GE GCG1700P, GCG1500P, ZCGS150P, GCG1580P, ZCGP150P User Manual

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Compactors

Model number /Numéro de modèle

Se rial nu mber /N umér o d e sé rie

W10190338A 165D4700P677 49-55053 9-08

Compactor

Owner’s Manua

Manuel du

propriétaire

du compacteur

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

COMPACTOR SAFETY.................................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................................... 3

Unpacking ..........................................................................................................................3

Location Requirements ...............................................................................................4

Electrical Requirements ..............................................................................................4

Undercounter Installation..........................................................................................5

COMPACTOR USE .......................................................................................... 7

How Your Compactor Works....................................................................................7

Loading ................................................................................................................................7

Starting Your Compactor............................................................................................7

Using Solid (Locked) Cycle..........................................................................................7

Using the Air Filter..........................................................................................................8

Removing a Filled Bag..................................................................................................8

Installing a New Bag.....................................................................................................8

COMPACTOR CARE ....................................................................................... 9

Changing the Air Filter..................................................................................................9

Cleaning...............................................................................................................................9

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 10

WARRANTY................................................................................................... 11

CONSUMER SERVICES ................................................................................ 12

GE SERVICE PROTECTION PLUS™ ............................................................ 13

CONSUMER PRODUCT OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION ........................... 14

SÉCURITÉ DU COMPACTEUR .................................................................... 15

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ............................................................ 16

Déballage.........................................................................................................................16

Exigences d’emplacement .....................................................................................16

Spécifications électriques .......................................................................................17

Installation sous un comptoir ...............................................................................18

UTILISATION DU COMPACTEUR............................................................... 20

Fonctionnement du compacteur........................................................................20

Chargement ...................................................................................................................20

Mise en marche du compacteur .........................................................................20

Utilisation du programme Solid (compression solide)

(Verrouillé)........................................................................................................................20

Utilisation du filtre à air.............................................................................................21

Enlèvement d’un sac rempli...................................................................................21

Installation d’un nouveau sac...............................................................................21

ENTRETIEN DU COMPACTEUR.................................................................. 22

Changement du filtre à air......................................................................................22

Nettoyage .......................................................................................................................22

DÉPANNAGE ................................................................................................ 24

GARANTIE..................................................................................................... 25

SERVICE À LA CLIENTÉLE........................................................................... 26

SERVICE PROTECTION PLUS™ DE GE...................................................... 27

ENREGISTREMENT DU PROPRIÉTAIRE DE

PRODUIT AU CONOMMATEUR ................................................................. 28

COMPACTOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

■ Read all instructions before using the compactor.

■ Close supervision is necessary when used by or near

children. Do not allow to be used as a toy, or to run unattended at any time. Lock Key Switch when not in use and store key out of reach of children.

■ Do not touch moving parts.

■ Do not operate with a damaged cord set, plug, motor, or

after damage in any manner. Have the compactor examined, repaired or adjusted by an authorized serviceperson.

■ Use only for intended use as described in this manual. Do

not use other than manufacturer's recommended attachments.

■ Do not compact toxic or volatile flammable material such as

oily rags and insect sprays. Do not compact lighted cigarettes, cigars, or other hot or burning items. Do not overload the compactor.

■ Do not take apart the compactor. Incorrect reassembly can

cause electric shock when subsequently used.

■ Handle a loaded trash bag with care. Sharp objects can

pierce the bag and cause injury. Do not overload trash bag with heavy material such as glass.

■ This compactor is intended for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner. Homeowner: Keep Use and Care Guide for future reference and for

local electrical inspector’s use, if required.

Unpacking

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install compactor. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

IMPORTANT:

■ Do not grasp console to move compactor.

■ Begin in the room where the compactor will be located.

1. Remove compactor from shipping carton. Remove all packaging

materials such as tape and shipping pads. Use a mild detergent and warm water to remove waxy residue caused by shipping material. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For more information, see “Cleaning.”

2. Be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of

the compactor.

