A ram that goes down but does not return usually points at the drive or the limit switching rather than the motor. It is also the state in which a compactor is most tempting to poke at, which is exactly when people get hurt.
Turn the breaker off before opening anything. Owners can clean the bin area and check that the drawer closes squarely; the mechanism itself is a technician job, and on a unit of this age the first question is whether the needed part still exists.
Key Features
- Built-in compactor with drawer loading
- Documented in GE owner and installation instructions
- Interlocked drawer for ram safety
- Under-counter installation in a standard cabinet opening
Most Common Issues on This Model
01
Ram not returning to its home position
02
Drawer misalignment after years of use
03
Odour and residue in the bin area
04
Switch and relay faults on an ageing control