Cuisinart soho SS-7 Series Manual

The Cuisinart soho SS-7 Series is a versatile 7-speed stand mixer designed for home kitchens, featuring a powerful motor, stainless steel bowl, multiple attachments (dough hook, flat beater, wire whip), tilt-back head, splash guard, and digital timer. It operates on 120V AC, 60Hz. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Using Attachments 7. Speed Guide 8. Cleaning & Maintenance 9. Safety Information 10. Warranty & Support 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Motor base with digital control panel, Stainless steel bowl, Dough hook, Flat beater, Wire whip, Splash guard, Tilt-back head lock.

FeatureDescription
Motor baseHouses 7-speed motor and digital controls
Stainless steel bowl5-quart capacity, dishwasher safe
Dough hookFor kneading bread and pizza dough
Flat beaterFor general mixing, creaming, and mashing
Wire whipFor whipping cream, eggs, and light batters
Splash guardPrevents ingredients from splashing out
Tilt-back headLocks in upright position; tilts back for easy access
Speed control dialSelects from 7 speeds (Stir to Whip)
Digital timerCounts down mixing time with audible alert
POWER buttonTurns mixer on/off

Installation

Unpack and inspect all parts. Place on clean, dry, stable countertop.

  1. Assemble stand: Ensure base is flat and all feet are touching surface.
  2. Attach bowl: Place bowl onto base and rotate clockwise until it locks.
  3. Select attachment: Choose dough hook, flat beater, or wire whip.
  4. Insert attachment: Push attachment up onto hub until it clicks into place.
  5. Plug into AC power outlet.

WARNING! Ensure mixer is unplugged during assembly. Do not force attachments.

First-Time Setup

Before first use, wash bowl and attachments in warm, soapy water.

  1. Test operation: Plug in, tilt head back, install flat beater, place empty bowl.
  2. Set speed: Turn dial to Speed 2 (Mix) and run for 30 seconds to ensure smooth operation.
  3. Set timer: Press TIMER button and use +/- to set desired time.
  4. Familiarize with tilt lock: Practice tilting head back and locking upright.

CAUTION! Keep hands and utensils away from moving attachments.

Specifications

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER button, Speed dial (1-7), TIMER button, +/- buttons.

Speed Guide: 1 (Stir), 2 (Mix), 3 (Cream), 4 (Beat), 5 (Knead), 6 (Whip), 7 (High Whip).

Timer: Press TIMER, then use +/- to set minutes (0-60). Timer counts down and beeps when finished. Tilt Head: Pull lever to tilt head back; push up until click to lock upright. Attachments: Ensure correct attachment is fully seated on hub before starting.

Using Attachments

Select attachment based on task.

  1. Flat beater: General mixing, creaming butter and sugar, mashed potatoes.
  2. Dough hook: Kneading yeast doughs for bread, pizza, rolls.
  3. Wire whip: Whipping cream, egg whites, light batters.
  4. Splash guard: Attach over bowl before adding liquids or powdery ingredients.

Tip: Start at low speed when adding dry ingredients to prevent splashing.

Speed Guide

Use appropriate speed for each task.

  1. Speed 1 (Stir): Combining dry ingredients, folding in delicate items.
  2. Speed 2 (Mix): Mixing batters, cookie dough.
  3. Speed 3 (Cream): Creaming butter and sugar for cakes.
  4. Speed 4 (Beat): Beating frostings, thicker batters.
  5. Speed 5 (Knead): Kneading bread dough with dough hook.
  6. Speed 6 (Whip): Whipping cream, egg whites.
  7. Speed 7 (High Whip): Stiff peaks, heavy whipping.

WARNING! Do not exceed recommended speeds for attachments. Overloading can damage motor.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Unplug mixer before cleaning. Bowl and attachments are dishwasher safe (top rack). Wipe base with damp cloth; do not immerse in water.

CAUTION! Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on stainless steel bowl.

Safety Information

Keep away from children. Unplug when not in use. Do not operate with damaged cord. Ensure head is locked upright during operation. Do not touch moving parts.

Warranty & Support

3-year limited warranty. For service, contact Cuisinart Customer Support: 1-800-726-0190 or visit www.cuisinart.com. Register product online for warranty validation.

Troubleshooting

SymptomPossible CauseCorrective Action
Mixer won't startNot plugged in / head not lockedPlug in; ensure head is locked upright.
Attachment not spinningNot fully seatedTurn off, tilt head, push attachment firmly onto hub.
Motor strains or stopsOverloaded / wrong speedReduce quantity; use lower speed; let motor cool.
Bowl not lockingMisalignedRemove bowl, realign, rotate clockwise until click.
Timer not workingNot set / batteryPress TIMER and set time; replace battery if applicable.

Reset: Unplug for 5 minutes if motor overheats.

Service: 1-800-726-0190; www.cuisinart.com

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