KitchenAid 5K45SSWH3 TILT-HEAD Stand Mixers Owner’s Manual

: July 6, 2024
: KitchenAid

KitchenAid 5K45SSWH3 TILT-HEAD Stand Mixers

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Product Information

Specifications

Brand: KITCHENAID
Model: 5K45SSWH3
Type: Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
Origin: Made in the USA
Designed for: Household Use

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

Read all instructions carefully.
Avoid placing the mixer in water or any other liquid to prevent the risk of electric shock.
Supervise children closely when using or operating electrical appliances.
Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, and utensils away from the mixer’s attachments during operation to prevent injuries or damage.
Do not operate the mixer with a damaged cord, or plug, after a malfunction, or following a power outage.
Avoid using attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid to prevent fire, electric shock, or injuries.
Use the mixer indoors only.
Avoid letting the cord hang over the edge of a table or work surface.
Remove attachments such as the flat beater, wire whip, or dough hook before cleaning the mixer.
This product is intended for household use only.
Do not allow small children or weak individuals to use the appliance unsupervised.
Keep small children away from the appliance to prevent accidents.

FAQ

Q: Can I use this mixer outdoors?

A: No, the multifunctional mixer should only be used indoors.

Q: Is it safe to wash the attachments in a dishwasher?

A: It is recommended to hand wash the attachments to ensure their longevity.

Q: What should I do if the mixer stops working suddenly?

A: Unplug the mixer immediately and check for any visible damage or issues. Do not attempt to use it further and contact customer support for assistance.

Q: Can I use accessories from other brands with this mixer?

A: It is advised to only use accessories recommended or sold by KitchenAid to prevent any safety hazards.

MODELS

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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 words “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 the risk of electrical shock, do not put the Stand Mixer in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Unplug the Stand Mixer from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils away from the beater during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the Stand Mixer.
Do not operate the Stand Mixer with a damaged cord or plug or after the Stand Mixer malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.
Do not use the Stand Mixer outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
Remove the flat beater, wire whip, or dough hook from the Stand Mixer before washing.
This product is designed for household use only.
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the product.
The symbol on the product, or the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out under local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about the treatment, recovery, and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Electrical Requirements

Your Stand Mixer operates on a regular 220-240 volt A.C., 50/60 hertz house current. The wattage rating for your Stand Mixer is printed on the trim band.
This wattage is determined by using the attachment which draws the greatest power. Other recommended attachments may draw significantly less power.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded outlet. Do not remove the ground 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.

5K45SS Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Features

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5KSM150PS Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Features

Assembling Your Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

To Attach Bowl

Turn the speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Hold the locking lever in the UNLOCK position and tilt the motor head back.
Place bowl on bowl clamping plate.
Turn the bowl gently in the clockwise direction.

To Remove Bowl

Turn speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Hold the locking lever in the UNLOCK position and tilt the motor head back.
Turn the bowl counterclockwise.

To Attach a Flat Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook

Turn speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Hold the locking lever in the UNLOCK position and raise the motor head.
Slip the beater onto the beater shaft and press upward as far as possible.
Turn the beater to the right, hooking the beater over a pin on the shaft.

To Remove the Flat Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook

Turn speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Hold the locking lever in the UNLOCK position and raise the motor head.
Press the beater upward as far as possible and turn left.
Pull the beater from the beater shaft.

To Lock the Motor Head

Make sure the motor head is completely down.
Place the locking lever in the LOCK position.
Before mixing, test the lock by attempting to raise the head.

To Unlock the Motor Head

Place the lever in the UNLOCK position.
- NOTE: Motorhead should always be kept in the LOCK position when using a mixer.

To Operate Speed Control

Plug the mixer into a proper electrical outlet. The speed control lever should always be set at the lowest speed for starting, then gradually moved to the desired higher speed to avoid splashing ingredients out of a bowl for the Speed Control Guide.

