Jenn-Air TC507 User Manual
JENN-AIR COMPACTORS/COMPACTEURS
TC507
9871894
Use & Care Guide
For assistance, call: 1-800-688-1100.
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Pour assistance, composer le 1-800-688-1100.
Table of Contents/Table des matières .............2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
COMPACTOR SAFETY ..................................................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4
Unpacking ....................................................................................4
Location Requirements ................................................................4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5
Undercounter Installation .............................................................6
Air Freshener ................................................................................7
Changing the Decorative Panel ...................................................7
COMPACTOR USE.........................................................................9
How Your Compactor Works.......................................................9
Loading.........................................................................................9
Starting Your Compactor ...........................................................10
Stopping Your Compactor .........................................................10
Removing a Filled Bag ...............................................................10
Installing a New Bag ..................................................................11
COMPACTOR CARE....................................................................11
Cleaning......................................................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12
RECYCLING WITH YOUR COMPACTOR ..................................12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .........................................................13
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................13
Accessories................................................................................13
WARRANTY ..................................................................................14
SÉCURITÉ DU COMPACTEUR ...................................................15
INSTALLATION DU COMPACTEUR ...........................................16
Deballage....................................................................................16
Spécifications d’emplacement...................................................16
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................17
Installation en-dessous du comptoir .........................................18
Assainisseur d'air .......................................................................19
Changement du panneau décoratif ...........................................19
UTILISATION DU COMPACTEUR...............................................21
Fonctionnement du compacteur................................................21
Chargement................................................................................21
Mise en marche du compacteur ................................................22
Pour arrêter le compacteur ........................................................22
Enlèvement d’un sac rempli.......................................................22
Installation d’un nouveau sac.....................................................23
ENTRETIEN DE VOTRE COMPACTEUR....................................23
Nettoyage ...................................................................................23
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................24
RECYCLAGE AVEC VOTRE COMPACTEUR .............................25
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .........................................................26
Aux États-Unis............................................................................26
Accessoires ................................................................................26
GARANTIE .....................................................................................27
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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 follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
follow instructions.
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.
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
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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep Use & Care Guide for future reference and for
local electrical inspector’s use, if required.
Unpacking
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
protective packaging materials such as tape and shipping
pads. Use a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and
warm water to remove waxy residue caused by protective
shipping material. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For more
information, see the “Cleaning” section.
2. Check to be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip
on the rear of the compactor.
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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.
4. Place the other two 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.
1
1. Leveling legs
2. Shipping base
Location Requirements
2
1. Cord clip
3. Place the two 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 two corner posts.
Product dimensions
341⁄8"
(86.7 cm)
15"
(38.1 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
4
Cutout dimensions
3"
(7.6 cm)
1
34 " min.
(87 cm)
18" min.
(45.7 cm)
24" min.
(61 cm)
15 min.
"
(38.7 cm)
1. Grounded electrical outlet must be a minimum of 3 in. (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 product.
Clearance dimensions
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Recommended Grounding Method
This compactor is for use on a single phase, 115-volt, 60 Hz, AC
only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded circuit and is
equipped with a grounding plug as shown below. Time delay fuse
or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. In the
event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. Do not modify the plug attached to the compactor; use
only with a grounded receptacle.
1. Leave 6 in. (15.2 cm) of clearance space to the right side of
the compactor in order to remove the compactor bags.
2. Leave 23 in. (58.4 cm) of clearance in front of the compactor
in order to fully open or remove the compactor drawer.
This compactor must be grounded while in use to reduce the risk
of electric shock. The compactor is equipped with a threeconductor cord and three-prong grounding-type plug to fit the
proper grounding-type receptacle. The green (or green and
yellow) conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never
connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.
The outlet should be properly installed and grounded in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and Local codes
and ordinances. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
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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 and materials needed for installation:
Level Phillips No. 2 Screwdriver
Tape Measure Flat-Head Screwdriver
Pliers
Scissors Utility Knife
IMPORTANT:
Do not grasp control panel to move compactor.
■
To prevent damaging floor covering, slide compactor onto
■
cardboard or hardboard before moving compactor across
floor.
■ Do not allow the rear frame of the compactor to touch the
floor covering when lifting or moving compactor.
Undercounter Installation
in. Hex-Head Socket Wrench
⁵⁄₁₆
2. Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from cabinet. Adjust
legs so there will be a
in. (3 mm) to
¹⁄₈
in. (6.4 mm) space
¹₄
between the top of the compactor and the top of the cabinet
opening. Stand the compactor upright.
3. Move the compactor close to its final position.
4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
5. Determine if you want the compactor frame or drawer front
flush with the cabinet front.
Using the two #8-18 x
in. screws, install the retaining
⁵₁₆
brackets to cabinet top as needed:
■ If the compactor frame is to be flush with the cabinet
front, place retaining bracket screws through “A.”
If the compactor drawer front is to be flush with the
■
cabinet front, place retaining bracket screws through “C.”
