For those of you that tried to adjust the height and it did nothing, there is another screw attached to the piece where the bowl kind of “pops” into place that might need to be tightened. Once I did that I was able to adjust the height properly
@@MrJcporter1 If you go to 1:01, in the middle of the arms of the stand mixer you will see a piece of silver metal with a hole in it. The screw I referenced is keeping that piece connected to the mixer
Thank you so much! I had an issue where the bowl was too high and we tried this as the video and didn't work for ours and then we tried what you said and then we were able to adjust using the video's guidance.
OMG I've had my 7 quart KA mixer for 5 years and thought that maybe it was only for large batches of things. I was considering selling it and buying a different one. Glad I found this video. Thank you for posting!
My older model has 2 screws...And you do the same thing , turn both screws. I've had mine for 34 years and it always mixed too high. Drove me crazy. Dug it out to sell it and saw this video... Good Lord!!! Thank you so much for this video!!
I did the screw adjustment to lift the bowl up more - the blade on my paddle still barely even mixes the stuff in the bottom of the bowl 🫤😡 Any other suggestions?
I adjusted the screw on the new one we bought a week ago. Neither direction made any difference. Returned it next day. So, my son took our old one, tore it apart, replaced brushes, gaskets and speed control for about $60 of parts (he also bought their repair manual!). Works! Date stamp on the bottom and inside is for 1983.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I bought a brand new Professional 5 mixer about a year ago and have been suffering with the dough hook too high up ever since. I dont know why, but today I randomly decided to look up how to fix it, and this video was spot on on how to adjust the bowl height.
So you used to Dime test for the dough hook hook? I believe I may have misunderstood Glenn I thought Glenda said that the dime test is only for the flat mixer attachment and not the tow hook you adjusted to do hook with the dime test how was it supposed to move the dime
@@mjmjersey I suppose it will require some experimentation. I have been havin issues using the hook for bread dough and i am going to try this tomorrow. I plan to lower the hook until there are only a couple of millimeters between its lowest point and the bowl. Hopefully my dough will mix better now!
I do what you said to do, but after a week, it goes back to the way it was: too high, so flour and sugar, etc. are still on the bottom unincorporated into the mixture. I spent over $600 on this Kitchen Aid 7-quart mixture, but it always reverts back to not mixing properly. I even call Kitchen Aid's customer service, and they said to do exactly what you do...but after 1 week I have to do this again - and then again? Crazy. While I love Kitchen Aid products, I got a loser mixer with this purchase. I did subscribe, because I liked your video: very professional and very concise. Thank you!
Hi Pamela, sorry to hear that! Many of out customers have had good luck with the Flex Edge beater for their mixers - it has a silicone edge that scrapes the sides of the bowl to more evenly mix ingredients. Maybe this can help you out - learn more here: evkitch.com/FlexEdge
You're not doing like me and loosening the screw that locks the bowl. When I looked a little higher I saw and adjusted the right screw. 1/4 turn to the left did the trick. Don't forget to retighten the bowl stabilizer screw if you did what I did to begin with😀
This solved my problem thank you! I also had to squish my wire whisk attachment to be longer since it may have gotten squished and was no longer touching the bottom even with the adjustments to the screw in the back. Works like a charm now!
THANK YOU!! I have hated my 7Qt bowl lift since the day I bought it because it wasn't mixing well. I kept going back to my little Artisan. It was too high and I was able to fix it. I can't wait to make something!
Oh my God I had the same problem I was highly disappointed by 7Qt bowl lift since I bought it I just returned it yesterday, After watching your excellent video, I will go and buy it. Thanks
I just fixed my wife's mixers height in a few minutes after watching your video. The company said she could send it to them and they would adjust it for $100. Thanks for saving me the 100. If you were close by I would share a homemade donut that she is in the process of making😉
This super helped what an easy fix! When I first got it I tightened it cause I had never used a lift mixer only a tilt and didn’t understand how to “lock” the bowl. I thought tightening all the screw would help turns out I just wasn’t pushing hard enough. Then I noticed my dough hook wasn’t getting low enough. This definitely worked!!
Got a new mixer and was so unhappy with it being sideways. Who knew i needed to snap it in place? Also glad to know how to adjust it if it’s still off. My previous mixer locked to the turning plate
Just purchased a Pro 600 and even adjusting the screw all the way up to raise the bowl, the beater won’t touch the dime at all. I’ve watched a video of a guy fixing it, filing a couple metal pieces inside the machine in correspondence to that adjustment screw...I can’t believe KitchenAid has built a product with such a terrible design flaw!
Silly me, I was having trouble attaching the bowl but I’ve finally did it. Then I’ve followed your instructions and the bowl height is perfect. Thank you 👏👍
Just did this to our HD Pro. We've had it for years and always thought since we're no Pros, we must not know how to use it. Can't wait to try it now after the adjustment. How does something like this come from the factory out of spec. Sad.
