Maytag Trash Compactor Hardware

Drive Gear Kit This is a genuine OEM drive gear kit for your trash compactor. It includes the drive gear, pin spring, a retaining clip which is also known as a c-ring, ram stop, and the ram cam. The ram is used to compact the trash and if it is getting stuck, making excess noise, or is not stopping at the end of the cycle, then the drive gear may need to be replaced. Before beginning this repair, please be sure to disconnect the power supply to the trash compactor.

Screw, 8/18 x 3/8 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.

Single Metallic Shoulder Screw - Size: 8-32 x 3\8" This is an authentic OEM replacement part. This shoulder screw is commonly used in the assembly of trash compactors. Most often is it found at the base of the container, which holds the trash that is being compacted. We recommend you refer to model specific diagrams for appropriate uses and applications. This screw is made of metal, and it is 8-31 x 3/8? in size. This replacement screw is sold individually. Before repairing your trash compactor make sure you unplug it.

Range Screw This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer. This self-tapping screw is commonly used in kitchen appliances, such as trash compactors and ranges. The uses vary depending on appliance type, therefore we recommend you refer to model specific diagrams for appropriate applications. This replacement screw is made of metal, and it is 8-18 x 3/8? in size. This screw is sold individually.

Screw 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 Sold individually.

Rotary Nut This is a genuine OEM replacement part. This switch nut is commonly used in the assembly of trash compactors. It can often be found holding the knob in place on the back of the appliance. However, due to the variety of uses for this part we recommend that you refer to model specific diagrams for exact placement and appropriate applications. This nut is made of metal, and it is sold individually. Make sure you unplug your trash compactor before you begin any repair work.

Nut This is a genuine OEM replacement part. This replacement nut is commonly used in the assembly of trash compactors. This nut is the roller wheel lock nut, it is what hold the wheel in place at the bottom of the frame. To install the nut you will need a wrench, you simply need to thread the nut onto the roller wheel shaft. This nut is made of metal, and it is sold individually.

Screw, Ground

SCREW Sold individually.