Instant 6.3 Quart Stand Mixer SM1600 User Manual

: June 16, 2024
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Instant 6.3 Quart Stand Mixer SM1600 User Manual

Instant 6.3 Quart Stand Mixer SM1600

INSTANT® STAND MIXER 6.3QT SM1600

USER MANUAL

Welcome

To your new Instant Stand Mixer!
There’s a whole world of information waiting for you as you get to know your Instant Stand Mixer. Here are some of the most helpful resources.

Get started with your new Stand Mixer!

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Before using your new Instant Stand Mixer, read all instructions, including the safety, cleaning and warranty instructions. Failure to follow the safeguards and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.

Placement

DO always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven.
DO NOT use the appliance near water or flame.
DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.

General Use

DO keep hands, hair, clothing away from the mixing attachments while they are in rotation.
DO NOT touch any moving parts.
DO NOT insert anything into the mixing attachments while they are in rotation.
DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use.
DO NOT allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities to operate this appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. Children should not play with this appliance.
DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than household use. It is not intended for commercial use.
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
DO NOT use attachments or accessories not made by Instant Brands specifically for this appliance.
The operation of appliance, intended for use with various attachments, at speeds exceeding those recommended by the manufacturer results in a risk of injury to persons, the instruction manual provided with the appliance shall indicate the recommended speeds of operation.
Bowl must be locked properly in place before operating appliance.

Care and Storage

DO NOT store any materials in the unit when not in use.
DO NOT place any combustible materials in the unit, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.

Power Cord

A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.

WARNING: Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.

DO NOT let the power cord touch hot surfaces or open flame, including the stovetop.
DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
DO NOT use with power converters or adapters, timer switches or separate remote-control systems.
DO plug this appliance into a polarized outlet one way. This appliance has a polarized plug, and one blade is wider than the other.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock:

ONLY plug this appliance into a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
DO NOT attempt to modify the plug in any way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.

Electrical Warning

The unit contains electrical components that are an electrical shock hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock.

To protect against electrical shock:

To disconnect, turn off the unit, then remove plug from power source. Always unplug when not in use, as well as before adding or removing parts or accessories, and before cleaning.

To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.

DO regularly inspect the appliance and power cord.
DO NOT operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. For assistance, contact Customer Care by email at support@instanthome.com.
DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire, personal injury and/or property damage, and will void the warranty.
DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result in personal injury or property damage.
DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or other liquid.
Remove beaters from mixer before washing.
DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 120 V ~ 60 Hz for North America.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Stand Mixer

Mixing Attachments

Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.

INITIAL SET UP

Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle everything that can be recycled where you live. Be sure to keep this Manual for reference.

Unpack

1. Remove your new mixer from the box.
2. Remove all of the packaging material from in and around the mixer.
3. Remove the Pouring Shield from in the paper tray packed around the mixer.
4. The Dough Hook, Beater, and Whisk are packed inside the mixing bowl. When removing the attachments, place your hand on top of the mixer head before lifting. The mixer head tilt mechanism is spring assisted, and you’ll want to hold it in place while lifting.
5. Make sure to remove the Dough Hook, Beater and Whisk from the Bowl.
6. Don’t remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from the mixer.
7. Wash the mixing bowl and attachments before using for the first time.

Placement

Place your mixer on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources. Do not place your mixer on top of another appliance.

Turn on

Plug the mixer into an electric outlet. The ring will flash until a speed is selected.

USING YOUR STAND MIXER

Control dial

The Control Dial is easy to use, with 6 speeds plus pulse.

Opening and closing the mixer

The Mixer Head is easy to operate and designed to stay in place whether open or closed.

To open

1. Place one hand on top of the Mixer Head and use the other hand to pull down on the Release Lever.
2. The Mixer Head will spring upward; make sure it locks into the open position.

To close

1. Pull down on the Release Lever.
2. Push the Mixer Head down until it locks in the closed position.

Using the Pouring Shield

The Pouring Shield can help keep ingredients in the bowl during mixing and has a pouring chute for adding ingredients during mixing.

