This article contains the FAQs for the PS100 Series Ninja® Ultra Prep™. This supports the following product SKUs PS100, PS101 and PS101A.
Your unit will include the following: 48 oz. jar, Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade, High-Speed Blade, Dough Blade, Power Pod, Power Pod Cleaning Brush, Splash Guard Lid and Blade Storage Solution
The pitcher holds up to 48 ounces.
Plug the unit into a wall outlet to turn on the power. To activate the unit, press the top of the power pod.
There's no ON/OFF button; power will run to the unit automatically when it's plugged in. To activate the blades, press the top of the power pod.
Yes. The power pod will automatically adjust speeds based on the blade that is installed in the pitcher. The high-speed blade rotates faster than the other blades, producing a finer consistency. The Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade will coarsely or finely chop ingredients for a thick puree or salsa. The dough blade will mix and combine ingredients into a dough or batter.
Yes. The splash guard is part of the lid.
Yes, you can use the Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade or high-speed blade to blend your favorite frozen ingredients.
No. Blending hot ingredients can cause an excessive amount of pressure to build up, resulting in the risk of being burned.
Yes. To create snow, use ice straight from the freezer. Do not use ice that has been sitting out or that has started to melt. After the unit is assembled and ice is added to the pitcher, use short pulses to break up large pieces, then continue processing until the ice reaches a snowy consistency.
No. We do not recommend using an extension cord.
While the unit is not a juicer specifically, you can blend fruits and veggies to liquefy into a beverage with an ultra-smooth consistency. The thickness of your drink is dependent on how much liquid you add to your ingredients.
Yes, you can make up to one pound of dough in the unit.
Yes. To grind meat in your unit, cut the meat into 1-inch pieces. Using the Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade, pulse 3 times and then chop continuously for 30 seconds.
The power cord is approximately 35 inches long.
This unit has a polarized plug with 2 prongs.
The high-speed blade is best used for creating smooth purees, dressings, and smoothies with ultra-fine consistency.
The Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade is best used for chopping and crushing. Use the Total Crushing & Power Chopping Blade to create a coarse or fine chop, turn ice to snow, or to make a textured puree.
The dough blade is best at mixing doughs and batters.
The pitcher, splash guard lid, and blades are all top-rack dishwasher safe. Use a damp cloth to wipe the power pod as needed. Pay close attention to the area where the blades are inserted into the power pod. Clean after every use to ensure food does not build up.
No. If you feel as though your blades are not sharp enough, you can order replacement parts.
Very carefully place the blades on the top rack of the dishwasher or hand-wash them in warm, soapy water. For safety, hold the blade by the shaft, and use a cleaning tool with a long handle to ensure you do not come in contact with blades.