Portable blenders have a rechargeable motor, a portable blending cup and charge/status lights, with model-specific lids, cup sizes and automatic blending cycles.
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NutriBullet Portable Blender / Portable Blender McLaren
The NutriBullet Portable Blender has a marked 590 mL Cup, a handled spout lid, USB-C charging, LED indicators and a 20-second automatic blending cycle.
Which parts and carrying features can I use?
- Use the 590 mL Cup with its measurement markings to prepare a drink below MAX; the blade assembly is part of the Motor Base. The spout lid has a handle, release button and locking latch. After blending stops, lower the latch and press the release button to drink.
- Charge through the USB-C slot below Power using the supplied cable and an approved 5V 2A maximum power supply. A first charge takes 60–90 minutes; keep the cable and port dry, avoid rapid chargers and disconnect after charging.
- For washing, hand-wash the Cup and Lid or use the top rack without heat or sanitise. Wipe the base and carefully clean the blade area. Store upright with the Cup fitted and no objects on top.
How do the button, lights and automatic cycles work?
- With the Cup aligned and locked and the Lid shut, press Power once to wake the blender. Wait about one second: a solid blue ring means ready.
- Press Power again to start a 20-second cycle; blue LEDs travel clockwise while blending. Press again to stop early or pulse. After two minutes idle, the lights go off and the blender sleeps.
- Hold Power for two seconds to check remaining charge. All six solid blue LEDs mean fully charged; blinking LEDs progressively become solid blue while charging; LED 1 flashing red means low battery.
- If the ring flashes red, stop and check Cup alignment. Add liquid within MAX and shake or invert to loosen trapped food; with power off, use a utensil to release a persistent blockage.
- Alternating top and bottom red LEDs mean too many blends: pause and let the motor cool, and do not exceed nine cycles in six minutes. A solid red ring also means stop and cool the motor.
- Never blend continuously or consecutively for more than one minute total. Before repeating a cycle, carefully open the cooled container to release pressure; keep the lid shut while blades move.
NutriBullet Flip Stainless
The NutriBullet Flip Stainless has an insulated 590 mL Cup with a 475 mL MAX line, a carry handle, USB-C charging, charge-status lights and a 30-second blending cycle.
Which parts and carrying features can I use?
- The 590 mL insulated stainless steel Cup has a 475 mL MAX fill line. Meet the minimum liquid mark and keep ice to no more than 25% of cup volume. The blade, motor and drinking lid form one top assembly.
- Use the supplied USB-C Charging Cable and Power Supply; charge at least two hours before first use and keep the port clean and dry. The Carry Handle allows carrying with the Flip-Top Lid closed.
- To use the separate To-Go Lid, let the motor assembly shut down, remove, clean and dry it and fit the Blade Cover. Twist the To-Go Lid onto the Cup. Open its front flap and snap it back for sipping, or keep that flap closed and slide the centre tab back to insert the straw. Keep the Cup upright because this lid is not leak-proof.
- Use the included Cleaning Brush around sharp blades. Do not put the motor assembly in the dishwasher, refrigerator or freezer; keep water out of the USB-C port. NEVER submerge the entire Motor Base, Blade, and Lid in water.
How do the button, lights and automatic cycles work?
- Fit the Cup firmly, snap the Flip-Top Lid closed and keep the Motor Base, Blade, and Lid on top. Press Power once; wait about one second for the ring to finish lighting. White means normal charge, yellow low charge, and red means recharge before blending.
- Press Power again for a 30-second cycle. Once the motor starts, flip the blender so the blade assembly is at the bottom, and set it on a clean, dry, level surface. White LEDs circulate while blending; press Power during the cycle to stop or pulse.
- After the blades stop, return the motor assembly to the top and open the Flip-Top Lid slowly, pointing away from your body. Do not exceed one minute total for continuous or consecutive cycles.
- When charging with the supplied cable and Power Supply, solid green means full, flashing green ready for normal use, flashing yellow low and flashing red too low to blend. After 90 seconds idle all LEDs go off and the blender shuts down.
