KitchenAid 9KSM95 Stand Mixer User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- KitchenAid
Table of Contents
KitchenAid 9KSM95 Stand Mixer User Manual
PARTS AND FEATURES
- Locking Lever (not shown)
- Attachment Knob
- Attachment Hub
- Motor Head
- Speed Control Lever
- Beater Height Adjustment Screw (not shown)
- Bowl Clamping Plate
- Bowl**
- Beater Shaft
- Pouring Shield*
- 2.8 L Stainless Steel Bowl*
- Flat Beater
- Flex Edge Beater*
- Wire Whip
- Dough Hook
*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.
**The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
PRODUCT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result in personal injury.
- To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put Stand Mixer in water or other liquid.
- 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 concerning use of the appliance 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 that 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 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 appliance to the nearest Authorised 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 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 to be used 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an earthed outlet.
Do not remove 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
ACCESSORY | USE TO MIX | SUGGESTED ITEMS |
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Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater* | Normal to heavy mixtures | Cakes, creamed |
frostings, candies, cookies, biscuits, pie pastry, meatloaf, mashed potatoes.
Wire Whip| Mixtures that need reincorporated| Eggs, egg whites, heavy cream,
boiled frostings, sponge cakes, mayonnaise, some candies.
Dough Hook| Mixing and kneading yeast doughs| Breads, rolls, pizza dough,
buns.
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.
SPEED | ACCESSORY | ACTION | DESCRIPTION |
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Stir | Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater* | Stir | For starting all mixing procedures, |
slow stirring, combining, and mashing.
2| Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater| Slow mixing| For slow mixing, mashing, and
faster stirring.
To mix and knead yeast doughs, heavy batters, and candies; mix thin or splashy
batters.
4| Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater| Mixing, Beating| For mixing semi-heavy
batters, such as cookies, or to combine sugar and shortening. Medium speed for
cake mixes.
Wire Whip| For adding sugar to egg whites for meringues.
6| Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*| Beating, Creaming| For medium-fast beating
(creaming), or whipping. Use to finish mixing cake, doughnut, and other
batters. High speed for cake mixes.
Wire Whip| For medium-fast whipping of ingredients requiring incorporation of
air, such as egg whites.
8| Wire Whip| Fast beating, Whipping| For whipping cream, egg whites, and
boiled frostings.
NOTE: To move the Speed Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings in either direction.
*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory
PRODUCT ASSEMBLY
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Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer off (OFF/0).
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Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock** the head to keep it lifted.
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Place the Bowl* on the Clamping Plate and twist to lock in place.
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Slide and rotate the accessory aligning over the pin on the shaft.
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Unlock the Motor Head and move it down. Then, lock** the head to keep it down. Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise the Motor Head.
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(OPTIONAL) To adjust Beater to Bowl* Clearance: Tilt and lock* the Motor Head back. Turn the screw slightly counterclockwise (left) to raise the beater, or clockwise (right) to lower it. NOTE: If you over-adjust the screw, the Bowl lock lever may not lock into place.
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(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 will position the pouring chute just to the right of the Attachment Hub as you face the mixer. Press lightly so that the Easy Snap tabs snap the shield onto the bowl.
The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
Locking option is available on selected models.
Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.
PRODUCT USAGE
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an earthed outlet.
Do not remove 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.
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Plug it into an earthed outlet. Start with lower speed to avoid splashing and increase it gradually. Refer to the “Speed Control Guide” section.
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Do not scrape the Bowl while operating. Scraping the Bowl once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient.
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(OPTIONAL): Pour ingredients into the Bowl* through the Pouring Chute.
The Bowl design and material depend on the Stand Mixer model.
PRODUCT DISASSEMBLY
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Turn the Stand Mixer off (OFF/0) and unplug. Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock the head to keep it lifted.
(OPTIONAL): Lift the front of the Pouring Shield, clear of the rim of the Bowl. Pull away from the Stand Mixer.
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Press the accessory upward, turn it and pull it away from the Beater Shaft.
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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 may be attached to the Stand Mixer Attachment Hub as shown here.
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Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer off (OFF/0).
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Remove the Attachment Hub cover.
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 mode. -
Insert attachment into Attachment Hub, making certain that attachment power shaft fits into the square Attachment Hub socket.
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Tighten the Attachment Knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is secured to the Stand Mixer.
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.
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Unplug and turn the Stand Mixer off (OFF/0)
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Dishwasher-safe parts, top rack only: Stainless Steel Bowl, Bowl Lid, Flat Beater, Dough Hook, Flex Edge Beater, and Pouring Shield.
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Wipe the Stand Mixer body with a soft, damp cloth.
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Clean the Wire Whip thoroughly with hand wash only
Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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, re, or electrical shock.
PROBLEM | SOLUTION |
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If Stand Mixer warms up during use | Under heavy loads with extended mixing |
time periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit.
This is normal.
If the Flat Beater hits the Bowl| Stop the Stand Mixer. See the “Product
Assembly” section and adjust the Beater to Bowl Clearance.
The Speed Control Lever does not move smoothly or easily| To move the Speed
Control Lever with ease, lift slightly up as you move it across the settings
in either direction.
If your Stand Mixer should fail to operate, please check the following| Is the
Stand Mixer plugged in?
Is the fuse in the circuit to the Stand Mixer in working order? If you have a
Circuit Breaker Box, be sure the circuit is closed.
Turn off the Stand Mixer for 10-15 seconds, then turn it back on. If the Stand
Mixer still does not start, allow it to cool for 30 minutes before turning it
back on.
NOTE: If the problem cannot be corrected, see the “Warranty and Service”
section.
Do not return the Stand Mixer to the retailer; retailers do not provide
service.
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