6657342401 Kenmore Trash Compactor Parts List

Drive gear kit (gear, drive)

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.

Rotary switch kit (switch, rotary)

This rotary on/off switch kit comes with an on-off rotary switch and two chrome knobs. The switch is used to power the trash compactor. Once activated, the switch will send a voltage signal to the motor to start the compacting cycle. If your trach compactor will not start or does not stop at the end of the compacting cycle, the switch may need to be replaced. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the trash compactor before starting your repair.

Foot, front - single (bolt, leveler)

The adjustable leveling leg is used to support and keep your washer level. It also allows you to adjust the height of your washer. If your washer is shaking, vibrating, or moving during operation you may need to replace this part. This part has a rubber foot, almost 3” long and is made of metal and rubber. This is a genuine OEM part and is sold individually.

Drawer roller (bearing, roller, container)

The drawer roller is used for your trash compactor. The roller attaches to the bottom of the lower frame to allow the container drawer to slide in and out easily. If the roller jams up, it can keep the drawer from opening correctly and you may need to replace the roller. This part measures approximately 1” in diameter and is sold individually. This is a genuine OEM part.

Wheel assembly - kit of 2 (bearing, roller)

The wheel assembly includes two wheels for your trash compactor. The wheels attach to the bottom of the lower frame to allow the container drawer to slide in and out easily. If the wheels jam up, causing the drawer not to open correctly, you may need to replace them. This is a genuine OEM kit.

Drive motor (used w/776171 motor)

The drive motor operates the trash compactor press, also known as a ram, that helps compact the trash. When in use the drive motor will activate the press by turning the gears and a chain, causing it to lower into the trash, compact it and then raise back up. If your compactor is noisy or not compacting, you may need to replace the motor. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the trash compactor before starting the repair.

Key (knob-key switch)

Single hex head screw (screw, 8 x 1/2 ab)

Sold individually. The size of this screw is 1/4" hex head and 10-12 x 1/2".

Screw (screw, 10-16 x 1/2)

This screw is sold individually.

Trash compactor bag retainer (cam, spray actuator)

The bag retainer helps hold the bag in place inside the container.

Bearing (bearing, needle thrust)

Sold individually.

Bearing (race, thrust)

Sold Individually.

Nut (lock nut 3/8-24)

Sold individually.

Transformer screw (screw, 8-18 x 1/2)

This screw is sold individually.

Trash compactor drawer assembly (container assembly)

Comes with drawer, frame, rollers and hardware.