“My mixer has a small oil leak where beaters go up into housing. Not all the time. It is about 10-15 years old, not used very much. Any suggestions would be helpful.”
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Some KitchenAid Stand Mixers that have not been used very often, transported on their side or tipped, may experience slight oil leakage from the shaft or hub attachment. It is not uncommon for a tiny pool of oil to develop if a unit has sat upright without use for several months. If there is an occasional drop of oil there is no need for concern. Generally the mixer may lose approximately ¼ cup of oil before repair diagnosis is necessary. The oil used is not harmful to food, should any get into the recipe that you are preparing. However, if a mixer has leaked a significant amount of oil or is leaking on a regular basis, it will need professional attention, and we would be happy to be of further assistance. We suggest running the mixer for 2 minutes on speed 10 occasionally or before using the mixer after an extended period of inactivity, just to keep the grease lubricating and not allowing it to separate, which is what you are seeing. If you feel your stand mixer has leaked more than ¼ cup of oil, you may find repair for your appliance locally by contacting an authorized repair center in your area.
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