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Why is my unit taking so long to come to pressure? How long does it take to  

come to pressure? 

•   Cooking times may vary based on the selected temperature, current temperature  

of the cooking pot, and temperature or quantity of the ingredients.

•   Check to make sure the silicone ring is fully seated and flush against the lid. If installed 

correctly, you should be able to tug lightly on the ring to rotate it.

•   Check that the pressure lid is fully locked, and the pressure release valve is in the SEAL 

position when pressure cooking.

Why is the time counting down so slowly?

•   You may have set hours rather than minutes. When setting time, the display will show 

HH:MM and the time will increase/decrease in minute increments.

How can I tell when the unit is pressurising? 

•   The rotating lights will display on the screen to indicate the unit is building pressure.

PRE and moving lights are shown on the display screen when using the Pressure or 

Steam function .

•   This indicates the unit is building pressure or preheating when using STEAM or 

PRESSURE. When the unit has finished building pressure, your set cook time will  

begin counting down.

There is a lot of steam coming from my unit when using the Steam function .

•   It’s normal for steam to release through the pressure release valve during cooking. Leave 

the pressure release valve in the VENT position for Steam, Slow Cook, and Sear/Sauté.

Why can’t I take the pressure lid off?

•   As a safety feature, the pressure lid will not unlock until the unit is completely 

depressurised. Turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position to quick release 

the pressurised steam. A quick burst of steam will spurt out of the pressure release 

valve. When the steam is completely released, the unit will be ready to open. Turn the 

pressure lid counterclockwise, then lift the lid at an angle to prevent splatter. Do not lift 

the lid straight up.

Is the pressure release valve supposed to be loose?

•   Yes. The pressure release valve’s loose fit is intentional; it enables a quick and easy 

transition between SEAL and VENT and helps regulate pressure by releasing small 

amounts of steam during cooking to ensure great results. Please make sure it is turned 

as far as possible toward the SEAL position when pressure cooking and as far as 

possible toward the VENT position when quick releasing.

The unit is hissing and not reaching pressure .

•   Make sure the pressure release valve is turned to the SEAL position. If you’ve done this 

and still hear a loud hissing noise, it may indicate the silicone seal is not fully in place. 

Press START/STOP to stop cooking, VENT as necessary, and remove the pressure lid. 

Press down on the silicone ring, ensuring it is fully inserted and lies flat under the ring 

rack. Once fully installed, you should be able to tug lightly on the ring to rotate it.

The unit is counting up rather than down .

•   The cooking cycle is complete and the unit is in Keep Warm mode.

How long does the unit take to depressurize?

•   The time it takes to release pressure depends on the quantity of food in the unit and 

can vary from recipe to recipe. Always ensure the float valve has dropped before trying 

to remove the lid. If the unit is taking longer than normal to depressurize, unplug the 

unit and wait until the float valve drops before removing the lid.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

“ADD POT” error message appears on display screen .

•   Cooking pot is not inside the cooker base. Cooking pot is required for all functions.

“OTHR LID” error message appears on display screen and lid icon flashes .

•   The incorrect lid is installed for your desired cooking function. Install the pressure lid to 

use the Pressure, Slow Cook, Yoghurt, Steam, or Keep Warm functions.

“SHUT LID” error message appears on display screen .

•  The crisping lid is open and needs to be closed for the selected function to start.

“TURN LID” error message appears on display screen .

•  The pressure lid is not fully installed. Turn the pressure clockwise until it clicks to use the
 

Pressure, Slow Cook, Yoghurt, Steam, and Keep Warm functions.

“OPEN VENT” error message appears on display screen .

•   When set to Slow Cook or Sear/Sauté, and the unit senses pressure building up, this 

message indicates the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position. 

•   Turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position and leave it there for the remainder 

of the cooking function.

•   If you do not turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position within 5 minutes, the 

program will cancel and the unit will shut off.

“ADD WATR” error message appears on display screen when using the Steam function .

•   The water level is too low. Add more water to the unit for the function to continue.

“ADD WATR” error message appears on display screen when using the Pressure function .

•   Add more liquid to the cooking pot before restarting the pressure cook cycle.
•   Make sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position. 
•   Make sure the silicone ring is installed correctly.

“ERR” message appears .

•   The unit is not functioning properly. Please contact Customer Service at 

02 8801 7666 

(AU)

 or 0800 112 660 

(NZ).

Summary of Contents for Foodi MAX OP500ANZ

Page 1: ...OP500ANZ INSTRUCTIONS AU ninjakitchen com au NZ ninjakitchen co nz ...

Page 2: ...g Removing the Pressure Lid 16 Natural Pressure Release vs Quick Pressure Release 16 Pressurising 16 Using the Cooking Functions with the Pressure Lid 18 Pressure Cook 18 Steam 19 Slow Cook 20 Yoghurt 20 Sear Sauté 21 Accessories for Purchase 22 Cleaning Maintenance 23 Cleaning Dishwasher Hand Washing 23 Removing Reinstalling the Silicone Ring 23 Troubleshooting Guide 24 Helpful Tips 26 Replacemen...