Assembling Your Pouring Shield

To Attach the Pouring Shield

Turn the speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Attach a flat beater, dough hook, or wire whip and bowl.
Place the back half of the shield (without the chute) on the rim of the bowl.
Insert the tabs on the front half of the shield (with the chute) under the tab openings on the back half of the shield, then lower the shield to lock it into place.

To Remove the Pouring Shield

Turn speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Hold the locking lever in the UNLOCK position and tilt the motor head back.
Lift the pouring chute from bowl.
Slide back half of the shield from the bowl.
Remove the attachment and bowl.

To Use Pouring Shield

Pour ingredients into the bowl through the pouring chute.
- If Pouring Shield is included.

Using Your KitchenAid® Accessories

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 the speed control to “O”.
Unplug the stand mixer or disconnect the power.
Lift motor head.
Turn screw (A) SLIGHTLY counter clockwise (left) to raise the flat beater or clockwise (right) to lower the flat beater.
Adjust with a flat beater, so it just clears the surface of the 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, a coating may wear off the beater, or the wires on the whip may wear.

Care and Cleaning

The bowl, white flat beater, and white dough hook may be washed in an automatic dishwasher. Or, clean them thoroughly in hot sudsy water and rinse completely before drying. Do not store beaters on the shaft.
NOTE: Always be sure to unplug the Stand Mixer before cleaning. Wipe the Stand Mixer with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use household/commercial cleaners. Do not immerse in water.
Wipe off the beater shaft frequently, removing any residue that may accumulate.

Planetary Mixing Action

During operation, the flat beater moves around the stationary bowl, at the same time turning in the opposite direction on its axis. The diagram shows the complete coverage of the bowl made by the path of the beater.
Your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer will mix faster and more thoroughly than most other electric mixers. Therefore, the mixing time in most recipes must be adjusted to avoid overbeating.

Stand Mixer Use

WARNING Injury Hazard
Unplug the mixer before touching the beaters.
Failure to do so can result in broken bones, cuts, or bruises.
NOTE: Do not scrape the bowl while the 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. Turn the unit off before scraping.
The Stand Mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy loads with extended mixing time, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit.
This is normal.

Speed Control Guide

Speed Mixers

All speeds have the Soft Start feature which automatically starts the Stand Mixer at a lower speed to help prevent ingredient splash-out and “flour puff” at startup then quickly increases to the selected speed for optimal performance.

Number of Speed

Stir Speed| STIR| For slow stirring, combining, mashing, and starting all mixing procedures. Use to add flour and dry ingredients to batter, and add liquids to dry ingredients. Do not use STIR Speed to mix or knead yeast doughs.
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2| SLOW MIXING| For slow mixing, mashing, and 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. Use with Can Opener attachment.
4| MIXING, BEATING| 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. Use with: Food Grinder, Rotor Slicer/Shredder, Pasta Roller, and Fruit/Vegetable Strainer.
6| BEATING, CREAMING| For medium-fast beating (creaming) or whipping. Use to finish mixing cake, doughnuts, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes. Use with Citrus Juicer attachment.
8| FAST BEATING, WHIPPING| For whipping cream, egg whites, and boiled frostings.
10| FAST WHIPPING| For whipping small amounts of cream, or egg whites or for the final whipping of mashed potatoes. Use with Pasta Maker and Grain Mill attachments.

NOTE: Will not maintain fast speeds under heavy loads, such as when using Pasta Maker or Grain Mill attachments.

NOTE: Do not exceed Speed 2 when preparing yeast doughs as this may cause damage to the mixer.

Mixing Tips

Converting Your Recipe for the Stand Mixer
The mixing instructions found in this book can be used to convert your favorite recipes for use with your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer.
To help determine a mixing procedure, your observations and experience will be needed. Watch the batter or dough and mix only until it has the desired appearance described in your recipe such as “smooth and creamy.
Use the Speed Control Guide to help determine proper mixing speeds.

