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Can I put ice or frozen ingredients in my NutriBullet?

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Yes for ice or frozen-food blends with enough liquid in a blender that permits them; no for ice-only crushing or frozen produce in juicers, and other appliances have different ingredient limits.

If a step above directs you to our team, or you need help with an unresolved issue in this article, see our warranty article.

NutriBullet Ultra 1200

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not blend continuously for more than one minute. After multiple consecutive extraction cycles, let the contents settle for 10–15 minutes; a continuously flashing control panel means stop, unplug and cool the motor for at least 15 minutes.

NutriBullet 900 Series

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet 900 Essentials Set (AU and NZ)

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet 900 Mega Pack (AU and NZ)

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet 600 Series

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet Ultra 1000 / Ultra 1000 Premium

For Ultra 1000 Premium NB07500-1008, yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not blend continuously for more than one minute. After multiple consecutive extraction cycles, let the contents settle for 10–15 minutes; a continuously flashing control panel means stop, unplug and cool the motor for at least 15 minutes.

For the Ultra 1000 Premium NB07500-1008 cup and Rapid Extractor Blade.

NutriBullet Select 1200 / 2.0 Select 1200

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. Use HIGH for frozen fruit and vegetables or EXTRACT for a fruit-and-ice smoothie; a liquid-containing mixture is still required.
  3. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  4. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet Pro+ 1200 / Pro Plus 1200

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Limit each run to one minute. After three one-minute intervals, let the motor base cool for 2–3 minutes before continuing; let a warm cup cool before opening it. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug and cool it for at least 15 minutes.

NutriBullet Pro 1000 / 2.0 Pro 1000

For 2.0 Pro 1000 NB07100-1008DG, yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

For the 2.0 Pro 1000 NB07100-1008DG cup and easy-twist extractor blade.

NutriBullet 1000 Series

For NutriBullet 1000 Series N10-0807DG, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice up to 25% of the cup volume with liquid; never use it as an ice crusher or blend without liquid.

How do I prepare a cold smoothie?
  1. Add frozen fruit and chilled liquid, keeping the ingredients at or below the MAX line.
  2. Alternatively, use crushed ice for no more than one-quarter of the cup volume, with water or another liquid up to the MAX line.
  3. Do not blend continuously for more than one minute.

NutriBullet Turbo 1000

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not exceed three consecutive 45-second cycles; allow the contents to settle for 10–20 minutes after repeated cycles. If the blender stops after consecutive use, unplug and cool it for at least 20 minutes; if the motor has overheated under a heavy load, allow one hour.

NutriBullet 1000 Mega Pack / 1000 Series Mega Pack

For 1000 Mega Pack N10-1107AK, yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Limit each blend to one minute. Before another cycle, wait 2–3 minutes, check that the cup is no longer warm, carefully open it to release pressure, then retighten the blade. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug and cool it for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Do not use the milling blade for a frozen smoothie: it is for dry or low-moisture ingredients, with no liquid.

For the 1000 Mega Pack N10-1107AK.

NutriBullet 1200 Series / 12 Piece

Yes, with liquid. Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids, or add crushed ice up to 25% of the cup’s total volume with liquid filled to the MAX line.

How should I add ice or frozen fruit?
  • Keep crushed ice to no more than 25% of the cup’s total volume, and fill with water or another liquid to the MAX line.
  • Do not use the blender as an ice crusher. Never crush ice or other hard items without liquid, as this can dull or damage the blades over time.
  • Never run the blender without liquid or with an empty cup, as this may damage the blade.
  • Do not fill past the MAX line. Overfilling can cause leaks and dangerous pressure.
What else should I check?
  • Inspect the blades before each use.
  • Do not run the motor continuously for more than one minute.

NutriBullet 1200 Series / 10 Piece

Yes, with liquid. Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids, or add crushed ice up to 25% of the cup’s total volume with liquid filled to the MAX line.