■ If the compactor is to be midway between “A” and “C,”
place the retaining bracket screws through “B.”
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2
C
B
A
1. Measure the height of your cabinet opening. The top of the
compactor should be at least
¹₈
(3 mm) from the top of the
in.
cabinet opening.
The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet opening of 34
in.
¹⁄₄
(87 cm). See Position A in picture following.
To adjust for other cabinet opening heights:
■ Loosen self-tapping screw just enough to clear stud from
hole in Position “A.”
■ Move the rear wheel and stud to Position “B” or “C” as
needed for your cabinet opening measurement:
Position B: 34
Position C: 34
in. to 34
¹⁄₄
in. to 34
⁷⁄₁₆
in. (87 to 87.5 cm)
⁷⁄₁₆
in. (87.5 to 88 cm)
⁵⁄₈
NOTE: To level the unit in position “C,” you may need to
add shims under the leveling legs.
Tighten screw. Repeat for other rear wheel.
■
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A
B
C
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1. Wheel bracket assembly
2. Cabinet
3. Locating stud
4. Self-tapping screw (pivot)
3
4
1. Countertop
2. Retaining bracket
6. Carefully lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the
cabinet opening.
Using the two #8-18 x
in. screws, fasten the retaining
¹₂
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
1
2
3
1. Countertop
2. Retaining bracket
3. Mounting screw
6
Cabinet-front mounting
3
1
2
4
1. Mounting clip
2. Cabinet
3. Retaining bracket
4. Mounting screw
7. 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
To e P l a t e ” for further instructions.
Adjusting the Toe Plate
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.
Air Freshener
The solid air freshener system is designed to help control odors
that might develop in the trash. An air freshener disc can be
purchased in department stores (not sold with compactor). Place
the disk-shaped solid air freshener into the air freshener
compartment. The air freshener should last 4 to 6 weeks. It is
used more rapidly when the temperature is high or the air is very
dry.
Changing the Decorative Panel
There are three options for changing the decorative panel:
Order an acrylic panel
■
Create a custom panel for use with a trim kit
■
■ Create a custom panel for installation without trim
To order an acrylic panel or a trim kit, see the “Assistance or
Service” section for information or call the toll-free number on the
cover.
Trim kit panel dimensions
Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use
with a trim kit. Then, follow the installation instructions provided
with the kit.
Flat panel: A ⁷³² in. (5.6 mm) thick panel is required. This is the
same thickness as a standard ¹₄ in. plywood or paneling.
13
1
6
23
"
(
60.5 cm
5
8
14 "
(
37.2 cm
)
Raised panel: The outer section of panel must be ⁷³² in. (5.6 mm)
thick to fit into trim. Design raised panel sections using
dimensions shown above.
5
8
7
32
"
(
5.6 mm
)
14 "
(
37.2 cm
)
1
2
)
1
4
1 "
(
32 mm
13
23 "
(
60.5 cm
)
1
6
)
5
16
"
(
)
8 mm
both sides
1. Raised panel or decorative trim
2. Outer section of panel
5
16
"
(
8 mm
)
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Trimless panel with handle
Trimless panel without handle
Dimensions
Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use
without a trim kit. The panel should be ¹⁄₂ in. to ⁵⁄₈ in. (13 mm to
16 mm) thick.
A thicker panel may need rounded front corners and a
NOTE:
cut-out for access to the handle.
2313/16"
(
60.5 cm
)
15"
(
38.1 cm
)
Installation
Remove foot pedal, toe guard, and decorative panel.
1.
Align the top of the custom panel with the bottom of the
2.
handle.
Secure the panel from the back using 4 – #8 x 1 in. wood
3.
screws as shown.
Reinstall the toe guard using the existing screws and ¹⁄₂ in.
4.
washer. Then, reinstall the foot pedal.
Dimensions
Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use
without a trim kit. The panel should be ¹⁄₂ in. (13 mm) min. thick.
Installation
Remove foot pedal, toe guard, decorative panel, and handle.
1.
Align the bottom of the custom panel with the bottom of the
2.
drawer front.
Secure the panel from the back using 4 – #8 x 1 in. wood
3.
screws as shown.
Attach a 15 in. x ¹⁄₂ in. quarter-round filler along the top of the
4.
drawer front using glue or screws.
Reinstall the toe guard using the existing screws and ¹⁄₂ in.
5.
washer. Then, reinstall the foot pedal.
1. Handle
2. Custom Panel
3. #8 x 1” Wood Screws
4. Toe Guard
5. Washer
6. Toe Guard Screw
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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.
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.
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WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Do not compact any container, aerosol cans, or
cloths which might contain insecticide, hair spray,
engine starting fluid, paints, liquids, thinners, or
any other poisonous or explosive products.
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
Cut Hazard
Do not push items down into compactor with
hands or feet.
Doing so can result in cuts.
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 in. to
6 in. (7.6 cm to 15.2 cm), depending on the load.
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