GE GCG1580 SS, GCG1500 BB, GCG1500 WW, GCG1700 II', ZCGS150 SS User Manual

Installation

Instructions

15” Built-In Compactors

GCG1580 SS

GCG1500 BB

GCG1500 WW

GCG1700 II*

ZCGS150 SS

ZCGP150 II*

*For ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II, also refer to the instructions provided on the template packed with those models.

– Observe all governing codes

Safety Information

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.

• IMPORTANT

and ordinances.

•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.

•Skill Level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.

•Completion time – 1 hour.

•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

•Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. See Owner’s Manual for warranty information.

IMPORTANT

•Use this compactor only for its intended purpose.

•This compactor is designed for BUILT-IN installations ONLY.

WARNING!

Do not allow items to fall or collect behind the compactor. Failure to follow this instruction could result in a fire.

CAUTION:

For personal safety, remove house fuse or oven circuit breaker before beginning installation to avoid severe or fatal

shock injury.

	CONTENTS		Installation Preparation	5
	Design Information		Electrical Requirements ................................................
			Grounding Requirements	5
	Models Available	3
			Unpacking the Compactor	6
	Product Dimensions and Clearances	3
			Leveling the Compactor	7
	Tools Required	3
			Adjusting the Retaining Bracket	7
	Parts Supplied	3
			Adjusting the Base Toekick	7
	Advance Planning		Installation Instructions
	Clearances	4
			Position the Compactor under the Countertop	8
	Models with a Custom Drawer Panel	4
			Attach the Compactor to the Countertop	8
			Reinstall the Compactor Drawer....................................	9
			Installation of the Trash Bag Caddy ..............................	9
			Finalize Installation ..........................................................	9

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		Design Information
	MODELS AVAILABLE
	GCG1580 SS	*For ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II, also refer
	GCG1500 BB	to the instructions provided on the template
	GCG1500 WW	packed with those models.
	GCG1700 II*
	ZCGS150 SS
	ZCGP150 II*

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

24″ (61 cm)	15-1/8″
min	(38.4 cm)
	min
	34″ (86.4 cm)
	to
	35″ (88.9 cm)

33-3/4″

(85.8 cm) min.

to

35″ (88.9 cm) max.

Locate the outlet 18” (45.7 cm) min from the floor, 3” (7.6 cm) min from either side

23″ (58.4 cm)

14-7/8″ (37.8 cm)

•Allow 23″ (58.4 cm) clearance at the front for a full drawer opening.

•Allow 6″ (15.2 cm) clearance on the right side to the nearest vertical wall or cabinet for bag removal.

•Note: This compactor is designed for built-in applications only.

TOOLS REQUIRED		PARTS SUPPLIED
• Level		• 6 mounting screws (located in the literature package)
• Phillips Screwdriver		• 2 countertop retaining brackets
• Pliers		• 2 side mounting clips
• Gloves
• Measuring Tape

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ADVANCE PLANNING

CLEARANCES

•You should be able to fully open the compactor drawer. Six inches (15.2 cm) is required on the right side of the compactor for bag removal.

•Allow 23 inches (58.4 cm) in front of the compactor to remove the drawer.

•This compactor is designed as a built-in appliance only. It may be located in any convenient space under a countertop.

DO NOT OPERATE FREE-STANDING.

•The compactor may be installed beneath countertops of stone or other materials that will not accept screws. No trim kit is required.

The compactor must be securely installed in a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house structure. Weight on the compactor drawer could cause the compactor to tip and result in injury. Never allow anyone to climb, sit or hang on the compactor drawer.

MODELS WITH A CUSTOM DRAWER PANEL

Models ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II

The custom drawer panel and custom handle of your choice should be secured to the compactor before installation begins. A template with instructions and installation hardware is provided with those models. For planning purposes, you may order the template in advance. Order Pub. No. 31-30597. Complete panel installation instructions are included on the template.

CUSTOM PANEL SIZE REQUIREMENTS:

Maximum panel weight is 12 LBS (5.4 kg).

	3/4″
	(1.9 cm)
	Thick
	Custom
			29-5/16″
	Panel
			(74.5 cm)

14-7/8″

(37.8 cm)

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Installation Preparation

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING!

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance.

•The power supply cord and plug should be brought to a separate 15 or 20 ampere branch circuit single grounded receptacle. The outlet box should be located within reach of the 36" (91.4 cm) power cord.

•This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.

•If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

WARNING!

The improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.

•Electrical Ground is REQUIRED on this compactor.

•DO NOT ground to a 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 extension cord with this compactor.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or serious injury.

Recommended Grounding Method:

For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70—latest edition* and all local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle

3-prong grounding plug

	Power
	supply	Grounding
	cord
		plug

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:

*National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02260

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Installation Preparation

1UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR

•Move the compactor close to the installation location.

•Use a section of the shipping carton to protect the finished floor.

•Do not use the handle to lift the compactor.

•Remove all protective packaging materials such as tape or shipping pads. Remove waxy residue caused by shipping material with a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and water.

•Check that the power supply cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of the compactor.

Cord clip

IMPORTANT: Use the shipping carton as a pad. Do not slide the compactor across a finished floor. Damage will occur.

UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR

(CONT.)

•Open the compactor drawer and remove any shipping materials or other items shipped in the drawer.

•Do not remove the compactor bag (if installed).

•Grasp the sides of the drawer and lift it out of the compactor. Place the drawer on a protected surface. The drawer can scratch a finished floor.

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Installation Preparation

2LEVELING THE COMPACTOR

•The top of the compactor should be at least 1/8″

(3 mm) from the top of the cabinet opening. You can adjust the height of the compactor by turning the screws on the front leveling legs and rear wheels.

Front leveling legs

Rear wheels

•Place a level inside the compactor on the floor of the cabinet.

•Use the leveling legs to adjust level front to back and side to side.

3ADJUST THE RETAINING BRACKET

•Determine installation depth of the compactor beneath the countertop.

•Adjust the position of the retaining brackets so that the screws can meet the underside of the countertop.

•Mounting clips are provided for stone or other hard countertops that will not accept screws.

Retaining bracket

Countertop

4 ADJUSTING THE BASE TOEKICK

A toekick extension is supplied. It can be used to cover any gaps from the bottom of the compactor to the floor.

•Remove the top toekick screws as shown. Lift off top toekick piece.

•Loosen the base toekick screws, adjust to touch the floor and tighten the screws.

•Reinstall the top toekick piece with the original screws.

Top toekick

		Loosen screw
Adjustable
		on each side
lower toekick

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Installation

5POSITION COMPACTOR UNDER THE COUNTERTOP

WARNING!

When moving the compactor, use gloves to protect and cushion your hands.

To protect the finished flooring, use a dolly to move the compactor near the installation location.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

•Plug the power cord into a properly grounded receptacle.

•Carefully lift the front of the compactor slightly and roll the unit into the cabinet opening until the retaining brackets stop.

Lift here

6ATTACH THE COMPACTOR TO THE COUNTERTOP

•Use two #8-18 x 1/2″ (45.7 cm x 1.3 cm) mounting screws to fasten the retaining brackets at the top

of the compactor to the underside of the countertop.

Retaining

bracket

Mounting

screws

•If the brackets cannot be attached to the underside of the countertop, attach mounting clips to the bracket. Fasten the compactor to the cabinet front with mounting screws through the mounting clips.

Retaining

bracket

Mounting

screw

Mounting clip

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