GE Appliances Disposall GFC320, Disposall GFC530, Disposall GFC520, Disposall GFC1020, Disposall GFB760 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safety Instructions

Connecting Electricity ..... 2, 3

Safety Precautions .......... 2

Installation Instructions

Attaching the

Discharge Elbow ............ 6

Components and Installation

of Sink Flange ............. 5

Connecting Disposer

to Sink Flange .............. 7

Dimensions/Typical

Installations ................ 8

Dishwasher Connection ...... 6

Operating Instructions

Batch Feed Models .......... 9

Care and Maintenance ...... 10

Continuous Feed Models ..... 9

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call for Ser_,Jce .... 11

Model Line Series

(;FC320
(;FC520
(;FC530

CFC720

CFC1020

(;FB760

Consumer Support

Warranty ................ 12

Write the model and serial

numbers foryour disposall here:
Model #

Serial #

You can find them on a label on

the bottom of the dispose_.

165D4700P267 49-5941 07-02JR

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING.

INSTRUCTIONSPERTAININGTOA RISKOFFIRE,ELECTRICSHOCKOR
INJURY TOPERSONS

A WARNING'!

When using electrical appfiances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

_iUse this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Owner's Manual.

{{_iReadall the instructions before using the

appliance.

{{_iToreduce the risk of i_jury, close supervision

is required when an appliance is used near
children.

{{_iDonot put fingers or hands into a waste

disposeL

{{_iTurnthe power switch (normally a wall switch)

to the off position before attempting to clear
a jam or remove an object flom the disposeL

_When attempting to loosen a jam in a waste

disposm; use a long wooden object such as
a wooden spoon or the wooden handle of

a broom or mop.

_When attempting to remove objects flom

a waste disposer, only use long-handled,
non-magnetic tools or utensils, since the

disposer may be actuated magnetically.

_To reduce the risk of ii_jury by materials that may

be expelled by a waste dispose_; do not put the
following into a disposer:

a) Clam or oyster shells.
b) Caustic drain cleaners or similar products.

c) Glass, china or plastic.
d) I,arge whole bones.

e) Metal, such as bottle caps, tin cans, utensils

or aluminum foil.

f) Hot grease or other hot liquids.
g) Whole corn husks.

_When not operating a disposer, leave the drain

stopper in place to reduce the risk of objects
falling into the disposer.

Forpropergroundinginstructions,see the
ELECTRICALCONNECTIONportionof thismanual

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

If you are not famifiar with electrical power and procedures, call a qualified electrician.

DANGER:Improperconnectionof the equipment-

groundingconductor can result ina risk of electric shock.Check

with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as
to whether the appliance is properly grounded.Do not modify

theplug provided with the applianceif it wit not fit the outlet,

havea proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

2

For Models Equipped with a Grounded Cord:
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS:This appliance must

be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or

breakdown, grounding provides a path of least

resistance for electric current to reduce tim risk of
electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a

cord having an equipment-grounding conductor

and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged

into an appropriate oudet that is properly installed

and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. Most houses have electrical outlets

under tim sink that are half-hot. Tiffs means one
outlet is controlled by the wall switch, while the

other is always hot. The batch-feed or "TC" model
connects to the hot side, while the continuous feed
model connects to tim switch side.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY(cont.)

If you are not familiar with electrical power and procedures, call a quafified electrician.

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The power cord and/or connections must comply

with tile National Electrical Code, Section 422

and/or local codes and ordinances.

For Models Not Equipped with a Cord:

Ifyour disposer does not come equipped with a cord,

you can connect it in two ways:

1. Attach a power cord, IIlinilIltlIIl 18" ill length and

not to exceed 36" in length. (;E Kit #PM3X115
provides the parts needed to make this connection.

or

2. Wire tile disposer directl_ into tile house current.

GErecommends that a qualified electrician make

this connection.

ToAttach a Power Cord:
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS:This appliance must be

grounded. In tile event of malflmcfion or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for

electric current to reduce tile risk of electric shock.
Tile power cord (to be insmUed) must have an

equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. Tile plug must be plugged into an appropriam

outlet that is properly instaUed and grounded in
accordance with aU local codes and ordinances.

In the absence of local codes and/or ordinances,
tile outlet must comply with NEC requirements.

DANGER:Improperconnection of the equipment-

groundingconductorcanresultin a riskof electricshock.

Checkwith a qualifiedelectricianorservicemanif youare
indoubtas to whethertheapplianceisproperlygrounded.

NOTE:Disconnectelectricpowertodisposercircuitbefore

installation.Turnthe circuitbreakerto the OFFpositionor

removethefuse.

