Fisher & Paykel GD50S1 User Manual
Installation instructions
and user guide
Food waste disposer
GD50S1
NZ
Contents
Safety and warnings 2
Installation instructions 3
Operating instructions 8
Cleaning and maintenance 9
Troubleshooting 10
Manufacturer’s warranty
Customer care 12
11
1
Important!
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The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are
subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification
availability in your country, please go to our website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
2
Safety and warnings
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important safety precautions !
When using this appliance, always use basic safety precautions, including the following:
Danger!
This appliance is not intended for the use by children or infirmed persons without supervision.
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is required when a waste disposer is used
near children.
Do not put fingers or hands into the waste disposer.
Unplug the unit before attempting to clear a jam or remove an object from the disposer.
As the waste disposer is magnetic, use only non-magnetic tools such as a wooden spoon or
long handled plastic tongs when attempting to loosen a jam or remove objects from the
waste disposer.
To reduce the risk of injury by materials that may be expelled by a waste disposer, do not put
non-food items, or any of the following into the food waste disposer:
a) Shells, such as mussel or oyster shells.
b) Caustic drain cleaners or similar products.
c) Glass, china or plastic.
d) Large whole bones.
e) Metal, such as bottle caps, tin cans, utensils or aluminium foil.
f) Hot grease or other hot liquids.
g) Whole corn husks or similar fibrous material.
When not operating the waste disposer, leave the drain stopper in place to reduce the risk of
objects falling into the disposer.
Your new appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions
before it is used.
Never unplug the waste disposer by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged.
Power cords must be replaced by a qualified electrician or authorised service engineer.
Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along it’s length or at either the plug
or appliance end.
Electrical Shock Hazard
To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance.
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WARNING!
Installation instructions
Before you begin
Please read these installation instructions completely and carefully.
The following installation instructions are intended as a general guide.
Please ensure that the waste disposal unit is installed according to local building codes for
your area.
Installation is recommended to be done by a qualified plumber or installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
Preparation
Removing an existing waste disposer, if installed
1
Disconnect electrical power supply to existing disposer.
2
Remove old disposer or sink flange assembly.
3
Inspect drain line. If it is heavily coated with hardened grease and accumulations, clear out the
build-up using a plumber’s rod or auger.
4
Remove old sealing materials and gaskets from sink opening, both top and bottom.
What you will need
Phillips screwdriver
Flat blade screwdriver
Steel Punch or wooden dowel
Petroleum jelly or liquid soap
Plumber’s Putty
3
Important!
Top and bottom of sink and sink flange surfaces must be free of any materials to prevent leaks.
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