How do you adjust the bread hook so it mixes the flour on the bottom of the bowl, adjusting the screw works for the paddle, adjusting it did not work to lower the bread hook.
Excellent tip! I have a problem with my bowl being loose so I have to hold it. I thought maybe it was the pins in the arms that had worn but now I'm wondering if it's actually the bowl; that the holes have worn (2002 Kitchen Aid Classic)
Cathy H, sorry to hear this. You may want to contact KitchenAid directly to get help with your exact model: 1 (800) 541-6390 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST
Thanks a lot for your excellent video, just returned my 7Qt mixer bowl, now I am going to get it today. One more question is it a normal the sound is too loud. Thanks. Waiting for your reply, before buying it again
Hi Naheed, the motor sound is louder compared to smaller mixers (like the Artisan) - this is because motor is larger and has a higher wattage (almost double or more on some models!). I hope this helps!
Here is our video on the tilt-head 5qt mixers here: th-cam.com/video/DCXJnA-1EM8/w-d-xo.html If that doesn't help, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
This completely fails to address the problem where the bowl is raised as high as it can go and the whisk/dough-hook/mixing-blade still doesn't touch the dime.
I have the same problem. Screw is fully clockwise, still have an eighth inch gap between the paddle and dime. I've been incredibly dissatisfied with this mixer, had to open the top three times and tighten the screws attaching the head to the stand, and have only had it two years.
question: is that the max turn for the adjustment? just a quarter turn? bec mine is like that too but i saw in another video that you can turn it all the way like half a turn
Sandra, I think it will depend on your model mixer - Kitchenaid has many bowl-lift models and have been making them for years - there could be differences with older models compared to newer ones. If you need help with your specific model, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
@@game_master834 if you are having issues making smaller batches, that is common on bowl-lift style mixers (they were made for large batches.) Kitchenaid does make a 3qt bowl and combi-whip to accommodate smaller batches for the bowl-lift mixer - you can see it here: bit.ly/2Ob7LWL
It didn't matter how loose or tight I made the screw it was either still hitting the bottom or the arm wouldn't go up all the way and wouldn't lock, no in between! Then I turned to much and the bolt fell out the bottom, I'm going to have to wait for my husband to come home and fix it!
Half an inch?! How did you turm the screw enough to fix that? My screw was around 2:30 and would turn to about 1 o'clock. That made no noticable difference, so I applied more pressure and got it turned to almost 12:00, which helped a bit. Looks like that's all it's going to move and I'm afraid to force it. So, how much did your screw turn? BTW, it should be a US dime, not a thinner Canadian dime.
Hello, I have a K5-A Kitchen Aid Stand -Up Mixer. 1940-62 I have tried adjusting the bolt underneath it to adjust the beater to bowl. My beater is not reaching the bottom to mix the ingredients. I have tried the dime test and it is above the dime and does not make any contact with it. I would love to be able to get my mixer up and running before Thanksgiving or even my oldest daughter’s birthday on the 16th. Please help.
Danny Wheeler, sorry to hear this. You may want to contact KitchenAid directly to get help with your exact model: 1 (800) 541-6390 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST
Hey Emily, the mixer head on a bowl-lift style mixer should not be bouncing up and down at all. If you have the tilt-head mixer, check out our video here: th-cam.com/video/DCXJnA-1EM8/w-d-xo.html If you do infact have a bowl-lift model, please contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
My KitchenAid dough hook has just started hitting the side/bottom when dough is almost mixed. It doesn't do it when the bowl is empty. Any ideas why it is doing this? Thanks!
So glad I saw this video. You gave very good instructions and I especially liked the dime test. My mixer wasn’t mixing everything properly because, as it turns out, it was to high. So I always avoided it and used my hand mixer. Now I’m looking forward to adjusting it so I can use it.
KitchenAid sent me this video because my dough hook does not reach and gather from the sides of the bowl. The back of my mixer does not look like this. There are two screws that hold a metal flap in place but not this screw that you show here. Do you have a solution for me?
This is true, as long as the paddle is out of the way. If it's in the way, just turn on the power momentarily so it moves off to the side. It helps to have a very long screwdriver.
hello ,,I purchased a used Hobart /KitchenAid Mixer ,,however my mixer has "as it seems" an extra thick spacer ( 1-1/2 inch thick ) sandwiched between the base and the bottom of the vertical lift mechanism arm - ( I have seen others like this in the past )- it 's almost as if someone wanted to make allowance to be able to fit a deeper bowl - might you know why this has been added can i remove it ? thanks
My KA Artisan stand mixer's tilt-head BEATER does not position itself in the center when it is lifted up after mixing the contents. So, some amount of cookie-dough or buttercream attached to the beater always ends up falling on the counter whenever the beater/head is lifted/tilted off. Is there any adjustment for fixing the beater position so it remains in the center while in the bowl, AND when the head is tilted?
