A:AnswerI believe body is aluminum alloy, hence, it is not dish washer safe; the aluminum will corrode, due to dish washer compound. Hand/sink wash. Internals are steel but do with body shell. Not a big deal. Tip, after last grinding, input a slice of bread; it will maximize meat output and start to clean body shell internals, it helps.
A:AnswerHi Maria, We are sorry to learn of the concern you are experiencing with your stand mixer. Please contact KitchenAid at 800-541-6390 for further assistance.
A:AnswerI believe the grinder is safe to use, after you have cleaned thoroughly, Don't dish washer clean again, it weakens the aluminum alloy and builds a deposit that is almost impossible to remove. It may result in a rough crust, that is difficult to get really clean - beware.
A:AnswerI use it with my KitchenAid Classic which has MORE than enough power and durability to work this grinder attachment. I can't speak to other models of mixer.
A:AnswerI have researched before purchasing they port were the grinder attaches is a standard size port to receive attachments the the drive housing links right in and you tighten down the bolt to hold the attachment in place
A:AnswerWondering the same thing, I hate hand washing the metal one, I think you only need to had wash 1/2 the plastic one.. so if it works as good I would get it.
A:AnswerThe KSMFGA is a newer product that mounts other KSM— attachments. The older FGA only mounts older non-KSM attachments. The overall design is roughly the same, but the KSMFGA's collar has five fins, while the FGA's collar has ten ribs and uses a wrench. The KSMFGA has a slightly larger port, so its attachments do not fit into the smaller FGA.
