WHEN USING ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
®
USING YOUR NINJA
MASTER PREP®
PROFESSIONAL.
IMPORTANT:
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use
of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their
safety.
1. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
3. To protect against electric shock, DO NOT immerse cord, plug or any part
of the main unit in water or any other
liquids.
4. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
5. DO NOT operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
6. Unplug appliance from outlet when
not in use and before cleaning.
7. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner.
8. The use of accessory attachments,
including canning jars not
recommended by EURO-PRO
Operating LLC may cause fire,
electrical shock or risk of personal
injury.
9. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
food, water or other liquids.
10. Use this appliance on a stable work
surface away from water.
11. DO NOT remove the motor head
before the chopping blades have
stopped turning.
12. CAUTION! Chopping blades are sharp,
handle with care. When handling the
chopping blades, always hold by the
plastic shaft.
13. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
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14. DO NOT expose jars to extreme
temperature changes.
15. DO NOT use jars if they are
cracked or chipped.
16. DO NOT use the appliance if
chopping blades are bent or
damaged.
17. Avoid contact with moving parts
at all times. Keep hands, hair,
clothing as well as spatulas and
other utensils away from pitcher
or chopping container during
operation to prevent risk of
personal injury and/or damage to
the appliance.
18. Exercise extreme caution when
blending hot liquids.
19. Immediately release the On/Off
pulse button on the motor head
in the event that the appliance
malfunctions during use.
20. To reduce the risk of injury,
NEVER operate the appliance
without the splash guard in
place; DO NOT try to defeat
the interlock mechanism; make
sure that the cutting blades
are properly assembled before
operating the appliance.
21. DO NOT use outdoors.
22. DO NOT use appliance for other
than intended use.
23. DO NOT operate the appliance for
more than 15 seconds.
24. DO NOT operate the appliance
empt y.
25. 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 10 minutes before
using again.
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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This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2002/96/EC on the disposal of
electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This appliance complies with the European directives for electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage
Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC and its revisions.
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with
other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible
harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste
disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material sources. To return your used device, please use the return
and collection systems or contact the retailer where this product was
purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
This product has no on/off switch and operates when plugged into the main supply
source. Disconnect the plug from mains after use.
Although the product is not provided with standby mode or off mode, it still fulfills
the requirements of 1275/2008/EC - the directive for Eco-Design requirements
since according to technical justification, it is considered as inappropriate to provide
standby and off modes when connecting to mains. To reduce energy consumption
be sure to unplug the unit after use.
THIS BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:
QB1001QUK 30
QB1006QUK 30
QB1007QUK 30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 220-240V., 50Hz.
Power: 500 Watts
Pitcher Capacities:
• 1.42 L (48 ounces) (6 cups)
• 1.18 L (40 ounces) (5 cups)
Bowl Capacity: 0.47 L (16 ounces) (2 cups)
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Not to be disposed
of with other
household waste.
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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing
®
the Ninja
Master Prep
®
Professional.
Getting Started ...................................................................................6
Using the Master Prep
Using the Master Prep
Cleaning and Maintenance .............................................................12
Professional Bowl ...............................10
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Getting Started
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a On/Off Pulse Button
b Power Head
c Pouring Spout
d Pitcher Splash Guard
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6-Blade
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4-Blade
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Professional 48 oz. Pitcher
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f Master Prep
with Non-Slip Base
g Spindle Pin
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i Master Prep® Professional 40 oz.
Pitcher with Non-Slip Base
j Pitcher Storage Lid (x 2)
k Bowl Splash Guard
l Upper Blade
m Lower Blade
n Master Prep
Non-Slip Base
o Bowl Storage Lid
p Power Cord (not shown)
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Professional Bowl with
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The Ninja® Master Prep® Professional is an indispensable kitchen tool that is perfect
for blending, chopping, mixing or pureeing when preparing your favorite recipes.
