This speed governor, or clutch, can typically be found in your tilt-head or bowl-lift mixers beside the control plate. It is one of the three parts that work together to regulate and control the mixing speed. If you notice speed fluctuations or unresponsiveness to adjustments, the speed governor may be malfunctioning. To replace it, consu...Read morelt your user manual for instructions. Start by disconnecting the mixer from its power source and removing the beater and bowl. Take off the rear cover and unscrew the mounting screws from the trim to remove it. Disconnect the wires on the control plate and pry the end seal from the appliance. Remove the fasteners on the control plate to access the governor, which can be wiggled off the shaft using pliers. Please be aware that this OEM part is sold individually.
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Dryer drum wouldn't turn and motor would shut off
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Cynthia M from Westfield, MA
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First I was told by the maytag repair man that the motor was shot and it would be 467 dollars to repair. Since I didn't have that kind of money I decided to take it apart to see if I could replace the motor myself. Once I had it apart I saw the part that held the motor in place was broken off and the motor was out of place causing it too
... Read moreshut itself off. Once I figured it all out it took about 2 minutes to replace the less than 6 dollar part! Thanks partSelect!!!