Kenwood KMX50 series User manual

KMX50 series

before using your Kenwood appliance
●Read these instructions carefully and retain for future
reference.
●Remove all packaging and any labels.
safety
●Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing
tools/attachments, after use and before cleaning.
●Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted
attachments.
●Never leave the machine on unattended.
●Never use a damaged machine. Get it checked or repaired:
see ‘service’, page 6.
●Never let the cord hang down where a child could grab it.
●Never let the power unit, cord or plug get wet.
●Never use an unauthorised attachment or both outlets at the
same time
●Never exceed the maximum capacities on page 4.
●When using an attachment, read the safety instructions that
come with it.
●Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy. Ensure the
head is locked and that the bowl, tools, outlet cover and cord
are secure before lifting.
●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 have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
●Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
●Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use.
Kenwood will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject
to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.
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before plugging in
●Make sure your electricity supply is the same as the one shown on
the underside of your machine.
important - UK only ●The wires in the cord are coloured as follows:
Green and Yellow = Earth,
Blue = Neutral,
Brown = Live.
●The appliance must be protected by a 13A approved (BS1362) fuse.
●WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Note:
●For non-rewireable plugs the fuse cover MUST be refitted when
replacing the fuse. If the fuse cover is lost then the plug must not be
used until a replacement can be obtained. The correct fuse cover is
identified by colour and a replacement may be obtained from your
Kenwood Authorised Repairer (see Service).
●If a non-rewireable plug is cut off it must be DESTROYED
IMMEDIATELY. An electric shock hazard may arise if an unwanted
non-rewireable plug is inadvertently inserted into a 13A socket outlet.
●This machine complies with European Economic Community
Directive 89/336/EEC.
know your Kenwood kitchen machine
mixer head
attachment outlet
outlet cover
bowl
tool socket
on/off and speed switch
mixer ready indicator light
mixer body
head release lever
K beater
whisk
dough hook
spatula
splashguard
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the mixing tools and some of their uses
beater ●For making cakes, biscuits, pastry, icing, fillings, éclairs and
mashed potato.
whisk ●For eggs, cream, batters, fatless sponges, meringues,
cheesecakes, mousses, soufflés. Don’t use the whisk for heavy
mixtures (eg creaming fat and sugar) – you could damage it.
dough hook ●For yeast mixtures.
to use your mixer
1Lift the head release lever at the back of the appliance 
and at the same time lift the head until it locks in the raised
position .
to insert a tool 2 Push up until it stops then turn .
3Fit the bowl onto the base, press down and turn clockwise to
lock .
4Lift the head release lever at the back of the appliance and at the
same time lower the mixer head .
5Plug into the power supply and the mixer ready indicator light
will glow.
6Switch on by turning the speed switch to the desired setting.
to remove a tool 7 Turn and remove.
important
●If the mixer head is raised during operation, the machine will stop
working straight away. To re-start the mixer, lower the mixer head,
turn the speed switch to the off position, wait a few seconds and
then re-select the speed. The mixer should resume operating
straight away.
●Whenever the mixer head is raised the mixer ready indicator light
will go out. When the head is lowered, the light will glow indicating
the mixer is ready to use.
hints ●Switch off and scrape the bowl with a spatula when necessary.
●Use the fold position for slow incorporation of ingredients such
as when mixing flour and fruit into cake mixes. Simply turn the
switch to . The mixer will operate for 21⁄2revolutions and then
automatically stop. The switch should then be returned to the off
‘O’ position. Repeat as necessary.
●Eggs at room temperature are best for whisking.
●Before whisking egg whites, make sure there’s no grease or egg
yolk on the whisk or bowl.
●Use cold ingredients for pastry unless your recipe states
otherwise.
●When creaming fat and sugar for cake mixes, always use the fat
at room temperature or soften it first.
●Your mixer has been fitted with a ‘soft start’ feature to minimise
spillage. However if the machine is switched on with a heavy
mixture in the bowl such as bread dough, you may notice that the
mixer takes a few seconds to reach the selected speed.
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the mixer
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points for bread making
important ●Never exceed the maximum capacities below - you will overload
the machine.
●To protect the life of the machine always allow a rest of 20 minutes
between loads.
●If you hear the machine labouring, switch off, remove half the dough
and do each half separately.
●The ingredients mix best if you put the liquid in first.
●At intervals stop the machine and scrape the mixture off the dough
hook.
●Different batches of flour vary considerably in the quantities of liquid
required and the stickiness of the dough can have a marked effect
on the load imposed on the machine. You are advised to keep the
machine under observation whilst the dough is being mixed; the
operation should take no longer than 5 minutes.
speed switch
These are a guide only and will vary depending upon the quantity of
mix in the bowl and the ingredients being mixed.
beater ●creaming fat and sugar start on ‘min’, gradually increasing
to a higher speed.
●beating eggs into creamed mixtures 4 - ‘max’.
●folding in flour, fruit etc ‘min - 1 or fold .
●all in one cakes start on ‘min’, gradually increase to ‘max’.
●rubbing fat into flour ‘min - 2.
whisk ●Gradually increase to ‘max’.
dough hook ●Start on ‘min’, gradually increasing to 1.
electronic speed sensor control
Your mixer is fitted with an electronic speed sensor control that is
designed to maintain the speed under different load conditions,
such as when kneading bread dough or when eggs are added to a
cake mix. You may therefore hear some variation in speed during
the operation as the mixer adjusts to the load and speed selected -
this is normal.
maximum capacities
shortcrust pastry 680g flour
fruit cake mix 2.72 Kg total mix
stiff bread dough 1.35 Kg flour
soft bread dough 1.3 Kg flour
egg whites 12
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the mixer

