A:AnswerHi ED83, KitchenAid made the decision in 2016 to no longer place the spring on the beater shaft on all Classic and Artisan Tilt Head Mixers. By removing the spring and washer on the shaft, it is a benefit as it leaves the beater shaft much easier to clean without the spring. It is also not necessary for the operation of the unit as the tools stay locked without them.
A:AnswerThe spring and washer were deleted in order for the manufacturer to increase the profit made on each unit. The spring and washer reduced the play between the attachment and the output shaft.
A:AnswerHi Aim, The 120 volt (U.S.) appliances are not compatible with 220/240 volt requirements of other countries (as well as vice versa).
Additionally, KitchenAid does not recommend the use of a transformer for any KitchenAid countertop appliance. Doing so could cause damage to your appliance or the home electrical system, as noted above.
A:AnswerThe Artisan Stand Mixer weighs approximately 23 pounds and KitchenAid does offer a 4.5 quart and 3 quart mixing bowl for the unit available separately.
A:AnswerHi Di, The Artisan Tilt Head Stand Mixer is 13.9 inches tall with the motor head locked in the down position, 17.3 inches tall with the motor in the up position, 8.7 inches wide and 14.1 inches deep. All KitchenAid Stand Mixers are manufactured to be used with 110-120 volts.
A:AnswerHi Dumi, The 120 volt (U.S.) appliances are not compatible with 220/240 volt requirements of other countries (as well as vice versa).
What many consumers are not aware of is the potential danger that differences in cycles/second can create. Where in the United States electricity is delivered at 60 Hertz (Hz), most other countries deliver the electricity at 50 Hz. Running 60 Hz appliances in a 50 Hz environment forces the motor in your appliance to run at a slower speed, and can potentially cause immediate motor or operational failure. Not only is this failure not covered by any manufacturer's warranty, but has been known to result in electrical shortages and/or fires.
Additionally, KitchenAid does not recommend the use of a transformer for any KitchenAid countertop appliance. Doing so could cause damage to your appliance or the home electrical system, as noted above.