KitchenAid KP - Replacing the Stand Mixer Motor

KitchenAid
6-Quart Stand Mixer Manual LIT4176981
MOTOR REPLACEMENT - The Motor on the
KitchenAid Stand Mixer can be replaced by using the
method outlined below.
Make sure that the Mixer is disconnected from the
AC Supply before beginning the following procedure
that begins after the Trim Band and Upper Cover have
been removed.
IMPORTANT - There are (3) versions of the Lower
Gear Case that require different Motors.
HALL EFFECT T es
CABLE =
MOTOR SHAFT
SEAL
THERE ARE THREE
STYLES OF LOWER
GEAR CASES
LOWER GEAR
CASE
1. Remove the (4) 8-32 x 5/8" Phillips Screws that
secure the Transmission Cover and carefully remove
the cover and set aside.
The Transmission Cover contains Grease, so avoid
contact with the Mixer and other components!
2. Remove the (2) 8-32 x 5/8" Phillips Screws that
secure the Control Assembly to the Lower Cover.
3. Remove the (2) Black Motor Leads and the Grey
Hall Effect Cable from the Mixer Control Assembly.
4. Remove the (2) 8-32 x 5/8" Phillips Screws that
secure the Motor to the Lower Cover.
5. The Motor can now be removed for inspection or
replacement.
Be sure to remove and save the Grey Hall Effect
Sensor Cable from the original Motor for use with the
Replacement Motor.
Be sure that the Motor Shaft Seal (9706247) is in
place before setting the replacement motor into the
Base of the Transmission.
Before tightening motor screws and transmission
cover screws—push motor forward to ensure shaft
seal is seated.
Hold motor in place and tighten all screws.
© 2002 KitchenAid
6-QUART STAND MIXER
MOTOR REPLACEMENT TABLE
DOMESTIC MODELS
The correct replacement part number is
determined by the production date of the mixer.
* PRODUCTION DATE - WK08 (Production Start-up) through WK50
e LOWER HOUSING DESCRIPTION - Narrower Rib opening under Motor.
* TRANSMISSION COVER GASKET - No Gasket Used.
e PROD. IST STAGE GEAR & WORM ASSEMBLY - 9703699
* MOTOR FOR SERVICE - 9706251 or 9703571
(Requires NEW Lower Housing)
e PRODUCTION DATE - WKSI through WL03
* LOWER HOUSING DESCRIPTION - Wider Rib opening under Motor.
* TRANSMISSION COVER GASKET - No Gasket Used.
e PROD. IST STAGE GEAR & WORM ASSEMBLY - 9703699
e MOTOR FOR SERVICE - 120V (All) - 9706251
* PRODUCTION DATE - WL04 through WLI6
* LOWER HOUSING DESCRIPTION - Wider Rib opening under Motor.
* TRANSMISSION COVER GASKET - No Gasket Used
PROD. IST STAGE GEAR & WORM ASSEMBLY - 9703446
* MOTOR FOR SERVICE - 120V (All) - 9706251
* PRODUCTION DATE - WLI7 through WL45
* LOWER HOUSING DESCRIPTION - Wider Rib opening under Motor.
* TRANSMISSION COVER GASKET - Gasket adhered to Transmission Cover.
e PROD. IST STAGE GEAR & WORM ASSEMBLY - 9703446
* MOTOR FOR SERVICE - 120V (All) - 9706251
* PRODUCTION DATE - WL46 through Present
* LOWER HOUSING DESCRIPTION - Wider Rib opening under Motor.
© TRANSMISSION COVER GASKET - Gasket adhered to Transmission Cover.
PROD. IST STAGE GEAR & WORM ASSEMBLY - 9706590
* MOTOR FOR SERVICE - 120V (Professional) - 9703585
120V (Other) - 9706548
Replacement Motor part numbers for Export
Models are provided in the Export Model
Part Number Table.
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