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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Blender ........................................................................................ 14
TROUBLESHOOTING
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BLENDER SAFETYBLENDER INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put
Blender in water or other liquid.
3. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts, and before cleaning.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate the Blender with a damaged cord or plug
or after appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged
in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized
Service Center for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
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BLENDER SAFETY
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
9. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to
reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to
the Blender. A scraper may be used but must be used
only when the Blender is not running.
10. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
11. Always operate Blender with cover in place.
12. The use of attachments not recommended by KitchenAid
may cause a risk of injury to persons.
13. Always operate Blender with cover securely in place and
be sure to use only the Hot Foods function when blending
hot foods.
14. Flashing light indicates ready to operate - avoid any contact
with blades or moveable parts.
15. This product is designed for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical requirements
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Wattage: 550Watts
Voltage: 220-240 Volts
Frequency: 50 Hz
NOTE: If the plug does not fit in the outlet,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify
the plug in any way. Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or serviceman install an outlet
near the appliance.
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CMD + SHIFT CLICK TO CHANGE COPY
PARTS AND FEATURES
ingredient cup
BPA Free
pitcher
Stainless
steel blade
Lid with
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Clean touch
control pad
Speed selection
buttons
Die-cast
metal base
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ASSEMBLING THE BLENDER
Preparing the Blender for use
Before First Use
Before using your Blender for the first time,
wipe Blender base with a warm damp cloth,
then wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry with
a soft cloth. Wash pitcher, lid, and ingredient
cup in warm, sudsy water (see “Care and
Cleaning” section). Rinse parts and wipe dry.
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Slot
Align the pitcher tabs with the slots on
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the base. The pitcher handle may be on
the right or left side of the blender base.
Rotate pitcher clockwise, approximately
2
1/8 turn until pitcher clicks into place.
Securely attach lid to pitcher, making
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sure the handle on the lid aligns with the
handle on the pitcher, as shown.
NOTE: When properly positioned, pitcher
will rest completely on Blender base. If not,
repeat steps 1 and 2.
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Adjust the length of the Blender power
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cord.
Before removing the pitcher from the
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base, always press POWER () to
stop the flashing lights and unplug the
power cord.
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OPERATING THE BLENDER
Using the Blender
Before Use
While the Blender Power indicator light
or the PULSE mode indicator light is on:
- Do not interfere with blade movement.
- Do not remove pitcher lid.
Before operating the Blender, make sure
the pitcher is properly locked onto the
Blender base.
The Blender has four speeds: CHOP (),
MIX (), PUREE (),and LIQUEFY ().
It also features 3 special functions: HOT
FOODS (
PULSE () mode.
) CRUSH ICE () and
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Before using the Blender, plug into a
1
grounded outlet, and press POWER
(). The Power indicator light will
flash when ready.
Press POWER ( ). The Power
3
indicator light will flash when ready.
Then press desired speed button for
continuous operation at that speed.
The white indicator light by the selected
speed will stay lit. You may change
settings without stopping by pressing
a new speed button.
Put ingredients in pitcher and firmly
2
secure lid around the entire opening
of the pitcher.
NOTE: The Blender will operate only
when pressing the POWER
(Power LED will flash) before selecting
the desired speed.
()
button
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OPERATING THE BLENDER
When finished, press POWER ( )
4
to stop the Blender, then press
POWER ( ) a second time to turn
off. Unplug Blender before removing
the pitcher.
Then lift the lid from the side to remove
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completely from the pitcher.
To remove the lid, first use the loop
5
on the back of the lid to lift the lid and
break the seal.
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OPERATING THE BLENDEROPERATING THE BLENDER
Using the Hot Foods function
IMPORTANT: If blending hot foods or liquids – such as soups or sauces – be sure that
the lid is securely in place and use only the HOT FOODS () function.
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Before operating the Blender, make sure
1
the pitcher is properly positioned on
the base.
Press POWER ( ), then press
3
the HOT FOODS () button.
The indicator light above the Hot
Foods button will light up. The Hot
Foods feature starts at a low speed
and slowly ramps up to higher speeds
over 90 seconds to avoid splashing of
hot liquids.
Put ingredients into the pitcher, and
2
securely attach lid to pitcher, making
sure the handle on the lid aligns with
the handle on the pitcher, as shown.
When the Hot Foods function is
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finished, the Blender will stop.
Press the POWER ( ) button
to turn off. Unplug Blender before
removing the pitcher.
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OPERATING THE BLENDER
Using the Crush Ice function
Your Blender offers a CRUSH ICE () function. When selected, the Blender will automatically
pulse for 30 seconds at staggered intervals at the optimal speed for crushing ice or other ingredients.
Before operating the Blender, make sure
1
the pitcher is properly positioned on
the base.
Press POWER ( ), then press CRUSH
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ICE (). The CRUSH ICE function is
a timed function.
TIP: Process up to 1/2 standard ice cube tray or 6 to 7 standard ice cubes
at a time. Occasional stirring with a spatula will be helpful only when Blender
is off. The CRUSH ICE () feature has been optimized to crush and chop ice
without adding any liquid ingredients.
