KITCHENAID KCB148 (01) PDF Document

Volts: 120 V.A.C. only.

Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: This Blender has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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 heavy-duty toggle switch turns the blender on and off. The blender can be pulsed by pressing the switch down momentarily. When pulsed, the blender operates at low speed for maximum control. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to “On” or “Pulse”, and the blender starts immediately. The KITCHENAID KCB148 will operate at high speed in the “On” position or low speed in the “Pulse” position.

Wash, rinse, and sanitize the blender before using it for the first time.

1. Uncoil the power cord from the storage area on the bottom of the blender base.

2. Make certain the On/Off/Pulse Switch is in the “Off” position.

3. Plug the power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4. Place the jar on the blender base and add the desired ingredients. Place the lid on the blender jar.

5. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “On” position to begin blending. The KITCHENAID KCB148 will run at high speed.

6. To stop blending, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position.

To pulse the ingredients in the blender, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Pulse” position and hold it for the desired length of time. The switch will instantly return to the “Off” position when released and the blender will stop. When pulsed, the blender operates at low speed for maximum control. The Pulse feature is great for blending jobs which require a delicate touch.

Ingredients can be added to the blender by removing the ingredient cap from the lid. To remove, rotate the cap counter-clockwise 1/2 turn and lift. Featuring 1 and 2 oz. (30 and 60 ml) volume lines, the cap can be used as a convenient measuring cup.

NOTE: When operating the blender at higher speeds, with a full jar, or with hot contents, stop blender before adding ingredients.

The electronic controls of the blender will automatically shut off the unit when:

The blender becomes overloaded due to a too-heavy ingredient mixture.

The blender blades are jammed and will not rotate.

The motor becomes overheated.

If the blender is plugged in with the On/Off/Pulse Switch in the “On” position, the blender will not start.

Keep the lid on the blender jar while blending. Do not remove the blender jar from the base while the blender is running.

Stop the blender and unplug before using utensils in the blender jar. Do not use metal utensils – they can scratch the jar or damage the blade.

Blend warm or hot liquids using the Low speed or Pulse setting. Increase speed if necessary. Cool hot foods, if possible, before blending.

Add food to the blender jar in larger quantities than you would with other blenders – you can add 3 to 4 cups at a time versus 1 cup portions.

Thorough blending usually requires only a few seconds of operation. Be careful not to over-process foods.

When chopping dry ingredients, make sure the blender jar, lid, and blade are completely dry.

With foods that tend to stick to the jar, use the Pulse feature.

For many ingredient mixtures, start the blending process at the Low speed setting to combine the ingredients thoroughly, then increase to a higher speed if necessary.

Wash and rinse the blender jar, and clean the base, immediately after every use. Do not let food residue dry on any part of the blender jar or base.

Sanitize the blender before initial use and whenever the blender will not be used for more than one hour.

Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads for cleaning.

Do not use sharp objects to clean around the speed selection buttons.

Do not immerse the blender base or cord in water.

To maximize the life of the polycarbonate jar, KitchenAid does not recommend automatic dishwashing.

1. Remove the ingredient cap from the jar lid. Rinse the jar, lid, and ingredient cap under running water to remove as much food residue as possible. Return the ingredient cap to the lid.

2. Fill the jar 3/4 full (approx. 5 cups) with warm water (up to 115° F or 46° C) and add 1 or 2 drops of manual dishwashing liquid.

3. Place the jar on the blender base and attach the lid. Run the blender for 30 seconds at the High speed setting. (The KITCHENAID KCB148 runs at the equivalent of High speed in the “On” position.) Remove the blender jar and empty contents.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until no food residue remains in the jar or on the blade assembly.

5. Rinse the jar by filling it 3/4 full with warm water (approx. 5 cups), then repeat Step 3.

6. Wipe the exterior of the blender jar and lid with a warm, sudsy cloth; wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

1. Unplug the blender before cleaning the base and cord.

2. Wipe the blender base and cord with a warm, sudsy cloth; wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

For sanitizing the blender, use a sanitizing solution with a chlorine concentration in the range of 100 to 200 parts-per-million. Such a solution can be made by adding 1 tablespoon of chlorine bleach to 1 gallon of lukewarm water.

1. Wash and rinse the blender jar, and clean the base, before sanitizing.

2. Fill the jar 3/4 full with sanitizing solution (approx. 5 cups). Place the jar on the blender base and attach the lid.

3. Run the blender for 2 minutes at the High speed setting. (The KITCHENAID KCB148 runs at the equivalent of High speed in the “On” position.) Remove the blender jar and empty contents. Do not rinse with water.

4. Remove the ingredient cap from the lid. Immerse the lid and cap in sanitizing solution for 2 minutes.

5. Let jar, ingredient cap, and lid air dry. Do not rinse with water.

6. Unplug the blender before sanitizing the base and cord.

7. Dampen a clean, soft cloth with sanitizing solution, and wipe the base and cord thoroughly. Let base and cord air dry.

Check to see if the blender is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If it is, unplug the blender, then plug it into the same outlet again. 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.

The blender may be jammed or overheated. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position and refer to the troubleshooting instructions for jamming or overheating.

The blender may be jammed. If a foreign object or blender ingredients jam the blades, the blender will shut off to prevent damage to the motor. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position to reset the blender. Remove the jar from the base and free the blades by breaking-up or removing the contents at the bottom of the jar.

The blender may be overheated. If the motor exceeds a certain temperature, the thermal safeguard will engage to prevent damage. This may happen when blending multiple jars of heavy ingredients for a prolonged period. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position. The thermal safeguard will prevent the blender from running until it is cool enough to operate safely. Let the blender cool for 30 minutes, then resume blending. If the blender does not start, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch back to the “Off” position and let the blender cool for an additional 30 minutes.

The blender may be overloaded. If the blender slows excessively when blending heavy ingredients, it will shut off to prevent damage. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position to reset the blender. Remove the jar from the base and divide the jar contents into smaller batches. Adding liquid to the jar may also reduce the load on the blender.

The power-on safeguard will engage and the blender will not start. To reset the blender, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position. The blender will now operate normally.