KitchenAid KSM88 Owner's Manual

KSM88

INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCCIONES

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Stand Mixer Instructions
Table of Contents
STAND MIXER SAFETY
Important Safeguards........................................................................................................	4
Electrical Requirements....................................................................................................	5
PARTS AND FEATURES.......................................................................................................	6
SETTING UP YOUR STAND MIXER..................................................................................	7
USING YOUR STAND MIXER
Speed Control Guide........................................................................................................	9
Using Your KitchenAid® Accessories................................................................................	9
Attachments and Accessories.........................................................................................	10
CARE AND CLEANING......................................................................................................	11
TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS
Mixing Tips.....................................................................................................................	11
Egg Whites......................................................................................................................	12
Whipped Cream.............................................................................................................	12
WARRANTY AND SERVICE..............................................................................................	13

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Stand Mixer Safety

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1.Read all instructions.

2.To avoid risk of electrical shock, do not put Stand Mixer in water or other liquid.

3.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4.Unplug Stand Mixer from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

5.Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils, away from beater during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the Stand Mixer.

6.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

7.The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.

8.Do not use the Stand Mixer outdoors.

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

10.Remove flat beater, wire whip, or spiral dough hook from Stand Mixer before washing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Electrical Requirements

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Volts: 120 V.A.C. Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: The wattage rating for your Stand Mixer is printed on a tag under the mixer base. It is also listed on the trim band.

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.

The maximum rating is based on the attachment that draws the greatest load (power). Other recommended attachments may draw significantly less power.

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration

Always keep a copy of the itemized sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Stand Mixer. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Stand Mixer, 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. Please complete the following for your personal records:

Model Number_________________________________________________________

Serial Number_________________________________________________________

Date Purchased________________________________________________________

Store Name_ __________________________________________________________

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Parts and Features

Attachment Hub	Attachment
	Knob
Speed Control	Motor Head
Knob
(not shown)	Motor Head
Beater Shaft	Locking Lever
	Flat
Wire Whip	Beater

Flex Edge

Beater*

4.5 Quart (4.26 L) Polished Stainless Steel bowl

Bowl Clamping

Plate

Hook

3 Quart (2.84 L) *

Polished Stainless Pouring Shield* Steel bowl

*Included with select models only

NOTE: Recipe book included with select models.

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Setting Up Your Stand Mixer

Getting Started with your new Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

IMPORTANT SET-UP INFORMATION:

For best performance, please go through these quick steps before using your Stand Mixer

Step 1: Make sure Stand Mixer is turned to the OFF position and is unplugged.

Step 2: To Attach Bowl to Mixer

Tilt motor head back. Place bowl on bowl clamping plate. Turn bowl gently in the clockwise direction.

Off		On

Step 3: To Attach Beaters, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook

Tilt motor head back. Slip beater onto beater shaft and Pin press upward as far as possible. Turn beater to right,

hooking beater over pin on shaft.

Step 4: Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Speed Control

Step 5: To Operate Speed Control

Speed control lever should always be set on lowest speed for starting, then gradually moved to desired higher speed to avoid splashing ingredients out of bowl. See “Speed Control Guide” section.

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Setting Up Your Stand Mixer

Lock Unlock	Step 6: To Lock Motor Head
	1.	Make sure motor head is completely down.
	2.	Place locking lever in LOCK position.
	3.	Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise head.

Step 7: To Unlock Motor Head

Place lever in UNLOCK position.

NOTE: Motor head should always be kept in LOCK position when using mixer.

Step 8: Beater to Bowl Clearance.

Your Stand Mixer is adjusted at the factory so the beater just clears the bottom of the bowl. If, for any reason, the beater hits the bottom of the bowl or is too far away from the bowl, you can correct the clearance easily.

1.Turn speed control to OFF and unplug Stand Mixer.

2.Tilt motor head back.

3.Turn screw (A) SLIGHTLY counterclockwise (left)

to raise the beater or clockwise (right) to lower the beater.

A 4. Make adjustment so that the beater just clears the surface of the bowl. If you over adjust the screw, you may not be able to lock the motor head when it is lowered.

NOTE: When properly adjusted, the beater will not strike the bottom or side of the bowl. If the beater or the wire whip is adjusted so that it strikes the bowl, the coating may wear off the beater, or the wires on the whip may wear.

Congratulations. Your Stand Mixer is now set up and ready for use.

Step 9: To Remove Beaters, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook

Turn speed control to OFF and unplug Stand Mixer. Tilt motor head back. Press beater upward as far as possible and turn left. Pull beater from beater shaft.

