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KitchenAid Trash Compactor Container Roller Kit #882688

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the container slide rollers on a KitchenAid trash compactor. The most common reason for replacing the slide rollers is when the container doesn’t roll smoothly.

All of the information for this container roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Magic Chef, Roper

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, ¼ inch hex head bit, 9/16 socket and wrench

Step By Step Instructions

1
To replace the container drawer rollers in your trash compactor, you will need to uninstall the appliance from the cabinet.
2
Once the compactor is uninstalled, unplug the power cord.
3
Next, depress the foot pedal pull the container drawer assembly forward and lift it off of the track.
4
Now carefully lift the front of the compactor up and support it.
5
Unthread the front legs.
6
Remove the support and lower the appliance.
7
Next, remove all of the quarter inch hex-head screws securing the front panel.
8
Use a 9/16th inch socket to unthread the mounting nut securing the roller and pull the old roller off.
9
Install the new roller by inserting it into the frame.
10
Thread the mounting nut on and tighten.
11
Repeat this procedure for the opposite roller.
12
With the new rollers installed, realign the front panel and replace all of the screws to secure.
13
Support the compactor as you rethread the front legs.
14
Reposition the container drawer assembly on the track and confirm that the new rollers move freely.
15
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and reinstall the trash compactor in the cabinet.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the container slide rollers on a KitchenAid trash compactor. The most common reason for replacing the slide rollers is when the container doesn’t roll smoothly.

All of the information for this container roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Magic Chef, Roper

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, ¼ inch hex head bit, 9/16 socket and wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the container drawer rollers in your trash compactor, you will need to uninstall the appliance from the cabinet.
2
Once the compactor is uninstalled, unplug the power cord.
3
Next, depress the foot pedal pull the container drawer assembly forward and lift it off of the track.
4
Now carefully lift the front of the compactor up and support it.
5
Unthread the front legs.
6
Remove the support and lower the appliance.
7
Next, remove all of the quarter inch hex-head screws securing the front panel.
8
Use a 9/16th inch socket to unthread the mounting nut securing the roller and pull the old roller off.
9
Install the new roller by inserting it into the frame.
10
Thread the mounting nut on and tighten.
11
Repeat this procedure for the opposite roller.
12
With the new rollers installed, realign the front panel and replace all of the screws to secure.
13
Support the compactor as you rethread the front legs.
14
Reposition the container drawer assembly on the track and confirm that the new rollers move freely.
15
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and reinstall the trash compactor in the cabinet.

Applicable Product Model

icons/trash compactor
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Roller
Roller
$27.12
Total$0.00

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