Blender Repair- Replacing the Drive Coupling (Whirlpool Part # 9704230)

[@alarana3297]

Great tip. Thanks a lot. I spent several hours trying to get this thing out. It only took me a minute to dislodge after I saw your video! Man I owe you!

[@ellamaria187]

Thank you sir. You just helped me fix a loose coupler. Wasn't sure any body on KZbin would have solved this problem. 😂

[@voytekcyvr1936]

Hey, thanks to your short video I repaired my blender which due to age had coupler rubber completely melted or disintegrated. It is important for me to keep repairing my appliances and not buying new one and throwing this away. Repair cost me around $6 and my time. New one around $200 Oh I almost forgot that I modify some tool to block the motor from spinning and I was able to unscrew the old coupler and not worrying for damage thread.

[@sajenson]

It was a bit hard, I had to pry with the screwdriver a bit forcefully but I was finally able to get it off, just as you demonstrated. Excellent video, thanks so much.

[@StavroMueller]

I have a kitchen-aid 4KSB5WH4. The coupler is wearing down, I'm already missing two prongs that have been shaved off. The coupler part is # 9703274 or #9704230. Removing the old coupler: if possible, try to remove it by sliding a thin wrench under the old coupler to hold the axle and removing by twisting clockwise (reversed thread)

[@agwoanii]

Thank you. This really helped me fix a loose screw in my Progress blender. Actually, without destroying the blade😮

[@localfilmsa234]

Hi Steve, thank you for this beautiful video. Please advise where can I buy spares.

[@abdulrahmanabdullah9120]

Tqvm for the info sir....(Lumut Malaysia)

[@ayubamusa107]

Just bumped into this video while searching for other tips on blender, the thread on the shaft is a left hand thread, what this means is that to loosen the drive you have to go in the direction of tightening it, it will be a bit difficult to loosen because as the blender is running the more the drive is tighten.

[@truptiwankhade912]

Hey!! I loved your vid but can you please tell me what should i do cause my coupler is kinnda stuck and its not comming out this way....that mixer is not working but i just want my coupler to come out..any damage is okay but i just want my coupler toooo commmeeee outtttt!?!?!?!

[@meirameira9474]

Hi Steve, I hope you can help. I have 2 Hamilton Beach Personal Blenders. (model 51109CR) After a few months it started leaking at the bottom of the jar., the motor works perfectly. Take note, the coupling is fixed and not removable. Do you have any suggestions to repair it? And if it is repairable, let me know where I can order the coupling. I really don't want to throw them out when the motor works ...it's a shame to fill landfills. I would really appreciate your response. Thank you.

[@condor5635]

Hi Steve thanks for the video. I didn’t quite understand how lifting up with a screwdriver is going to make the threads unscrew so this video was very confusing to me. I ended up just taking a screwdriver and impacting it with a hammer against the rubber blades. A couple of quick impacts in the clockwise direction loosened mine easily. Takes some really quick impact though. I went ahead and put some anti-seize on the threads as well so next time they’ll come off easier. You’ll damage the rubber blades but it doesn’t matter since you’re replacing it. Just remember it’s clockwise to loosen. No need to get the spanner wrench

[@adeyemibabatunde1814]

You are right Which anti seizing used? How was shaft held down while you are removing the rubbers?

[@condor5635]

@@adeyemibabatunde1814 - any typical anti seize works. Quick impacts work the best. I forget if these are normal threaded or reverse threaded I would assume that it is threaded such that when you have it on it tightens itself

[@64valiantsteed]

I was wondering how to remove the same piece but for the Osterizer Galaxy or Imperial model blender? I have both - I'm trying to clean the Galaxy completely, as it's a good looking blender & was just given to me. I have the motor loose, but don't want to break anything - Your help would be greatly appreciated.

[@lanzrenz]

Thnk you!!! Because of ths video now my blender working properly...

[@skylarbrooks4524]

thank you! I appreciate this info. because my blender was a gift from a dear friend and it's important to keep it. it works amazing when it works.

[@piratepete-thetruthisforevery1]

We have a Kenmore blender and sadly Sears no longer exists. Does PartSelect carry the bushing that the motor shaft goes through? It is a bronze bushing that is self lubricated. The blender can not function because of excessive play in that bushing. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

[@lindaalvarez-ruiz187]

Hey Steve, so happy to see your video. Called your place of business and could not be helped because I didn't have a manufacturer's number. I thought a magic bullet is a magic bullet and the part I need is the part you are installing. So the video was great, customer service, not so muc.

[@souljaboyteelemify]

how much and where can i buy a new coupler...i have a kitchen aid blender that I LOVE

[@unogazzy84]

I don't own this blender just so we are clear. With that said. Great video but is it possible to lock the motor by using something to stop it from turning and then just twist the coupler off?

[@partselect]

It would be great if there was that option forsure. You would have to disassemble the motor completely ,removing the armature from the field in order to have something to hold onto. Definitely a possibility if that is the route you needed to go to.

