KitchenAid KSB550 manual Using the Blender, Before Use, Operating the Blender, Pulse Mode

Using the Blender

Before Use

NOTE: While the Blender is on or the Pulse Mode indicator light is blinking:

-Do not interfere with blade movement

-Do not remove pitcher lid

Operating the Blender

The KitchenAid® Blender has five speeds: STIR, CHOP, MIX, PUREE, and LIQUEFY. In addition, it also features CRUSH ICE and

PULSE MODE.

1.With convenient one-step operation, this unit will operate only when a speed selection button is pressed.

2.Before operating the Blender, make sure the pitcher is properly placed on the Blender base.

3.Put ingredients in pitcher and firmly attach lid.

5.To turn off the Blender, press OFF. The Off button will stop any speed and deactivate the Blender at the same time. Before removing the pitcher, press OFF to deactivate the Blender, and unplug the power cord.

Crush Ice Feature

Your KitchenAid® Blender offers a Crush Ice feature. When selected, the Blender will automatically pulse at staggered intervals at the optimal speed for crushing ice or other ingredients.

1.Before operating the Blender, make sure the pitcher is properly in place on the Blender base.

2.Put ingredients into the pitcher and firmly attach lid.

3.Press CRUSH ICE. The indicator light will stay lit. The Blender will automatically pulse at staggered intervals.

ENGLISH

4.Press the desired speed button for continuous operation at that speed. The red indicator light by the selected

speed will stay lit. You may change settings without stopping the unit by pressing a new speed button.

IMPORTANT: If blending hot foods or liquids, remove the center ingredient cap. Operate only on STIR speed.

4.To turn off the Crush Ice feature, press OFF. The Blender is now ready for continuous operation.

5.Before removing the pitcher, press OFF to deactivate the Blender, and unplug the power cord.

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