Nutribullet NBF50420 Smart Touch Blender
Getting started
- Make sure the base is plugged in for use.
- Never run the appliance while empty.
- Appliance accessories are not intended to be used in the microwave, as they may damage the microwave.
- Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
- Use extra caution when blending hot liquid or ingredients in the pitcher.
- Steam and splatters can escape through the vented lid, potentially causing scalding and/or burns.
- NEVER blend hot liquids in your pitcher without the pitcher lid and vented lid cap attached.
- The vented lid cap is ventilated to allow steam and pressure to release, while guarding against excess splashing.
- NEVER blend hot liquids in your NutriBullet cups or any other sealed vessel.
What’s included
Pitcher assembly & use
- Place the motor base on a clean, dry, level surface such as a counter or table.
- Place the pitcher on a clean, dry, level surface.
- Add the ingredients to the pitcher, making sure they do not exceed the MAX line.
- Place the lid on top of the pitcher and press down firmly until locked in place.
- Place the lid cap over the lid opening, then press down and twist until locked in place.
- Place the pitcher (lid-side up) onto the motor base and twist clockwise to lock it into place.
- When you hear the click, it’s locked and ready to blend.
- Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and press POWER to turn on the blender.
- Once the pitcher is fully locked and the unit is plugged in, the Blending Control Panel will illuminate, and the unit will be ready to operate.
- To begin blending, select a manual speed or program on the Blending Control Panel.
- To pause blending, press the current speed or program once; the unit will stop running, and the timer will pause.
- To resume blending, press a manual speed or the same program again.
- When you have reached your desired consistency, stop the appliance by pressing POWER.
- If you are using a program, you will hear a beep when the program has completed.
- Wait for the blades to stop turning. The unit will enter idle mode.
- The timer will reset, and the Blending Control Panel will remain illuminated.
- Press POWER again to turn off the unit completely, and the illuminated display will turn off.
- Twist the pitcher counterclockwise and lift off the motor base.
- Pour and enjoy! WARNING: Blades are sharp. Never insert your hands into the pitcher.
Manual speeds
Turning On/Off
- The power button controls the master power of the appliance.
- When the pitcher with the pitcher lid is locked in place, pressing POWER will indicate the motor is powered on, and the Blending Control Panel will illuminate.
Timer
- When using a blending speed: timer starts at zero (00:00) and increases during operation, showing time elapsed since blending began.
- When using program presets, the timer counts down during operation until the program is completed.
Pulse
- Used to control chopping and processing.
Low Speed
- Use to mix thin batters, gravies, and marinades. Or, to scramble eggs, process cooked foods, and uncooked fruits.
Medium Speed
- Use to cream soups, blend sauces and spreads, or mix dips. Also great for grinding nuts, making mixed drinks, powdered drinks, or milkshakes.
High Speed
- Use to liquefy thick mixtures and extract frozen fruits and vegetables into smoothies.
Select the Speed
- Press the desired speed once to turn on.
- The selected speed will illuminate, and the rest of the speeds will dim.
- To toggle to another blending speed, press the inactive, dimmed speed desired.
- To pause blending at any point, press the active spe.
- The motor will stop, and the timer will pause counting.
- To resume blending, press a manual speed button again.
- To return to the main blending control panel, press POWER once.
- To fully power down after pausing, press POWER twice and unplug the unit.
Intelligent programs
Purees
- Delivers a perfectly smooth texture — ideal for dips, sauces, and spreads of all kinds.
Soups
- Blends sweet or savory ingredients into the silkiest of ready-to-heat soups and chilled gazpachos.
Frozen Drinks
- Perfect for ice-blended mocktails or cocktails, and frappe-style drinks.
Smoothies
Easily turn fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables into sippable, nutritious smoothies.
Select the Program
- Press the desired program to turn on.
- The selected program will illuminate, and the rest of the blending control panel will disappear.
- The program will start to run, and the timer will count down until the program is complete.
- To pause a program before completion, press the active program.
- The motor will stop, and the timer will pause counting.
- To resume the program, press the program button again.
- To return to the main blending control panel, press POWER once.
- To fully power down, press POWER twice and unplug the unit.
