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Your Trash Compactor Model Number Could Be
  • On the frame of the unit, behind the trash door or drawer
  • To the rear or to the side of the door
  • On either the right or left inside of the cabinet

Sample Model Number Tag

The model number will most likely appear on either a paper sticker or a metal plate.

Model numbers can be made up of numbers, letters, or a combination of both such as "1005400" or "LAT100AAE".

They may also include the brand name or a year of production such as "16400 3900001-3999999 – 1993" or "2150LE-PREDATOR TYPE 1".

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Popular Trash Compactor Models

We Have 101 Models. Need help finding your model number?

 

ESMC-1
(P18011-11T)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1
(P18011-15T)
COMPACTOR STOR-MOR
ESMC-1
(P18011-2T)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1
(P18011-4T)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1
(P18011-6T)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1
(P18011-8T)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-11TA)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-15TA)
COMPACTOR STOR-MOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-2TA)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-4TA)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-6TA)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-A
(P18011-8TA)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-11TG)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-15TG)
COMPACTOR STOR-MOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-2TG)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-4TG)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-6TG)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-AG
(P18011-8TG)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-C
(P18011-11TC)
COMPACTOR
ESMC-1-C
(P18011-15TC)
COMPACTOR STOR-MOR
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Popular Amana Trash Compactor Parts

Screw
$2.86
In Stock
This is a screw and it is made for multiple appliances in your home. This model is called a sheet metal screw because it has sharp points, and the threads are closer together. This screw is designed to be driven directly into sheet metal or plastic. It measures to be less than 0.5 inches long, and requires a Phillips head screwdriver.
Screw, 8/18 x 3/8
$5.56
In Stock
This is a multi-use screw and can be used on a variety of appliances. The measurements of the screw are: 8/18 x 3/8. *Please note: the screw is sold individually. Refer to the manual provided by the manufacturer for further repair guidance.
Screw - 8-18 x 1/2
$5.22
In Stock
Sold individually.
SCREW
$2.86
In Stock
Sold individually.
Screw
$5.22
In Stock
This screw is a little under an inch long and is made of metal. It is used with a refrigerator's ice maker assembly. Sold individually.
Screw
$3.01
In Stock
Sold Individually.

Trash Compactor Repair By Symptom

79% Unusual noise
79% of Customers Reported
When your trash compactor starts making loud or unsual sounds you might find the drive gear or motor gear needs replacing. This repair guide helps you safely test those parts, among others.
12% Won’t start
12% of Customers Reported
When the trash compactor won't start up, take a look at the start switch, the directional switch, and the drive motor. If any of these parts are damaged or defective your appliance will not function properly, or at all.
6% Compactor ram gets stuck
6% of Customers Reported
If the ram inside your trash compactor gets stuck or jammed you may have a problem with the drive gear or directional shift. The troubleshooting guide walks you through how safely check and repair these parts.
3% Doesn’t stop at end of compacting cycle
3% of Customers Reported
If your trash compactor keeps running after the cycle, inspect the start switch and the directional switch. Our repair guide helps you safely test these parts.
3% Drawer is hard to open and/or close
3% of Customers Reported
Defective or damaged drawer rollers will make opening and closing the door of your trash compactor a challenge. Follow this troubleshooting guide as there also might be issues with the foot pedal.
3% Won’t stay on
3% of Customers Reported
If the trash compactor will not stay on for a complete cycle the problem might be with one of the switches, or the drive motor. Our troubleshooting guide will teach you how to test each part, and help you determine which part is causing your troubles.
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