Questions and Answers for Maytag 15 in. Built-In Trash Compactor in Black-DISCONTINUED

A:  SONNY, The Maytag home appliance does have a Stainless Steel finish and it is a smooth surface, it is not brushed. You can view the finish on the product page by viewing the product images. As for installation, you can view the Installation & Assembly Guide on the product page under the Info & Guide section. This will walk you through step by step on how to install so you can make the determination if you would need someone else to install for you or not. Thank you for viewing this Maytag home appliance.

A:  No. But the delivery crew put it in place and essentially installed it.

A:  Yes, the guys brought the appliance into the kitchen and placed it were it need to be.

A:  No. but it was just slide in and plug in. problem was it had to be returned because door would not close right. got a Whirlpool the 2nd time. it is better but not great.

A:  Thank you for your recent inquiry with The Home Depot. Unfortunately, we do not offer installation of trash compactors. However, you may be able to find a local Home Depot recommended installer at redbeacon.com. For any other questions, please call our Appliance Hotline 1-800-455-3869.

A:  PJ, The depth of this Maytag 15" Built In Trash Compactor is 24" for the cabinet. The 25" measurement would include the foot pedal. It should fit fine in a 24" cutout space that you mentioned. Thank you for viewing this Maytag home appliance.

A:  junebug, I apologize for any issues that you are experiencing. I am unsure why the door would only open half of what you said it should open. I would need to ask a few more questions in order to provide an adequate answer on how to troubleshoot. In stating that, I would suggest that you call The Home Depot/Maytag Hotline at 877.461.3376, option 1, option 5. From there you will be able to speak with a service/parts Specialist. They would be able to help troubleshoot and find a solution for you. Thank you for being a Maytag customer.

A:  Hi KLDH, We would like to assist you further on this. Please give us a call at our Appliance Helpdesk # 1-800-455-3869. Thank you.

A:  KLDH, I am not aware of cardboard being visible along the side walls. In order to best answer your question, I would suggest calling The Home Depot/Maytag Hotline at 877.461.3376, option 1, option 5. You will be able to speak with a parts and service specialist. They would be able to view the actual part you are concerned about and tell you the material it is made of. Thank you for viewing this Maytag home appliance.

A:  Chuck, This compactor can also be freestanding. For a detailed explanation of how to convert to a freestanding model, you can view the use and care guide on the product page. It is available by clicking on the More Info tab or scrolling down to the bottom of the page and viewing the guide. Thank you for looking at this Maytag Trash Compactor.

A:  Golfnut, It is possible to put a customer panel on this Maytag Built In Trash Compactor. For details on the installation of a customer panel, please refer to the Use and Care Manual. This guide is located on the product page by clicking on the More Info tab or scrolling down to the bottom of the page. Thank you for viewing this Maytag home appliance.