Using Your Stand Mixer

NOTE: Do not scrape the bowl while the

Stand Mixer is operating.

The bowl and beater are designed to provide thorough mixing without frequent scraping. Scraping the bowl once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient. Turn the Stand

Mixer off before scraping.

IMPORTANT: The Stand Mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy load with extended mixing time, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the Stand Mixer. This is normal.

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Using Your Stand Mixer

Speed Control Guide

Speed	Use for	Description
Stir	Stirring	For slow stirring, combining, mashing, starting all mixing procedures.
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		ingredients, and combine heavy mixtures. Use with Ice Cream Maker
		attachment.
2	Slow Mixing	For slow mixing, mashing, faster stirring. Use to mix heavy batters and
		candies, start mashing potatoes or other vegetables, cut shortening into
		flour, mix thin or splashy batters, and mix and knead yeast dough.
4	Mixing,	For mixing semi-heavy batters, such as cookies. Use to combine
	Beating	sugar and shortening, and to add sugar to egg whites for meringues.
		Medium speed for cake mixes. Use with: Food Grinder, Rotor Slicer/
		Shredder, and Fruit/Vegetable Strainer.
6	Beating,	For medium fast beating (creaming) or whipping. Use to finish
	Creaming	mixing cake, doughnut, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes.
		Use with Citrus Juicer attachment.
8	Fast Beating,	For whipping cream, egg whites, and boiled frostings.
	Whipping
10	Fast Whipping	For whipping small amounts of cream or egg whites. Use with Pasta
		Maker and Grain Mill attachments.

NOTE: Mixer may not maintain fast speeds under heavy load, such as when the Pasta Maker or Grain Mill attachments are used. This is normal.

NOTE: The Speed Control Lever can be set between the speeds listed in the above chart to obtain speeds 3, 5, 7, and 9 if a finer adjustment is required.

Use Speed 2 when preparing yeast dough – using any other speed may damage the mixer.

Using Your KitchenAid® Accessories

Flex Edge Beater* and Flat Beater for normal to heavy mixtures:

cakes	biscuits	creamed frostings
quick breads	candies	meat loaf
cookies	pie pastry	mashed potatoes

Wire Whip for mixtures that need air incorporated:

eggs	sponge cakes	some candies
egg whites	angel food cakes	boiled frostings
heavy cream	mayonnaise

Dough Hook for mixing and kneading yeast doughs:

breads	coffee cakes
rolls	buns

*Included with select models only

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Using Your Stand Mixer

Attachments and Accessories

KitchenAid® attachments are designed

to assure long life. The attachment power shaft and hub socket are of a square design, to eliminate any possibility of slipping during the transmission of power to the attachment. The hub and shaft housing are tapered to assure a snug fit, even after prolonged use and wear. KitchenAid® attachments require no extra power unit to operate them; the power unit is built-in.

See the Stand Mixer attachment “Instructions” manual for speed settings and operating times.

	Hub	Attachment	Attachment
		Knob	Power Shaft‡

Notch Pin‡

Attachment

Hub Socket Attachment Shaft

Housing‡

‡Not part of mixer.

Step 1: Make sure the Stand Mixer is turned to the OFF position and is unplugged.

Step 2: To Attach

Loosen the attachment knob by turning it counterclockwise, and remove the attachment hub cover or flip up hinged hub cover. Insert the attachment shaft housing into the attachment hub, making certain the attachment power shaft fits into the square attachment hub socket.

It may be necessary to rotate the attachment back and forth. When the attachment is in proper position, the pin on the attachment will fit into the notch on the hub rim. Tighten the attachment knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is completely secured to mixer.

Step 3: Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Step 4: To Remove

Turn speed control to OFF and unplug Stand Mixer. Loosen the attachment knob by turning it counterclockwise. Rotate the attachment slightly back and forth while pulling it out. Replace the attachment hub cover. Tighten attachment knob by turning it clockwise.

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Care and Cleaning

Stainless Steel Bowls, Coated Flat Beater, Coated Dough Hook and Flex Edge Beater* may be washed in an automatic dishwasher. Or, clean them thoroughly in hot, sudsy water and rinse completely before drying. Wire Whip should be hand washed and dried immediately. Do not wash the Wire Whip or burnished mixing tools in the dishwasher. Do not store the beaters on the shaft.

*Included with select models only

NOTE: Always be sure to unplug the Stand Mixer before cleaning. Wipe the Stand Mixer with a soft, damp cloth.

