How slow does this one's slowest speed seem? (I have an Oster mixer, and the lowest speed seems really fast, thowing ingredients all over.)
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I have used my Oster mixer at the slowest speed many times and have never had any problems with it throwing ingredients out. One reason I picked this Oster mixer was due to the good reviews for the slowest speed (unlike reviews for similarly priced, equipped mixers). The only somewhat negative comment I can make about this mixer is that it takes a little getting used to moving the speed button sideways. And, as you change speeds, there's a pause for just a nanosecond before the new speed takes over. I'm generally very pleased with this mixer at all speeds!
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I needed to send this one back. The first time I used it it didn't work. It ran at first and quit shortly after I began mixing. Since I used it with the outlet near the sink I did a test and no change. I tried it in different outlets but that didn't make a difference. Not sure of the speed, sorry.
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Check out the video on this item at Everythingkitchens.com, it will show you how this works. I hope this helps. It is a great mixer.
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I have the same mixer. I looked at Mackie's website and it's the same mixer. I like it and it works well for me.
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The mixer will work for lower volume dough but not as well because it is designed for large batches. I used it to make pizza dough, only using a total of 4 c. My experience is it just takes a bit more time to get the dough thoroughly mixed before it really starts kneading it. Hope this helps.
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I have not used it to mash potatoes yet, but I will be mashing my potatoes with it on Thanksgiving. Depending on how much mash potatoes you will be making, it may or may not be big enough. But, I bet you could do two batches if you needed to very quickly because it's pretty powerful, especially on the higher speeds. This my first mixer and I really like it-and use it a lot. I guess it depends on what you are used to.
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I have not had any problems with the slow speed splattering. This particular mixer suits my needs.
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It is a bit slow but does the trick. I've made a very large quantity of potatoes without issue. Hope this helps.
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I have never had this mixer not do well on any kind of mixing. The high speed can take on anything. My daughter has a large kitchen aid but this does as well on most all things.
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I consider the lowest speed to be slow, since it mixes (for me) without sending dry ingredients air-borne, and without slinging mixtures outside of the mixing bowl. This is NOT like a blender/food processor or similar equipment, as your question references. Rather, it is designed to be used mixing batters for baked goods.
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It does take a while, but then it is very consistent. Could you pre-heat it with hot water & speed up the process by boiling the water in a kettle? Maybe use a bit less water? Mine takes a while too, I think it is just because it is a very solid devise and also I'm using it on a small gas ring.
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I highly recommend it! Just add flour slowely but a must if using highly speeds. The only thing you can't use it with is the dough hook but that is slow speed. I consider it an essential piece of the mixer.
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I didn't have much luck with mine - it made more of a cucumber slush than slices. I ended up returning it and getting a food processor, which handles that and everything else much nicer.
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I find this burner very slow. My pressure canner is only 10.5 quarts and I can't imagine how slow it would be on some of the larger canners.
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I have taken it all apart. That is the only way I could get it clean. I am a bit disappointed with the mixer as a whole. I hope you enjoy yours!
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It's lowest speed is a bit too high in my opinion. With the ingredients you mention, you'll have a bit of a mess potentially.
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Mine has several speeds. They go from slow to fast. I've never seen any other mixer with any other sort of controls. Have you ever used a hand controlled mixer before? This works just like any other. It just seems much tougher and harder working. I never look at the digital display in actuality. I just "shift gears" and keep on trucking.
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I've drank water from the mixer after it has been "spun" from curious and amazed friends. I've noticed zero taste difference, alas i dont think it spins fast enough to change or alter the taste in any way.