KitchenAid KHBV53BM, KHBV53IC Owner's Manual

Corded Hand Blender

KHBV53

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PARTS AND FEATURES

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1 Variable speed controller
2 Speed controller guard
3 Motor body
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Blending arm 8" (20.3 cm)

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5 Pan guard - Use the pan guard to

avoid damage to cookware while
using the Hand Blender

6 Mounting clips
7 Power cord (5 ft.)
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3 cup (700 ml) BPA-free Blending jar with
lid

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PRODUCT SAFETY

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 motor body, cord, or
electrical plug of this Hand Blender in water or other liquid.

3. This appliance should not be used by children and care should be taken when
used near children.

4. Avoid contacting moving parts.

5. 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.

6. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

7. 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.

8. Do not use the appliance outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

10. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.

11. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make
small quantities at a time to reduce spillage.

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PRODUCT SAFETY

12. Keeps 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.

13. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This product is designed for household use only.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Voltage: 120 V
Frequency: 60 Hz
Wattage: 180 Watts

NOTE: Your product has a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician.
Do not modify the plug in any way.

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.

Use the product power cord to reduce the
risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.

NOTE: Maximum rating is based on
the chopper accessory, included with

KitchenAid® model KHBBV83.
Other attachments may draw different
power or current.

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PRODUCT USAGE

Before first use, clean all parts (see “Care and Cleaning” section).

ASSEMBLING THE BLENDING ARM

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the Hand Blender, before attaching or removing parts.

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Insert the Blending arm into the Motor
body and twist until it clicks to lock in
place.

NOTE: U.S. patent pending removable pan guard to help protect your cookware.

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If using a Pan guard, place it on a flat
surface.
To insert the Pan guard, angle the
blending arm to one side of the mounting
clip. Then, gently pull the other mounting
clip outward and push down the blending
arm. Ensure the mounting clips are
secured into place.

USING THE BLENDING ARM

Use for smoothies, milkshakes, soup, cooked vegetables, frosting, or baby food, etc.

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Plug the Hand Blender into a grounded
electrical outlet.

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PRODUCT USAGE

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Blending

Insert the Hand Blender into the mixture.
Press the Variable speed controller to
start.
Use your free hand to cover the top of
the blending jar for better stability and
avoid splashing.

NOTE: Do not immerse Motor body into
liquids or other mixtures.

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Wrist

movement

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Drawing up

Use the draw up motion with the Hand
Blender to move the ingredients within
the jar.
Slowly draw it upwards against the side
of the jar. Repeat the process until the
ingredients are at the desired consistency.

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Release the Variable speed controller to
With your wrist, make a circular motion to
draw the Hand Blender up slightly and let
it blend again into the ingredients.

NOTE: Chopper and Whisk accessories included with KitchenAid® Model KHBBV83 can
be used on this model.

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stop; then remove Hand Blender from

mixture.

Unplug the Hand Blender before

removing or attaching the parts.

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CARE AND CLEANING

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the Hand Blender before attaching or removing parts.

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Dishwasher safe parts - top rack only:
Blending jar, Lid, and Pan guard in the
top rack.
Wash Blending arm in hot, soapy water.

For detailed information on the Hand Blender:

Visit www.kitchenaid.com/quickstart for additional instructions with videos, inspiring
recipes, and tips on how to use and clean your Hand Blender.

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Wipe the Motor body with a damp cloth.

Mild dish soap may be used, but do not

use abrasive cleansers.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Solution

Check to see if the Hand Blender is securely plugged into

If the Hand Blender fails to start:

If the Hand Blender stops while
blending:

If the problem cannot be
corrected:

a grounded electrical outlet.
If you have a circuit breaker box, check to make sure that

the circuit is closed.
When overloaded or jammed, it will automatically shut off

to prevent motor damage. Divide contents into smaller
batches. For certain recipes, adding liquid in the Jar may
also reduce the load.

See the “Warranty and Service” section.
Do not return the Hand Blender to the retailer. Retailers
do not provide service.

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE

KITCHENAID® HAND BLENDER WARRANTY FOR THE 50 UNITED
STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, PUERTO RICO, AND CANADA

This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Hand Blenders
operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.

Length of Warranty: One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.
KitchenAid Will Pay

for Your Choice of:

KitchenAid Will
Not Pay for:

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXCLUDED
TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY
BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD
ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.

IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE
TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA
DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Hassle-Free Replacement of your Hand Blender. See the
next page for details on how to arrange for service, or
call the Customer eXperience Center
toll-free at 1.800.541.6390.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct
defects in materials and workmanship.
Service must be provided by an Authorized
KitchenAid Service Center.

A. Repairs when your Hand Blender is used in

other than normal single family home use.

B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration,

misuse or abuse.

C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your Hand

Blender to an Authorized Service Center.

D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for

Hand Blenders operated outside the 50 United
States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico,
and Canada.

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY – 50 UNITED STATES,
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND PUERTO RICO

We’re so confident the quality of our
products meets the exacting standards
of KitchenAid that, if your Hand
Blender should fail within the first year
of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange
to deliver an identical or comparable
replacement to your door free of charge
and arrange to have your original
Hand Blender returned to us. Your
replacement unit will also be covered by
our one year limited warranty.

If your Hand Blender should fail within
the first year of ownership, simply call
our toll-free Customer eXperience

Center at 1.800.541.6390 Monday
through Friday. Please have your original
sales receipt available when you call.
Proof of purchase will be required to
initiate the claim. Give the consultant
your complete shipping address. (No
P.O. Box numbers, please.)

When you receive your replacement
Hand Blender, use the carton, packing
materials, and prepaid shipping label to
pack up your original Hand Blender and
send it back to KitchenAid.

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY – CANADA

We’re so confident the quality of our
products meets the exacting standards
of the KitchenAid brand that, if your
Hand Blender should fail within the
first year of ownership, we will replace
your Hand Blender with an identical
or comparable replacement. Your
replacement unit will also be covered by
our one year limited warranty.

If your Hand Blender should fail within
the first year of ownership, simply call
our toll-free Customer eXperience
Center at 1.800.807.6777 Monday

through Friday. Please have your original
sales receipt available when you call.
Proof of purchase will be required to
initiate the claim. Give the consultant
your complete shipping address.

When you receive your replacement
Hand Blender, use the carton, packing
materials, and prepaid shipping label to
pack up your original Hand Blender and
send it back to KitchenAid.

ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES, OR
ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

In the United States and Puerto Rico:

For service information, or to order
accessories or replacement parts, call
toll-free at 1.800.541.6390 or write to:

Customer eXperience Center,
KitchenAid Small Appliances,
P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218

®/™ ©2019 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. Used under license in Canada.

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Outside the United States and Puerto
Rico:

Consult your local KitchenAid dealer
or the store where you purchased the
Hand Blender for information on how to
obtain service.

For service information in Canada:
Call toll-free 1.800.807.6777.
For service information in Mexico:
Call toll-free 01.800.0022.767.

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