KitchenAid KHBC412; KHBC414; KHBC416; KHBC418; KHBC420 - Commercial 400 Series Immersion Blender 18 inch arm Manual

INTRODUCTION

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PARTS AND FEATURES GUIDE

Commercial Immersion Blender parts

Optional accessories

Accessory	Model #	Style	Length
Whisk Attachment	KHBC110WSS		10" (254 mm)
Multi-Purpose S-Blade	KHBC112SS	(KHB112SS shown)	12" (305 mm)
	KHBC114SS		14" (356 mm)
	KHBC116SS KHBC118SS KHBC120SS		16" (406 mm) 18" (457 mm) 20" (508 mm)
Recommended Bowl Size	KHBC412OB KHBC414OB KHBC416OB KHBC418OB KHBC420OB	6 gallon bowl (maximum) 14 gallon bowl (maximum) 23 gallon bowl (maximum) 32 gallon bowl (maximum) 40 gallon bowl (maximum)

Commercial Immersion Blender features

Speed Control
Provides easy adjustment of speed with a turn of the dial, located at the base of the motor body.

Powerful 1HP Motor
Provides powerful blending action designed for long-life operation.

Power/Pulse Trigger
Located on the handle and activated by pressing and holding during blending. To stop blending, simply release the Power/Pulse Trigger.

Lock Switch
Press to unlock in order for Power/Pulse Trigger to function; press to lock when Commercial Immersion Blender is not in use.

Serviceable Motor Brushes
Feature allows easy access to motor brushes, allowing for maintenance when worn, and a longer product life for the Commercial Immersion Blender.

Bowl Clamp
Mounts conveniently to the motor housing, allowing for hands-free operation.

Continuous Run
When used with the bowl clamp, this feature allows for continuous operation.

Twist Lock Stainless Steel Blending Arm
Simply seats onto the motor body and is rotated to lock together.

Secondary handle
Mounts conveniently to the motor housing, allowing for better control while blending.

12-ft. Power Cord
Long enough to take the Commercial Immersion Blender to the cooktop or work area and rounded with no grooves for easy clean-up.

Carrying Case
Durable case for optimal storage of the Commercial Immersion Blender.

Ordering Replacement Parts
To order replacement parts for your Commercial Immersion Blender, call toll-free 1-855-845-9684, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, Eastern
Time or visit kitchenaidcommercial.com.

OPERATING THE COMMERCIAL IMMERSION BLENDER

Before first use

Before using the KitchenAid Commercial Immersion Blender for the first time, wipe the motor body with a clean, damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust.

Do not immerse the motor body in water.

Wash all the attachments and accessories by hand or in the dishwasher. Mild dish soap may be used, but do not use abrasive cleansers. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

Always be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall socket before attaching or removing attachments.

Intended use

This KitchenAid Commercial Immersion Blender is intended for use in restaurants, professional kitchens, and other food service locations. The Commercial Immersion Blender can be used directly in a pot or bowl to mix a variety of ingredients.

Using the Commercial Immersion Blender with Blade Attachments

1. Insert Blending Arm attachment into the motor body, twist to lock. The attachment mark on the blending arm should line up with the bottom of the motor bell when fully attached.
   
   
   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. Plug the electrical cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

3. Set Commercial Immersion Blender to your desired speed on the Speed Dial.
   
   
4. Insert the Commercial Immersion Blender into the mixture.
   NOTE: The Commercial Immersion Blender should only be immersed in liquids to the max fill line shown on blending arm. To avoid damage to the blender, do not submerge beyond the seam of the blending attachment. Do not immerse the motor body into liquids or other mixtures. To avoid damaging blades or mixing container, do not touch the blade to the bottom of the mixing container or use in a mixing container that has protruding parts that can go under the metal guard.
   

5. Press the LOCK switch to unlock the Commercial Immersion Blender, then PRESS AND HOLD the Power/Pulse Trigger to activate.
   
   For best results, insert Commercial Immersion Blender with Blending Arm attached into the pot or bowl containing ingredients at an angle. Use the removable Secondary Handle for better stability. Stop the Commercial Immersion Blender before removing it from the pot or bowl to avoid splashing.
   
   Rest the Commercial Immersion Blender on the bottom of the pot or bowl momentarily, then hold at an angle and slowly draw it upwards against the side of the pot or bowl. As the Commercial Immersion Blender is drawn up you will notice the ingredients from the bottom of the pot or bowl being drawn up. When the ingredients are no longer being drawn up from the bottom, return the Commercial Immersion Blender to the bottom, and repeat the process until the ingredients are the desired consistency. Using a light circular motion from your wrist, draw the Commercial Immersion Blender up slightly and let it fall again into the ingredients. Allow your wrist motion and the weight of the Commercial Immersion Blender to do the work. Use the removable Secondary Handle, if needed, for extra stability while mixing.
   

6. When blending is complete, release the Power/Pulse Trigger before removing the Commercial Immersion Blender from the mixture.
7. Unplug immediately after use, before removing or changing attachments.

Using the Commercial Immersion Blender with the Whisk Attachment

1. Insert the Whisk attachment into the motor body, twist to lock. The attachment mark on the whisk should line up with the bottom of the motor bell when fully attached.
   