Adding Ingredients

The standard procedure to follow when mixing most batters, especially cake and cookie batters, is to add:
- 1⁄3 dry ingredients
- 1⁄2 liquid ingredients
- 1⁄3 dry ingredients
- 1⁄2 liquid ingredients
- 1⁄3 dry ingredients
Use STIR Speed until ingredients have been blended. Then gradually increase to the desired speed.
Always add ingredients as close to the side of the bowl as possible, not directly into the moving beater.
Shield can be used to simplify adding ingredients.
NOTE: If ingredients in the very bottom of the bowl are not thoroughly mixed, the beater is not far enough into the bowl.

Cake Mixes

When preparing packaged cake mixes, use Speed 4 for medium speed and Speed 6 for high speed. For best results, mix for the time stated on the package directions.

Adding Nuts, Raisins, or Candied Fruits

Solid materials should be folded in the last few seconds of mixing on STIR Speed. The batter should be thick enough to prevent the fruit or nuts from sinking to the bottom of the pan during baking. Sticky fruits should be dusted with flour for better distribution in the batter.

Liquid Mixtures

Mixtures containing large amounts of liquid ingredients should be mixed at lower speeds to avoid splashing. Increase speed only after the mixture has thickened.

Kneading Yeast Doughs

ALWAYS use the dough hook to mix and knead yeast dough.
Use Speed 2 to mix or knead yeast doughs. The use of any other speed creates a high potential for unit failure.
NEVER use recipes calling for more than 0.87 kg (7 cups) all-purpose flour or 0.81 kg (6 cups) whole wheat flour when making dough with a 4,25 liter (4.5 qt) tilt-head mixer.
NEVER use recipes calling for more than 1.00 kg (8 cups) all-purpose flour or 0.81 kg (6 cups) whole wheat flour when making dough with a 4,8 liter (5 qt) tilt-head mixer.

Mixing and Kneading Yeast Dough

Rapid Mix” describes a bread baking method that calls for dry yeast to be mixed with other dry ingredients before liquid is added. In contrast, the traditional method is to dissolve yeast in warm water.

Place all dry ingredients including yeast into the bowl, except the last 125 to 250 gr (1 to 2 cups) flour.
Attach bowl and dough hook. Lock mixer head. Turn to Speed 2 and mix for about 15 seconds, or until the ingredients are combined.
Continuing on Speed 2, gradually add liquid ingredients to the flour mixture and mix for 1 to 2 minutes longer.
- NOTE: If liquid ingredients are added too quickly, they will form a pool around the dough hook and slow down the mixing process.
Continuing on Speed 2, gently add the remaining flour, 60 gr (1⁄2 cup) at a time. Mix until dough clings to the hook and cleans the sides of the bowl, about 2 minutes.
When dough clings to the hook, knead on Speed 2 for 2 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Unlock and tilt back head and remove dough from hook. Follow the directions in the recipe for rising, shaping, and baking.
When using the traditional method to prepare a favorite recipe, dissolve yeast in warm water in a warm bowl.
- Add remaining liquids and dry ingredients, except the last 125 to 250 gr (1 to 2 cups) flour. Turn to Speed 2 and mix for about 1 minute, or until ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Proceed with Steps 4 through 6.
- Both methods work equally well for bread preparation. However, the “Rapid Mix” method may be a bit faster and easier for new bread bakers.
- It is slightly more temperature tolerant because the yeast is mixed with dry ingredients rather than with warm liquid.

Egg Whites

Place room-temperature egg whites in a clean, dry bowl. Attach bowl and wire whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to the designated speed and whip to the desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT SPEED

1 egg white . ……GRADUALLY to 10
2-4 egg whites .. ……GRADUALLY to 8
6 or more egg whites .. ……GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

With your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer, egg whites whip quickly. So, watch carefully to avoid overwhipping. This list tells you what to expect.

