL and VENT and helps regulate pressure by releasing small amounts of steam during cooking to ensure great results. Please make sure it is turned as far as possible toward the SEAL position when pressure cooking and as far as possible toward the VENT position when quick releasing.

The unit is hissing and not reaching pressure.

• Make sure the pressure release valve is turned to the SEAL position. If you’ve done this and still hear a loud hissing noise, it may indicate your silicone seal is not fully in place. Press START/STOP to stop cooking, VENT as necessary, and remove the pressure lid. Press down on the silicone ring, ensuring it is fully inserted and lies ﬂat under the ring rack. Once fully installed, you should be able to tug lightly on the ring to rotate it.

The unit is counting up rather than down.

• The cooking cycle is complete and the unit is in Keep Warm mode.

How long does the unit take to depressurize?

• Quick release is about 2 minutes or less. Natural release can take up to 20 minutes or more, depending on the type of food and/or the amount of liquid and food in the pot.

“ADD POT” error message appears on display screen.

• Cooking pot is not inside the cooker base. Cooking pot is required for all functions.

“OTHR LID” error message appears on display screen.

• The incorrect lid is installed for your desired cooking function. Install the pressure lid to use the Pressure, Slow Cook, Yogurt, Steam, or Keep Warm functions.

“SHUT LID” error message appears on display screen.

• The crisping lid is open and needs to be closed for the selected function to start.

"TURN LID" error message appears on display screen.

• The pressure lid is not fully installed. Turn the pressure clockwise until it clicks to use the Pressure, Slow Cook, Yogurt, Steam, and Keep Warm functions.

“OPEN VENT” error message appears on display screen.

• When set to Slow Cook or Sear/Sauté, and the unit senses pressure building up, this message indicates the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position.

• Turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position and leave it there for the remainder of the cooking function.

• If you do not turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position within 5 minutes, the program will cancel and the unit will shut o.

“ADD WATER” error message appears on display screen when using the Steam function.

• The water level is too low. Add more water to the unit for the function to continue.

“ADD WATR” error message appears on display screen when using the Pressure function.

• Add more liquid to the cooking pot before restarting the pressure cook cycle.

• Make sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position.

• Make sure the silicone ring is installed correctly.

“ERR” message appears.

• The unit is not functioning properly. Please contact 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.

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HELPFUL TIPS

1 For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the

bottom of the cooking pot with no overlapping. If ingredients are overlapping, make sure to shake half way through the set cook time.

2 For smaller ingredients that could fall through the deluxe reversible rack, we recommend

ﬁrst wrapping them in a parchment paper or foil pouch.

3 When switching from pressure cooking to using the crisping lid, we recommend emptying

the pot of any remaining liquid for best crisping results.

4 Use the Keep Warm mode to keep food at a warm, food-safe temperature after cooking.

To prevent food from drying out, we recommend keeping the lid closed and using this function just before serving. To reheat food, use the Air Crisp function.

5 When using a recipe for the Ninja Foodi 6.5 quart in this unit, some additional cooking

time, or extra shake of the Cook & Crisp

6 6.5 quart pressure recipes like soups, stews, and chilies can be scaled up by 50 percent

in the Ninja® Foodi

Deluxe.

Basket may be required.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order additional parts and accessories, visit ninjaaccessories.com or contact Customer Service at 1-877-646-5288. We 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.

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 (including removable pot, silicone ring, lids,

racks, baskets, etc.) that 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 main unit, pressure lid, and crisping lid 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. 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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Illustrations may dier from actual product. We are constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the speciﬁcations contained herein are subject to change withoutnotice.

NINJA is a registered trademark of SharkNinja Operating LLC.

COOK & CRISP, FOODI, and TENDERCRISP are trademarks of SharkNinja Operating LLC.

For SharkNinja U.S. Patent information, visit sharkninja.com/uspatents.

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