1Raise the mixer head until it locks.
2Fit the bowl onto the base.
3Push the splashguard onto the underside of the mixer head 
until fully located. The hinged section should be positioned as shown.
4Insert required tool.
5Lower the mixer head.
●During mixing, ingredients can be added directly to the bowl via
the hinged section of the splashguard .
●You do not need to remove the splashguard to change tools.
6Remove the splashguard by raising the mixer head and sliding it
down.
troubleshooting
problem
●The whisk or K-beater knocks against the bottom of
the bowl or isn’t reaching the ingredients in the bottom
of the bowl.
solution ●Adjust the height. Here’s how:
1With the mixer switched off, insert the beater or whisk and lower
the mixer head. Check the clearance between the tool and
the bottom of the bowl . Ideally the tool should be almost
touching the bottom of the bowl.
2If the clearance needs to be adjusted, raise the mixer head and
remove the tool.
3Using a suitable spanner loosen the nut sufficiently to allow
adjustment of the shaft . To lower the tool closer to the
bottom of the bowl, turn the tool shaft anti-clockwise.
To raise the tool away from the bottom of the bowl turn
the shaft clockwise.
4Tighten the nut.
5Fit the tool to the mixer and lower the mixer head. Check its
position (see point 1).
6Repeat the above steps as necessary until the tool is set
correctly. Once this is achieved tighten the nut securely.
Note: ●No adjustment of the dough hook is necessary.
problem
●The mixer stops during operation.
solution ●If for any reason power to the mixer is interrrupted and the
machine stops working, turn the speed switch to the off position,
wait a few seconds and then re-select the speed. The mixer
should resume operating straight away.
to fit and use your splashguard
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care and cleaning
●Always switch off and unplug before cleaning.
mixer body, ●Wipe with a damp cloth, then dry.
outlet cover ●Never use abrasives or immerse in water.
bowl, tools, ●Wash by hand, then dry thoroughly or wash in the dishwasher.
splashguard ●Never use a wire brush, steel wool or bleach to clean your
stainless steel bowl. Use vinegar to remove limescale.
●Keep away from heat (cooker tops, ovens, microwaves).
service and customer care
●If the cord is damaged it must, for safety reasons, be replaced
by KENWOOD or an authorised KENWOOD repairer.
UK If you need help with:
●using your machine
●servicing or repairs (in or out of guarantee)
call Kenwood Customer Care on 023 9239 2333.
Have your model number ready - it’s on the underside of the mixer.
●spares and attachments
call 0870 2413653.
other countries ●Contact the shop where you bought your machine.
guarantee UK only
●If your machine goes wrong within one year from the date you
bought it, we will repair or replace it free of charge provided:
●you have not misused, neglected or damaged it;
●it has not been modified;
●it is not second-hand;
●it has not been used commercially;
●you have not fitted a plug incorrectly; and
●you supply your receipt to show when you bought it.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
cleaning and service

royal icing
3 egg whites
775g/1lb 11oz of icing sugar
1Add the three egg whites to the bowl
2Fit the beater. On speed 1 gradually add half of the icing sugar over a period of
approximately 1min.
3Increase the speed to 2 and gradually add the remaining icing sugar over a period
of approximately 1min.
4Once the ingredients have incorporated gradually increase the speed to “max”
over a period of approximately 1min.
5Run for a further 45seconds on maximum speed.
recipe
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