Page 3: ...wing a Ninja Foodi recipe 15 DO NOT cover the air intake vent air exhaust vent or electrical socket while crisping lid is closed Doing so will prevent even cooking and may damage the unit or cause it to overheat 16 To prevent risk of explosion and injury use only SharkNinja silicone rings Make certain silicone ring is installed and lid is properly closed before operating DO NOT use if torn or dama...

Page 4: ... Release Valve slowly to the VENT position to release steam Take care to avoid contact with the releasing steam to avoid burns or injury When steam is completely released the float valve will be in the lower position allowing the lid to be removed If steam does not release when the pressure release valve is moved to vent unplug the unit from the wall and let the unit naturally release pressure 44 ...

Page 5: ...og Cap O Air Outlet Vent P Condensation Collector A C D E F G H I M N Underside of Pressure Lid B 2 TIER REVERSIBLE RACK 1 Place the reversible rack in the pot in the lower position 2 Drop the lower rack through the reversible rack handles COOK CRISPTM BASKET 1 To remove diffuser for cleaning pull 2 diffuser fins off the groove on the basket then pull down firmly 2 To assemble the Cook Crisp Baske...

Page 6: ...d start counting up Keep Warm will stay on for 12 hours or you may press KEEP WARM to turn it off Keep Warm mode is not intended to warm food from a cold state but to keep it warm at a food safe temperature OPERATING BUTTONS FUNCTION Press FUNCTION then use the START STOP dial to choose a cooking function TEMP Press TEMP then use the START STOP dial to adjust the cooking temperature and or pressur...

Page 7: ...Place either the Cook Crisp Basket or reversible rack in the pot Basket should have diffuser attached 2 Add ingredients to the Cook Crisp Basket or reversible rack Close the lid 3 Press FUNCTION then turn the START STOP dial to select AIR CRISP The default temperature setting will display Press TEMP then turn the dial to choose a temperature between 150 C and 200 C 4 Press TIME then turn the START...

Page 8: ...to adjust the cook time in 15 minute increments up to 12 hours 5 Close the lid and press START STOP to begin dehydrating 6 When cook time is complete the unit will beep and display DONE NOTE For five levels of capacity use the Dehydrator Stand sold separately directly in the cooking pot GRILL Bake Roast 1 Add ingredients and any accessories to the pot Close the lid 2 Press FUNCTION then turn the S...

Page 9: ...you can switch to quick release by turning the pressure release valve to the VENT position NOTE It can take upwards of 20 minutes to build pressure PRESSURISING As pressure builds in the unit the control panel will display PRE Time to pressure varies based on the amount and temperature of ingredients as well as liquid in the pot For safety the lid will lock as the unit pressurises and it will not ...

Page 10: ...n cooking rice beans or other ingredients that expand DO NOT fill the pot more than halfway NOTE After cooking is complete you may press KEEP WARM to turn the Keep Warm mode off NOTE If running for less than 1 hour the clock will count down by minutes and seconds If running for more than 1 hour the clock will count down by minutes only GRILL GRILL NOTE Time to pressure varies and may take up to 15...

Page 11: ... position NOTE ALWAYS use nonstick utensils in the cooking pot DO NOT use metal utensils as they will scratch the nonstick coating on the pot NOTE There is no time adjustment available when using the Sear Sauté function GRILL Yoghurt 1 Add desired amount of milk to the pot 2 Install the pressure lid and turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position 3 Press FUNCTION then turn the START STOP ...

Page 12: ...en com au or ninjakitchen co nz NEVER pull out the silicone ring with excessive force as this may deform it and the rack and affect the pressure sealing function A silicone ring with cracks cuts or other damage should be replaced immediately Ninja offers a variety of accessories custom made for your Ninja Foodi Max Multi Cooker Visit ninjakitchen com au or ninjakitchen co nz to expand your capabil...

Page 13: ...e pressure release valve is turned to the SEAL position If you ve done this and still hear a loud hissing noise it may indicate the silicone seal is not fully in place Press START STOP to stop cooking VENT as necessary and remove the pressure lid Press down on the silicone ring ensuring it is fully inserted and lies flat under the ring rack Once fully installed you should be able to tug lightly on...

Page 14: ...arm food safe temperature after cooking To prevent food from drying out we recommend keeping the lid closed and using this function just before serving To reheat food use the Air Crisp function HELPFUL TIPS To order additional parts and accessories visit ninjakitchen com au or ninjakitchen co nz or contact Customer Service at 02 8801 7666 AU or 0800 112 660 NZ REPLACEMENT PARTS PRODUCT REGISTRATIO...

Page 15: ...rs Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Replacement i...

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