Replacing the Wesco Kickmaster spring

Replacing the Wesco Kickmaster spring – everything you need to know

Is the lid of your Wesco Kickmaster bin no longer closing properly, or does it not spring open smoothly when you press the pedal? There is a good chance that one or both springs need replacing. Fortunately, this is a straightforward repair that will keep your bin working for years to come.

How do you know if the spring is defective?

The Wesco Kickmaster works via a pedal mechanism that opens the lid through a spring system. Every Kickmaster has two springs fitted in the system. When the lid hangs loosely, no longer closes fully, or moves in a jerky manner, there is almost always a spring that is worn or broken.

Two springs – and why you should replace both

Although sometimes only one spring is visibly defective, we always recommend replacing both springs at the same time. The springs wear at a similar rate, meaning the still-functioning spring is typically also nearing the end of its lifespan. By replacing both in one go, you avoid having to disassemble the mechanism again shortly afterwards.

Order the Wesco 8011751 replacement spring for the Kickmaster

Installation: here is how to do it

The installation is easy to carry out without any tools. The video below shows you step by step how to replace the springs:

Watch the installation video on YouTube

Important: check your model first

The spring with article number 8011751 is suitable for the following Kickmaster models:

• Kickmaster Classic Line 33 Litre (art.no. 182631)
• Kickmaster with damper (art.no. 184631 or 184634)
• Kickmaster without damper (art.no. 180631 or 180634)
• Kickmaster Maxi 40 Litre (art.no. 180731)

Do you have a Kickmaster Classic (CL)? Then you need a different spring. The Kickmaster Classic has a different mechanism and is not compatible with this part. View the correct parts via the Wesco Kickmaster CL parts page.

All parts for your Kickmaster

In addition to the replacement spring, more original parts are available to fully restore your Kickmaster, such as the pedal, pedal rod, damper and inner bucket.

View all Wesco Kickmaster parts

Why repair instead of replace?

With a set of replacement springs, your bin will be as good as new. Not only is this more cost-effective than buying a new one, it is also the more sustainable choice. Less waste, more value from a quality product — exactly what Wesco stands for.