For best results, be sure to carefully read all the instructions contained in the manual
before using this appliance.
500 Watt Power Head
The 500 watt power head operates on 220-240V., 50Hz. electrical power. NEVER
allow the power head to become wet when plugged into an electrical outlet.
W A R N I N G : The power head should never be immersed in water or any other liquid.
CAUTION: Make sure that the power head is unplugged from the electrical outlet and
that the blades have stopped turning before attaching or removing any accessory.
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use extreme caution when handling the blades.
Always hold them by the shaft . Do not
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance empty.
attempt to sharpen blades.
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Using the Master Prep® Professional Pitchers
Shaft
1
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use
extreme caution when handling the
blades. Always hold them by the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance
empty.
1 Place the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher on a clean, dry, level surface.
2 Holding the blade by the shaft, place it
onto the spindle pin inside the Master
®
Prep
Professional Pitcher.
• Use the Ninja® 6-Blade in the 48 oz.
Pitcher. (fig. 1)
• Use the Ninja
®
4-Blade in the 40 oz.
Pitcher. (fig. 2)
IMPORTANT: Place blade inside the
container carefully as blades are sharp.
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Shaft
2
WARNI NG: DO NOT try to place the
blade onto the power head and then
into the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher.
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3 Add the ingredients to be processed
into the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients
into the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher before placing the blades in
first.
4 Place the pitcher splash guard onto the
top of the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher. (fig. 3)
5 Place the power head on top of the
pitcher splash guard making sure that
it is securely in place. (fig. 4) DO NOT
attempt to operate the appliance
without the safety splash guard in
place.
6 To start the appliance, plug the power
cord into the electrical outlet, securely
hold power head while operating
and press on the on/off pulse button
located on the top of the power head.
(fig. 5)
7 Hold the Master Prep
®
Professional
Pitcher firmly while depressing the
on/off pulse button to ensure the unit
stays in place.
NOTE: DO NOT operate the appliance
continuously for more than 15 seconds
at a time.
8 To stop the appliance, remove your
fingers from the on/off pulse button.
9 In order to obtain a better quality of
chopping, operate the appliance by
using the “pulse” method.
10 Make sure that the blades have
stopped completely before removing
the power head.
11 If the ingredients stick to the side of
the Master Prep
®
Professional Pitcher,
stop the appliance, remove the power
head and the splash guard. Use a
spatula to dislodge the pieces and then
replace the splash guard and the power
head. Continue processing.
12 Depending on the consistency of the
contents, use the pouring spout to
empty liquid contents.
13 For thicker consistencies, first remove
splash guard and blade (by its shaft),
then empty contents of the Master
®
Prep
Professional Pitcher.
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Using the Master Prep® Professional Bowl
Shaft
1
CAUTION: Blades are sharp! Use
extreme caution when handling the
blades. Always hold them by the shaft.
IMPORTANT: Never run the appliance
empty.
1 Place the Master Prep
®
Professional
bowl on a clean, dry, level surface.
2 Holding the lower blade by the shaft,
place it over the spindle pin inside the
Master Prep
®
Professional bowl. (fig. 1)
3 Carefully insert the upper blade over
the lower blade rotating it until it locks
onto the lower blade. (fig. 2)
IMPORTANT: Always assemble the
blades inside the container.
2
WARNI NG:DO NOT try to place the
blades onto the power head and then
into the Master Prep
®
Professional
bowl.
4 Place the food that you want to process
into the Master Prep
®
Professional
bowl.
IMPORTANT: Never add ingredients
into the Master Prep
®
Professional bowl
before placing the blade assembly in
first.
NOTE:DO NOT add more than 2 cups
dry or 1 cup liquid ingredients as this
will strain the motor and may cause
overflow.
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5 Place the splash guard on the bowl.
(fig. 3)
6 Place the power head on top of the
splash guard making sure that it is
securely in place. (fig. 4) DO NOT
attempt to operate the appliance
without the safety splash guard in
place.
