Ksm120pse Parts

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

• 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

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

• 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

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

• 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

Color: White

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

• 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

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

• 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

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

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

• 1 brush holder housing

• 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

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

• 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

• Thread size: 6-32 (machine screw)

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

• 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

This factory fastener secures appliance panels, brackets, and components. Replacing a missing or worn screw restores a tight, rattle-free fit and helps keep parts aligned as designed for reliable operation. What it does:

• Fastens specified components to maintain alignment and structural integrity
• Helps reduce vibration, noise, and loosening from normal use
• Replace if stripped, corroded, or missing
• Common symptoms include loose or rattling parts and hardware that won't tighten

• One screw

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Match location and orientation; replace one-for-one with the original
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver bit and do not overtighten
• Inspect related clips/inserts; replace if damaged to ensure proper retention

This factory fastener secures appliance components and panels in their intended positions. Replacing a missing, stripped, or corroded screw restores a tight fit, helping maintain alignment and reduce looseness and vibration-related noise.

• Fastens brackets, covers, and internal parts to the cabinet or frame
• Replace if the head is rounded, threads are worn, corroded, or the screw is missing
• Helps address rattling, buzzing, or wobbling caused by loose hardware
• Supports proper alignment of panels and assemblies

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water before servicing
• Use the correct driver size/type to prevent stripping the head
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; do not overtighten (especially into plastic)
• Replace one-for-one in the original location and orientation

This pivot screw secures a hinge, lever, or linkage to its bracket to create a stable pivot point. Replacing a missing or stripped screw restores proper alignment and smooth movement of the assembly.

• Fastens a pivoting component to its mounting point
• Maintains alignment and smooth, controlled motion at the pivot
• Helps prevent looseness, wobble, or sag at the joint
• Common symptoms include a missing/loose screw, binding movement, rattling, or uneven gaps

• Disconnect power; shut off gas/water if applicable before servicing
• Support the hinged or moving component to remove load from the pivot
• Remove the damaged screw and start the new screw by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly without over-torquing; replace companion bushings or washers if worn

This helical spring lock washer secures machine screws and bolts in your appliance, maintaining clamping force under vibration and thermal cycling. Use it to keep fasteners tight and assemblies stable for reliable operation.

• Provides spring tension to resist loosening from vibration and movement
• Helps maintain secure mounting and alignment of brackets, motors, and panels
• Common symptoms of a missing or fatigued washer: screws backing out, rattling/vibration noises, or a loose fit after tightening

• Unplug the appliance; shut off water supply if applicable
• Install between the fastener head (or nut) and the mating surface
• Use a matching screw size; replace any stripped or corroded hardware
• Tighten snugly without over-tightening

This factory fastener secures components and panels so your appliance stays assembled and operates safely. Use it to replace a missing or damaged screw to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and help prevent loosening during normal use.

• Holds brackets, panels, or trim securely in place
• Helps resolve issues like loose panels, vibration/rattling, or misaligned parts caused by missing/stripped hardware
• Direct-fit replacement for the original fastener used in applicable assemblies
• Restores proper fastening without modifications

• Unplug the appliance and shut off gas or water supplies as applicable before servicing
• Keep track of original screw locations and lengths; replace like-for-like
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading, then tighten snugly without over-torquing
• If the original hole is stripped, address the hole or use the specified repair method before installation

This flat washer provides a durable spacer and load-distribution surface for fasteners in laundry appliances, helping secure components and reduce wear. It's a simple replacement that restores proper fastening and alignment where a worn washer is causing issues. What it does:

• Distributes nut/bolt pressure to protect mounting surfaces and prevent loosening
• Maintains correct spacing and alignment of panels, brackets, or moving parts
• Helps reduce vibration-related noise and abrasion at fastener points
• Common symptom: loose or rattling panels or hardware where a washer has deteriorated

• One flat washer

• Turn off power and unplug the appliance before accessing panels or hardware
• Remove the fastener, replace the old washer with the new one, and re-torque to the OEM-recommended specification
• Inspect surrounding hardware and replace any damaged screws or nuts for a secure repair