2BLENDER SERVICE MANUALSAFETY GUIDELINESThis Service Manual is written for the Professional Service Technician who is familiar with the KitchenAidBlender. The following Safety Guidelines should be adhered to when servicing this product.Service Environment• The workplace will be dry and sanitary at all times and all units should be inspected for cleanlinessbefore any work is started.• Visually inspect the unit requiring service in a well-illuminated area.• A mild, non-abrasive dishwashing soap solution and clean towel can be used to wash any unitrequiring attention.• The hands of the Service Technician should be clean at all times during the service procedure.Electrical Considerations• The work place for the stand mixer must have properly grounded AC outlets that adhere to allLocal Electrical Codes that are applicable at the time of the repair.• The Blender Power Cord should always be inspected first before testing the Blender operation. Donot run the Blender if the Power Cord is damaged. Replace a damaged Power Cord.• All disassembly and assembly procedures discussed in this manual should be conducted with theunit disconnected from power.• Do not leave the blender unattended while running for extended periods. Always unplug theblender immediately after conducting your tests.Technician• The Service Technician should wear protective eyeware at all times when conducting a repair onthe KitchenAid Blender.• Loose fitting sweaters, shirt sleeves or bracelets should not be worn while servicing theKitchenAid Blender.You can be killed or seriously injured if you don'timmediately follow instructions.You can be killed or seriously injured if you don'tfollow instructions.All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell youwhat can happen if the instructions are not followed.Your safety and the safety of others are very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey allsafety messages.This is the safety alert symbol.This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or“WARNING.” These words mean:WARNINGElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Failure to do so can result in death orelectrical shock.Replace all parts and panels before operating.