Kichen Aid Parts

The Retaining Clip is an OEM part for Whirlpool stand mixers. This small but essential part ensures the stability and secure fitting of various mixer components, contributing significantly to the appliance's overall performance and durability. Its primary role is to hold parts in place, preventing movement that could lead to wear or malfunction during operation.

Stand mixers are subjected to a variety of stresses, particularly when mixing thick doughs or other dense mixtures. The retaining clip's integrity is vital in these situations, as it helps to maintain the correct alignment and functioning of the mixer's moving parts. 

Symptoms of a bad Retaining Clip in a stand mixer include:

• Components such as beaters or attachments becoming loose or detaching during use.
• Unusual vibration or noise 
• Difficulty in attaching or detaching mixer attachments  

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Note: This is a quantity of (1) filter. The thumb screw is part of the filter and not sold separately.

This factory screw secures appliance components to their mounting points. Replace missing, worn, or stripped hardware to restore a tight fit, proper alignment, and quieter operation across the affected assembly.

• Fastens panels, brackets, covers, or internal parts to the chassis or frame
• Helps maintain alignment and support, reducing rattle, vibration, or looseness
• Replaces missing or damaged screws that have backed out, broken, or stripped
• Restores secure mounting after service when original hardware is lost

• Disconnect power; shut off water or gas supplies before servicing
• Use the correct driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Match length and thread to the original location; do not substitute with longer hardware
• Tighten snugly; do not overtighten into plastic or thin metal

This replacement filter screens out contaminants to protect your appliance's internal components and maintain performance. Replacing a worn or clogged filter helps ensure proper flow and reduces buildup that can lead to inefficiency or damage. What it does:

• Traps debris and particulates before they reach critical components
• Helps maintain proper airflow or circulation for consistent performance
• Reduces residue buildup that can cause odors or poor results
• Replace if torn, warped, saturated, or visibly clogged

• 1 filter

• Disconnect power; allow hot surfaces to cool and/or shut off water if applicable
• Access the filter location; release retaining tabs or fasteners and remove the old filter
• Clean the housing if needed; seat the new filter fully in the correct orientation
• Restore power and test operation

This interior appliance light bulb restores bright, reliable illumination inside your appliance. Replace a burned-out or broken bulb to easily see contents and monitor progress without keeping the door open longer than necessary. What it does:

• Provides interior illumination for the appliance cavity
• Activates with the door switch or light control
• Restores clear visibility to shelves, racks, and compartments
• Common symptoms: no light, dim or flickering light, blackened/broken bulb

• Includes 1 replacement light bulb

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Allow the bulb and surrounding area to cool completely
• Handle the new bulb with a clean cloth or gloves; do not overtighten
• Replace only with the bulb style and wattage specified for your appliance

The cooktop gasket seals the gap between the underside of the cooktop and the burner box/main top. It helps contain spills and debris and limits heat and moisture escape for cleaner operation and a snug, rattle-free fit. What it does:

• Seals the gap between the cooktop and burner box/main top
• Helps prevent liquids, grease, and debris from leaking into the chassis
• Supports a tight fit to minimize rattles and vibration
• Common signs it's needed: torn, flattened, brittle, missing sections, or recurring spills under the top

• 1 cooktop gasket

• Disconnect power and shut off gas supply; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Lift or remove the cooktop/main top to access the gasket path
• Remove the old gasket and residue; clean and dry the sealing surfaces
• Route the new gasket as originally installed without stretching or compressing; reassemble and check fit

This support bracket secures an internal component to the appliance cabinet/frame, restoring proper alignment and reducing wobble or vibration. Replace damaged or missing hardware to keep parts stable and operating as intended. What it does:

• Holds the attached component firmly in place
• Maintains correct alignment and spacing for smooth operation
• Helps prevent rattling, vibration, or sagging caused by a broken bracket
• Common symptoms: loose or wobbling part, misalignment, noise, or visible cracks/broken tabs on the bracket

• 1 support bracket

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water supply if working near water lines
• Remove the damaged bracket and retain any model-specific hardware
• Position the new bracket and secure it with the original fasteners
• Verify alignment and operation before restoring power

This thermal fuse is a one-time safety cutoff that stops heat when temperatures rise above safe limits, protecting the appliance from overheating. Replace a blown fuse to restore proper thermal protection and heating control. What it does:

• Opens the circuit to the heating element when overheating is detected to prevent unsafe temperatures.
• Common symptom: dryer runs but produces little or no heat.
• Can cause dryers to stop heating even though the motor and controls seem to work.
• Helps prevent thermal damage or fire by cutting power to the heater when needed.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before accessing the heating assembly.
• Replace with the exact OEM part; match terminals and mounting location.

