FG550

Series

OWNER’S GUIDE

SMART XL GRILL

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THANK YOU
for purchasing the Ninja® Foodi™ Smart XL Grill CONTENTS

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting to Know the Ninja® Foodi™ Smart XL Grill . . . . . . . . . . 7
Function Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operating Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before First Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE
Using the Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
registeryourninja.com Splatter Shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
GrillControl Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Scan QR code using mobile device Batch Grilling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Foodi Smart Thermometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the Thermometer in Different Cooking Scenarios. . 10
RECORD THIS INFORMATION TIP: You can find the model and serial How to Correctly Insert the Thermometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
numbers on the QR code label on the Cooking Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Model Number: ����������������� Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
back of the unit by the power cord.
Serial Number: ������������������ Air Crisp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Roast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Date of Purchase: ����������������
Bake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
(Keep receipt)
Dehydrate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Store of Purchase: ��������������� Broil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Cleaning the Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Watts: 1760W
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always

be followed, including the following:

WARNING
1  o eliminate a choking hazard for
T 10 DO NOT use the appliance if there is 20 DO NOT touch accessories during or 25 Should a grease fire occur or the
young children, discard all packaging damage to the power cord or plug. immediately after cooking. The grill unit emits black smoke, unplug
materials immediately upon unpacking. Regularly inspect the appliance grate and basket becomes extremely immediately. Wait for smoking
and power cord. If the appliance hot during the cooking process. Avoid to stop before removing any
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 his appliance can be used by persons
malfunctions or has been damaged in physical contact while removing cooking accessories.
with reduced physical, sensory
any way, immediately stop use and call the accessory from the appliance.
or mental capabilities or lack of 26 Please refer to the Cleaning &
Customer Service. To prevent burns or personal injury
experience and knowledge if they have Maintenance section for regular
ALWAYS use care when interfacing
been given supervision or instruction 11 NEVER use outlet below maintenance of the appliance.
with product. Recommend use of long
concerning use of the appliance in a countertop surface.
handed utensil and protective hot pads 27 
To disconnect, turn unit to “off”, then
safe way and understand the hazards
12 DO NOT place appliance and let cord or insulated oven mitts. unplug from socket when not in use
involved.
hang over edges of tables, counters or and before cleaning.
21 DO NOT use this appliance for
3 
Keep the appliance and its cord out of touch hot surfaces.
deep-frying. 28 Allow to cool before cleaning,
reach of children. DO NOT allow the
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 nly use recommended accessories dissasembly, putting in or taking off
appliance to be used by children. Close 22 DO NOT place hands near Foodi™
included with this appliance or parts and storage.
supervision is necessary when used Smart Thermometer cord when in
authorized by SharkNinja. The use
near children. use to prevent burning or scalding. 29 DO NOT clean with metal scouring
of accessories or attachments not
pads. Pieces can break off the pad and
4 
This appliance is for household use recommended by SharkNinja may 23 
The Foodi Smart Thermometer
touch electrical parts, creating a risk of
only. DO NOT use this appliance for cause a risk of fire or injury. does NOT replace an external
electric shock.
anything other than its intended use. food thermometer.
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 efore placing any accessory into the
DO NOT use in moving vehicles or 30 Cleaning and user maintenance shall
cooker, ensure they are clean and dry. 24 To prevent possible illness, ALWAYS
boats. DO NOT use outdoors. Misuse not be made by children.
use an external food thermometer to
may cause injury. 15 DO NOT use the appliance without the
check that your food is cooked to the 31 
DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or
removable cooking pot and splatter
5 
Ensure the surface is level, clean recommended temperatures. electric burner or in a heated oven.
shield installed.
and dry. DO NOT place the appliance 32 Extreme caution must be used when
near the edge of a countertop 16 ALWAYS ensure hood is fully closed
moving an appliance containing hot oil
during operation. before operating.
or other hot liquids.
6 ALWAYS ensure the appliance is 17 DO NOT move the appliance when
properly assembled before use. in use.
7 W
 hen using this appliance, provide 18 DO NOT cover the air intake vent or
at least 6 inches (15.25 cm) of air outlet vent while unit is operating.
space above and on all sides for Doing so will prevent even cooking
air circulation. and may damage the unit or cause it
to overheat.
8 DO NOT use an extension cord. A Indicates to read and review instructions to understand operation and use of product.
short power-supply cord is used to 19 D
 O NOT touch hot surfaces. Appliance
reduce the risk of children grabbing surfaces are hot during and after Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury, death or
the cord or becoming entangled and operation. To prevent burns or personal substantial property damage if the warning included with this symbol is ignored.
to reduce the risk of people tripping injury, ALWAYS use protective hot pads
over a longer cord. or insulated oven mitts and use available Take care to avoid contact with hot surface. Always use hand protection to
handles and knobs. avoid burns.
9 
To protect against electrical shock DO
NOT immerse cord, plugs, or main unit
housing in water or other liquid. For indoor and household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 GETTING TO KNOW THE
PARTS NINJA® FOODI™ SMART XL GRILL

