Stephen M Roanoke , TX June 17, 2015 Appliance: Whirlpool Trash Compactor TU4700XXP0 The drawer on my 24 year old compactor would no longer open freely have to pull it open with substantial force Rood Cause #1: One of the front roller bearings was worn out and did not spin freely. Solution #1: I replaced the two front roller bearing assemblies (both included 2-pack). Rood Cause #2: The bottom surface of the compactor slide-out assembly had become deformed (convex) most likely due to the repeated force of compaction over the years. This bottom surface rubbed against the lower frame as evidenced by removal of paint (bare metal was exposed). Friction prevented the compactor drawer from opening freely. Solution #2: I flipped the compactor slide-out assembly upside down on the tile surface of my fire pit (any flat surface should work) and whacked it 8 or 10 times with a hammer along the inner perimeter to convert the convex surface into a flat-to-slightly-concave surface. Bottom Line: Works like new ... when I step on the lower lever the compactor opens by itself. Saved the cost of a new compactor ... wife is happy ... should have done this a few years ago. Read More... 7 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Socket Set
L H Villa Grande , CA January 17, 2015 Appliance: Model WHIRLPOOL SDC 800001 My 30 year old whirlpool trash compactor roller bearings are "worn out"! Bot both sets of roller bearings, lower ones on the appliance and the set on the trash can that rolls out. I just followed the instructions that were in the roller bearing package and only needed the tools that are recommended. Was a little tricky with the nuts, really need a person with "small" fingers to reassemble the nuts back on the lower set of bearing that are on the appliance. All in All, went well and works. Found that the new bearings are v. tight on the machine, being new, so, use lots of silicone spray after vacuuming and cleaning the rails. Took about 30 mins. Read More... 7 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers, Wrench Set
Joseph G Ocean View , NJ March 15, 2015 My mother's trash compactor was very difficult to open and close it is very old i simply went on line with the model number and couldn't believe parts were still available and then in stock I followed the instructions which I couldn't have done without. And now the door opens and closes with ease. Thankyou joe gardner Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Socket Set
Sean C North Easton , MA April 05, 2020 Door was difficult to open. Ordered new rollers. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set
Ron A El Centro , CA March 05, 2019 Appliance: KitchenAid Trash Compactor KUCC151T1 Bearings coming apart I couldn’t ,wrong part . My Kitchenaid unit is 26 years old ,couldn’t find the model number of My unit on the web so I guessed at it. Wrong,,, Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set