Kitchenaid KTTS505EBL Use & Care

COMPACTOR USER

INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com or call us at 1-800-422-1230.

You will need your model and serial number located on the right-hand side, behind the compactor drawer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................4

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

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

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12

WARRANTY ..................................................................................14

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COMPACTOR SAFETY

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.

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.

Unplug the compactor before servicing.

Do not modify the plug attached to the compactor; use only with a grounded receptacle.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

(61.0 cm)

(86.7 cm)

Location Requirement

Product Dimensions

341/8"

15"

(38.1 cm)

Cutout Dimensions

24"

Clearance Dimensions

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

3" min.

(7.6 cm)

24" min.

(61.0 cm)

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.

18" min.

(45.7 cm)

151/4" min.

(38.7 cm)

341/4" min.

(87.0 cm)

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. 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 t the proper grounding-type 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. Do not modify the plug attached to the compactor; use with a grounded receptacle.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools

Installer: Leave User Instructions with the homeowner. Homeowner: Keep User Instructions for future reference

and for local electrical inspector’s use if required.

Tools needed:

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

■ Level

■ Tape measure

■ Pliers

■ Scissors

■ Phillips No. 2 screwdriver

■ Flat-head screwdriver

■ 5/16" box-end wrench

■ Utility knife

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.

Begin in the room where the compactor will be located.

1. Remove compactor from shipping carton. Follow the

instructions on the shipping carton.

2. Remove all packaging materials such as tape and shipping

pads.

3. Use a mild detergent and warm water to remove waxy

residue caused by shipping material.

4. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For more information, see

the “Cleaning” section.

5. Be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip on the

rear of the compactor.

To install handle:

■ Insert screws into the holes from the inside of the drawer.

■ Place handle on the front of the drawer and align handle

screw holes with screw ends.

■ Tighten screws snugly.

Two screws inserted into holes from inside of drawer

Top of drawer

Handle installed

on drawer front

9. Grasp the front of the drawer and tilt it backwards slightly

while pulling forward to clear the drawer stops.

10. Grasp the drawer handle or sides of drawer and lift drawer

out of compactor.

Power cord clip

6. Place two of the four corner posts from the packaging on the

oor near the compactor.

7. Press the foot pedal to open the compactor drawer and

remove any shipping materials or other items from the drawer.

NOTE: Do not remove the compactor bag.

8. If the compactor has a full front panel, install the handle. The

handle is located inside the drawer.

11. Place the drawer on the two corner posts.

12. Place the other two corner posts on the oor to the side of

the compactor.

13. Grasp the sides of the compactor cabinet and place

compactor on its side on top of the corner posts.

14. Remove the shipping base from the bottom of the

compactor.

Leveling legs

Shipping base

Corner posts

NOTE: Before returning the compactor to the upright position, adjust the height of the compactor as necessary using the following “Height Adjustment” instructions.

Height Adjustment (optional)

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

compactor mounting screw head should be at least 1/8" (3 mm) from the top of the cabinet opening.

The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet height of 341/4" (87 cm). See Position “1” in the following picture.

To adjust for cabinet opening heights greater than 341/4" (87 cm):

■ 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”: 347/16" to 3411/16" (87.5 to 88.1 cm) Position “3”: 3413/16" to 35" (88.4 to 88.9 cm) NOTE: To level the compactor in position “3”, you may

need to add shims under the front leveling legs. The

shims should be approximately 1/4" (6 mm) thick.

■ Tighten screw.

Cabinet

Undercounter Installation

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 qualied installer to assure that electrical installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances.

IMPORTANT:

■ To avoid damaging oor covering, slide compactor onto

cardboard or hardboard before moving compactor across oor.

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

oor covering when lifting or moving compactor.

1. Move the compactor close to its nal location.

2. Remove cord clip from the back of the compactor. Plug into

a grounded 3 prong outlet.

3. Determine if you want the compactor cabinet frame or

drawer front ush with the kitchen cabinet face.

4. Rotate the two top retaining brackets 180°. The screws are supplied in position “2”. If desired, adjust the

brackets to position “1” or “3” as described below:

■ If the compactor frame is to be ush with the cabinet

front, place retaining bracket screws through “1”.

■ If the compactor drawer front is to be ush with the

cabinet front, place retaining bracket screws through “3”.