To place the Shield on the Bowl

Ensure that the mixer is not plugged in. Before placing the Mixing Bowl onto the Mixer, slide the Pouring Shield onto the Mixer Head. Ensure that all 4 silicone pads on the Pouring Shield are fully seated around the Mixer Head.

To remove the Shield

After you’ve removed the Mixing Attachments from the Mixer, pull the Pouring Shield off the Mixer Head.

How to mix

Prep

1. Ensure the mixer is not plugged in
2. Lift the Mixer Head to the OPEN position.
3. Select the mixing attachment you want to use and place the opening over the mixing attachment shaft. Align the cutouts on the attachments with the pin on the shaft. Push the attachment in to compress the spring and rotate the attachment clockwise until the pin is securely seated in the slot of the mixing attachment.
4. Place your ingredients into the mixing bowl.
5. Place the mixing bowl in the mixer and turn the bowl clockwise to lock in place.
6. Return the Mixer Head to the CLOSED position.
7. Plug in mixer into outlet.

Mix:

1. Turn the Control Dial to the desired mixing speed.
You can adjust the mixing speed at any time during mixing.
2. When you’re done mixing, turn the Control Dial to zero.
The Mixer will stop mixing if the Mixer Head is lifted during operation. The unit will stop. In order to restart mixing, close the mixer head and reset the Speed Control Dial to zero.
3. Once the unit has fully stopped, you can lift the Mixer Head to the OPEN position, turn the mixing bowl counterclockwise to unlock and remove the bowl.

MIXING TIPS

The Instant Stand Mixer handles any types of mixing. Here are some guidelines for speed and capacity.

Speed guidelines

Speeds shown are general recommendations. Use your own judgement or the recipe instructions.

Attachment	Speed	Action
Dough Hook	1	Folding in ingredients
2-3	Kneading dough
Beater	1	Stirring dry ingredients
2-4	Cutting butter

Slowly mixing heavy creams
Mixing cookie dough
Mashing Potatoes
Creaming butter
Beating Frosting
Whisk| 1| Starting whipped creams and egg whites
5-6| Whipping for meringues
Finishing whipped cream
Finish mashing potatoes
Fast whipping small amounts of egg whites

Max capacity

Overfilling the mixing bowl will cause problems when mixing. Here are some sample maximum amounts of ingredients.

Attachment	Maximum capacity
Dough hook	1000 g of all-purpose flour 600 g whole wheat flour
Beater	100 cookies

(about 23 g of dough per cookie or roughly a rounded tablespoon)
Whisk| 18 large egg whites

Tip: For large batches or dense ingredients like wheat and rye flour, do not operate the mixer continuously for over 10 minutes to prevent overheating.

CARE, CLEANING, STORAGE

Clean your Instant Stand Mixer after use. Always unplug the unit before cleaning. Before use or storing, make sure all surfaces are dry

WARNING

DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or other liquid, which may result in electric shock.

Part	Cleaning instructions
Exterior of unit	• Clean with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Wipe dry.
Mixing attachments	• Dishwasher safe, top rack.

• Or clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• Allow the mixing attachments to dry completely before storing.
Mixing attachment shaft| • The mixing attachment shaft may produce small amounts of black residue due to high speed
and friction when the machine is working. After each use, please clean it thoroughly and keep the area dry.
• To clean, use a damp cloth to wipe around the outside of the shaft.
• Use care when cleaning due to the sharp edges.
Mixing Bowl| • Dishwasher safe.
• Or clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• Allow the mixing bowl to dry completely before storing.
Mixing Bowl
Pouring Shield| • Clean with damp cloth and mild soap.
Power cord| • Use a barely-damp cloth to wipe any particles off cord.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you run into problems operating your Instant® Stand Mixer, start here to see if we have a solution. If you can’t resolve the problem yourself or if you have questions, get in touch with Customer Care and we’ll be happy to help.

Problem	Cause	Solution
The mixer suddenly stops working during use	The mixer may have been run too
long or the room temperature is too high.	1. Reset the speed to “0”.

