Whirlpool Trash Compactor Repair Help and Parts

We've put together some Whirlpool trash compactor breakdown diagrams to help you see how everything is put together (below). We've also included part descriptions next to each diagram. Please note, this information is for reference and educational purposes only and might not match your Whirlpool trash compactor. You can view the Parts List and, in most cases, diagrams for YOUR trash compactor by entering the compactor's model number here. We can also help you find parts by phone, e-mail, or Live Help (live chat). For repair questions with your Whirlpool trash compactor, visit our free Trash Compactor Repair Tips page.

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Whirlpool trash Compactor Breakdown Diagrams (To view Parts List for your washing machine, enter its model number here).


	MOTOR AND DRIVE

Motor and Drive

#1 -- Switch, motor (usually available with motor only)
#2 -- Trash compactor drive motor
#3 -- Screw
#4 -- Plate, motor
#5 -- Locknut, 10-32
#6 -- Drive gear
#7 -- Pin, slotted spring
#8 -- Washer, wave
#9 -- Washer, thrust
#10 -- Gear, driven
#11 -- Clip, ring
#12 -- Chain, drive

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	FRAME

Frame

#2 -- Screw, 8-32 x 5/16
#3 -- Trash compactor power cord
#4 -- Angle, top bracket
#5 -- Screw, 10-24 x 3/8
#6 -- Spring, container
#7 -- Drawer safety switch
#8 -- Pan, bottom
#9 -- Bearing, roller
#10 -- Bolt, leveler
#11 -- Locknut, 3/8-24
#12 -- Shield, slide track
#13 -- Wheel, leveler
#14 -- Nut, 6-32
#15 -- Screw, 8 x 1/2
#16 -- Inner panel
#17 -- Screw, 6-32 x 3/8
#18 -- Frame, slide (left side)
#18 -- Frame, slide (right side)
#19 -- Barrier, glass
#21 -- Nut, plate
#22 -- Screw, 6-20 x 1
#23 -- Top limit and directional switch

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	CABINET AND CONTROL

Cabinet and Control

#1 -- Trash compactor cabinet
#2 -- Screw, 8 x 1/2
#3 -- Plate, power cord
#5 -- Screw
#7 -- On / Off switch (or key switch)
#8 -- Key switch knob (or key)
#9 -- Plate, switch
#11 -- Top, cabinet
#12 -- Panel, back
#13 -- Drawer tilt switch
#14 -- Trash compactor pushbutton switch
#15 -- Screw, 6-20 x 3/8
#16 -- Escutcheon, control
#18 -- Screw, 8-18 x 1/2
#19 -- Insert, decorative
#20 -- Shield, switch
#21 -- Bracket, retainer (right side)
#21 -- Bracket, retainer (left side)
#22 -- Bushing, power cord
#23 -- Bracket, protector
#24 -- Nut, switch
#25 -- Screw, 8-18 x 1/2
#27 -- Plug, hole
#28 -- Bracket, mounting

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	CONTAINER

Container

#1 -- Screw, 8-18 x 1/2
#2 -- Trash compactor handle
#3 -- Trash compactor container panel (reversible, comes in two colors: black/white, black/almond, etc.)
#4 -- Spacer, center panel
#5 -- Container assembly
#7 -- Screw
#9 -- Guide, rear latch
#10 -- Trash compactor latch assembly
#11 -- Cap, handle end (left side)
#11 -- Cap, handle end (right side)
#12 -- Bag carrier or bag caddy (includes # 29)
#13 -- Trim, container
#14 -- Foot pedal
#15 -- Actuator, safety switch
#16 -- Bearing roller container
#17 -- Locknut 3/8-24 (2)
#18 -- Retainer, bag
#19 -- Screw, shoulder 8-16 x 7/16
#20 -- Pin
#21 -- Spring
#22 -- "E" ring
#24 -- Panel, spacer
#26 -- Plate, latch
#27 -- Guard, toeplate
#28 -- Screw, 8 x 1/2
#29 -- Handle, bag carrier (comes with #12)
#31 -- Bumper, container

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	POWERSCREW AND RAM

Powerscrew and Ram

#1 -- Power screw, complete assembly
#3 -- Plate, bearing
#4 -- Bearing, needle
#5 -- Hub, power screw
#6 -- Race, thrust
#7 -- Sprocket, washer
#8 -- Nut, power screw
#9 -- Washer, cone
#10 -- Screw
#11 -- Ram assembly
#12 -- Power nut
#13 -- Clip
#14 -- Stud
#16 -- Stop, ram powerscrew
#17 -- Bracket, top limit switch
#18 -- Screw, 8-32 x 5/16
#20 -- Slide, ram

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	ACCESSORIES

Accessories

#1 -- Trash compactor container panel (reversible, comes in two colors: black/white, black/almond, etc.)
#2 -- Trash compactor bags
#3 -- Deodorizer, solid stick-ups
#5 -- Bag carrier or bag caddy (includes #6)
#6 -- Handle, bag carrier
#7 -- Grease, 4 oz. (use on power screw and ram pressure pads)
#8 -- Wire roll
#9 -- Adhesive insulation (2 oz. tube)
#10 -- Paint, touch-up
#11 -- Paint, spray

Model listed above is for reference and educational purposes only and might not match your Whirlpool compactor. You can view the Parts List and, in most cases, diagrams for YOUR compactor by entering the trash compactor's model number here.



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Whirlpool Trash Compactor Repair Help and Parts