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Flat Spring
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP240205

This flat spring restores proper tension and return action in the mechanism it supports. Replace a fatigued or broken spring to bring back crisp movement and keep linked parts aligned so the assembly operates smoothly.

  • Applies return tension to a lever, cam, or latch so it moves back to its rest position
  • Helps maintain alignment and engagement between mating parts during operation
  • Can resolve weak or missing spring action, sticking controls, and inconsistent operation
  • Replaces a worn, bent, or broken spring to restore designed feel
What's included: 1 flat spring. Install notes:
  • Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing; shut off water supply if applicable
  • Note the spring's orientation and mounting points before removal
  • Use needle-nose pliers for control; avoid overbending to prevent premature fatigue
  • Confirm smooth return action before reassembly

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You My Kitchenaid mixer wouldn't turn off, it was stuck on no 2 speed.   Eduardo O. • Houston , TX • December 20, 2021

After disassembling the upper half of the mixer, I found out that the Speed-link was broken, the flat spring was missing. Replaced Phase control board, Speed-link and flat spring. Now it works as good as new. Read more

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Control Knob (Black)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP9709280

This black control lever knob replaces a cracked, worn, or missing knob, restoring a secure grip and clean, factory look so you can adjust settings comfortably and accurately.

  • Attaches to a control lever to provide a comfortable, secure handhold
  • Enables smooth, precise selection of settings during use
  • Helps keep the lever aligned and easy to operate
  • Typical symptoms: knob cracked, stripped, loose, missing, or cosmetically damaged
What's included: 1 black control knob
  • Disconnect power before servicing for safety
  • Remove the old knob from the lever stem; retain any small hardware if present
  • Align the new knob and press or thread it onto the stem until fully seated
  • Move the lever through all positions to ensure proper engagement before use

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Worn worm gear   Ronald M. • Chino Hills , CA • September 07, 2015

As preventative maintenance, replaced worn worm gears and re-greased two units used in a bakery. All grease must be removed if contaminated and replaced. Also, the repair requires snap ring pliers to remove main shaft clip. Read more

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Spring Seat Cap
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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP116286

This spring seat cap secures and centers a coil spring within its pocket, providing a smooth bearing surface for consistent tension and quieter operation. Replacing a damaged cap helps restore proper movement and reduce unwanted noise.

  • Retains and aligns the spring in its mounting point to prevent it from slipping out
  • Provides a wear surface that helps reduce squeaks, rattles, and binding
  • Helps maintain correct tension so linked components move and return smoothly
  • Common signs of failure: cracked or missing cap, spring won't stay seated, loose/uneven movement, squeaking or clicking noises
What's included: 1 spring seat cap Install notes:
  • Disconnect power to the appliance; shut off water supply if applicable
  • Control spring tension carefully and wear cut-resistant gloves/eye protection
  • Note the cap's orientation; seat the spring fully in the cap and bracket before reassembly
  • Inspect related spring and linkage; replace any worn parts for best results

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Cap Spring
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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP116287

This cap spring is a small coil that supplies the return tension a cap or button needs to operate smoothly. Replace it if weakened, bent, or missing to restore proper feel and reliable engagement of the mechanism.

  • Maintains spring tension under a cap/button to keep parts aligned
  • Helps the cap return smoothly and prevents looseness or rattling
  • Supports consistent engagement of the related control or latch
  • Typical signs of fatigue: loose or wobbly cap, sticking action, poor return, or a spring that pops out
What's included: 1 cap spring Install notes:
  • Disconnect power and shut off water/gas supplies before servicing
  • Note the spring's orientation and stack-up; take photos as you disassemble
  • Use needle-nose pliers and control the spring so it doesn't eject
  • Seat components fully and test operation before final reassembly

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Gear
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: W11340106

This genuine replacement gear is a drivetrain component that transfers motor rotation to a mating mechanism inside your appliance. Replacing a worn or stripped gear restores smooth, reliable motion and helps prevent damage to adjacent parts.

