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Safely Information m SafetyPrecautions....... 3,4 Congratulations! YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily Welcome to the GE flintily. WeTe prnud of our quality products and we are committed to pro_4.ding dependable service. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the fiiendly voices of our customer ser4ce deparmaent.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! For your safe_ the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal inju_ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • This compactor is for household use only. Use this appliance only fro- its intended puqoose as described in this Owner's Manual. Do not use other than manufacturer's recommended attachments. • Close supe_wision is necessary when any appliance is operated near children.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. ,, ELECTRICAL SAFETY When using electrical eppfiances, basic safety precautions To prevent hazard of electrical shock, this compactor must be properly installed and gn'ounded in accordance with the Installation hastructions before it is used. Do not operate with a damaged cord set, plug, motor, or after damage in any maimer. Have the appliance examined, repaired, or adjusted by an authol-ized service technician.
About the trash compactor.
About using the trash compactor. What It Does and How It Works Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as 1/4 of its original It compacts most refuse, including paper, cans, bottles,jars, sweepings and some t_)od wastes. Drop Ii_tsh into a disposahle start tile conlpactor, all volume. plastic containers, _aappings, bag that lines the trash dcawer and close the drawer.
Loading Lift the trash dcawer handle or press the touch-toe hal and pull the drawer out. Remember. • l_)ltles and large cans compact best when laid flat near the center of the drawer. • To help keep the ram clean when conlpacling messy Ibod waste, place a c_mple _t fi tided sheets of newspaper or a [m'ge grocely bag (m top of the load to be compacted.
About usingthe trash compactor. Removing a Full Trash Bag [] Pull thedrawerconapletelyopen. ] Rein(we the top of the bag li-om lhe bag i'el_tillel- I)utt()ll_;. Pull u I) all ibm bag ++ ull_;. [_ Close the bag with the twist ties provided. o I 8 !- [_ Push the side-lock latch d_,w+_ and tilt the drawer side open. [] Lift the bagout.
Careand cleaningof thecompactor. As is true of most appliances, proper care is needed to give you continued satisfaction. Before cleaning the compactor, turn the key-knob to the OFFposition and remove. If you will be away for more than a couple of days, remove the compactor bag. Lock the compactor and remove the key-knob and store it in a safe place.
Installation Instructions. Before you start... Proper installation SIII'C \Oil }IIIVC installaliim. is your rcsl)onsibility. C\'cwtliillg" nt't{'_;s;ll_ 11is I]l(' [)('rsollal Makt, t()l ('OlTC('I respimsihilily ;rod ol)ligalion 111Iht" (list i illlCl' tl) (:Olthi(l ;i (tualilit!d inslallur Io ;l_StllC lhal c'lt'( Irk;i| inslallalion iiict.l_; nadonal and all ]oc;tl ('o(It._ and ()rdhi;lnct.s. Groundedelectricaloutletis required. Check the location incl,\lied.
Electrical groundis requiredon this compactor. DONOT groundtoa gas pipe, DO NOT change the power supply cord plug. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit. A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock. DO NOT use an extensioncordwith this compactor. ElectricalShock Hazard Check with a qualified electrician if youare not sure the compactoris properlygrounded.
InstallationInstructions(cent). Starting to Install... with the compactor in the room where it will be installed. DO NOT Slide the compactor hardbo;u'd cardhoard ohm hell)re re(wing the floor to I_revenl I 2 to nl()ve c()mpaclor. _m/s l) console NOT allow (Oll]p;iclor or conll)aClOr damaging l)O ;icross tim rear t(I t()tR:ll when lifting or C()VCI'ilI_ Ilo()r ,_o\ cring, Ihe m 1e i matelJa] s st c ] s iapt and shipping pads. l?.emo\'c waxy, residue (anscd Will1 a iniM sohilion o
The top oft he conlpactor should be at least Measure the height of your cabinetcabinet opening. I/8" (3 mm) ti'om llte lop nfthe )pelling. The rear wheels arc preset tim atcabinet opcnntg height ot 34 1, 4 (8 / cm) (l+,stum A ). ) • , 1os t on B 34-1/4 Jt to 34-7/16 (87 to 87.5 cm) ,tl P<>sitionC: 34-7/16" to ?,4-5/8" (87.5 to 88 +rat) Tighten s+few. Repeat lin ()lher rear wheel. CaNnel 1% at!just tor odmr cabinet opening heights, 1<)i)Sell screw jtlsl enough to dear stud fYoln hole in position "A".
InstallationInstructions(cent). Plug the )ower snpply cord into a properly Move the compactor gq-ounded receptacle. close to its final position. Careflllly lift tile [iont slightly and roll conq)actor into the cabinel openin_ until the retaining brackets stop the unit. Using the two #8 -I 8 x 1/2" screws, tasten tile retaining brackeus to the underskle of the countertop with the mounting scre_s.
Installing a Custom Panel To order installation your a colnr-nlatched ofa local attthorized To locate trim kit f_)r tile custom-n_ade an authorized panel, Custom-madepanel dimensions contact GE dealer. GE dealer your area, call the GE Answer at 800-626-2000. Available kits l;.)r custom-made GPF82B(B/ack) GPF82C(Bisque) GPF82W(White) GPF82S(Stainless Steel) in Center 23'%_" (RO5era) panels are: Flatpanel:A 7/32" (5.6 ram) thick panel is required.
Before you call for service... O Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes Compactor won't operate Compactor What To Do is unplugged Circuit breaker/fuse tripped/bloval is Key-knob switch may not be in position • Make sure (otd is I)luggcd working otHlet. '41'('11t .i ( ',hot k h_m_t' t ill _il hruakt,_'s filSCS ()l IUN('I C]} i]llO _l t\_st's, l/.cpim c blCilkUt.
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TrashCompactorWarranty. or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, call 80O-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: One Year Fromthe date of the original purchase GE Will Replace: Anypart of the compactor which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-Fear warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Service TelephoneNumbers. GEAnswer Center _ /ntheU.S.: 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center ®is open 24 hours a day, 7 clays a week. InCanada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 5800 Keaton Crescent, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5R 3K2. In-HomeRepairServiceIntheU.S.: 800-4.?2-2737 Expert GE repair ser_,ice is only a phone call m_ay. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400. SpecialNeedsServiceIntheU.S.: 800.626.
