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DIY trash compactor repair

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How to replace a trash compactor motor centrifugal switch

If your trash compactor's ram moves down but won't go back up, the motor centrifugal switch could be the problem. This easy-to-follow repair guide shows how to replace a trash compactor motor centrifu…

Repair time and Difficulty

 45 minutes or less
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Repair guides

How to replace a trash compactor momentary start switch

If your trash compactor's motor won't start when you lift the foot pedal, the momentary start switch…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
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Repair guides

How to replace a trash compactor power switch

If your trash compactor won't start at all, the power switch might be the problem. This step-by-step…

Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less

Symptoms

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Symptoms

Why won't my trash compactor start?

Learn why your trash compactor won't start at Sears PartsDirect. Find out which repairs might help solve the problem, what replacement part you need and more.…

less than a minute readJan 10
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Symptoms

Why is the trash compactor's ram stuck in the down position?

Learn why your trash compactor ram is stuck in the downward position at Sears PartsDirect. Find out …

less than a minute readApr 19
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Symptoms

Why won't my trash compactor stop running?

Learn why your trash compactor won't stop running at Sears PartsDirect. Find out which repairs might…

less than a minute readApr 19
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Symptoms

Why does my trash compactor run constantly with its ram in the up position?

Learn why your trash compactor runs constantly with the ram in the upper position at Sears PartsDire…

less than a minute readApr 19

Articles & videos

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Articles & videos

Troubleshooting a stuck trash compactor drawer

Learn what to check if you are having problems with the drawer sticking on your trash compactor.…

less than a minute readMar 09
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How to load a trash compactor

Learn the proper way to place your trash in your trash compactor.…

less than a minute readMar 09
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Trash compactor common questions

See what questions our experts most often get about trash compactors.…

less than a minute readMar 09
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10 must-have tools for appliance repair

Come see which tools made our top 10 must-haves for DIY appliance repair.…

less than a minute readMar 09