Answer Michele, You have run the mixxer without the beaters or hook, whip etc. and there is little to no play in the hinge assembly, between the stand and the motor/gearcase and check the pedestal itself, to make sure it didn't get dropped and bent accidentally ? That's really all you can check for, without dismantling the mixxer. There is a general, basic manual, that should help if you decide to take it that far. Good Luck and Thanks Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Wednesday, March 28, 2012