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Would not compact
4 of 8 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Linda from Rumson, NJ
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Screw drivers
It was very easy. I unscrewed the broken acuator and screwed the new one on. It took less than 5 minutes. Much better than paying a repairman $150 for a service call. This part actually breaks often so I ordered 3 or the future.
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needed trash bags
3 of 5 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
VERONICA from ROUND ROCK, TX
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
I wonderful! Just place the bag in and go. Like plug and play! Thanks!!
Compactor piston stuck in down position and couldn't open!!!
3 of 5 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
George from Houston, TX
Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
First thing I did was put the unit on its side and removed the bottom to access the broken plastic gear that moves the chain that drives the compactor up and down...There I was able to manually move the chain by turning the nut with pliers and moving the piston up (painfully slow) until I could at least use the bin for trash while I waite
... Read mored for the replacement part to arrive. Once I had the part I loosened the four bolts that allowed the drive gear to move a little and slacken the chain - I then put in the new gear - make sure you have the proper spacing and washers - my replacement kit didn't have any washers so I resused the old washers and all seems to be working well!
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Compactor draw was not opening fully as the wheel bearings had seized
2 of 2 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Andrew from ASHEVILLE, NC
A Bit Difficult
30 - 60 mins
Socket set
I followed the you tube video instructions provided by customer care. This involved pulling the unit free from the cabinet, removing several screws that held the housing in place, this gave access to the wheel assembly, then I removed the nuts that held the wheel assembly in place. Fitting the new wheel assemblies was easy as was replacin
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ON RETURNING WOULD NOT STOP RUNNING
2 of 2 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Robert from DELAWARE, OH
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers, Socket set
REMOVE COMPACTOR DRAWER REMOVE SCREWS ON FACE PLATE REMOVE SCREW NUTS ON PART (SOCKET) SAVE HOLDING PLATE WITH SCREW NUTS TAKE PICTURE OF WIRE CONECTIONS (IN CASE OF POOR RECALL USE PLYERS TO PULL CONECTOR OFF OLD SWITCH REVERS INSTALL TOTAL 25 MINUTES
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Roller was flat
2 of 2 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
John from Lancaster, CA
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Nutdriver, Wrench set
Bought wrong roller. The drawer roller is different than the stationary rollers. Note the difference.
Put the parts in and reinstalled it back in it place
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ram wouldn't go up or down.
3 of 5 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Mona from San Diego, CA
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
pulled it out, turned it upside down, and removed the gear, then replaced it, turned it back up and pushed it back it worked.
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Would have been nice to have known that the replacement switch operated in the opposite fashion from the original switch. Also, kit was missing the two screws to attach the new lever operator.
2 of 2 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
John B from ARDEN, NC
Difficult
More than 2 hours
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
I had expected to just have to install a new spring steel "L" shaped switch operator to replace the one that had broken off. Installation of the new switch and redesigned operator was difficult in tight quarters. Good news, four hours later compactor works as advertised. Hope that the revised design works well and for a long time.
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Plastic end piece broke.
2 of 3 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Brent from HUDSON, FL
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Needle nose pliers pulled the end stuck inside. Installed new start switch knob.
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Compactor would not open. Ram was down
2 of 3 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
James from Flagstaff, AZ
Easy
30 - 60 mins
Nutdriver, Wrench (Adjustable)
Once I discovered that the ram was down, I had to determine why. Opened up the bottom and discoverer the drive gear was broken. Ordered the parts kit and made the repair. Did not know what the other parts in the kit were for, but it works.
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Broken Drive Belt On The Ram
3 of 6 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
steven from shebogan, WI
A Bit Difficult
15 - 30 mins
Screw drivers, Socket set
I Removed The Back Panel To Get At The Top Panel Which In Turn I Got To Top Plate To Access The Gear Drive, The Ram Was In The Down Position So I Used a Socket And Rachet To Crank The Ram Up By Hand, I Then Loosened The Plastic Gear Mount To Move The Gear Forward To Attach The New Belt, Then Reversed The Procedure putting The Campactor In
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lost cover (went into trash)
3 of 6 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Jacek M from Bedford, TX
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
replaced
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Trash carier wore out
2 of 3 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Carmen M from Port Orchard, WA
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Upon the receipt of my part it just had to be slipped into place. I had the part I needed within 3 days of ordering. My had ordered parts for various items in the past and we have always been very satisfied with the care and experteis of this company.
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