NINJA CI100 Series Foodie 3 In 1 Hand Mixer Instruction Manual

NINJA CI100 Series Foodie 3 In 1 Hand Mixer

Product Information

The product is a kitchen appliance that includes a motor base, a hand mixer attachment, a blending attachment, and a chopper attachment. It has a control panel with LED lights to indicate the speed setting from 1 to 5, and a turbo button for quick access to speed 5. The hand mixer attachment has a collar that can be adjusted to two different positions for different mixing tasks. The chopper attachment has a 700ml capacity and is not included in all models. The product comes with safety instructions and a troubleshooting guide.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

• Do not let any part of the appliance come into contact with hot surfaces, including hot plates or other heat sources.
• Do not operate the appliance with an empty container.
• Do not twist the appliance.
• Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.

Assembly

Before first use, wash the motor base, hand mixer attachment, and chopper splash guard with a clean, damp cloth. To assemble the hand mixer attachment, adjust the collar to position 1 or 2 for slow or fast mixing. To assemble the blending attachment, insert the blending arm into the motor base and twist to lock. To assemble the chopper attachment (not included in all models), place the food inside the container and attach it to the motor base.

Control Panel

• Use the control panel to adjust the speed of the appliance.
• The LED lights indicate the speed setting from 1 to 5. Press and hold the turbo button for quick access to speed 5.

Usage

For hand mixing, start with speed 1 and slowly increase the speed to prevent splashing. For blending, immerse the blending arm into the food and move up and down. Stop immediately if the mixer head is not submerged. For chopping, attach the chopper container to the motor base and pulse until desired consistency is reached.

Product Cleaning and Maintenance

After use, unplug the appliance and clean with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the motor base in water. To reset the motor, unplug the appliance and wait for 15 minutes before plugging it back in. Refer to the troubleshooting guide for any issues.

Warranty

• The manufacturer’s warranty for the product is described in detail in the user manual. Contact the manufacturer for further information.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

• Read and review instructions for operation and use.
• Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury, death or substantial property damage if the warning included with this symbol is ignored.
• For indoor and household use only.

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

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electrical shock or property damage, basic safety precautions must always be followed, including the following numbered warnings and subsequent instructions. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