- If yellow flashes during use, check the Cup is tight enough for a white ring, then check for blocked blades, too little liquid or ingredients above MAX. Start with the blade assembly on top before flipping.
- If red flashes during use, stop and do not press Power for at least 90 seconds. Let the overheated blender cool; if the lockout remains after ten minutes, take your claim, with your receipt, to the place of purchase (the manufacturer warranty is 12 months from the date of purchase).
How do I use the cleaning features?
- Only the Blending Cup and To-Go Lid may go on the dishwasher’s top rack; hand-clean the motor assembly. Use the Cleaning Brush for the straw, under the blades, the sip hole and vent hole.
- For the blade area, point the blade downward at an angle and carefully rinse just that area while covering the USB-C port with a thumb or finger. For the drinking spout, point the blade upward and gently rinse the sip hole, again protecting the port.
- For automatic cleaning, rinse the Cup, add one drop of dish soap and fill halfway with water. Let stubborn residue soak on each end for a few minutes, then run a cycle while flipping and shaking. Empty through the sip hole and repeat with fresh water only.
- Wipe and dry the motor assembly and USB-C port with a clean cloth, then stand it upright with the Flip-Top Lid open. Charge only when the port is fully dry; store with Cup or Blade Cover fitted and nothing on top.
- The rechargeable batteries are not replaceable; do not open or repair the motor assembly or attempt to change the batteries.
NutriBullet Flex Portable / Flex Portable McLaren
The NutriBullet Flex editions have a cup that detaches for drinking, a 30-second blending cycle and LED battery and status indicators.
For both Flex editions, never blend continuously or consecutively for more than one minute total. Between cycles, wait for the blades to stop and carefully open the Sip Lid to release pressure. If the Cup is warm or hot, leave it attached to the base and do not open or blend again: allow at least 30 minutes and until completely cool, then slowly open the Sip Lid away from your face and body.
Australia: how do I use McLaren Flex Papaya NBPB07222PA-MC?
- Place the assembled blender on a clean, dry, level surface. Press Power once to wake it.
- Wait about one second for the LED animation and battery display, then press Power again to start a 30-second blend. Press Power during blending to stop early.
- After blending, hold the Cup and Motor Base and gently twist the Cup off without pushing down or gripping the Sip Lid.
What if the ring flashes orange six times? Switch off and unplug the charger, detach the Cup and Blade Block together, gently shake the closed contents, and reattach clockwise. Never put a hand or utensil inside the Cup to clear a blockage.
What if the ring flashes red for three seconds and stays red? Pause and let the blender cool.
Standard Flex Portable:
Which parts and carrying features can I use?
- The 650 mL Blending Cup separates from the Motor Base for To-Go use; the Blade Block is also removable. Fit the Blade Block through the bottom of the Cup first, turning to its soft-stop, and dry it fully before assembly.
- The hidden USB-C port is behind a silicone cover at the back. Lift the cover and connect the supplied cable to a certified 5V 2A maximum supply; allow up to two hours for the first full charge and keep the port dry.
- Twist the Sip Lid with Carry Loop clockwise to attach or counter-clockwise to remove, with the Sip Cap closed. Press the release button to open the spout and press the cap shut until it clicks; lower the Carry Loop over the closed cap for protection against accidental opening.
- To keep the open Sip Cap out of the way, press it lightly down toward the Cup until held; push it up and away to release. Fold the Carry Loop back for sipping or carrying and fully dry the lid and gasket area before storing.
- Hand-wash the Cup, Blade Block and Sip Lid in warm, soapy water. The Cup and Sip Lid may also go on the top rack without sanitise. Wipe the base without immersion. If the lid gasket moves during cleaning, remove excess moisture and gently guide it back into place; store upright with blades covered.
How do the button, lights and automatic cycles work?
- Lock the Cup and Blade Block onto the Motor Base. The ring lights white clockwise and flashes twice when correctly locked; three orange flashes when you press Power mean the Blade Block is misaligned or incompletely locked. Refit gently without forcing it.
