KitchenAid 5KSM150PSN Stand Mixer Owner’s Manual

KitchenAid 5KSM150PSN Stand Mixer

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Speed Control Lever

2. Motor Head

3. Attachment Hub

4. Attachment Knob

5. Motor Head Locking Lever
   (not shown)

6. Beater Shaft

7. Beater Height Adjustment Screw (not shown)

8. Bowl Clamping Plate

9. Bowl**

10. Pouring Shield*

11. 2.8 L Stainless Steel Bowl*

12. Dough Hook

13. Wire Whip

14. Flex Edge Beater*

15. Flat Beater

*Included with select models only. Also available as 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 al safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. A 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 tel 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:

1. Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result in personal injury.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put Stand Mixer in water or other liquid.

3. 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

4. Turn the appliance 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.

5. Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, 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.

6. 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.

7. The use of attachments/accessories not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.

8. Do not use the appliance outdoors.

9. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter.

10. Remove Flat Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook from Stand Mixer before washing.

11. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

12. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

13.  Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.

14.  To avoid product damage, do not use the Stand Mixer Bowls in areas of high heat such as an oven, microwave, or on a stovetop.

15. Refer to the “Care and Cleaning” section for instructions on cleaning the surfaces in contact with food.

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

17. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

18. staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;

19.  farmhouses;

20. by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

21. 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.

• Wattage: 300 W max.
• For 5KSM125 – 5KSM200 Series
• 275 W max.
• For 5K45, 5KSM45 – 5KSM100 Series
• Voltage: 220-240 V
• Frequency: 50-60 Hz
• NOTE: 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 adapter.
• 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.

PRODUCT USAGE

SPEED CONTROL GUIDE

starting all mixing procedures. Use to add flour and dry ingredients to batter, and to add liquids to dry ingredients. Do not use Speed 1 to mix or knead yeast doughs.
2| Slow Mixing| Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater* Dough Hook| For slow mixing, mashing, faster stirring. Use to mix and knead yeast doughs, heavy batters and candies, start mashing potatoes or other vegetables, cut shortening into flour, and mix thin or splashy batters.

4

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Mixing, Beating

| Flat Beater Flex Edge Beater*Wire Whip| For mixing semi-heavy batters, such as cookies. Use to combine sugar and shortening and to add sugar to egg whites for meringues. Medium speed for cake mixes.
6| Beating, Creaming| For medium-fast beating (creaming) or whipping. Use to finish mixing cake, doughnut, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes.
8| Fast Beating, Whipping| Wire Whip| For whipping cream, egg whites, and boiled frostings.
10| Fast Whipping| For whipping small amounts of cream, egg whites, or for final whipping of mashed potatoes.

NOTE: The Speed Control Lever can be set between the speeds listed in the above chart to obtain speeds 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.

ACCESSORY GUIDE

frostings, candies, cookies, pie pastry, biscuits, meat loaf, mashed potatoes.
Wire Whip| Mixtures that need air incorporated:| Eggs, egg whites, heavy cream, boiled frostings, sponge cakes, mayonnaise, some candies.
Dough Hook| Mixing and kneading yeast doughs:| Breads, rolls, pizza dough, coffee cakes, buns.

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

ATTACHING/REMOVING THE BOWL

To attach Bowl: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock* the head to keep it lifted.

Place Bowl on Bowl Clamping Plate. Turn Bowl gently in clockwise direction.

To remove Bowl: Repeat steps 1 and 2. Turn Bowl gently counterclockwise.

LIFTING/LOWERING THE MOTOR HEAD

To lift Motor Head: Push the locking lever to the UNLOCK position and lift the head. Once lifted, the lever will automatically go back in LOCK position to keep the head lifted.

To put down Motor Head: Push the locking lever to UNLOCK and gently bring the head down. The locking lever will automatically go back in LOCK position when the head is down. Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise Motor Head.

NOTE: Motor Head should always be in lock position when using the Stand Mixer. n*Locking option is available on select models.

*ATTACHING/REMOVING THE FLAT BEATER, FLEX EDGE BEATER, WIRE WHIP, OR DOUGH HOOK**

WARNING
Injury Hazard Unplug mixer before touching beaters. Failure to do so can result in broken bones, cuts, or bruises.

To attach accessory: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Unlock and lift the Motor Head. Then, lock** the head to keep it lifted.

Slip accessory onto Beater Shaft and press upward as far as possible. Then, turn accessory to the right, hooking accessory over the pin on the shaft.