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

leave the retaining bracket screws through “2”.

Position 1

Wheel bracket

assembly

1 2 3

Self-tapping screw (pivot)

Locating stud

2. Stand the compactor upright. If you are changing the rear

wheel height, move the corner posts to the opposite side and lay the compactor on its other side. Adjust the other rear wheel.

3. Use pliers to lower the front leveling legs away from the

compactor cabinet. Adjust the leveling legs to agree with the position of the rear wheels.

Rear Wheel position:

“1”: 3/16" (4 mm) from bottom plate “2”: 9/16" (14 mm) from bottom plate “3”: 3/4" (19 mm) from bottom plate

3/16

" (4 mm) at

default position 1

Leveling leg

Countertop

Retaining bracket

5. Slowly lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the

cabinet opening.

6. Adjust the leveling legs until the compactor is level and

stable. Place a level inside the bottom of the cabinet as shown. Check the compactor leveling side to side and back to back.

Bottom plate

4. Stand the compactor upright. Dispose of/recycle all

packaging materials.

7. Using the two #8-18 x 1/2" (13 mm) screws (provided), fasten

the retaining brackets to the countertop with the mounting screws.

Countertop Mounting

Countertop

Retaining

bracket

Mounting screw

(provided)

NOTE: If the retaining brackets cannot be attached to the underside of countertop, see the “Cabinet-face Mounting” section.

Cabinet-face Mounting (use if countertop mounting is not possible)

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

marks on each side of toe guard. Use scissors or a utility knife to cut toe guard along line.

4. Replace drawer. If toe guard still rubs oor covering, repeat

steps 1-3.

Retaining

bracket

Mounting clip

(provided)

Screw

(provided)

Cabinet face

8. Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place the wheels of

the drawer into the tracks. Lift at the handle so drawer will go over drawer stops. Close the drawer. Make sure the drawer opens and closes freely.

If the toe guard rubs against oor, see the “Adjusting the Toe Guard” section for further instructions.

Adjusting the Toe Guard

If the toe guard rubs the oor covering, the toe guard clearance may be changed as follows:

1. Mark on each side of the toe guard the amount of toe guard

that rubs the oor covering.

Installing a Custom Panel

Dimensions

Use these dimensions to create a custom panel. The panel should be a minimum of 1/2" (1.3 cm) thick.

293/8" max (74.6 cm)

15" max (38.1 cm)

Installation

1. 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 which is located at the lower center of the exterior drawer front.

2. Remove the drawer from the compactor. (See steps 9 and 10

in the “Unpacking” section.)

Rest tab

Secure the custom panel to the exterior drawer front by

WARNING

using four #8 x 1" wood screws from the inside drawer front. There are seven holes available for use.

2. Attach a 15" x 1/2" (38.1 cm x 13 mm) quarter-round ller

along the top inside edge of the drawer front using glue or screws.

Custom panel

WARNING

Four #8 x 1"

15" x 1/2

quarter round

Drawer front

Four #8 x 1"

wood screws

placement:

seven holes

are available

for use

wood screws

placement:

seven holes

are available

for use

COMPACTOR USE

How Your Compactor Works

The compacting ram is the part of the compactor which compresses the trash.

IMPORTANT: The compacting ram stops 7" (18 cm) from the bottom of the drawer. You will not see compacting of trash until the drawer is more than 1/2 full.

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

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 rst few times you load the compactor. The compactor drawer should be at least 1/2 full before the compactor can begin compressing the load.

1. Open the drawer. Lift and pull the handle or press the foot

pedal to open the drawer.

NOTE: Pressing the foot pedal opens the drawer only 3" to 6" (7.6 cm to 15.2 cm), dependent upon the load.

Cut Hazard

Cover glass items when compacting to better contain fragments.

Failure to do so can result in cuts.

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, sh, grapefruit rinds, disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.

■ Load bulky trash in the center of the drawer.

■ Load bottles and cans on their sides in the center of the

drawer. Do not load bottles in an upright position.

