COMMERCIAL BLENDER USE AND CARE MANUAL Model KCB148 Bar Blender Model KCB348 Chef’s Blender
KITCHENAID® COMMERCIAL BLENDER TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION WARRANTY AND SERVICE Blender Safety.......................................................................................2 Warranty for the 50 United States & District of Columbia....................18 Important Safeguards ...........................................................................3 Warranty for Puerto Rico ......................................................................18 Proof of Purchase & Product Registration.....
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.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the Blender in water or other liquids. 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 4. Unplug the Blender from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. 5. Avoid contact with moving parts. 6.
PROOF OF PURCHASE AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Blender. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Blender, 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.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Volts: 120 V.A.C. only. Hertz: 60 Hz WARNING NOTE: This Blender has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. Electrical Shock Hazard 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.
COMMERCIAL BLENDER FEATURES Outstanding Performance The robust design handles job after job with outstanding results. It thoroughly blends frozen drinks and purées sauces and soups in about 20 seconds. Die-Cast Metal Base Incredibly stable, the metal base stands up to the most intensive use while providing quiet operation. Rubber feet protect the countertop and eliminate “walk” during blending.
48 oz. Clear Polycarbonate or Stainless Steel Jar The 6-cup (48 oz.) jars are dishwasher safe. Each features a comfortable handle. The polycarbonate jar includes a durable handle with soft covering for additional comfort. The jar collar, blade assembly, and seals are built into the jar for strength, durability, and water-tight performance. On/Off/Pulse Switch Heavy-duty toggle switch turns the blender on and off. Blender can be pulsed by pressing the switch down momentarily.
COMMERCIAL BLENDER FEATURES Step Start™ Feature and Electronic Mixing Sensor Blender automatically starts at a slow speed to minimize splattering, then quickly steps up to the selected speed. The electronic mixing sensor adjusts power automatically when blending to compensate for light or heavy ingredients. Overload, Jam, Thermal, and Power-On Safeguards If the blender is jammed, overloaded, or overheated, special electronic controls will shut off the unit to prevent damage.
USING THE BLENDER Before First Use Wash, rinse, and sanitize the blender before using it for the first time. See page 13 for cleaning instructions. WARNING Operating the Blender 1. Uncoil the power cord from the storage area on the bottom of the blender base. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove 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. 2.
USING THE BLENDER 4. Place the jar on the blender base and add the desired ingredients. Place the lid on the blender jar. 6. Select other speeds on the Chef’s Blender by pushing the appropriate Speed Selection Button. The indicator lights will show the current speed selected. 5. Move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “On” position to begin blending. The Chef’s Blender will automatically start at the Low speed setting.* The Bar Blender will run at high speed. 7.
Using the Pulse Feature Overload, Jam, and Thermal Safeguards To pulse the ingredients in the blender, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Pulse” position and hold it for the desired length of time. The switch will instantly return to the “Off” position when released and the blender will stop. When pulsed, the blender operates at low speed for maximum control. The Pulse feature is great for blending jobs which require a delicate touch.
OPERATING TIPS • Keep the lid on the blender jar while blending. Do not remove the blender jar from the base while the blender is running. • When chopping dry ingredients, make sure the blender jar, lid, and blade are completely dry. • Stop the blender and unplug before using utensils in the blender jar. Do not use metal utensils – they can scratch the jar or damage the blade. • With foods that tend to stick to the jar, use the Pulse feature.
CARE AND CLEANING General Procedures • Wash and rinse the blender jar, and clean the base, immediately after every use. Do not let food residue dry on any part of the blender jar or base. • Sanitize the blender before initial use and whenever the blender will not be used for more than one hour. • Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads for cleaning. • Do not use sharp objects to clean around the speed selection buttons. • Do not immerse the blender base or cord in water.
CARE AND CLEANING Sanitizing the Blender For sanitizing the blender, use a sanitizing solution with a chlorine concentration in the range of 100 to 200 parts-per-million. Such a solution can be made by adding 1 tablespoon of chlorine bleach to 1 gallon of lukewarm water. 1. Wash and rinse the blender jar, and clean the base, before sanitizing. 2. Fill the jar 3⁄4 full with sanitizing solution (approx. 5 cups). Place the jar on the blender base and attach the lid. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING • If the blender does not operate when switched on: – Check to see if the blender is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If it is, unplug the blender, then plug it into the same outlet again. If the blender still does not work, check the fuse or circuit breaker on the electrical circuit the blender is connected to and make sure the circuit is closed. – The blender may be jammed or overheated.
TROUBLESHOOTING • If the blender is plugged in with the On/Off/Pulse Switch in the “On” position: – The power-on safeguard will engage and the blender will not start. To reset the blender, move the On/Off/Pulse Switch to the “Off” position. The blender will now operate normally. On the Chef’s Blender, all three speed indicator lights will flash when the power-on safeguard is engaged. If the problem cannot be fixed with the steps in this section, see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service on page 18.
ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Jar Lid with Ingredient Cap 8211477 Accessory Item Model Number 8211478 (not shown) 48 oz. Polycarbonate Jar with Blade Assembly and Lid/Cap (assembled) KCB48PCJ 48 oz. Stainless Steel Jar with Blade Assembly and Lid/Cap (assembled) KCB48SSJ Replacement Item Part Number 48 oz. Polycarbonate Jar Lid with Ingredient Cap 8211477 48 oz.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE Warranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for KitchenAid® Commercial Blenders, Models KCB348 and KCB148, operated in the 50 United States and District of Columbia. 18 Length of Warranty: 12 Month Full Warranty for Commercial Use, from date of purchase. KitchenAid Will Pay For Your Choice of: Hassle-Free Replacement of your Blender.
Arranging for Hassle-free Replacement Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires If you reside in the 50 United States and your KitchenAid® Commercial Blender should fail within 12 months of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time), or Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. (No P.O. Box Numbers, please.
® FOR THE WAY IT’S MADE.™ ® Registered Trademark/™ Trademark of KitchenAid, U.S.A. © 2004. All rights reserved. 8211464 Specifications subject to change without notice.