Put ingredients into the pitcher and
2
firmly place lid. Use up to 1/2 tray
of cubed ice.
When the timed function is finished, the
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Blender will stop. Press POWER ( )
to turn off. Unplug Blender before
removing the pitcher.
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OPERATING THE BLENDER
Using the Pulse function
Your Blender offers a PULSE () function, which allows a “Pulse-at-any-speed” feature.
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Before operating the Blender, make sure
1
the pitcher is properly positioned on
the base.
NOTE: PULSE mode will not work with the HOT FOODS ( ) or
CRUSH ICE ( ) modes.
Press POWER ( ), then press
3
PULSE (). The indicator lights
above the Pulse button and all four
speeds will blink to indicate that all four
speeds are in the PULSE () mode.
Put ingredients into the pitcher and
2
firmly place lid.
Press and hold a speed button for
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the desired length of time. Both the
speed button and PULSE () mode
indicators will stay lit when pulsing.
Blending will stop when Pulse button
is released and the Pulse indicator
will resume blinking. To pulse again at
another speed, just press and hold the
desired speed button.
When finished, press POWER ( )
5
to turn off. Unplug Blender before
removing the pitcher.
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OPERATING THE BLENDER
Using the Blender pitcher ingredient cup and Soft Start
blending feature
• The Blender pitcher ingredient cup can
be used to measure and add ingredients.
Remove cup and add ingredients at
CHOP () or MIX () speeds. When
operating at higher speeds with a full
pitcher or with hot contents, stop the
Blender and then add ingredients.
IMPORTANT: If blending hot foods or
liquids, be sure that the lid is securely in
place and use only the HOT FOODS ()
function.
Speed control guide
SpeedItem
Soup
Hot sauces (gravy,
HOT FOODS
CHOP
MIX
PUREE
LIQUIFY
CRUSH ICE
PULSE
white sauce)
Hot Drinks
Chopped fruits
Chopped vegetables
Fruit juice from
frozen concentrate
Salad dressing
OatmealPureed fruit/Baby food
Blended ice drink
Frozen yogurtbased drink
Fruit-based drink (thin)
Ice milk-based drink
Sherbet-based drink
Crushed IceFinely chopped
Chopped fruits
Chopped vegetables
Meat salad for
sandwich lling
GravyPancake batter
Pureed meat/Baby
food meat
Pureed vegetables/
Baby food vegetables
Fluffy gelatin for
pie/desserts
Cheesecake
Mousse
fresh fruits
Finely chopped
fresh vegetables
Meat salad for
sandwich lling
• The Soft Start blending feature
automatically starts the Blender at a
lower speed to draw ingredients into
the blades, then quickly increases to the
selected speed for optimal performance.
The Soft Start blending feature only
works when a speed is selected and
does not work with the PULSE ()
mode or CRUSH ICE () features.
Pesto
Dips
Cold fruit or
vegetable sauce
Wafe batter
Grated hard cheese
Frozen chopped fruit
(defrost slightly until it
can be probed with a
knife tip)
Savory crumb topping
Sweet crumb topping
Savory crumb
topping
Sweet crumb topping
Smooth ricotta or
cottage cheese
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TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTSOPERATING THE BLENDER
Quick tips
• If you’re making beverages using ice,
start with CRUSH ICE (), then finish
with LIQUIFY () in order to produce
a smoother texture.
• Ice directly from the freezer will crush
better than partially melted ice for snow.
• Smaller ice cubes can be chopped or
crushed faster than large ones.
• For many ingredient mixtures, start
the blending process at CHOP () to
thoroughly combine the ingredients. Then
increase to a higher speed, as desired.
How to...
• If desired, remove center ingredient cup
of pitcher lid to add liquids or ice cubes
while the Blender is operating at
CHOP () or MIX () speeds.
• Stop the Blender before using utensils
in the pitcher. Use a rubber spatula to mix
ingredients only when the Blender is off.
Never use any utensil, including spatulas,
in the pitcher while the motor is running.
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Dissolve flavored gelatin: Pour boiling
water into the pitcher; add gelatin. Blend
on HOT FOODS () until gelatin is
dissolved, about 10 to 30 seconds. Add
other ingredients.
Make cookie, cracker, or bread crumbs:
Break cookies, crackers, or bread into pieces
about 4 cm in diameter. Place in pitcher. In
PULSE () mode, cover and pulse a few
times, about 3 seconds each time, until
reaching desired consistency.
Make finer crumbs for pie and dessert
crusts: Break cookies, crackers, or bread
into pieces about 4 cm in diameter and place
in the pitcher. In PULSE () mode, cover
and pulse a few times until reaching desired
consistency, about 20 to 30 seconds.
Chop fruits and vegetables: Put 2 cups
(475 mL) of fruit or vegetable chunks in
pitcher. In PULSE () mode, cover and blend
at LIQUIFY ( ) pulsing a few times, about
2 to 3 seconds each time, until reaching
desired consistency.
