KitchenAid KSB13 Stand Blender Instruction Manual
- June 8, 2024
- KitchenAid
Table of Contents
KitchenAid KSB13 Stand Blender
Product Information
Specifications
- Model: Stand Blender KSB13**
- Jar Capacity: 48 oz / 1.4 L
FAQs
- Q: Can I blend hot liquids in the Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar?
- A: It is not recommended to blend hot liquids in the Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar to avoid injury. Use appropriate containers for hot ingredients.
PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
- A. Lid Center Cap
- B. Lid with Vent Well
- C. Jar (48 oz / 1.4 L capacity)
- Glass Jar**** (48 oz / 1.4 L capacity)
- D. Base
- E. Control Dial
- F. Reamer*
- G. Pulp Strainer/Basket*
- H. Juice Container*
- (32 oz / 1 L capacity)
- J. Gear Assembly*
- K. Personal Jar** (16 oz / 0.5 L capacity)
- L. Blade Assembly of Personal Jar**
- M. Personal Jar Easy-Drink Lid**
- N. Small Batch Jar***
- (6 oz / 0.2 L capacity)
- P. Blade Assembly of Small Batch Jar***
- R. Small Batch Jar Lid***
- T. Tamper
* Accessories only included with Citrus Press model.
** Accessories only included with Personal Jar model.
*** Accessories only included with Small Batch Jar model.
**** Accessories only included with Blender with Glass Container model.
BLENDER 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.
- To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put Stand Blender base 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 useof 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, 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.
- 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 Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
- Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the blender is not running.
- Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
- Always operate blender with cover in place.
- Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
- When blending hot liquids or ingredients, Lid Center Cap shall remain in place over the lid opening. Always start on lowest speed and slowly ramp to desired speed when blending hot liquids or ingredients.
- Do not blend hot liquids and ingredients in the Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar.
- To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades on base without Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar properly attached.
- The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is designed for household use only.
MOTOR HORSEPOWER
Motor horsepower for the Blender motor was measured using a dynamometer, a machine that laboratories routinely use to measure the mechanical power of motors. Our 0.9 peak horsepower (HP) motor reference reflects the horsepower output of the motor itself and not the Blender’s horsepower output in the Blender Jar. As with any Blender, the power output in the Jar is not the same as the horsepower of the motor itself.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Voltage: 120 VAC
- Frequency: 60 Hz
NOTE
- This Blender is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
- If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
GETTING STARTED
BLENDER FUNCTION GUIDE
The Blender features 3 speeds and Ice Crush/Pulse function, allowing you to
customize your blend.
Recipes can differ significantly and might work best on speed that are not
obvious. We encourage you to find the best speed match for your favorite
recipes.
| Accessories | Size | Speed | Suggested items to blend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blender Jar | 48 oz |
(1.4 L)
| Speed 1, 2, 3, and Pulse/Ice crush| Smoothies, Icy drinks, Shakes / Malts,
Dips, Spreads and more.
Personal Jar| 16 oz
(0.5 L)
| Speed 1, 2, 3, and Pulse/Ice crush| Individual Smoothie, Icy drinks, Shakes
/ Malts and lower volume recipes.
Small Batch Jar| 6 oz
(0.2 L)
| Speed 1, 2, 3, and Pulse/Ice crush| Small volume recipes – Purees, Sauces,
Baby food, Dressings, Marinades, Pesto and more.
Citrus Press| 32 oz
(1 L)
| Speed 1| Citrus juice, Grapefruit juice and more.
PREPARING AND USING
PREPARING AND USING THE BLENDER
PREPARING THE BLENDER FOR USE
Before using your Blender for the first time, wipe clean Blender base with a
warm damp cloth.
Dry with a soft cloth. Wash Blender Jar, Lid, and Lid Center Cap in warm,
sudsy water (see “Care and Cleaning” section). Rinse parts and wipe dry. Be
sure the countertop beneath the Blender and surrounding areas are dry and
clean.
IMPORTANT
- When moving your Blender, always support/lift from the Blender base.
- The Base will become disengaged from Jar if carried by Blender Jar or Blender Jar handle only.
USING THE BLENDER
IMPORTANT: Allow the Blender to fully stop before removing the Lid, Blender Jar, or pouring out your blended ingredients.
USING PULSE MODE/ICE CRUSH MODE
- Your Blender offers a Pulse/Ice Crush function with a soft start to avoid ingredient splatter.
- When turning the Control Dial to the Pulse/Ice Crush ( ) function, the Blender will operate at optimal speed to crush ice. This function will continue until you release the Control Dial, returning to (O).
TIP: Use half of standard ice cube tray or 7-8 standard ice cubes at a time for blending. The Ice Crush feature has been optimized to crush and chop ice without adding any liquid ingredients.
PREPARING AND USING THE PERSONAL JAR
PREPARING THE PERSONAL JAR FOR USE
The Personal Jar is the perfect size and handy to carry with you on the go.
Before using your Personal Jar for the first time, wash Jar, Lids, and Blade
Assembly in warm, sudsy water (see “Care and Cleaning” section). Rinse parts
and wipe dry. Be sure the countertop beneath the Blender and surrounding areas
are dry and clean.
IMPORTANT
- Do not blend hot liquids and ingredients in the Personal Jar.