Double-sided
Grill Grate Cleaning Brush
NOTE: Not all functions included in each model.

FUNCTION BUTTONS MANUAL button Switches the display screen

GRILL Grill indoors while creating even so you can manually set the thermometer
char, grill marks, and grilled flavor. internal doneness. Manual button does not
work with Dehydrate function.
Crisper Basket AIR CRISP For crispiness and crunch with
Foodi™ Smart little to no oil. PRESET button Switches the display
Thermometer screen so you can set the thermometer,
BAKE Bake cakes, treats, desserts, and more. food type, and internal doneness based
ROAST Tenderize meats, roast vegetables, on the preset temperatures. Preset button
and more. does not work with Dehydrate function.
DEHYDRATE Dehydrate meats, fruits,
NOTE: To adjust the temperature or time
Cooking Pot and vegetables for healthy snacks.
during cooking, press the up and down
BROIL Add the crispy finishing touch to arrows. The unit will then resume at
meals or melt cheese on sandwiches. those settings.

OPERATING BUTTONS START/STOP button After selecting

Removable temperature and time, press the
Splatter Shield POWER button Once the unit is
plugged in, press the power button to START/STOP button to begin cooking.
turn on the unit. Pressing it during cooking Standby Mode If there has been no
stops the current cooking function and interaction with the control panel for
turns off the unit. 10 minutes and the unit is not cooking,
Left arrows Use the up and down the unit will go into Standby Mode and
Hood arrows to the left of the display to adjust the control panel will dim.
the cooking temperature in any function Preheat If the unit is preheating, it will
or to set the internal doneness when using be indicated by a progress bar on the
PRESET and MANUAL buttons. display screen and the PREHEAT button
Main Unit Right arrows Use the up and down will illuminate. To turn off Preheat, press
(power cord arrows to the right of the display to set the the PREHEAT button while the grill is in
not shown) food type when using PRESET or to adjust preheat state. ADD FOOD will display.
the cook time when not cooking with the
Foodi Smart Thermometer.

Control
Panel
BEFORE FIRST USE
Onboard
Thermometer 1 Remove all packaging material, promotional labels, and tape from the unit.
Storage 2 Remove all accessories from the package and read this manual carefully. Please pay
particular attention to operational instructions, warnings, and important safeguards
to avoid any injury or property damage.
3 Wash the grill grate, splatter shield, crisper basket, thermometer, cleaning brush, and cooking pot
NOTE: Additional accessories are available for purchase at ninjaaccessories.com. in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. All accessories, except the thermometer,
are dishwasher safe. NEVER clean the main unit or thermometer in the dishwasher.