We have the 6 qt bowl which now passes the dime test using the paddle thanks to your sage advice. Should the dough hook also move the dime? I measured the dough hook and it is 1/2" shorter than the paddle. It does not come close to the bottom of the bowl and has a terrible time with brioche. Its as if the wrong dough hook is included with the bowl. Should the dough hook be that much shorter? Thanks in advance for your reply.
Hey Terryk,, the dime test is just for the beater blade - I measured our tools and the dough hood for this model is about 1/2" shorter than the beater paddle. I hope you're able to figure out your brioche!
@@R00ster108 If you're ever in the market for a new home mixer, check out Ankarsrum for bread making. It has a dough roller and a large dough hook for making breads and doughs that many people swear by! Here is our comparison to the KitchenAid: th-cam.com/video/AMBXj3_sdCE/w-d-xo.html
My Paddle is 2 inches from the bottom of the bowl. And I have adjusted the Screw all the way up inside. Paddle still doesn't touch the bottom. Not even Close. I am so tired of it not working right. What good is it? $429 for something that doesn't work.
Marilyn - have you used the lever on the side of the bowl to lift the bowl up to the paddle is closer to the bowl? If this does not solve the issues, your mixer may have came with the incorrect paddle. If this is the case, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Just bought a brand new one from qvc. Frosting would not mix properly. Did not pass dime test. We need to turn screw to the right, it will not budge. Will turn a little to left, but not right at all.Tried putting wd 40 on it over night still won't budge. So disappointed 😞
I don't know if you're still answering questions on this video but I just got a kitchenaid pro 600 and the beater seems to be too low no matter how I adjust the screw. The dime will move but the beater seems to be scraping the bottom of the bowl and the bowl is pushed down with every revolution. I don't know if this is because the bowl is empty and maybe a full bowl wouldn't move, but it just seems to be putting undue stress on the bowl-holding arms. Any tips you have would be greatly appreciated.
I have the same issue. The bowl seems to be just a smidge too far up and the beater scrapes the bottom. The screw is as far over as it possibly can be. I just called KA customer service and was on hold for 1 hour5 minutes before giving up.
@@hjp31599 did you watch Thuy do Michigans video? I pasted it here, hopefully you can see it, you will have to translate the comments to english, but she has english writing throughout the video, to follow along th-cam.com/video/ShgUr_rn4sQ/w-d-xo.html
Mine is Pro 5 Plus 5qt (KV25G0XER), bro’s is 5qt Artisan (KSM150PSER), which I bought both @ Everything Kitchen in 12/2016. So, to raise my bowl so that da paddle will sweep da bottom of da bowl, I must turn da adjustment screw clockwise. To lower my bowl so that da paddle will sit higher, I must turn da adjustment screw counterclockwise. Right?
Luv-chanel that is correct for the pro-600 mixer :) If you're still having issues, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390 - I hope this helps!
Hi Nancy! Is this a new issue where it just recently started happening? The HD is a bit louder compared to the smaller Artisan mixers because the HD motor is higher wattage and more is powerful. If you think something is wrong with your KitchenAid, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
My adjustment screw would not move in either direction and in the process of trying with all my might, I destroyed the screw. Is it a lost cause, or is there another way to fix this?
I bought the ice cream maker attachment should that be touching the bottom of the bowl or should that be up a little bit like this with the dime test tell the word should I use the dime test on the Dasher paddle that comes with the ice cream maker
Hey Michael, the dime test only applies to the original flat beater that comes with your mixer. The ice cream attachment paddle is supposed to snuggly fit in the ice cream bowl.
@@EverythingKitchens thank you please keep your videos and ideas coming. I just purchased a KitchenAid Professional 600 and I want to learn what to make with it and how to use it properly
@@mjmjersey We hope you love your mixer! Check out our other KitchenAid mixer videos - you can also check out all the other attachments for your mixer at Everythingkitchens.com - we also have live chat with our customer service if you ever have questions!
If I’m not mistaken there is a pin/screw located halfway up the main shaft/body of the mixer. Most likely it has become loose and will cause the unit to shake. Tighten this and you shouldn’t have any issues
Hello and thank you so much for this. I think i have same model as you. I have it for about 20 years and about 2 or 3 times i had a problem with it. I don't know what is that part name but it is the spinning round part that is attached to the main "head", it just fell while mixing. I had to pay about 150$ for repairing it. Why it happens? Can i fix it by myself? Thanks!!!
Thank you for this video. I just purchased the KitchenAid pro 600 and no matter how I adjust that screw it never touches the dime. Is there a defect in my machine?
@@EverythingKitchens I called that number, was asked for my phone number three times, informed they couldn't find it (3 days after purchase) then told wait time was 90 (NINETY) minutes. Returned item to Costco and am repairing my 40 yo model K5!
How much can you turn the screw? I have about a 3/4" between my beater and bowl? I can place my finger underneath and still not feel one or the other. 😞
Hi! Mine is older version. I can’t find that screw at the neck, however, there is a small screw at the top of the neck touching the metal tongue when sliding up the bowl. I tried turning it but it is very hard, wouldn’t budge. Is that the correct screw though? Thanks
I did everything just like you said but it did not help. The dime never move a bit. I turnedthe crew all the way to left nd right and there was no change.
