Troubleshooting & Support
Problems & Solutions
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my trash compactor a ge zcg3500 approx. 3 years
When the ram reaches the end of its downward movement, the motor stalls. When the motor stalls, it causes the motor centrifugal switch to...
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Compactor ram stuck partially down & door open
We just had this same problem. Your problem is most likely abroken plastic gear found at underneeath the bottom of the compactor. Pull out...
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Trash Compactor Model GCG1500LOBB. the foot
I also found that after 2 years my GE Profile Trash Compactor (purchased in June '07), the pedal was hanging down on the left side. I...
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GE trash compactor ZCG3100BVV-02 won't start.
Most likely a ram position switch but could also be a bad motor. process of elimination will lead to the faulty component...Eric
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GE Profile trash compactor is stuck
I turned off the breaker going to the compactor then switched it back on. When I tried the pedal again it worked
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door hard to open
The tracks that the door are on have to be cleaned and lubricated with WD40 or equivalent. This should solve your problem. Hope this helps
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GE Profile compactor
Here is an assembly drawing of your compactor.. Please note item # 102 ( direction switch) ..That may be affecting the perfomance of your...
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GE Profile trash compactor
Sure is... The motor drives a ram up and down to compact your trash... Like most drive systems.. it needs to find a refrence position near...
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trash compactor problem
I have had this problem on my GE Monogram. The 'smasher' is near the bottom and does not move anymore, even though the motor is...
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My compactor wil not start.
ck behind the bucket for paper / broken glasss/ and make sure the binin in all the way . there are inter lock sw;s . in the front of bin...
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GCG1580L0SS: Unit humms when
You need to replace the motor and drive gear.
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I've got a GE trash compactor (GCG1580PSS).
Look up and down, may have an installation apparatus hooked into the counter top and the floor. Go to manualsonline.com to download...
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My GE Compactor GCG1500L0BB continues
Click this link below, you can get required parts from sears online...
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buzzing noise.. not working
The motor and gears are stuck.Or the gears are cracked and needs replacing.But in most of the cases the gears or motor is getting...
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GCG1580LSS trash compactor when I
Hi The hum sound means that the motor is bad and should be replaced. Hope this helps...please post back for further...
Unsolved Problems
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What is the secret in installing the trunnion nut...
Bought the new nut but cannot get in screwed all the way down. Any suggestions on getting the nut past the metal...
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GE Profile Trash Compactor won't stop running
The only way to shut it off is through the circuit breaker. I thought it would reset but it didn't. It just...
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I cannot get my trash compactor to open the door.
Is their a "spot" that I can use to open it? The pedal does not seem to work other than opening it about 2...
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i have a ge compactor model gcg1500L0bb when the...
i have a ge compactor model gcg1500L0bb when the pedal is preseed it hums if I rotate the drive shaft a few truns it...
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when pedal is pressed motor hums. If i turn the...
when pedal is pressed motor hums. If i turn the drive shaft a few turns then it will work but only through one cycle....
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where I can get repair manuals for 3100 stone
where I can get repair manuals for 3100 stone compactors
Manuals & Guides
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