GE UCG1600LBB, UCG1600LWW, UCG1680LSS Installation Guide
Installation Instructions
If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website
at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, please call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca
15” Built-In Compactors
UCG1650LII - Universal II - Also, refer to the instructions provided on the included template.
UCG1680LSS - Universal SS
UCG1600LWW - Universal WW
UCG1600LBB - Universal BB
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must
be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion,
electric shock, and to prevent property damage,
personal injury, or death.
WARNING
For personal safety, remove house fuse or open
circuit breaker before beginning installation to avoid
severe or fatal shock injury.
WARNING
Do not allow items to fall or collect behind the
compactor. Failure to follow this instruction could
result in a fire.
READ CAREFULLY
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
shown throughout these instructions.
While performing installations described in
this booklet, gloves, safety glasses or goggles
should be worn.
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions for the consumer’s and local
inspector’s use.
• 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 to 3 Hours. New
installations require more time than replacement
installations.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the GE Appliances Warranty. See
warranty information.
IMPORTANT
• This compactor is for household use only.
• Use this compactor only for its intended purpose.
• This compactor is designed for BUILT-IN
installations ONLY.
• Care should be exercised when the appliance is
installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of
damage to the power supply cord.
• If you received a damaged compactor, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
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Design Information
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
24”
(61 cm)
min.
15”
(38.1
cm) min.
34” (86.4 cm)
to
35” (88.9 cm)
33-3/4”
(85.7 cm)
min.
to
35”
(88.9 cm)
max.
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clearance at the
front for a full drawer
opening.
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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.
Locate the outlet 18” (45.7 cm) min. from
the floor, 3” (7.6 cm) min. from either side
23” (58.4 cm)
TOOLS
REQUIRED
• Level
• Phillips screwdriver
• Pliers
All parts are located in a package inside the drawer.
To order additional parts, call 800.626.2002 or visit
GEAppliances.com in the United States. In Canada,
call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca.
• Gloves
• Measuring tape
14-7/8” (37.8 cm)
PARTS SUPPLIED
• 6 mounting screws,
#8 x 11/16” (1.8 cm)
long
• 2 side-mounting clips
• 2 countertop retaining
brackets
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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.
MODEL WITH A CUSTOM DRAWER
PANEL - UCG1650LII
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 this model.
For planning purposes, you may order the
template in advance by calling GE Appliances
at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.423.2737) or by
visiting our website at GEAppliances.com in t he
United States. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344
or v i si t GEAppliances.ca.
Order Pub. No. 31-31582. Complete panel
installation instructions are included on the
template.
CUSTOM PANEL SIZE REQUIREMENTS:
Maximum panel weight is 12 LBS (5.4 kg).
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(1.9 cm)
Thick
Custom
Panel
´Ǝ
(74.5 cm)
´Ǝ
(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 to
avoid severe or fatal shock injury. 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.
- Electrical Shock Hazard
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
(CONT.)
Grounding Instructions:
For your personal safety, this appliance must be
grounded while in use to reduce the risk of electric
shock. The appliance is equipped with a threeconductor power supply cord and a three-prong
grounding-type plug to fit the proper grounding-type
receptacle. The green (or green and yellow-colored)
conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never
connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a
live terminal.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit and has a grounding attachment plug as
shown in the figure below. Make sure that the
appliance is connected to an outlet having the
same configuration as the plug. No adapter should
be used with this appliance.
3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle
3-prong
grounding
plug
Grounded outlet
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
The improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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.
Power
supply
cord
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must
be plugged into the proper mating three-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 three-prong
wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
Grounding
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
UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR
1
• Move the compactor close to the installation
location.
• Use a section of the shipping carton to protect
the finished floor.
• 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
LEVELING THE COMPACTOR
2
• The top of the compactor should be at least
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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.
IMPORTANT: Use the shipping carton as a pad.
Do not slide the compactor across a finished
floor. Damage will occur.
• 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.
• Use the leveling legs to adjust level front to back
and side to side.
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