KitchenAid KPCB348SPM1, KPCB348SOB1, KPCB348PPM1, KPCB348POB1, KPCB348PNP1 Owner’s Manual

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Introduction ...................................................... 2

Blender Safety ................... 5

Important Safeguards ............................................................ 6

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration ........................... 7

Electrical Requirements ........................... 8

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Blender Features ................................. 10

Using the Blender

Before First Use .............................................................. 13

Operating the Blender ........................... 13

Using the Pulse Feature ............ 15

Using the Ingredient Cap ............................................ 15

Overload, Jam, and Thermal Safeguards ...................... 15

Power-On Safeguard .................................................. 15

Speed Control Guide ................................................ 16

Operating Tips ........................................................ 17

Food Prep Tips ..................... 19

Care & Cleaning ................................................................ 22

Troubleshooting .................................................................... 23

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Cocktails & Dessert Drinks

Brandy Alexander ...................................................... 26

Caramel Irish Coffee Froth .......................................... 27

Egg Nog Shake .......................................................... 28

Frozen Daiquiri .......................................................... 29

Frozen Peach Daiquiri ................................................ 29

Frozen Strawberry Basil Daiquiri .................................. 29

Frozen Dark Russian .................................................... 30

Frozen White Russian .................................................. 30

Hard Cranberry Orange Breeze .................................... 31

Mango Peach Flip ...................................................... 32

Margarita .................................................................. 33

Peach Margarita ........................................................ 33

Strawberry Margarita .................................................. 33

Mojito Slush ............................................................ 34

Peach Bellini .............................................................. 35

Peppered Grasshopper ................................................ 36

Raspberry Bellini ........................................................ 37

Rum Mocha Freeze .................................................... 38

Hot Drinks

Hot Mexican Mocha .................................................. 39

Triple Hot Chocolate .................................................. 40

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Smoothies

Fresh Berry Malt ................................................ 41

Mango Ginger Shake .................................................. 42

Banana Ginger Shake .................................................. 42

Peanut Butter-Banana Breakfast Shake ........................ 43

Raspberry Breakfast Refresher ...................................... 44

Sherbet Melon Cooler ................................................ 45

Lime Sherbet Melon Cooler ........................................ 45

Strawberry-Banana Smoothie ...................................... 46

Dips & Spreads

Baba Ghanoush .......................................................... 47

Cardamom-Orange Fruit Dip ...................................... 48

Crab Spread .............................................................. 49

Hummus .................................................................... 50

Layered Mexican Dip .................................................. 51

Mixed Olive Tapenade ................................................ 52

Roasted Red Pepper Basil Spread ................................ 53

Sauces & Dressings

Blue Cheese Dressing .................................................. 54

Cardamom-Orange Salad Dressing .............................. 55

Chipolte Tomato Dressing .......................................... 56

Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette .................................... 57

Roasted Tomatllo Salsa .............................................. 58

Three-Herb Pesto ........................................................ 59

Soups

Avocado Lime Soup ............................................ 60

Cheddar Potato Leek Soup .......................................... 61

Curried Carrot Soup .................................................... 62

Gazpacho .................................................................. 63

Mushroom Soup ........................................................ 64

Roasted Butternut & Apple Soup ................................ 65

Pancakes & Waffles

Basic Pancakes .......................................................... 66

Basic Waffles .............................................................. 67

Buttermilk Pancakes .................................................... 68

Oatmeal-Raisin Pancakes ............................................ 69

Toasted Walnut Pumpkin Waffles ................................ 70

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Warranty for the 50 United States & District of Columbia .... 72

Warranty for Puerto Rico ................... 73

Arranging for Hassle-Free Replacement ................................ 73

Ordering Accessories & Replacement Parts ............................ 74

Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires ....... 74

Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States

& Puerto Rico ........................................................................ 75

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.

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:

follow instructions,

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

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.

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

Readall instructions.

To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the

Blender in water or other liquids.

Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used

by or near children. Unplug the Blender from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

Avoid contact with moving parts.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

Do not use outdoors.

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Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Keep hands and utensils out of the 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. Bladesare sharp. Handle carefully. Always operate the Blender with the cover in place. When blending hot liquids, remove the center piece of the two-piece cover. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by KitchenAid may cause a risk of injury to persons. This product is designed for household use only.

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Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of

purchase of your Blender. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service.

Pleasecomplete the following for your personal records: Model Number: Chef's Blender KPCB348

Bar Blender KPCB148

Before you use your Blender, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not verify your warranty.

Serial Number

Date Purchased

Store Name

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Volts: 120 V.A.C. only.

Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: This Blender has a

3 prong grounded plug. 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, contact a

qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk

resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 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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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.

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Model KPCB348

Chef's Blender

Outstanding Performance Designed to provide commercial durability for the home chef, the robust design handles job after job with outstanding results. It thoroughly blends frozen drinks and pur6es sauces and soups in

about 20 seconds.

Die-Cast Metal Base Incredibly stable, the metal base stands up to the most intensive

use while providing quiet operation. Rubber feet protect the countertop and eliminate "walk" during blending.

Powerful Motor Motor generates more than 1 peak horsepower and is capable of

speeds up to 21,000 rpm. High-efficiency fan and airflow design ensures cool operation.

Model KPCB148

Bar Blender

48 oz. Clear Polycarbonate or Stainless Steel Jar The 6-cup (48 oz.) jars are dishwasher-safe. Each features a comfortable handle. The polycarbonate jar includes a durable, soft-grip handle covering for additional comfort. The jar collar, blade assembly, and seals are built into the jar for strength, durability, and water-tight performance.

Patented One-Piece Blade Extra-thick, corrosion-resistant stainless steel blade

has sharpened edges and high blade angles for extreme performance and long life. The blade is

specially balanced to reduce vibration and minimize bearing wear. The all stainless steel blade assembly includes ball bearings for maximum efficiency and durability.

Jar Lid with Removable 2 oz. Ingredient Cap Jar lid provides a strong seal, yet is easy to

remove. The lid's convenient ingredient cap makes

adding ingredients to the blender easy.With 1 and

2 ounce volume lines, the cap doubles as a handy

measuring cup.

Scalloped Inner Jar Collar and Base

The jar can be conveniently placed in any of

8 different positions on the base. The scalloped

design provides an incredibly stable and

secure coupling.

On/Off/Pulse Switch Heavy-duty toggle switch turns the blender on and

off. Blender can be pulsed by pressing the switch down momentarily. When pulsed, the blender operates at low speed for maximum control.

Speed Selection Buttons (Chef's Blender only) Low, Medium, and High speeds provide versatility

for every culinary task, from pur6eing sauces and

soups to blending frozen drinks. Indicator lights show the speed selected.

Single Speed Operation (Bar Blender only)

The Bar Blender's single speed is optimized for

quickly blending frozen drinks and crushing ice. To produce similar results with the Chef's Blender, use the High speed setting.

One-Step Operation Move the on/off/pulse switch to "On" or "Pulse", and the blender starts immediately. The Chef's Blender automatically starts at the Low speed setting; the Bar Blender will operate at high speed in the "On" position or low speed in the "Pulse" position. To start the Chef's Blender at the Medium or High speed settings, turn on the blender while pressing the desired speed selection button.

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Step Start TM Feature and Mixing Sensor Blender automatically starts at a slow speed to minimize splattering, then quickly steps up to the selected speed. The electronic mixing sensor adjusts power automatically when blending to compensate for light or heavy ingredients.

Overload, Jam, Thermal, and Power-On Safeguards If the blender isjammed, overloaded, or overheated, special electronic controls will shut off the unit to prevent damage. The power-on safeguard will prevent the blender from starting if it is pluggedqn with the on/off/pulse switch in the "On" position.

Under Base Cord Wrap Wrap keeps excesscord out of sight and out of the way.

Easy-to-Clean Design The smooth base and round power cord are easy to wipe clean. The jar and lid are dishwasher-safe. The blade assembly does not

need to be removed from the jar for cleaning.

Before First Use

Before using the blender for the first time, wash the blender

jar, lid, and ingredient cap in hot soapy water, then rinse and

dry. These parts can also be washed in the top or bottom rack of a dishwasher.

Operating the Blender

Uncoil the power cord from the storage area on the bottom of the blender base.

Make certain the On/Off/Pulse Switch is in the "Off" position.

:: Plug the power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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.

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ingredients.Placethelidontheblenderjar.

_;SelectotherspeedsontheChef'sBlenderbypushingthe

appropriateSpeedSelectionButton.Theindicatorlightswill showthecurrentspeedselected.

MovetheOn/Off/PulseSwitchtothe"On"positiontobegin

blending.TheChef'sBlenderwillautomaticallystartattheLow speedsetting.*TheBarBlenderwillrunathighspeed.

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"Off" position.

-A" To start the Chef's Blender at the Medium (Med) or High speed settings, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "On" position while pressing the desired Speed

Selection Button.