Do not use household or commercial cleaners. Do not immerse in water. Wipe off the beater shaft frequently, removing any residue that may accumulate.

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Tips for Great Results

Mixing Tips

The “quick mix” method (sometimes referred to as the “dump” method) is ideal for simple cakes, such as the Quick Yellow Cake and Easy White Cake. This method calls for combining dry ingredients with most or all liquid ingredients in one step.

More elaborate cakes, such as tortes, should be prepared using the traditional cake mixing method. With this method, sugar and the shortening, butter, or margarine are thoroughly mixed (creamed) before other ingredients are added.

For all cakes, mixing times may change because your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer works more quickly than other mixers. In general, mixing

a cake with the KitchenAid® Stand Mixer will take about half the time called for in most traditional and non-packaged cake recipes.

To help determine the ideal mixing time, observe the batter or dough and mix only until it has the desired appearance described in your recipe, such as “smooth and creamy.”

To select the best mixing speeds, use the “Speed Control Guide” section.

Adding Ingredients

Always add ingredients as close to side of bowl as possible, not directly into the moving beater.

NOTE: If ingredients in very bottom of bowl are not thoroughly mixed, then the beater is not far enough into the bowl. See “Beater to bowl clearance” section.

Cake Mixes

When preparing packaged cake mixes, use Speed 2 for low speed, Speed 4 for medium speed, and Speed 6 for high speed. For best results, mix for the time stated on the package directions.

Adding Nuts, Raisins, or Candied Fruits

Follow individual recipes for guidelines on including these ingredients. In general, solid materials should be folded in the last few seconds of mixing on Stir Speed. The batter should be thick enough to prevent the fruit or nuts from sinking to the bottom of the pan during baking. Sticky fruits should be dusted with flour for better distribution in the batter.

Liquid Mixtures

Mixtures containing large amounts of liquid ingredients should be mixed at lower speeds to avoid splashing. Increase mixer speed only after the mixture has thickened.

NOTE: Please refer to the cookbook that came with your Stand Mixer for recommended recipes.

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Tips for Great Results

Egg Whites

Place room temperature egg whites in a clean, dry bowl. Attach bowl and Wire Whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to designated speed and whip to the desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT		SPEED
1	egg white.................	GRADUALLY to 10
2+	egg whites...............	GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

With your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer, egg whites whip quickly. So watch closely to avoid over whipping. This list tells you what to expect.

Frothy

Large, uneven air bubbles.

Begins to Hold Shape

Air bubbles are fine and compact; product is white.

Soft Peak

Tips of peaks fall over when Wire Whip is removed.

Almost Stiff

Sharp peaks form when Wire Whip is removed, but whites are actually soft.

Stiff but not Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when Wire Whip is removed. Whites are uniform in color and glisten.

Stiff and Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when Wire Whip is removed. Whites are speckled and dull in appearance.

Whipped Cream

Pour cold whipping cream into a chilled bowl. Attach bowl and Wire Whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to designated speed and whip to the desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT	SPEED
1/4 - 3/4 cup
(60 - 175 ml)....................	GRADUALLY to 10
1+ cup
(235 mL+).......................	GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

Watch the cream closely during whipping. Because your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer whips so quickly, there are just a few seconds between whipping stages. Look for these characteristics:

Begins to Thicken

Cream is thick and custard-like.

Holds its Shape

Cream forms soft peaks when Wire Whip is removed. Can be folded into other ingredients when making desserts and sauces.

Stiff

Cream stands in stiff, sharp peaks when Wire Whip is removed. Use for topping on cakes or desserts, or filling for cream puffs.

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Warranty and Service

KitchenAid® Stand Mixer 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 Stand Mixers 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	Hassle-Free Replacement of your Stand Mixer.
for Your Choice of:	See the next page for details on how to arrange for service,
	or call the Customer Satisfaction 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.
KitchenAid Will	A. Repairs when Stand Mixer is used in other than
Not Pay for:	normal single family home use.
	B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or
	abuse.
	C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your Stand
	Mixer to an Authorized Service Center.
	D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Stand
	Mixers operated outside the 50 United States,
	District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.

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.

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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 Stand Mixer

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 Stand Mixer returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty.

If your Stand Mixer 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 Stand Mixer, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original Stand Mixer 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 Stand Mixer should fail within the first year of ownership, we will replace your Stand Mixer with an identical or comparable replacement. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty.

If your Stand Mixer 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 Stand Mixer, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original Stand Mixer 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

Outside the United States and Puerto Rico:

Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the Stand Mixer 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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