Whirlpool 9872208 User Manual

COMPACTORS

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance,

parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.

In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

COMPACTOR SAFETY..................................................................3

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

Unpacking ....................................................................................4

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

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5

Freestanding and Undercounter Installation ...............................6

Changing the Decorative Panel ...................................................7

COMPACTOR USE.......................................................................10

How Your Compactor Works.....................................................10

Loading.......................................................................................10

Starting the Compactor .............................................................10

Removing a Filled Bag ...............................................................11

Installing a New Bag ..................................................................11

COMPACTOR CARE....................................................................12

Cleaning......................................................................................12

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................14

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................14

In Canada ...................................................................................14

Accessories................................................................................14

WARRANTY ..................................................................................16

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

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

WARNING

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.

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

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

2. Check to be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip

on the rear of the compactor.

A. Leveling legs B. Shipping base

Location Requirements

Product dimensions

34¹⁄₈"

(86.7 cm)

A. Cord clip

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.

15"

(38.1 cm)

24"

(61 cm)

Cutout dimensions

24" min.

(61 cm)

(7.6 cm)

18" min.

(45.7 cm)

¹⁄₄

(38.7 cm)

" min.

¹⁄₄

" min.

(87 cm)

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 product.

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.

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 threeconductor cord and 3 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. Do not connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

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