KitchenAid KHM51, KHM61 Using Your Hand Mixer, Operating the Speed Control, Speed Description

Using Your Hand Mixer

Operating the Speed Control

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 when the switch is in the “OFF” position.

2.Plug the Hand Mixer into an electrical outlet.

3.Always start mixing at the lowest speed by sliding the Speed Control forward to the first position mark, which is Speed 1.

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.

4.To increase the Hand Mixer speed, slide the Speed Control forward. To decrease the Hand Mixer speed, slide the Speed Control backward.

5.When the mixing job is finished, shut off the Hand Mixer by sliding the Speed Control backward as far as possible. Unplug the Hand Mixer before removing the accessories.

Speed Description

1For 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 bowl.

2Stir batters and gelatin mixtures. Combine heavy mixtures, such as cookie dough. Mix light cream cheese spreads. Mash potatoes.

3Combine heavy cream cheese mixtures. Mash squash.

4Blend butter and sugar. Mix muffins, quick breads, cake batters, and frostings.

5 Beat egg whites and meringue mixtures. Whip heavy cream and mousse mixtures.

NOTE: The Turbo Beater™ Accessories are not designed for mixing and kneading bread dough. Special dough hook attachments are available. See “Accessories” section for details and ordering information.

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