A. Connect the disposer to 110-120 Volt, 60 Hz AC

current only.

B. If a plug-in cord is used, use a three-prong

plug. Ground wire should be attached to tile
ground screw in the bottom of the disposer

(end bell).

Traceleadconnectedtothis

bladeandattachthat lead Ribbed

to white wire ondisposer. Side

1_ Wh_""enviewingfaceofelectricalplug

withgroundingpinattop,thelargerleftblade
isconnectedtotheidentifiedwire.

C. Use a cable clamp strain relief

connector where power cord
enters the disposer.

ToWire YourDisposerDirectlyinto
theHouseCurrent:

Nut

GErecommendsthata qualified
electricianmake this connection.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance must be

connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring
system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must

be run with the circuit conductors and connected
to the eqtdpment-grounding terminal or lead on

the appliance.

DANGER:Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result ina risk of electric shock.

Checkwith a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are
in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

A. If you use BX cable:

1. Install the cable connector in the hole.

2. Connect white wire to white lead of disposer.

3. Connect black wire.

4. Connect bare ground wire.

If BX cable is not used, provide a separate ground
wire to the nearest grounded connection, using the
screw in the end bell for the ground wire.

RedResetButton

Ground Screw

ToHouseCurrent
or PowerCord _----_"_ Remove

Bottomof the Disposer(endbell)

Bo

If your power suppb, does not include a ground wire,

you umst provide one unless metal cable is used.

Attach a copper wire securely to disposer ground

screw and attach other end of wire to the nearest
gxounded connection. Use only UL approved ground

clmnp. If plastic pipe is used in your h ore e, a qualified
electrician should install a proper ground. Most houses

have electrical oudets under the sink that are half-
hot. This means one oudet is conuolled by the wall

switch, while tile other is always hot. Tile batch-feed

or "TC" model connects to the hot side, while the
continuous feed model connects m the switch side.

Wire Nuts

CoverPlate

Strain
Relief

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Installation

Disposer

Instructions

I ff you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com I

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - S_,,,ethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Obse_,,e_,ll

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Gonsumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions

for fi_ture reference.

• Sldll level - Installation of tlfis appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time - 1 hour

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
insudleL

• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the _rananty.

PREPARATION

1. Disconnect electrical power supply to disposeL

2. Remove old disposer or sink flange assembly.

3. Inspect drain line. If it is heavily coated with hardened
gnease and accumulations, rout out with a plumber's

snake.

4. Remove old sealing mateviMs and gaskefing flom sink
opening, both top and bottom.

NOTE: Top and bottom of sink surfaces must be flee
of any materials to prevent leaks.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers

• Channel lock pliers, slip joint

• Nut driver

• Hammer

ADDITIONAL MATERIALSYOU MAY NEED

• Steel punch or wooden dowel

• Petroleum jelly or liquid soap

• Hose clamp

• Dishwasher drain connector

• Adjustable pipe wrench

• Plumber's putty (for cast sinks)

• Stepped rubber drain adapter

• Wire nuts

• Cable connector

• Flexible drain pipe

• Power cord kit (Part Number PM3X215GDS)

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Installation Instructions

El COMPONENTSANDINSTALLATION

COMPONENTS

..............*Stopper

*Removable

_lashGuard

/Sink Flange

RubberSink
FlangeGasket

SinkFlange-

Assembly

FiberGasket

SupportRing
(NoteArrows

IndicatingUp)

ountRing

JTightening Ears

._Cushi0n Mount

Groove_ Dishwasher

Disposer --

*Not used with batch feed model

Hopper _ "*"/Disa-_WchargeGasketlnlet

Elbow

EndBell _ Flange Discharge

(Electrical Elbow

Connections) RatingLabel

inThisArea

"rews

INSTALLATION OF SINK FLANGE

(Read completely before starting.)

CorrectlyInstalled Sink Flange

SinkFlange .,,,, RubberGasket

FiberGasket_

BottomBeadof

CushionMount _ _ _1-_ SinkFlange

;L // 2; _,

OpenAreaNoObstruction MountRingshouldbefree

Groove

Bottom

(shownfor properorientation)

(JJ_ SupportRing

to moveupanddown

_ Sink

CushionMount

NOTE: Pay close attention to the order of the sink
flange parts, as they have been correctly assembled
by the factory.

A. Disassemble the sink flange assembly flom the

disposer by turning the mount ring to the left

(clockwise) and removing it.

B. Raise the mount ring toward the top of the sink

flange. Remove the cushion mount and the mount
ring. You may want to practice installing the
cushion mount at this point before you are under

the sink.

