Jane G Hubbardston , MA August 21, 2016 Appliance: Whirlpool Trash Compactor TU8000XRP2 Whirlpool Compactor Tu8000xrp2: The dense pack rocker switch on our whirlpool compactor broke after 28 years. How to replace Switch, Rocker. Removed rocker switch,made up jumper so the compactor could be used while awaiting replacement switch. The part came 2 days later and was installed in less tha 5 minutes. Unit working like new again. Thanks for the great service!! 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes