Trash Compactor

A trash compactor is a practical and efficient home appliance designed to reduce the volume of household waste. By compacting trash, it minimizes the frequency of garbage disposal and helps in managing waste more effectively. Our series of articles on trash compactors will guide you through the benefits of having one in your home, how to choose the right model, and best practices for safe and efficient operation. For those encountering issues with their trash compactor, our content also includes comprehensive troubleshooting and repair information, ensuring your appliance continues to function effectively, contributing to a more environmentally friendly and tidy home.

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How to replace foot pedal kit 882657 on a KitchenAid, Whirlpool or Maytag trash compactor

Replace the foot pedal for your KitchenAid, Whirlpool or Maytag trash compactor with this detailed guide and kit 882657.
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How A Kitchen Trash Compactor Works

Discover the ingenious workings of a kitchen trash compactor in our insightful blog. Learn how it helps reduce waste volume and simplify disposal.
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Removing Scratches From Stainless Steel Appliances

Learn how to remove scratches on stainless steel appliances. Get useful tips to avoid future damage from everyday use and improper cleaning techniques.
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Trash Compactor Won’t Start: Top 5 Reasons & Fixes (With Video!)

Trash compactor not starting when you turn the knob? You may think it’s time to shell out for a new appliance, but that might not be the case. Often in instances like this, just one failed or malfunctioning component can gum up the whole machine, stopping your compactor from smashing your trash. In this guide and companion video, learn about five of the most common issues that might prevent your compactor from running and how to diagnose and fix the problem yourself.
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Trash Compactor Drawer Is Hard To Open Or Close: Top 3 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)

Any door or drawer that runs on rails is likely to encounter some problems opening and closing eventually. For trash compactors, which deal with gunky garbage on the regular, this issue can arise fairly frequently. Whether it’s just a minor annoyance or it’s stopping you from running your compactor entirely, it’s not something you need to live with, it’s something you can fix yourself! In this simple guide and video tutorial, learn how to identify the three most common causes of problems with trash compactor drawers and how to fix them.
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Trash Compactor is Noisy: 5 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)

Even trash compactors with sound dampening features make a little bit of noise when they run, but an unreasonable amount of racket isn't normal. Banging, thumping, screeching, and squealing sounds are all pretty unusual, and are usually signs that something in your trash compactor needs to be tightened down, adjusted, or replaced. Luckily, all of these parts are pretty easy to check and fix. Diagnose and fix your noise problem in just a few minutes with this guide and the companion video tutorial.