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SPLATTER SHIELD GRILLCONTROL TECHNOLOGY USING THE FOODI™ 4 Press PRESET and use the arrows to the
Located on the underside of the hood, the When using the Grill function, you will need SMART THERMOMETER right of the display to select your desired
splatter shield keeps the heating element to select the grill grate temperature setting. food type and the arrows to the left of
clean. ALWAYS ensure the splatter shield is Below are recommended temperature the display to set the internal doneness
IMPORTANT: DO NOT place hands near of your food (Rare through Well).
installed when cooking. Failure to use the levels for common ingredients. Foodi Smart Thermometer cord when in
splatter shield will result in oil buildup on the use to prevent burning or scalding.
heating element, which can cause smoking. LO MED HI MAX NOTE: Cooking different meats or the
(400°F) (450°F) (500°F) (up to 510°F)
sames ones to different doneness? Refer to
Removing the splatter shield • Bacon • Frozen • Steaks • Veggies Before First Use the next page for details on programming.
meats
Remove the splatter shield for cleaning after • Sausages • Chicken • Fruit Make sure the thermometer jack is free of
• When • M arinated/ • Burgers • Pizzas any residue and the cord is free of knots
every use. Once the splatter shield has sauced
using before plugging it into the jack.
cooled completely, remove it by pushing the thick BBQ meats • Hot dogs • F
 resh/
frozen
upper left tab toward the back of the hood. sauce • M eat
seafood
This will release the splatter shield, allowing kebabs 1 
Pull the thermometer storage compartment
• Veggie
you to remove it. Kebabs
on the right side of the unit outward. Then
unwind the cord from the compartment to
If selecting the MANUAL button, use the below
remove the thermometer.
Press Tab recommended internal cook temperatures.
NOTE: For less smoke, we recommend 2 
Plug the thermometer into the jack.
using canola, coconut, avocado, Push firmly on the plug until it cannot
grapeseed, or vegetable oil instead of go into the jack any further. Place the FOOD TYPE: SET DONENESS TO:
olive oil. Heating oil past its smoke point storage compartment back onto the side
can impart food with a burnt, acrid flavor. of the unit. Fish Medium (130°F)
Medium Well (140°F)

NOTE: The unit may produce smoke when Well Done (150°F)
cooking ingredients on a hotter setting Chicken/Turkey Well Done (165°F)
than what is recommended. For more
cooking charts, refer to your Inspiration Pork Medium (130°F)
Guide or visit ninjakitchen.com. Medium Well (150°F)
Well Done (160°F)
Installing the splatter shield Switching to Grill after
To install, insert the splatter shield so the using another function Beef/Lamb Rare (115°F)
grooves on the splatter shield ring match If the unit is already warm from using a
3 Once the thermometer is plugged into Medium Rare (125°F)
those of the fixed heat shield ring notch different function, “ADD FOOD” may appear
the jack, it will enable and illuminate the Medium (130°F)
on the right. Then gently push the splatter on the screen immediately. We recommend
PRESET and MANUAL thermometer
shield upward until it clicks into the tab on allowing the grill grate to heat up for at least Medium Well (145°F)
buttons. Select the desired cook function
the left side. 6 minutes before placing ingredients on it.
(e.g., Grill) and cook temperature. Well Done (150°F)
Batch grilling
When grilling more than two consecutive
Heat Shield batches of food, it is recommended NOTE: Reference USDA guidelines for
Ring Notch that you empty the fat/oil from the food-safe temperature recommendations.
removable cooking pot. It is also HIGHLY
recommended to clean the splatter shield
in between uses. This will help prevent
grease from burning and causing smoke. NOTE: Set doneness for BEEF/LAMB are
lower than normal recommendations as
If you would like to skip the Preheat unit will carry-over cook 10-15°F.
process, press the PREHEAT button.
NOTE: There is no need to set a cook
time, as the unit will automatically turn 5 Place the accessory required for your
off the heating element and alert you selected cook function in the unit and
when your food has finished cooking. close the hood. Press START/STOP to
begin preheating.

