KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 (01) PDF Document

When using the KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 blender, 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 the Blender in water or other liquid.

3. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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

5. Avoid contact with moving parts.

6. Do not operate the Blender with a damaged cord or plug or after appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

7. Do not use outdoors.

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

9. Keep hands and utensils out of 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.

10. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

11. Always operate Blender with cover in place.

12. The use of attachments not recommended by KitchenAid may cause a risk of injury to persons.

13. Always operate Blender with cover securely in place and be sure to use only the Hot Foods function when blending hot foods.

14. A flashing light indicates the blender is ready to operate. Avoid any contact with blades or moveable parts.

15. This product is designed for household use only.

The electrical requirements for the KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 are:

Wattage: 550 Watts

Voltage: 220-240 Volts

Frequency: 50 Hz

Electrical Shock Hazard Precautions:

• Plug into a grounded 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. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

The main parts and features of the KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 blender are:

• Lid with ingredient cup: A secure lid with a removable cup for adding ingredients while blending.

• BPA Free pitcher: The main container for blending ingredients.

• Stainless steel blade: Located inside the pitcher for chopping and blending.

• Clean touch control pad: The user interface with buttons for operation.

• Speed selection buttons: Buttons to choose the desired blending speed.

• Die-cast metal base: The heavy, stable base that houses the motor.

Before using your KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 blender for the first time, wipe the blender base with a warm damp cloth, then wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Wash the pitcher, lid, and ingredient cup in warm, sudsy water. Rinse parts and wipe dry.

To assemble the blender:

1. Align the pitcher tabs with the slots on the base. The pitcher handle can be on the right or left side of the blender base.

2. Rotate the pitcher clockwise, approximately 1/8 turn, until the pitcher clicks into place. When properly positioned, the pitcher will rest completely on the blender base. If not, repeat steps 1 and 2.

3. Adjust the length of the Blender power cord as needed.

4. Securely attach the lid to the pitcher, making sure the handle on the lid aligns with the handle on the pitcher.

5. Before removing the pitcher from the base, always press the POWER (power symbol) button to stop the flashing lights and unplug the power cord.

Before use, ensure the pitcher is properly locked onto the blender base and do not interfere with blade movement or remove the pitcher lid while the blender power light is on.

1. Before using the blender, plug it into a grounded outlet and press the POWER button. The Power indicator light will flash when ready.

2. Put ingredients in the pitcher and firmly secure the lid around the entire opening of the pitcher.

3. Press the POWER button again. The indicator light will flash when ready. Then press the desired speed button (CHOP, MIX, PUREE, or LIQUEFY) for continuous operation. The white indicator light by the selected speed will stay lit. You can change settings without stopping by pressing a new speed button.

4. When finished, press the POWER button to stop the blender.

5. Press the POWER button a second time to turn the unit off. Unplug the blender before removing the pitcher.

6. To remove the lid, first use the loop on the back of the lid to lift it and break the seal, then lift the lid from the side to remove it completely.

When blending hot foods or liquids like soups or sauces, ensure the lid is securely in place and only use the HOT FOODS function.

1. Before operating, make sure the pitcher is properly positioned on the base.

2. Put ingredients into the pitcher and securely attach the lid, making sure the handle on the lid aligns with the handle on the pitcher.

3. Press the POWER button, then press the HOT FOODS button. The indicator light above the Hot Foods button will light up. This feature starts at a low speed and slowly ramps up to higher speeds over 90 seconds to avoid splashing hot liquids.

4. When the Hot Foods function is finished, the blender will stop. Press the POWER button to turn it off. Unplug the blender before removing the pitcher.

The CRUSH ICE function on your KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 will automatically pulse for 30 seconds at staggered intervals for optimal ice crushing.