3. Place the 2 corner posts from the carton on the floor near the

compactor. Open the compactor drawer and remove any shipping materials or other items from the drawer. Do not remove the compactor bag. Grasp the handle and raise the front of drawer until it clears the drawer stops. Grasp sides of drawer and lift drawer out of compactor. Place the drawer on the 2 corner posts.

4. Place the other 2 corner posts on the floor to the side of the

compactor. Grasp the sides of the compactor cabinet and put compactor on its side on top of the corner posts. Remove the shipping base from the bottom of the compactor.

A. Cord clip

A. Leveling legs B. Shipping base

Location Requirements

Product Dimensions

34¹⁄₈"

(86.7 cm)

Clearance Dimensions

Cutout Dimensions

24" min.

(61 cm)

15"

(38.1 cm)

3" min. (7.6 cm)

18" min.

(45.7 cm)

¹⁄₄" min.

(38.7 cm)

24"

(61 cm)

¹⁄₄" min.

(87 cm)

A. Leave 6" (15.2 cm) of clearance space to the right side of the

compactor in order to remove the compactor bags.

B. Leave 23" (58.4 cm) of clearance in front of the compactor in

order to fully open or remove the compactor drawer.

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

A. Grounded electrical outlet must be a minimum of

3" (7.6 cm) away from surrounding cabinets or nearby walls as shown. It can be placed either to the left or the right side of the compactor.

Recommended Grounding Method

This compactor is for use on a single phase, 115-volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused and properly grounded circuit and is equipped with a grounding plug as shown below. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

This compactor must be grounded while in use to reduce the risk of electric shock. The compactor is equipped with a three-conductor cord and 3 prong grounding-type plug to fit the proper groundingtype receptacle. The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Do not connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

Undercounter Installation

NOTE: Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have

everything necessary for correct installation. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified installer to assure that electrical installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances.

Tools needed:

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

■ Level ■ Phillips No. 2 screwdriver

■ Tape measure ■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ Pliers ■ ⁵⁄₁₆" Box-end wrench

■ Scissors ■ Utility knife

IMPORTANT:

■ Do not grasp control panel to move compactor.

■ Slide compactor onto cardboard or hardboard before moving

compactor across floor to avoid floor covering damage.

■ Do not allow the rear frame of the compactor to touch the floor

covering when lifting or moving compactor.

Undercounter Installation

NOTE: Installation hardware is not provided with full cabinet models.

1. Measure the height of your cabinet opening. The top of the

compactor should be at least ¹₈" (3 mm) from the top of the cabinet opening.

The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet opening height of 34¹⁄₄" (87 cm) (Position 1).

To adjust for other cabinet opening heights:

■ Loosen self-tapping screw just enough to clear stud from

hole in position “1.”

■ Move the rear wheel and stud to position “2” or “3” as needed

for your cabinet opening measurement: Position 2: 34¹⁄₄" to 34⁷⁄₁₆" (87 to 87.5 cm) Position 3: 34⁷⁄₁₆" to 34⁵⁄₈" (87.5 to 88 cm)

NOTE: To level the unit in position “3,” you may need to add shims under the leveling legs.

■ Tighten screw. Repeat for other rear wheel.

2. Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from cabinet. Adjust legs so

there will be a ¹⁄₈" (3 mm) to ¹₄" (6.4 mm) space between the top of the compactor and the top of the cabinet opening. Stand the compactor upright.

3. For model with cabinet, remove the plastic plugs from the

compactor cabinet top.

4. Move the compactor close to its final position.

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

6. Determine if you want the compactor frame or drawer front flush

with the cabinet front. Using the two #8-18 x ⁵₁₆" screws, install the retaining brackets to

cabinet top as needed:

■ If the compactor frame is to be flush with the cabinet front,

place retaining bracket screws through “1.”

■ If the compactor drawer front is to be flush with the cabinet

front, place retaining bracket screws through “3.”

■ If the compactor is to be midway between “1” and “3,” place

the retaining bracket screws through “2.”

A B

A. Countertop B. Retaining bracket

7. Slowly lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the cabinet

opening. Using the two #8-18 x ¹₂" screws, fasten the retaining brackets to

the countertop with the mounting screws. If brackets cannot be attached to the underside of countertop,

attach mounting clips to brackets. Fasten compactor to cabinet front with mounting screws through mounting clips.