- Press Power once and wait about one second: a solid white ring and battery bar show the blender is ready. Press Power again for a 30-second cycle; the ring moves clockwise and becomes solid white at completion. Press during the cycle to stop early or pulse.
- After 90 seconds idle the ring moves white counter-clockwise and switches off into sleep mode. Remove the Cup from the base only once the blades have stopped.
- Read the four-bar battery display: four solid white bars mean full; three white plus flashing fourth means 75–99%; two white plus flashing third means 50–75%; one white plus flashing second means 25–50%; flashing first white means 0–25%.
- A solid orange first bar means low charge; solid red means charge needed and blinking red means too depleted to operate. Flashing orange first bar shows active charging from 0%. You may blend while plugged in once the first bar turns white; charging pauses while the motor runs.
- Six orange flashes mean an obstructed blade or Cup removed during blending. Switch off, detach the Cup/Blade from the Motor Base, gently shake to loosen ingredients and refit clockwise; follow the blockage instructions if it remains stuck.
- A red ring flashing for three seconds then remaining solid signals overheating: pause and allow cooling. Do not restart while the motor remains overheated.
How do I detach and carry the Cup?
- After the blades stop, grip the Motor Base and Cup and gently twist to detach the Cup for To-Go mode; do not apply downward force or grip the Sip Lid for this movement.
- For lid fitting and removal, use the Carry Loop and Sip Cap area as the grip: pinch the hinge area with the NutriBullet logo against your palm.
- When disassembling for washing, twist the Blade Block off clockwise while keeping clear of its sharp edges.
- Before air travel, check your carrier’s and airport’s current requirements for blades and lithium-ion batteries. The guide instructs you to carefully remove, cover and wrap the Blade Block and carry the Motor Base in your carry-on bag.
NutriBullet GO
The NutriBullet GO has a 385 mL Cup with a 300 mL MAX line, cup and blade covers, USB-C charging and a 30-second automatic blending cycle. The NutriBullet GO has a 70 W motor, runs at up to 18,000 RPM and has a 2200mAh battery; a full charge gives up to 11 blend cycles.
Which parts and carrying features can I use?
- The pack has a 385 mL Cup, Cup Cover, Blade Cover, Motor Base/blade assembly and USB-C cable. For blending use the 300 mL MAX fill line, leaving room at the top.
- Use the Cup Cover after removing the Motor Base; screw the Blade Cover onto the Motor Base when it is not in use. Charge below the Power button with the supplied USB-C cable; the first full charge takes under five hours.
- Choose cool, unfrozen ingredients: NutriBullet GO does not process ice, frozen fruit or frozen vegetables. Remove rinds, peels and stone-fruit pits first.
- Wash the Cup and Lid by hand or on the top dishwasher rack. The blade assembly is hand-clean only; gently rinse its blade area and wipe with a damp sponge. Do not run the Motor Base under water. Store all parts safely together.
How do the button, lights and automatic cycles work?
- Fasten the Cup onto the Motor Base and hold Power for three seconds. Blue flashes for 30 seconds when locked and ready; if red and blue flash together, continue tightening the Cup. If the ready period expires, hold Power three seconds to wake again.
- Set the base on a dry, level surface and press Power twice quickly to start the automatic 30-second cycle. Steady blue means running and flashing blue after blending means finished.
- Press Power once to stop early; the blue light turns off. Wait for the blades to stop before inverting and unscrewing the Motor Base. The motor automatically stops after three seconds if started with an empty cup; never deliberately run it empty.
- Limit operation to two consecutive cycles or one minute continuously. Five red flashes mean overheating: stop and let the motor cool. Ten red flashes mean food is blocking the blades: switch off, wait for the blades to stop, invert the assembly, remove the Cup and reduce excess food below MAX before refitting.
- A red light flashing for 30 seconds means the battery needs charging. While plugged in, steady red means charging and steady blue means fully charged. No light means powered off.
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The full steps for this model are in its user guide: McLaren Flex Papaya user guide (PDF)