GCG1000-01 General Electric Trash Compactor - Overview

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Parts for the GCG1000-01

Gear Box Kit

Part #WC22X5028

This is a gearbox kit for a trash compactor. The outer casing of the part is made of metal and measures 5 inches wide and 7 inches tall. The gearbox is run by the motor, and allows the trash compactor to move up and down by the rotating gears. If you hear grinding or your compactor is not moving, you may need to replace this part. You wil...Read more

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SPROCKET 50 TOOTH

Part #WC22X5022

Drive Chain

Part #WC22X5021

Also known as Endless Chain. Sold individually.

Bag Caddy

Part #WC60X5016

KEY SWITCH

Part #WC21X5045

MAIN DRIVE SCREW

Part #WC22X5023

STORAGE COMPT DOOR White

Part #WC25X5057

$41.07

KNOB LATCH LEVER

Part #WC10X5013

Motor

Part #WC26X5021

TOE SPACE COVER

Part #WC25X5059

$38.96

INSERT CONTROL PANEL BK

Part #WC33X5053

$64.69

Handle - Stainless

Part #WC10X5014

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Ram was stuck in the down position, would not return up.

4 of 8 people found this instruction helpful.

Ian from Camano Island, WA
Easy
15 - 30 mins
Pliers, Socket set

1.I removed the back of the compactor
2. turned the large nut to raise the ram so I could remove the trash container
3. removed the bolt holding ram plunger onto the actuator
4. put the chain on by starting it on the large sproket and walking it around. there was enough slack to do it this way.
5. cleaned and oiled eve ... Read more

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