How should I add ice or frozen fruit?
  • Keep crushed ice to no more than 25% of the cup’s total volume, and fill with water or another liquid to the MAX line.
  • Do not use the blender as an ice crusher. Never crush ice or other hard items without liquid, as this can dull or damage the blades over time.
  • Never run the blender without liquid or with an empty cup, as this may damage the blade.
  • Do not fill past the MAX line. Overfilling can cause leaks and dangerous pressure.
What else should I check?
  • Inspect the blades before each use.
  • Do not run the motor continuously for more than one minute.

NutriBullet 2.0 Pro 1200

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet 500 Series / 4 Piece

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

NutriBullet 1000 Essentials McLaren

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

How should I add ice or frozen fruit?

Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids for a cold smoothie. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume, with water or another liquid filled up to the MAX line. The blender is not an ice crusher: do not crush ice or other hard ingredients without liquid.

What should I check before blending?

Inspect the blade before every use, check that its gasket is fully seated, and screw it tightly onto the cup. Do not use a damaged seal; replace the complete blade assembly. Keep the combined contents at or below the MAX line. Buy a replacement extractor blade (Australia) or extractor blade (New Zealand).

How long can I blend?

Blend for no longer than one minute continuously. Before another one-minute cycle, let the contents settle for 2–3 minutes and make sure the cup is no longer warm. Carefully open it to release pressure, then securely refit the blade before the next cycle.

What if the motor stops?

If there is damage, a burning smell, smoke, liquid inside the electrical base or another malfunction, leave the appliance off and take your claim, with your receipt, to the place of purchase (the manufacturer warranty is 12 months from the date of purchase); do not use a cooling reset or run another test. Only if the motor has stopped without any of those warning signs, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes to reset the internal thermal breaker. This motor-cooling period is not a warm-cup opening time; let the cup cool before opening it.

NutriBullet 700 Series

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Use no more than 45 seconds per interval and never exceed three consecutive 45-second intervals. Between cycles, stop completely, let a warm cup cool, carefully open it to release pressure and wait at least one minute. If the motor stops working, unplug and cool it for one hour.

NutriBullet Select 1000 / Select 1000 with pitcher

For the Select 1000 NB07200-1007DG blending cup, yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. Use HIGH for frozen fruit and vegetables or EXTRACT for a fruit-and-ice smoothie; a liquid-containing mixture is still required.
  3. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  4. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

For Select 1000 NB07200-1007DG with its blending cup.

NutriBullet Pro+ Matte Black

Yes, with liquid. Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids, or add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume with liquid filled to the MAX line.

How do I add ice or frozen fruit?
  • For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit and chilled liquids.
  • Or add crushed ice, up to 25% of the total cup volume, with water or other liquid filled up to the MAX line.
What should I avoid?
  • It is not designed to be used as an ice crusher, or to be used without liquid.
  • Do not crush ice or other hard items without liquid. Over time this can dull or damage the blades.
  • Always inspect the blades before each use.
  • Do not go past the MAX line, and never run the motor for more than one minute at a time.

NutriBullet 600 Essentials Kit

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

For the extractor-blade cup supplied with this Essentials Kit.

NutriBullet Ultra 1200 McLaren / Club Pack

For Ultra 1200 McLaren NB07500-1206GO-MC, yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not blend continuously for more than one minute. After multiple consecutive extraction cycles, let the contents settle for 10–15 minutes; a continuously flashing control panel means stop, unplug and cool the motor for at least 15 minutes.

For Ultra 1200 McLaren NB07500-1206GO-MC.

NutriBullet Ultra 1200 Premium

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not blend continuously for more than one minute. After multiple consecutive extraction cycles, let the contents settle for 10–15 minutes; a continuously flashing control panel means stop, unplug and cool the motor for at least 15 minutes.

