KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer and Spiralizer Attachment User Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer and Spiralizer Attachment user manual. This guide provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and care of your new appliance. Please read all instructions carefully before first use and retain this manual for future reference.

Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not place the mixer base in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils, away from beaters during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the mixer.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
10. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.

Parts and Features

Stand Mixer Components

• Motor Head: Contains the motor and speed control.
• Power Hub: Located on the front of the motor head, used for attaching accessories like the spiralizer.
• Attachment Shaft: Where the flat beater, dough hook, or wire whip attach.
• Bowl Clamp Plate: Secures the mixing bowl.
• Speed Control Lever: Adjusts mixing speed from 1 to 10.

Image: 5-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl with comfortable handle.

Standard Mixer Attachments

• Coated Flat Beater: For normal to heavy mixtures such as cakes, cookies, frostings, and mashed potatoes.
• Coated Dough Hook: For mixing and kneading yeast doughs such as breads, pizza dough, and pasta dough.
• 6-Wire Whip: For incorporating air into mixtures such as eggs, egg whites, whipping cream, and dips.
• 1-Piece Pouring Shield: Helps prevent splash-outs and makes adding ingredients easier.

Flat Beater

Dough Hook

Wire Whip

Pouring Shield

Spiralizer Attachment Components

• Spiralizer Attachment Body: Connects to the mixer's power hub.
• Peeling Blade: For peeling fruits and vegetables.
• Fine Spiralizing Blade: Creates thin, noodle-like strands.
• Medium Spiralizing Blade: Creates thicker, ribbon-like strands.
• Slicing Blade (Large Core): For wide, flat slices with a large core.
• Slicing Blade (Small Core): For wide, flat slices with a small core.

Image: KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment with an apple ready for processing.

Fine Spiralizing Blade

Medium Spiralizing Blade

Slicing Blade (Large Core)

Peeling Blade

Assembly and Setup

Stand Mixer Assembly

1. Ensure the mixer is unplugged before assembly.
2. Place the mixing bowl onto the bowl clamp plate and turn clockwise until it locks securely.
3. Attach the desired beater, dough hook, or wire whip by pushing it up onto the attachment shaft and turning clockwise until it hooks over the pin on the shaft.
4. If using, slide the pouring shield onto the bowl.

Spiralizer Attachment Assembly

1. Ensure the mixer is unplugged.
2. Loosen the attachment knob on the power hub by turning it counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the power hub cover.
4. Insert the spiralizer attachment shaft into the power hub, ensuring the shaft fits into the square socket.
5. Tighten the attachment knob clockwise until the spiralizer is securely fastened.
6. Select the desired blade (spiralizing or slicing) and the peeling blade (if needed). Slide the chosen blade(s) into the attachment until they click into place.

Operating the Stand Mixer

The KitchenAid Stand Mixer features a 10-speed slide control, allowing for precise mixing from a very slow stir to a very fast whip.

Image: Speed control lever with settings from 0 to 10.

1. Ensure the mixer is properly assembled with the desired attachment and bowl.
2. Add ingredients to the mixing bowl.
3. Plug the mixer into a grounded electrical outlet.
4. Slide the speed control lever to the desired speed. Start at a lower speed and gradually increase to prevent splashing.
5. When finished, slide the speed control lever to '0' (off) and unplug the mixer.

The 5-quart stainless steel bowl is designed to handle large batches, capable of mixing dough for up to 9 dozen cookies or 4 loaves of bread in a single batch.

Image: Stand mixer actively mixing ingredients with a flat beater.

Operating the Spiralizer Attachment

The spiralizer attachment connects to the power hub of your KitchenAid Stand Mixer, transforming fruits and vegetables into spirals, slices, or noodles.

Image: Stand mixer with spiralizer attachment actively processing zucchini into spirals.

Food Preparation

• Wash and dry fruits or vegetables.
• Trim both ends of the food to create flat surfaces.
• For best results, use firm, fresh produce.

Spiralizing Process

1. Ensure the spiralizer attachment is securely installed on the power hub with the desired blade(s).
2. Place the prepared fruit or vegetable onto the fruit/vegetable skewer of the attachment.
3. Position the food so that the blade is aligned with the center of the food.
4. Plug in the stand mixer.
5. Turn the speed control lever to speed 4. The attachment will begin to rotate and process the food.
6. Apply gentle, consistent pressure to the food pusher to guide the food through the blades.
7. Once finished, turn the speed control to '0' (off) and unplug the mixer.
8. Carefully remove any remaining food and the blades for cleaning.

Image: Close-up view of the spiralizer attachment processing a zucchini.

Care and Cleaning

Proper cleaning and maintenance will ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your KitchenAid Stand Mixer and Spiralizer Attachment.

Dishwasher-Safe Parts

• The 5-Qt. stainless steel bowl is dishwasher-safe.
• The coated flat beater and coated dough hook are dishwasher-safe.
• All spiralizer blades and the peeling blade are dishwasher-safe.

Image: Spiralizer blades being cleaned in a dishwasher, indicating dishwasher-safe design.

Hand Washing

• The wire whip should be hand washed in warm, soapy water and dried thoroughly.
• The spiralizer attachment body should be hand washed in warm, soapy water. Do not immerse the entire attachment in water.
• The pouring shield can be hand washed or placed on the top rack of a dishwasher.

Mixer Base Cleaning

• Always unplug the mixer before cleaning.
• Wipe the mixer base with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scourers.
• Do not immerse the mixer base in water or other liquids.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with your KitchenAid Stand Mixer or Spiralizer Attachment, please refer to the following common problems and solutions:

If the problem persists after attempting these solutions, please contact KitchenAid Customer Support.

Specifications

• Brand: KITCHENAID
• Model: Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer
• Capacity: 5 Quarts
• Color: Empire Red (for this specific model variant)
• Material: Stainless Steel (bowl), Metal (mixer body)
• Controls Type: Knob (Speed Control Lever)
• Special Feature: Adjustable Speed Control
• Dishwasher Safe Parts: Bowl, Flat Beater, Dough Hook, Spiralizer Blades

Warranty and Customer Support

KitchenAid products are manufactured to high-quality standards and are backed by a comprehensive warranty. For specific warranty details, registration, or to obtain service, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official KitchenAid website.

For further assistance, troubleshooting, or to order replacement parts, please contact KitchenAid Customer Support. Contact information can typically be found on the KitchenAid website or in your product packaging.