instructions

Kenwood Chef KM030 series/Major KM040 series

Congratulations on buying a Kenwood. With such a wide range of attachments available, it???s more than just a mixer. It???s a state-of-the-art kitchen machine. We hope you???ll enjoy it.

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KENWOOD CHEF AND MAJOR KM030 ??? KM040 series

know your Kenwood kitchen machine

safety

???Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing tools/attachments, after use and before cleaning.

???Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted attachments.

???Never leave the machine on unattended.

???Never use a damaged machine. Get it checked or repaired: see ???service???, page 8.

???Never use an unauthorised attachment or more than one attachment at once.

???Never exceed the maximum capacities on page 4.

???When using an attachment, read the safety instructions that come with it.

???Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy. Ensure the head is locked and that the bowl, tools, outlet covers and cord are secure before lifting.

???Never let the cord hang down where a child could grab it.

???Never let the power unit, cord or plug get wet.

???Do not let infirm people use the appliance without supervision.

???Do not let children use or play with the appliance.

???Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use. Kenwood will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.

before plugging in

important - UK only ??? Make sure your electricity supply is the same as the one shown on the underside of your machine.

???The wires in the cord are coloured as follows:

Green and Yellow = Earth, Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live.

???The appliance must be protected by a 13A approved (BS1362) fuse.

???WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Note:

???For non-rewireable plugs the fuse cover MUST be refitted when replacing the fuse. If the fuse cover is lost then the plug must not be used until a replacement can be obtained. The correct fuse cover is identified by colour and a replacement may be obtained from your Kenwood Authorised Repairer (see Service).

???If a non-rewireable plug is cut off it must be DESTROYED IMMEDIATELY. An electric shock hazard may arise if an unwanted non-rewireable plug is inadvertently inserted into a 13A socket outlet.

???This machine complies with European Economic Community Directive

89/336/EEC.

before using for the first time

1Remove all packaging.

2Wash the parts: see ???care and cleaning???, page 8.

3Push excess cord into the cord stowage compartment at the back of the machine.

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know your Kenwood kitchen machine

attachment outlets high-speed outlet

medium speed outlet slow-speed outlet tool socket

the mixer mixer head outlet catch bowl

bowl seating pad head-lift lever

speed switch power unit K-beater

whisk

dough hook spatula

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control panel

timer display

power on indicator light timer decrease button timer increase button fold button

start/stop button





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KENWOOD CHEF AND MAJOR KM030 ??? KM040 series

the mixer

the mixing tools and some of their uses

K-beater ??? For making cakes, biscuits, pastry, icing, fillings, ??clairs and mashed potato.

whisk ??? For eggs, cream, batters, fatless sponges, meringues, cheesecakes, mousses, souffl??s. Don???t use the whisk for heavy mixtures (eg creaming fat and sugar) - you could damage it.

dough hook ??? For yeast mixtures.

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to insert a tool

to remove a tool

5Connect the mixer to the power supply. The display will show 88:88 and then clear leaving the power on indicator illuminated .

6Turn the speed switch  to the desired setting and then press the start/stop

button to start the mixer. The timer will count up in 1 second intervals. The speed can be changed at any time whilst the mixer is operating.

7Stop the mixer by pressing the start/stop button . The operating time will

pulse position

To select pulse turn the speed switch anti clockwise to the position. The mixer will run at maximum speed for as long as the switch is held in this position. When the switch is released it will return to the ???min??? position and the mixer will stop.

Note: If the mixer is running in the timer mode the pulse function will not operate.

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the mixer

general hints ??? Stop mixing and scrape down the bowl with the spatula frequently.

???Eggs at room temperature are best for whisking.

???Before whisking egg whites, make sure there???s no grease or egg yolk on the whisk or bowl.

???Use cold ingredients for pastry unless your recipe says otherwise.

points for bread making

important ??? Never exceed the maximum capacities stated - you???ll overload the machine.

???If you hear the machine labouring, switch off, remove half the dough and do each half separately.

???The ingredients mix best if you put the liquid in first.

for cleaning see page 8

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troubleshooting

problem

???The whisk or K-beater knocks against the bottom of the bowl or isn???t reaching the ingredients in the bottom of the bowl.

solution ??? Adjust the height. Here???s how:

3Hold it, then loosen the nut 

4Lower the mixer head.

5Adjust the height by turning the shaft. Ideally the whisk/K-beater should be almost touching the bottom of the bowl 

6Raise the head, hold the whisk/K-beater and tighten the nut.

to fit and use your splashguard

1Raise the mixer head until it locks.

2Fit the bowl onto the base.

3Push the splashguard onto the underside of the mixer head  until fully located. The hinged section should be positioned as shown.

4Insert required tool.

5Lower the mixer head.

???During mixing, ingredients can be added directly to the bowl via the hinged section of the splashguard .

???You do not need to remove the splashguard to change tools.

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brasping plate part number 639150

cstandard chipper part number 639083

liquidiser 1.5 l acrylic AT337, 1.5 l glass AT338

multi-mill AT320 comes with 4 glass jars and 4 lids for storage









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cleaning and service

care and cleaning

???Always switch off and unplug before cleaning.

???A little grease may appear at outlet  when you first use

it. This is normal - just wipe it off.

call KENWOOD Customer Care on 023 92392333.

Have your model number ready - it???s on the underside of the mixer.

