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Ninja CM401 User Manual

Ninja CM401
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21 ALWAYS place a vessel beneath
the brew basket to receive the
brewed coee.
22 Scalding may occur if brew basket is
opened during a brew or clean cycle.
23 DO NOT remove the vessel while
the appliance is running without the
Drip Stop in the closed position.
Return the vessel quickly and open
the Drip Stop to continue the brew.
24 DO NOT fill water reservoir with
anything other than water, as other
liquids may damage your brewer.
25 DO NOT overfill the water reservoir.
Fill water only to the Max Fill line.
26 DO NOT run the appliance without water.
27 Exceeding maximum brew basket
capacity may cause overflow. DO NOT
use fine or espresso ground coee.
Glass Carafe
28 The carafe is designed for use with this
appliance only. DO NOT place carafe on
or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or
in a heated oven.
29 DO NOT set a hot carafe on a wet
or cold surface.
30 DO NOT use a cracked or scratched
carafe or a carafe that has a loose or
weakened handle.
31 DO NOT clean carafe with abrasive
cleaners, steel wool pads, or other
abrasive materials.
32 DO NOT place carafe in microwave.
33 DO NOT expose carafe to extreme
temperature changes.
34 DO NOT drink directly from the carafe.
Liquid from the carafe may be very hot.
35 DO NOT use the carafe to store food
when not in use.
36 Ensure the carafe is completely empty
before starting a cleaning or brewing
cycle. Starting a cycle with water,
coee, or tea in the carafe will cause
an overflow.
Care & Maintenance
37 Allow the appliance to cool before
removing any parts and before cleaning.
38 To prevent illness from bacterial growth
in the appliance, follow all cleaning
instructions in the Care & Maintenance
section of this Owner’s Guide.
39 Clean the system on a weekly basis.
40 If the product is not operating
properly, visit ninjakitchen.com or
contact SharkNinja Operating LLC for
examination, repair, or adjustment. Any
servicing needs shall be performed by
an authorized service provider.
41 Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are
older than 8 and supervised.
Cord Statement
42 A short power-supply cord is provided
to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.
43 DO NOT use extension cords with
this product.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE • HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Read all instructions before using your NINJA® SPECIALTY COFFEE MAKER.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury, death, or damage when using
this appliance, follow these basic safety
precautions.
General Precautions
1 This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
2 To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). As a safety
feature, this plug will fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. DO NOT force into outlet or
try to modify to fit.
3 Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children less than 8 years.
4 To eliminate a choking hazard for
young children, remove and discard the
protective cover fitted on the power plug
of this appliance.
5 Children shall not play with the appliance.
6 To protect against fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, DO NOT immerse cord,
plugs, or body of machine in water or
other liquid.
7 NEVER carry the appliance by the
power cord or pull it to disconnect from
electrical socket; instead grasp the plug
and pull to disconnect.
8 DO NOT operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Contact SharkNinja Operating LLC
for service.
9 For household and work top use only.
DO NOT let the power cord hang over
the edge, or touch hot surfaces such
as the stove.
10 NEVER use socket below counter.
11 To avoid risk of fire, electrical shock, or
damage to the unit, DO NOT store or
use unit in an appliance garage or
under a wall cabinet.
12 Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning.
13 Turn o and allow to cool before putting
on or taking o parts, and before
cleaning the appliance.
Operating Notice
14 The use of an accessory not
recommended by the manufacturer
may create an overflow condition and
scalding hazard, or result in fire, electric
shock, or personal injury.
15 ALWAYS use appliance on a clean, dry,
level surface.
16 DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven.
17 DO NOT use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use.
18 DO NOT use outdoors.
19 DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
20 To avoid contact with steam and hot
surfaces, DO NOT reach across top
of brewer to froth.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Indicates to read and review
instructions to understand operation
and use of product.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that
can cause personal injury, death of sub-
stantial property damage if the warning
include with this symbol is ignored.
Indicates risk of fire or electric shock,
presence of live parts, dangerous voltage.
Take care to avoid contact with hot
surface. Always use hand protection
to avoid burns
For Indoor and household use only.
WARNING:
Risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not remove bottom cover

Table of Contents

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Ninja CM401 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model NumberCM401
Carafe TypeGlass
Water Reservoir Capacity50 oz
Built-in FrotherYes
Fold-Away FrotherYes
ProgrammableYes
Programmable Delay BrewYes
Auto Shut-OffYes
Mid-Brew PauseYes
Pause and ServeYes
Water FiltrationNo
MaterialPlastic, Glass
Brewing TechnologyThermal Flavor Extraction
ColorBlack
Brew TypesClassic, Rich, Over Ice, Specialty

Summary

Important Safety Safeguards

General Precautions

General safety precautions for using the coffee maker, including child safety and electrical hazards.

