{"product_id":"kitchenaid-stand-mixer-snap-retaining-ring-wp9703438","title":"KitchenAid Stand Mixer Snap Retaining Ring - WP9703438","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKitchenAid Stand Mixer Snap Retaining Ring - WP9703438\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure the stand mixer shaft or gear assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e with this genuine OEM KitchenAid Stand Mixer Snap Retaining Ring - WP9703438. This small fastener helps keep internal parts seated and should be replaced if the original ring is bent, lost, or no longer holds securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWP9703438 is a KitchenAid snap retaining ring used as a fastener in select mixer assemblies. A retaining ring holds components on a shaft or in position so the mixer gear train can remain properly assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits select KitchenAid mixer applications that call for WP9703438. Verify the diagram position and model number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part commonly replaces previous part numbers including 9703438.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease confirm fitment with your appliance model number before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it time to replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal mixer part will not stay seated, retaining ring is missing, or the mixer is being reassembled after gear service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible\/Sensory Cues:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bent ring, distorted snap-ring shape, poor tension, or a ring that pops out of its groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use proper retaining-ring or snap-ring pliers when possible. Reusing a stretched retaining ring can lead to repeat disassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eWP9703438\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eKitchenaid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eSnap Retaining Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"WHIRLPOOL CORP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45593464570035,"sku":"WP9703438","price":1.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/7322\/0019\/files\/media_f225af2c-6cae-4903-8b37-028e04f2c50d.jpg?v=1782289681","url":"https:\/\/www.homeownersapplianceparts.com\/products\/kitchenaid-stand-mixer-snap-retaining-ring-wp9703438","provider":"Homeowners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}