Parts for Kitchenaid KSM97DP0: Case, Gearing And Planetary Unit Parts

This headless, cup-point set screw secures a component to a shaft or hub inside your appliance. The 1/4-28 x 3/8 in size bites into the mating surface to prevent slipping, helping keep collars, pulleys, or knobs aligned and stable.

• Locks a hub, collar, or pulley to a shaft to prevent movement
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce wobble or vibration
• Replaces missing, stripped, or damaged set screws
• Common signs include components slipping on a shaft, rattling noises, or recurring loosening

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Clean threads and align with any flat on the shaft before tightening
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten securely without overtightening
• Recheck tightness after a brief test run