NutriBullet Triple Prep System

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • Use Smoothie for fresh/frozen fruit and vegetables or Frozen Drinks for ice-blended drinks. Use the cup or pitcher intended for those programs; do not use the processing blades or disc as an ice crusher.
  • Wait for blades or discs to stop and unplug before removing attachments. Cup blends require at least 10–15 minutes between cycles; after a thermal shutdown, unplug and cool the base for one hour.
  • If the sealed cup becomes warm, stop and unplug, leave the cup in place for at least 30 minutes and until completely cool, then remove and open slowly away from your body. Do not force or pry the blade from the cup.

NutriBullet Blender Combo 1200

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • Choose HIGH for frozen fruit or vegetables, or EXTRACT for a smoothie. Use short PULSE bursts only when appropriate for the recipe; stop as soon as the desired texture is reached.
  • Keep each continuous run within one minute. If the motor stops, unplug and cool for at least 15 minutes; do not open a warm sealed cup until it has cooled.

NutriBullet SmartSense Blender — Australia

Do not use it to crush ice. Always blend with enough liquid and do not overload the pitcher with ice.

Can I blend ice in the pitcher?
  • It is not designed to be used as an ice crusher. Crushing ice may shatter the pitcher and cause injury or damage.
  • Always use enough liquid when blending, and never run it empty.
What if the motor stops after blending ice?
  • Overloading it with ice or other ingredients can overheat the motor and trip the thermal breaker.
  • If that happens, unplug the motor base and let it cool for an hour before using it again.
How much can I put in, and for how long?
  • Keep ingredients below the liquid MAX (1.65 L) and solid MAX (1.8 L) lines.
  • Do not overload the pitcher, as this can stop the blades from spinning.
  • Never blend for longer than one minute, and do not run back-to-back cycles that add up to more than one minute.

NutriBullet SmartSense Blender Combo

No, do not crush ice in the NutriBullet SmartSense Blender Combo. It is not an ice crusher, and crushing ice may shatter the Cup or Pitcher.

Can I add ice to the Cup or Pitcher?
  • Do not crush ice or overfill the Cup with ice. Too much ice can wedge into the blade, jam it and make the motor overheat.
  • Always use enough liquid when blending.
What if the motor stops?
  • Overloading the blender with ice or other ingredients may overheat the motor and trip its thermal breaker. If the motor shuts off, unplug the Motor Base and let it cool for an hour before using it again.
What else should I check when blending in a Cup?
  • Only blend room-temperature or refrigerated ingredients (21°C or cooler) in the Cups. Keep ingredients below the MAX line and never blend for longer than one minute.

NutriBullet Smart Touch Blender Combo

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • Choose FROZEN DRINKS for ice-blended drinks, SMOOTHIES for fresh/frozen fruit and vegetables, or HIGH for a thick frozen blend. Cup speed cycles stop after 60 seconds.
  • Keep continuous runs within one minute. If the power/timer display flashes after the motor stops, unplug and cool for at least 15 minutes before reconnecting.

NutriBullet Power Core Blender

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • Choose HIGH for frozen fruit or vegetables, or SMOOTHIE for a smoothie. Use short PULSE bursts only when appropriate for the recipe; stop as soon as the desired texture is reached.
  • Limit blending to one minute total; do not extend it with consecutive cycles. If the thermal breaker shuts the motor off, unplug and cool the base for one hour.

NutriBullet Blender Combo 1000

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • Choose HIGH for frozen fruit or vegetables, or EXTRACT for a smoothie. Use short PULSE bursts only when appropriate for the recipe; stop as soon as the desired texture is reached.
  • Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops, unplug the base and cool for at least 15 minutes before restarting. Let any warm sealed cup cool before opening away from your body.

NutriBullet Power Core Blender Combo

Yes, blend ice or frozen fruit and vegetables with sufficient liquid below MAX; ice-only crushing is not permitted.