3. Close the drawer. 7

Starting Your Compactor

Key-knob

OFF

ON ON

OFF

AIR

SOLID

FILTER

PACK

Control switches

1. Open drawer. Load trash.

2. Turn the Key-knob to the ON position.

3. Set Solid PackTM cycle switch to OFF.

4. Close drawer. NOTE: The Key-knob is removable. Remove the Key-knob to

disallow children to operate the compactor. Press the footactuated Start button in with your toe to start the compacting cycle.

Using Solid PackTM (Locked) Cycle

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

During the Solid PackTM 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.

IMPORTANT: During the Solid PackTM cycle, the drawer remains locked until you press the foot-actuated Start button to raise the ram.

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

1. Lift and pull the handle or press the foot pedal to open the

compactor drawer.

2. Set compactor Solid PackTM cycle switch to ON.

3. Close drawer.

4. Press the foot-actuated Start button in with your toe to start

the compacting cycle.

5. Press the foot-actuated Start button to raise the ram and

allow the drawer to be opened.

Using the Air Filter

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

in the compactor for odor removal.

OFF

SOLID PACK

AIR

FILTER

NOTES:

■ The Air Filter only works when the Key-knob is in the On

position.

■ If you hear noise while the compactor is not in use, it

might be the fan has been left on.

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

Removing a Filled Bag

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Two people may be required to remove and transport compacted bag.

Unlock latch to assist in the removal of the bag.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

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.

WARNING

Cut Hazard

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

Doing so can result in cuts.

1. Lift and pull the handle or press the foot pedal to open the

drawer.

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

bag cuffs. Close bag with a twist tie.

3. Release drawer side latch. Tilt drawer to the right. This

Pre-punched holes and bag buttons

Filter

releases pressure on the bag making it easier to remove the bag.

4. Lift out bag.

5. Latch the drawer if it was unlatched.

Installing a New Bag

Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed specically for use in your compactor. Order replacement compactor bags through your local dealer or by calling the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section.

IMPORTANT:

Before installing a new bag, be sure:

■ The drawer latch is securely locked.

2. Lock bag in place by pulling the four pre-punched 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 t.

NOTE: The ram can and will tear improperly installed bags.

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.

Before changing the air lter, open the drawer and turn the Key-knob to the OFF position and remove it. NOTE: Any services other than those outlined in this section

should be performed by an authorized service representative. Cleaning

Changing the Air Filter

It is recommended that you use the charcoal air lter located under the lter cover.

To order the correct replacement charcoal lters, call the toll-free number listed on the cover or in the “Accessories” section.

1. Insert ngertips in the air lter cover and pull until the side

tabs release. Lift the cover to release the bottom tabs.

■ The drawer is clean and free of debris.

NOTE: An unlatched drawer can cause the drawer monitor switch to stay open. This will make the ram return and the compactor will continue to run. Attempt to push the drawer inwards to stop the compactor. The continuous running of the compactor can also be attributed to debris in the drawer area. If it is difcult to open or close the drawer this may be due to either the drawer latch not being locked or debris in the drawer area.

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

edges over the drawer top.

2. Remove the air lter by pulling the top edge of the lter. The

lter should pull out easily. Throw away the used lter.

3. To replace air lter, push the replacement lter into place.

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

the side tabs snap into place.

Cleaning

WARNING

Cut Hazard

Wear gloves when cleaning inside the drawer or cabinet, or the ram.

Failure to do so can result in cuts.

Before cleaning the compactor, open the drawer and turn the Key-Knob to the OFF position and remove it.

Cleaning Inside the Drawer

1. Pull drawer out until it stops.

2. Remove the bag. See the “Removing a Filled Bag” section.

3. Optional: Remove the drawer side. Hold the drawer latch

open and tilt the side of the drawer out until the latch clears the drawer front.

Cleaning Inside the Cabinet

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.

NOTE: Look to see how the drawer rollers move in the tracks

and disengage. It will be easier to replace the drawer after you have nished cleaning.

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

3. Grasp the handle or drawer on the sides and pull it out the

rest of the way. Set the drawer down gently.

Remove the drawer side by lifting it out of the drawer.

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 drawer latch down while pushing the drawer side

to the upright position.

7. Latch the drawer side.

8. Close the drawer.

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.

4. Wash the inside of the cabinet with a clean sponge or soft

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

5. To replace the drawer, grasp it by the sides and insert the

rollers onto the tracks.

6. Lift the front of the drawer and push it in fully past the stops.

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