KitchenAid 9KSM95 Stand Mixer

Parts and Features

The KitchenAid 9KSM95 Stand Mixer is designed with user convenience and performance in mind. Below is a list of its key components:

• 1. Locking Lever: Used to secure the motor head in position (not shown in diagram).
• 2. Attachment Knob: Secures various attachments to the hub.
• 3. Attachment Hub: Located on the motor head, designed to connect optional attachments.
• 4. Motor Head: Houses the motor and controls for the mixer.
• 5. Speed Control Lever: Adjusts the mixing speed from low to high.
• 6. Beater Height Adjustment Screw: Allows fine-tuning the distance between the beater and the bowl (not shown).
• 7. Bowl Clamping Plate: The base where the mixing bowl is secured.
• 8. Bowl: The container for ingredients. Design and material may vary by model.
• 9. Beater Shaft: The rotating shaft where beaters, whisks, or dough hooks attach.
• 10. Pouring Shield: Helps prevent splashing and allows ingredients to be added easily (included with select models).
• 11. 2.8 L Stainless Steel Bowl: A specific bowl size and material (included with select models).
• 12. Flat Beater: Ideal for general mixing tasks like cakes and cookies.
• 13. Flex Edge Beater: Features a flexible edge for better scraping of the bowl (included with select models).
• 14. Wire Whip: Used for incorporating air into ingredients like egg whites and cream.
• 15. Dough Hook: Designed for mixing and kneading yeast doughs.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

**The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

Product Safety

Important Safeguards

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

• Read all instructions. Misuse of the appliance may result in personal injury.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the Stand Mixer in water or other liquids.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• Turn the appliance OFF (OFF/0), then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
• Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils, away from the beater during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the Stand Mixer.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• The use of accessories/attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
• Remove the beaters, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook from the Stand Mixer before washing.
• All accessories (beaters, Dough Hook, and Whisk) should not be used for longer than 15 minutes. When mixing extremely heavy loads, the appliance should not be operated for more than 10 minutes.
• Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
• This appliance is intended for use in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.

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Electrical Requirements

Electrical Shock Hazard: Plug into an earthed outlet. Do not remove the earth prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

• Voltage: 100 V
• Frequency: 50-60 Hz

NOTE: The power rating for your Stand Mixer is printed on the serial plate.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

Getting Started

Choosing the Right Accessory

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

Speed Control Guide

NOTE: The speed control can be set to obtain speeds 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 if a finer adjustment is required. Do not exceed Speed 2 when preparing yeast doughs as this may cause damage to the Stand Mixer.

NOTE: To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.

Product Assembly

Follow these steps to assemble your Stand Mixer:

1. Step 1: Ensure the Stand Mixer is unplugged and turned OFF (OFF/0).
2. Step 2: Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock the head to keep it lifted.
3. Step 3: Place the Bowl on the Clamping Plate and twist to lock it in place.
4. Step 4: Slide and rotate the desired accessory, aligning it over the pin on the beater shaft.
5. Step 5: Unlock the Motor Head and move it down. Then, lock the head to keep it down. Before mixing, test the lock by attempting to raise the Motor Head.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

**Locking option is available on selected models.

Optional: Adjust Beater to Bowl Clearance

Tilt and lock the Motor Head back. Turn the adjustment screw slightly counterclockwise (left) to raise the beater, or clockwise (right) to lower it. A note of caution: If you over-adjust the screw, the Bowl lock lever may not lock into place.

Optional: Place the Pouring Shield

From the front of the Stand Mixer, place the Pouring Shield onto the bowl so that the Motor Head covers the u-shaped gap in the shield. This positions the pouring chute just to the right of the Attachment Hub as you face the mixer. Press lightly so the Easy Snap tabs snap the shield onto the bowl.

***Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

Product Usage

Electrical Shock Hazard: Plug into an earthed outlet. Do not remove the earth prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1. Step 1: Plug the Stand Mixer into an earthed outlet. Start with a lower speed to avoid splashing and increase it gradually. Refer to the "Speed Control Guide" section for recommended speeds.
2. Step 2: Avoid scraping the Bowl while operating. Scraping the Bowl once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient.

Optional: Pour ingredients into the Bowl through the Pouring Chute.

*The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

Product Disassembly

Follow these steps to disassemble the Stand Mixer:

1. Step 1: Turn the Stand Mixer OFF (OFF/0) and unplug it. Unlock and lift the Motor Head, then lock the head to keep it lifted.
2. Step 2: (Optional) Lift the front of the Pouring Shield clear of the rim of the Bowl and pull it away from the Stand Mixer.
3. Step 3: Press the accessory upward, turn it, and pull it away from the Beater Shaft. Twist to unlock the Bowl from the Clamping Plate.

Optional Attachments

KitchenAid offers a wide range of optional attachments, such as the Spiralizer, Pasta Cutters, or Food Grinder, that can be attached to the Stand Mixer Attachment Hub.

To attach an optional accessory:

1. Step 1: Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer OFF (OFF/0).
2. Step 2: Remove the Attachment Hub cover.
3. Step 3: Insert the attachment into the Attachment Hub, ensuring the attachment's power shaft fits into the square Attachment Hub socket.
4. Step 4: Tighten the Attachment Knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is secured to the Stand Mixer.

*Locking option is available on selected models.

**Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

***The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.

Care and Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Do not immerse the Stand Mixer body in water or other liquids.

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

1. Step 1: Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer OFF (OFF/0).
2. Step 2: The following parts are dishwasher-safe (top rack only): Stainless Steel Bowl, Bowl Lid, Flat Beater, Dough Hook, Flex Edge Beater*, and Pouring Shield*.
3. Step 3: Clean the Wire Whip thoroughly by hand wash only.
4. Step 4: Wipe the Stand Mixer body with a soft, damp cloth.

*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

Troubleshooting

WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard. Plug into an earthed outlet. Do not remove an earth prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

NOTE: If the problem cannot be corrected, refer to the "Warranty and Service" section. Do not return the Stand Mixer to the retailer; retailers do not provide service.