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6 While the unit is preheating, insert USING THE THERMOMETER IN HOW TO CORRECTLY INSERT THE THERMOMETER
the thermometer horizontally into the DIFFERENT COOKING SCENARIOS:
center of the thickest part of the piece
of protein. Refer to the chart on the Cooking 2 or more proteins of the same
adjacent page on further thermometer size to different levels of doneness: FOOD TYPE: PLACEMENT CORRECT INCORRECT
placement instructions. • Set the Preset feature to the highest
desired level of doneness. Steaks • Insert thermometer
7 When the unit has preheated and horizontally into the
• Insert the thermometer in the protein with Pork chops
“ADD FOOD” appears on the screen, center of the thickest
open the hood, place food with inserted the higher desried level of doneness. Lamb chops
• After preheating, place proteins inside part of the meat.
thermometer in the unit, and close the Chicken breasts
the grill. When the lower desired level of •M  ake sure the
hood over the thermometer cord. Burgers
doneness is reached, remove the protein thermometer is close to
without thermometer. Tenderloins (but not touching) the
• Continue cooking the remaining protein Fish fillets bone and away from any
until the next desired level of doneness fat or gristle.
is reached. •M  ake sure the tip of the
thermometer is inserted
Cooking 2 or more proteins
straight into the center
of different sizes:
of the meat, not angled
• Insert thermometer in the smaller protein
toward the bottom or
Correct thermometer placement. and use the Preset feature to choose the
top of it.
Thermometer grip is fully inside unit. level of doneness.
• When that protein is done cooking, NOTE: The thickest
8 The progress bar at the top of the remove it from the unit. part of the fillet may
display will track doneness. Flashing • Using oven mitts, transfer thermometer not be the center. It is
doneness indicates progression to to the larger protein and use the arrows important that the end
that doneness. to the left of the display to choose its of the thermometer hits
level of doneness. this area so that desired
results are achieved.
Cooking 2 or more different types
9 The unit will automatically stop when of protein:
desired doneness is almost reached, as Whole chicken • Insert thermometer
• Insert thermometer in the protein with
it accounts for carry-over cooking, and horizontally into the
the lower desired level of doneness.
“GET FOOD” will display on the screen. thickest part of the
• Use the Manual feature to choose the breast, parallel to, but
10 Transfer the protein to a plate while “REST” desired internal temperature.
displays on the screen. Thermometer does not touching, the bone.
not need to still be inserted. The protein • When that protein is done cooking, • Make sure the tip
will continue to carry-over cook to your remove it from the unit. reaches the center of
set doneness, which will take about • Using oven mitts, transfer thermometer to the thickest part of the
3–5 minutes. This is an important step, as the other protein and use the Manual feature breast and doesn’t go
not resting could lead to results looking to choose the desired internal temperature. all the way through the
“less” cooked. Carry-over cook times breast into the cavity.
can vary based on size of protein, cut
of protein, and type of protein.
NOTE: DO NOT use the thermometer with frozen protein or for cuts of meat thinner
NOTE: The thermometer will be HOT. than 1 inch.
Use either oven mitts or tongs to take
the thermometer out of the protein.

NOTE: To check the internal temperature

of other pieces of protein, press and hold
MANUAL and insert the thermometer
into each piece of meat.

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COOKING FUNCTIONS 4 Press START/STOP to begin preheating. Air Crisp

The progress bar will begin illuminating. NOTE: While preheating is strongly
Plug in the unit and press the power 1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the
It will take approximately 10 minutes for recommended for best results, you can
button to turn it on. indent on the pot aligned with the bump
the unit to preheat. skip it by pressing the PREHEAT button.
on the main unit. Place the crisper basket
“ADD FOOD” will appear on the display.
Grill in the pot. Ensure the splatter shield is in
Open the hood and place ingredients
1 Place the cooking pot in the unit with place, then close the hood.
in the crisper basket. Once the hood is
the indent on the pot aligned with the closed, cooking will begin and the timer
bump on the main unit. Then place the will start counting down.
grill grate in the pot with the handles
facing up. Ensure the splatter shield is 5 When preheating is complete, the unit will
in place, then close the hood. 5 When preheating is complete, the unit beep and “ADD FOOD” will appear on
will beep and “ADD FOOD” will appear the display.
on the display.

2 Press the AIR CRISP button. The

default temperature setting will display.
Use the set of arrows to the left of the 6 Open the hood and place ingredients
6 Open the hood and place ingredients on display to adjust the temperature up in the crisper basket. Once the hood is
the grill grate. Once the hood is closed, to 400°F. closed, cooking will begin and the timer
cooking will begin and the timer will will start counting down.
start counting down.
NOTE: If you are using the thermometer,
refer to the Using the Foodi™ Smart NOTE: To check your food’s internal
Thermometer section. NOTE: To use the thermometer just to doneness, press MANUAL for 2 seconds
check your food’s internal doneness, and the food’s internal temperature will
press MANUAL for 2 seconds and the appear on the screen. Press and hold
2 Press the GRILL button. The default food’s internal temperature will appear button again to exit mode.
temperature setting will display. Use the on the screen. Press and hold button 3 Use the set of arrows to the right of
set of arrows to the left of the display to again to exit mode. the display to adjust the cook time, in
adjust the temperature up to MAX. 1-minute increments, up to 1 hour, or, if 7 For best results, we recommend
using the thermometer, refer to Using the shaking ingredients frequently. When
7 When cook time is complete, the unit will you open the hood, the unit will pause.
beep and END will appear on the display. Foodi™ Smart Thermometer section.
Use silicone-tipped tongs or oven
mitts to shake the basket. When done,
replace the basket and close the hood.
Cooking will automatically resume after
hood is closed.
3 Use the set of arrows to the right of
the display to adjust the cook time, in
1-minute increments, up to 30 minutes, 4 Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
or, if using the thermometer, refer to the NOTE: If batch cooking, refer to page 8 The progress bar will begin illuminating.
instructions on previous pages. for instructions. It will take approximately 3 minutes for
the unit to preheat.