2. Unplug the power.
3. Wait for the mixer to return to room
temperature (generally 15-30 minutes).
4.Try restarting the process.
The mixer does not run when you try to mix| The electrical cord has come unplugged from the socket.| Verify that the power plug is plugged into the outlet.
Power is off.| Wait for power to return before operating.
Mixer Head isn’t locked into place.| Make sure the mixer head is locked into the CLOSED position.
The mixer makes excessive noise when running| The mixer is louder at high speeds than low speeds| Choose the right speed to mix food according to the recommendations in the manual
There is too much food in the bowl and the mixer is overwhelmed| Reduce the amount of food
The mixer has been mixing for too long| Stop the mixer and allow it to cool down for a while before using
Problem| Cause| Solution
Mixing speed slows unexpectedly or
is uneven| The room temperature is low, causing the lubricant in the mixer to harden| Remove the mixing bowl and let the mixer idle for 5 minutes to soften the lubricant
The food being mixed is too hard or overloaded, and the mixer cannot keep up| Reduce the amount of food in the bowl
Mixer sways and shakes when working| The foot pads on the base are off| Replace the foot pads
The mixer is placed countertop that’s uneven| Place the mixer on a smooth and flat countertop
The Mixer Head won’t return to the closed position after inserting the mixing bowl with the Pouring Shield| The Pouring Shield is blocking the Mixer Head| Rotate the Mixing Bowl Pouring Shield on the mixing bowl and make sure it is tightly fitted

Product Specifications

Model| Wattage| Voltage| Volume| Weight| Dimensions
---|---|---|---|---|---
SM1600| 400 W| 120V/
60Hz| 6.3 Quart
6 Liter| 5 kg
11 lbs| In: 14.88 L x 11.26 W x 12.8 H
(Mixer + Bowl)
Cm: 37.8 L x 28.6 W x 32.5 H
(Mixer + Bowl)

LEARN MORE

There’s a whole world of Instant Stand Mixer information and help just waiting for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.

Register your product
Instanthome.com/register

Contact Consumer Care
In the Instant Brands® Connect App
Instanthome.com/customer-care-center
support@instanthome.com

Instant Brands® Connect App
Instanthome.com

iOS and Android app stores
Replacement parts and accessories
Instanthome.com

Join the community

WARRANTY

One (1) Year Limited Warranty
This One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of Instant Brands LLC (“Instant Brands”) by the original appliance owner and is not transferable. Proof of original purchase date and, if requested by Instant Brands, return of your appliance, is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided the appliance was used in accordance with the use & care instructions, Instant Brands will, in its sole and exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event that your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire twelve (12) months from the date of receipt. Failure to register your product will not reduce your warranty rights. The liability of Instant Brands, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part will not exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.

What is not covered by this warranty?

Products purchased, used, or operated outside of the United States and Canada.
Products that have been modified or attempted to be modified.
Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, neglect, unreasonable use, use contrary to the operating instructions, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly, disassembly, failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance, fire, flood, acts of God, or repair by anyone unless directed by an Instant Brands representative.
Use of unauthorized parts and accessories.
Incidental and consequential damages.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances.

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, INSTANT BRANDS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS OR REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE, USAGE, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLIANCES OR PARTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, OR REPRESENTATIONS OF WORKMANSHIP, MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR DURABILITY.

Some states or provinces do not allow for: (1) the exclusion of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness; (2) limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; and/or (3) the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages; so these limitations may not apply to you. In these states and provinces, you have only the implied warranties that are expressly required to be provided in accordance with applicable law. The limitations of warranties, liability, and remedies apply to the maximum extent permitted by law. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Product Registration
Please visit www.instanthome.com/register to register your new Instant Brands appliance. Failure to register your product will not diminish your warranty rights. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase, model number (found on the back of your appliance) and serial number (found on the bottom of your appliance) along with your name and email address. The registration will enable us to keep you up to date with product developments and recipes and contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.

Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, please contact our Consumer Care Department by email to support@instanthome.com. You can also create a support ticket online at www.instanthome.com. If we are unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection. Instant Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service. When returning your appliance, please include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.

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