How Do You Fix A Trash Compactor?
If your trash compactor’s motor is working but the machine won’t flatten your trash, you could have a broken or stretched drive chain or drive belt. Tightening the belt or replacing it is a snap. Step 1 Unscrew the compactor from your kitchen counter, using a screwdriver. Step 2 Lay the unit on its side and locate the drive chain or belt. It will be under a cover plate on the top or bottom of the machine. Step 3 Remove the cover plate, using a nut driver and socket. You’ll see the drive gear, one or more power screw sprockets, and a drive chain or drive belt. Step 4 Inspect the chain or belt. If it appears slack, you just need to increase the tension as explained in step 7. If it’s broken, buy a replacement at an appliance store, then go on to step 5. Step 5 jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep5 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/ehows/steps/books/246_a1.jpg’); }); Loosen the motor mount bolts, using a socket wrench and socket (see A). Then