I have brought a progress EK3593P but the beaters don't reach the bottom of the bowl but the dough hooks do can i use this method to adjust the mixer to get the beaters to reach the bottom of the bowl?
Hi greg, give this method a shot to lower the beater closer to the bottom. If you're still having problems, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
@@EverythingKitchens ok i have had a look at my stand mixer and it didn't have a screw to lower the beaters sorry for contacting you but i liked the video
What can you do when the bowl won't adjust high enough? It's maxed out on the adjustment screw, but still needs to be higher. I have to actually lift the bowl when making whipped cream. If not, the milk just sits on the bottom of the bowl.
Hi clayisland, I haven't had that happen to me before - I would call KitchenAid directly and they would be able to troubleshoot with you: 1 (800) 541-6390
Same thing happened to me just now, the screw fell out,came to look for answers lol, it didn't matter how loose or tight I made the screw it was either still hitting the bottom or the arm wouldn't lock, no in between!
For those of you that tried to adjust the height and it did nothing, there is another screw attached to the piece where the bowl kind of “pops” into place that might need to be tightened. Once I did that I was able to adjust the height properly
Hi Lauren, where is the 2nd screw located? Thank you.
@@MrJcporter1 If you go to 1:01, in the middle of the arms of the stand mixer you will see a piece of silver metal with a hole in it. The screw I referenced is keeping that piece connected to the mixer
Thank you so much! I had an issue where the bowl was too high and we tried this as the video and didn't work for ours and then we tried what you said and then we were able to adjust using the video's guidance.
Thank you so much!
OMG I've had my 7 quart KA mixer for 5 years and thought that maybe it was only for large batches of things. I was considering selling it and buying a different one. Glad I found this video. Thank you for posting!
My older model has 2 screws...And you do the same thing , turn both screws. I've had mine for 34 years and it always mixed too high. Drove me crazy. Dug it out to sell it and saw this video... Good Lord!!! Thank you so much for this video!!
I can't budge the 2 screws on my older model. How did you get the screws to turn?
I did the screw adjustment to lift the bowl up more - the blade on my paddle still barely even mixes the stuff in the bottom of the bowl 🫤😡 Any other suggestions?
It may have to be turned the left to raise it up, right to lower.... that is how mine was.
I adjusted the screw on the new one we bought a week ago. Neither direction made any difference. Returned it next day. So, my son took our old one, tore it apart, replaced brushes, gaskets and speed control for about $60 of parts (he also bought their repair manual!). Works! Date stamp on the bottom and inside is for 1983.
Thank you so much!!! I was going to throw my be beautiful mixer away but happened upon your site .. This fix was easy enough for me to do and I am 78.
Please never throw away anything kitchen related donate it...
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I bought a brand new Professional 5 mixer about a year ago and have been suffering with the dough hook too high up ever since. I dont know why, but today I randomly decided to look up how to fix it, and this video was spot on on how to adjust the bowl height.
So you used to Dime test for the dough hook hook? I believe I may have misunderstood Glenn I thought Glenda said that the dime test is only for the flat mixer attachment and not the tow hook you adjusted to do hook with the dime test how was it supposed to move the dime
@@mjmjersey I suppose it will require some experimentation. I have been havin issues using the hook for bread dough and i am going to try this tomorrow. I plan to lower the hook until there are only a couple of millimeters between its lowest point and the bowl. Hopefully my dough will mix better now!
I do what you said to do, but after a week, it goes back to the way it was: too high, so flour and sugar, etc. are still on the bottom unincorporated into the mixture. I spent over $600 on this Kitchen Aid 7-quart mixture, but it always reverts back to not mixing properly. I even call Kitchen Aid's customer service, and they said to do exactly what you do...but after 1 week I have to do this again - and then again? Crazy. While I love Kitchen Aid products, I got a loser mixer with this purchase. I did subscribe, because I liked your video: very professional and very concise. Thank you!
Hi Pamela, sorry to hear that! Many of out customers have had good luck with the Flex Edge beater for their mixers - it has a silicone edge that scrapes the sides of the bowl to more evenly mix ingredients. Maybe this can help you out - learn more here: evkitch.com/FlexEdge
@@EverythingKitchens LOL! I have one of those and I use it all the time!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESPONSE & ADVICE! Keep up the good work!
I still can’t get the dough hook attachment to get down far enough in the bowl
Same with my mixer no technical support any more
Try washers on the bowl attachment.
@@wandat46 do you mean the little posts the bowl hooks onto?
@@iswearnotme Yes. Try different thicknesses of metal or rubber washers.
