GC900QPPB6 Whirlpool Trash Compactor - Overview

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15 Inch Compactor Bags - 15 Pack – Part Number: W10165295RP
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15 Inch Compactor Bags - 15 Pack
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These bags will fit most 15" rectangular compactors.
Touch-Up Paint - White – Part Number: 72017
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Touch-Up Paint - White
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This 18 ml bottle of white appliance touch-up paint is used to cover scratches or marks on your appliance. The white touch-up paint can be used on refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, clothes dryers, and freezers. This is a genuine OEM part and includes a brush applicator. Please remember to wear gloves to protect your hands when applying this paint.
15 Inch White Plastic Compactor Bags - 60 Pack – Part Number: W10165294RB
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15 Inch White Plastic Compactor Bags - 60 Pack
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Plastic compactor bags. 50% post-consumer recycled plastic 3 millimeters thick to protect from tearing. Slip-N-Grip design prevents the bag from slipping into the compactor. Fits 15" rectangular compactors.
Screw – Part Number: W11233072
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Screw
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This is a multi-use and multi-appliance screw. It can be used on a microwave, refrigerator, range/oven, air conditioner, dehumidifier, washer, or dryer. The measurements of this screw are 8 x 1/2 inch. It has 6 threads. Refer to the manual provided by the manufacturer for further information on repair and accurate guidance. Remember to wear work gloves as a safety precaution.
15" Paper Compactor Bags - 12 Pack – Part Number: 675186
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15" Paper Compactor Bags - 12 Pack
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Moisture-resistant liner. Pre-cuffed.
Washer Front Leveling Foot – Part Number: WPW10001130
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Drive Gear Kit – Part Number: 882699
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Drive Gear Kit
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This part is located at the bottom of your compactor and helps the drive motor power the compacting ram. If the drive gear is broken, damaged, or noisy, we suggest replacing it right away to avoid causing any more issues with your trash compactor. This kit includes the gears, washers, retainer clip, ram stop, and ram cam. This drive gear kit is a genuine OEM part, is white in color and made from plastic. Please remember to disconnect the power before starting your repair.
Deodorizer Block - Green Apple – Part Number: W10540355
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Deodorizer Block - Green Apple
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Refrigerator Screw – Part Number: WP489478
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Refrigerator Screw
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15" Compactor Bag Carrier with Easy Grip Handles – Part Number: 13030RP
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Trash Compactor Directional Switch – Part Number: WP777811
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Trash Compactor Directional Switch
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This top limit and direction switch controls power to the trash compactor motor, it stops the motor when the ram reaches the top, a bad switch may cause the ram to get stuck, keep the motor running, or stop the compactor from starting, unplug the compactor before repair, check the model number before ordering

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Eugene - For model number GC900QPPB6
May 20, 2022
Will not start
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Hello Eugene, Thank you for the question. With the information provided, this could indicate the Selector Off Switch is faulty and may need to be replaced. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Glenna - For model number GC900QPPB6
July 19, 2026
I need the control panel for this. The part number is W107236. The support bracket for the start switch broke.
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Hello Glenna, thank you for reaching out to us. If the control housing panel has broken, you will need to replace the housing, part number PS17647904. We hope this information helps!
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Jim - For model number GC900QPPB6
February 18, 2023
I need to replace the directional switch but don't know how to remove the access door.
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Hello Erik, thank you for reaching out. There are a few simple steps to remove the access door. First, you will require a flat-blade screwdriver and a quarter-inch open-ended wrench. Following are the steps that can help you: 1. First depress the foot pedal and pull the container drawer assembly and lift it off the track. 2. On the top front control panel is present. 3. Remove screws from the top of the control panel and let it hang with the help of wires. 4. Now look for the switch and remove the screws that hold the directional switch. We hope this sorts out your problem!
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Jan - For model number GC900QPPB6
November 28, 2023
My compactor is 2 years old, it will not turn on. there are two switching on the inside of the drawer could they be bad?
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Hi Jan, thank you for reaching out. Based on the description that you have provided, we would recommend checking the safety switch, part number PS405439, to fix this issue. We hope this is helpful!
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Chris - For model number GC900QPPB6
December 29, 2024
When running the compactor begins "banging" and will not stop at the end of cycle. I replaced the Directional Switch (WP777811) but no change. I also tested the old directional switch and it seems to be functioning properly. What now? The Three Button Front Panel that includes the On, Off ?
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Hi Chris, thank you for contacting us. Based on our understanding, we would suggest checking the drive gear, part number PS398589. You may need to replace it to fix the issue. We hope this sorts out your problem!
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Compactor stuck in lower position
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  • Asbjorn from The Woodlands, TX
  • Easy
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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.