KitchenAid 5KHB1231 User manual

5KHB1231
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PARTS AND FEATURES
Parts and accessories......................................................................................6
Immersion Blender features ...........................................................................7
IMMERSION BLENDER SAFETY
Important safeguards .....................................................................................8
Electrical requirements.................................................................................11
Electrical equipment waste disposal ............................................................11
OPERATING YOUR IMMERSION BLENDER
Assembling the Immersion Blender .............................................................12
Using the blending arm................................................................................13
TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS
Blending tips.................................................................................................15
Operating tips ..............................................................................................16
CARE AND CLEANING
Washing the motor body..............................................................................17
Washing the accessories and attachments...................................................17
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6 | PARTS AND FEATURES
Bell guard*
Pan guard*
PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
20 cm twist-lock
stainless steel
blending arm
Motor
body
S-blade bell
One-touch
power button
Speed control dial
*Not available on all models
33 cm
Blending
brm*
1.5 m
power cord
700 mL blending
jar and lid
S-blade bell*
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PARTS AND FEATURES
Speed control
Provides easy adjustment of speed.
One-touch power button
Activate the Immersion Blender by
pressing and holding the POWER button
during blending. To stop blending, simply
release the power button.
Motor body
Designed for a comfortable, nonslip grip.
Powerful DC motor (not shown)
Provides a powerful blending action and
is designed for quiet, long-life operation.
1.5 m power cord
Long enough to take the Immersion
Blender to the cooktop or work area, the
power cord is rounded with no grooves
for easy cleanup. A silicone cord strap is
included for convenient cord storage.
Twist-lock stainless steel
blending arm
Attaches onto the motor body with a
simple twist and rotates to lock into place.
The sharp stainless steel blade is covered
to help prevent splashing while blending.
Blending jar
700 mL BPA-free jar with lid.
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8 | IMMERSION BLENDER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result
in personal injury.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put
motor body, cord, or electrical plug of this Immersion
Blender in water or other liquid.
3. 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.
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4. This appliance can be used by children aged 8
years and above and persons with physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instructions concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure they do
not play with the appliance. Do not allow children to
use the Immersion Blender without supervision. Care
should be taken when used near children.
6. Always disconnect the Immersion Blender from the
supply if it is left unattended and before assembling,
disassembling or cleaning. Never leave the appliance
unattended while it is in operation.
7. Avoid contact with moving parts.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the
nearest Authorised Service Centre for examination,
repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
9. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
10. The use of attachments not recommended or sold
by the manufacturer may cause re, electric shock
or injury.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
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13. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including
the stove.
14. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a
tall container or make small quantities at a time to
reduce spillage.
15. Keep hands and utensils out of the container while
blending to prevent the possibility of severe injury
to persons or damage to the unit. A scraper may
be used, but must be used only when the unit is
not running.
16. Blades are sharp. Care should be taken when
handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the
bowl, and during cleaning.
17. Be careful if hot liquid is blended in the jar, as it can be
ejected out due to a sudden steaming.
18. This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces, or other
working environments
- farmhouses
- by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential
type environments
- bed and breakfast type environments.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is designed for household use only.
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Voltage: 220-240 Volts
Frequency: 50-60 Hertz
Wattage: 180 Watts
IMMERSION BLENDER SAFETY
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WASTE DISPOSAL
Disposal of packing material
The packing material is 100% recyclable
and is marked with the recycle symbol
. The various parts of the packing
must therefore be disposed of
responsibly and in full compliance
with local authority regulations
governing waste disposal.
Scrapping the product
- This appliance is marked in compliance
with European Directive 2012/19/EU,
Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
- By ensuring this product is disposed
of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling
of this product.
- The symbol on the product or
on the accompanying documentation
indicates that it should not be treated
as domestic waste but must be taken
to an appropriate collection centre
for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
For more detailed information about
treatment, recovery, and recycling of
this product, please contact your
local city ofce, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
NOTE: If the plug does not t in the
outlet, contact a qualied electrician.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
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12 | OPERATING YOUR IMMERSION BLENDER
ASSEMBLING THE IMMERSION BLENDER
Before using the KitchenAid Immersion
Blender for the rst time, wipe the motor
body and attachment adapters with a
clean, damp cloth to remove any dirt or
dust. Mild dish soap may be used, but do
not use abrasive cleansers.
NOTE: Do not immerse the motor
body or the adapters in water.
Dry with a soft cloth. Wash all the other
attachments and accessories by hand
or in the top rack of the dishwasher.
Dry thoroughly.
NOTE: Always be sure to unplug
the power cord from the wall
socket before installing or removing
attachments.
33 cm blending arm
attachment*
Bell guard*
Easily snaps onto bell blade and provides
protection to blades while the Immersion
Blender is not in use.
Pan guard*
The pan guard snaps onto any of the
included bell blades and provides
protection to the Immersion Blender and
your cookware.
NOTE: Ensure bell guard is installed
with the mounting clips positioned
between the ports on the bell blades.
NOTE: Ensure pan guard is installed
with the mounting clips positioned
between the ports on the bell blades.
Port
Port
*Not available on all models
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Port
Port
Use the blending arm attachment for smoothies, milkshakes, soup, cooked
vegetables, frosting, or baby food.
OPERATING YOUR IMMERSION BLENDER
USING THE BLENDING ARM
1
OPTIONAL: If using the 33 cm
blending arm (not available on all
models), insert blending arm into bell
blade and twist to lock until it clicks.
2Insert blending arm into motor body
and twist to lock until it clicks.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an earthed outlet.
Do not remove earth 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.
3Plug the electrical cord into an
earthed outlet.
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