Parts for Kitchenaid KUCC150S2: 02 - Motor And Drive , Lit / Optional Parts

Size: 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch.

This mount plate is a stamped metal bracket that secures a component inside the appliance, helping keep parts aligned and reducing movement. Replace a damaged or bent plate to restore a stable, secure installation. What it does:

• Provides a stable mounting point for internal components to prevent shifting or sagging
• Helps reduce vibration and rattling caused by loose or worn mounting surfaces
• Keeps electrical and mechanical parts properly aligned for reliable operation
• Common symptom: visible looseness, noise, or component movement during use

• Disconnect power and unplug the appliance before starting any repair
• Verify the plate orientation and mounting hole alignment with your appliance's service diagram
• Use the original screws or OEM-specified fasteners and tighten securely but do not overtighten

The Drive Gear Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool trash compactors. It is an essential component that powers the compaction mechanism. The drive gear kit consists of a series of gears, shafts, and other components that work together to transfer the motor's rotational force to the compaction ram.

Causes of a bad drive gear kit in a trash compactor can include mechanical wear and tear over time, exposure to excessive loads or foreign objects, or damage from improper usage or maintenance.

Symptoms of a faulty drive gear kit in a trash compactor:

• Difficulty in starting or completing the compaction cycle
• Loud grinding or squeaking noises during operation
• Failure of the compaction ram to move or compress waste properly
• Leaks or vibrations due to improper alignment or gear damage

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore trash compactor models.

A small slotted pin spring used to secure moving parts in appliance assemblies. This compact replacement restores proper retention and alignment where a slotted spring pin is required, helping moving parts stay in place and operate smoothly. What it does:

• Acts as a slotted spring pin to hold shafts, levers or clips in position
• Restores secure retention when original pin is bent, worn or missing
• Prevents excess play or disengagement of connected components
• Helps resolve symptoms like loose or shifting parts, rattling, or components not staying engaged

• One slotted pin spring

• High-level replacement; retains existing mating hardware and holes
• Use proper tools (needle-nose pliers, punches) to remove/install without damaging surrounding parts
• Wear eye protection; pins can release under tension during removal

This wave washer is a small, wavy metal retainer that holds rotating or sliding components in place on a shaft. It helps maintain proper alignment and reduces end-play for smoother, quieter operation. What it does:

• Secures components on a shaft to prevent axial movement and maintain alignment
• Helps reduce vibration and rubbing that can cause noise or premature wear
• Commonly used behind agitator, cam, or bearing assemblies where axial retention is required
• Replace if the washer is deformed, cracked, or missing to restore correct component spacing

• Disconnect power before starting repairs
• Remove the affected assembly (agitator/shaft or other specified part) to access the washer
• Install the washer in the same orientation and position as the original; ensure it seats fully
• Inspect surrounding components (bushings, seals, bearings) and replace any worn parts to prevent repeat failure

This flat metal washer provides a durable spacer and load-bearing surface for fasteners in the appliance, helping maintain proper alignment and reduce wear on mating parts. It's a simple replacement that restores correct assembly spacing. What it does:

• Acts as a load-distributing spacer between fastened components to prevent loosening and wear
• Helps maintain proper alignment of shafts, housings, or assemblies
• Can reduce vibration or movement caused by uneven mating surfaces
• Commonly replaced when hardware is corroded, damaged, or missing

• One flat metal washer (quantity: 1)

• Verify the exact washer size and thickness before installation; replace with the same type
• Tighten fasteners to the manufacturer's torque specifications when known; avoid overtightening
• If used near electrical connections, ensure power is disconnected before working
• Inspect adjacent fasteners and components for wear and replace if necessary

The Drive Gear Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool trash compactors. It is an essential component that powers the compaction mechanism. The drive gear kit consists of a series of gears, shafts, and other components that work together to transfer the motor's rotational force to the compaction ram.

Causes of a bad drive gear kit in a trash compactor can include mechanical wear and tear over time, exposure to excessive loads or foreign objects, or damage from improper usage or maintenance.

Symptoms of a faulty drive gear kit in a trash compactor:

• Difficulty in starting or completing the compaction cycle
• Loud grinding or squeaking noises during operation
• Failure of the compaction ram to move or compress waste properly
• Leaks or vibrations due to improper alignment or gear damage

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore trash compactor models.

This C-shaped retaining ring snaps into a groove on a shaft or pin to hold a component in place. It restores secure retention so parts don't slide off or shift during operation.

• Snaps into a groove to secure parts on a shaft or pin
• Prevents axial movement to keep assemblies aligned
• Helps reduce wobble, rattling, or parts migrating off
• Common signs: missing/broken clip, loose mechanisms, parts slipping off during use

• Disconnect power; also shut off water or gas as applicable
• Wear eye protection—retaining clips can spring free during removal/installation
• Use appropriate snap/retaining ring pliers or a small flat tool; avoid over-expanding the ring
• Ensure the ring seats fully in the groove and replace if bent or fatigued

This drive chain connects a washer's motor/transmission to the agitator or drum, transferring rotational motion so the wash basket spins and agitates properly. Replaces a worn or broken chain to restore normal drive function. What it does:

• Transfers motor torque to the transmission/agitator so the tub spins and agitates
• Commonly replaced when the washer won't agitate or spin despite motor running
• Replaces stretched, rusted, or broken chain that causes slipping or unusual noise
• Works as a direct mechanical link—no electrical components involved

• Install with the appliance unplugged and water supply turned off; follow OEM service manual for alignment and tension
• May require partial disassembly of cabinet, pulley, or transmission; have basic hand tools ready
• Inspect sprockets, tensioners, and related components and replace if excessively worn