KENWOOD Cooking CHEF/CHEF XL Instructions

: June 4, 2024
: KENWOOD

Table of Contents

KENWOOD Cooking CHEF/CHEF XL
Know your Kenwood Stand Mixer
- Before plugging in
- Before using for the first time
Know your Stand Mixer
- Key
- Mixer
Know your Stand Mixer
- The bowl tools and some of their uses
To fit and use your Splashguard
Tool Adjustment
Care & Cleaning
recipe
Service and Customer Care
Service and Customer Care
Troubleshooting guide
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

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Know your Kenwood Stand Mixer

Congratulations on buying a Kenwood. With such a wide range of attachments available, it is more than just a mixer. It is a state-of-the-art Stand Mixer. We hope you will enjoy it.
Robust. Reliable. Versatile. Kenwood.
Safety

Read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Remove all packaging and any labels.
If the plug or cord is damaged it must, for safety reasons, be replaced by Kenwood or an authorized Kenwood repairer in order to avoid a hazard.
Turn the speed control to ‘O’ OFF position and unplug before fitting or removing tools/attachments, after use and before cleaning.
Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted attachments.
Never leave the Stand Mixer unattended when it is operating.
Never use a damaged appliance. Get it checked or repaired: see ‘Service and customer care’ section.
Never operate the Stand Mixer with the head in the raised position.
Never let the cord hang down where a child could grab it.
Never let the power unit, cord or plug get wet.
Never use an unauthorized attachment or more than one attachment at once.
Never exceed the quantities stated in the maximum capacity chart.
When using an attachment, read and follow the safety instructions that are supplied with it.
Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy. Ensure the head is correctly latched in the down position and that the bowl, tools, outlet covers and cord are secure before lifting.
Do not move or raise the mixer head with an attachment fitted as the Stand Mixer could become unstable.
When moving the appliance always pick up by the pedestal base and mixer head. Do not lift or carry the appliance by the bowl handle.
Do not operate your appliance near the edge or overhanging the work surface or apply force to an attachment when fitted, as this may cause the unit to become unstable and tip over, which may result in injury.
Take care when removing bowl tools after extended use as
they may get hot.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not operate your appliance near the edge of a work surface.
The short power-supply cord is used to reduce risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used: 1) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; and 2) The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. 3) The extension cord should be an earthed-type 3-wire cord. The electrical rating of the appliance is listed on the bottom of the unit.
Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
Misuse of your appliance can result in injury.
This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
The maximum rating is based on the mini chopper/mill attachment that draws the greatest load. Other attachments may draw less power.
Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use. Kenwood will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.

Before plugging in

Make sure your electricity supply is the same as the one shown on the underside of your machine.
This appliance conforms to EC Regulation 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.

Before using for the first time

Wash the parts: see ‘Care and cleaning’ section.

Know your Stand Mixer

Key

Attachment outlets

High-speed outlet
slow-speed outlet
bowl tool socket

Mixer

high speed outlet cover
mixer head
speed and pulse control
power unit
head release lever
bowl seating pad
bowl
slow speed outlet cover
K-beater
whisk
dough tool
spatula
splashguard

Optional attachments
There are a range of optional attachments available to use with your Stand Mixer. See the attachment leaflet included in your pack or visit www.kenwoodworld.com
to see the full range and how to buy an attachment not included in your pack.

Note: Slow Speed outlet attachments
The slow speed outlet on your Stand Mixer model features the Twist Connection System. It is designed to accept Twist Connection System attachments.
When purchasing new attachments for the slow speed outlet you should check compatibility with your Stand Mixer. All Twist Connection System attachments can be identified by the product code which starts with KAX and also by
the Twist logo which is visible on packaging. For more information visit www.kenwoodworld.com/twist.

Know your Stand Mixer

If you own attachments featuring the Bar Connection System you will need to use the KAT002ME adaptor to connect these to the Twist Connection System on your Stand Mixer. For more information visit www.kenwoodworld.com/twist.

The bowl tools and some of their uses

K-beater
For making cakes, biscuits, pastry, icing, fillings, éclairs and mashed potato.
Dough Tool
For yeast mixtures only.
Whisk
For eggs, cream, batters, fatless sponges, meringues, cheesecakes, mousses, soufflés. Do not use the whisk for heavy mixtures (e.g. creaming fat and sugar) – you could damage it.
To use your bowl tools

Turn the head lift lever anti-clockwise and raise the mixer head until it locks. Ensure the bowl seating pad is correctly fitted with the symbol uppermost.
Fit the bowl on the base, press down and turn clockwise to secure in position.
Place the required tool into the socket. Then push up and turn the tool to lock into position.
Note: If the K-beater or Whisk are not picking up ingredients from the bottom of the bowl refer to the “Tool Adjustment” section.
Lift the mixer head slightly then turn the head-lift lever anti-clockwise and lower the mixer head until it locks.
5 Start the machine by turning the speed control ô€€† to the desired speed setting. Use the pulse (P) position for short bursts of maximum speed.
After use, return the speed control to ‘O’ OFF position and unplug your Stand Mixer.
Release the tool by turning clockwise to unlock from the tool socket and then remove.

Important
Ensure that no bowl tools are fitted or stored in the bowl when using other outlets.

| Recommended Usage Chart
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| Tool| Recipe/ Process| Maximum Capacities| |

* (Minutes)

• When creaming fat and sugar for cake mixes, always use the fat at room temperature or soften it first.

• To fully incorporate the ingredients stop mixing and scrape down the bowl with the spatula frequently.

• Use cold ingredients for pastry unless

your recipe says otherwise.

– rubbing fat into flour

| Flour Weight| 680g| 910g| Min 2| 2
| All In one cake mixes| Total Weight| 2kg| 5kg| Min Max| 45 – 60 secs
| Whisk

| Egg whites| 12 (455g)| 16 (605g)| Min Max| 1½ – 2| Important

• To avoid splashing of ingredients gradually increase the speed.

• The whisk is not suitable for making all in one cake mixes as these mixes are too heavy and will damage it.

• Best results achieved when eggs are at room temperature.

• Before whisking egg whites, make sure there is no grease or egg yolk

on the whisk or the bowl.

| Fatless sponges| 620g

(6 Egg Mix)

| 930g

(9 Egg Mix)

| 4 – 6
| Cream

(Fresh whipping Cream used, 38% fat content. Processing times may vary, depending on fat content of cream)

| 1L| 2L| Min 4-6| 1½ – 3
| Mayonnaise| Egg yolk| 2| Max| 1 – 1½| • For best results scrape down the bowl after the addition of the oil and run for a further 10 secs at max speed.
| Mustard| 10g
| Vegetable Oil| 200ml
| Pancake Batter| Flour| 250g| ‘Min’ speed for 10 secs. Then increase to max speed for 45 – 60 secs| 1| • Add flour to the bowl first, followed by the wet ingredients.

• Mix on minimum speed to incorporate ingredients.

1.36kg

| 500g –

1.5kg

| Min| 60 secs| Important

• Never exceed the maximum capacities stated – you may overload the machine.

• If you hear the machine labouring, switch off, remove half the dough and do each half separately.

• The ingredients mix best if you put the liquid in first.

Yeast

• Dried yeast (the type that needs reconstituting): pour the warm water into the bowl. Then add the yeast and the sugar and leave to stand for about 10 minutes until frothy.

• Fresh yeast: crumble into the flour.

• Other types of yeast: follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Put the dough into a greased polythene bag or a bowl covered with a tea towel. Then leave somewhere

warm until doubled in size.

|
1| 3 – 4|
Total Weight| 805g –

2.18kg

| 805g –

2.42kg

1.3kg

| 500g –

1.6kg

| Min| 60 secs|
Total Weight| 965g –

2.5kg

| 965g –

3.1kg

| 1| 3 – 4|
Re-knead Speed 1| 60 secs|

To fit and use your Splashguard

Raise the mixer head until it locks.
Fit the bowl onto the base.
Push the splashguard onto the underside of the mixer head ô€€… until fully located. The hinged section should be positioned as shown.
Insert required tool.
Lower the mixer head.
- During mixing, ingredients can be added directly to the bowl via the hinged section of the splashguard .
- You do not need to remove the splashguard to change tools.
Remove the splashguard by raising the mixer head and pushing it down.

Tool Adjustment

K-beater & Whisk
The tools are set to the correct height for the bowl supplied in the factory and should not require adjustment.
However, if you wish to adjust the tool use a suitable sized spanner:

TYPE KVC30 = 15mm
TYPE KVL40 = 19mm

Then follow the instructions below:

Unplug the appliance.
Raise the mixer head and insert the whisk or beater.
Lower the mixer head. If the clearance needs to be adjusted, raise the mixer head and remove the tool. Ideally the whisk and K-beater should be almost touching the bottom of the bowl ô€€†.
Using a suitable spanner loosen the nut sufficiently to allow adjustment of the shaft . To lower the tool closer to the bottom of the bowl, turn the shaft anti-clockwise. To raise the tool away from the bottom of the bowl turn the shaft clockwise.
Re-tighten the nut.
Fit the tool to the mixer and lower the mixer head. (Check its position see points above).
Repeat the above steps as necessary until the tool is set correctly. Once this is achieved tighten the nut securely.
Note: Spanner shown is for illustration purpose only.

Dough Tool
This tool is set at the factory and should require no adjustment.

Care & Cleaning

Always switch off and unplug before cleaning.
A little grease may appear at the slow speed outlet when you first use it. This is normal just wipe it off.

Power Unit And Outlet Covers

Wipe with a damp cloth, then dry.
Never use abrasives or immerse in water.

Bowl

Wash by hand, then dry thoroughly or wash in the dishwasher.
Never use a wire brush, steel wool or bleach to clean your stainless steel bowl. Use vinegar to remove limescale.
Keep away from heat (cooker tops, ovens, microwaves).

Whisk & Splashguard

Wash by hand, then dry thoroughly or wash in the dishwasher.

K beater & Dough Tool

Wash by hand, then dry thoroughly.

recipe

chilli marinade
200g clear runny honey

chilli (whole) 20g (1tsp) crunchy peanut butter Seasoning
Place all the ingredients into the mini chopper/mill.
Fit the attachment to the Stand Mixer and allow the ingredients to settle around the blade.
Switch to max speed for 4 seconds.
Use as required.

Service and Customer Care

If you experience any problems with the operation of your appliance, before requesting assistance refer to the
“troubleshooting guide” section in the manual or visit www.kenwoodworld.com.
Please note that your product is covered by a warranty, which complies with all legal provisions concerning any existing warranty and consumer rights in the country where the product was purchased.
If your Kenwood product malfunctions or you find any defects, please send it or bring it to an authorized KENWOOD Service Centre. To find up to date details of your nearest authorized KENWOOD Service center visit
www.kenwoodworld.com or the website specific to your Country.
Designed and engineered by Kenwood in the UK.
Made in China.

Service and Customer Care

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE ON WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE)
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

Troubleshooting guide

Problem	Cause	Solution

The whisk or K-beater knocks against the bottom of the bowl or not reaching the ingredients in the bottom of the bowl.| Tool at the wrong height and needs adjusting.| Adjust the height using a suitable spanner – see “Tool Adjustment” section.
Slow speed attachment cannot be fitted.| Check your attachment is compatible for

use with your model.

| Attachment must have the KAX

twist connection system to fit the outlet.