1. Make sure the pitcher is properly positioned on the base.

2. Put ingredients into the pitcher and firmly place the lid. Use up to 1/2 tray of cubed ice.

3. Press the POWER button, then press the CRUSH ICE button. This is a timed function.

4. When the timed function is finished, the blender will stop. Press the POWER button to turn it off. Unplug the blender before removing the pitcher.

TIP: Process up to 1/2 standard ice cube tray or 6 to 7 standard ice cubes at a time. The CRUSH ICE feature is optimized to crush and chop ice without adding liquid ingredients. Occasional stirring with a spatula is helpful only when the blender is off.

The PULSE function allows for a “Pulse-at-any-speed” feature. NOTE: PULSE mode will not work with the HOT FOODS or CRUSH ICE modes.

1. Ensure the pitcher is properly positioned on the base.

2. Put ingredients into the pitcher and firmly place the lid.

3. Press the POWER button, then press the PULSE button. The indicator lights above the Pulse button and all four speeds will blink to indicate that all four speeds are in PULSE mode.

4. Press and hold a speed button for the desired length of time. Both the speed button and PULSE mode indicators will stay lit while pulsing. Blending will stop when the speed button is released, and the Pulse indicator will resume blinking. To pulse again at another speed, just press and hold the desired speed button.

5. When finished, press the POWER button to turn off. Unplug the blender before removing the pitcher.

Ingredient Cup:

The blender pitcher ingredient cup can be used to measure and add ingredients. Remove the cup to add ingredients at CHOP or MIX speeds. When operating at higher speeds, with a full pitcher, or with hot contents, stop the blender before adding ingredients. IMPORTANT: If blending hot foods or liquids, ensure the lid is securely in place and use only the HOT FOODS function.

Soft Start Blending Feature:

The Soft Start blending feature automatically starts the KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 at a lower speed to draw ingredients into the blades, then quickly increases to the selected speed for optimal performance. This feature only works when a speed is selected and does not work with the PULSE or CRUSH ICE features.

• If you’re making beverages using ice, start with CRUSH ICE, then finish with LIQUIFY to produce a smoother texture.

• Ice directly from the freezer will crush better than partially melted ice for snow.

• Smaller ice cubes can be chopped or crushed faster than large ones.

• For many ingredient mixtures, start the blending process at CHOP to thoroughly combine the ingredients. Then increase to a higher speed, as desired.

• If desired, remove the center ingredient cup of the pitcher lid to add liquids or ice cubes while the Blender is operating at CHOP or MIX speeds.

• Stop the Blender before using utensils in the pitcher. Use a rubber spatula to mix ingredients only when the Blender is off. Never use any utensil, including spatulas, in the pitcher while the motor is running.

Dissolve flavored gelatin: Pour boiling water into the pitcher; add gelatin. Blend on HOT FOODS until gelatin is dissolved, about 10 to 30 seconds. Add other ingredients.

Make cookie, cracker, or bread crumbs: Break cookies, crackers, or bread into pieces about 4 cm in diameter. Place in pitcher. In PULSE mode, cover and pulse a few times, about 3 seconds each time, until reaching desired consistency.

Make finer crumbs for pie and dessert crusts: Break cookies, crackers, or bread into pieces about 4 cm in diameter and place in the pitcher. In PULSE mode, cover and pulse a few times until reaching desired consistency, about 20 to 30 seconds.

Chop fruits and vegetables: Put 2 cups (475 mL) of fruit or vegetable chunks in the pitcher. In PULSE mode, cover and blend at LIQUIFY, pulsing a few times, about 2 to 3 seconds each time, until reaching desired consistency.

Puree fruits: Place 2 cups (475 mL) canned or cooked fruit in the pitcher. Add 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) fruit juice or water per cup (240 mL) of fruit. Cover and blend at PUREE for about 5 to 10 seconds.

Puree vegetables: Place 2 cups (475 mL) canned or cooked vegetables in the pitcher. Add 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) broth, water, or milk per cup (240 mL) of vegetables. Cover and blend at PUREE for about 10 to 20 seconds.

