I have a blender model number KSB50B3 that needs a new fuse. KitchenAid no longer makes a replacement fuse. Will a generic 8-amp / 250 volt fuse work and would it be a fast-acting or slow-burn type?

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I worked for sunbeam and they were 10amps there. dont go to high because u start a fire ..also while you replace it look for darker or blacking field wires..all wires should look good. but hard to start a fire when u got your finger close to off the button at most it will do is slow down and stop ...smoke...time for new blender then. CrazyLarry

SOURCE: Blinking lights on KitchenAid blender

Alternating blinking lights on a Kitchenaid blender indicate a bad circuit board which is unable to run the motor properly. Unplug the blender, take the jar off, and turn the spindle by hand. Then plug it back in. If it does not work properly, try a different outlet (perhaps not in the kitchen). If nothing works, the blender needs to be repaired.

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SOURCE: How do I replace the fuse on my Oster Blender?

I just had the same problem too and ordered the fuse online with the link above. Thanks lele44!

The four feet on the bottom are easily removed with a 1/4" socket slipped inside the each rubber foot fitting.

I'm glad I found you. I saw some downright horrible reviews of my local Oster appliance service center here:
http://www.insiderpages.com/b/3723327730

Rob

SOURCE: Broke the coupling to our

If you have a Kitchenaid Blender (model KSB50B3 or similar) and the rubber teeth on the coupling (that spikey rubber thing on top of the base) broke off (see picture), here is how you can fix it yourself! The Task: The coupling is screwed onto a vertical shaft like a button mushroom. The shaft is round with two flat sides. You need to find an U-shaped thing [such as a wrench] to secure the shaft and loosen the coupling by turning it CLOCKWISE. What you need: 1. New coupling: Part number KA-9704230. Shouldn't be more than $6. I got mine at www.goodmans.net. Their shipping fee is very decent and the service is also good. 2. An U-shaped object: Some had success with household forks. That didn't work for me. Most successes came from the use of ignition wrenches. There's only about 1/4 of an inch between the coupling and the base, and these very thin wrenches can get in there. You will need size 5/16 or 9/32. I got mine at Sears. They come in a set and are not cheap!! The steps: 1. Rip the rubber cover off the coupling. There's a metal disc inside. 2. Secure the shaft with the wrench. 3. Grab the metal disc with a plier and quickly **** it CLOCKWISE. This is to overcome the inertia. 4. If not loosened repeat steps 2~3. 5. Screw new coupling on COUNTER-CLOCKWISE. Now you are ready to make that smoothe or margarita or what have you again! Disclaimer: Kids, don't do this at home. I am not responsible for any explicit or implicit damages caused by you repairing your blender. Read manufacture's warranty policy before proceeding. Call their service center if you don't feel comfortable performing the aforementioned repair.