Introduction
This manual provides essential instructions for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and care of your KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender with Accessories. Please read all instructions thoroughly before first use and retain this manual for future reference.
The KitchenAid Hand Blender is designed for blending, chopping, pureeing, and whisking a variety of ingredients, offering versatility for your culinary needs.
Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the hand blender motor body, cord, or electrical plug in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
- Avoid contact with moving parts.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
- Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.
- Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
Package Contents
Your KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender package includes the following components:
- Corded Hand Blender Motor Body
- 8-inch Removable Blending Arm with 4-point Stainless Steel Blade
- Whisk Attachment
- 2.5-cup Chopper Attachment (BPA-free)
- 4-cup Blending Pitcher with Lid (BPA-free)
- Removable Pan Guard
Setup and Assembly
Follow these steps to assemble your hand blender for use:
- Attach Blending Arm: Align the blending arm with the motor body and twist clockwise until it locks securely into place.
- Attach Whisk or Chopper (Optional): If using the whisk or chopper, attach the desired accessory to the motor body following the specific instructions for each attachment. Ensure they are securely fastened.
- Attach Pan Guard (Optional): For blending directly in cookware, attach the removable pan guard to the blending arm to protect your pots and pans from scratches.
Operating Instructions
The KitchenAid Hand Blender features a variable speed trigger switch for precise control.
- Preparation: Ensure the hand blender is properly assembled and plugged into a 120 Volt AC electrical outlet. Place ingredients in the blending pitcher or a suitable container.
- Blending Arm Use: Immerse the blending arm into the ingredients. Press the variable speed trigger switch to start blending. The speed increases with greater pressure on the trigger. Move the blending arm up and down and around the ingredients for thorough processing.
- Whisk Attachment Use: Attach the whisk. Use for whipping egg whites, cream, or emulsifying vinaigrettes and mayonnaise. Start at a lower speed and gradually increase as needed.
- Chopper Attachment Use: Place ingredients like herbs, nuts, or cheese into the chopper bowl. Attach the chopper lid with the motor body. Press the trigger to chop. Use short pulses for coarse chopping or longer presses for finer results.
- Finishing: Release the trigger to stop the blender. Unplug the appliance from the outlet before disassembling or cleaning.
Care and Cleaning
Proper cleaning ensures the longevity and hygiene of your hand blender.
- Motor Body: Wipe the motor body with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or other liquids.
- Blending Arm, Whisk, Chopper Bowl & Blade, Blending Pitcher, Pan Guard: These parts are dishwasher-safe (top rack recommended) or can be hand-washed with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Blades: Handle the blending arm blade and chopper blade with extreme care as they are sharp.
- Ensure all parts are completely dry before storing.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues with your hand blender, refer to the following table for common problems and solutions:
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Hand blender does not turn on. | Not plugged in; power outlet not active; blending arm not securely attached. | Ensure unit is plugged in; check power outlet; re-attach blending arm until it clicks. |
| Motor stops during operation. | Overload protection activated; ingredients too thick. | Unplug, remove some ingredients, wait a few minutes, then restart. Add more liquid if blending thick mixtures. |
| Ingredients not blending smoothly. | Insufficient liquid; blending arm not fully immersed; not moving blender enough. | Add more liquid; ensure blending arm is fully immersed; move blender up and down and around ingredients. |
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | KitchenAid |
| Model Number | KHBV83BM |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Power Source | AC Corded |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Number of Speeds | Variable (7 effective speeds) |
| Blending Arm Length | 8 inches |
| Blending Pitcher Capacity | 4 Cups |
| Chopper Capacity | 2.5 Cups |
| Material Type Free | BPA Free |
| Product Dimensions | 2.5"D x 3.56"W x 16.3"H |
| Item Weight | 4.99 pounds |
Warranty and Support
KitchenAid products are manufactured to high-quality standards. For specific warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official KitchenAid website. For customer support, service, or to order replacement parts, please contact KitchenAid customer service directly.
You can find more information and support resources on the official KitchenAid Store on Amazon.
