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KitchenAid KUCS181D0 compactor

KitchenAid KUCS181D0 compactor Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 compactor, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Slide-r.h. for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 9870855

    Frame diagram

    Slide-r.h.

    Part #9870855

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Nut, 5/16- 18 (3) for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4159084

    Drive motor and ram diagram

    Nut, 5/16- 18 (3)

    Part #4159084

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Wire (black) for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 242820

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    Wire (black)

    Part #242820

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Bracket for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4178080

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    Bracket

    Part #4178080

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Trim for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4161176

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    Trim

    Part #4161176

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Handle for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4160981

    Handle

    Part #4160981

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Washer (3) for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4159525

    Drive motor and ram diagram

    Washer (3)

    Part #4159525

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Liner Control for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4161337

    Container diagram

    Liner Control

    Part #4161337

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Baffle for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4161165

    Frame diagram

    Baffle

    Part #4161165

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • End Cap for KitchenAid KUCS181D0 - Part 4162885

    Cabinet and control diagram

    End Cap

    Part #4162885

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Most common symptoms to help you fix your trash compactors

Choose a symptom to see related trash compactor repairs.

Main cause: faulty drawer tilt switch …

Main causes: bent drawer support rollers, damaged trash container…

Main causes: stripped or broken power nuts, broken or disconnected drive gear and sprocket chain, damaged drive parts…

Main causes: lack of power, faulty drawer safety switch, bad power switch, momentary start switch failure, bad drive mot…

Main causes: stuck foot pedal, bad momentary start switch, power switch failure…

Main causes: broken drive gear and sprocket chain, stripped power nuts, faulty top limit and directional switch…

Most common repair guides to help fix your trash compactors

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your trash compactor.

How to replace a trash compactor power switch

How to replace a trash compactor power switch

If the trash compactor won’t power up, use the steps in this repair guide to replace the power switch.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less
How to replace a trash compactor motor centrifugal switch

How to replace a trash compactor motor centrifugal switch

If the trash compactor ram won’t return to the top position, replace the motor centrifugal switch by following the instr…

Repair time and Difficulty

 45 minutes or less
How to replace a trash compactor momentary start switch

How to replace a trash compactor momentary start switch

The momentary start switch starts the motor when you lift the foot pedal. This repair guide shows how to replace the swi…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your trash compactors

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your trash compactor.

Wiring schematic symbols explained video

Wiring schematic symbols explained video

Learn some of the most common symbols found in a wiring diagram and what they mean.…

How to read a wiring schematic video

How to read a wiring schematic video

Learn how to decipher symbols so you can buy the right part for your problem.…

How to load a trash compactor

How to load a trash compactor

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

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