Steve August 06, 2024 for Model Number GX900QPPS6 How do I check the on/off switch? The unit is about 4 years old and just quit working, nothing when switch is pushed. thanks
1 Answer Hello Steve, thank you for contacting APP,To test the On-Off Switch 777380 which is the one inside the unit that has the On/Off Key or Knob, disconnect the unit from power, access that switch, and disconnect the 2 wires to it. Then turn the knob or key to the On position and take a continuity reading with a multimeter on the 2 terminals on the switch. If it reads open with the switch in the on position it will need to be replaced.To test the Tap Touch Switch Assembly W10813586 on the console access it and disconnect the wires on the T/R terminal and the V terminal, depress the On switch, and take a continuity reading from T/R to V on the switch assembly. If this reads open the switch assembly is bad. Then you can test the Start switch by removing the Y wire and pressing and holding the Start button while taking a continuity reading from V to Y. If this reads open replace the switch assembly. Read More...
Pat January 02, 2024 for Model Number GC900QPPB6 I need to replace the switch on my compactor and I cannot find the appropriate part #W10723644. Can you help?
1 Answer Pat, the part W10723644 has been revised by the manufacturer to part number W10813586. Unfortunately, this part has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available. Read More...
Kevin December 19, 2017 for Model Number GX900QPPS2 I have replaced the motor on this unit. Along with the drive gear. The unit will not stop when I push the start button. I have to turn it off when the grinding sound starts. This went on for about a week. Now I can't even do that . When I push the start button it just makes that horrible sound it was making at the bottom of the stroke of compactor. I have removed the Upper limit switch and the on/off/start switch. I am going to check the upper limit switch for continuity tomorrow at work, but can I test the on/off/start switch somehow? Seeing your other answers could it be the new motor is now burnt up as well?
1 Answer Kevin, To test the start switch you would just test it for continuity. If it checks ok then the limit switch would likely be the cause for this issue. Read More...
Bill January 18, 2016 for Model Number whirlpool gx900qplso My door switch went bad, I replaced it, now I have to hold the start button continuously to operate the compactor.
1 Answer Hello Bill. You will need to check and make sure the switch is wired properly. If so, then you will need to replace the motor on the unit. The switch in the motor has failed. Read More...
Joey November 18, 2014 for Model Number GC900QPPB2 My compactor wont do anything when button is pushed. Had this before kept pushing button and started working now dead again button assembly bad?
1 Answer Hello Joey. It sounds like you need to order and replace the switch assembly W10813586 on the unit. Read More...
Jim B. June 20, 2012 for Model Number GX900PLSO Think I forgot to give you model number. Again when hitting start button, unit does not start. If I hold button in it will start and run Down to compact and back up. When it has reached the top it makes knocking noise and I release start button, Yale complete. If bad part is still motor switch please confirm and I will order promptly. Thanks again
1 Answer Hi Jim. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor switch W10439651 is bad and will need to be replaced. Read More...
Jim B. June 20, 2012 for Model Number GX900QPLSO Have to hold in START button to make unit stay on. Run down and back up then makes popping sound when cycle is done. What do I need to replace? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Jim. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor switch W10439651 is bad and will need to be replaced. Read More...
Mike February 27, 2012 for Model Number TC900QPDB0 My trash compactor will not stop when it reaches the top.I replaced the top limit directional switch and that did not fix my problem.I can make it stop when I hit the off switch in the front.What should I do?
1 Answer Hello Mike. Check and see if the switch assembly WP9871140 is bad and is sending power to the motor until the off button is selected. If so, you will need to replace the switch assembly. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Brogan October 18, 2011 for Model Number KUCC151LSS0 I am really stuck on how to fix my compactor. I have replaced the top limit directional switch as well as the momentary start switch. It still bangs at the end of the compacting cycle but can be shut off manually. Will this part help or is there another part you can recommend? Thank you.
1 Answer Brogan, If you're sure the top limit switch is properly adjusted, so the switch activates when the ram reaches the top, The next component to check or replace would be the motor centrifugal switch W10439651 If you have a stuck contact there it will also react the same way a directional switch does. Good Luck and Thanks Read More...