KitchenAid KCB148 manual

Model KCB 148 Bar Blender Model KCB348 Chef’ s Blender COMMERCIAL BLENDER USE AND CARE MANUAL[...]

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1 INTRODUCTION Blender Safety .......................................................................................2 Important Safeguards ...........................................................................3 Proof of Purchase & Product Registration .............................................4 Electrical Requirements .................[...]

2 BLENDER SAFETY Y our safety and the safety of other s are very impor tant. We have pro vided many impor tant safety messages in this man ual and on your appliance . Alwa ys read and obey all saf ety messages. This is the saf ety aler t symbol. This symbol aler ts you to potential hazards that can kill or hur t you and others . All saf ety message[...]

3 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the Blender in water or other liquids. 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 4. Unplug the Blender from [...]

4 Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Blender . Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Blender , please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification [...]

5 V olts: 120 V .A.C. only . Hertz: 60 Hz NOTE: This Blender has a 3 prong grounded plug. T o 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 s[...]

Outstanding Performance The robust design handles job after job with outstanding results. It thoroughly blends frozen drinks and purées sauces and soups in about 20 seconds. Die - Cast Metal Base Incredibly stable, the metal base stands up to the most intensive use while providing quiet operation. Rubber feet protect the countertop and eliminate ?[...]

7 48 oz. Clear Polycarbonate or Stainless Steel Jar The 6-cup (48 oz.) jars are dishwasher safe. Each features a comfortable handle. The polycarbonate jar includes a durable handle with soft covering for additional comfort. The jar collar , blade assembly , and seals are built into the jar for strength, durability , and water -tight performance. P [...]

8 Step Start™ Feature and Electronic Mixing Sensor Blender automatically starts at a slow speed to minimize splattering, then quickly steps up to the selected speed. The electronic mixing sensor adjusts power automatically when blending to compensate for light or heavy ingredients. Overload, Jam, Thermal, and Power -On Safeguards If the blender i[...]

9 Before First Use W ash, rinse, and sanitize the blender before using it for the first time. See page 13 for cleaning instructions. Operating the Blender 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 p[...]

10 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 Chef ’s Blender will automatically start at the Low speed setting. * The Bar Blender will run at high speed. 6. Select other speeds on the Chef ’s Blender by [...]

11 Using the Pulse F eature 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 [...]

12 • K eep 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. I[...]

13 General Procedures • W ash 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 cleanin[...]

14 Sanitizing the Blender F or 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. W ash and rinse the blender jar , and clean the base, before sanitizing. 2. Fill the j[...]

15 • If the blender does not operate when switched on: – 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 circ[...]

16 • If the blender is plugged in with the On/Off/Pulse Switch in the “On” position: – 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 . On the Chef ’s Blender , all three speed indicator lights will fl[...]

17 ACCESSORIES/ REPLACEMENT P ARTS LIST Jar Lid with Ingredient Cap 8211477 8211478 (not shown) Service T ool 8211458 Ordering Accessories / Replacement P arts To order accessories /replacement parts for your blender , call the KitchenAid Customer Satisfaction Center toll-free at 1 -800-541 -6390 Monday through Friday , 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern Ti[...]

18 W ARRANTY AND SERVICE W arranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for KitchenAid ® Commercial Blenders, Models K CB348 and KCB148, operated in the 50 United States and District of Columbia. KitchenAid does not assume any responsibilities for incidental or consequent[...]

19 Arranging for Hassle-free Replacement If you reside in the 50 United States and your KitchenAid ® Commercial Blender should fail within 12 months of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday , 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time), or Saturday , 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Give the consultant your[...]

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