I accidentally dropped something in the motor base of KitchenAid Mixer. What should I do?

If you drop something into your KitchenAid Mixer's motor base, act quickly to avoid injury:

• Unplug the mixer from the power outlet to avoid electrical shock. Empty the bowl and remove any mixer attachments previous to the incident.

• Try tilting and shaking the mixer base without the bowl to see if the object falls out. Sharp objects or compressed air may damage the mixer's internal components if used to remove the object. If the object is large and visible, you may see it through motor housing vents or openings.

• The manual may advise on safe retrieval or suggest tools. If the manual doesn't help or you're uncomfortable retrieving, contact KitchenAid customer support. They can help or recommend a qualified appliance repair service to safely disassemble and remove the mixer.

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