Kitchenaid Model K5ss Instructions

Improperly Connected Hall SensorBefore buying any new parts, make sure that the connection between the control board and the hall sensor is nice and snug. The hall sensor, a grey wire with a three pronged end, is connected between the speed lever and control board.

1. Kitchenaid Model K5ss Instructions Manual
2. Kitchenaid Model K5ss Instructions 2017

Kitchenaid Model K5ss Instructions Manual

Kitchenaid Model K5ss Instructions 2017

This connection could become loose due to the vibrations of the mixer. Also, the mixer will not work if the connection is not oriented properly. Using trial and error, change the orientation of the three pronged connection to see if the mixer will begin to work. The most common sign of a failing hall sensor is if your mixer increases to top speed and then shuts down.

But note that many (all?) K45SS series mixers use a fly ball governor and don't have a hall effect sensor. See for more service info.