KitchenAid? 5-Speed Custom Metallic Blender
by KitchenAid
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Manufacturer: KitchenAidBrand: KitchenAid
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of KitchenAid? 5-Speed Custom Metallic Blender
Customer Review: Fantastic blender design (and execution)
Summary: 5 Stars
This blender replaces a 20 year old Hamilton Beach that finally gave up the ghost (after being abused by my lovely spouse one too many times ;-) ).
I actually purchased the refurbished one direct from KitchenAid for $100.
Out of the box, the pitcher had a small leak, so a thin line of blended goodness and maybe a touch of oil were getting slung around the inside of the base of the pitcher (where the pitcher fits over the base). SOLUTION: Call KitchenAid Customer Service and voila, they are shipping me a new one (they said keep the old, leaky one--I may try to fix it). Now THAT is what I call great customer service.
There is some confusion as to the Watts (power) that this thing has:
120V x 6A = 720 Watts (the base simply says 120V, 6A motor)
but
0.9hp * 746W/hp = 671 Watts (the advertised spec on the KitchenAid site has 0.9hp)
or
650 Watts (according to JC Penny)
Let's call it 700 Watts and move on....
Regardless, this blender has plenty of power to crush ice (made smoothies for the kids) and make chocolate malts/shakes.
PROS:
1. The pitcher/base interface between the motor and the pitcher itself is intelligently designed (spouse proof?)--no more rubber gears that get ground down to tiny nubs.
2. The pitcher/base interface mechanically makes it essentially tip-proof--it's not coming off the base unless you lift it all the way off).
3. The pitcher is one piece, large (56 oz is nice), and shatter proof (I think glass is a bad idea--think breaking it in the sink while cleaning as it slips out of your hand)
4. The button interface is smooth--no cleaning between mechanical buttons
5. It looks good
6. KitchenAid has top-notch customer service (we own a stand mixer and a refrigerator as well of the same brand)
7. At $100 for refurb (or $129 at JC Penny new), the price
8. A built in cord storage on the bottom
9. 5 year warranty=new), 6 month warranty=refurbished
CONS:
(None that I can think of)
Great machine for home use.
Description of KitchenAid? 5-Speed Custom Metallic Blender
With sleek lines and smooth operation, this blender is always in the mix. Classically styled with a gleaming die-cast metal base, this blender uses a patented stainless steel blade to spin soups, smoothies and more to perfect consistency. One-year total replacement warranty. Model KSB580.Blenders & Ice Crushers
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