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GE GCG1540F1SS compactor

GE GCG1540F1SS compactor Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for GE GCG1540F1SS compactor, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Switch Bracket for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X5088

    Powerscrew & ram parts diagram

  • Motor Plate for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X5065

    Motor & drive parts diagram

    Motor Plate

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  • Technical Sheet for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part 31-3945

    Cabinet & control parts diagram

  • Cap Stop for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X5102

    Powerscrew & ram parts diagram

    Cap Stop

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  • Grommet Motor for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X10031

    Frame parts diagram

  • Trash Compactor Bag for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WX60X1

    Accessory parts diagram

    Trash Bag 12

    Part #WC60X10002

    Replaced by #WX60X1

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  • U&c  Ge Tras for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part 049-55012

    Cabinet & control parts diagram

    Compactor Gc

    Part #49-5880

    Replaced by #049-55012

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  • Motor Switch for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X10024

    Motor & drive parts diagram

    Motor Switch

    Part #WC36X10024

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

  • Trash Compactor Rotary Switch Nut for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC36X5011

    Cabinet & control parts diagram

    Trash Compactor Rotary Switch Nut

    Part #WC36X5011

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

  • Grease for GE GCG1540F1SS - Part WC01X10006

    Accessory parts diagram

    Grease

    Part #WC01X10006

    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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