- During each program, the unit may pulse, change speeds, and blend as needed until the program is complete.
Tamper
- Always hand-wash the tamper with soap and water.
- Stuck-on ingredients might require extra scrubbing from a dish brush or sponge.
Care & maintenance
Here’s how to clean the NutriBullet®
- Do not attempt to handle the appliance until all parts have stopped moving.
- This includes during assembly and disassembly, while changing accessories during cleaning, and any time you leave the machine unattended.
- Detach the pitcher from the motor base.
- Clean the individual components (motor base, pitcher) as recommended on the following pages.
Motor Base
- Do not attempt to remove any pieces from the motor base.
- Use a sponge or dishcloth dampened with warm, soapy water to wipe down the motor base until clean.
- To clean leakage residue from the motor base, wipe with a damp sponge and warm water.
- If necessary, you may use a small brush to scrub the actuator system area to ensure it’s clean.
Pitcher
- The pitcher is top-rack dishwasher-safe.
- If preferred, hand-wash the pitcher with soap and water.
- Stuck-on ingredients might require extra scrubbing from a dish brush or sponge. T
- he blades are sharp. Use caution to not touch the blades while hand-washing the pitcher.
- Regularly check the structure of the pitcher and twisting threads for cracking, crazing, or breakage.
- If damaged, replace immediately to prevent possible personal injury.
How to store
- Store the NutriBullet® pitcher Nutribullet NBF50420 Smart Touch Blender upright with the pitcher lid secured on top.
- Do not place anything on top of the pitcher lid.
One-year limited warranty
- NutriBullet, LLC (“NutriBullet”) warrants this NutriBullet® against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from Nutribullet NBF50420 Smart Touch Blender the date of original retail purchase.
- A replacement product assumes the remaining warranty of the original product. A repaired product has a one-year warranty from the date of repair.
Obtaining Warranty Service
- Before sending your product for limited warranty service, please make sure to keep a copy of all relevant documents for your files (receipt, etc.).
Exclusion & Limitations
- This limited warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable.
- Repair or replacement of the product (or, if repair or replacement is not feasible, a refund of the purchase price) is the exclusive remedy of the consumer under this limited warranty.
- NutriBullet shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this limited warranty or any implied warranty on this product.
Warranty registration
- The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification.
- By registering your product, you acknowledge that you have read the instructions and understood the warnings as outlined in the accompanying instructions.
- To find the serial number, check the warranty card that came with the Immersion Blender.
- If you cannot find the serial number, call customer service for assistance.
Customer Support
- websites: nutribullet.com/shop/accessories, nutribullet.com;
- toll: 1 (800) 523-5993.
FAQs
Q: What makes the Nutribullet NBF50420 a “Smart Touch” blender?
Ans: With its user-friendly touchscreen display, pre-programmed blending cycles, and manual speed adjustments, the NBF50420 enables accurate blending at the push of a button. Additionally, its intelligent technology adapts the blending according to your choice.
Q: Can I blend hot liquids in this blender?
Ans: Yes, the pitcher has a vent to ensure that warm ingredients, including soups, may be blended safely. However, let boiling liquids cool slightly before blending.
Q: Is the pitcher BPA-free and dishwasher-safe?
Ans: Indeed, the pitcher, lid, and vented cap are top-rack dishwasher safe and composed of BPA-free materials. To maintain sharpness and avoid wear, the blade assembly should be hand-washed.
Q: Can I use this blender to crush ice or frozen ingredients?
Ans: Of course! To easily break the ice, frozen fruits, or create smoothies, use the Frozen Drinks preset or manual high-speed mode.
Q: How do I use the manual speed control?
Ans: To change the blade speed, swipe up or down on the manual speed slider. This is perfect for jobs like cutting or emulsifying that call for precise control.
Q: Can I make nut butters or dough in this blender?
Ans: The NBF50420 isn’t meant for kneading dough, but it can handle thick mixtures like nut butter when using the manual mode on high speed. For substances that are dense, use small batches.
Q: How loud is the blender?
Ans: The NBF50420 is comparatively noisy, especially when using high settings or smashing ice, like the majority of powerful blenders. To lessen vibration noise, a pad should be placed underneath.