1. Read all instructions prior to using the appliance and its accessories.
2. Carefully observe and follow all warnings and instructions. This unit contains electrical connections and moving parts that potentially present risk to the user.
3. ALWAYS exercise care when handling the hand blender attachment. The blades are sharp; handle carefully. ONLY grasp the hand blender attachment by the plastic end or shaft. Failure to use care when handling the hand blender attachment will result in a risk of laceration.
4. ALWAYS exercise care when handling the chopping blades. The blades are sharp; handle carefully. ONLY grasp the chopping blade by the shaft. Failure to use care when handling the chopping blade will result in a risk of laceration.
5. Hand blender blades and chopping blades are sharp, the chopping blade is loose in container. Handle carefully.
6. Before each use, inspect blades for damage. If a blade is bent or damage is suspected, contact SharkNinja to arrange for replacement.
7. DO NOT attempt to sharpen blades.
8. Take your time and exercise care during unpacking and appliance setup. This appliance contains sharp, loose blades that can cause injury if mishandled.
9. Take inventory of all contents to ensure you have all parts needed to properly and safely operate your appliance.
10. Unplug the appliance from the socket when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug by the body and pull from the socket. NEVER unplug by grasping and pulling the flexible cord.
11. Before use, wash all parts that may contact food. Follow washing instructions covered in this instruction manual.
12. To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO NOT submerge the power base, hand mixer attachment or the chopper processing lid or allow the power cord to contact any form of liquid. Unplug the power base before cleaning.
13. Remove any accessories from the hand mixer attachment before washing.
14. DO NOT use this appliance outdoors. It is designed for indoor household use only.
15. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. This appliance has no user-serviceable parts. If damaged, contact SharkNinja for servicing.
16. Extension cords should NOT be used with this appliance.
17. DO NOT allow children to operate this appliance or use as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
18. This appliance is NOT intended to be used by people with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
19. Fully unwind the power cord before use. DO NOT allow the unit or the cord to hang over the edges of tables or worktops. The cord may become snagged and pull the appliance off the work surface.
20. DO NOT allow any part of the unit to contact hot surfaces, including hobs and other heating appliances.
21. ALWAYS use the appliance on a dry and level surface.
22. Keep hands, hair and clothing out of the container when loading and operating.
23. ONLY use attachments and accessories that are provided with the product or are recommended by SharkNinja. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by SharkNinja may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
24. During operation and handling of the appliance, avoid contact with moving parts.
25. DO NOT operate the appliance with an empty container.
26. DO NOT fill containers past the MAX FILL or MAX LIQUID lines.
27. DO NOT microwave any containers or accessories provided with the appliance.
28. DO NOT perform grinding operations.
29. Before operation, ensure all utensils are removed from containers. Failure to remove utensils can cause containers to shatter and potentially result in personal injury and property damage.
30. NEVER operate the chopper attachment without the lid in place. DO NOT attempt to defeat the interlock mechanism. Ensure the container and lid are properly installed before operation.
31. DO NOT expose the containers and accessories to extreme temperature changes. They may experience damage.
32. NEVER leave the appliance unattended while in use.
33. DO NOT blend hot liquids. Doing so may result in pressure buildup and steam exposure that can pose a risk of the user being burned.
34. If you find unmixed ingredients sticking to the sides of the bowl, stop the appliance, remove the blade assembly and use a scraper to dislodge ingredients.
35. DO NOT remove the power base and lid while the chopping blade is still spinning. Allow the appliance to come to a complete stop before removing the power base and lid.
36. Remove the chopping blades from the chopper bowl upon completion of processing. DO NOT store ingredients before or after processing them in the bowl with the blades attached. Some foods may contain active ingredients or release gases that will expand if left in a sealed container, resulting in excessive pressure buildup that can pose a risk of injury. For ingredient storage in the vessel, use only the provided lid.
37. DO NOT process dry ingredients without adding liquid to the hand blender, or chopper attachments. They are not intended for dry blending.
38. Keep hands and utensils out of containers while processing to reduce the risk of severe personal injury or damage to the unit. A scraper may be used ONLY when the processor is not running.
39. Immediately release the power button on the power base in the event that the appliance malfunctions during use.
40. Make sure that the chopper lid is securely attached to the chopper bowl before operating the chopper attachment.
41. Make sure that the power base is securely attached to the hand mixer attachment, hand blender attachment, or chopper assembly.
42. Always ensure the hand mixer accessories are fitted securely in place into the hand mixer attachment before processing.
43. DO NOT use containers if they are cracked or chipped.
44. The maximum wattage rating can be achieved by chopping 190g white kidney beans in the chopper bowl. Other configurations may draw less power. Operation time should NOT exceed 15 seconds.
45. To avoid contact with steam and hot surfaces, DO NOT reach across top of vessel in which you are processing.
46. If the appliance overheats, a thermal switch will activate and temporarily disable the motor. To reset, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool for approximately 15 minutes before using again.

PARTS

NOTE

1. Attachments and accessories vary by model.
2. Colour varies by model.

• A Power Base (attached power cord not shown)
• B Hand Mixer Attachment
• C Hand Blender Attachment
• D Beater x2
• E Dough Hooks x2
• F Chopper Processing Lid*
• G Chopping Blade Assembly*
• H 700ml Chopper Bowl*
• I Chopper Storage Lid*

Not included with all models.

There are a variety of accessories that are compatible with this blender series. To purchase more accessories and find great recipes, visit ninjakitchen.eu.

BEFORE FIRST USE

IMPORTANT: Review all warnings before proceeding.

NOTE: Attachments and accessories vary by model.

1. Remove all packaging materials from the unit. Exercise care when unpacking the hand blender attachment and chopping blade assembly.
2. Wash hand blender attachment, beaters, dough hooks, chopper bowl, storage lid and chopping blade assembly in warm, soapy water. Use a dishwashing utensil with a handle to avoid direct contact with the blades on the hand blender attachment and the chopping blade assembly. Exercise care when handling blade assemblies, as blades are sharp. Thoroughly rinse and air-dry all parts.
3. Wipe the power base, hand mixer attachment and chopper processing lid with a clean, damp cloth.

CONTROL PANEL

_ IMPORTANT: _Review all warnings before proceeding.

