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How to Oil a KitchenAid Mixer

7 white KitchenAid mixers with heads tilted back lined up in a row

You may not realize it but just about everything that has mechanical parts need some type of lubrication. Even small kitchen appliances like stand mixers need help to work smoothly. This lubrication needs to be done regularly even if you do not use your stand mixer that often.

To lubricate your KitchenAid, stand mixer properly, just continue to read our article. It gives you the information you need to know about, so you know when and how to lubricate that appliance. Take a few minutes and see if this information will keep your KitchenAid stand mixer working at optimum levels.

The Mixer is pre-Greased

Store display of KitchenAid mixers

The company pre-greases its stand mixers prior to selling them. They use a solid food-grade type grease that is safe and non-toxic. However, if the mixer is not used for long periods of time, or is stored on its side, that grease can settle or separate.

When that happens, you will need to take the time to re-grease the appliance. You will know it is taking place as the grease will start appearing in spots it should not be found.

Also, if you use your mixer a lot, that heavy use can deplete the supply of grease, making it dangerous to use the mixer. Not dangerous to you but to the mixer. Doing regular maintenance on your mixer will help it last a long time.

The task may be a bit messy, but it is not hard to do. It will take a little time though so make sure you have blocked enough time out, so you are not rushed.

How to Oil a KitchenAid Stand Mixer

Oil being poured in between 2 gears on a white background

There are a few simple steps to follow to get this job done right. The first step is to buy some food-grade grease that is non-toxic and safe to consume. Once you have that product on hand, you can start the process.

  • Unplug the Mixer– It probably already is unplugged but double-check to make sure.
  • Remove the Rear Cover– There should be a screw holding it in place, possibly 2.
  • Remove the Metal Strip– This should be at the front of the mixer. Both pieces are relatively simple and easy to remove.
  • Now Remove the Ring and Cover– Some people call it a planetary ring but that may not be the correct term.
  • 5 Screws– Once you have done all of that, you should be looking at 5 screws that need to be removed. Take all 5 out.
  • 4 Screws– After removing the 5 screws and the piece they hold, you will find 4 additional screws that need to come out. Take all of them out as well.
  • Power Cord– At this point, it should be easy to remove the power cord and you will want it out of your way. Don’t pull too hard as you do not want to damage the cord in any way.
  • Separate the Pieces– After you get the cord out of the way, you should be able to lift the top piece off the bottom part of the mixer.
  • Remove the Gasket– When the two parts are separated you should see a little gasket lying there. Remove that piece as well.
  • 3 Screws– Once the gasket is removed, you should see 3 more screws that need to be unscrewed and removed.
  • Clean Off the Old Grease– Now you are ready to work on the grease. It is recommended to remove all the old grease before applying any new lubricant. Take your time, use a rag and a putty knife to help you get all the old grease off. Be thorough.
  • Replace the Old Grease– Once you have finished removing the old grease and have dried the gears, put the new grease into place. Some people say put the gasket back on first but you decide if that should be the step to take or not.

Once you are done regreasing your stand mixer, simply reverse your steps and put everything back into place. Once you have fully assembled the stand mixer and have no parts leftover, do a test to let the new grease lubricate the parts.

The key is remembering where all those parts went and in what order.

Some Final Words

2 yellow and one red stand mixer isolated on a white background

As you can see, regreasing your KitchenAid is not a difficult task. But if you are not sure of your lubricating abilities, you can always hire a professional repairman to handle the task.

Not everyone is up to doing this type of work but even if you hire someone, this lubricating task should be done once a year.

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