Countertop mounting

A. Wheel bracket assembly B. Cabinet

1 2 3

C. Locating stud D. Self-tapping screw (pivot)

A. Countertop B. Retaining bracket C. Mounting screw

Cabinet-front mounting

A. Mounting clip B. Cabinet

C. Retaining bracket D. Mounting screw

8. Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place bottom of drawer

into tracks. Lift at the handle so drawer will go over drawer stops. Close drawer. Check to see if drawer opens freely. If the toe plate rubs against floor, see “Adjusting the Toe Plate” for further instructions.

Adjusting the Toe Plate

Installation

1. Remove the 2 rubber bumpers from the lower corners of the

inside drawer front. Set aside the bumpers and discard the screws.

2. Align the bottom of the custom panel with the bottom of the

exterior drawer front and rest the panel on the rest tab. NOTE: The bottom of the custom panel should not extend below

the bottom rest tab at the lower center of the exterior drawer front.

3. Secure the custom panel to the exterior drawer front by using

four #8 x 1" wood screws from the inside drawer front.

■ Install the top 2 wood screws as shown.

■ Use the bottom 2 wood screws to also reinstall the 2 rubber

bumpers on each side of the lower inside drawer while attaching to the custom panel.

4. Attach a 15" x ¹⁄₂" quarter-round filler along the top inside edge of

the drawer front using glue or screws.

If the toe plate rubs the floor covering, the toe plate clearance may be changed as follows:

1. Mark on each side of the toe plate the amount of toe plate that

rubs the floor covering.

2. Remove the drawer from the unit. (See Step 3 in the “Unpacking”

section.)

3. Use a ruler and a pencil or chalk to draw a line between the

marks on each side of toe plate.

4. Use scissors or utility knife to cut toe plate along line.

5. Replace drawer. If toe plate still rubs floor covering, repeat steps

1-4.

Installing a Custom Panel

Dimensions

Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use without a trim kit. The panel should be a minimum of ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) thick.

29 ³⁄₈"

(74.6 cm)

B C

A. Custom panel B. 15" x

¹⁄₂

C. Drawer front D. Four #8 x 1" wood screws placement E. Rubber bumper (one on each side)

" quarter round

15"

(

)

38.1 cm

COMPACTOR USE

How Your Compactor Works

The compacting ram is the part of the compactor which compresses the trash. The compacting ram does not go to the bottom of the drawer. You will not see compacting of trash the first few times you load the compactor.

NOTE: The compactor drawer should be more than ¹⁄₂ full before the compactor can begin to compress the load.

You may hear a noise when glass breaks. Strong glass bottles may not break at all. The trash in a full compactor bag will be about ¹⁄₄ the size of its original bulk.

IMPORTANT: Do not push items down into compactor with hands or

feet. NOTE: You will not see compacting of trash the first few times you

load the compactor. The compactor drawer should be about ¹⁄₂ full before the compactor can begin to compress the load.

1. Open the drawer. Lift and pull the handle or press the toe bar to

open the drawer. NOTE: Pressing the toe bar opens the container only 3" to 6" (7.6

cm to 15.2 cm), depending on the load.

Load bulky trash, bottles, and cans in the center of the drawer. Bottles or cans not placed in the center may become caught between the ram and the drawer. The Drawer Monitor Switch then senses a “misload” and causes the ram to return to the “up” position without compacting.

2. Place trash in compactor.

■ Wrap or cover wet or messy trash.

■ Do not compact items that may develop offensive odors

such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit rinds, disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.

■ Load bottles or cans on their sides in the center of the drawer.

Do not load bottles in an upright position.

Starting Your Compactor

1. Open container. Load trash.

2. Leave Key-Knob in ON position.

3. Set Solid Cycle switch to OFF.

Using Solid (Locked) Cycle

The Solid (Locked) Cycle extends the use of the bag by putting constant pressure on the trash to keep it from springing back. Regular use of solid cycle can increase bag capacity up to 25 percent.

During Solid Cycle, the ram will stay in the down position for extra compacting. The drawer is locked and cannot be opened when the ram is down.