To remove accessory: Repeat steps 1 and 2. Press accessory upward as far as possible and turn to the left. Then pull accessory from the Beater Shaft.

*Included with select models only. Also available as optional accessory. **Locking option is available on select models.

BEATER TO BOWL CLEARANCE
Your Stand Mixer is adjusted at the factory so the Flat Beater just clears the bottom of the Bowl. If, for any reason, the Flat Beater hits the bottom of the Bowl or is too far away from the Bowl, you can correct clearance easily.

Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Lift Motor Head. Turn screw slightly counterclockwise (left) to raise Flat Beater or clockwise (right) to lower Flat Beater. Make adjustment with Flat Beater, so it just clears surface of Bowl. If you over adjust the screw, the Bowl lock lever may not lock into place.

NOTE: When properly adjusted, the Flat Beater will not strike on the bottom or side of the Bowl. If the Flat Beater or the Wire Whip is so close that it strikes the bottom of the Bowl, coating may wear off the beater or wires on whip may wear.

**PLACING/REMOVING THE POURING SHIELD***

To place Pouring Shield*: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer. Attach your ch

osen accessory. See the
“Attaching/Removing the Flat Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook” section.

From the front of the Stand Mixer, slide the Pouring Shield over the Bowl until the shield is centred. The bottom rim of the shield should fit within the Bowl.
Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

To remove Pouring Shield*: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Lift the front of the Pouring Shield* clear of the Bowl rim and pull forward. Remove attachment and Bowl.

**USING THE POURING SHIELD**
Use the Pouring Shield to avoid having ingredients splashing out of the Bowl when mixing, as well as to easily pour ingredients in the Bowl while mixing.

For best results, rotate the shield so the Motor Head covers the U-shaped gap in the shield. The pouring chute will be just to the right of the Attachment Hub as you face the Stand Mixer.

Pour the ingredients into the Bowl through the pouring chute.
*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

OPERATING THE SPEED CONTROL

NOTE: The Stand Mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy loads with extended mixing time, the top of the unit may become hot. This is normal.

Plug Stand Mixer into proper electrical outlet. Always set Speed Control Lever on lowest speed to start, then gradually increase speed to avoid splashing ingredients. See “Speed Control Guide” chart.

Do not scrape Bowl while Stand Mixer is operating. The Bowl and beater are designed to provide thorough mixing without frequent scraping. Scraping the Bowl once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient.

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
KitchenAid offers a wide range of optional attachments such as food grinders or pasta makers. They may be attached to the Stand Mixer attachment power shaft, as shown here.

To attach: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Loosen Attachment Knob by turning it counterclockwise. Remove Attachment Hub cover.

Insert attachment shaft housing into Attachment Hub, making certain that attachment power shaft fits into square Attachment Hub socket. It may be necessary to rotate attachment back and forth. When attachment is in proper position, the pin on the attachment will fit into the notch on the hub rim.

Tighten Attachment Knob by turning clockwise until attachment is completely secured to Stand Mixer. Plug into proper electrical outlet.

Plug into proper electrical outlet.

To remove: Turn speed control to “0” (OFF). Unplug Stand Mixer.

Loosen Attachment Knob by turning it counterclockwise. Rotate attachment slightly back and forth while pulling out.

Replace Attachment Hub cover. Tighten Attachment Knob by turning it clockwise.

NOTE: See the Use and Care Guide of each specific attachment for recommended speed settings and operating times.

CARE AND CLEANING

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

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.

Always be sure to unplug Stand Mixer before cleaning. Wipe Stand Mixer with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use household/commercial cleaners. Wipe off Beater Shaft frequently, removing any residue that may accumulate. Do not immerse in water.

Bowl, Pouring Shield, white Flat Beater, Flex Edge Beater, and white Dough Hook may be washed in a dishwasher. Or, clean them thoroughly in hot sudsy water and rinse completely before drying. Do not store beaters on shaft.

IMPORTANT: The Wire Whip is not dishwasher-safe. Clean it thoroughly in hot sudsy water and rinse completely before drying. Do not store Wire Whip on shaft.
*Included with select models only. Also available as an optional accessory.

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.

TroubleShooting

time periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.
The Stand Mixer emit a pungent odor:| This is common with electric motors, especially when new.
If the Flat Beater hits the Bowl:| Stop the Stand Mixer. See the “Beater to Bowl Clearance” section and adjust the Beater to Bowl Clearance.
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.
If the problem cannot be corrected:| Then contact KitchenAid or an Authorized Service Center.
Do not return the Stand Mixer to the retailer; retailers do not provide service.

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