GE Profile™ GCG1580LSS 15" Built-In Trash Compactor with 1.4 cu. ft. Capacity, Hidden Controls & Remo...Troubleshooting & Support

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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...
- tomdamato4
- Oct 17, 2010
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- 2 Solutions
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...
- newjack36
- Feb 3, 2010
- 687 Views
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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...
- joyoakes1
- Dec 21, 2009
- 464 Views
- 1 Solution
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
- cove49
- Sep 12, 2009
- 477 Views
- 1 Solution
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
- barnessix
- Oct 21, 2008
- 3689 Views
- 4 Solutions
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
- kzbiker
- Nov 9, 2008
- 278 Views
- 3 Solutions
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...
- dan_willett
- Aug 19, 2008
- 627 Views
- 1 Solution
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...
- dan_willett
- Aug 16, 2008
- 707 Views
- 1 Solution
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...
- whyknot
- Jan 11, 2008
- 339 Views
- 2 Solutions
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...
- bethjrobbins
- Sep 18, 2011
- 16 Views
- 1 Solution
GCG1580L0SS: Unit humms when

You need to replace the motor and drive gear.
- gcollins004
- Aug 6, 2011
- 78 Views
- 1 Solution
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...
- glenn_perry
- Jul 19, 2011
- 90 Views
- 1 Solution
My GE Compactor GCG1500L0BB continues

Click this link below, you can get required parts from sears online...
- anette_saxe
- Jun 22, 2011
- 58 Views
- 1 Solution
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...
- chris_stpaul
- Feb 26, 2011
- 49 Views
- 1 Solution
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...
- lvwendland
- Feb 7, 2011
- 176 Views
- 1 Solution

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- sooner114713
- May 18, 2012
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for refrigerator want wiring diagrams only
- elizabeth lucille grube
- Jan 29, 2012
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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...
- Scott Cummings
- Jan 26, 2012
- 6 Views
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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...
- Eddie Galarza
- Jan 22, 2012
- 23 Views
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no water GE model gss25wgmcww
- Mike Vales
- Jan 20, 2012
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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...
- Nancy Hillyer
- Jan 6, 2012
- 15 Views
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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...
- William Pierce
- Dec 27, 2011
- 15 Views
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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....
- William Pierce
- Dec 27, 2011
- 8 Views
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HOW TO FIX A TRASH COMPACTOR THAT WON'T OPEN
- mariahowards
- Nov 7, 2011
- 37 Views
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where I can get repair manuals for 3100 stone

where I can get repair manuals for 3100 stone compactors
- henry s
- Oct 15, 2011
- 4 Views
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