KITCHENAID 5KSBR256 (01) PDF MANUAL

Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result in personal injury.

To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put Personal Blender Base, USB Adapter, USB Cable, or Battery in water or other liquid.

Turn the appliance off, remove the Battery when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning.

Avoid contacting moving parts. Do not attempt to override the safety interlock mechanisms.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged Battery or charger or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorised Service Centre for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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.

Blades are sharp. Care should be taken when handling the sharp cutting blades, emptying the Jar and during cleaning.

Always operate Blender with cover in place.

Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.

Risk of thermal burn injury due to excessive pressure in the Blender Jar. Do not blend hot liquids.

The use of accessories/attachments, including canning Jars, not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause a risk of fire or injury to persons.

Refer to the “Care and Cleaning” section for instructions on cleaning the surfaces in contact with food.

Disconnect the Battery from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to Battery, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

Never service damaged Battery. Service of Battery should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorised service providers.

Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.

Do not use Personal Blender in rain or wet conditions. Do not expose to rain—store indoors.

Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the Battery (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

Do not operate Personal Blender continuously for more than 1 minute.

When emptying the Bowl or during cleaning, be careful if hot liquid is poured into the food processor or blender as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to sudden steaming.

Remove empty Batteries from the appliance and safely dispose.

Remove the Battery if the appliance is stored unused for a long period.

If the Battery leaks, remove the Battery from the appliance and do not use the Battery again.

Remove rechargeable Batteries from the appliance before charging.

IMPORTANT: Use only with approved USB Adapter by market.

European Union only: Appliances can be used by 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 the hazards involved.

European Union only: This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance out of reach of children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Recharge only with the charger specified by KitchenAid. A charger that is suitable for one type of Battery may create a risk of fire when used with another Battery.

Use appliances only with KitchenAid 12 V Battery. Use of any other Batteries may create a risk of injury and fire.

When the Battery is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the Battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the Battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the Battery may cause irritation or burns.

Do not use a Battery or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

Do not expose a Battery or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 129°C may cause explosion.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the Battery or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the Battery and increase the risk of fire. (Recommended ambient charging temperature: 5-40°C).

Remove rechargeable Batteries from the appliance before charging.

If the Battery leaks, remove the Battery from the appliance and do not use the Battery again.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

■ staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

■ farmhouses;

■ by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

■ bed and breakfast type environments.

USB Adapter:

Input: 100-240 V~, 50–60 Hz, 0.5 A

USB Output: 5 VDC, 2 A

Recommended ambient charging temperature: 5-40°C

External Battery (Lithium-ion): 5KRB12

Nominal Voltage: 10.8 VDC

Maximum Voltage: 12 VDC

NOTE: If the USB Adapter does not fit fully in the power source, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the USB Adapter in any way.

NOTE: Do not use or store batteries or products in locations where the temperature is less than 10°C or more than 40°C.

Always dispose the Battery operated products according to federal, state, and local regulations. Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations.

1. Charge the Battery until it is fully charged.

2. Clean all the parts and accessories (see “Care and Cleaning” section).

3. Remove all packaging materials, if present.

NOTE: Some dust may be on the product. This is due to the recycled materials used in packaging. This can be cleaned with a soft towel.

1. Attach the USB Cable to the adapter. Connect the other end of the USB Cable to the Battery.

2. Plug the USB Adapter into a power source.

The Blender features 2 push buttons: ON/OFF (▷|⊙) and Pulse (P), allowing you to customize your blend.

ACCESSORIES	SIZE	BUTTONS	SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BLEND
Blender Jar	16 oz (473 ml)	ON/OFF (▷|⊙) and Pulse (P)	Smoothies, icy drinks, shakes/malts, dips, spreads and more

NOTE: The ON/OFF (▷|⊙) button is a pre-programmed function. The unit will run for one minute before turning off automatically.

Before using your Blender for the first time, wipe clean Blender Base with a warm damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth. Wash Blender Jar, Lid, in warm, sudsy water (see “Care and Cleaning” section). Rinse parts and wipe dry. Be sure the countertop beneath the Blender and surrounding areas are dry and clean.

NOTE: When moving your Blender, always support/lift from the Blender Base. The Base might disengage from Jar if carried by the Jar only.

1. Ensure that the Battery is installed on the Base.

2. Place ingredients into the Blending Jar. Be careful not to exceed the maximum fill line. For best results, always put the hardest ingredients into the Jar first (frozen fruit) and finish with softer ingredients and liquids.

IMPORTANT: Do not run the Blender when the Jar is empty.

3. Install the Blade Assembly with the Blade facing downwards into the Jar. Twist the Blade Assembly clockwise (right) until tightened.

NOTE: Make sure the seal between the Blade Assembly and the Jar is in place. Do not operate without a seal.

4. Ensure that the motor base is sitting on a clean, dry surface. Place the Blending Jar onto the motor base with the Blade Assembly at the bottom and turn to lock into place. The Jar is securely in place when a click sound is heard. Always ensure it is locked into place before using the Blender. If the Blade Assembly and Jar are not properly attached, the Blender will not operate.

5. To operate, press the ON/OFF (▷|⊙) button once. The LED light will display and the motor will start. Press the ON/OFF (▷|⊙) button again to turn the unit off.

NOTE: The ON/OFF (▷|⊙) button is a pre-programmed function. The unit will run for one minute before turning off automatically.

6. To pulse the Blender, press the Pulse (P) button, the LED light will display and the motor will start. Release the button again to turn the unit off.

7. Once the ingredients are blended, remove the Blending Jar from the Base by twisting the Blending Jar counterclockwise (left) to unlock.

IMPORTANT: Do not try to remove the Blending Jar while the motor is still running. Do not press down the Jar during removal from base.

8. Place the Blending Jar upright on the surface with the black Blade Assembly at the top. Twist the black Blade Assembly counterclockwise (left) to remove.

9. To attach the Travel Lid, twist clockwise (right) until the Lid is secure. Ensure the drinking cap is closed before placing in any bag.

IMPORTANT: Do not press down on the Jar when removing the Jar assembly from the Blender Base.

NOTE: The Personal Blender is not intended to crush ice. See icy drink recipes for correct use.

10. Press and hold the Battery Unlock Button to remove the Battery.

Clean the Blender and accessories thoroughly after every use.

IMPORTANT: Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

NOTE: To avoid damaging the Blender, do not immerse the Blender Base or Battery in water. To avoid scratching the Blender, do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads.

1. To clean the Blender Base and Battery: Unplug the Battery from the Blender before cleaning. Wipe clean the Base with a warm, damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

2. The Blender Jar can be cleaned in the bottom rack of a dishwasher. The Blade Assembly and the Travel Lid can be cleaned in the top rack of a dishwasher.

NOTE: Immediately remove parts from the dishwasher and dry with a soft cloth.

The packing material is recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ♻. The various parts of the packing must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

■ This appliance is marked in compliance with law in the EU and UK covering, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

■ By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

■ The symbol 🗑️ on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.