8 When cook time is complete, the unit will

beep and END will appear on the display.

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Roast 4 Press START/STOP to begin preheating. Bake

The progress bar will begin illuminating. It NOTE: While preheating is strongly
1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the 1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the recommended for best results, you can
indent on the pot aligned with the bump will take approximately 3 minutes for the indent on the pot aligned with the bump
unit to preheat. skip it by pressing the PREHEAT button.
on the main unit. Ensure the splatter on the main unit. Ensure the splatter “ADD FOOD” will appear on the display.
shield is in place, then close the hood. shield is in place, then close the hood. Open the hood and place ingredients
in the crisper basket. Once the hood is
closed, cooking will begin and the timer
will start counting down.

5 When preheating is complete, the unit

NOTE: While preheating is strongly will beep and “ADD FOOD” will appear
recommended for best results, you can on the display.
skip it by pressing the PREHEAT button.
“ADD FOOD” will appear on the display.
Open the hood and place ingredients
in the cooking pot. Once the hood is
2 Press the ROAST button. The default closed, cooking will begin and the timer 2 Press the BAKE button. The default
temperature setting will display. Use the will start counting down. temperature setting will display. Use the
set of arrows to the left of the display set of arrows to the left of the display
to adjust the temperature up to 425°F. to adjust the temperature up to 400°F. 6 Open the hood and add ingredients
5 When preheating is complete, the unit to the pot or set the bake pan directly
will beep and “ADD FOOD” will appear in the pot, and close the hood to start
on the display. cooking. Once the hood is closed,
cooking will begin and the timer will
start counting down.

NOTE: Convert traditional oven recipes by NOTE: Convert traditional oven recipes by
reducing the temperature by 25°F. Check reducing the temperature by 25°F. Check
6 Open the hood and place ingredients food frequently to avoid overcooking. Bake pan
food frequently to avoid overcooking. in the pot. Once the hood is closed,
not included

cooking will begin and the timer will

3 Use the set of arrows to the right of the start counting down. 3 Use the set of arrows to the right of the
display to adjust the cook time, in 1-minute display to adjust the cook time, in 1-minute
increments up to 1 hour and 5-minute increments, up to 1 hour and in 5-minutes
NOTE: To use the thermometer just to increments from 1 to 2 hours, or, if using
increments from 1 to 4 hours, or, if using check your food’s internal doneness,
the thermometer, refer to the Using the the thermometer, refer to Using the
press MANUAL for 2 seconds and the Foodi™ Smart Thermometer section. NOTE: To use the thermometer to just
Foodi™ Smart Thermometer section. food’s internal temperature will appear check your food’s internal doneness,
on the screen. Press and hold button press MANUAL for 2 seconds and the
again to exit mode. food’s internal temperature will appear
on the screen. Press and hold button
again to exit mode.
7 When cook time is complete, the unit will
beep and END will appear on the display.
7 When cook time is complete, the unit will
4 Press START/STOP to begin preheating. beep and END will appear on the display.
The progress bar will begin illuminating. It
will take approximately 3 minutes for the
unit to preheat.

