KitchenAid KHM512ER 5-Speed Ultra Power Hand Mixer

PARTS AND FEATURES

Hand Mixer parts and accessories

Accessory guide

†Not sold as an accessory.

SETTING UP YOUR HAND MIXER

Attaching the accessories

IMPORTANT: Be sure to read and follow the specific instructions in this manual for proper use of the Hand Mixer.

1.Make sure the Hand Mixer is unplugged from the electrical outlet.

Paired accessories (beaters, optional dough hooks) include one accessory with a collar (D), and one without (C). Single accessories come with a collar (D) (liquid blending rod) or without (C) (whisk).

2.Insert the accessory shaft with the collar (D) into the larger opening (B) of the hand mixer. Align the flanges on the shaft with the slots in the opening. Push to lock into place.

3.Insert the accessory without a collar (C) into the smaller opening (A). Align and push to lock into place.

NOTE: An accessory shaft without a collar may be used in either opening (A or B). Those with a collar may only be used in the larger opening (B).

Removing the accessories

1. If the Hand Mixer is running, stop the Hand Mixer by sliding the Power switch to “OFF”. Then unplug from the electrical outlet.
   
2. Press the ejector button to release the accessories from the Hand Mixer, then remove them.
   

USING YOUR HAND MIXER

Operating the speed control

This KitchenAid® Hand Mixer will beat faster and more thoroughly than most other electric hand mixers. Therefore, the beating time in most recipes must be adjusted to avoid over beating. Beating time is faster due to larger beater sizes.To help determine the ideal beating time, observe the batter or dough and beat only until it has the desired appearance described in your recipe, such as “smooth and creamy”. To select the best beating speeds, use the “Speed control guide” section.

1. Make sure the Speed Control is in the “OFF” position by sliding it backward as far as possible. “OFF” will be visible on the speed control pad. Then plug the Hand Mixer into an electrical outlet.
   
2. Start mixing at the lowest speed by sliding the Speed Control forward to the first position mark, which is Speed 1.
   
3. To increase the Hand Mixer speed, slide the Speed Control forward. To decrease the Hand Mixer speed, slide the Speed Control backward. See “Speed control guide” section.
   
4. When finished, slide speed control to “OFF”. Unplug the Hand Mixer before removing the accessories.
   

Speed control guide: 3-speed Hand Mixers

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

NOTE: The Turbo Beater™ accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. See “Accessory guide” section to order special dough hooks.

Speed control guide: 5-speed Hand Mixers

The 5-speed Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed to start mixing. Move to higher speeds as needed.

NOTE: The Turbo Beater™ accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. See “Accessory guide” section to order special dough hooks.

Speed control guide: 6-speed Hand Mixers

The 6-speed Hand Mixer should always be set on the lowest speed to start mixing. Move to higher speeds as needed.

NOTE: The Turbo Beater™ accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. See “Accessory guide” section to order special dough hooks.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Hand Mixer body

NOTE: Do not immerse Hand Mixer in water.

1. Always unplug Hand Mixer before cleaning. Wipe power cord and cord strap with damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
   
2. Wipe Hand Mixer with a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
   

Cleaning the accessories

Always remove beaters from Hand Mixer before cleaning. Wash in dishwasher, or by hand in warm, soapy water. Rinse and wipe dry

Cleaning the storage bag

Machine wash warm, tumble dry low. Or wipe clean with a warm soapy cloth

Troubleshooting

First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of service.

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

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

If the problem cannot be fixed with the steps provided in this section, then contact KitchenAid or an Authorized Service Center

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