Ninja MC501, MC501C Owner's Manual

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SEARious™ Slow Cooker

MC501
MC501C

OWNER’S GUIDE

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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® SEARious™ SLOW
COOKER.

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.

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY:

1 To protect against electrical shock, do not

submerge the unit or allow the power cord
to come into contact with water or any other
liquid. If the unit falls into liquid, unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet
immediately. DO NOT reach into the liquid.

2 Please note that the appliance may become

hot during use. DO NOT touch hot surfaces;
always use the handles. Always use oven
mitts or pot holders when removing the pot.

3 DO NOT allow young children to operate the

appliance or use as a toy. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.

4 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. Allow the appliance to cool before
adding or removing parts.

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 Please refer to the Cleaning & Maintenance

section for regular maintenance of the
appliance. Return the appliance to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for any other servicing.

8 DO NOT let the power cord touch hot

surfaces such as the stove.

9 Always use the appliance on a dry, level

surface.

10 Extreme caution must be used when

moving an appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids. Always use
oven mitts or pot holders when moving
the cooking system. Allow hot oil to
cool prior to removal or cleaning the
appliance.

11 To avoid possible steam damage, place the

cooking system away from walls and cabinets
during use.

12 When using this appliance, provide adequate

air space above and on all sides for air
circulation. On surfaces where heat may
cause a problem, use of an insulated heat pad
or trivet is recommended.

13 Use extreme caution when removing the lid

after cooking. Serious burns can result from
the steam inside. Always lift and tilt the lid
away from you when removing, using care to
ensure that water does not drip back into the
appliance.

14 DO NOT use outdoors or anywhere the cord

or unit housing might come into contact with
water while in use.

15 DO NOT use the appliance for anything other

than its intended use.

16 DO NOT obstruct the steam release vent

during use.

17 Always position the steam vent hole in the

back of the unit away from you.

18 DO NOT place or operate this appliance on or

near any hot surfaces (such as gas or electric
burner, stove or in a heated oven).

19 The use of attachments or accessories not

recommended by the manufacturer may
result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.

20 DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying.

21 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, COOK ONLY IN THE
POT PROVIDED OR IN CONTAINERS
RECOMMENDED BY EURO-PRO
PLACED ON THE COOKING RACK IN
THE PROVIDED POT. DO NOT USE THE
APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE REMOVABLE
COOKING POT INSIDE.

22 To disconnect, turn the Function Dial to

“Off”, then remove the plug from the wall
outlet.

23 This appliance has a cut off switch which

will not allow the appliance to heat if the
cooking pot is not inserted into the housing
or removed while cooking.

24 THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Do not use this

appliance for anything other than its intended
use. Do not use outdoors.

25 To avoid the possibility of the cooking system

accidentally being pulled off the counter top
or tabletop, which could result in damage to
the cooking system or personal injury, do not
let the power cord hang over the edge of the
counter or table.

26 Leaving food out too long at room

temperature can cause bacteria to grow to
dangerous levels that can cause illnesses.
In the event of a loss of power, an error
message will display on the unit. It is
recommended to dispose of any food that has
been at room temperature for more than an
hour.

NOTE: This unit has a short power supply cord

to reduce the risk resulting in becoming
entangled in or tripping over a long cord. A
longer extension cord may be used if you are
careful in its use.

1. If using a longer 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. A longer 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.

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THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:

MC501 15
MC501C 15

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.

Power: 850 Watts

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing

®

the Ninja
SEARious

™

Slow

Cooker.

Getting to Know Your Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker .........................................5

Getting to Know the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker Control Panel .....................7

Preparing to Use the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker ...........................................7

Using the Different Functions ......................................................................................8

Hints & Tips ................................................................................................................ 9

Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................10

Cleaning & Maintenance.............................................................................................10

Warranty & Registration.................................................................................14

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Getting To Know Your Ninja®

a

b

c

d

SEARious™ Slow Cooker

a Roasting Lid with Handle

b Cooking Pot

c Main Housing

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d Control Panel

e Power Cord (not shown)

The Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker offers a revolutionary new way to cook your foods faster, healthier and
easier. The easy 1-2-3 electronic controls allow you the flexibility for true one pot cooking.

FEATURES:

• StovetopSettings:Low(simmer),Med(sauté),High(sear)

• SlowCookerSettings:High,Low

• BuffetSetting

• AutoWarmforSlowCookfunctiononly

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Getting to Know the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker Control Panel

Function Dial

Turn the dial to select Stovetop or Slow Cook mode.

Stovetop - Use the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker as

you would a stovetop. You can simmer, sauté, or sear.

Slow Cook - Use the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker

as a slow cooker. Select the temperature - low or high
and let the cooking system do all the work. When it
has finished cooking, it will automatically switch to
Auto Warm.

Buffet - Use the Buffet mode after cooking is

completed to keep food warm from 30 minutes up to
12 hours.

LED Display Screen

The LED screen displays the timer settings for the Slow

Cook and Buffet modes.

Adjustment Buttons

Use the Adjustment Buttons (“+” or “-”) to set the

count down timer in Slow Cook mode.

Auto Warm

The Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker will go into auto

warm when the set cooking time in Slow Cook mode is
over.

Preparing to Use the Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker

Before using the slow cooker for the first time:

1 Carefully remove all the parts from the box. Wash the

cooking pot and the lid with warm, soapy water. The
cooking pot may also be washed in the dishwasher.
The lid is not dishwasher safe. Do not place the main
housing in water or in the dishwasher. Wipe it clean
with a damp cloth.