USING THE HAND MIXER CONTROL PANEL

1. EJECT
   • Push to remove the beaters or other accessories.
2. SPEED RANGE INDICATOR
   • LEDs illuminate to indicate speed settings 1 to 5.
3. POWER
   • Press to turn the unit on or off.
4. TURBO
   • Press and hold to quickly jump to speed 5.
5. SPEED SELECTOR
   • Increase or decrease speed by pressing the up and down arrow buttons.

USING THE HAND BLENDER CONTROL PANEL

1. POWER
   • Press and hold continuously to blend. The unit will not blend unless the power button is pressed down.
2. TURBO
   • While continuously holding to blend, press and hold the TURBO button to ramp up to high speed. By default, the unit will start on low speed.

USING THE CHOPPER CONTROL PANEL

1. POWER
   • Press and hold continuously to process. Use short presses for short pulses and long presses for long pulses.
2. The TURBO button is disabled when using the chopper attachment.

HAND MIXER ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY

(accessories vary by model)

IMPORTANT

• Review all warnings before proceeding
• The hand mixer attachment is NOT dishwasher safe.

1. Install the hand mixer attachment to the power base by aligning the arrow on the power base with the arrow on the mixer attachment. Then, push the power base onto the attachment to lock into place.
2. Attach both beaters or the whisk using the accessory slots on the mixer head. Insert the beater with the collar into the slot with the diagram showing a collar. The whisk can be inserted into either slot. You will hear a slight click when locked in place.
3. Plug the unit in and power on. The unit will begin mixing on speed 1. Use the speed selector to increase or decrease speed.

Speeds 1 & 2| Use speeds 1–2 when combining dry ingredients, such as flour, into liquid ingredients.
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Speeds 3 & 4| Use speeds 3–4 when making cookie doughs, batters, quick breads, icing and most other recipes.
Speed 5| Use speed 5 for whipping cream, mousse, or egg whites.
NOTE: Start on speed 1, then slowly ramp up to prevent ingredients from splattering.

1. Press to turn the unit off. To remove the beaters or other accessories, press the eject button. Ensure the beaters or other accessories come to a complete stop before pressing the eject button.
2. To remove the power base from the hand mixer attachment, first unplug the unit. Press and hold the release buttons on either side of the power base to remove the mixer attachment.
3. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.

HAND BLENDER ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY

(accessories vary by model)

_ IMPORTANT: _Review all warnings before proceeding.

1. Install the hand blender attachment to the power base by aligning the arrow on the power base with the arrow on the hand blender attachment. Then, push the power base onto the attachment to lock into place. Plug the unit in.
2. Prior to blending, make sure to use a container large enough to fully submerge the blender head in ingredients. Once submerged, there should be ample room in the container to avoid overflowing and splashing. A cooking pot*, large measuring container, or the blending jug (not available with all models) is recommended.
   • NOTE: DO NOT blend in non-stick cookware.
3. Submerge the holes of the blender head in the ingredients. Press and hold the power button while using an up-and-down motion to blend, making sure to stop blending anytime the blender head is no longer submerged. While continuously holding to blend, press and hold the TURBO button to ramp up to high speed.

LOW

| Use to blend liquids, such as mayo or dressing, or soups and sauces with soft ingredients, such as tomato sauce.
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TURBO

| Use for tougher ingredients, such as butternut squash, or for smooth purees, such as houmous.

1. To remove the power base from the hand blender attachment, first unplug the unit. Press and hold the release buttons on either side of the power base to remove the hand blender attachment.
2. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.

USING THE 700ML CHOPPER

(not included with all models)

IMPORTANT

• Review all warnings before proceeding.
• The processing lid is NOT dishwasher safe.

NOTE

• DO NOT add ingredients before completing installation of the blade assembly.
• DO NOT operate the chopper continuously for more than 15 seconds at a time.
• DO NOT fill past the MAX FILL line.

