The Power Nut Assembly is an OEM replacement part for GE trash compactors. It plays a vital role in properly securing the ram drive belt in place to transmit rotational power from the motor to the compacting ram.
Causes of a bad power nut can include cracks, stripped threading, or a loose nut that fails to adequately tighten the belt. Over time, nuts can also wear out from repeated tensioning of belts during use.
Symptoms of a bad power nut include:
- The ram failing to extend fully or retract smoothly
- Compaction being inefficient with items not compressing fully in the waste bin
- Premature wear of the belt from improper tensioning
This OEM GE part is also compatible with Whirlpool, Kenmore, and some KitchenAid models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
I have a ge trash compactor that is 1 1/2 years old the left screw power nut stripped David S. • Lancaster , PA • July 29, 2015
I was GREATLY surprised. I ordered 2 of the parts, to do both sides while I had it apart. The NEXT DAY the parts were at my door. I pulled the unit, and took out what seemed like a thousand screws to get the ram out. The parts just clip in. I had to straighten the ram and reassemble the unit. From removal of unit to turning it back on, total time---less than 2 hours. I have a bad back and only one good hand. If I was in the good shape I was 8 years ago, this would have taken about 1 to...
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