Puree fruits: Place 2 cups (475 mL)
canned or cooked fruit in pitcher. Add 2
to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) fruit juice
or water per cup (240 mL) of fruit. Cover
and blend at PUREE () about 5 to
10 seconds.
Puree vegetables: Place 2 cups (475 mL)
canned or cooked vegetables in pitcher. Add
2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 ml) broth,
water, or milk per cup (240 mL) of
vegetables. Cover and blend at PUREE ()
about 10 to 20 seconds.
Puree meats: Place cooked, cubed, tender
meat in pitcher. Add 3 to 4 tablespoons
(45 to 60 mL) broth, water, or milk per
cup (240 mL) of meat. Cover and blend on
CHOP () 10 seconds. Stop the Blender
and scrape sides of pitcher. Cover and blend
on PUREE () 10 to 20 seconds longer.
Take lumps out of gravy: If sauce or
gravy becomes lumpy, place in the pitcher.
Cover and blend at MIX () until smooth,
about 5 to 10 seconds.
Combine flour and liquid for thickening:
Place flour and liquid in pitcher. Cover and
blend at MIX () until smooth, about 5 to
10 seconds.
Prepare white sauce: Place milk, flour, and
salt, if desired, in pitcher. Cover, and blend
at MIX () until well-mixed, about 5 to
10 seconds. Pour into saucepan and cook
as usual.
Make smoothies: Place liquids and frozen
ingredients in pitcher first, then add other
ingredients on top. Cover and blend on
CRUSH ICE () for 10 to 15 seconds,
then LIQUIFY () for 10 to 15 seconds,
as desired.
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TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS
Prepare pancake or waffle batter from
mix: Place mix and other ingredients in
pitcher. Cover and blend at MIX () until
well-mixed, 10 to 20 seconds. Stop the
Blender and scrape sides of the pitcher
as needed.
Grate cheese: Cut very cold cheese into
1.5 cm cubes. Place up to 1/2 cup (120 mL)
cheese in the pitcher. Cover, and blend at
LIQUIFY () about 5 to 10 seconds.
For hard cheeses, such as Parmesan, bring
to room temperature then blend at LIQUIFY
() for 10 to 15 seconds.
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Blender
The Blender pitcher can be easily cleaned while still attached to the base, or individually.
• Clean the Blender thoroughly after every use.
• Do not immerse the Blender base or cord in water.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads.
To clean the Blender base, control
1
band, cord, lid, and ingredient cup:
Unplug the Blender before cleaning.
Wipe with a warm, damp cloth; wipe
clean with a damp cloth, and dry with
a soft cloth.
To clean the pitcher while attached
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to the base: With the pitcher off of
the base, fill half full with warm (not
hot) water, and add 1 or 2 drops
of dishwashing liquid. Put the lid on
the pitcher and attach the pitcher to
the base, press the MIX () speed
setting, and run the Blender for 5 to 10
seconds. Remove the pitcher and rinse
with warm water.
IMPORTANT: Hand wash the lid and
ingredient cup for best results.
To clean pitcher individually: Wash
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pitcher in dishwasher flipped upside
down. Or handwash with soapy water,
rinse, and wipe dry.
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TROUBLESHOOTINGTIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS
IMPORTANT: The Blender will not operate at any speed unless the POWER
pressed first.
Blender does not operate when a setting is selected
Check to see if the Blender is plugged
into a grounded outlet. If it is, press
No indicator lights are lit.
All indicator lights are flashing at the
same time.
One indicator light is flashing alternately.
POWER
Plug it back in to the same outlet, and
Press POWER
does not work, check the fuse or circuit
breaker on the electrical circuit the
Blender is connected to and make sure
the circuit is closed.
If Blender is plugged in, but nothing
happens when POWER
all indicator lights are flashing, the motor
rotor may be locked. Press POWER
then unplug the Blender. Plug it back in;
then press POWER
desired speed.
If the Blender is plugged in, but will not
start and one light is flashing alternately
from all the other indicator lights, the
Blender may have a stuck key. Press
POWER
then unplug the Blender. Plug the Blender
back in and press POWER
back on to reset the stuck key.
()
; then unplug the Blender.
()
. If the Blender still
()
()
and select the
()
to turn off the Blender;
()
button is
is pressed, and
()
()
to turn
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Blender stops while blending
The Blender may be overloaded. If the
Blender becomes overloaded when
blending heavy ingredients, it will
automatically shut off to avoid damage to
the motor. Press POWER
the Blender and unplug the power cord.
Remove the pitcher assembly from the
All indicator lights are flashing
at the same time.
All indicator lights are flashing alternately.
If the problem cannot be fixed with the steps provided in this section, contact an authorized
service center.
base and divide contents into smaller
batches. Adding liquid to the pitcher may
also reduce the load on the Blender.
The Blender may be jammed. If it is
jammed, the Blender will stop running to
avoid damage to the motor. Press POWER
()
to reset the Blender and unplug the
power cord. Remove the pitcher assembly
from the base and, with a scraper, free
the blades by breaking-up or removing the
contents at the bottom of the pitcher.