Operating Notice

Precautions for operating the coffee maker, such as surface safety and brew basket usage.

Glass Carafe Safety

Specific warnings and instructions for handling and cleaning the glass carafe.

Care & Maintenance Safety

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the appliance to prevent illness and ensure proper function.

Power Cord Safety

Information regarding the power cord, including risks of entanglement and use of extension cords.

Product Parts Identification

Coffee Maker Unit (a)

The main coffee maker unit, including the power cord and storage.

Showerhead (b)

The component responsible for distributing water over the coffee grounds.

Integrated Frother (c)

The built-in frothing mechanism for creating milk foam.

Frother Whisk (d)

The detachable whisk attachment for the integrated frother.

Swinging Brew Basket (e)

The part that swings out to hold the filter and coffee grounds.

Control Panel (f)

The interface for controlling the coffee maker's functions and settings.

Single-Serve Cup Platform (g)

A platform to adjust height for brewing single cups.

Ninja Smart Scoop™ (h)

The included scoop for measuring coffee grounds.

Water Reservoir Components (i, j)

The lid and removable container for holding water.

Filter Holder System (k, l)

Holder for filters and the reusable permanent filter.

Glass Carafe and Lid (m, n)

The glass carafe for brewing and its brew-through lid.

Intelligent Warming Plate (o)

The plate that keeps brewed coffee warm.

Control Panel Functions

Programmable Digital Clock (1)

The digital display for setting and viewing time.

Hour & Minute Adjustment Buttons (2)

Buttons used to adjust the clock and other time-based settings.

Stay Warm Indicator/Button (3)

Indicates when the warming plate is active and allows manual control.

Delay Brew Function (4)

Button to set a future brew time.

Multi-Serve Size Selection (5)

Dial to select the desired brew volume size.

Custom Brew Style Selection (6)

Options for selecting brew styles like Classic, Rich, and Over Ice.

Specialty Brew Function (7)

Option for Specialty Brew, offering a concentrated coffee experience.

Drip Stop Indicator Status (8)

Indicates the status of the drip stop feature.

Intelligent Clean Cycle Indicator/Button (9)

Alerts when cleaning is needed and initiates the cleaning cycle.

Power On/Off Button (10)

Button to turn the coffee maker on and off.

SCA Certification Explained

High-Altitude Calibration Brew

Initial Setup and Priming

Priming Your Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker

Instructions for the initial priming process using water cycles.

Brew Volumes and Coffee Measurement

Understanding Brew Volumes

Explains the output volume for various brew sizes and styles.

Measuring Coffee Grounds

Guidance on using the Ninja Smart Scoop™ and tablespoons for coffee measurement.

Using the Brew Basket

Drip Stop Operation

Pouring Mid-Brew with Drip Stop

How to use the drip stop to pour a cup mid-brew.

Closing Drip Stop After Brewing

Instructions on closing the drip stop once brewing is complete.

Warming Plate and Stay Warm Functionality

Intelligent Warming Plate Operation

Details on how the warming plate operates and its features.

Manual Stay Warm Button Control

How to manually turn the warming plate on or off.

Adjusting Warming Plate Time & Temperature

Custom Brew Style Selection

Classic and Rich Brew Methods

How to select and brew Classic or Rich coffee styles.

Over Ice Brewing Method

Instructions for brewing coffee over ice for a chilled beverage.

Specialty Brew and Milk Frothing

Brewing Specialty Coffee

Steps for brewing the concentrated Specialty Brew.

Frothing Milk Guide

Guide on how to froth milk using the integrated frother.

Delay Brew Functionality

Care and Maintenance Procedures

Daily Cleaning After Each Brew

Daily cleaning tasks to perform after each use.

Cleaning the Water Reservoir

How to clean the water reservoir.

Cleaning the Glass Carafe

Recommended methods for cleaning the glass carafe.

Comprehensive Cleaning & Descaling

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Sediment in Coffee

Tips to reduce sediment in the brewed coffee.

Adjusting Coffee Strength

Advice on how to achieve stronger or milder coffee brews.

Brew Cycle Speed and Overflow Issues

Information on brew times and causes/solutions for overflow.

Leaking and Cleaning Indicator Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for leaks and the clean light indicator.

Understanding Display Messages

Explanations for messages and error codes displayed on the unit.

Ninja One-Year Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Specifies the parts and conditions covered by the warranty.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists exclusions from the warranty coverage.

Obtaining Service and Warranty Claims

Instructions on how to get service and initiate a warranty claim.

Impact of State Law on Warranty

Information on how state laws affect warranty rights.

Ordering Replacement Parts

Product Registration Process

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