Using the Pulse Feature

To pulse the ingredients in the blender, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "Pulse" position and hold it for the desired length of time. The switch will instantly return to the "Off" position when released and the blender will stop. When pulsed, the blender operates at low speed for maximum control. The Pulse feature is great for blending jobs which require a delicate touch.

Overload, Jam, and Thermal Safeguards

The electronic controls of the blender will automatically shut off

the unit when:

_ The blender becomes overloaded due to a too-heavy

ingredient mixture.

_ The blender blades are jammed and will not rotate. _ The motor becomes overheated.

Using the Ingredient Cap

Ingredients can be added to the blender by removing the ingredient cap from the lid. To remove, rotate the cap counter-clockwise V2turn and lift. Featuring 1 and 2 oz. (30 and 60 ml) volume lines, the cap can be used as a convenient measuring cup.

NOTE: When operating the blender at higher speeds, with a full

jar, or with hot contents, stop blender before adding ingredients.

Pleaserefer to the troubleshooting section on page 23 for more information.

Power-On Safeguard

If the blender isplugged in with the On/Off/Pulse Switch in the "On" position, the blender will not start. Please refer to the troubleshooting section on page 24 for more information.

Speed Control Guide

NOTE: The Bar Blender runs at the equivalent of High speed in the "On" position and Low speed in the "Pulse" position.

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Chopped fruit ....................................................... Low or Pulse

Chopped ice.......................................................... Low or Pulse

Chopped vegetables .............................................. Low

Crushed/shaved ice................................................ Any Speed

Fruit juice from frozen concentrate ........................ Low or Pulse

Fruit-based drink ................................................... High

Grated hard cheese............................................... High

Gravy (to remove lumps) ....................................... Low

Ice cream/frozen yogurt/sherbet based drink ......... High

Mousse ................................................................. High

Pancake or waffle batter ....................................... Med or Pulse

Pur_ed cooked vegetables ..................................... Med or High

Pur_ed fruit ........................................................... Med or High

Smooth ricotta or cottage cheese.......................... Med or Pulse

Streusel or crumb topping ..................................... Low

Superfine sugar ..................................................... Low or Pulse

White sauce .......................................................... Low

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Ice (:an_e crushed or shaved at any speed. Processup to one standard ice cube tray or 12 to 14 standard ice cubes at a time.

No liquid needs to be added for processing.

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The ingredient cap can be removed and liquid or ice added to the Chef's Blender at the "'_,

Low speed setting• When operating the blender at higher speeds,with a full jar, or

with hot contents, stop the blender before adding ingredients• _,_

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_s including Stand Mixers and Food Processors,You'll also find additional recipes•

SpeedslistedarefortheChef'sBlender.TheBarBlenderrunsat

theequivalentofHighspeedinthe"On"positionandLowspeed

inthe"Pulse"position. Reconstitute Frozen Juice

Chop Fruits and Vegetables

Place2 cups of fruit or vegetable chunks in blender jar. Cover and pulse the blender a few times (about 2 to 3 seconds each time) until the desired consistency is reached.

Fora6or 12-oz.canoffrozenorangejuiceconcentrate,combine

thejuiceandthecorrectamountofwaterintheblenderjan

CoverandblendattheLoworPulsespeedsettinguntil

thoroughlycombined,about10to 15seconds.

Make Cookie and Graham Cracker Crumbs

Break larger cookies into pieces about 1_/_inches in diameter. Use smaller cookies as is. Place in blender jar. Cover and pulse the

blender a few times (about 3 seconds each time) until the desired consistency is reached. Use the crumbs to make a quick topping

for frozen yogurt, pudding, or a fruit compote. To make a finer

crumb for pie and dessert crusts, pulse a total of about 20 to 30 seconds, or until desired consistency is reached.

Make Cracker or Bread Crumbs

Follow the procedure for cookies and graham crackers. Use to top or as an ingredient in main dish casseroles and vegetable dishes.

Puree Fruits

Place2 cups of canned or cooked fruit in blender jar. Add 2 to 4

tablespoons of fruit juice or water per cup of fruit. Cover and blend

at the Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting about 5 to 10 seconds.

Puree Vegetables

Place2 cups of canned or cooked vegetables in blender jar. Add 2 to 4 tablespoons of broth, water, or milk per cup of vegetables. Cover and blend at the Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting

about 10 to 20 seconds.

Puree or Finely Chop Meats

Placecooked, cubed, tender meat in blender jar. Add 2 to 4

tablespoons of broth, water, or milk per cup of meat. Cover and

blend on the Low speed setting 10 seconds. Stop and scrape the sides of the blender jar. Cover and blend on the Medium (Med) or Pulsespeed setting 10 to 20 seconds longer.

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Puree Cottage Cheese or Ricotta Cheese

Place cottage cheese or ricotta cheese in blender jar. Cover and blend at the Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting until smooth, about 15 to 25 seconds. If necessary, add 1 tablespoon of skim milk per cup of cottage cheese. Use as a base for Iowfat dips and spreads.

Combine Liquid Ingredients for Baked Goods

Pour liquid ingredients into blender jar. Cover and blend at the High speed setting until well mixed, about 1 minute. Pour liquid mixture over dry ingredients and stir well.

Take Lumps Out of Gravy

If sauce or gravy becomes lumpy, place in blender jar. Place lid on jar, remove center ingredient cap, and blend at the Low or Pulse speed setting until smooth, about 5 to 10 seconds. Reheat if necessary.

Combine Flour and Liquid for Thickening

Place flour and liquid in blender jar. Cover and blend at the Low speed setting until smooth, about 3 to 5 seconds.

Prepare White Sauce

Placemilk, flour, and salt, if desired, in blender jar. Cover and blend at the Low speed setting until well mixed, about 3 to 5

seconds. Pour into saucepan, add other ingredients, heat, and stir

until thickened.

Prepare Pancake or Waffle Batter from Mix

Placemix and other ingredients in blender jar. Cover and blend at

the Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting until well mixed about

10 to 20 seconds; scrape sides of blender jar, if necessary.

Grate Hard Cheese

Bring cheese to room temperature. Cut cheeseinto _ito 1-inch cubes. Placeup to _i cup (2 to 3 oz.) cheese in the blender jar. Cover and blend at the High speed setting about 15 to 20 seconds.

Make Oatmeal for a Baby

Place uncooked rolled oats in blender jar. Pulsethe blender about 5 to 10 seconds, or until very finely chopped. Place in saucepan with liquid, and cook as usual.

Make Baby Food from Adult Food

Placeprepared adult food in blender jar. Cover and blend at the Low speed setting about 10 seconds. Then blend at the Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting about 10 to 30 seconds, or until

desired texture is reached.

Make Superfine Sugar

Place 1 cup sugar in blender jar. Cover and blend at the Low or Pulsespeed setting for 8 to 10 seconds. Use to sweeten cold liquids, such asfrozen blender drinks, because it dissolves almost immediately. May substitute cup for cup with granulated sugar.

_,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 blade assembly, place the jar on the blender base, fill halfway with warm - not hot - water, and add

1 or 2 drops of dishwashing liquid. Placethe lid on the jar and run the blender for 15 seconds at the Low (or Pulse) speed setting. Remove the blender jar and empty contents. Rinse the blade assembly with warm water until clean.

Wash the blender jar, jar lid, and ingredient cap in warm soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. These parts

can also be washed in the top or bottom rack of a dishwasher.

The blade assembly does not need to be removed from the jar for cleaning.

Unplug the blender before cleaning the base and cord.

Wipe the blender base and cord with a warm, sudsy cloth; wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

For storage, the cord can be coiled into the cord-wrap on the bottom of the base.

_ If the blender does not operate when switched on:

- Check to see if the blender is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If it is, unplug the blender, then plug it in to the same outlet again• If the blender still 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.

- The blender may be jammed or overheated. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "Off" position and refer to the troubleshooting instructions in the remainder of this section.

_ If the blender stops while blending:

- The blender may be jammed• If a foreign object or blender ingredients jam the blades, the blender will shut off to

prevent damage to the motor. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "Off" position to reset the blender• Remove

the jar from the base and free the blades by breaking-up or removing the contents at the bottom of the jar.

On the Chef's Blender, the high speed indicator light will flash when the blender is jammed or overheated.

The blender may be overheated• Ifthe motor exceedsa certain temperature, the thermal safeguard will engage to prevent damage• Thismay happen when blending multiple jars of

heavy ingredients for a prolonged period. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "Off" position• The thermal safeguard will prevent the blender from running until it is cool enough to operate safely•Let the blender cool for 30 minutes, then resume blending• If the blender does not start, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch back to the "Off" position and let the

blender cool for an additional 30 minutes.

On the Chef's Blender, the high speed

indicator light will flash when the blender is overheated or jammed.

The blender may be overloaded• If the blender slows excessively when blending heavy ingredients, it will shut off to prevent damage• Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the "Off" position to reset the blender• Remove the jar from the base and divide the jar contents into smaller

batches• Adding liquid to the jar may also reduce the load on the blender•

On the Chef's Blender, the low speed indicator light will flash when the

blender is overloaded.

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