Whirlpool WP9871602 Container Roller Bearing (Trash Compactor) OEM Part

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 from opening freely. Solution #2: I flipped the compactor slide-out assembly upside down on the tile surface of my fire pit (any flat surface should work) and whacked it 8 or 10 times with a hammer along the inner perimeter to convert the convex surface into a flat-to-slightly-concave surface. Bottom Line: Works like new ... when I step on the lower lever the compactor opens by itself. Saved the cost of a new compactor ... wife is happy ... should have done this a few years ago.

Bot both sets of roller bearings, lower ones on the appliance and the set on the trash can that rolls out. I just followed the instructions that were in the roller bearing package and only needed the tools that are recommended. Was a little tricky with the nuts, really need a person with "small" fingers to reassemble the nuts back on the lower set of bearing that are on the appliance. All in All, went well and works. Found that the new bearings are v. tight on the machine, being new, so, use lots of silicone spray after vacuuming and cleaning the rails. Took about 30 mins.

I followed the instructions which I couldn't have done without. And now the door opens and closes with ease. Thankyou joe gardner

After trying extra screws on the pedal and rails, I read how others had fixed a similar problem by purchasing the rollers that mount on the rails at the opening. I decided to replace all of the rollers and the pedal, just in case the pedal had worn at the contact area. We have cycled the machine 3-4 times with the new parts and I can still open the door with about the same amount of force as when it was new. I just followed the instructions that were included except I had to take the front sheet metal cover loose along the sides to get a socket on the hex nut. I did not completely remove the sheet metal, just gently pulled it back enough to gain access.

After I was shocked at the price to replace the trash compactor, I was happy to find that the parts, both front & back rollers and the handle, were available from AppliancePartsPros.com. They arrived as scheduled and after viewing two videos, the job went very smooth. I hope it puts another 27 years life into the unit.