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Dehydrate (Not available on all models) Broil (Not available on all models) • “Add Food” appears on the control panel display.
1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the 1 Place cooking pot in the unit with the The unit has completed preheating and it is now time to add your ingredients.
indent on the pot aligned with the bump indent on the pot aligned with the bump • “Shut Lid” appears on the control panel display.
on the main unit. Place a single layer of on the main unit. Place ingredients in the The hood is open and needs to be closed for the selected function to start.
ingredients in the pot. Then place the pot. Ensure the splatter shield is in place, • “Plug In” appears on the control panel display.
crisper basket in the pot on top of the then close the hood.  The thermometer is not plugged into the jack on the right side of the control panel. Plug
ingredients and add another layer of the thermometer in before proceeding. Press the thermometer in until you hear a click.
ingredients to the basket. Ensure the
splatter shield is in place, then close • “PRBE ERR” appears on the control panel display.
the hood. This means the unit timed out before food reached the set internal temperature.
As a protection for the unit, it can run for only certain lengths of time at specific
temperatures.
• “E” appears on the control panel display.
 The unit is not functioning properly. Contact Customer Service at 1-877-646-5288. So we
may better assist you, please register your product online at registeryourninja.com and
2 Press the BROIL button. The default have the product on hand when you call.
temperature setting will display. Use the
set of arrows to the left of the display to • Why is my food overcooked or undercooked even though I used the thermometer?
adjust the temperature up to 500°F. It is important to insert the thermometer lengthwise into the thickest part of the
ingredient to get the most accurate reading. Make sure to allow food to rest for
3–5 minutes to complete cooking. For more information, refer to the Using the Foodi™
Smart Thermometer section.
2 Press the DEHYDRATE button. The
default temperature setting will display. • Why does the preheat progress bar not start from the beginning?
Use the set of arrows to the left of the When the unit is warm from previously being used, it will not require the full preheating time.
display to adjust the temperature up • Can I cancel or override preheating?
to 195°F. 3 Use the set of arrows to the right of the Preheating is highly recommended for best results, but you can skip it by selecting the
display to adjust the cook time, in 1-minute PREHEAT button after you press the START/STOP button.
increments up to 30 minutes, or, if using
the thermometer, refer to the Using the • Should I add my ingredients before or after preheating?
Foodi™ Smart Thermometer section. For best results, let the unit preheat before adding ingredients.
• Why is my unit emitting smoke?
When using the Grill function, always select the recommended temperature setting.
Recommended settings can be found in the Quick Start Guide and in the Inspiration
3 Use the set of arrows to the right of the
Guide. Make sure the splatter shield is installed.
display to adjust the dehydration time, in
15-minute increments, up to 12 hours. • How do I pause the unit so I can check my food?
4 Press START/STOP to begin. (The unit When the hood is opened during a cooking function, the unit will automatically pause.
does not preheat in Broil mode.) • Will the thermometer grip melt if it touches the hot grill grate?
No, the grip is made of a high-temperature silicone that can handle the Ninja® Foodi™
Smart XL Grill’s high temperatures.
NOTE: To check your food’s internal • My food is burned.
4 Press START/STOP to begin. (The unit doneness, press MANUAL for 2 seconds Do not add food until recommended preheat time is complete. For best results, check
does not preheat in Dehydrate mode.) and the food’s internal temperature will progress throughout cooking, and remove food when desired level of brownness has been
5 When dehydration time is complete, the appear on the screen. Press and hold achieved. Remove food immediately after the cook time is complete to avoid overcooking.
unit will beep and END will appear on button again to exit mode.
• Why did a circuit breaker trip while using the unit?
the display.
The unit uses 1760 watts of power, so it must be plugged into an outlet on a 15-amp
5 When cook time is complete, the unit will circuit breaker. Using an outlet on a 10-amp breaker will cause the breaker to trip. It is
beep and END will appear on the display. also important that the unit be the only appliance plugged into an outlet when in use.
To avoid tripping a breaker, make sure the unit is the only appliance plugged into an
outlet on a 15-amp breaker.
• Why does the unit have a 1–9 scale for the Beef Preset?
Perception of what a specific internal doneness looks like differs from person to person,
even restaurant to restaurant. The 1–9 scale provides a wide range of options for each
doneness level so you can customize doneness to your liking.