You're not doing like me and loosening the screw that locks the bowl. When I looked a little higher I saw and adjusted the right screw. 1/4 turn to the left did the trick. Don't forget to retighten the bowl stabilizer screw if you did what I did to begin with😀
This solved my problem thank you! I also had to squish my wire whisk attachment to be longer since it may have gotten squished and was no longer touching the bottom even with the adjustments to the screw in the back. Works like a charm now!
THANK YOU!! I have hated my 7Qt bowl lift since the day I bought it because it wasn't mixing well. I kept going back to my little Artisan. It was too high and I was able to fix it. I can't wait to make something!
So glad we could help! If you ever have any more questions we'd love to help 👨🍳
Same here. Just adjusted. Hopefully it will work better now.
Oh my God I had the same problem I was highly disappointed by 7Qt bowl lift since I bought it I just returned it yesterday, After watching your excellent video, I will go and buy it. Thanks
I just fixed my wife's mixers height in a few minutes after watching your video. The company said she could send it to them and they would adjust it for $100. Thanks for saving me the 100. If you were close by I would share a homemade donut that she is in the process of making😉
Glad we could help! I LOVE homemade doughnuts! Please air-ship them if possible🤤
This super helped what an easy fix! When I first got it I tightened it cause I had never used a lift mixer only a tilt and didn’t understand how to “lock” the bowl. I thought tightening all the screw would help turns out I just wasn’t pushing hard enough. Then I noticed my dough hook wasn’t getting low enough. This definitely worked!!
Got a new mixer and was so unhappy with it being sideways. Who knew i needed to snap it in place? Also glad to know how to adjust it if it’s still off. My previous mixer locked to the turning plate
Hm…I can’t raise the bowl any higher without messing up the screw slot…going right over the dime and I checked both ways just in case. Any ideas?
Just purchased a Pro 600 and even adjusting the screw all the way up to raise the bowl, the beater won’t touch the dime at all. I’ve watched a video of a guy fixing it, filing a couple metal pieces inside the machine in correspondence to that adjustment screw...I can’t believe KitchenAid has built a product with such a terrible design flaw!
Silly me, I was having trouble attaching the bowl but I’ve finally did it. Then I’ve followed your instructions and the bowl height is perfect. Thank you 👏👍
Just did this to our HD Pro. We've had it for years and always thought since we're no Pros, we must not know how to use it. Can't wait to try it now after the adjustment. How does something like this come from the factory out of spec. Sad.
So sad
Thank you, got it done! I really appreciate the time you took to make this video.
Thanks for your video. Exactly what I needed. It was very helpful.
Thank you!! I didn't realize how off my mixer was. This video was really easy to follow and fixed the issue!
Excelente excelente 😊 desde Venezuela
Great video, I have the kitchen aid professional series 6000 snd I noticed that the bowl is not saying up. Once the mixing begins its slides down
Hi Debbie, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
How do you adjust the bread hook so it mixes the flour on the bottom of the bowl, adjusting the screw works for the paddle, adjusting it did not work to lower the bread hook.
Excellent tip! I have a problem with my bowl being loose so I have to hold it. I thought maybe it was the pins in the arms that had worn but now I'm wondering if it's actually the bowl; that the holes have worn (2002 Kitchen Aid Classic)
Good video, right to the point. Thank you.
What if your screw won't budge? Mine needs to be turned to the right but it won't move.
Cathy H, sorry to hear this. You may want to contact KitchenAid directly to get help with your exact model: 1 (800) 541-6390 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST
My problem as well
I have the same problem
that is bowl, and your video is great....sorry for the errors. Thanks. gloria g.
Tried the adjustment as you described, however the screw has a very limited range and I couldn't get it to change the height of the mixer at all.
Same issue!
Hello! You'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Same here, I have to mix by hand with small batch. Unable to use small bowl.
Thank you very much for your support!!
my probelm is that the screw won't move either way Professional Plus 5 with a 6 quart bow............thanks, you vides is great.........
Hello! You'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Thanks a lot for your excellent video, just returned my 7Qt mixer bowl, now I am going to get it today. One more question is it a normal the sound is too loud. Thanks. Waiting for your reply, before buying it again
Hi Naheed, the motor sound is louder compared to smaller mixers (like the Artisan) - this is because motor is larger and has a higher wattage (almost double or more on some models!). I hope this helps!
EXCELLENT TIP !! THANK U !
Any tips on how to adjust a wobbly head on my fixed 5.5 qt stand kitchenaid?
Here is our video on the tilt-head 5qt mixers here: th-cam.com/video/DCXJnA-1EM8/w-d-xo.html
If that doesn't help, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
This completely fails to address the problem where the bowl is raised as high as it can go and the whisk/dough-hook/mixing-blade still doesn't touch the dime.
I have the same problem. Screw is fully clockwise, still have an eighth inch gap between the paddle and dime. I've been incredibly dissatisfied with this mixer, had to open the top three times and tighten the screws attaching the head to the stand, and have only had it two years.
Many thanks, just got a new Pro 600 and it wasn't adjusted correctly. Now it is!