C. Unscrew the support ring flom the sink flange and

remove the tiber gasket. You are now left with the
sink flange and the rubber gasket.

D. The rubber gasket is used instead of plumbers

putty with stainless steel sinks.

E. If no putty is used, insert the sink flange through

the rubber gasket into the sink opening. Do not
turn the flange once it is seated.

E If you use putty instead of the gasket, form a ring

around the underside of the sink flange. Insert the
flange into the sink opening, press down hard to
squeeze out excess putty. From under the sink,
trim off excess putty flush with the bottom edge
of the sink opening. Use putty sparingly on cast

iron sinks.

G.From underneath the sink,

slip the tiber gasket onto the
exposed sink flange. With
arrows pointing up, screw the
support ring onto the sink
flange and hand tighten until
the sink flange will not move. At

Hand-tightensink
flange

this point you may want to insert the stopper
in the sink and fill with water to check the sink

flange seal and insure there are no leaks.

H.Place the mount ring over

the sink flange and hold in
place while installing the
cushion mount (large side

down). Make sure the
groove on the inside of the

cushion mount fits over the
lip on the sink flange, CushionMountDetail

similar to putting the lid Top
on a plastic container.

Run your fingers
around the entire

cushion mount with
slight pressure. Do not press too hard. When the

cushion mount is properly seated, the mount ring
can be pulled downward over the cushion mount

and will be fiee to turn.

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Installation Instructions

I_ DISHWASHER CONNECTION (IF REQUIRED)

If you are connecting to a dishwasher, complete the
following step. If a dishwasher is not to be connected,

go on to "Attaching the Discharge Elbow" section.

KNOCK OUT PLUG

%

Using a blunt instrument (steel punch or wooden
dowel), knock out entire plug. Do not use a

screwdrNer or sharp instrument. When knockout
plug falls into disposer, you may remove it or

simply grind it up when the disposer is used. This

will not damage the disposer in any way, but may

take some time to grind, over the course of several
uses.

Knockout

plug

I_ CONNECT HOSE

(;onnect the dishwasher hose using a hose clamp.
If the hose size is different, you will need a

stepped rubber adapter.

Hose Clamp Stepped Rubber Adapter

I_ ATTACHING THE DISCHARGE ELBOW

CONNECT DISCHARGE ELBOW

Gonnect the discharge elbow to the disposer.* Make
sure all plumbing connections are tight.

Rubber
Gasket

rh.

Discharge
Elbow

* Some installations (see page 8 for examples) may

require the use of a flexible drain pipe.

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Installation Instructions

CONNECTING DISPOSERTO SINK FLANGE

ATTACH TO SINK FLANGE

%

Line up the disposer
under the sink flange.

Guide the hopper Mount
prqjections into the RingSlot

mount ring slots. Turn Hopper
tlle mount ring about Projection
1/4" to the right so

that tile disposer is
temporarily supported.

[] LINE UP WITH OUTLET PIPE

Turn tile mount ring and tlle disposer until tlle
disposer discharge elbow lines up with tile outlet

pipe (see page 8).

I_ LOCK MOUNT RING

Turn tlle mount ring slowly to tile right until it
locks up tight. Hopper projections must be to the

extreme left of the mounting slots. If tlle mount

ring is hard to turn, you may add a small amount
of petroleum jelly or liquid soap to the hopper
projection. Run water and check for leaks.

LockingDetail

HopperProjectionin
"Supported"Position

Discharge
Elbow

OutletPipe/1

HopperProjection Mount
in "Locked"Position MountingSlot Ring

CHECK FOR LEAKS

Gheck tile unit for leaks 24 hours after installation

[]

and first operation.

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DIMENSIONS

Installation Instructions

41/2"

GFC320ModelSeries

872"

GFC720ModelSeries

I_ 11/2"

GFC520ModelSeries

............8W'

----- 93/¢

GFB760ModelSeries

BatchFeedOperation

I-- 11/2"

SOME TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

137/1G"

!

GFC530ModelSeries

8W'

71/4"

F 5% _i

GFCI020ModelSeries

11/2"

Direct replacement for most
makes & models.

"9" for Model Series GFC320

and GFC520

"10" for Model Series GFC530,

GFC720 and GFC1020

"12" for Model Series GFB760

NOTE: It is essenual for the proper
operation of the disposer that this

dimension be 9"-12", depending upon the
models listed above, to avoid standing water

in disposer motor housing.

**Flexible drain pipe may be necessary for this application.

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SINGLEBOWL

'Approx.

DOUBLEBOWL
ENDOUTLET**

._ 'Approx.

DOUBLEBOWL

CENTEROUTLET**

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