  • Use ice and frozen fruit or vegetables in a blend with sufficient liquid. Do not crush ice by itself or pack the vessel so tightly that the blades cannot turn.
  • Keep all ingredients and liquid below the relevant MAX line; if the blend stalls, switch off, unplug and wait for the blades to stop before removing some contents or adding liquid. Refit the vessel and lid or blade securely before restarting.
  • For the pitcher, use HIGH with frozen fruit or vegetables or choose SMOOTHIE; use PULSE in short bursts for controlled texture. For the single-serve cup, select SMOOTHIE and wait for complete blade stoppage before removing the cup.
  • Keep cup blending within one minute. Allow contents to settle for 10–15 minutes before another cycle, opening only once cool to release pressure. If thermal protection shuts the motor off, unplug and cool the base for one hour.
  • If the sealed cup becomes warm, stop and unplug, leave the cup in place for at least 30 minutes and until completely cool, then remove and open slowly away from your body. Do not force or pry the blade from the cup.

NutriBullet Power Core Plus

For ice or frozen food in the NutriBullet Power Core Plus, chat with us and give us your product code.

NutriBullet Portable Blender / Portable Blender McLaren

Yes, frozen ingredients and ice need enough liquid to keep the mixture moving, with the complete load below MAX and without overfilling with ice.

How should I prepare the ingredients?
  • Use frozen ingredients only with enough liquid to move the mixture; keep everything under MAX and do not overfill with ice.
  • If ice stalls the blade, stop the blender, add liquid within MAX, and shake or invert it to release the blockage. If needed, switch it off and clear the blade with a utensil; keep your fingers away from the cutting edges.
  • Limit consecutive blending to one minute total and let an overheated motor cool before another use.

NutriBullet Flip Stainless

Yes, you can add ice up to 25% of the cup’s total volume, with enough liquid and below the MAX line. Do not overfill the cup with ice.

How much ice and liquid should I use?
  • When adding ice, keep it to no more than 25% of the cup’s total volume.
  • Always add enough liquid and follow the minimum liquid and MAX fill marks on the cup.
  • Do not overfill the cup with ice. It can stop the blade turning and damage the blender or cause injury.
What if ice blocks the blade?
  • Carefully dislodge any ingredients stuck in the blade. Do not touch the sharp edges of the blades.
  • Make sure you’re using enough liquid, the cup isn’t overfilled and all ingredients are below the MAX line.
  • Start each blending cycle with the Motor Base, Blade and Lid on top.
Can the blender go in the freezer?
  • Do not leave the blender in the freezer or refrigerator. This can damage the batteries, seals and other parts.

NutriBullet Flip Tritan

Yes, you can add ice to the NutriBullet Flip, but keep it to no more than 25% of the Cup’s volume. Always add enough liquid.

How much ice can I use?
  • When adding ice, keep it to no more than 25% of the Cup’s volume, and always add enough liquid ingredients.
  • Follow the minimum liquid and MAX fill marks on the Cup. Do not overfill the Cup with ice; it may stop the blade turning, which can damage the unit or cause injury.
What if the blade gets blocked?
  • Unplug and power off the Flip, and make sure the blades have completely stopped before taking it apart.
  • Carefully dislodge any ingredients stuck in the blade. Use enough liquid, do not overfill the Cup, and keep all ingredients below the MAX fill line.
  • To prevent blockage, start the blending cycle with the Motor Base, Blade and Lid right-side-up (Motor Base on top).
Are there other limits?
  • Do not blend for more than one minute, and do not run back-to-back cycles that add up to more than one minute.
  • Do not leave the Flip in the freezer or refrigerator; this can damage the batteries, seals and other parts.

NutriBullet Flex Portable / Flex Portable McLaren

Yes, with enough liquid, but do not overfill the cup with ice. Too much ice can stop the blades turning.