[@unogazzy84]

@@partselect I and my brother own the Wilfa BL 1200. My brother told me that his blender was broken so I started to uncrew the screws just to realize that the coupler needed to be removed before the housing could be taken off. I thought that I didn't have anything to loose since it didn't work anymore so I stopped the fan underneeth with a small screwdriver and I used a Knipex Cobra (can't remember the name of the tool) to unscrew the coupler. It worked perfectly and It hardly didn't take any force at all to unscrew the coupler. I later discovered that my brother didn't screw the blender base on correctly and that is why it didn't work. Such a moron. It works now though.

[@64valiantsteed]

I find a service # 869-18R Ultimately I'm trying to remove the motor from the unit - and the coupler seems to be attached and keeps me from removing the motor. Thanks again.

[@AIFOSMUGOTV]

Wow so easy I've subscribed...and thanks for teaching me this important lesson

[@LuisFigueroa-f8i]

I have a smoothie pro 600 I can't figure out to take out the spinning reel

[@peterafong4600]

where can i buy a replacement part coupling for Ninja blender BL770

[@tanafreedom1278]

I have Breville CBL6 /A it is leaking because the drive coupling is loose but i could not take it apart, what should i do?

[@faz7862]

Hi i have a moulinex blender but in order to fit the drive coupling i need to remove a nut/bolt but i cant seem to be able to remove it. Any tips?

[@juliasmith8752]

Mine like that broke off the black part brake of leaving the shine piece on the thread .Dont know if am saying that correct but the blade won't turn .

[@partselect]

Sounds like the metal insert of the coupler has stayed on the shaft instead of coming off with the black part. That metal inset is a soft material and has left hand thread so it threads off in the opposite direction from most threaded items. I would take a thin file or hack saw blade and try and cut a groove on the top of that piece. Go slow so you do not cut into the thread motor shaft. Do not want to damage the treads. Once the groove is cut take a thin blade screw driver and work it into the thin slot you just created and try twisting the screw driver to split that metal sleeve. If that is not something your ok with or not have the tools then best take to your local service center and they can get that off for you. Good Luck!

[@kpoJero28]

Sorry, I mean do i need different sizes of couplings, for different blenders.

[@mariabono]

Thank you sooo much!, that was very helpful, I read the instructions and was doing it wrong. It totally worked!

[@fredcdobbs823]

Why pry it off the threads? Shouldn't you screw it off?

[@Gebeleizis.]

My blender is of another brand, but seeing how they are generally made, helped me to disassemble mine. I was stuck at this exact part, dammit. Many thanks!

[@towaho]

Surely it's meant to unscrew not forced off??

[@KevinArmstrong4154]

Why dig it off? The coupling is a left hand thread, I'd never just dig it off, which risks damaging the motor threads, but shock the coupling by use of a screwdriver and light hammer clockwise. Mine popped off in an instant and threads were spotless

[@partselect]

Thank you for your excellent comment. The method you describe will work most of the time, although you can risk damaging the surface of the blender with the screwdriver if your aim is off. We showed this alternate method in case the rubber is missing from your coupler. The aluminum hub of the coupling is softer than the steel shaft of the drive motor, so damage to the threads is unlikely.

[@KevinArmstrong4154]

I owe you an apology, as an ex - fitter this method seemed harsh, but when the new coupling arrived for mine form the makers, it shows the exact same method as you!. Using the 'inertia' method is standard for an engineer, but I guess yours is better for the average Joe.

[@64valiantsteed]

I got it - It screws in and I held the nut on the underside with a socket and put a socket on the coupler stem - came right off.

[@tblbaby]

I have 2 of the same make black decker 27FM. One died and the other's fins on the drive coupling got chewed off. I took them apart, had to modify a screw driver to take off one obnoxious bolt, but the drive coupling doesn't seem to want to come off. Seems like it will break first. Any help on that?

[@partselect]

Unfortunately we have no information on this model.

[@KevinArmstrong4154]

tblbaby check it isn't a left hand thread?

[@annikadoornenbal7107]

Thank you so much, this helped me fix my blender just now! Very grateful for your excellent explaination!

[@partselect]

Glad it helped!

[@debbieconley716]

I have an Oster Imperial Kitchen Center 966 05 b. The drive coupling has cracked. It is white and may have been ceramic? I believe I have found the same part available online. How difficult will it be to replace it?

[@partselect]

Did a quick search and it looks like the replacement isn't too difficult. This video is a good guide to use as the process looks similar. Hope that helps!

[@debbieconley716]

Thanks, I will try it.

[@partselect]

Let us know if you have any other questions or need any additional help!

[@Memo-windowsBlogspot]

thanks why my screw and nut from the right not left and when i plug on the whirlpool is destroyed . my question is can i replace this nut and screw with left one

[@partselect]

What is the brand name and model of your unit. Most parts are specific to a model number and cannot be interchanged.

