KitchenAid KFE5T Tilt-Head Flex Edge Beater Instruction Manual

1. Introduction

The KitchenAid KFE5T Tilt-Head Flex Edge Beater is an essential accessory designed to enhance your mixing experience. This innovative beater features a flexible silicone edge that continuously scrapes the sides of the mixing bowl, significantly reducing mixing time and eliminating the need for manual scraping. It ensures all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated for consistent results.

2. Product Overview

Key Features:

• Flexible Edge: The silicone edge scrapes ingredients from the bowl sides, ensuring thorough mixing and reducing manual intervention.
• Durable Construction: Made from steel with a coated finish, designed for longevity.
• Dishwasher Safe: For easy and convenient cleaning.
• Optimized Mixing: Reduces overall mixing time for various recipes.

Compatibility:

This Flex Edge Beater is specifically designed for KitchenAid 4.5 and 5 quart tilt-head stand mixers. Compatible models include:

• K45SS
• KSM75
• KSM95
• KSM150PS
• KSM152PS
• KSM155GB
• KSM1
• KSM100
• KSM110
• KSM120
• KSM15
• KSM16
• KSM8
• KSM9

Please verify your mixer's model number to ensure compatibility.

Image: The KitchenAid KFE5T Flex Edge Beater shown attached to a red KitchenAid tilt-head stand mixer, actively mixing cookie dough in a stainless steel bowl. The flexible edge is visible along the side of the bowl.

3. Installation

1. Power Off: Always ensure your KitchenAid stand mixer is unplugged before attaching or removing accessories.
2. Tilt Head: Tilt the motor head back by pushing the release lever.
3. Attach Beater: Slide the Flex Edge Beater onto the mixer shaft, ensuring the pin on the shaft fits into the slot on the beater. Rotate the beater until it locks into place.
4. Lower Head: Return the motor head to its original position, ensuring it is securely locked.
5. Adjust Clearance (if necessary): If the beater is too close or too far from the bottom of the bowl, refer to your stand mixer's instruction manual for adjusting the beater-to-bowl clearance. The beater should clear the bottom of the bowl by a small margin.

4. Operating Instructions

The Flex Edge Beater is ideal for normal to heavy mixtures such as cakes, cookies, pastries, and mashed potatoes. Its flexible edge continuously scrapes the sides of the bowl, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly mixed without stopping the mixer.

1. Add Ingredients: Place your ingredients into the mixing bowl.
2. Select Speed: Choose the appropriate mixing speed as per your recipe. The Flex Edge Beater is effective across various speeds.
3. Monitor Mixing: Allow the beater to work. The flexible edge will automatically scrape the bowl sides, pulling ingredients into the center of the mix.
4. Completion: Continue mixing until your desired consistency is achieved. The need for manual scraping will be significantly reduced or eliminated.

Image: A close-up view of the KitchenAid KFE5T Flex Edge Beater in action, mixing a light-colored batter in a stainless steel bowl. The dark flexible edge is visibly scraping the side of the bowl, ensuring no ingredients are left unmixed.

5. Care and Cleaning

The KitchenAid KFE5T Flex Edge Beater is designed for easy maintenance.

• Dishwasher Safe: The beater can be safely cleaned in the dishwasher. Place it on the top rack for best results.
• Hand Washing: For optimal longevity of the flexible silicone edge and coated metal, hand washing with warm, soapy water is also recommended. Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately.
• Avoid Abrasives: Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as these can damage the coating or the silicone edge.

6. Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with your Flex Edge Beater, consider the following:

• Beater Not Scraping Effectively: Ensure the beater-to-bowl clearance is correctly adjusted. Refer to your mixer's manual for instructions on how to adjust the height of the beater. The flexible edge should lightly touch the sides of the bowl.
• Excessive Noise or Contact: If the beater is hitting the bottom or sides of the bowl too hard, adjust the beater-to-bowl clearance. Excessive contact can cause wear and tear.
• Ingredients Still Sticking: While the Flex Edge Beater significantly reduces sticking, very thick or sticky mixtures might still require occasional manual scraping. Ensure you are using the correct speed for your mixture.

7. Specifications

Image: A diagram illustrating the dimensions of the Flex Edge Beater, showing a height of 6.3 inches (16 cm) from the top attachment point to the bottom of the beater.

8. Warranty and Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the documentation included with your KitchenAid stand mixer or visit the official KitchenAid website. Keep your purchase receipt for warranty claims.