1. Place the chopper bowl on a clean, dry, level surface, such as a worktop or table.
2. Exercising care, grasp the blade assembly by the top of the shaft and place it onto the drive gear inside the chopper bowl.
3. Add ingredients to the chopper bowl, then install the processing lid so it sits into place. Ensure the lid is fully installed prior to use; there will be no click.
4. Attach power base by aligning the arrow on the power base with the arrow on the processing lid, then push the power base onto the lid to lock it in place. Plug the unit in.
5. Press and hold the button to process. Use short presses for short pulses and long presses for long pulses. The TURBO button is disabled when using the chopper attachment.
6. When finished, unplug the unit. Remove the power base from the chopper attachment by pressing and holding the release buttons on either side of the power base and lifting up.
7. Remove the lid by lifting it up. Always remove the blade assembly before emptying ingredients from the bowl by carefully grasping it by the top of the shaft and lifting it out of the bowl.
8. DO NOT store blended contents with the blade assembly and processing lid attached. Only use the storage lid.
9. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section for cleaning and storage instructions.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Handle the chopping blade with care when washing, as the blades are sharp. Contact with the blade’s edges can result in laceration.

CLEANING

• Hand-Washing
  • Wash hand blender attachment, beaters, dough hooks, chopper bowl, storage lid and blade assembly in warm, soapy water. Use a dishwashing utensil with a handle to avoid direct contact with the blades on the hand blender attachment and the chopping blades. Exercise care when handling blade assemblies, as blades are sharp. Thoroughly rinse and air-dry all parts.
• Dishwasher
  • All attachments, with the exception of the power base, hand mixer attachment and the chopper processing lid, are top-rack dishwasher safe.
• Motor Base, Hand Mixer Attachment, Chopper Processing Lid
  • Unplug the power base before cleaning. Wipe the power base, hand mixer attachment and chopper processing lid with a clean, damp cloth. Do not submerge these parts in water.
• STORING
  • For cord storage, wrap the cord with the plastic clip.

RESETTING THE MOTOR

This unit features a safety system that prevents damage to the motor and drive system should you inadvertently overload it. If the unit is overloaded, the motor will be temporarily disabled. Should this occur, follow the reset procedure below.

1. Unplug the unit from the electrical socket.
2. Allow the unit to cool for approximately 15 minutes.
3. Remove the container’s lid and blade assembly. Empty the container and ensure no ingredients are jamming the blade assembly.

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

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES

To order additional parts and attachments, visit ninjakitchen.eu.

Blending Jug

• Large jug perfectly designed for the hand blender attachment to blend your favourite recipes.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock and unintended operation, turn power off and unplug unit before troubleshooting.

Unit doesn’t turn on

• Ensure the unit is plugged into a working socket.
• Make sure to fully lock an attachment onto the power base. Align the arrow on the power base with the arrow on the desired attachment. Then push the power base onto the attachment to lock in place.
• Check that the bottom of power base is clean and there is no food blocking connection when installing attachments.
• When using the chopper, make sure that the blade is properly installed and the processing lid is sitting in the grooves of the chopper bowl.

Cannot install hand mixer accessories or hand mixer accessories are wobbly when installed

• To install the hand mixer accessories, match the beater that has the collar (the disc on the shaft) to the hole on the hand mixer with the diagram of a collar. Install the whisk into either hole. Do not install the whisk with any other accessories.

Hand mixer is spraying ingredients

• Use speed 1 when combining dry and liquid ingredients.
• Start on speed 1 and slowly ramp up to prevent ingredients from splattering.

Hand blender will only run momentarily

• Press and hold the power button to blend. Holding the power button continuously to blend ensures that the blade only runs when you’re in control.

Hand blender is spraying ingredients

• We recommend using a cooking pot, a large glass measuring container or the included blending jug (not included with all models) to blend ingredients.
  • NOTE: DO NOT blend in non-stick cookware.
• The container should be large enough for the blender head to be fully submerged in the ingredients, along with ample room in the container to avoid overflowing and splashing.
• Submerge the holes of the blender head in the ingredients. Move the hand blender in an up-and-down motion through the ingredients to blend, making sure to stop blending anytime the blender head is not submerged.

Food is stuck in hand blender blade

• Power the unit off and unplug the power base. Use a spatula or other kitchen utensil to dislodge the food.
• Handle the hand blender attachment with care and do not attempt to dislodge food using your hand.

Chopper moves on worktop while processing

• Make sure the worktop and base of chopper bowl are clean and dry.
• Grip the power base with one hand with the control panel facing away from you while holding the chopper bowl with your other hand.

Food is unevenly chopped

• Make sure that the maximum capacity on the chopper bowl has not been exceeded.
• Ingredient pieces could be too large. Cut food into 2.5cm pieces and process smaller amounts per batch.

