My old mixer - actually from Hobart days - seems quite noisy compared to new ones that I've listened to in a local store. The noise seems to be a clattering (or chattering) noise and seems to be coming from around the governor or the control plate. I've had the mixer apart and have checked the gears which seem to e fine - it has been re-greased too. The mixer is more noisy at low speed than when it runs at higher speeds. I've tried a spare control plate from a quite mixer and that didn't improve things. Could this be something to do with the governor bouncing the control plate around too much - the spring that joins to the control plate seems a little loose. Any ideas oh wise kitchenaid mixer fixers???
Did it start clattering before or after it was re-greased? The K5ss by Hobart is an excellent mixer and there is no reason why it can't go on for a bunch more years. First you can get clattering if the brushes are less than 5/16th inch long, But that is not usual.
I would think that the rear bearing which is in the center at the rear may be more your problem, That bearing is behind the speed control switch and behind the governor (don't discount the governor being the problem) and is attached by two 3/8th nuts and slides onto the two guide slides that hold the motor parts in place. What i have found over the years is that 1.) the studs can bend (happens but not often) 2.) the bearing which is in the center of the big aluminum housing, (Called rear bearing assembly) moves over the years and causes humming and clattering.
So what to do about it? Loosen the two nuts a turn or two (do not remove) look at the top of the the bearing assembly and you will see a metal tab (used to attach the rear cover) (make sure the bowl and beaters are not attached to the machine) now plug it in and turn it to stir speed or number 2 position, put your finger on top of the tab and press down while the mixer is running, you should hear a change in pitch, and it should effect the clattering noise, (It will go up or down, or you may hear a new noise a light humming) (The humming is caused by the armature no longer in the center of the motor field and getting to close to the stator of the motor while it is operating, when it is out of center the developed magnetic field that causes the armature to turn gives off the humming noise because it is out of center or balance) if you notice that the clattering gets louder or softer by pushing down or pulling up you have to play with it to find the sweet spot, when you find it tighten the two nuts down just enough to hold it in place and no more. It takes a while and you wont hurt the machine but never go above speed two while doing this. If that fixes the problem you may have to do it more than once as the machine continues to age or if you move the machine around a lot. the real problem is the armature needs replacing (if this is the problem). Next you may have the machine timed wrong and that has to do with the speed control switch entirely, let us know what you find if these are not the problems we have a ways to go but they are the usual culprits with your symtom.
SOURCE: Knocking sound, pin loose
My pin came right out and I couldn't get it back in. I turned it upside down like someone recommended and loosened the screw, still couldn't get it to line up and go all the way through. I finally put a little cooking oil on the pin, turned the machine on it's side, and it went all the way through. Then I retightened the screw.
SOURCE: Question regarding KitchAid mixer, Model K45ss.
Yes this indeed does sound like you have a problem. There could be a couple different cause of this noise. If your main drive or worm gear has been damaged, it is likely to not run at all or jam up. So i think this is not the problem. There is however a codder pin located inside the transmission gears this can be seen by removing the upper housing of the unit, and then exposing the oil and gears. clear away the oil surrounding the gears, and save this grease for later. After this you should be able to visually see this codder pin AND the gears, rotate the gears while inspecting them and the pin. If the pin is slightly bent or broken this will make the grinding noise that your are talking about, while still operating and driving the unit. part number for the codder pin is 9705444. If however the noise is coming from the motor area this could indicate a worn or faulty motor bearing. This can cause the motor to operate on an angle and can cause a rubbing noise from the cooling fan or the winding of the motor itself rubbing on the mixer housing. Part number for the braket and bearing is 3180526. both are relatively cheap and easy to replace. If you find and fix the problem be sure to inspect or change the oil as this can often have metal chunks and other particles. Hope this Helps
Thanks
SOURCE: My Kitchenaid mixer (k5ss lift bowl?) smells hot
I think you have a K45SS. It sounds like there is a problem with one of the gears, probably the worm gear. The worm gear is designed to be the first to fail if the mixer has struggled with a heavy dough or other difficult to mix substance. The best way to establish the cause will be to open the head up and check the gears for signs of damage.
SOURCE: My Kitchenaid mixer (KV25G0XWW)5+ yrs old, started
go to any local hardware store Ace tell them you need retaing ring pliers to remove you c clip if you cant find try your automotive stores like autozone, advanced autoparts they should have retaing clip remover.you should also get some gear oil while your there for the gears sounds like you dont have any oil int the gears.heres an image to help you out.
Testimonial: "Thank You! Very Helpful!"
SOURCE: the turning mechanics sound clunky
HI PANNABECKERS, sorry to hear about your mixer’s malaise. It is very disconcerting to purchase an expensive brand name kitchen appliance with a solid reputation and find the reality falls far short of your expectation, but I digress on KA quality. You don’t say how old your mixer is, but I’ll assume it’s no longer under warranty (you’ve had it over a year).
By the description of your mixer’s symptoms, I concur with your assessment and say that your mixer is headed for some type of mechanical /transmission breakdown, if it hasn’t failed completely, yet. What can you do?
The good news is that this can be fixed quite easily (OK, maybe with a little effort) by yourself, if you are a DITY type person, feel adventurous, and your mixer is not under warranty you can troubleshoot it yourself. Be sure you have the Parts List manual on hand. If you're lacking one, you can download a PDF version from the KA website: http://www.kitchenaid.com/flash.cmd?/#/page/home.
Click on Customer Care>Locate Manuals & Guides> Enter the 6 character model number, in your case use KSM50P (Your K5SS mixer falls within this manual), and select the first file KSM50P.pdf (438.31 KB) listed under Parts List (4) and then check to verify this matches your mixer model.
Turn to pages 4 & 5, titled “Case, Gearing and Planetary Unit”, which provides and exploded view for the disassembly and reassembly of your mixer, along with all the part names and numbers.
To disassemble your mixer you will need a regular and Phillips screwdriver, snap-ring pliers, a small drift pin punch and a small hammer. By using the exploded views in the Part List manual, you should be able to disassemble, inspect, identify and replace broken/worn parts, and reassemble your mixer.
After clearing all the grease away, check to see if the gears are just loose, excessively worn or broken. If it’s worn or broken you can order replacement parts and install them yourself.
Besides a replacement gear, and grease you might consider replacing the gasket, too. You should use a food-grade grease that you can order online (although I’ve seen automotive bearing grease used too – your call). It can be messy but quite gratifying to diagnose and repair your KA mixer yourself.
If you do need repair parts, here are five potential online vendors in no particular order: RepairClinic.com; mendingshed.com; searspartsdirect.com; partstore.com; and Grainger.com (for grease). You should search for ‘food grade grease’ online (although I’ve seen automotive bearing grease used too – your call). Prices can vary widely between vendors, so do some comparison shopping.
Finally, here are links to three excellent websites that detail the disassembling/reassembly of a KA Mixer. The mixers displayed in the links are different KA models, but the principles are the same.
Between these three websites and their excellent pictures and descriptions and your Parts List manual, you should now be able to completely disassemble and reassemble your mixer, should you decide to go that route.
If you feel this repair is beyond your capability, then I would seek out a local small appliance repair shop in your area. KA Customer Care can give you names of local KA authorized repair shops in your area, but you can also do an online search to supplement what KA may provide you. Call to explain your circumstances and find out their hourly rate and get an estimate of what they think it would cost to repair your mixer. Also, always obtain three or more estimates – do some comparison shopping. I hope this helps. Howard, Burke, VA
If this solution was helpful, please rate it, thanks! – hslincoln
1,397 views
Usually answered in minutes!
×