USING THE PERSONAL JAR
PREPARING AND USING THE SMALL BATCH JAR
PREPARING THE SMALL BATCH JAR FOR USE
The Small Batch Jar is perfect for smaller recipes like sauces, dressings,
marinades and more.
Before using your Small Batch Jar for the first time, wash Bowl, Lid, and
Blade Assembly in warm, sudsy water (see “Care and Cleaning” section). Rinse
parts and wipe dry. Be sure the countertop beneath the Blender and surrounding
areas are dry and clean.
IMPORTANT
- Do not blend hot liquids and ingredients in the Small Batch Jar.
USING THE SMALL BATCH JAR
PREPARING AND USING THE CITRUS PRESS
PREPARING THE CITRUS PRESS FOR USE
- Before using your Citrus Press for the first time, wash Reamer, Pulp Basket and Juice Container in warm, sudsy water. Rinse parts and wipe dry. Wipe clean the Gear Assembly with a warm, damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth (see “Care and Cleaning” section).
- Be sure the countertop beneath the Blender and surrounding areas are dry and clean.
USING THE CITRUS PRESS
CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING THE BLENDER AND ACCESSORIES
- Clean the Blender and accessories thoroughly after every use.
NOTE
- To avoid damaging the Blender, do not immerse the Blender base or cord in water.
- To avoid scratching the Blender, do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads.
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON CLEANING THE BLENDER
Visit www.kitchenaid.com/quickstart for additional instructions with videos, inspiring recipes, and tips on how to clean your Blender.
TROUBLESHOOTING
IF YOUR BLENDER MALFUNCTIONS OR FAILS TO OPERATE
- Is the Blender plugged into a grounded electrical outlet?
- Plug the Blender into a grounded electrical outlet.
- Is the fuse in the circuit to the Blender in working order?
- If you have a circuit breaker box, make sure the circuit is closed. Try unplugging the Blender, then plug it back into a grounded electrical outlet.
- If Blender stops while blending:
- The Blender becomes overloaded or jammed when blending heavy ingredients. It will automatically shut off to prevent damage to the motor. Unplug the power cord. Remove the Blender Jar from the base and use a spatula to rearrange ingredients in the Blender Jar. If it’s overloaded, divide contents into smaller batches. For certain recipes, adding liquid to the Blender Jar may also reduce the load on the Blender.
- If the ingredients of a recipe aren’t blending:
- There may be times when an air pocket is created around the blade, causing the ingredients to miss the blending blade. Unplug the power cord. Remove the Blender Jar from the base, and use a spatula to rearrange ingredients in the Blender Jar.
- If Blender stops while blending with Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar:
- If Blender stops, unplug the power cord. Remove the Personal Jar or Small Batch Jar from the base, and shake it a little bit. Place it back on the base, and then turn the Blender back on to continue regular use.
- If the problem cannot be corrected:
- See the “Warranty and Service” sections. Contact an authorized service center for assistance.
Do not return the Blender to the retailer – retailers do not provide service.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
KITCHENAID® BLENDER WARRANTY FOR THE 50 UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, PUERTO RICO, AND CANADA
This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Blenders operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
| Length of Warranty: | One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase. |
|---|
KitchenAid Will Pay for Your Choice of:
| Hassle-Free Replacement of your Blender. See the next page for details on how to arrange for service, or call the Customer eXperience Center toll-free at 1-800-541-6390.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Facility.
KitchenAid Will Not Pay for:| A. Repairs when your Blender is used in other than normal single family home use.
B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or abuse.
C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your Blender to an Authorized Service Facility.
D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Blender attachments operated outside the 50 United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY—50 UNITED STATES, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND PUERTO RICO
We’re so confident the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that, if your Blender should fail within the first year of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparable replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your original Blender returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty.
If your Blender should fail within the first year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday. Please have your original sales receipt available when you call. Proof of purchase will be required to initiate the claim. Give the consultant your complete shipping address (no P.O. Box numbers, please).
When you receive your replacement Blender, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original Blender and send it back to KitchenAid.
HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY—CANADA
We’re so confident the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of the KitchenAid brand that, if your Blender should fail within the first year of ownership, we will replace your Blender with an identical or comparable replacement. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty.
If your Blender should fail within the first year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-807-6777 Monday through Friday.Please have your original sales receipt available when you call. Proof of purchase will be required to initiate the claim. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. When you receive your replacement Blender, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original Blender and send it back to KitchenAid.
ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES, OR ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
- In the United States and Puerto Rico:
- For service information, or to order accessories or replacement parts, call toll-free at 1-800-541-6390 or write to: Customer eXperience Center, KitchenAid Small Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218
Outside the United States and Puerto Rico:
Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the Blender for information on how to obtain service.
- For service information in Canada: Call toll-free 1-800-807-6777.
- For service information in Mexico: Call toll-free 01-800-0022-767.
Contacts
DISCOVER MORE.
PRODUCT QUESTIONS OR RETURNS
- USA: 1.800.541.6390 | KitchenAid.com
- CANADA: 1.800.807.6777 | KitchenAid.ca
- MEXICO: KitchenAid.com.mx
- LATIN AMERICA: KitchenAid-Latam.com
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References
- KitchenAid Latam
- Premium Major & Small Kitchen Appliances | KitchenAid
- Batidoras, cafeteras y más | KitchenAid México
- kitchenaid-ca.com
- Batidoras, cafeteras y más | KitchenAid México