I had a KitchenAid mixer, but it did not mix well for me. It left dry ingredients in the bottom of the bowl and I had to stop the mixer, raise it up and use the spatula to mix it into the batter. Does anyone else have this problem?
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Mine did the same thing when I first got it. You can adjust the height of the beaters. Lift the top up, like you're going to remove the bowl. There is a screw underneath where the top attaches to the stand. Use a screwdriver to adjust the beater. You turn it to the right to lower it. That fixed mine.
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I have my mixer just sitting on the shelf. It will sometimes move a little when I raise the self up and put it down, but not enough to matter. I LOVE my shelf and I use it frequently.
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I owned a Sunbeam Mixmaster for over 40 years before it finally died and thought I wanted a KitchenAid. I purchased a KitchenAid and just was never satisfied. It never whipped frostings as well as my Sunbeam did and this may have been because of the 2 bowl size and beater position adjustment. I always had to scrape the bottom of the KitchenAid no matter how I tried to adjust. I would suggest stepping up to a slightly more expensive model of Sunbeam as the base on this model is plastic and not a sturdy as I would prefer but I absolutely love everything else . . . and whipped potatoes are also creamy and fluffy once again. I owned a Sunbeam Mixmaster for over 40 years before it finally died and thought I wanted a KitchenAid. I purchased a KitchenAid and just was never satisfied. It never whipped frostings as well as my Sunbeam did and this may have been because of the 2 bowl size and beater position adjustment. I always had to scrape the bottom of the KitchenAid no matter how I tried to adjust. I would suggest stepping up to a slightly more expensive model of Sunbeam as the base on this model is plastic and not a sturdy as I would prefer but I absolutely love everything else . . . and whipped potatoes are... » Read More I owned a Sunbeam Mixmaster for over 40 years before it finally died and thought I wanted a KitchenAid. I purchased a KitchenAid and just was never satisfied. It never whipped frostings as well as my Sunbeam did and this may have been because of the 2 bowl size and beater position adjustment. I always had to scrape the bottom of the KitchenAid no matter how I tried to adjust. I would suggest stepping up to a slightly more expensive model of Sunbeam as the base on this model is plastic and not a sturdy as I would prefer but I absolutely love everything else . . . and whipped potatoes are also creamy and fluffy once again. « Show Less
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I also have had only stainless steel bowls for my KitchenAid mixer. However, both of the bowls screw into the base of the mixer and if screwed in properly, remain locked in regardless of what I am mixing. I did, however, have to replace the metal plate on the base of the mixer recently because the threads had worn down and the bowls kept unscrewing. A new metal plate cost only about $8 or $9 and took about a minute to replace using a screwdriver. So, I would first check that your bowl is properly screwed down, and then check the condition of the threads on the base plate.
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We returned the Kitchenaide Flex Edge beater because it did not work with our mixer. My wife has the larger mixer (600?) with the six quart bowl and the beater did not work properly with our bowls.
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yes - I make peanut butter balls every year and a very stiff Gingerbread cookie dough which burned out smaller mixers - I have had my KitchenAid for 20 years - I just bought this one for my Son and his new Wife
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I didn't have issues with things flying out of the bowl, but I did have issues with things flying to the sides of the bowl and not mixing at all. Reminded me of that ride at carnivals where they spin you around and then drop the floor... the centrifugal force is so strong that you stick to the wall. That's what happened to me on a few recipes I tried making.
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I would recommend used a spoon or spatula for just dry ingredients. This is great for dry and liquid put together. Pancake mix, dough, cake mix, etc.
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Nope- doesn't mix. Make pasta dough separately - you do the work! (but fun) --- then machine does great job of processing dough in to pasta-of-choice
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The spilling over of the ingredients has more to do with the bowl; depth and shape as well as the speed the mixer is going compared to the consistency of mixture rather than the mixer itself. This mixer works well when all components of the equation are in proper proportions.
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I melted mine in a double boiler, let it harden then whipped it. I used a kitchenaid mixer and used a blow dryer on then bowl until you see it smooth out.
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It's fix most mixing bowls made for the kitchenAid. Most bowls are the same size, mixer maybe larger or smaller but the bowls all run the same. You shouldn't have a problem
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I've had my set for several years and have not had this problem. I have found though that the whisk is not usable as a mixer. This means for things that are heavy such as potatoes, it does not work well which may be why you have had yours burn out. It works very well for drinks, puddings and whipped cream. I have had a problem with the bowls breaking though! I have chips in 2 of them.
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Send it back. I returned mine. It had at least 3 major defects plus was missing an integral part. KitchenAid should be ashamed!
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Hello Elena,I have used my KitchenAid several times to mix ingredients into ground beef for special burgers. I have also used it to mix spices into my homemade pork sausage. I have never had a problem. Make sure you do not use a meat that is not thoroughly thawed and break it apart as you put it in the mixing bowl. I have had the best luck with the dough hook attachment. IMHO the only thing that can make your meat tough is if it is too lean or not cooked properly. Good luck.Bob
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I am not a KitchenAid Rep, you would have to contact KitchenAid regarding your warranty. I can assure you, the New Metro Design Beater Blade is by far the best for mixing dough, frosting etc. I would recommend this product to anyone.
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I've had two or three bread makers over the years and I think they're all pretty much the same. I now just make bread with my good old Kitchenaid mixer and it comes out just fine.