2 When ready to use, place the cooking pot inside the

main housing. Never use the slow cooker without the
cooking pot inserted into the housing.

3 Plug the unit into the wall outlet.

4 The slow cooker will not turn “On” as long as the

Function Dial is in the “Off” position.

5 When ready to start the appliance, turn the Function

Dial to the function that you want. The red Power light
will light up indicating that the appliance is on.

6 Follow instructions on the following pages on how to

use the different functions.

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Using the Different Functions

Stovetop:

1 Place the cooking pot inside the housing.

2 Place the food that you wish to cook inside the pot in an

even layer for best results.

3 Set the Function Dial to the desired Stovetop mode to get the

appliance heated. The LED Display will show “On” and the
Power light will turn on.

4 When you have finished using the unit, turn the Function

Dial to “Off” and then unplug the unit and allow it to cool
completely before handling.

NOTE: The appliance will not function if the cooking pot is not
inside the main housing.

TIP: When you want to sear meats, set the Stovetop to “High”.

To sauté vegetables, set the Stovetop to “Med” or “High”.

Slow Cook:

The 6 qt. capacity makes this an ideal slow cooker for the
entire family. The Low and High settings automatically switch
to Auto Warm after the cooking is complete to keep the food
warm. Use the Stovetop function on “High” to sear meats and
vegetables before slow cooking to enhance flavors and create
gourmet meals.

Do not exceed the top of the cooking pot when filling with
food. This could result in the food boiling over.

1 Place the ingredients into the cooking pot and place the lid

on top.

2 Plug the unit into the electrical outlet.

3 Turn the Function Dial to either Low or High under Slow Cook

depending on the recipe instructions. The LED Display will
show “8:00” or “4:00” depending on the slow cook setting
that is selected and the Power Light will turn on.

4 The Display Screen will show “8:00” hours for Low setting

and “4:00” hours for High setting. Turn the Adjustment Dial
to set the desired time. The time will increase or decrease
in 30 minute increments for up to 12 hours. The timer will
begin counting down after 3 seconds. Do not lift the lid
continuously while cooking.

5 After the cooking process is done, the unit will switch to Auto

Warm for up to 12 hours.

6 When you have finished using the unit, turn the Function

Dial to “Off” and then unplug the unit and allow it to cool
completely before handling.

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Using the Different Functions - cont.

Buffet

Use the Ninja

®

SEARious™ Slow Cooker

Buffet mode to keep
food warm from 30 minutes up to 12 hours. This can be used
for food already cooked in the Slow Cooker or for food already
prepared that you want kept warm.

1 Place the cooked food inside the cooking pot and cover with

the lid.

2 Plug the unit into the electrical outlet.

3 Turn the Function Dial to Buffet.

4 Time is pre-set to “6:00” hours. Turn the Adjustment Dial to

set the desired time that you want the food kept warm.

5 When you have finished using the unit, turn the Function

Dial to “Off” and unplug the unit. Allow it to cool completely
before handling.

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Hints & Tips

1 Cooking times may vary based on the selected

temperature, the current temperature of the cooking
pot and the temperature of the ingredients.

2 Always use nonstick utensils in the cooking pot. Metal

utensils may damage the non-stick coating.

3 For even browning, make sure that the food is in an

even layer on the bottom of the cooking pot.

4 Cooking time and temperature can be adjusted at any

time during the cooking cycle in Slow Cook. Press the
Adjustment Buttons “+” or “-” to adjust.

5 Multiple modes may be required to cook recipes. To

change modes during cooking cycles, simply turn the
Function Dial to select the new desired mode. Once the
new mode is selected, begin the programming process.

6 If the cooking pot is removed during the cooking cycle

and then placed back into the unit, the cooking process
will continue as though it was not interrupted.

Troubleshooting Guide

PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION

This occurs when power to the unit is interrupted or if the unit is plugged in and the
function dial is not in the “OFF” position.

“Err” Appears on the
Display Screen

Turn the function dial to “OFF” and then turn dial to desired cooking mode.

If the unit displays “Err” for a prolonged period of time due to power failure, dispose
of the food for health and safety reasons.

Call Customer Service at 1-877-646-5288.

“E01” Appears on the
Display Screen

“E02” or “E03”
Appears On The LCD
Display

Cooking pot is not inside the cooking system housing. Insert the cooking pot.

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Ninja

SEARious™ Slow Cooker is not functioning.

Please contact customer service at 1-877-646-5288.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The Ninja® SEARious™ Slow Cooker should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.

1 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet.

2 Never immerse the main housing in water or any other liquid.

3 To clean the main housing and the control panel, wipe it clean with a damp cloth.

4 The lid is not dishwasher safe. Wash the cooking pot and lid with warm, soapy water. The cooking pot can be washed in

the dishwasher.

5 Dry all parts after each use.

6 If food residue is stuck onto the cooking pot, fill the pot with water and allow to soak before cleaning. DO NOT use

scouring pads. If scouring is necessary, use a non-abrasive cleanser or liquid detergent with a nylon pad or brush.

7 Please return the unit to EURO-PRO Operating LLC for any other servicing.

NOTE: After usage, the exterior of the cooking pot may produce a black film when cleaned. This is due to oxidation and
occurs from normal usage.

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Notes

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Notes

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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 1-877-646-5288 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 1-877-646-5288 to register your new Ninja®

product within ten (10) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name,

date of purchase and model number along with your name and address.

The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety

notification. By registering you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions

for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.

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