Frothy

Large, uneven air bubbles.

Begins to Hold Shape

Air bubbles are fine and compact; the product is white.

Soft Peak

Tips of peaks fall over when the wire whip is removed.

Almost Stiff

Sharp peaks form when the wire whip is removed, but the whites are soft.

Stiff but not Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when the wire whip is removed. Whites are uniform in color and glisten.

Stiff and Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when the wire whip is removed. Whites are speckled and dull in appearance.

Whipped Cream

Pour cold whipping cream into a chilled bowl. Attach bowl and wire whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to the designated speed and whip to the desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT SPEED

59 ml (1⁄4 cup) ……..GRADUALLY to 10
118 ml (1⁄2 cup) ……GRADUALLY to 10
236 ml (1 cup) ……..GRADUALLY to 8
472 ml (1 pint )…….GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

Watch cream closely during whipping.
Because your KitchenAid® Stand Mixer whips so quickly, there are just a few seconds between whipping stages.

Look for these characteristics:

Begins to Thicken

The cream is thick and custard-like.

Holds its Shape

The cream forms soft peaks when the wire whip is removed. Can be folded into other ingredients when making desserts and sauces.

Stiff

Cream stands in stiff, sharp peaks when the wire whip is removed. Use for topping on cakes or desserts, or filling for cream puffs.

Attachments and Accessories

General Information

KitchenAid® Attachments are designed to ensure long life. The attachment power shaft and hub socket are of a square design, to eliminate any possibility of slipping during the transmission of power to the attachment.
The hub and shaft housing are tapered to ensure a snug fit, even after prolonged use and wear. KitchenAid® Attachments require no extra power unit to operate them; the power unit is built-in.

General Instructions

To Attach

Turn the speed control to “O”.
Unplug the Stand Mixer or disconnect the power.
Loosen the 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 the attachment back and forth.
- When the attachment is in the proper position, the pin on the attachment will fit into the notch on the hub rim.
Tighten the attachment knob by turning it clockwise until the attachment is completely secured to the Stand Mixer.
Plug into the proper electrical outlet.

To Remove

Turn speed control to “O”.
Unplug the Stand Mixer or disconnect the power.
Loosen the attachment knob by turning it counterclockwise. Rotate the attachment slightly back and forth while pulling out.
Replace the attachment hub cover.
- Tighten the attachment knob by turning it clockwise.

When You Need Service

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug before servicing.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Please read the following before calling your service center.

The Stand Mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy loads with extended mixing periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.
The Stand Mixer may emit a pungent odor, especially when new.
- This is common with electric motors.
If the flat beater hits the bowl, stop the Stand Mixer. See “Beater to Bowl Clearance,”

If your Stand Mixer should malfunction or 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 the Stand Mixer off for 10-15 seconds, then turn it back on. If the mixer still does not start, allow it to cool for 30 minutes before turning it back on.
If the problem is not due to one of the above items, see “Service Centers.”

Warranty

Household KitchenAid® Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Warranty

Length of Warranty:| KitchenAid Will Pay For:| KitchenAid

Will Not Pay For:

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Europe, Australia, and New Zealand: For the Artisan® mixer 5KSM150PS: Five years Full Warranty from the date of purchase.

For the KitchenAid Classic® mixer 5K45SS: Two years Full Warranty from date of purchase.

Other:

One Year Full Warranty from the date of purchase.

| Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center| A. Repairs when Stand Mixer is used for operations other than normal household food preparation.

B. Damage resulting from accident, alterations, misuse, abuse, or installation/ operation not under local electrical codes.

KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INDIRECT DAMAGES.

Service Centers

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug before servicing.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
All service should be handled locally by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center. Contact the dealer from whom the unit was purchased to obtain the name of the nearest
Authorized KitchenAid Service Center.
In the U.K.: Call: 0845 6011 287
In Ireland: M.X. ELECTRIC

Service Department