Food is chopped too fine or is too watery

• The food has been over processed. Use brief pulses or process for shorter time. Let the chopping blade assembly stop completely between pulses. Cannot adjust speeds when chopper is attached; lower button on the control panel does not work.
• When the chopper attachment is installed, TURBO is disabled. Simply press and hold the power button to run at the optimal speed.

Cannot remove attachments

• Be sure to press the release buttons on the side of the power base to remove attachments. Do not pull attachments from the power base without using the release buttons.
• To remove hand mixer accessories, press the eject button on the top of the hand mixer control panel.

The unit stopped blending or mixing

• Do not run the unit more than 10 minutes continuously. Unplug the unit from the electrical socket and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.

Hand mixer control panel is flashing

• The unit may have overheated or there is something jammed in the attachments. Unplug the unit from the electrical socket and allow it to cool for 15 minutes. Remove the beaters or other accessories and ensure no ingredients are jamming the attachments. If output is too thick and ingredients are not processing properly, add more liquid.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED GUARANTEE

When you buy a product in Europe as a consumer, you get the benefit of legal rights relating to the quality of the product (your “statutory rights”). You can enforce these statutory rights against your retailer. However, at Ninja we are so confident about the quality of our products (the “Products”) that we give you a manufacturer’s guarantee of two years. This guarantee only applies to the Product if it is bought in new and unused condition. These terms and conditions relate to our guarantees only – your statutory rights as a buyer are unaffected. Please note that the 2 year guarantee is available in all EU countries. The conditions below describe the prerequisites and scope of our guarantees which are issued by SharkNinja Germany GmbH, c/o Regus Management GmbH, Excellent Business Center 10. + 11/ Stock, Westhafenplatz 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main (Germany) (“us”, “our” or “we”). They do not affect your statutory rights or the obligations of your retailer and your contract with them. The same applies if you have purchased the product directly from Ninja.

Ninja® Guarantees

A household kitchen appliance constitutes a sizeable investment. Your new machine needs to work properly for as long as possible. The guarantee it comes with is an important consideration – and reflects how much confidence the manufacturer has in its product and manufacturing quality.

You’ll find online support at www.ninjakitchen.eu.

How do I register my guarantee?

You can register your guarantee online within 28 days of purchase. To save time, you’ll need the following information about your machine:

• Model no.
• Serial Number (only if available)
• Date of purchase of the Product (receipt or delivery note)

To register online, please visit www.ninjakitchen.eu

IMPORTANT

• The guarantee covers your Product for 2 years starting on the date of purchase.
• Please keep the receipt at all times. Should you need to use your guarantee we will need the receipt to verify the information supplied to us is correct. The inability to produce a valid receipt will invalidate your guarantee.

What are the benefits of registering my guarantee?

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How long are our Products guaranteed for?

• Our confidence in our design and quality control means that your Product is guaranteed for two years.

What is covered by the guarantee?

Repair or replacement (at Ninja’s discretion) of your Product, including all parts and labour in case of any defect in design, materials and workmanship (including transport and shipping costs). Our guarantee is in addition to your legal rights as a consumer.

What is not covered by the guarantee?

• Normal wear and tear.
• Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use or care, misuse, neglect, careless operation or handling of the kitchen appliance which is not in accordance with the Ninja® Instruction Manual supplied with your machine.
• Use of the kitchen appliance for anything other than normal domestic household purposes.
• Use of parts not assembled or installed in accordance with the operating instructions.
• Use of parts and accessories which are not Ninja® Genuine Components.
• Faulty installation (except where installed by Ninja®).
• Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Ninja or its agents, unless you can show that the repairs or alterations carried out by others are not related to the defect for which you exercise the guarantee.

What happens when my guarantee runs out?

Ninja does not design products to last for a limited time. We do appreciate that there may be a desire for our customers to want to repair their kitchen appliance after the guarantee has elapsed. You’ll find more support at ninjakitchen.eu.

Where can I buy genuine Ninja spares and accessories?

Ninja spares and accessories are developed by the same engineers who developed your Ninja kitchen appliance. You’ll find a full range of Ninja spares, replacement parts and accessories for all Ninja machines at www.ninjakitchen.eu Please remember that using non-Ninja spares may invalidate your manufacturer’s guarantee. However, your statutory rights are unaffected.

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References

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