KitchenAid K45 Series Classic Stand Mixer User Guide

KitchenAid K45 Series Classic Stand Mixer

PARTS AND FEATURES

  • Bowl Clamping Plate
  • Beater Height Adjustment Screw (not shown)
  • Speed Control Lever
  • Motor Head
  • Attachment Hub
  • Attachment Knob
  • Motor Head (locking lever not shown)
  • Beater Shaft
  • Bowl**
  • Pouring Shield*
  • 2.8 L Stainless Steel Bowl*
  • Flat Beater*
  • Flex Edge Beater*
  • Wire Whip
  • Dough Hook
  • Pastry Beater* and Scraper
    *Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.
    **The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
    ***Can also be used to scrape your Bowl.

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 Stand Mixer 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 are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
  4. Turn the appliance OFF/0, 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.
  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 is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
  7. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
  8. Do not use the Stand Mixer outdoors.
  9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter.
  10. Remove the Beaters, Pastry Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook from the Stand Mixer before washing.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Voltage: 120 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Wattage: 275 Watts MAX for models
    • K45, KSM45-KSM80
    • 300 Watts MAX for models KSM85-KSM110
    • 325 Watts MAX for models KSM120-KSM200
  • NOTE: The power rating for your Stand Mixer is printed on the serial plate. 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.The maximum rating is based on the attachment that draws the greatest load (power). Other recommended attachments may draw significantly less power.

ACCESSORY GUIDE

ACCESSORY USE TO MIX SUGGESTED ITEMS
Flat Beater* Flex Edge Beater* Normal to heavy mixtures Cakes, creamed frostings, candies, cookies, biscuits, pie pastry, meatloaf, mashed potatoes.
 

Pastry Beater*

 Cut butter into flour For pie dough, biscuits and other pastries, mashing fruits and vegetables, and shredding meats.
 

Wire Whip

 Mixtures that need air incorporated Eggs, egg whites, heavy cream, boiled frostings, sponge cakes, mayonnaise, some candies.
 

Dough Hook

 Mixing and kneading yeast doughs  

Breads, rolls, pizza dough, buns.

SPEED CONTROL GUIDE

Note: The Speed Control Lever can be set to obtain speeds 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 if a finer adjustment is required. Do not exceed Speed 2 when preparing yeast doughs as this may cause damage to the Stand Mixer.

SPEED ACCESSORY ACTION DESCRIPTION
Stir  

Flat Beater*

Flex Edge Beater*

  

STIR

  

For starting all mixing procedures, slow stirring, and combining.

1
 

 

 

2

  

Pastry Beater*

  

STIR

 Cut butter into flour to make pastry dough; Mash fruits and vegetables.
Flat Beater*

Flex Edge Beater*

  

 

SLOW MIXING

 For slow mixing, mashing, and faster stirring.
 

Dough Hook

 To mix and knead yeast doughs, heavy batters, and candies; mix thin or splashy batters.
 

 

 

4

 Flat Beater*

Flex Edge Beater*

  

 

MIXING, BEATING

 For mixing semi-heavy batters, such as cookies, or to combine sugar and

shortening. Medium speed for cake mixes.

Pastry Beater* For shredding meats.
Wire Whip For adding sugar to egg whites for meringues.
 

 

 

6

  

Flat Beater*

Flex Edge Beater*

  

 

BEATING, CREAMING

 For medium-fast beating  (creaming), or whipping. Use to finish mixing cake,

doughnut, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes.

 

Wire Whip

 For medium-fast whipping of ingredients requiring incorporation of air, such as egg whites.
 

8

  

Wire Whip

 FAST BEATING, WHIPPING For whipping cream, egg whites, and boiled frostings.

NOTE: To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.

PRODUCT ASSEMBLY

  1. Turn the Stand Mixer “OFF/0” and then Unplug.
  2. Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock** the head to keep it lifted.
    *Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory. **Locking option is available on select models.
  3. Place the Bowl* on the Clamping Plate and twist to lock in place.
  4. Slide and rotate the accessory, aligning over the pin on the shaft.
  5. Unlock the Motor Head and move it down. Then, lock** the head to keep it down. Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise the Motor Head.(OPTIONAL) To adjust Beater to Bowl Clearance: Tilt and lock** the Motor Head back. Turn the screw slightly counterclockwise (left) to raise the beater, or clockwise (right) to lower it. NOTE: If you over-adjust the screw, the Bowl Lock Lever may not lock into place.


    (OPTIONAL) Place the Pouring Shield***: From the front of the Stand Mixer, place the Pouring Shield onto the bowl so that the Motor Head covers the u-shaped gap in the shield. This will position the Pouring Chute just to the right of the Attachment Hub as you face the mixer. Press lightly so that the Easy Snap tabs snap the shield onto the Bowl.


    *The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.**Locking option is available on select models.***Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

PRODUCT USAGE

  1. Plug it into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Start with lower speed to avoid splashing, and increase speed gradually. Refer to the “Speed Control Guide”.
  2. Do not scrape the Bowl* while operating. Scraping the Bowl* once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient.
  3. (OPTIONAL): Pour ingredients into the Bowl* through the Pouring Chute.
    *The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

PRODUCT DISASSEMBLY

  1. Turn the Stand Mixer “OFF/0” and unplug. Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock* the head to keep it lifted.(OPTIONAL): Lift the front of the Pouring Shield** clear of the rim of the Bowl***. Pull away from the Stand Mixer.

  2. Press the accessory upward, turn it and pull it away from the Beater Shaft.
  3. Twist to unlock the Bowl*** from the Clamping Plate.

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

KitchenAid offers a wide range of optional attachments such as the Spiralizer, Pasta Cutters, or Food Grinder that may be attached to the Stand Mixer attachment power hub as shown here.

  1. Turn the Stand Mixer “OFF/0” and then Unplug.
  2. Remove the Attachment Hub cover.
    *Locking option is available on select models.**Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory. ***The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
  3. Insert attachment into Attachment Hub, making certain that attachment power shaft fits into the square Attachment Hub socket.
  4. Tighten the Attachment Knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is secured to the Stand Mixer.

CARE AND CLEANING

IMPORTANT: Do not immerse the Stand Mixer body in water or other liquids.

  1. Turn the Stand Mixer “OFF/0” and then Unplug.
  2. Dishwasher-safe parts, top rack only: Stainless Steel Bowl, Bowl*, Flat Beater**, Dough Hook, Flex Edge Beater**, Pouring Shield**, Pastry Beater**, and Scraper**.
  3. Wipe the Stand Mixer body with a soft, damp cloth.
  4. Clean the Wire Whip thoroughly with hot sudsy water and hand wash only.
    *The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
    **Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Solution
If Stand Mixer warms up during use: Under heavy loads with extended mixing time periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.
If the Flat Beater hits the Bowl: Stop the Stand Mixer. See the “Product Assembly” section and adjust the Beater to Bowl Clearance.
The Speed Control Lever does not move smoothly or easily: To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.
 

 

If your Stand Mixer should fail to operate, please check the following:

 Is the Stand Mixer plugged in?
Is the fuse in the circuit to the Stand Mixer in working order?   If you have a Circuit Breaker Box, be sure the circuit is  closed.
Turn off the Stand Mixer for 10-15 seconds, then turn it back on. If the Stand Mixer still does not start, allow it to cool for 30 minutes before turning it back on.

Note: If the problem cannot be corrected, See the “Warranty and Service” section. Do not return the Stand Mixer to the retailer; retailers do not provide service.

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.

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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