KSM88R Mixer - Instructions
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The mixer broke the worm gear(the only plastic gear inside the mixer) and needed replaced.
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Dustin from JACKSONVILLE, NC
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
I took apart the mixer housing and removed all the screws. The most difficult part was the two pins that needed to be removed with a metal punch. They were in fairly tight. The mixer came apart pretty easily and it was obvious which part needed to be replaced as it was broken and missing teeth. After replacing the gear and applying new gr
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ease for smooth operation, I simply put it back together and it has worked like new ever since.
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SPEED WENT CRAZY, VERY VERY FAST. NO CONTROL AT ALL EXCEPT OFF
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Doug from ELKHART, IN
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
INSTALLED PHASE CONTROL BOARD AND SPEED CONTROL PLATE, BOTH AT SAME TIME
Your DYI video was helpful, especially holding the spring with a cloth. Also good for fine tuning to get the speed exact
Your DYI video was helpful, especially holding the spring with a cloth. Also good for fine tuning to get the speed exact
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Teeth on the gear were worn off.
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Curt from SHELBY, MI
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Took each area apart. Replaced the gear and reassembled it.
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Worm gear was worn out .
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Peter from SALADO, TX
- A Bit Difficult
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
I watched the university of YouTube videos, and followed their instructions.
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One speed only and surging
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Joan from HALEYVILLE, AL
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers
I replaced the phase control board because the mixer had only
one speed and was surging. I noticed from other posts that it
is important to note the setting of the speed plate before you
remove it in order to remove the phase control board. Also be
careful removing the associated 'slip-on' terminals as it would
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will go ahead and replace the speed plate, probably the cheapest
item to replace. The operation was a success and the mixer is
back in business. Thanks.
one speed and was surging. I noticed from other posts that it
is important to note the setting of the speed plate before you
remove it in order to remove the phase control board. Also be
careful removing the associated 'slip-on' terminals as it would
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will go ahead and replace the speed plate, probably the cheapest
item to replace. The operation was a success and the mixer is
back in business. Thanks.
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Attachment hub stopped spinning
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Sarah from GRAPEVINE, TX
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers
Used youtube movies to disassemble the mixer and found that the gear was stripped. I kept the screws in labeled ziploc baggies so I wouldn't forget which screws went where. Once the part arrived, it was very simple to replace the gear. I regreased the mixer and then reassembled. The trickiest part was how greasy everything was! It was
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also hard to get the pin through the beater hub - I found a video that suggested using a very slim screwdriver to thread the hole before inserting the pin. This was the most involved part replacement I've done on my own, and it was very satisfying to get my mixer back in working order!
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Hard to knock out pins, and connecting the top to the bottom after repair
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Sheldon from RICHMOND, TX
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
watched how to repair
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Control stuck in high gear.
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Ann from OSSINEKE, MI
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
With the mixer being over 30 years old we believed it has going to have to be replaced. However, my husband jumped on uTube and looked at reviews for the problem. Motor was only running on high speed. Reviews said to replace the phase control board. Repair was very quick by just taking off the cover. Removing the old board and connec
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ting the new. Mixer is working awesome once again. In such a disposable society it is great to be able to fix vs trash. Happy Baker.
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cap screw was worn out and would not hold the bowl
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Frank from Locust Grove, VA
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Removed three screws and lifted out old part. replaced with new part
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The threads on the plate that holds the bowl had stripped and the bowl flew off when mixing
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Christine from CHARLESTON, SC
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Removed old plate, screwed in new plate and works like new! Was so happy I wouldn’t have to replace my 30 year old mixer.
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Bowl lock wouldn't hold when mixing bread
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John from COXS CREEK, KY
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Repair is very straight forward. Remove the existing plate by removing the three phillip head screws. Use a regular screwdriver or knife to pop the plate off. (I cleaned the area while I was there but probably not necessary) Position the new plate with the screw holes lined up. Press down to pop the plate into position. Install origin
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al screws and tighten. You're done!
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Mixer went to high speed immediately on starting
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Michael from JACKSONVILLE, FL
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Simple fix actually. UNPLUG mixer and remove the one screw on top that holds on the back. The Phase control board sits under and behind the paper insulator and "switch" assy. Remove the 4 wires with a pair of needle nose pliers, the one screw holding it to the back of the mixer and install the new one in reverse order.
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over heating
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KATHERINE from INVERNESS, FL
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
followed the emailed instructions from your company
worked perfectly
thanks
worked perfectly
thanks
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wire whip came apart
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Beverly from St. James, MN
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Really no help from Kitchen Aid sources; but phone call to PartSelect solved the problem. Kitchen Aid repair line didn't even know the part #! Thanks to Part/Select, Christmas cookies are being made.
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wire whip got bent and had to be replaced
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Robert from Lynchburg, VA
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
just inserted the new wire whip
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