KitchenAid KSM150PSAC, K45 Series Artisan Series 5 Qt Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Manual

Contents

1 PARTS AND FEATURES
2 PRODUCT SAFETY
- 2.1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- 2.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
3 GETTING STARTED
- 3.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT ACCESSORY
4 SPEED CONTROL GUIDE
5 PRODUCT ASSEMBLY
6 PRODUCT USAGE
7 DISASSEMBLING THE PRODUCT
8 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
9 CARE AND CLEANING
10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
11 Download manual
12 In Other Languages

PARTS AND FEATURES

Motor Head (locking lever not shown)
Attachment Knob
Attachment Hub
Motor Head
Speed Control Lever
Beater Height Adjustment Screw (not shown)
Bowl Clamping Plate
Bowl**
Beater Shaft
Pouring shield*
2.8 L Stainless Steel Bowl*
Flat Beater
Flex Edge Beater*
Wire Whip
Dough Hook

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

**The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

PRODUCT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

warning This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions.
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put Stand Mixer in water or other liquid.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils, away from beater during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the Stand Mixer.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer at their customer service telephone number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of accessories or attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
Do not use the Stand Mixer outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter.
Remove the beaters, wire whip, or dough hook from the Stand Mixer before washing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This product is designed for household use only.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Voltage: 120 V

Frequency: 60 Hz

Wattage: 275 Watts MAX for models K45, KSM45-KSM80
300 Watts MAX for models KSM85-KSM110
325 Watts MAX for models KSM120-KSM200

NOTE: The power rating for your Stand Mixer is printed on the serial plate.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

The maximum rating is based on the attachment that draws the greatest load (power). Other recommended attachments may draw significantly less power.

GETTING STARTED

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ACCESSORY

Accessories	Use to mix	Suggested items
Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Normal to heavy mixtures	Cakes, creamed frostings, candies, cookies, biscuits, pie pastry, meatloaf, mashed potatoes.
Wire Whip	Mixtures that need air incorporated	Eggs, egg whites, heavy cream, boiled frostings, sponge cakes, mayonnaise, some candies.
Dough Hook	Mixing and kneading yeast doughs	Breads, rolls, pizza dough, buns.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

SPEED CONTROL GUIDE

Note: The speed control can be set to obtain speeds 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 if a finer adjustment is required. Do not exceed Speed 2 when preparing yeast doughs as this may cause damage to the Stand Mixer.

Speed	Accessory	Action	Description
Stir	Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Stir	For starting all mixing procedures, slow stirring, combining, and mashing.
1	Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Stir
2	Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Slow mixing	For slow mixing, mashing, and faster stirring.
2	Dough Hook	Slow mixing	To mix and knead yeast doughs, heavy batters, and candies; mix thin or splashy batters.
4	Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Mixing, beating	For mixing semi-heavy batters, such as cookies, or to combine sugar and shortening. Medium speed for cake mixes.
4	Wire Whip	Mixing, beating	For adding sugar to egg whites for meringues.
6	Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*	Beating, creaming	For medium-fast beating (creaming), or whipping. Use to finish mixing cake, doughnut, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes.
6	Wire Whip	Beating, creaming	For medium-fast whipping of ingredients requiring incorporation of air, such as egg whites.
8	Wire Whip	Fast beating, whipping	For whipping cream, egg whites, and boiled frostings.

NOTE: To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.

PRODUCT ASSEMBLY

Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer "OFF/0".
Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock** the head to keep it lifted.
Place the Bowl*** on the Clamping Plate and twist to lock in place.
Slide and rotate the accessory aligning over the pin on the shaft.
Unlock the Motor Head and move it down. Then, lock** the head to keep it down. Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise the Motor Head.

(OPTIONAL) To adjust Beater to Bowl Clearance: Tilt and lock** the Motor Head back. Turn the screw slightly counterclockwise (left) to raise the beater, or clockwise (right) to lower it.
NOTE: If you over-adjust the screw, the Bowl lock lever may not lock into place.

(OPTIONAL) Place the Pouring Shield*: Slide the Pouring Shield* from front of the Stand Mixer over the Vowl. The bottom rim of the Pouring Shield* fits inside of the Bowl*.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

**Locking option is available on selected models.

***The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

PRODUCT USAGE

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Injury Hazard

Unplug mixer before touching beaters.

Failure to do so can result in broken bones, cuts, or bruises.

Plug it into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Start with lower speed to avoid splashing and increase it gradually.
Refer to the "Speed Control Guide".
Do not scrape the Bowl* while operating. Scraping the Bowl* once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient.

(OPTIONAL): Pour ingredients into the Bowl* through the Pouring Chute.

*The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

DISASSEMBLING THE PRODUCT

Turn the Stand Mixer "OFF/0" and unplug. Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock* the head to keep it lifted.

(OPTIONAL): Lift the front of the Pouring Shield** clear of the rim of the Bowl***. Pull away from the Stand Mixer.
Press the accessory upward, turn it and pull it away from the Beater Shaft.
Twist to unlock the Bowl*** from the Clamping Plate.

*Locking option is available on selected models.

**Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

***The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

KitchenAid^® offers a wide range of optional attachments such as the Spiralizer, Pasta Cutters, or Food Grinder that may be attached to the Stand Mixer attachment power hub as shown here.

Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer "OFF/0".
Remove the Attachment Hub cover.
Insert attachment into Attachment Hub, making certain that attachment power shaft fits into the square Attachment Hub socket.
Tighten the Attachment Knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is secured to the Stand Mixer.

CARE AND CLEANING

Do not immerse the Stand Mixer body in water or other liquids.

Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer "OFF/0".
Dishwasher-safe parts, top rack only: Stainless Steel Bowl, Bowl Lid, Flat Beater, Dough Hook, Flex Edge Beater*, and Pouring Shield*.
Wipe the Stand Mixer body with a soft, damp cloth.
Clean the Wire Whip thoroughly with hand wash only.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE


	Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Problem		Solution
If Stand Mixer warms up during use:		Under heavy loads with extended mixing time periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.
If the Flat Beater hits the bowl:		Stop the Stand Mixer. See the "Product Assembly" section and adjust the Beater to Bowl Clearance.
The Speed Control Lever does not move smoothly or easily:		To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.
If your Stand Mixer should fail to operate, please check the following:		Is the Stand Mixer plugged in?
		Is the fuse in the circuit to the Stand Mixer in working order? If you have a Circuit Breaker Box, be sure the circuit is closed.
		Turn off the Stand Mixer for 10-15 seconds, then turn it back on. If the Stand Mixer still does not start, allow it to cool for 30 minutes before turning it back on.

Note: If the problem cannot be corrected, See the "Warranty and Service" section. Do not return the Stand Mixer to the retailer; retailers do not provide service.