  • Meshes with adjacent gear(s) or a shaft to drive an internal mechanism
  • Worn or rounded teeth can cause slipping, skipping, or no movement
  • Intermittent or stalled movement can indicate a stripped or damaged gear
What's included: One gear Install notes:
  • Disconnect power (and shut off water/gas if applicable) before servicing
  • Access the assembly; note orientation and timing marks
  • Transfer any spacers, keys, or retaining clips from the old gear
  • Seat the new gear fully and verify smooth manual rotation before restoring power

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Worm gear stripped   Stephen R. • Terre Haute , IN • August 10, 2015

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Speed Control Lever (Gray)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP9709277

Gray speed control lever for stand mixers. This lever lets you select and hold the desired mixing speed. Replace a cracked, loose, or missing lever to restore positive speed selection and consistent operation. What it does:

  • Engages the speed control plate to change mixer speeds
  • Provides defined detents so selected speeds stay in place during use
  • Replaces a worn or damaged lever that feels loose, slips, or won't stay in position
  • May help when speeds are hard to select or drift because the lever is worn
What's included:
  • Includes 1 gray speed control lever
Install notes:
  • Unplug the mixer before servicing
  • Remove the end cover/trim band to access the speed control mechanism
  • Note the spring/link orientation and transfer any original hardware as needed
  • After reassembly, verify all speed positions; adjust the control plate per the service instructions if speeds do not align

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Cover
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP240253-1

Color: White

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You My kitchenaid was missing the back cover (received it like that for free!) and the thumb screw was broken   Ashley A. • Anchorage , AK • December 28, 2014

I simply replaced the back cover, it only took 1 screw. Then I replaced the thumb screw as well. It took less than 5 minutes. Read more

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Governor Drive Stud (Speed Governor)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP16998

This governor drive stud links the motor armature to the mechanical speed governor, allowing the governor to rotate and regulate motor speed. Replacing a worn or missing stud helps restore smooth, consistent speed control in your stand mixer. What it does

  • Transfers rotation from the armature shaft to the governor assembly for accurate speed regulation
  • Helps the mixer maintain set speed under varying load
  • Replaces a damaged, sheared, or missing drive pin
  • Typical symptoms include erratic speed, surging/hunting, won't hold speed, or running only very fast or very slow
What's included
  • 1 governor drive stud
Install notes
  • Disconnect power before servicing; allow moving parts to stop
  • Access the motor/governor area per your model's service information
  • Support the armature and seat the stud carefully; avoid striking or bending the shaft
  • After reassembly, verify governor movement and speed control operation before returning to service

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Ran on high speed only   Bryan D. • Genoa City , WI • February 20, 2017

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Spring Washer (Wavy)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP116241

This wavy spring washer applies light, consistent preload between mating parts so components stay snug and quiet. It helps control end play and vibration, supporting smoother, more reliable operation of the assembly.

  • Applies axial spring tension to take up end play between parts on a shaft or fastener
  • Helps resist loosening from vibration and keeps components fitting tightly
  • Can address wobble, rattling, or uneven spacing when the original washer is worn or missing
  • Maintains proper alignment and feel in the assembly
What's included: Spring washer Install notes:
  • Disconnect power and shut off gas/water before servicing; allow hot surfaces to cool
  • Note the original stack order and position before removal; replace in the same orientation
  • Seat the washer evenly and avoid over-compressing during reassembly
  • Verify smooth operation and minimal play after installation

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Bearing
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: W11082541

This bearing supports a rotating shaft or assembly inside the appliance, reducing friction for smooth, quiet operation. Replacing a worn bearing restores proper alignment and helps prevent noise and premature wear on connected parts.

  • Provides a low-friction surface for smooth rotation
  • Helps keep the rotating component centered and stable
  • Reduces vibration and operating noise
  • Common failure signs: grinding/squealing, wobble or play, rough or intermittent rotation
What's included: 1 bearing Installation notes:
  • Disconnect power; also shut off water or gas supply if applicable
  • Access the assembly per your model's service information and note part orientation before removal
  • Inspect the shaft/hub and any spacers or seals for wear; replace related worn components
  • Seat the bearing squarely—do not force; apply only manufacturer-specified lubricant if called for in service literature

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Worm gear teeth stripped   Joni H. • Westminster , CO • January 10, 2015

Took mixer apart and replaced worm gear and worm gear bracket and bearing. Replaced planetary grease to make sure broken teeth didn't cause further damage. Read more

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Brush Holder Cap (White)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP3184211

This brush holder cap threads into the motor housing to cover and secure the carbon brush in its holder. Replacing a cracked, missing, or stripped cap helps restore reliable brush retention and consistent motor operation.

