KitchenAid KHM5TWH 3 and 5 Speed Hand Mixers Owner’s Manual

: July 9, 2024
: KitchenAid

Table of Contents

KitchenAid KHM5TWH 3 and 5 Speed Hand Mixers
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Electrical Requirements
How to Use the Mixer
To Operate the Speed Control
Speed Control Guide
Accessories
Care and Cleaning
RECIPE
References
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KitchenAid KHM5TWH 3 and 5 Speed Hand Mixers

Product Information

The KITCHENAID KHM5TWH Hand Mixer is a versatile kitchen appliance designed to assist you in various mixing tasks. With 3 and 5-speed options, this mixer provides flexibility for different recipes and ingredients. It is backed by a Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty from KitchenAid, ensuring quality service and support.

Specifications:

Model: KITCHENAID KHM5TWH
Type: Hand Mixer
Speed Options: 3 & 5 Speeds

Product Usage Instructions

Warranty and Registration:
Before using the mixer, ensure you have proof of purchase for warranty purposes. Fill out and mail the product registration card included with the unit. This will allow KitchenAid to contact you for any safety notifications and comply with regulations. Keep a copy of the sales receipt as proof of purchase for in-warranty service.

Replacement Procedure:
If your mixer fails within the first year of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange a free replacement delivery. Pack your failed mixer securely in the original carton with your name, address, and proof of purchase. Follow the detailed instructions provided in the manual for warranty terms and service arrangements.

Safety Instructions:
Read all safety messages in the manual and on the appliance before use. The safety alert symbol indicates potential hazards. Follow all safety instructions to prevent harm to yourself and others.

FAQs:

Q: What should I do if my mixer stops working?
A: If your mixer fails within the first year of ownership, follow the replacement procedure outlined in the manual to receive a free replacement unit.
Q: Do I need to register my product for warranty?
A: Yes, it is recommended to fill out and mail the product registration card to ensure you receive any safety notifications and comply with warranty terms.

Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty

We’re so confident the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that, if your mixer 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 “failed” mixer returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year full warranty. Please follow these instructions to receive this quality service.

If you reside in the 50 United States and your KitchenAid® mixer should fail within the first year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Eastern Time. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. (No P.O. Box Numbers, please.)

When you receive your replacement mixer, use the carton and packing materials to pack-up your “failed” mixer. In the carton, include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with a copy of the proof of purchase (register receipt, credit card charge slip, etc.). For a detailed explanation of warranty terms and conditions, including how to arrange for service outside the United States, see pages 3 and 4.

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration
Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your mixer. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your mixer, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not verify your warranty.

Please complete the following for your personal records:

Model Number ___
Serial Number ____
Date Purchased ___
Store Name __

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 mixer in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when this or any appliance is used near children.
Unplug mixer from 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 all accessories during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the mixer.
Do not operate the mixer with a damaged cord or plug or after the mixer malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the mixer 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, electric shock or injury.
Do not use the mixer outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter.
Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
Remove any accessories from mixer before washing.
This product is designed for household use only..

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KitchenAid® Hand Mixer Warranty for the 50 United States and the District of Columbia

This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for mixers operated in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

Length of Warranty:| KitchenAid Will Pay For Your Choice of:| KitchenAid Will Not Pay For:
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One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.|

Hassle-Free Replacement of your mixer. See inside front cover for details on how to arrange for service, or call the Customer Satisfaction 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 Center. See the KitchenAid® mixer Warranty for Puerto Rico on page 4 for details on how to arrange for service.

| A. Repairs when mixer 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 mixer to an Authorized Service Center.

D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for mixers operated outside the 50 United States and District of Columbia.

KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

KitchenAid® Hand Mixer Warranty for Puerto Rico
A limited one year warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for mixers operated in Puerto Rico. During the warranty period, all service must be handled by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center. Please bring the mixer, or ship it prepaid and insured, to the nearest Authorized Service Center. Call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 to learn the location of a Service Center near you. Your repaired mixer will be returned to you prepaid and insured.

Arranging for Service after the Warranty Expires
For service information, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 or write to: Customer Satisfaction Center, KitchenAid Portable Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218.

Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States and Puerto Rico
Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the hand mixer for information on how to obtain service.

Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts
To order accessories or replacement parts for your mixer, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 or write to:
Customer Satisfaction Center, KitchenAid Portable Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218.

Electrical Requirements

Volts: 120 A.C. only. Hertz: 60
NOTE: This mixer has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric 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.

Troubleshooting Problems

If your mixer should malfunction or fail to operate, check the following:

Is the mixer plugged in?
Is the fuse in the circuit to the mixer in working order? If you have a circuit breaker box, make sure the circuit is closed.
Try unplugging the mixer, then plug it back in.

If the problem cannot be corrected with the above steps, see the KitchenAid Warranty on page 3. Do not return the mixer to the retailer – they do not provide service.

KHM3, KHM5TB & KHM5DH Hand Mixer Features
The KitchenAid® Classic 3-Speed, Classic Plus 5-Speed and Ultra Power® 5-Speed Hand Mixers offer a host of conveniences, including a powerful yet lightweight motor, intuitive speed control, and easy-to-clean design. An electronic sensor automatically adjusts the mixer power to maintain a steady beater speed when the firmness of your mix changes. The TurboBeater™ Accessories that come with your mixer have an open shape with no center post: this design permits thorough mixing with no clogging, little splashing, and minimal food collection. Your mixer is designed to mix cookie doughs and cake batters, mash potatoes, and whip heavy cream and egg whites. With the optional dough hooks and liquid blender rod, the mixer can also knead yeast bread doughs and blend smoothies, milkshakes, soups, and sauces. The KitchenAid® Hand Mixer is designed to deliver the same legendary quality and reliability that have been built into KitchenAid® Stand Mixers since 1919.

KHM3, KHM5TB & KHM5DH Hand Mixer Features

Easy-To-Use Speed Control
Features a positive “click” at each speed setting.
Comfort Designed Handle
Angled handle reduces arm fatigue; a rounded grip provides a comfortable fit for hands of all sizes.
Easy-To-Clean Design
Smooth styling has no ingredient-trapping cracks or crevices. Makes cleanup easy.
Oversized Beater Ejection Button
Makes for easy, single-handed ejection of beaters.
Round Power Cord
Round shape will not trap ingredients. Makes cleanup easy.
Non-Tip Heel Rest
Holds mixer stable when not in use.
Air Vents
Positioned to prevent clogging from batters and other mixtures.
TurboBeater™ Accessories
Self-cleaning mixing action. Dishwasher-safe, high-quality stainless steel.
Liquid Blender Rod
Designed to mix smoothies, diet drink mixes, chocolate milk, milkshakes, ice tea, soups, and sauces. Mixes from 8 to 32 ounces of liquid. Included with model KHM5TB.
Dough Hooks
High-quality stainless steel designed to mix and knead yeast doughs. Included with model KHM5DH.
KitchenAid Quality
Your mixer is built and tested to meet KitchenAid standards for optimum performance and durability.

How to Use the Mixer

Be sure to read and follow the specific instructions in this manual for proper use of this mixer.

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

To Attach Accessories

Make sure the Speed Control is in the “OFF” position.
Unplug the mixer from the electrical outlet.
Each pair of accessories (TurboBeaters, optional Dough Hooks included with Model KHM5DH) will have one accessory with a collar (D), and one without (C). The hand mixer has a specific opening for each. Single accessories, like the optional Pro Whisk or Liquid Blender Rod (included with Model KHM5TB), will always have a collar (D).
Insert the accessory with a collar (D) into the larger opening (B) of the hand mixer. Line up the flanges on the accessory with the slots in the opening and push in until it locks into place.
Insert the accessory without a collar (C) into the smaller opening (A) of the hand mixer. Line up the flanges on the accessory with the slots in the opening and push in until it locks into place.

To Remove Accessories

Make sure the Speed Control is in the “OFF” position.
Unplug the mixer from the electrical outlet.
Press the Ejector Button (E) to release the accessories from the mixer, then remove them.

To Operate the Speed Control

NOTE: When plugged in, an accidental touching of the Speed Control, or other circumstances, may result in the mixer starting unexpectedly.

