KitchenAid KSB560TG 5-Speed Blender with Polycarbonate Jar, Tangerine
Feature: ... 5-speed blender offers .9 HP motor and Intelli-Speed electronic controls; Die-cast metal base; steel-reinforced coupler; 1-piece stainless-steel blade; Dishwasher-safe shatter-resistant 56-ounce pitcher; soft-grip handle; Automatic "crush ice" button; cord storage for tidy countertops; Measures 7-1/4 by 9 by 15-1/5 inches; 1-year hassle-free replacement warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-03-02 Summary: how to fix a leak ... Bought my KSB5600-BO in July of 2007. Lovely machine. However, it slowly developed a slight leak at the blade assembly. No mention of this problem in the troubleshooting section of the product manual. I was a little slow to realize that the solution is to tighten the 3/4 inch nut on the bottom of the jar COUNTERCLOCKWISE. Newer models may obviate this solution/problem. (Photo provided.) ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-02-20 Summary: Love, love, love ... Ok... first the leaking carafe has been fixed so don't be swayed by those negative reviews. In fact, I love the carafe - it's all one piece. I make smoothies daily and my last blender had a million pieces to take apart and clean after each use. Granted it was one of those with a spout, which I thought would be great for smoothies. Turned out to be nothing but a gimmick that never really worked properly and just left more to take apart, clean, and no matter what u do bacteria will find its way in there. So I decided ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | KitchenAid Blenders combine outstanding performance, durability and an easy to clean design to perform everyday kitchen tasks from making smoothies to pureeing vegetables for soup, to crushing ice and making pesto. This blender features a 56 oz shatter-resistant blend & serve pitcher. Its soft grip handle is comfortable and the jar's lighter weight allows for anyone to use, including kids. One piece dishwasher safe pitcher with Stainless Steel one-piece blade eliminates food traps and...more