For best results, use the Solid Cycle for at least 30 minutes at a time.

1. Open container. Load trash.

2. Set compactor Solid Cycle switch to ON.

3. Close the drawer.

4. Close container.

5. Lift foot pedal UP to START cycle.

3. Close container.

4. Lift the foot pedal UP to START cycle.

5. Container remains LOCKED untill you RESET by lifting the foot

pedal UP.

Using the Air Filter

1. Set the Air Filter switch to ON. The fan creates air movement in

the compactor for odor removal. NOTE: The charcoal Air Filter works only when the Key-Knob is in

the ON position.

2. Set the Air Filter switch to OFF to turn off the fan.

Removing a Filled Bag

When the trash is compacted to the top of the drawer, remove the bag. If the bag is too heavy, compact less trash before emptying it in the future.

IMPORTANT: Do not push items down into compactor with hands or feet.

1. Pull the drawer completely open.

2. Remove top of bag from bag retainer buttons. Pull up all four bag

cuffs. Close bag with twist tie provided.

3. Push Side-Lock Latch down and tilt drawer side open.

4. Lift out bag.

Installing a New Bag

Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially for use in your compactor. Order replacement compactor bags through your local dealer or by calling the toll-free number

1-800-626-2002 (U.S.), 1-800-661-1616 (Canada). IMPORTANT:

Before installing a new bag, be sure:

■ The drawer side is securely locked.

■ The container is clean and free of debris.

1. Place folded bag into the drawer. Open bag and pull top edges

over the drawer top.

2. Lock bag in place by pulling the four prepunched holes over the

bag retainer buttons. Holes will expand over the buttons without damaging the bag.

3. Press inside of bag against the drawer bottom, sides and corners

for a smooth fit.

COMPACTOR CARE

Your new compactor is designed to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you are expected to do in order to properly maintain your compactor. This section will tell you how to clean and care for your compactor.

Changing the Air Filter

It is recommended that you use the charcoal air filter in the filter compartment.

To order the correct replacement charcoal filters, call the toll-free number 1-800-626-2002 (U.S.), 1-800-661-1616 (Canada).

1. Insert fingertips in the air filter cover and pull until the side tabs

release. Then, lift the cover to release the bottom tabs.

2. Remove the air filter by pulling the top edge of the filter. The filter

should pull out easily. Throw away used filter.

3. Hold the lever-action lock down and tilt the side of the drawer out

until the lock clears the drawer front. NOTE: If desired, the drawer side can be removed by tilting it up,

then lifting it out.

4. Wash the interior of the drawer with a clean sponge or soft cloth

and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

5. If the drawer side was removed, slide it back into the tilted

position.

6. Press the lever-action lock (or Side-Lock Latch) down while

pushing the drawer side to the upright position.

7. Latch the drawer side by pushing up the lever-action lock (or

Side-Lock Latch).

Cleaning Inside the Cabinet

3. To replace air filter, push the replacement filter into place.

4. Insert the bottom tabs of the air filter cover and push in until the

side tabs snap into place.

Cleaning

Before cleaning the compactor, turn the Key-Knob (or Key-Switch) to the OFF & LOCK position and remove it.

NOTE: Any services other than those outlined in this section should be performed by a designated service representative.

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

1. Wash exterior surfaces (including stainless steel) with a clean

sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

2. Wipe up spills right away. Some foods can damage the finish if

left on the compactor surface.

Cleaning Inside the Drawer

NOTE: You may want to wear gloves since there may be bits of glass

in the drawer.

1. Remove the bag. See the “Removing a Filled Bag.”

2. Press down on the lever-action lock (or Side-Lock latch).

NOTE: You may want to wear gloves since there may be bits of glass

in the cabinet.

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops. NOTE: Look to see how the drawer rollers move in the tracks. It

will be easier to replace the drawer after you have finished cleaning.

2. Lift the front of the drawer to clear the stops.

3. Grasp the drawer on the sides and pull it out the rest of the way.

Set the drawer down gently.

4. Vacuum the inside of the cabinet. Liquid spills or wet trash should be cleaned up by hand, or by using a vacuum designed to pick up liquids.

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