8ninjakitchen.com1 Review warning and caution statements above beforeproceeding to number 2.2 Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level surface suchas a counter or table top.3 Align and lower the pitcher onto the motorbase. (Fig. 1) Handle should be aligned slightly to theright of the “LOCK” symbol on the motor base.4 Rotate the blender pitcher clockwise until it clicks inplace. As the pitcher rotates, it will lower and the safetytabs on the bottom of the pitcher will slide under thesafety tabs on the top of the motor base. (Fig. 2)5 The pitcher can be placed on the motor base two ways;the handle can be on the front right corner or the frontleft corner. (Fig. 3a, Fig. 3b)6 Holding the Stacked Blade Assembly by the top of theshaft, place it onto the drive gear inside the pitcher.Ensure that the Stacked Blade Assembly is seatedproperly and is standing upright. (Fig. 4)NOTE: The Stacked Blade Assembly will fit loosely onthe drive gear.7 Add the ingredients to the pitcher, making sure thatthey do not exceed the highest measured marking lineon the side of the pitcher.NOTE: If you need to add additional ingredients whilethe appliance is processing, open the pour spout capand pour the ingredients in through the opening.NOTE: When blending any kind of liquids, such asmixtures of any drinks or smoothies, do not exceed the“Max liquid” mark (64 oz.) on the pitcher.8 Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet and pressthe power button ( ).IMPORTANT: As a safety feature, the powerbutton ( ) will flash and the motor will not workif the pitcher and lid are not installed correctly.When the pitcher and lid are installed properly,the power button ( ) will be solid, indicating thatthe appliance is ready for use.9 Holding the lid by the handle in the uprightposition, place it on top of the pitcher aligning thearrow ( ) located on the lid with the arrow ( ) locatedon the pitcher’s handle. (Fig. 5)ASSEMBLYIt’s best to add the liquid ingredients first and then the dry ingredients.Fig. 4Fig. 3aFig. 5Fig. 3bORWARNING: Handle the Stacked Blade Assembly with care, as the blades are sharp.WARNING: Remove utensils prior to processing. Failure to remove may cause the pitcher to be damaged orto shatter, which may cause personal injury.WARNING: Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.CAUTION: Do not blend hot liquids, doing so may cause excessive pressure buildup, resulting in risk of theuser being burned.IMPORTANT: Make sure that the motor base is plugged in for use.Fig. 2Fig. 1Assembly & Use of the Pitcher