{"id":9475,"date":"2024-06-18T08:33:07","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T15:33:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=9475"},"modified":"2025-08-01T07:37:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T14:37:07","slug":"replace-whirlpool-kitchenaid-maytag-trash-compactor-directional-switch-wp777811-a-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/replace-whirlpool-kitchenaid-maytag-trash-compactor-directional-switch-wp777811-a-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Replace Whirlpool \/ KitchenAid \/ Maytag trash compactor directional switch WP777811: A complete guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Is your trash compactor&#8217;s ram stuck due to a worn-out directional switch, leaving you with a pile of uncompactable garbage? Don&#8217;t worry, we&#8217;ve got your back! Follow along with our step-by-step guide and watch the how-to video below to easily replace the directional switch and get your appliance back in action.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_video '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-video avia-video-16-9   av-lazyload-immediate  av-lazyload-video-embed  '   itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aZmau9y9l3Q' ><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe title=\"How To: Whirlpool\/KitchenAid\/Maytag Directional Switch WP777811\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aZmau9y9l3Q?feature=oembed&autoplay=0&loop=0&controls=1&mute=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_video  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><b>Looking for the right part?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your appliance model number below to find the exact match and get your appliance running like new again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[search]<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_image '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_hr  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class='wp-image-9483 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-9483 avia_image' src=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7.jpg\" alt='' title='' height=\"430\" width=\"1500\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7-300x86.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7-1030x295.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7-768x220.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-app-blog-rectangle-7-705x202.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-switch-top-limit-wp777811-ap6011545.html\"><b>directional switch<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on a Whirlpool \/ KitchenAid \/ Maytag trash compactor controls the direction of the compacting ram. Over time, the switch may wear out or break, which can cause the ram to get stuck or other issues with the compactor&#8217;s operation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your directional switch needs to be replaced, don\u2019t freak out. Whether you\u2019re a newbie to a repair like this or just need a refresher, you\u2019ve got this and we\u2019re here to walk you through the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-switch-top-limit-wp777811-ap6011545.html\"><b> find a replacement directional switch here<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you need other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/trash-compactor-parts.html\"><b>replacement parts for your trash compactor<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just enter your model number at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find them. It\u2019s that easy! Most orders arrive in just two business days, and we have thousands of guides to show you how to install your new parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s get your machine working again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aZmau9y9l3Q\"><b>Watch the full repair here<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><strong>What you&#8217;ll need<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phillips screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4-inch wrench<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flathead screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-switch-top-limit-wp777811-ap6011545.html\"><b>New directional switch<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (make sure it\u2019s compatible with your specific trash compactor model before installing!)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Check part compatibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you replace the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-switch-top-limit-wp777811-ap6011545.html\"><b>directional switch<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure you have an OEM part that\u2019s compatible with your specific trash compactor<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">model. To do this, you\u2019ll need to find the appliance model number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The model number will say MOD or Model before the numbers and is typically found on a sticker or a metal plate in one of the following locations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inside the cabinet, on the left or right side<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behind the drawer or front panel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the frame with the drawer open<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve found the model number, write it down or take a clear photo of it for reference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you can enter your model number to check if the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-switch-top-limit-wp777811-ap6011545.html\"><b>directional switch<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is compatible with your model.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-find-your-appliances-model-number\/\"><b>How To Find Your Appliance\u2019s Model Number<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Safety tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working on any appliance, always keep safety first to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance or its parts. Here are some tips to keep in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by eliminating any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rushing is the enemy of precision.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a well-lit area so you can see and access appliance parts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your workspace free of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never work on internal parts with wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause personal injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts and debris.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always take photos or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Read more: <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-fix-a-noisy-trash-compactor-in-your-kitchen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to fix a noisy trash compactor in your kitchen<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to replace the directional switch<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these steps to change out the directional switch in your Whirlpool \/ KitchenAid \/ Maytag trash compactor like a pro.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplug the trash compactor from the power outlet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press down on the pedal and pull the drawer out of the compactor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the front of the compactor by the handle until it goes over the drawer stops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take hold of the drawer by the sides and remove it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take out the two Phillips screws to remove the control panel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove both screws that hold the directional switch and nut plate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a photo of the wire connections so you can reassemble them later on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the wires from the old switch terminals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the color code marking on the new switch and the photo you took to connect the wires to the corresponding terminals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the new directional switch and secure it with the two screws and nut plate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the control panel and secure it with the two Phillips screws. Make sure the wires aren\u2019t pinched between the panel and the middle frame.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the drawer by the sides and slide it back into the compactor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the trash compactor in or turn the power on at the circuit breaker.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run the compactor to check for any problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-a-kitchen-trash-compactor-works\/\"><b>How A Kitchen Trash Compactor Works<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Additional information<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the directional switch in your Whirlpool \/ KitchenAid \/ Maytag trash compactor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still need some replacement parts, grab your model number and head over to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We offer over two million parts and most orders arrive in two business days. If you need some help with finding the right part or placing an order, you can contact our team at 1 (877) 477-7278.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you\u2019re waiting for your new part to arrive, you can explore our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/\"><b>DIY blog<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and watch thousands of video tutorials on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@appliancepartspros\/videos\"><b>our YouTube channel<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow us on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/appliancepartspros\"><b>Facebook<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/applpartspros\"><b>Twitter<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/appliancepartspros?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==\"><b>Instagram<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see our 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