So from what you've stated about the 4-C, just about any 4-C is likely to be newer than any K4, which is not what I would have expected. I haven't been able to determine when KA switched from the font style on my mixer in the OP to the style found on yours, but I think it was well before 1979. Not so. My mom's early K45SS made by Hobart has the coated type so now I think the clue to when my mixer was made could be in the logo. I downloaded it to my computer. What I find interesting is that the higher end bowl-lift type of KA mixers that can be bought today don't have the coating on the flat beater or the dough hook. I am even blessed with the original glass bowl and companion beater. Products with the letter "J" were made in 1999, "K" were made in 2000, "L" were made in 2001, "M" were made in 2002, and so on. [1] The C-10 machine was also marketed heavily to So far, all I know is that solid state controls were introduced in 1979, which is when "SS" was tagged onto the K45 model designation. And you are really not supposed to use any other device other than the multipurpose whip/beater that it came with. So I did an online search of dishwasher pictures and magazine ads, etc. For 100 years, the KitchenAid stand mixer has made it easy as pie to mix ingredients, doing all the hard work so you can enjoy the fun. The round knobs for the speed and lock levers provide another clue. About the mixer: The motor still runs but makes a 'funny smell', probably due to crud built up on the brush/motor. The tip of the tail fin is visible if you look closely. (SS stands for solid state, which is a motor upgrade they did when that model came out in the late '70's. Today I perfomed a test on my K45 per Hobart's service instructions, which advises to hold the planetary with one hand and move the switch lever with the other. I bought the metal bowl & white plastic pouring shield for the 4C so, except for a different beater, they are outfitted the same. Perhaps if you disregard the 1, then July 3, 1979 could be the date of manufacture. there's a little portion of my 1982 Sunbeam LeChef food processor. Based on this, I'd say my K45 can't be any later than the mid '60s unless they had lots of tilt head bands with the older style logo to be used up. maybe 'garbage' is to strong of a word (and could potentially hurt some feelings). Any tips or guidance is appreciated! If you do regrease, you will need a new gasket ($6) and it is the same as the K5SS. I just like its practicality and looks. I have used mine next to the K45SS for making two pound cakes at a time. I'm not sure if the mixer is an Official KitchenAid product, because the attachments don't just get stuck, unless they're the wrong size - making me think it's a counterfeit product. A range of modern KitchenAid stand mixers. Aside from the filth, it's in pretty good mechanical order. I've only known my to be referred to as a 4C, not a K4C. Chalk it up to too much time on my hands during the current situation, but it occurred to me that in trying to figure out when the KA logo changed to its current iteration, I shouldn't limit myself to researching mixers. You should also consider a later style mixing bowl that has a rolled rim. It was made back when Hobart still owned Kitchenaid and I'd hate to just throw it away. Moreover the grease inside had stiffened up substantially so I am glad I took it apart, cleaned and replaced the grease. David, your mixer appears to be among the last ones made before the the SS designation. As I recall it came apart easily and the inside was surprisingly clean and well greased despite many years of almost daily use. Here it is with the original glass bowl which came with these models. I wonder if when the logo changed and/or when the K45SS debuted, if that is when the shape changed on the knob that secures attachments in the hub as well. Lastly, the "caution" verbiage reeks of advisories and idiot-proofing that began appearing in the late '70s on all sorts of household appliances regardless of manufacturer. I have been trying to figure out the age of this mixer so I can give it to my step daughter with some information. I wonder why. I did however, find volts (115) and watts (250) information on the bowl's interlocking plate on the base. Good luck! Perhaps the part/bowl are not the original? My research indicates that the K4's date back to the 1940's and were originally 3-speed machines. I believe the old ones are great quality and parts are available. Strange how the K4's had that weird way of attaching the bowl to the pedestal. Maybe the UL or CSA ratings organizations can state when standard voltage changed from 115 volts to 120 volts per their small appliance rating plates to at least narrow the age range. Shop for kitchen aid mixer k45ss online at Target. The Fresh Loaf is not responsible for community member content. I called and was told that the bigger models don't use a spring. It must be the different beater that makes the difference. I think by that time the K4's were up to 10 speeds or close to it, so that's why I'd like a later one, probably a K4-C. I can see where it cannot deal with yeast bread dough and kneating like a K45 with the dough hook. They don't make them like they used to and Hobart was the best of the best when your machine was made. I like the purpose of the "ear" on the flat beater and may pursue finding a replacement that has its "ear" intact. I also don't get why the entry level K5 bowl-lift model has a spring-loaded attachment post, but models further up the line (like the Pro HD) don't use the spring. I also have a metal bowl. It's a lighter duty, more of a medium duty. That may help you with your rebuild/refurbishing, but I suggest you hang onto the K45 until you're sure you like the Artisan. http://artisanbreadbaking.com/ka_greasing/, Also new parts can be found at http://www.mendingshed.com/k6map.html. Per research I posted above, I think your mom's K45 SS isn't likely older than 1979. automaticwasher.org's exclusive eBay Watch: This post was last edited 01/08/2011 at 02:06, Post# 1094397 , Reply# 43 10/24/2020 at 19:12 by, Vintage Brochures, Service and Owners Manuals. Clean it first, it is really not hard to do per the first link. There is no height adjustment on any kitchen aid mixer that I am aware of. I first saw the 4C on the French Chef in the 60s, when Julia wanted to be able to show what was happening in the glass bowl. I saw ads from 1960 with it, I think for a series 14 dishwasher, so I suppose my mixer could be at least that old. That name stuck and became the product name for the entire line of products that the modern KitchenAid … The Model "K" At the middle-mark of the Great Depression, the Model 'K' launches, becoming the first of its kind to use a bowl that secured to the base with an interlocking motion. The original part is aluminum color, newer ones are white? Like, when did they start putting the white coating on the flat beater and dough hook? They went into the ovens 20 minutes apart. Russell, thanks for that good information. Ralph, my 4C does not look like your above. Kitchen aid models that came after the K5SS are not compatable. It's very similar to the Combi-bowl, which was a 3 quart bowl for lift-bowl design models which had its own beater and looks similar--so what's old is new again. Perhaps one of them would help. Log in or register to post comments; mikeofaustin. I still have my Sunbeam food processor which makes excellent bread dough very rapidly and I use recipes where I don't have to proof the yeast (and take a chance of it either dying or being killed with accidentally too hot a water). On line research produces very little to help, and even KA's own on-line resource people state that Hobart didn't use serial numbers or other forms of identification that would help determine the age of their mixers. It’s the most expensive of the KitchenAid mixers we tested, but if you bake everyday, it’s a worthwhile investment. Thanks Bob. The one pictured is missing its "hub cap" and has clearly had its cord replaced. After high speed mixing, like to get the eggs incorporated thoroughly, it did not want to slow down completely when shifted to the lowest setting to fold in the flour. [5] The H-5 mixer was smaller and lighter than the C-10, and had a more manageable five-quart bowl. If anyone can help answer this question, I would be grateful, as would the owner of the old Hobart/ Kitchenaid. A Hobart-era KitchenAid would be over 20 years old, if you can find one. And the power cord is about $7 if needed. The dirt and grease made it impossible to hold the attachment to remove it, if it wasn't completely jammed anyway! If anyone knows about the value of the old mixers, its the folks here. http://www.mendingshed.com/kaelectro.html Forgot to post this additional link that is the service manual for these vintage machines - step by step with photos... check it out. 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