   
   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. Plug the electrical cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
3. Set Commercial Immersion Blender to your desired speed on the Speed Dial.
   

4. Insert the Whisk into the mixture.
   NOTE: The Commercial Immersion Blender should only be immersed in liquids the length of the attachment. To avoid damage to the blender, do not submerge beyond the seam of the blending attachment. Do not immerse the motor body into liquids or other mixtures.
   
   
5. Press the LOCK switch to unlock the Commercial Immersion Blender, then PRESS AND HOLD the Power/ Pulse Trigger to activate.
   
   Immersion Blender with the Whisk attached into the pot or bowl containing ingredients at an angle. Use your free hand to hold the pot or bowl or hold the Commercial Immersion Blender near the base of the motor unit for better stability. Remember to stop the Commercial Immersion Blender before removing it from the pot or bowl to avoid splashing. Using a light circular motion from your wrist, draw the Whisk up slightly and let it fall again into the ingredients. Allow your wrist motion and the weight of the Whisk to do the work. Use the removable Secondary Handle, if needed, for extra stability while mixing.
   
   

Using the Bowl Clamp and the Continuous Run feature

Continuous Run feature maximum recommended mixing times:
30 minutes - Low Speed
10 minutes - High Speed

1. Slide the notched latch into the Bowl Clamp at the slot in the top of the clamp; then, use the adjustment wheel to tighten into place at the correct spot for the bowl you are using to mix.
2. Slide the Bowl Clamp over the edge of the bowl you are using for mixing, allowing the white notch on the clamp to snap onto the bowl; then, turn the knob to tighten in place.
3. Snap the Commercial Immersion Blender into the slot at the bottom of the Bowl Clamp support arm, so that the Commercial Immersion Blender is inserted in the mixture you are blending.
4. Press the Lock switch to unlock the Commercial Immersion Blender, then Press the Power/Pulse Trigger and the Continuous Run button simultaneously, and then release the Power/Pulse Trigger to activate the continuous run feature. The Commercial Immersion Blender will run hands-free at this setting.

TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS

• Cut solid foods into small pieces for easier blending or chopping.
• The Commercial Immersion Blender is equipped with thermal protection from high operating temperatures. Should the Commercial Immersion Blender suddenly stop during use, unplug it and allow 10 minutes to automatically reset.
• To avoid splashing, insert the Commercial Immersion Blender into the mixture before pressing the Power/Pulse Trigger, and release the Power/Pulse Trigger before pulling the Commercial Immersion Blender out of the mixture.
• When blending in a stockpot on a cooktop, remove the stockpot from the heating element to protect the Commercial Immersion Blender from overheating.
• For best blending, hold the Commercial Immersion Blender at an angle and gently move up and down within the container. Do not pound down on the mixture with the Commercial Immersion Blender.
• To prevent overflow, allow room in the container for the mixture to rise when using the Commercial Immersion Blender.
• Be sure the extra long cord of the Commercial Immersion Blender is not extending over a hot heating element.
• Do not let the Commercial Immersion Blender sit in a hot pan on the cooktop while not in use.
• Remove hard items, such as fruit pits or bones, from the mixture before blending or chopping to help prevent damage to the blades.

CARE AND CLEANING

Washing the Motor Body

Washing the Attachments

For food service applications: wash, rinse, and sanitize the stainless steel attachments for the Immersion Blender prior to initial use, after each use, or whenever they will not be used again within a period of 1 hour.
The following washing, rinsing, and sanitizing solutions (or their equivalents) may be used.

1. Remove attachment from motor body. Rinse any food residue under running water.
2. Scrub the attachment using a soft sponge. Rinse both interior and exterior sections of the attachment, removing as much stuck-on soil as possible.
3. Using a soft sponge dampened in wash solution, wipe down attachments, getting into all areas of the attachment. Assemble attachment to motor body; place in a container with wash solution, immersing ¾ of the attachment. Run unit on high for 2 minutes.
4. Repeat step 3 using clean rinse water in place of wash solution.
5. Repeat step 3 using sanitizing solution in place of wash solution.
6. Do not rinse after sanitizing. Allow to air dry before using.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the Commercial Immersion Blender has stopped working, check for the following:

COMMERCIAL IMMERSION 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." These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

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.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put motor body, cord, or electrical plug of this Commercial Immersion Blender in water or other liquid.
3. This appliance should not be used by children and care should be taken when used near children.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning or replacing carbon brushes.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

10. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.
11. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities at a time to reduce spillage and possibility of injury.
12. Keep hands and utensils out of the container while blending to prevent the possibility of severe injury to persons or damage to the unit. A scraper may be used, but must be used only when the unit is not running.
13. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Requirements

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.

Voltage: 120 V.A.C.
Frequency: 60 Hz
Wattage: 750 W
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If it does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. If a long extension cord is used:

• The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The cord should be arranged so it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled or tripped over unintentionally.

PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Commercial Immersion Blender. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Commercial Immersion 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. Please complete the following for your personal records:
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Purchased
Store Name

USA: 1.855.845.9684
KitchenAidCommercial.com
Canada: 1.800.807.6777
KitchenAidCommercial.ca