How should I add ice?
  • Do not overfill the cup with ice. It may stop the blades turning and damage the blender or cause injury.
  • Always use enough liquid before blending.
  • Do not go past the MAX line. Overfilling can cause leaks or stop the blade.
  • Do not blend for more than one minute, including back-to-back cycles.
What if ice blocks the blade?
  • Add more liquid to the cup and try blending again.
  • Detach and shake the cup, or turn it upside down to release the blockage.
  • If it is still blocked, turn the blender off and twist the Motor Base off. Place the vessel upside down on the flat surface of the Sip Lid, carefully detach the Blade Block and remove the blockage.
  • Make sure the power is off and the charger is unplugged before clearing a blockage. Never put your hand or a utensil inside the cup. Blades are sharp.

NutriBullet GO

No, ice, frozen fruit and frozen vegetables are unsuitable; blend cool or room-temperature food with liquid instead.

How should I prepare the ingredients?
  • Do not use ice, frozen fruit or frozen vegetables; NutriBullet GO is not designed for frozen ingredients.
  • Use cool or room-temperature food and liquid instead, remove rinds, peels and stone-fruit pits and stay below the 300 mL MAX line.

NutriBullet Juicer 800W

No, do not juice ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh produce that contains extractable juice.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not process ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh fruit and vegetables with juice to extract.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

NutriBullet Juicer 800W 2.0

No, do not juice ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh produce that contains extractable juice.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not process ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh fruit and vegetables with juice to extract.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

NutriBullet Cold Press Slow Juicer

No, ice and still-frozen produce must not enter the juicer; defrost frozen food before juicing it.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not feed frozen fruit or vegetables into the juicer. Defrost frozen food before processing; do not use ice.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

NutriBullet Juicer Pro 1000W

No, do not juice ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh produce that contains extractable juice.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not process ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh fruit and vegetables with juice to extract.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

NutriBullet Cold Press Batch Juicer

No, do not juice ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh produce that contains extractable juice.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not process ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh fruit and vegetables with juice to extract.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

NutriBullet Immersion Blender 800W

Do not chop ice cubes in the chopper. The blending arm can blend some frozen ingredients with liquid, such as frozen banana and frozen cauliflower with almond milk for nice cream.

Can I chop ice in the chopper?
  • Don’t chop hard food items such as ice cubes, nutmeg, coffee beans or grains.
How do I blend frozen ingredients with the blending arm?
  • For Ginger Mint Nice Cream, add the sliced frozen bananas, frozen cauliflower, almond milk and other ingredients to the blender cup. Blend in a circular, up-and-down motion until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Never use the blending arm without at least some liquid, as this may damage the blade or motor.
  • Do not process overly thick or hard foods, and do not blend hard fruits or vegetables without liquid. These may damage the motor or blade.
  • Do not blend too much at once or overfill the cup or bowl. If you use the measuring cup, do not go past the MAX fill line.

NutriBullet Food Processor

No, do not crush ice in the NutriBullet Food Processor. It is not an ice crusher, and crushing ice may permanently damage the blades or make the unit malfunction.

Why can’t I process ice?
  • Crushing ice can permanently damage the blades or cause the unit to malfunction, which may lead to injury or property damage.
How should I prepare a processing load?
  • Remove any rind from fruit before adding it to the bowl, and only use fruit with seeds or pits once they have been completely removed.
  • Stay at or below the LIQUID MAX line with liquid ingredients. Never run it for longer than one minute at a time, and wait at least a minute before starting another cycle.
  • Do not overload the feed chute. Use only the food pusher provided and never force food down; wait for it to move into the bowl before adding more.

NutriBullet Chill

Yes for a prepared dessert recipe frozen in its Pint Cup; no for loose ice, loose frozen fruit, solid ice or plain frozen drinks.

How do I prepare the frozen cup?
  1. Fill a prepared dessert recipe between MIN FILL and MAX FILL, snap on the Storage Lid and freeze level for at least 24 hours, ideally at −20°C to −15°C. Process within five minutes of freezer removal; never microwave the frozen cup.
  2. Do not use thawed/liquid recipes, frozen lemonade/juice/soda, hard ingredients, dry-grinding ingredients or an empty cup. If frozen expansion stops the block fitting, spoon out the excess; add loose nuts or sweets only as toppings afterwards.