7 To start the appliance, plug the power
cord into the electrical outlet, securely
hold power head while operating
and press on the on/off pulse button
located on the top of the power head.
(fig. 5)
8 Hold the Master Prep
®
Professional
bowl firmly while depressing the on/off
pulse button to ensure the unit stays in
place.
NOTE: DO NOT operate the appliance
continuously for more than 15 seconds
at a time. Be careful not to over
process. For coarsely chopped foods,
use repeated short pulsing action until
the desired consistency is reached.
9 To stop the appliance, remove your
fingers from the on/off pulse button.
10 In order to obtain a better quality of
chopping, operate the appliance by
using the “pulse” method.
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11 Make sure that the blades have
stopped completely before removing
the power head.
12 If the ingredients stick to the side of
the Master Prep
®
Professional bowl,
stop the appliance, remove the power
head and the splash guard. Use a
spatula to dislodge the pieces and then
replace the splash guard and the power
head. Continue processing.
13 Remove the blade assembly by its shaft
before you empty the contents of the
Master Prep
HINTS & TIPS FOR USING YOUR NINJA®
MASTE R PREP® PROFESSIONAL
• The chopping blades can be used for
chopping meat, fish, vegetables, cheese
etc.
• For mincing, chopping and pureeing,
increase the length of pulses.
• For coarse chopping, use short, quick
pulses and monitor food texture.
• Pre-cut larger pieces to make them fit
into the Master Prep
When chopping hard foods (e.g. meat,
cheese) cut into 1-inch cubes.
• To crush ice into snow, star t by using
short pulses to break up large chunks.
Continue until snow is achieved.
®
Professional bowl.
®
Professional.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
CAUTION: Make sure that the power head is unplugged from power source before
inserting or removing any attachment and before cleaning.
DO NOT immerse the power head into water or any other liquid. Clean with a damp
sponge or cloth and wipe dry.
The Master Prep
Master Prep
safe. It is recommended to place the storage lids and the chopping blades on the top
rack. Use extreme caution when handling the chopping blades as they are very sharp.
Clean the Ninja® Master Prep® Professional and all parts before first use and
immediately after each use.
®
Professional pitchers, Master Prep® Professional bowl, storage lids,
®
Professional splash guards and chopping blades are all dishwasher
Troubleshooting Guide
PROBLEMSPOSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Check that the bottom of motor head is clean
and there is no food blocking connection when
placing on containers.
There is too much food in the container.
The unit has overheated. Unplug and wait
Motor Doesn’t Start
or Blades Don’t
Rotate.
Food is Unevenly
Chopped.
Food is Chopped Too
Fine or is Too
Water y.
Food Collects On
Splash Guard/Safety
Cover or On the Sides
of the Master Prep®
Professional Pitchers
or Master Prep®
Professional Bowl.
You Cannot Achieve
Snow From Solid
Ice.
approximately 10 minutes before using again.
Make sure the splash guard is securely on the
container.
Make sure the power head is securely placed on
splash guard.
Check that the plug is securely inserted into the
electrical outlet.
Check fuse or breaker. Replace fuse/reset
breaker.
Either you are chopping too much food at one
time, or the pieces are not small enough. Try
cutting the food into smaller pieces of even size
and processing smaller amounts per batch.
The food has been over processed. Use brief
pulses or process for shorter time. Let blades
stop completely between pulses.
You may be processing too much food. Turn the
machine off. When the blades stop rotating,
remove the power head and the splash guard.
Remove some of the food being processed.
Do not use ice that has been sitting out or has
started to melt. Be sure to use short pulses in the
beginning to break up large pieces.
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Notes
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Notes
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Notes
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Technical Details
Model numbers: QB1001QUK 30
QB1006QUK 30
QB1007QUK 30
Input: 500 Watts
Main unit voltage: 220/240 V., 50 Hz.