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How do you clean the pasta press?

See how to clean the pasta press for your KitchenAid mixer. With care, you'll keep this handy pasta machine in the best condition. See the steps...

When you've finished making delicious homemade pasta (from spaghetti to small macaroni), discover how to clean and care for your pasta press - 6 shapes (5KSMPEXTA).

Here are the steps for how to clean the pasta press:

  1. Turn the mixer off (speed '0') and unplug. how do you clean the pasta press step 1
  2. Completely disassemble the pasta press. how do you clean the pasta press step 2
  3. Remove any dried dough with the included cleaning tool. how do you clean the pasta press step 3
  4. Clean the pasta press housing, cutter, and pasta plates by hand only, using a soft, damp cloth.
    how do you clean the pasta press step 4
    Dry them thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
  5. Wash the pasta ring, auger, and combo tool by hand with a soft cloth, in warm, soapy water, or wash them in the top rack of the dishwasher. how do you clean the pasta press step 5

NOTE: To avoid damaging your pasta press:

This attachment is designed to be used with pasta dough only. To avoid damaging your pasta press, do not insert anything other than pasta dough. Do not use metal objects, other than the provided cleaning tool, to clean out the pasta press. Do not wash the housing, cutter, and pasta plates in the dishwasher, or immerse in water or other liquids. The housing, cutter, and pasta plates should be washed by hand.

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