  • Secures the carbon brush within the motor's brush holder
  • Maintains consistent brush-to-commutator contact for proper running
  • Provides service access for brush inspection/replacement
  • Typical symptoms: missing or damaged cap, intermittent or no start, excessive sparking/arcing, burning odor from the motor area
What's included: 1 white brush holder cap Installation notes:
  • Unplug the appliance before servicing
  • Remove the old cap carefully—brushes are spring-loaded
  • Note brush orientation and condition; reinstall in the same orientation or replace worn brushes
  • Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; snug the cap—do not overtighten

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Motor Field Assembly
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WPW10417246

Motor field assembly, 220v should replace motor armature.

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Would not turn on   James F. • West Palm Beach , FL • January 29, 2020

Replaced all electrical parts. Read more

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Set Screw (Headless, Cup Point, 1/4-28 X 3/8 In)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP3400203

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
What's included: 1 headless, cup-point set screw.
  • 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

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Brush Holder Housing
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP3179908

This brush holder housing secures and insulates the carbon brush inside the motor, helping it maintain steady contact with the commutator for consistent power and speed. Replacing a cracked or heat-damaged holder can reduce arcing and intermittent operation. What it does:

  • Holds the carbon brush in proper alignment and provides electrical insulation
  • Maintains spring pressure so the brush rides the commutator smoothly
  • A worn or damaged holder may cause intermittent start/stop, excessive sparking, or erratic speed
  • Visual clues include cracks, heat distortion, or a brush that sticks/binds in the holder
What's included:
  • 1 brush holder housing
Install notes:
  • Disconnect power and allow the motor to cool before servicing
  • Access the brush assemblies and install the housing in the same orientation as the original
  • Ensure the brush moves freely in the holder and makes firm contact; inspect brushes for wear and replace if needed
  • Many motors use two brush holders—inspect the opposite side and replace as needed for even performance

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Bearing
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP9704324

This bearing supports a rotating shaft within the appliance's drive system, keeping components aligned and allowing smooth, quiet operation. Replacing a worn bearing can reduce grinding noises and restore reliable performance.

  • Supports and centers a rotating shaft to reduce friction
  • Helps maintain proper alignment of gears/shafts for smooth operation
  • Worn bearing symptoms: grinding or squealing, excess play/wobble, rough or stalled rotation
  • Can contribute to heat buildup or metal debris when failing
What's included: 1 bearing Install notes:
  • Disconnect power before servicing
  • Disassemble the housing/gearcase as needed to access the bearing; note part orientation
  • Press the bearing in/out with a proper driver; avoid striking races or deforming the housing
  • Clean out old grease and re-lubricate per the manufacturer's service guidelines; inspect related gears and seals

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Screw (6-32 Thread)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP241877

This 6-32 machine screw fastens brackets, panels, and internal components in your appliance. Replacing a missing or stripped screw restores a secure, rattle-free fit and keeps assemblies properly aligned during normal operation.

  • Secures components to frames, brackets, or covers
  • Helps maintain proper alignment of panels and hardware
  • Replaces missing, damaged, or stripped fasteners
  • Common signs: loose/rattling panels, misaligned parts, or a screw that won't tighten
What's included: One screw Install notes:
  • Disconnect power (and water, if applicable) before servicing
  • Match thread and length to the original fastener; reuse any washers if present
  • Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
  • Use the driver that matches the head style on your original screw
Specs:
  • Thread size: 6-32 (machine screw)

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You My kitchenaid was missing the back cover (received it like that for free!) and the thumb screw was broken   Ashley A. • Anchorage , AK • December 28, 2014

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