Puree meats: Place cooked, cubed, tender meat in the pitcher. Add 3 to 4 tablespoons (45 to 60 mL) broth, water, or milk per cup (240 mL) of meat. Cover and blend on CHOP for 10 seconds. Stop the Blender and scrape sides of the pitcher. Cover and blend on PUREE for 10 to 20 seconds longer.

Take lumps out of gravy: If sauce or gravy becomes lumpy, place it in the pitcher. Cover and blend at MIX until smooth, about 5 to 10 seconds.

Combine flour and liquid for thickening: Place flour and liquid in the pitcher. Cover and blend at MIX until smooth, about 5 to 10 seconds.

Prepare white sauce: Place milk, flour, and salt, if desired, in the pitcher. Cover, and blend at MIX until well-mixed, about 5 to 10 seconds. Pour into a saucepan and cook as usual.

Make smoothies: Place liquids and frozen ingredients in the pitcher first, then add other ingredients on top. Cover and blend on CRUSH ICE for 10 to 15 seconds, then LIQUIFY for 10 to 15 seconds, as desired.

Prepare pancake or waffle batter from mix: Place mix and other ingredients in the pitcher. Cover and blend at MIX until well-mixed, 10 to 20 seconds. Stop the Blender and scrape sides of the pitcher as needed.

Grate cheese: Cut very cold cheese into 1.5 cm cubes. Place up to 1/2 cup (120 mL) cheese in the pitcher. Cover, and blend at LIQUIFY for about 5 to 10 seconds. For hard cheeses, such as Parmesan, bring to room temperature then blend at LIQUIFY for 10 to 15 seconds.

Clean the blender thoroughly after every use. Do not immerse the blender base or cord in water, and do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads. Hand wash the lid and ingredient cup for best results.

To clean the Blender base, control band, cord, lid, and ingredient cup:

Unplug the Blender before cleaning. Wipe with a warm, damp cloth; wipe clean with a damp cloth, and dry with a soft cloth.

To clean the pitcher while attached to the base:

With the pitcher off the base, fill it half full with warm (not hot) water and add 1 or 2 drops of dishwashing liquid. Put the lid on the pitcher and attach it to the base. Press the MIX speed setting and run the blender for 5 to 10 seconds. Remove the pitcher and rinse with warm water.

To clean the pitcher individually:

Wash the pitcher in the dishwasher flipped upside down. Or handwash with soapy water, rinse, and wipe dry.

IMPORTANT: The KITCHENAID 5KSB1585 blender will not operate at any speed unless the POWER button is pressed first.

If no indicator lights are lit:

Check to see if the Blender is plugged into a grounded outlet. If it is, press POWER; then unplug the Blender. Plug it back in to the same outlet, and Press POWER. 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.

If all indicator lights are flashing at the same time:

If the Blender is plugged in, but nothing happens when POWER is pressed, and all indicator lights are flashing, the motor rotor may be locked. Press POWER; then unplug the Blender. Plug it back in; then press POWER and select the desired speed.

If one indicator light is flashing alternately from all the other indicator lights:

The Blender may have a stuck key. Press POWER to turn off the Blender; then unplug the Blender. Plug the Blender back in and press POWER to turn back on to reset the stuck key.

If the blender is overloaded (all indicator lights are flashing at the same time):

If the Blender becomes overloaded when blending heavy ingredients, it will automatically shut off to avoid damage to the motor. Press POWER to reset the Blender and unplug the power cord. Remove the pitcher assembly from the base and divide contents into smaller batches. Adding liquid to the pitcher may also reduce the load on the Blender.

If the blender is jammed (all indicator lights are flashing alternately):

If it is jammed, the Blender will stop running to avoid damage to the motor. Press POWER to reset the Blender and unplug the power cord. Remove the pitcher assembly from the base and, with a scraper, free the blades by breaking-up or removing the contents at the bottom of the pitcher.