TU900QPDB0 Whirlpool Trash Compactor - Overview

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$77.75

Drive Gear Kit

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Part #882699

This is the drive gear kit for the ram that compacts the trash inside your compactor. If your compactor ram is getting stuck, there is excess noise during its cycle, or if your compactor does not stop at the end of its cycle, the driving gear may be the issue. The gear is white, plastic and approximately 4.5 inches in diameter. This drive...Read more

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15" Paper Compactor Bags - 12 Pack

Part #675186

Moisture-resistant liner. Pre-cuffed.

$6.40

Washer Front Leveling Foot

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Part #WPW10001130

The front facing foot is sold individually. It is used on your washing machine and can also be known as an adjustable leveling leg. This specific front facing leveling leg has a rubber foot. It is important that when installing this part you are very careful, if not installed correctly your washer will be off balance which will then cause...Read more

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$40.02

15" Compactor Bag Carrier with Easy Grip Handles

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Part #13030RP

This 15 inch compactor bag carrier fits around the compactor bag inside the compactor and is used to easily lift and remove trash compactor bags once they are full. Simply place the reusable bag carrier in the garbage can before placing a new compactor bag in the bin. The easy-grip handles make removal easier once the bag is full. This pi...Read more

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$57.38

Trash Compactor Directional Switch

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Part #WP777811

This top limit and direction switch controls power to the trash compactor motor, it stops the motor when the ram reaches the top, a bad switch may cause the ram to get stuck, keep the motor running, or stop the compactor from starting, unplug the compactor before repair, check the model number before ordering

Touch-Up Paint - White

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Part #72017

This touch-up paint can be used on a wide variety of household appliances. It is most often used on washers, dryer, refrigerators, dishwashers, ranges, freezers, trash compactors, or microwaves. It is an 18 ml, or.6 fluid ounces, bottle of touch-up paint. It also features a brush for easy application. This quick-drying, long-lasting paint...Read more

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$17.15

Drawer Roller

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Part #WP9871602

This bearing roller may also be known as the wheel assembly or the container roller bearing, and it is a piece for your trash bin. The function of this bearing is to work in conjunction with your trash bin to allow the canister to roll free. For this repair you will need a nut driver, a pair of pliers, a screwdriver set, and an adjustable...Read more

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$7.47

Trash Compactor Single Metallic Shoulder Screw Size 832 X 3\8

Part #WP780263

Sold Individually.

$52.67

Trash Compactor Power Nut Kit

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(5)

Part #WP9870163

Includes everything pictured above.

Spray Paint - 12 oz. - White

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(3)

Part #350930

Appliance spray paint is a great way to cover up any chips and scratches that have appeared on your appliances. Instead of replacing the part entirely, this is an easy fix. This is also a great way to give a fresh new look to any handles or areas that have discoloring due to wear. Make sure to clean the area before you begin and wear a pr...Read more

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$7.47

Dryer Support Roller Clip

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Part #WP90296

Sold Individually.

$27.36

Wheel Assembly - Kit of 2

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(8)

Part #882688

This wheel assembly, or roller assembly, is for a trash compactor. The kit includes two wheels that are approximately 1 inch in diameter each. The wheels allow the trash compactor container to roll in and out of the appliance. You may have to replace the wheel assembly if the container does not roll smoothly. To access the existing wheel ...Read more

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William - For model number TU900QPDB0

March 26, 2026

Looking for actual push button covers , they are all cracked Part # please

Hello William, thank you for reaching out to us. According to our research, the knob you are looking for is part number PS11742282. We hope this information helps!

$49.50

Trash Compactor On/Off Switch Knob

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Common Symptoms of the TU900QPDB0

How this model fails, and the parts that fix it.

Compactor ram gets stuck

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Doesn’t stop at end of compacting cycle

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Drawer is hard to open and or close

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Replacing the Washer Front Leveling Foot

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Compactor stuck in lower position

68 of 84 people found this instruction helpful.

Asbjorn from The Woodlands, TX
Easy
1- 2 hours
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)

Moved the compactor out from under cabinet and unplugged the powercable.Laid compactor over on its side Removed the top (4 screws) and base plate (3 screws) as well as the coverplate for the motor(3 screws)Found that large drive was broken in half. Used two screwdrivers to start split ring then pliers to pull it off the rest of the way. ... Read more r />Removed the drive gear and the washer.
Used a nail to drive out the pin for the smaller drive gear kit. Removed and replaced with new, used new pin to lock it on to the shaft. Changed out the bearings and washers on one powerscrew, put chain back on. Then was then a simple matter to put the new gear back on the chain then slide the whole thing back on the drive shaft. Replace the washer then slip the split ring back in place and seat it home with the pliers. Greased chain, gear drive and powerscrew. Put all covers back on with the screws. Pushed button it worked.
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STOP CAP

Drive Gear Kit

Washer

Trash Compactor Bearing

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Trash Compactor ram wouldn't lower

46 of 54 people found this instruction helpful.

Scott from Indianapolis, IN

Easy

15 - 30 mins

Nutdriver, Screw drivers

I pulled the trash compactor out from under the counter.

I took out the four screws that kept the top cover in place to expose the ram.

The gear shafts were turning but the ram would not lower, at first I though the ram drive bolts were stripped and it wouldn't engage the shaft. Then I realized there was a mechanical ... Read more directional\limit switch at the top that controlled the power and direction the gear shafts were turning, this switch was broken.

Just had to take off the front plate that was held on by a number of screws and replace the switch that was held on by two more screws. It had five wires attached to it, the new switch was clearly labeled as to which color wire went where.
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Compactor motor kept running after cycle ran, making alot of noise and unit jumping around.

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Keith from Keller, TX

Easy

15 - 30 mins

Screw drivers, Socket set

Pulled the Compactor from underneath cabinet, unplugged power. Removed the top plate off compactor to expose the crush piston. Removed the front control panel by removing two phillips screws, wiring and directional (limit) switch is now exposed. Removed the two screws securing switch, removed wiring one wire at a time and replaced on new ... Read more switch in same position. Replaced switch in same manner as removed, and followed reverse of above to re-assemble. Plugged back in and tested, problem resolved works like new. Only took possibly 30" to repair and saved an expensive service call.
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