NutriBullet Limitless Food Processor

No, do not crush ice in the NutriBullet Limitless Food Processor. It is not an ice crusher, and crushing ice may permanently damage the blades or make the unit malfunction.

Why can’t I process ice?
  • Crushing ice can permanently damage the blades or cause the unit to malfunction, which may lead to injury or property damage.
What other hard or dry ingredients should I avoid?
  • Avoid processing hard ingredients like nuts, coffee beans and fruit pits; they can damage the processor.
  • Do not grind dry ingredients such as grains, cereal or coffee; this may damage the motor, blades and discs or overheat the motor.
  • Remove any rind from fruit, and only use fruit with seeds or pits once they have been completely removed. Stay at or below the LIQUID MAX line with liquid ingredients.

NutriBullet Baby

Yes, ice is used in two smoothie recipes for mum made in the Batchbowl; add the ice after the first blend. Do not go over the MAX line.

Which recipes use ice?
  • Nutrition-rich smoothie: blend all ingredients except the ice for 45 seconds, then add ½ cup of ice and blend for another 15 seconds. For a thinner smoothie, add more liquid or ice, without going over the MAX line.
  • Hydrating strawberry cucumber cooler: blend all ingredients except the ice for 30 seconds, then add ½ cup of ice and blend for another 15 seconds.
  • These two recipes are made with mums in mind; they are not baby-food recipes.
Can I use frozen fruit?
  • You can add a serving of any fruit you have stashed in the freezer to a NutriBullet Baby smoothie.
  • Peeled, chopped overripe bananas kept in a reusable freezer bag are great in adult smoothies and can be defrosted for later use in baby food.
How do I freeze and use frozen baby-food servings?
  • Freeze purée in the Easy-Pop Freezer Tray with the lid snapped on; frozen food is good for up to 3 months. Do not use the Date-Dial Storage Cups to freeze food.
  • Do not fill the Freezer Tray more than 2/3 full, and make sure all sides of the lid are snapped on and sealed.
  • To thaw, move servings from the freezer to the refrigerator. A thawed serving can then go straight into a recipe.
How long can I blend?
  • Never run the unit continuously for more than 1 minute. If the motor stops, unplug the power base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes.

NutriBullet Baby Steam + Blend

Yes for frozen nutribullet Baby servings: defrost them in the Work Bowl using the Steam setting. Always check the food temperature before serving.

How do I defrost a frozen serving?
  • Fill the Water Reservoir to the 10-minute line with water.
  • Put the frozen serving into the Work Bowl, turn the Setting Dial to Steam and press the Power button. Repeat if needed.
  • Do not add water while the unit is on or hot; this can cause serious burns or scalds.
  • Always check the food temperature before serving.
What should I avoid putting in?
  • The appliance is not designed for hard fruits and vegetables, citrus rinds, pits or seed stones; these may be a choking hazard or damage the Blending Blade or motor.
  • Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated food to a heated bowl, to prevent cracking or damage.

Magic Bullet To Go 200W

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids for a cold smoothie. Alternatively use crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume with water or another liquid, without exceeding MAX.
  2. Do not use the Cross Blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before use.
  3. Limit continuous blending to one minute. If hard food jams the blade, unplug, wait for it to stop and remove the cup/blade assembly before clearing the food.

Magic Bullet Value Pack 200W

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. Use frozen fruit and chilled liquids for a cold smoothie. Alternatively use crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume with water or another liquid, without exceeding MAX.
  2. Do not use the Cross Blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before use.
  3. Limit continuous blending to one minute. If hard food jams the blade, unplug, wait for it to stop and remove the cup/blade assembly before clearing the food.

Magic Bullet Blender Combo

Yes, with sufficient liquid, but do not crush ice or overfill the cup or pitcher with ice. The blender is not intended to be used as an ice crusher.