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CLEANING YOUR NINJA® FOODI™ SMART XL GRILL
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The unit should be cleaned thoroughly • If food residue or grease are stuck on
after every use. Always let the appliance the grill grate, splatter shield, or any The One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of
cool before cleaning. other removable part, soak in warm SharkNinja Operating LLC. Warranty coverage applies to the original owner and to the original
soapy water before cleaning. product only and is not transferable.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Keep the hood open •C
 lean the splatter shield after every use. SharkNinja warrants that the unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for
after removing your food to allow the Soaking the splatter shield overnight a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase when it is used under normal household
unit to cool quicker. will help soften the baked-on grease. conditions and maintained according to the requirements outlined in the Owner’s Guide,
After soaking, use the cleaning brush subject to the following conditions and exclusions:
•T
 he cooking pot, grill grate, crisper
basket, splatter shield, cleaning brush, to remove the grease from the stainless What is covered by this warranty?
and any other included accessories steel frame and front tabs. 1. The original unit and/or non-wearable parts deemed defective, in SharkNinja’s sole
are dishwasher safe, except the •D
 eep clean the splatter shield by discretion, will be repaired or replaced up to one (1) year from the original purchase date.
thermometer. DO NOT place the putting it in a pot of water and boiling 2. In the event a replacement unit is issued, the warranty coverage ends six (6) months
thermometer in the dishwasher. it for 10 minutes. Then, rinse with room following the receipt date of the replacement unit or the remainder of the existing
temperature water and allow to dry warranty, whichever is later. SharkNinja reserves the right to replace the unit with one
•F
 or the best dishwasher cleaning of equal or greater value.
results, we recommend rinsing the grill completely.
grate, crisper basket, splatter shield, and • To deep clean the thermometer, soak What is not covered by this warranty?
any other accessories with warm water the stainless steel tip and silicone grip in Our Customer Service Specialists are available to provide all the warranty service options
before placing them in the dishwasher. warm, soapy water. DO NOT immerse the available to you, including the possibility of upgrading to our VIP Warranty Service Options
cord or jack in water or any other liquid. for select product categories.
• If hand-washing, we recommend using
the included cleaning brush to help •T
 he FoodiTM Smart Thermometer holder 1. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts (including cooking pot, grill grate, crisper
wash the parts. Use the opposite end is handwash only. basket, splatter shield, thermometer, etc.), which require regular maintenance
and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit, are not covered by
of the cleaning brush as a scraper to
your warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase at ninjaaccessories.com.
assist with releasing baked-on sauces
or cheese. Air-dry or towel-dry all parts NOTE: NEVER use abrasive tools or 2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes
after hand-washing. cleaners. NEVER immerse the main unit 3. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling, failure to perform required
in water or any other liquid. maintenance (e.g., failure to keep the splatter shield and grease collector clean), or
NOTE: DO NOT use liquid cleaning damage due to mishandling in transit.
solution on or near the thermometer 4. Consequential and incidental damages.
jack. We recommend using compressed 5. Defects caused by repair persons not authorized by SharkNinja. These defects include
air or a cotton swab to avoid damaging damages caused in the process of shipping, altering, or repairing the SharkNinja product
the jack. (or any of its parts) when the repair is performed by a repair person not authorized
by SharkNinja.
6. Products purchased, used, or operated outside North America.
How to get service
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions
within the warranty period, visit ninjakitchen.com/support for product care and maintenance
self-help. Our Customer Service Specialists are also available at 1-877-646-5288 to assist
with product support and warranty service options, including the possibility of upgrading to
our VIP warranty service options for select product categories. So we may better assist you,
please register your product online at registeryourninja.com and have the product on hand
when you call.
SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the unit to us for repair or
replacement. A fee of $19.95 (subject to change) will be charged when SharkNinja ships the
REPLACEMENT PARTS repaired or replacement unit.
How to initiate a warranty claim
You must call 1-877-646-5288 to initiate a warranty claim. You will need the receipt as proof
To order additional parts and accessories, visit ninjaaccessories.com or contact Customer of purchase. We also ask that you register your product online at registeryourninja.com and
Service at 1-877-646-5288. So we may better assist you, please register your product have the product on hand when you call, so we may better assist you. A Customer Service
online at registeryourninja.com and have the product on hand when you call. Specialist will provide you with return and packing instruction information.
How state law applies
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary
from state to state. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

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1-877-646-5288
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therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.
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