Make certain the Speed Control is in the “OFF” position by sliding it backward as far as possible. “OFF/O” will be visible on the speed control pad when the switch is in the “OFF” position.
Plug the mixer into an electrical outlet.
Always start mixing at the lowest speed by sliding the Speed Control forward to the first position mark, which is Speed 1.
To increase the mixer speed, slide the Speed Control forward. To decrease the mixer speed, slide the Speed Control backward.
When the mixing job is finished, shut off the mixer by sliding the Speed Control backward as far as possible. Unplug the mixer before removing the accessories.

Speed Control Guide

Speed Control Guide for 3-Speed Mixer
The Classic 3-Speed Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed to start mixing. Move to higher speeds as needed.

Speed 1 Start all mixing procedures. Combine cream cheese mixtures. Stir gelatin mixtures. Mash potatoes. Stir in nuts, chocolate chips, shredded cheese, onions, olives, and other chunky ingredients. Mix flour and other dry ingredients with liquids or other moist mixtures. Helps prevent ingredients from splashing out of the bowl.
Speed 2 Mix muffins, quick breads, cake batters, and frostings. Mash potatoes or squash. Blend butter and sugar. Combine heavy mixtures, such as cookie dough.
Speed 3 Whip heavy cream and mousse mixtures. Beat egg whites and meringue mixtures.
NOTE: The TurboBeater™ Accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. Special dough hook attachments are available. See “Accessories for Your KitchenAid® Hand Mixer” (page 11) for details and ordering information.

Speed Control Guide for 5-Speed Mixer
The Classic Plus 5-Speed and Ultra Power® 5-Speed Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed to start mixing. Move to higher speeds as needed.

Speed 1 For slow stirring, combining, and starting all mixing procedures. Use this speed to stir in nuts, chocolate chips, shredded cheese, onions, olives, and other chunky ingredients. Mix flour and other dry ingredients with liquids or other moist mixtures. Helps prevent ingredients from splashing out of the bowl.
Speed 2 Stir batters and gelatin mixtures. Combine heavy mixtures, such as cookie dough. Mix light cream cheese spreads. Mash potatoes.
Speed 3 Combine heavy cream cheese mixtures. Mash squash.
Speed 4 Blend butter and sugar. Mix muffins, quick breads, cake batters, and frostings.
Speed 5 Beat egg whites and meringue mixtures. Whip heavy cream and mousse mixtures.
NOTE: The TurboBeater™ Accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. Special dough hook attachments are available. See “Accessories for Your KitchenAid® Hand Mixer” (page 11) for details and ordering information.

Accessories

Liquid Blender Rod
A great way to mix up smoothies, diet drink mixes, chocolate milk, ice tea, and milkshakes. Also invaluable for soups and sauces that require light blending. The 81⁄2 inch long Liquid Blender Rod attaches to the mixer like a regular beater (see page 8) and can mix from 8 to 32 ounces of liquid. Hand wash with mild detergent.

Dough Hooks
A must-have attachment for the bread baker! The stainless steel Dough Hooks enable your mixer to knead yeast bread doughs, saving you untold time and effort. The Dough Hooks attach to the mixer like regular beaters (see page 8) and are dishwasher-safe for quick clean-up.

Pro Whisk
Designed to produce fluffier whipped cream and egg whites, the stainless steel Pro Whisk will also ensure smooth sauces and puddings. The Pro Whisk attaches to the mixer like a regular beater (see page 8) and is dishwasher-safe for easy clean-up.
To order these accessories, visit www.KitchenAid.com, or call 1-800-541-6390.

Care and Cleaning

Always unplug mixer before cleaning. Do not immerse mixer in water. Wipe the mixer with a warm, sudsy cloth; then wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.

TurboBeater™ Accessories, Pro Whisk, Dough Hooks
Always remove accessories from mixer before cleaning. Wash in the dishwasher, or by hand in warm, sudsy water. Rinse and wipe dry.

**Liquid Blender Rod***
Always remove blender rod from mixer before cleaning. Hand wash in warm, sudsy water. Rinse, and wipe dry.
Power Cord
Wipe cord with a warm, sudsy cloth; then wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.