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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Trash Compactor Start Knob Replacement #9871800
KitchenAid Trash Compactor Start Knob Replacement #9871800
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$54.24Estimated Savings
$112.5000:38
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the start knob on KitchenAid trash compactors. The most common reason for replacing the knob is if it is lost, perhaps after having been removed to childproof the appliance.
All of the information in this start knob replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Whirlpool
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, needle-nose pliers
All of the information in this start knob replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Whirlpool
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, needle-nose pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the start knob on your trash compactor first confirm that the old knob is in the “off” position then pull out to remove.
2
Install the new start knob by aligning the tabs on the knob stem with the notches in the start switch.
3
Once installed, confirm that the new knob activates the switch properly
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the start knob on KitchenAid trash compactors. The most common reason for replacing the knob is if it is lost, perhaps after having been removed to childproof the appliance.
All of the information in this start knob replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Whirlpool
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, needle-nose pliers
All of the information in this start knob replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Whirlpool
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, needle-nose pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the start knob on your trash compactor first confirm that the old knob is in the “off” position then pull out to remove.
2
Install the new start knob by aligning the tabs on the knob stem with the notches in the start switch.
3
Once installed, confirm that the new knob activates the switch properly
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Knob
$54.24
Total$0.00
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