A general-purpose appliance adhesive used to bond and seal interior and exterior components. Restores secure attachment of trim, insulation, and small panels so parts stay in place and function properly. What it does

• Bonds loose trim, gaskets, and small plastic or metal panels to prevent shifting and rattles
• Seals minor seams and gaps to improve fit and finish
• Helps reattach insulation or padding that has come unglued
• Reduces noise from vibrating parts by securing components

• Clean and dry surfaces thoroughly before applying for the best bond
• Use in a well-ventilated area and avoid skin or eye contact; follow product safety directions
• Apply sparingly and allow full cure time per manufacturer instructions before reassembling

A non-metal shim used to stabilize and level your appliance for quieter, more reliable operation. Simple, low-profile support that helps correct minor height and balance issues so doors and drawers align and appliances sit securely. What it does:

• Adds thin, non-metallic spacing under feet or frame to correct slight height differences
• Helps stop rocking or tipping that can cause noise, vibration, or misaligned doors
• Supports even weight distribution to reduce uneven wear on adjustable legs
• Useful when adjusting leveling feet can't fully correct a gap or tilt

• Place shim under the appliance foot or frame where additional height or support is needed
• Re-check appliance level and stability after installing; add/remove shims as required
• Use with care to avoid creating instability; pair with proper leveling adjustments

This refrigerator water filter cartridge removes common particulates and helps improve water taste and odor for built-in fridge dispensers. It replaces a used filter to restore clearer, better-tasting water to your dispenser and icemaker. What it does:

• Filters sediment and particulate contaminants from the water supply
• Helps reduce chlorine taste and odor for improved drinking water
• Supplies filtered water to the dispenser and icemaker when properly installed
• Helps prevent debris from reaching internal water lines and components

• Turn off the water supply to the refrigerator and follow the refrigerator manufacturer's removal/installation steps
• Push, twist, or pull per your refrigerator's filter access design; ensure a secure fit and clear seals
• After installing, flush several quarts of water through the dispenser to clear air and settled carbon fines
• Dispose of the used filter according to local regulations; follow the refrigerator manufacturer's recommended replacement interval

This is a replacement hotplate surface element that restores a working cooking surface on compatible electric ranges. It provides a direct heating surface for pots and pans and helps ensure even heat transfer during cooking. What it does:

• Heats cookware when the burner control is turned on to allow stovetop cooking
• Replaces a cracked, damaged, or non-heating surface element
• Helps correct uneven heating or intermittent burner operation when element is the fault
• Works with the range's burner control and terminal block to complete the circuit

• One hotplate surface element

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock hazard
• Access the element from the cooktop or underside per your model's service instructions
• Remove and retain any mounting hardware; reconnect terminals in the same orientation
• Inspect burner terminals and wiring for damage; replace damaged wiring or connectors before testing

This wire harness assembly routes power and signals between major components to restore electrical connection and reliable operation. It replaces a damaged or frayed harness to help eliminate intermittent power, no-starts, or lost control functions. What it does:

• Connects power and control circuits between the main control and other components
• Restores reliable electrical continuity when wiring is damaged, burned, or corroded
• Helps resolve symptoms such as intermittent operation, appliances that won't start, or components that receive no power
• Prevents shorting or arcing caused by exposed or broken wires when properly installed

• Disconnect the appliance from power (unplug or turn off the circuit breaker) before beginning work
• Handle connectors gently; match keyed connectors when reassembling to avoid miswiring
• Inspect mating terminals and housings for damage; replace if terminals are burned or corroded

This multi-wire electrical harness routes power and signals between appliance components to restore reliable connectivity and control. Replacing a damaged harness helps stop intermittent operation and prevents wiring shorts or lost function. What it does:

• Carries power and control signals between components such as controls, motors, sensors, or switches
• Restores electrical continuity when original wiring is frayed, cut, or burned
• Helps stop intermittent operation, no-start conditions, or component failures caused by damaged wiring
• Prevents potential short circuits from exposed or chafed wires

• Disconnect power before starting — always follow lockout/tagout procedures
• Replace harness using routing and connector orientation
• Inspect mating connectors and terminals; do not use if corrosion or damage is present
• Securely fasten harness with existing clips/ties to avoid rubbing or heat exposure