Glad we could help Linda! Happy mixing 👨🍳
Linda you’re one of the lucky ones my screw won’t budge to lower the flat beater
question: is that the max turn for the adjustment? just a quarter turn? bec mine is like that too but i saw in another video that you can turn it all the way like half a turn
Sandra, I think it will depend on your model mixer - Kitchenaid has many bowl-lift models and have been making them for years - there could be differences with older models compared to newer ones. If you need help with your specific model, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
@@EverythingKitchens i tried turning it and put a coin inside but the coin wont move that much, i guess i just have to do bigger portion when baking
@@game_master834 if you are having issues making smaller batches, that is common on bowl-lift style mixers (they were made for large batches.) Kitchenaid does make a 3qt bowl and combi-whip to accommodate smaller batches for the bowl-lift mixer - you can see it here: bit.ly/2Ob7LWL
Mine is not a plus model and there's no screw but I can't find anything to help lower it. Any tips?
What about older models? Mine doesn’t have that screw...
It’s located under the “neck”. Lift the mixer head.
I don’t have a tilted head. I have the same model here but the old heavy duty, like the Hobert
It didn't matter how loose or tight I made the screw it was either still hitting the bottom or the arm wouldn't go up all the way and wouldn't lock, no in between! Then I turned to much and the bolt fell out the bottom, I'm going to have to wait for my husband to come home and fix it!
So sorry to hear that! You'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Thank you for this video.
Thank you. Mine was missing the bottom by about a half inch.
And it works now. No.
Half an inch?! How did you turm the screw enough to fix that? My screw was around 2:30 and would turn to about 1 o'clock. That made no noticable difference, so I applied more pressure and got it turned to almost 12:00, which helped a bit. Looks like that's all it's going to move and I'm afraid to force it. So, how much did your screw turn? BTW, it should be a US dime, not a thinner Canadian dime.
Hello,
I have a K5-A Kitchen Aid Stand -Up Mixer.
1940-62
I have tried adjusting the bolt underneath it to adjust the beater to bowl. My beater is not reaching the bottom to mix the ingredients. I have tried the dime test and it is above the dime and does not make any contact with it. I would love to be able to get my mixer up and running before Thanksgiving or even my oldest daughter’s birthday on the 16th. Please help.
Hey Tracy, for vintage mixers, you may want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Why isn’t it calibrated at the factory?
My 1999 stand mixer has 2 sets of side by side screws. Which ones do I adjust?
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I have maxed out my adjustment and the dim will not move at all
Danny Wheeler, sorry to hear this. You may want to contact KitchenAid directly to get help with your exact model: 1 (800) 541-6390 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST
If that is the case, you should go further to adjust the lock nut inside. I made a clip for that adjustment.
@@Le-Thuy would you mind sharing how to do it?
@@game_master834 Go to my channel, search "adjust beater to bowl". I don't know if I'm allowed to post the link here.
Thank You So Much...
Glad we could help!
Do you have any suggestions for how to adjust the mixer head when it shakes up and down?
Hey Emily, the mixer head on a bowl-lift style mixer should not be bouncing up and down at all. If you have the tilt-head mixer, check out our video here: th-cam.com/video/DCXJnA-1EM8/w-d-xo.html
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@@EverythingKitchens thank you so much for the response, I’ll be reaching out to KA customer service
My KitchenAid dough hook has just started hitting the side/bottom when dough is almost mixed. It doesn't do it when the bowl is empty. Any ideas why it is doing this? Thanks!
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Thanks so much for this great tip!
PD Harper, you're very welcome! Glad we could help 😉
So glad I saw this video. You gave very good instructions and I especially liked the dime test. My mixer wasn’t mixing everything properly because, as it turns out, it was to high. So I always avoided it and used my hand mixer. Now I’m looking forward to adjusting it so I can use it.
Did it work???
Not mine, the beater totally slams the bowl no matter how I turn that screw
I have an old 500 5 quart that has 4 screws on neck, what do I do to raise or lower? I have a picture but can't post it here!
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KitchenAid sent me this video because my dough hook does not reach and gather from the sides of the bowl. The back of my mixer does not look like this. There are two screws that hold a metal flap in place but not this screw that you show here. Do you have a solution for me?
Very useful video!
Correct but, you don’t have to remove the bowl and paddle to adjust the screw. Just lower the bowl and adjust.
This is true, as long as the paddle is out of the way. If it's in the way, just turn on the power momentarily so it moves off to the side. It helps to have a very long screwdriver.
Thankfully I had an American dime. The Australian 5 cent piece is a fair bit thicker than a dime.
hello ,,I purchased a used Hobart /KitchenAid Mixer ,,however my mixer has "as it seems" an extra thick spacer ( 1-1/2 inch thick ) sandwiched between the base and the bottom of the vertical lift mechanism arm - ( I have seen others like this in the past )- it 's almost as if someone wanted to make allowance to be able to fit a deeper bowl - might you know why this has been added can i remove it ? thanks
Do you know where is the adjustment screw for the K5SS? There is no screw at that location and above the bowl area.
