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Container Roller Bearing (Trash Compactor)

By: Whirlpool

Part Number: WP9871602

This container roller bearing supports the trash compactor drawer as it slides on its tracks. Replacing a worn bearing restores smooth, quiet movement and helps keep the container aligned for easy opening and closing.

Provides low-friction support so the drawer glides smoothly on the tracks
Helps maintain proper container alignment and stability
Reduces squeaks, grinding, and sticking during operation
Common symptoms: drawer hard to open/close, scraping noises, binding or uneven movement, visible wear/flat spots on the bearing

What's included: 1 container roller bearing Installation notes:

Disconnect power to the compactor before servicing
Remove and empty the drawer to access the bearing location
Install the new bearing in the same orientation; transfer any hardware as needed
Inspect rollers, axles, and tracks; replace any additional worn parts for best results

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You The drawer on my 24 year old compactor would no longer open freely have to pull it open with substantial force Stephen M. • Roanoke , TX • June 17, 2015

Rood Cause #1: One of the front roller bearings was worn out and did not spin freely. Solution #1: I replaced the two front roller bearing assemblies (both included 2-pack). Rood Cause #2: The bottom surface of the compactor slide-out assembly had become deformed (convex) most likely due to the repeated force of compaction over the years. This bottom surface rubbed against the lower frame as evidenced by removal of paint (bare metal was exposed). Friction prevented the compactor drawer... Read more

$15.95