??? spares and attachments

 call 0870 2413653.

Eire ??? See our advertisement in Golden Pages.

other countries ??? Contact the shop where you bought your machine.

guarantee UK only

???If your machine goes wrong within one year from the date you bought it, we will repair or replace it free of charge provided:

???you have not misused, neglected or damaged it;

???it has not been modified;

???it is not second-hand;

???it has not been used commercially;

???you have not fitted a plug incorrectly; and

???you supply your receipt to show when you bought it.

This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

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recipes

See important points for bread making on page 2.

white bread stiff British-type dough ingredients ??? 1.36kg (3lb) strong plain flour

???15ml (3tsp) salt

???25g (1oz) fresh yeast; or 15g/20ml (1???2oz) dried yeast + 5ml (1tsp) sugar

???750ml (11???4pts) warm water: 43??C (110??F). Use a thermometer or add 250ml (9floz) boiling water to 500ml (18floz) cold water

???25g (1oz) lard

method 1 dried yeast (the type that needs reconstituting): pour the warm water into the bowl. Then add the yeast and the sugar and leave to stand for about 10 minutes until frothy.

fresh yeast: crumble into the flour.

other types of yeast: follow the manufacturer???s instructions.

2Pour the liquid into the bowl. Then add the flour (with fresh yeast if used), salt and lard.

3Knead at minimum speed for 45 - 60 seconds. Then increase to speed 1, adding more flour if necessary, until a dough has formed.

4Knead for 3 - 4 more minutes at speed 1 until the dough is smooth, elastic and leaves the sides of the bowl clean.

5Put the dough into a greased polythene bag or a bowl covered with a tea towel. Then leave somewhere warm until doubled in size.

6Re-knead for 2 minutes at speed 1.

7Half fill four 450g (1lb) greased tins with the dough, or shape it into rolls. Then cover with a tea towel and leave somewhere warm until doubled in size.

8Bake at 230??C/450??F/Gas Mark 8 for 30 - 35 minutes for loaves or 10 - 15 minutes for rolls.

??? When ready, the bread should sound hollow when tapped on the base.

shortcrust pastry

ingredients ??? 450g (1lb) flour, sieved with the salt

???5ml (1tsp) salt

???225g (8oz) fat (mix lard and margarine straight from the fridge)

???About 80ml (4tbsp) water

hint ??? Don???t overmix

method 1 Put the flour into the bowl. Chop the fat up roughly and add to the flour.

2Mix at speed 1 until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stop before it looks greasy.

3Add the water and mix at minimum speed. Stop as soon as the water is incorporated.

4Cook at around 200??C/400??F/Gas Mark 6, depending on the filling.

ingredients

method

pavlova

???3 large egg whites

???175g (6oz) caster sugar

???275ml (10 fl.oz.) double cream

???fresh fruit eg raspberries, strawberries, grapes, kiwi fruit

1 Whisk the egg whites on a high speed until they form ???soft peaks???.

2With the whisk operating on speed 5, gradually add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition.

3Line a baking tray with silicone paper, then spoon the meringue onto the paper forming a nest approximately 20cm/8??? in diameter.

4Place the baking tray into an oven preheated to 150??C/300??F/Gas Mark 2, then immediately reduce the temperature to 140??C/275??F/Gas Mark 1 and bake for 1 hour. Turn the heat off but leave the pavlova in the oven to cool down.

5When ready to serve, peel off the silicone paper and place on a serving dish. Whip the cream until soft peaks form then spread over the top of the pavlova and decorate with the fruit.

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recipes continued

ingredients

method

scrumptious chocolate cake

???225g (8oz) butter, softened

???250g (9oz) caster sugar

???4 eggs

???5ml (1tsp) instant coffee dissolved in 15ml (1tbsp) hot water

???30ml (2tbsp) milk

???5ml (1tsp) almond essence

???50g (2oz) ground almonds

???100g (4oz) self raising flour

???5ml (1tsp) baking powder

???50g (2oz) unsweetened cocoa powder

1Cream the butter and sugar on a low speed gradually increasing to a higher speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl and beater.

2Beat the eggs in a jug and whilst the mixer is operating on a high speed, gradually add the egg a little at a time until incorporated. Switch off and scrape down.

3Incorporate the dissolved coffee, milk and almond essence on a low speed. Add the ground almonds, sieved flour, baking powder and cocoa. Mix on a low speed to incorporate.

4Divide the mixture between two 20cm/8??? cakes tins that have been lined with greased greaseproof paper. Level the tops then bake at 180??C/350??F/Gas Mark 4 for approximately 30 minutes until springy to the touch.

5Turn out and cool on a wire rack.

ingredients

method

chocolate mousseline filling

???275g (10oz) plain chocolate, broken into pieces

???225ml (8 fl.oz.) double cream

1Melt the chocolate by placing in a bowl over a pan of barely simmering water.

2Whisk the cream starting on a low speed gradually increasing to a higher speed until it forms soft peaks.

3When the chocolate has melted remove the bowl from the heat and, using a large spoon fold into the cream.

4Spread the chocolate filling between the cooled cakes.

ingredients

method

honey and nut spread using the liquidiser

???25g chopped nuts

???875g clear honey at room temperature

1Place the ingredients into the liquidiser in the above order.

2Blend together using the pulse control for 5 seconds

3Use as required.

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