Broan Elite 15SSEXF User manual

99044662A November 2010
Service Manual
Trash Compactor
Models 15SSEXF • 15BLEXF
Broan-NuTone LLC • 926 West State Street • Hartford, WI 53027 • 1-800-637-1453

2Safe Servicing Practices
Safe Servicing Practices
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, it is important that Safe Servicing Practices be
observed. The following are some limited examples of safe practices.
DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to complete it in a safe1.
and satisfactory manner.
Before servicing or moving an appliance, remove the power cord from the electrical outlet, trip the2.
circuit breaker to the OFF position, or remove the fuse.
Never interfere with the proper operation of any safety device.3.
USE ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGED FOR THIS APPLIANCE. SUBSTITUTIONS MAY4.
DEFEAT COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY STANDARDS SET FOR HOME APPLIANCES.
GROUNDING: The standard color coding for safety ground wires is GREEN, or GREEN WITH5.
YELLOW STRIPES. Ground leads are not to be used as current-carrying conductors. It is
EXTREMELY important that the service technician re-establish all safety grounds prior to completion
of service. Failure to do so will create a hazard.
Prior to returning the product to service, ensure that:6.
All electrical connections are correct and secure•
All electrical leads are properly dressed and secured away from sharp edges, high-temperature•
components, and moving parts
All non-insulated electrical terminals, connectors, heaters, etc., are adequately spaced away from•
all metal parts and panels
All safety grounds (both internal and external) are correctly and securely connected•
All panels are properly and securely re-assembled•
NOTE
This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical training and a
level of knowledge of these subjects considered acceptable in the appliance repair trade. Broan-
NuTone cannot be responsible, or assume any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from
the use of this manual.
Grounding Instructions
IMPORTANT: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
IF THERE IS ANY DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE WALL RECEPTACLE IS PROPERLY GROUNDED,
HAVE IT CHECKED AND PROPERLY GROUNDED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
A 220-240 volt, 50-60 Hz., A.C., 10 amp fused and grounded electrical supply is required (time-delay
fuse or circuit breaker is recommended). It is recommended that a SEPARATE CIRCUIT serving only this
appliance be provided.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR PLUG ADAPTER WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

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Table of Contents
Table of contents
Safe Servicing Practices............................................................ 2
Grounding Instructions.............................................................. 2
Features....................................................................................... 4
Section A – Installation.............................................................. 5
Free-Standing............................................................................... 5
Built-In Installation ........................................................................ 5
Mounting Straps....................................................................... 5
Under-Counter Opening .......................................................... 5
Cord Clamp ............................................................................. 6
Leveling the Compactor................................................................ 6
Section B – Cabinet.................................................................... 7
Trash Bucket................................................................................. 8
Remove ................................................................................... 8
Bucket Handle .............................................................................. 8
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 8
Slide Rails (Cabinet)..................................................................... 9
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 9
Slide Rails (Bucket) ...................................................................... 9
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 9
Door Assembly ............................................................................. 10
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 10
Reverse Door Hinge Position................................................... 10
Safety Interlock Actuator .............................................................. 11
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 11
Gasket Assembly.......................................................................... 12
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 12
Top Trim Cover Assembly ............................................................. 13
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 13
Section C – Power Unit Mechanism.......................................... 14
Drive Belt ...................................................................................... 15
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 15
Main Motor.................................................................................... 16
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 16
Complete Power Unit Mechanism ................................................ 17
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 17
Drive Wheels ................................................................................ 17
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 17
Ram Screw Assembly................................................................... 18
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 18
Section D – Electrical Components.......................................... 21
Start Switch .................................................................................. 22
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 22
Access to Components................................................................. 22
Remove Cabinet Cover............................................................ 22
Re-install Cabinet Cover.......................................................... 24
Control Panel Assembly ............................................................... 25
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 25
Display Module Assembly............................................................. 26
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 26
Key Switch.................................................................................... 26
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 26
Interlock Switch Assembly............................................................ 27
Remove and Re-install ............................................................ 27
Upper Limit Switch Assembly....................................................... 27
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 27
Lower Limit Switch........................................................................ 28
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 28
Motor Centrifugal Switch Assembly.............................................. 28
Remove and Replace .............................................................. 28
Motor Capacitor............................................................................ 29
Test, Remove and Replace...................................................... 29
Section E – Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Table................................................................... 31
Section F – Specifications
Specifications Table ...................................................................... 34
Section G – Diagrams and Parts Lists
Wiring Schematic ......................................................................... 34
Drawing and Parts List – Cabinet ................................................ 35
Drawing and Parts List – Mechanism .......................................... 36

4Features
How the compactor works
The compactor compresses household trash up to 1/6 of its original volume. It will compact normal household trash
including milk cartons, glass and plastic bottles, containers and jars, tin cans, wrappings, boxes, food wastes, etc.
When you start the compactor, an electrically powered ram moves down into the trash bucket, compresses the trash
and then returns to the “UP” position and shuts off automatically.
NOTE: The ram travels about 2/3 of the way down into the trash bucket. Because of this, the trash bucket must be at
least 1/3 full before you will notice any compression.
ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS
(SECTION D)
POWER UNIT
MECHANISM
(SECTION C)
CABINET
(SECTION B)

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Section A – Installation
Your compactor has been designed to require minimum
space without loss of capacity whether free-standing or
built-in.
Free-Standing
As shipped, the compactor is only congured for built-in
installations. This appliance can be converted from built-
in to free-standing with the use of Toe Kick Accessory Kit
Model 15TCTK (sold separately).
If additional cord length is required for free-standing
installation, remove the cord clamp and wire tie on the
back of the unit.
CAUTION
Failure to use Toe Kick Assembly Kit Model 15TCTK in
a free-standing installation may cause the compactor
to be unstable during operation.
Built-in Installation
MOUNTING STRAPS
TOP OF
COMPACTOR
FRONT OF
COMPACTOR
Two under-counter mounting straps are provided. Use
these straps to secure the compactor to the underside
of a countertop.
Fasten the slotted end of the straps to the compactor
using the holes in the top of the compactor cabinet as
shown.
NOTE: When installation compactor under granite or
solid surface countertops, bend the mounting straps so
they can be secured to the adjacent cabinetry.
UNDER-COUNTER OPENING
Opening
15" Wide
34-1/2" High
22" Deep
15" W
341/2" H
22" D
12" MIN
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
The compactor requires an under-counter opening 15-in.
wide, 34-1/2-in. high, and 22-in. deep.
Plan to provide an electrical outlet in the opening that
meets all applicable electrical codes and requirements.
See “Grounding Instructions” on Page 2 for specic
information.