[@CMBB2652]

Ah,$4.50 beats $75. for repair plus shipping and handling any day. It took me 7 minutes to install the part. I watched the video twice. Thank you to the KA CSR for pointing me in the right direction.

[@SEBTvSocialEnterprise]

Some rubber burnt & my food processor when i was using the blender stop working after a spark. It is posible to get spare from u or hardware store? How to fix?

[@partselect]

Hi there, thanks for the question! Parts are available from us and it sounds like you have an electrical problem. However, we would need more information to help you any further with your repair. Good luck!

[@47LN81]

I measured the shaft its 7mm,I ground down a wrench to fit and turned it clockwise to take off...easy breezy

[@demontagemontage]

اشكرك

[@kpoJero28]

Is there different measures

[@shellycassady5275]

Thank you for this video! I have a Waring blender but your instructions worked perfectly!

[@fawadmehmood1277]

Very helpful video.

[@muhammadawais2294]

ok

[@muhammadawais2294]

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[@МаксимКолодяжный-ш6ж]

Why not fix it position, wrap blades with rag and rotate it clockwise? 🙃

[@partselect]

Thanks for leaving the tip!

[@aaronhali5524]

Wow, I really the guy in this video! I'm curious to know whether this part fits a Kitchenaid model #KSB5ER4? Thank you so much for your time!

[@partselect]

The part and the repair procedure are the same for your model as that shown in the repair video.

[@aaronhali5524]

Right on, thank you so much! I realize now that I was sent the wrong coupler for my model blender. The threaded hole is too small to fit on the shaft of my blender, unfortunately & ive been unable to locate a compatible replacement. But I learned the proper procedure for removal from your video & for that, I'm VERY grateful! You're the best!!

[@firdausravindar977]

Thank you for this informative video. It helped me alot.

[@yariperez5873]

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[@WestEast3259585]

rip threads, would not do it on my blender it was much easier to undo 4 screws at the bottom of my blender, hold the motor rotor by hand and unscrew the drive coupling in clockwise direction arguably more labor, but i wouldn't risk messing up the thread

[@TheRutacka]

I actually fixed the blender myself, thank you!!

[@nkp8541]

Interestingly you removed the old coupler by turning it counterclockwise and then turned the new coupler in counterclockwise as well. This is wrong, you remove the old one by turning the coupler clockwise and put the new one on by turning it counterclockwise. The screwdriver method didn't work for me so I had to give it a couple good wacks with a punch & hammer before it let loose. I will be applying some anti-seize (as someone else mentioned) so it will come off easier next time.

[@bewmdogg]

sadly, the model of my blender renders this impossible to do

[@azaanthecomposer]

I have a nice Oster and the fuse keeps blowing ...I read somewhere that It's not worth repairing possibly a bad motor

[@davidg8032]

Why didn't you just use or at least address the specialty coupler wrench that is available.

[@Imnotoldenough]

This didn’t work at all for me. I just need to remove my motor/stater. Seems like it this plastic drive gear is on for good unless i break it.

[@farahqayyum1150]

From where to get a new one? :-(

[@partselect]

Hi Farah. You can get the new coupler right here: www.partselect.com/PS11746921-Whirlpool-WP9704230-Drive-Coupling.htm?SourceCode=15 Good luck with your repair!

[@zubedaomari3298]

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[@ferlyngarcia7827]

Gracias

[@12345650536]

Thank you

[@partselect]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@HavenForPaws]

Thanks for the vedio.

[@AYA-iu5xr]

شكرا

[@brianblanco7243]

Thanks

[@mdkhan8r]

Tnq sir❤

[@rafaelgregory382]

Thank you sir

[@renieboytvchannel7751]

Thanks for sharing video

[@kahapeeetvlog3621]

What the f... My blender was broken for following what you doin... Have thread on tip..

[@1justice2012]

Thank you!!!, looks so easy I will try!!!

[@piknik705]

Thanks a lot!!

[@poulraj7918]

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[@ياسرعامر-ض6ك]

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[@rennymandasari9240]

Terima kasih . . .

[@glocklock2828]

there r threads on shaft and u r just pulling it straight upwards lol😂😂😂

[@ktaragorn]

Exactly :D "Lets take a rag and clean the threads... cuz you know..."

[@abdulsamad_94]

Very helpful thanks

[@rafaelavalos4739]

nice

[@ShaxnozaJumayeva-my3rv]

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[@himmatwardak5479]

Nice

[@zubedaomari3298]

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[@nelsonmiranda1186]

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[@Bliss5150]

Do not buy Walmart brand blenders... Mine is in several parts of my yard for it did not comply with this video

[@vinistanvinistan7276]

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[@Bliss5150]

This did not work at all!

[@glocklock2828]

hahahaha what the fuck

[@rhearoyality]

me vs blender day 2

[@Sunshine-fb2vd]

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[@mariaalejandracrespo5819]

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[@ajvc8401]

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[@-jolminasansgluten7579]

Thanks for the video

[@partselect]

You're welcome!

[@Yomie-y8r]

Thanks