Panel Ready 1.4 Cu. Ft. Built-In Trash Compactor, Architect® Series II KUCS03FTPA

1.4 Cu. Ft. Built-In Trash Compactor, Architect® Series II

Model: KUCS03FTPA

Color: Panel Ready

MSRP: $1,129.00

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1.4 Cu. Ft. Built-In Trash Compactor, Architect® Series II

Simplify your trash collecting and recycling efforts with this built-in trash compactor. Selecting the Solid Pack™ Control allows you to reduce trash volume by up to 80%. Not only will you use fewer bags, but with the odor management system, the trash compactor helps keep your kitchen odor free. The Architect® Series design includes a fully integrated front panel.

Features

Additional Features

Solid Pack™ Control

Reduces waste volume by allowing the compactor to condense the amount of garbage that would fill five trash bags into one bag.

5:1 Compaction Ratio

Reduces trash volume by up to 80%.

Customer Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by Debbie from Kitchenaid Trash Compactor We purchased this trash compactor a month ago as our 12 year old Kitchenaid Superba model was worn out and needed replacing. We were dissappointed that the Superba is no longer available as it was an incredible trash compacor and we loved the external controls. We purchased the Architect Series trash compactor and are pleased with the power and appearance. We find that the door/trash container does not seem as heavy duty as our previous one. We love our Kitchenaid appliances,(Micro-Oven combo.,stovetop,dishwasher and trash compactor,mixer)and plan to continue using your products.

Date published: 2015-06-08

Rated 4 out of 5 by mom_o_three from Works great--needs better install instructions. I made sure to include this Kitchenaid integrated trash compactor in my new kitchen. It works great for my family of 5 -- and all of our company! I no longer have to stop what I'm doing to make sure my trash can is emptied. I do suggest you include better installation instructions. Apparently this is not a common appliance in southwest Florida. My kitchen contractor and cabinet installer have struggled to get it installed so the integrated panel lines up correctly without showing 2" of mechanical stuff on the bottom...we're still struggling to get it installed correctly.

Date published: 2015-04-10

Rated 2 out of 5 by Us331242 from It is an awful design I guess I didn't know how good my maytag was until I bought a kitchenaid. So look it compacts garbage, sure, and does a great job at that, if you can stand the stink long enough to keep the garbage in the house to compact it, that is! The door doesn't seal, it is loose and let's the smells and odors out; it's cheap and not the quality of expect from KA. The fan and air freshener are a joke and its noisy so you don't want to leave it run forever. I do see why they put it in being the poor design. I wanted my maytag back but they already disposed of it!

Date published: 2015-04-21

Rated 2 out of 5 by lovebatonrouge from Had to call a repairman the day it was installed Our contractor installed this unit with a cabinet front on it. Attaching the cabinet front and getting it square with the rest of the cabinetry was a challenge due to the flimsy construction of the area the wood attaches to. Once he got it in the first time we ran it the unit started shaking violently at the end of cycle. We called out the local dealer and they covered all the repairs under warranty but it took three different part changes to get it to work properly. We are hoping it will last.

Date published: 2014-04-29

Rated 5 out of 5 by LuckyEnough from KitchenAid trash compactor I'm one of those women who thinks a well equipped kitchen ALWAYS includes a trash compactor. I've had three homes in the last twenty years and every one has included this. Just moved to the 3rd house and yep, first thing installed. Never had a single problem with any trash compactor from Kitchenaid and that about says it all as to why I keep buying them. A quality appliance that lasts for years. I can't give a higher recommendation.

Date published: 2014-07-03

Rated 4 out of 5 by theEntertainer from Great compacting! I looked long and hard for a compactor that had the "overnight" feature of compacting, leaving the ram extended for a period of time. This unit matches that need and provides outstanding compacting. Three weeks' trash before emptying. The door has more "wobble" than other compactors we have had ... not happy with that, as it may bruise the new cabinet beside it. We may avoid this by pulling the compactor forward in its niche.

Date published: 2015-01-09

Rated 2 out of 5 by Anonymous from Appearance We purchased this compactor to replace a previous unit. Service had to be done within two weeks as a retaining pin in the foot button had fallen out as it had no retainer. This unit has a door release at the bottom made of plastic. When the door is closed the plastic bar makes a rattle which indicates how cheaply it is built. There is no way a designer for this product did not hear the sound but obviously did not care.

Date published: 2015-04-10

Rated 3 out of 5 by Anonymous from Quality a little over-stated We bought this to replace a compactor that we used for 15 years. The Kitchen Aid is not as sturdy as our previous compactor of another brand. For the cost, almost $900.00(at an Outlet store), I certainly expected better. My husband had to re adjust it before we could use it. It wouldn't open or shut properly. He found the tracks in the back were poorly constructed. Doubt this will last 15 years :(

Date published: 2015-03-27

Rated 4 out of 5 by Jcurtis from Good product This replaced a Kitchenaid trash compactor that we owned for 19 years. I love having a trash compactor and the only reason I did not give this one 5 stars was because it does not seem as 'stable" when opened or closed compared to our old one. One advantage to the this compactor is it seems to hold much more trash before it needs to be compacted! Very much satisfied with this Kitchenaid compactor!

Date published: 2014-10-19

Rated 4 out of 5 by Scribbles from Nice Looking and Easy to Use We installed this compactor in our new home, have been using it about 6 weeks and we are happy with the appliance. Easily opens with the foot pedal and the compacting is also with a foot pedal instead of a knob. Easy to change the bag, too. One feature that would be a nice upgrade to the air freshener is to have it on a timer as opposed to it is either on (and loud) or off.

Date published: 2015-05-30