KitchenAid K4SSWH 4 -1/2 Quart Bowl Lift Stand Mixer, White Review

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(More customer reviews)I received this mixer yesterday for Christmas from my kids. Then I read the above review and I got a little aprehensive. Today I telephoned this number 1-800-541-6390 to ask about the attachments for this model mixer. She answered several questions and she gave me the numbers of appliance models that are compatible with the K4SS mixer. The wire whip model number is K5AW. The attachments with model numbers KSM500 and K5SS will all fit the K4SS mixer. Hope this helps.

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The KitchenAid K4SS Stand Mixer has a all metal construction with a direct drive transmission. This powerful bowl lift stand mixer features a 300 -watt motor for handling all mixing jobs, and can effectively mix up to 8 cups of all-purpose flour. The KitchenAid stand mixer has a unique mixing action that spins the beater clockwise as the shaft spins counter clockwise; moving the beater to 67 different points around the bowl. This unique mixing action creates a thorough blend of ingredients and eliminates the need to rotate the bowl. The stand mixer also has a 10 speed control that allows the user to select the right speed for the mixing job; from very high to very slow stir. It's easy to select the precise speed needed for a perfect mix. The stand mixer includes a 4 1/2-quart-capacity stainless-steel mixing bowl with handle, as well as a burnished flat beater. The stand mixer measures 16.4 x 10.4 x 13.3-inches and carries a one-year hassle-free replacement warranty.

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KitchenAid KN256BDH Dough-Hook Replacement for models KB25, KB26, KD26, KH25, KV25, KP26, KT26. Review

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(More customer reviews)The spiral dough hook is swell. Works much better than the "C"-shaped hook that comes with the mixer. My one caution... sometimes buying the spiral hook can be frustrating as what differentiates the spiral hook's part number from the normal hook's part number is an 'S' in the part number. I was twice sent the wrong part! (It was correctly packaged and labled - they just kept pulling the wrong item.) Once I got the right part I was delighted with the way it handles dough. It's much less likely to allow the dough to climb the hook as it's being worked - the spiral keeps pushing the dough back down. Nice. Also this design handles stiff doughs better than the "C" hook. Seems to 'knead' it as opposed to 'bang' it. Nice addition if you're into bread.

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Made from burnished metal, this dough-hook replacement works on KitchenAid Pro 600 and Pro 5 Plus stand mixers. The unique design of the dough hook replicates hand kneading with a forceful punching and rolling action that kneads 20-percent more yeast bread dough than previous models. Washing the stand-mixer accessory by hand is recommended for best results. The dough hook measures approximately 4 by 6 inches and carries a one-year hassle-free warranty.

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KitchenAid Spiral Dough Hooks Review

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(More customer reviews)Unfortunately, these reviews are not all distinguishing between the "burnished steel" and the "coated". There is a big difference. As a professional baker I use both the KitchenAid 4.5-qt and the 6-qt at home for product development. While I recommend the spiral hook as compared to the "c" hook (I have both) I do not recommend the burnished finish. Last week while I was down with the flu the burnished hook and flat beater were put into our dishwasher by mistake. They oxidized so badly that both are now a complete loss. After trying to clean them with various products and methods I called KitchenAid to see if there was anything I could do. They said "buy a replacement". Once the finish is destroyed you risk getting aluminum (lots!) into your product which is extremely unhealthy.
I also have the coated hook and the flat beater for my 4.5-qt and in ten years my only problem has been a very small spot on the beater that is beginning to wear through the coating and will need to be replaced soon.(The coating seems to be some sort of plastic coating with metal underneath.) This can be avoided by making sure it's not hitting the bowl anywhere. (You can call KitchenAid for help in making this adjustment if necessary.) I agree with another reviewer that it would be nice to get these attachments in stainless steel. But at one time KithcheAid was manufactured by Hobart, the leader in commercial mixers, and even they only make the attachments in aluminum (albeit a much high quality aluminum!).
In summary: I recommend the spiral hook over the c hook. I find the dough will still climb up the hook when kneading a lower volume of dough (under 2 lbs)in the 6-qt. (I do not recommend making dough in the Classic, 4.5-qt, as it will eventually burn out the smaller 250 watt motor.) The spiral hook is the same style as most professionals use (and I use in my bakehouse) as it provides a much better and uniform kneading action. But avoid the burnished steel if at all possible. One mistake into the dishwasher will cost you!

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This Coated Spiral Dough Hook mixes and kneads yeast dough, saving both time and effort of hand-kneading.

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