Thank you so much! Fixed my problem!
My KA Artisan stand mixer's tilt-head BEATER does not position itself in the center when it is lifted up after mixing the contents. So, some amount of cookie-dough or buttercream attached to the beater always ends up falling on the counter whenever the beater/head is lifted/tilted off. Is there any adjustment for fixing the beater position so it remains in the center while in the bowl, AND when the head is tilted?
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Thank you for this video. What if the screw got tripped :-( is it still repairable?
Can I know how to adjust the whisk height for kitchenaid model KS55?
My mixer does not have a screw in the position shown on the unit used in the video. So is there a solution for the unit we own?
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Thanks, we have finetuned ours with this information 👍🏻🙏
We have the 6 qt bowl which now passes the dime test using the paddle thanks to your sage advice. Should the dough hook also move the dime? I measured the dough hook and it is 1/2" shorter than the paddle. It does not come close to the bottom of the bowl and has a terrible time with brioche. Its as if the wrong dough hook is included with the bowl. Should the dough hook be that much shorter? Thanks in advance for your reply.
Hey Terryk,, the dime test is just for the beater blade - I measured our tools and the dough hood for this model is about 1/2" shorter than the beater paddle. I hope you're able to figure out your brioche!
@@EverythingKitchens Thanks for checking. As a former professional baker I think the dough hook is poorly designed.
@@R00ster108 If you're ever in the market for a new home mixer, check out Ankarsrum for bread making. It has a dough roller and a large dough hook for making breads and doughs that many people swear by! Here is our comparison to the KitchenAid: th-cam.com/video/AMBXj3_sdCE/w-d-xo.html
My Paddle is 2 inches from the bottom of the bowl. And I have adjusted the Screw all the way up inside. Paddle still doesn't touch the bottom. Not even Close. I am so tired of it not working right. What good is it? $429 for something that doesn't work.
Marilyn - have you used the lever on the side of the bowl to lift the bowl up to the paddle is closer to the bowl? If this does not solve the issues, your mixer may have came with the incorrect paddle. If this is the case, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Just bought a brand new one from qvc. Frosting would not mix properly. Did not pass dime test. We need to turn screw to the right, it will not budge. Will turn a little to left, but not right at all.Tried putting wd 40 on it over night still won't budge. So disappointed 😞
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The screw on my Ksm6573cer won't turn so much as a MILLIMETER to the right, much less a quarter turn?
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I have one of these mixers the head is wobbly and the on off switch sometimes doesn't turn on do you know why thank you in advance
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I don't know if you're still answering questions on this video but I just got a kitchenaid pro 600 and the beater seems to be too low no matter how I adjust the screw. The dime will move but the beater seems to be scraping the bottom of the bowl and the bowl is pushed down with every revolution. I don't know if this is because the bowl is empty and maybe a full bowl wouldn't move, but it just seems to be putting undue stress on the bowl-holding arms. Any tips you have would be greatly appreciated.
I have the same issue. The bowl seems to be just a smidge too far up and the beater scrapes the bottom. The screw is as far over as it possibly can be. I just called KA customer service and was on hold for 1 hour5 minutes before giving up.
Is it possible that you don’t have the bowl totally pushed down and locked in the back? Just a thought. Making sure.
@@hjp31599 Did you ever get an answer?
@@KristineT8 no, but I never called back either. I just deal with it as it is. Sorry 🤷🏻♀️
@@hjp31599 did you watch Thuy do Michigans video? I pasted it here, hopefully you can see it, you will have to translate the comments to english, but she has english writing throughout the video, to follow along th-cam.com/video/ShgUr_rn4sQ/w-d-xo.html
Thank you! 🥳
Glad we could help!
Mine is Pro 5 Plus 5qt (KV25G0XER), bro’s is 5qt Artisan (KSM150PSER), which I bought both @ Everything Kitchen in 12/2016.
So, to raise my bowl so that da paddle will sweep da bottom of da bowl, I must turn da adjustment screw clockwise. To lower my bowl so that da paddle will sit higher, I must turn da adjustment screw counterclockwise. Right?
Luv-chanel that is correct for the pro-600 mixer :) If you're still having issues, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390 - I hope this helps!
Very good clear easy to learn
Glad it was helpful!
My PROFESSIONAL HD is so loud, what would you recommend? Thanks. I appreciate it!
Hi Nancy! Is this a new issue where it just recently started happening? The HD is a bit louder compared to the smaller Artisan mixers because the HD motor is higher wattage and more is powerful. If you think something is wrong with your KitchenAid, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Thank you so much - that was really helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
My adjustment screw would not move in either direction and in the process of trying with all my might, I destroyed the screw. Is it a lost cause, or is there another way to fix this?
