KUCS03CTSS0 KitchenAid Trash Compactor - Overview

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15 Inch Compactor Bags - 15 Pack – Part Number: W10165295RP
15 Inch Compactor Bags - 15 Pack
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Manufacturer #: W10165295RP
Trash compactor bags are a practical way to discard your waste. Due to the extreme pressure of the compactor, trash compactor bags designed to handle the force are necessary. These bags are made from ...
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Drive Gear Kit – Part Number: 882699
Drive Gear Kit
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PartSelect #: PS398589
Manufacturer #: 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...
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15" Paper Compactor Bags - 12 Pack – Part Number: 675186
15" Paper Compactor Bags - 12 Pack
PartSelect #: PS382653
Manufacturer #: 675186
Moisture-resistant liner. Pre-cuffed.
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Foot, Front - Single – Part Number: WPW10001130
Foot, Front - Single
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Manufacturer #: 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 imp...
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15" Compactor Bag Carrier with Easy Grip Handles – Part Number: 13030RP
15" Compactor Bag Carrier with Easy Grip Handles
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PartSelect #: PS1782408
Manufacturer #: 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 carri...
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Directional Switch – Part Number: WP777811
Directional Switch
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PartSelect #: PS11744742
Manufacturer #: WP777811
The function of the directional switch on your trash compactor is to ensure the ram lowers to compress your trash, then returns to the top position. If your trash compactor does not complete this task...
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Charcoal Filter – Part Number: WP4151750
Charcoal Filter
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PartSelect #: PS11742279
Manufacturer #: WP4151750
This part is sold individually. The filter is black in color and measures approximately 4-1/2 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches high. This part is for your trash compactor. This part acts as a filter and de...
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Touch-Up Paint - White – Part Number: 72017
Touch-Up Paint - White
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Manufacturer #: 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...
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Rotary Switch Kit – Part Number: 675382
Rotary Switch Kit
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Manufacturer #: 675382
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...
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Switch Knob – Part Number: WP9871800
Switch Knob
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PartSelect #: PS11747576
Manufacturer #: WP9871800
This start switch knob, also known as a rotary switch knob, is used for a trash compactor. The knob allows you to activate the compactor when the knob is turned or pushed. It comes in black and it mea...
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15 Inch White Plastic Compactor Bags - 60 Pack – Part Number: W10165294RB
15 Inch White Plastic Compactor Bags - 60 Pack
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PartSelect #: PS1964577
Manufacturer #: W10165294RB
This is a 60-pack of plastic compactor bags. These bags are 15 inches wide, 3 millimeters thick and are white in color. The 3-millimeter thickness makes the bags more durable and helps prevent tearing...
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Screw – Part Number: WP489478
Screw
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PartSelect #: PS11742754
Manufacturer #: WP489478
Sold individually.
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Gene
April 22, 2023
Trash compactor does not stall the motor and reverse direction when it gets to the bottom of the travel. If I stop manually with the switch and restart it then travels back up. I checked the Top Limit and Directional switch and the Rotary Start/Stop switch and the continuity is working properly. I replaced the plastic ram stops. The Plastic power nuts appear to be in good shape - don't see any cracks or stripped threads. Not sure what to try next. Thanks for the help.
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Hello Gene, Thank you for writing. The top limit/directional switch should have no continuity when activated. If yours has continuity, it may need to be replaced. We hope this helps!

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Ida
November 8, 2021
The left side of the foot step has detached away from the foot pedal. I can only open the drawer on the right side of the foot pedal. What parts do i need to repair it?
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Hello Ida, Thank you for your inquiry. We have researched your model and recommend first checking the screws on the left hand side to make sure it is tight. We also recommend checking the wheel and roller assemblies as well. Good luck with your repair.

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Common Symptoms of the KUCS03CTSS0

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Compactor ram gets stuck
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Compactor stuck in lower position
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.
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Powerscrew Cap Drive Gear Kit Washer BEARING
  • Asbjorn from The Woodlands, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Trash Compactor ram wouldn't lower
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 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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Directional Switch
  • Scott from Indianapolis, IN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Change out defective switch
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, all Done !!!
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15" Compactor Bag Carrier with Easy Grip Handles Rotary Switch Kit
  • Edward from Deerfield Beach, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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