The rotary switch kit is also known as the start switch or the on and off switch, and is used to power on your trash compactor. The function of the rotary switch kit is to control the electrical power that is going into your trash compactor. This process happens when the switch sendsvoltage to the motor to start the compacting cycle. If your switch is broken the trash compactor will not start. A multimeter test can be performed to test the switch for continuity. The rotary switch kit will come with an on and off rotary switch, and two chrome knobs.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Doesn’t stop at end of compacting cycle | Won’t start
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GEOFFREY S - 14 days ago
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Compactor switch
Came with everything pictured. Took less then 5 minutes to replace, super simple.
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William B - November 14, 2022
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Easy repair took maybe 15 min including the time to vacuum behind the compactor.
The part was exactly what I needed.
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August R - May 1, 2022
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compactor crush switch
the part was installed and so far it is operating as expected. however, it does not match the color of the original and is recessed about a half inch deeper into the console. seems to be a universal type switch. it works fine so far and that's the important issue with us.
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Joan B - March 6, 2022
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Easy purchase and Repair.
Super fast shopping. Part was perfect.
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Ellen L L - July 31, 2020
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Every thing we needed.
Back to working like it's was made to.
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Greg A - January 9, 2019
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All you need
The package has everything you need to change out a worn or broken switch.
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James M - December 8, 2018
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Easy Repair
The part was as described and arrived very quickly. Will definitely use PartSelect again.
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Easy Repair
The part was exactly what we needed. Works perfectly
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Rick B - November 12, 2018
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Easy repair
Part was correct and arrived in time. Would order again from partselect.
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Jim D - September 13, 2018
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Great
Had GE compactor but their part was no longer made this looked like it same # on switch it was the exact part took couple of minutes to install works great.
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Rotary switch had finally worn out and was brittle and broken on our 30 plus year old trash compactor.
Removed the switch knob, the outer nut, and the front plate. Unplugged the old switch from the 3 wires and plugged them into the new switch and put it back together with the new knob. Probably less than 5 minutes.
Pulled out compactor drawer and removed same, slid the compactor cabinet out and unpluged the appliance. Removed the two phillips head screws to release the control panel. lossened the locking nut from switch. matched the switches to be sure parts were the same,switched the wires to the new switch and reinstalled.replaced phillips screws,
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Remove two screws from panel above trash bin. Remove panel and remove wires from rotary switch. Remove lock ring from switch. Install in reverse order.
Ryan from Delta, CO
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
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Richard
April 25, 2018
Removed the three leads from part #675382 ,had a senior moment and can't remember where they go .
Hi Richard, Thank you for the question. Holding the switch with the one terminal at the top, the purple wire goes to the top terminal, The brownish orange wire goes on the left and the yellow on the right terminal. Hope this helps!
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Russ
November 28, 2018
I need the on and start switch for this model for my trash compactor can you help me find switch that works for that model
For model number KUCC15180
Hi Russ, thank you for your question. This would be the correct start switch for your appliance. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Phil Dolezal
July 18, 2019
Ordered new control knob and rotary nut previously. Turns out rotary start switch connector was also broken. Need new rotary start switch only, not illustrated kit. Help!
For model number 665.1350590
Hello Phil, thank you for inquiring. This Rotary Switch Kit part PS382679 is the correct replacement you are looking for on your model. Good luck with your repair!
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Phil
July 18, 2019
Thanks for your response but since i already have the control knob and the rotary nut, is it possible to purchase only the rotary start switch? ...instead of the entire kit?
For model number 665.1350590
Hi Phil, thank you for your question. Unfortunately no. It is all sold as a kit there. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Warren
January 15, 2020
I have lost the plastic knob that goes to this switch--the switch that rotates to the "start" position
For model number 655.1350596
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The model number you provided is not recognized. Please verify the number you provided us. If it is correct, we recommend contacting the manufacturer and seeing if they could provide you with a part number, and then you are always welcome to check back to see if we carry the part. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime if you require further assistance.
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John
May 26, 2022
I bought the rotating switch for this compactor but I’ve lost how to wire it! Can you help me wire this switch? Thank you very much
For model number 1386581
Hi John, Thank you for the question. Holding the switch with the one terminal at the top, the purple wire goes to the top terminal, The brownish orange wire goes on the left and the yellow on the right terminal. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
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Leo
August 27, 2023
My old switch does not engage, knob spins freely is the switch broken or is the knob worn out?
For model number KUCSO3CTWH1
Hi Leo, thank you for asking. According to our understanding, you may need to replace the knob, part number PS11747575, to fix the issue. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
