Ken H Ruston , LA January 10, 2019 Appliance: General Electric Trash Compactor GCG1580R0SS Ge Compactor Gcg1580r0ss: Popping noise when running GE trash compactor due to broken drive gear and power screw bearing. How to replace Return Switch. Disassembled compactor to analyze drive components. Replaced motor drive gear, both power screw assemblies along with both nut power assemblies and direction switch. This was done after watching repair videos which were very helpful. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours