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Question posted by missn2 on April 6th, 2012

Cannot Turn Mixer Off. Lever Will Not Stay In The Off Position.

Safety problem. Speed control lever will not stay in Off position. Is there an internal spring that holds it in Off, and might it be broken? Any recalls on these mixers for faulty speed levers?

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Instructions and Recipes - Page 1

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Instructions and Recipes - Page 2

... of the Consumer Product Safety Act. In the carton, include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with the unit. Please follow these instructions to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. Box Numbers, please.) When you use the carton and packing materials to pack-up your "failed" mixer. Before you receive your...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 3

... Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts 4 Electrical Requirements 5 Troubleshooting Problems 5 Mixer Features 6 How to Use the Mixer 8 To Attach TurboBeater™ Accessories 8 To Remove TurboBeater™ Accessories 8 To Operate the Speed Control 9 Speed Control Guide for 3-Speed Mixer 10 Speed Control Guide for 5-Speed Mixer 10 Accessories for your KitchenAid® Hand...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 4

... cord hang over the edge of table or counter. 10. We have provided many important safety messages in water or other utensils away from mixer before putting on your appliance. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 5

...INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for service. KitchenAid® Hand Mixer Warranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia This warranty extends to the purchaser...consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to arrange for mixers operated outside the 50 United States and District of Columbia. Some states do not allow...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 6

... before servicing. Box 218, St. Box 218, St. During the warranty period, all service must be returned to you prepaid and insured. KitchenAid® Hand Mixer Warranty for Puerto Rico A limited one year warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for information on how to or the store where...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 7

... be corrected with the above steps, see the KitchenAid Warranty on page 3. Do not return the mixer to operate, check the following: 1. Troubleshooting Problems If your mixer should malfunction or fail to the retailer - they do not provide service. 5 Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. If you ...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 8

... food collection. KHM3, KHM5TB & KHM5DH Hand Mixer Features The KitchenAid® Classic 3-Speed, Classic Plus 5-Speed and Ultra Power® 5-Speed Hand Mixers offer a host of conveniences, including a powerful yet lightweight motor, intuitive speed control, and easy-to maintain a steady beater speed when the firmness of your mixer have been built into KitchenAid® Stand Mixers since...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 9

...Holds mixer stable when not in use. Makes cleanup easy. Round Power Cord Round shape will not trap ingredients. Dough Hooks High-quality stainless steel designed to meet KitchenAid standards for optimum performance and durability. Included with model KHM5TB. Air Vents Positioned...& KHM5DH Hand Mixer Features Easy-To-Use Speed Control Features a positive "click" at each speed setting. Easy-To-...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 10

...each. WARNING Injury Hazard A B Unplug mixer before touching beaters. Make sure the Speed Control is in the "OFF" position. 2. To Remove Accessories 1. Insert the...broken bones, cuts or bruises. Line up the flanges on the accessory with a collar (D) into the smaller opening (A) of the hand mixer. Unplug the mixer from the mixer, then remove them. 8 The hand mixer...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 11

... mixing at the lowest speed by sliding the Speed Control backward as far as possible. To decrease the mixer speed, slide the Speed Control backward. 5. Make certain the Speed Control is in the mixer starting unexpectedly. 1. To Operate the Speed Control NOTE: When plugged in, an accidental touching of the Speed Control, or other circumstances, may result in the "OFF" position. 2.

Instructions and Recipes - Page 12

... and mousse mixtures. See "Accessories for Your KitchenAid® Hand Mixer" (page 11) for details and ordering information. Speed Control Guide for 3-Speed Mixer 3 2 1 OFF/O The Classic 3-Speed Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed to start mixing. See "Accessories for Your KitchenAid® Hand Mixer" (page 11) for details and ordering information. 10 Mix light...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 13

... Liquid Blender Rod attaches to 32 ounces of liquid. Pro Whisk Designed to mix up . Wipe mixer with a damp cloth. Also invaluable for the bread baker! then wipe clean with a warm, ..., or by hand in water. The stainless steel Dough Hooks enable your KitchenAid® Hand Mixer Liquid Blender Rod A great way to produce fluffier whipped cream and egg whites, the stainless ...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 14

...bagels or crackers, if desired. Place mayonnaise and gelatin mixture in salmon. Beat on Speed 1 about 1 minute, or until combined. Serve with mini-bagels or crackers, if ... 1-quart mold with crackers or cocktail breads, if desired. Remove mousse from mold. Let stand 5 minutes until smooth. Beat on Speed 1 about 30 seconds, or until firm. Yield: 16 servings (1⁄4 cup per serving...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 15

... medium heat until dough is smooth and elastic. Add egg and hot pepper sauce. Knead on Speed 3 about 1 hour, or until golden brown. Cover. Punch dough down. Continuing on wire...into 9x5-inch loaf. Combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in greased bowl, turning to mixer. Serve warm. Set aside. Cover. Continue heating to 120°F to flour mixture. Let ...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 16

...Punch dough down. Cover. Place milk, sugar, salt, and margarine in greased bowl, turning to 40 minutes, or until margarine melts and sugar dissolves, stirring frequently. Dough will ... until blended. Add to mixer. Continuing on wire rack. Let rise in warm place, free from pan immediately and cool on Speed 3, add remaining flour, 1⁄4 cup at Speed 3 about 2 minutes, or...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 17

...black pepper 1⁄4-1⁄3 cup lowfat milk, warmed Drain potatoes well. Continuing on Speed 1 about 1⁄2 cup per serving). Serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings (about 1⁄2 cup ...15 seconds, or until potatoes are broken up. Per serving: About 140 cal, 3 g pro, 20 g carb, 6 g total fat, 1 g sat fat, 0 mg chol, 222 mg sod. Beat on Speed 1, slowly add milk. Yield: ...

Instructions and Recipes - Page 18

Bring to 20 seconds, or until broken up. Set aside. Cook and stir about 1 minute. Beat on Speed 1 about 15 seconds, or until onion is soft. Spoon ..., or until blended. Remove squash; Meanwhile, melt 2 teaspoons margarine in large bowl. Beat on Speed 1 about 15 seconds, or until smooth. Beat on Speed 3 about 30 seconds, or until combined. Bake at 350°F for 15 to a boil....

Instructions and Recipes - Page 24

...sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Refrigerate until smooth and melted, stirring 3⁄4 cup semi-sweet constantly. Continuing on Speed 3, add sugar, 1 tablespoon at 275°F for 6 to room chocolate chips temperature, about 1 minute, or until...small saucepan. Spoon or pipe meringue into each Meringue Dessert Tart. Turn off oven and let meringues stand in large bowl.

Instructions and Recipes - Page 26

...Yield: 16 servings (frosting for 30 to 60 seconds, or until blended. Let stand 10 minutes. Add oatmeal. Beat on Speed 1 about 30 seconds, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Per ...g carb, 9 g total fat, 2 g sat fat, 27 mg chol, 206 mg sod. Beat on Speed 3 about 1 minute, or until smooth and creamy. Frost with Maple Buttercream Frosting (below), if desired. VARIATIONS...

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