How should I add ice?
  • Do not crush ice or overfill the cup or pitcher with ice. Too much ice can wedge into the blade, stop it turning and overheat the motor.
  • Always use sufficient liquid ingredients when blending.
  • Do not fill past the MAX line. Overfilling can cause leaks and dangerous pressure.
What if ice stops the blade?
  • If an overloaded cup or pitcher stops the blade, turn off the blender, empty some of the contents, reattach and resume.
  • Power off and unplug, and wait until the blade stops before taking the blender apart.
  • Do not touch the sharp edges of the blades.
Can the cups go in the freezer?
  • Never place any parts or accessories in the freezer or use them as storage containers in the freezer.

Magic Bullet Mini Juicer

No, do not juice ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh produce that contains extractable juice.

Can I feed frozen produce into the juicer?
  • Do not process ice or frozen fruit and vegetables; use prepared fresh fruit and vegetables with juice to extract.
  • Remove rind and stone-fruit pits and feed pieces that fit freely, using only the supplied pusher without forcing them.

Magic Bullet Kitchen Express 250W

No, do not crush ice in the Magic Bullet Kitchen Express. It is not an ice crusher, and crushing ice may permanently damage the cross blades or make the unit malfunction.

Why can’t I crush ice?
  • Crushing ice can permanently damage the cross blades or cause the unit to malfunction, which may lead to injury or property damage.
What should I put in the blending cup?
  • Use only cool or room-temperature ingredients. Never blend hot or carbonated ingredients in the sealed cup.
  • Do not fill past the MAX line, and never run the blender for more than one minute. Always wait until the blades stop before removing the cup from the base.

NutriBullet Ultra Plus+ Compact Kitchen System

Yes for ice or frozen ingredients in the blending cup with sufficient liquid below MAX; no for ice or liquid in the Coffee & Dry Spice Grinder.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Keep continuous blending within one minute and do not exceed six consecutive 30-second cycles. Between cycles, open only a cool cup carefully to release pressure; after repeated cycles let contents settle for 10–15 minutes. A continuously flashing panel after repeated cup blends requires unplugging and at least 15 minutes of cooling.
  4. Never put ice or liquid in the Coffee & Dry Spice Grinder; it is for dry and dehydrated ingredients only.

NutriBullet 600 Mega Pack

Yes, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid, or crushed ice occupying no more than 25% of the cup volume with liquid, keeping the total within MAX.

  1. For a cold smoothie, use frozen fruit with chilled liquid. Alternatively, add crushed ice up to 25% of the total cup volume and water or another liquid up to the MAX line, never above it.
  2. Do not use the extractor blade as an ice crusher or blend hard ingredients without liquid; inspect the blade before each use.
  3. Do not run continuously for more than one minute. If the motor stops unexpectedly, unplug the base and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before another attempt. Let any warm cup cool before carefully opening it.

For the supplied extractor-blade cup; use the separate instructions supplied with any milling attachment.

NutriBullet Turbo 1000 Deluxe Set

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not exceed three consecutive 45-second cycles; allow the contents to settle for 10–20 minutes after repeated cycles. If the blender stops after consecutive use, unplug and cool it for at least 20 minutes; if the motor has overheated under a heavy load, allow one hour.

NutriBullet Turbo Ultimate Pack

Yes, ice or frozen ingredients can be blended with enough liquid to circulate, below MAX; do not use the cup for crushing ice alone.

  1. Use ice or frozen ingredients only with sufficient liquid in the blending cup, keeping the total below MAX. Do not fill the cup with ice or use it as an ice crusher.
  2. If an ice-heavy mixture stops circulating, stop and unplug, wait until the blades stop and the cup is cool, then reduce the load and restore sufficient liquid before refitting.
  3. Do not exceed three consecutive 45-second cycles; allow the contents to settle for 10–20 minutes after repeated cycles. If the blender stops after consecutive use, unplug and cool it for at least 20 minutes; if the motor has overheated under a heavy load, allow one hour.

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