Commercial 8 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer - Switch Guard Replacement

Introduzione

The switch guard is there to prevent accidental activation of the mixer, something which is critical in a commercial environment. The switch guard can be damaged due to a strong impact to the side of the mixer. This guide will provide a detailed step-by-step instructions on how to replace the switch guard for the KitchenAid Commercial 8qt Mixer.

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Passo 1 WARNINGS!

Before starting ANY repair/disassembly of the mixer, make sure it is fully unplugged from the electrical outlet.
If this mixer is being used in a commercial environment, a LOTO tag can be affixed via the hole on one of the prongs on the mains plug to prevent accidental activation.

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Passo 2 Remove the trim band

Commercial 8 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer - Switch Guard Replacement, Remove the trim band: passo 2, immagine 1 di 1

Using a #2 Philips Screwdriver, remove the screw which holds on the trim band.
Remove the trim band.

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Passo 3 Remove the motor housing

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Commercial 8 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer - Switch Guard Replacement, Remove the motor housing: passo 3, immagine 3 di 3

Remove the four screws (circled in yellow, two on each side) using a #2 Philips Screwdriver
Remove the motor housing by lifting it straight up.

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Passo 4 Remove the old switch guard

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Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the single screw attaching the switch guard to the mixer body.
The second image shows the rough location of the screw, while the third image shows an unobstructed view of said screw.

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