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My problem as well
I bought the ice cream maker attachment should that be touching the bottom of the bowl or should that be up a little bit like this with the dime test tell the word should I use the dime test on the Dasher paddle that comes with the ice cream maker
Hey Michael, the dime test only applies to the original flat beater that comes with your mixer. The ice cream attachment paddle is supposed to snuggly fit in the ice cream bowl.
@@EverythingKitchens thank you please keep your videos and ideas coming. I just purchased a KitchenAid Professional 600 and I want to learn what to make with it and how to use it properly
@@mjmjersey We hope you love your mixer! Check out our other KitchenAid mixer videos - you can also check out all the other attachments for your mixer at Everythingkitchens.com - we also have live chat with our customer service if you ever have questions!
@@EverythingKitchens thank you
I have a 10 year old 575 watt and the head started wobbling. Any ideas on how to fix?
If I’m not mistaken there is a pin/screw located halfway up the main shaft/body of the mixer. Most likely it has become loose and will cause the unit to shake. Tighten this and you shouldn’t have any issues
Hello and thank you so much for this. I think i have same model as you. I have it for about 20 years and about 2 or 3 times i had a problem with it. I don't know what is that part name but it is the spinning round part that is attached to the main "head", it just fell while mixing. I had to pay about 150$ for repairing it. Why it happens? Can i fix it by myself? Thanks!!!
Hello! Not sure what is causing that. You'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
Thank you for this video. I just purchased the KitchenAid pro 600 and no matter how I adjust that screw it never touches the dime. Is there a defect in my machine?
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Everything Kitchens thank you very much
@@EverythingKitchens I called that number, was asked for my phone number three times, informed they couldn't find it (3 days after purchase) then told wait time was 90 (NINETY) minutes. Returned item to Costco and am repairing my 40 yo model K5!
I have a K5SS model, but when I raise up the bowl, the bowl simply sags back down and won't stay up. Any assistance would be appreciated!
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How much can you turn the screw? I have about a 3/4" between my beater and bowl? I can place my finger underneath and still not feel one or the other. 😞
Mine is a pro 600 with 6qt glass bowl, I don't have enough adjustment in the screw to get it low enough, say suggestions?
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I have a question:
How much the screw rotate?
Because in my professional kitchenaid, the screw only rotare half a turn.
Please help me.
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@@EverythingKitchens thanks but your kitchenaid is same to mine, your kitchenaid is professional too.
Can you help me?
How much Your screw rotate?
Hi! Mine is older version. I can’t find that screw at the neck, however, there is a small screw at the top of the neck touching the metal tongue when sliding up the bowl. I tried turning it but it is very hard, wouldn’t budge. Is that the correct screw though? Thanks
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Do I need to do this for each attachment??
Just for the flat beater 👍
What about the dough hook distance . I believe my mixer came with the wrong dough hook. I have the professional hd
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I did everything just like you said but it did not help. The dime never move a bit. I turnedthe crew all the way to left nd right and there was no change.
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I have brought a progress EK3593P but the beaters don't reach the bottom of the bowl but the dough hooks do can i use this method to adjust the mixer to get the beaters to reach the bottom of the bowl?
Hi greg, give this method a shot to lower the beater closer to the bottom. If you're still having problems, you'll want to contact KitchenAid directly to help with your issue: 1(800) 541-6390
@@EverythingKitchens ok i have had a look at my stand mixer and it didn't have a screw to lower the beaters sorry for contacting you but i liked the video
Hi! My pro 5 bowl lift shakes and screetches when making a single batch of cookie dough. Could it be fixed be a dime test?
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What can you do when the bowl won't adjust high enough? It's maxed out on the adjustment screw, but still needs to be higher. I have to actually lift the bowl when making whipped cream. If not, the milk just sits on the bottom of the bowl.
I have the same problem. Someone else suggested a washer under the bowl pegs. I’m going to try that next.
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Thank you so much! I too was about to sell my decorative but useless mixer.
Glad it was helpful!
I have the same model, in my case rotating speeds are very slow, almost half of what it should be.. any idea how to adjust that ?
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I have a question my stand mixer bowel that came with the appliance won’t sit flush to machine
Any clue how to adjust that so the bowel prongs fit ?
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Hai I am having a KA professional 5 plus and it’s giving a clicking sound . I have no clue how to get it fixed . Please help
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Adjusted the screw and redid done test no changes dime not moving at all?
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Thank you so much!
nice thing even for another but mine not have that on middle and is high what to do
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Thanks for this. I kept turning the screw and it fell out and dropped on the counter. Now trying to figure out how to get it back in?
Hi clayisland, I haven't had that happen to me before - I would call KitchenAid directly and they would be able to troubleshoot with you: 1 (800) 541-6390
@@EverythingKitchens I ended up taking the base apart so I could get my hand in there and screw the bolt back in, PITA.
Glad you got it fixed! I'll remember this if I ever run into that situation.
Same thing happened to me just now, the screw fell out,came to look for answers lol, it didn't matter how loose or tight I made the screw it was either still hitting the bottom or the arm wouldn't lock, no in between!