GC900QPPQ
COMPACTORS
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMPACTOR SAFETY..................................................................2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................3
Unpacking ....................................................................................3
Location Requirements................................................................3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
Freestanding and Undercounter Installation ...............................4
Changing the Decorative Panel ...................................................6
COMPACTOR USE.........................................................................7
How Your Compactor Works.......................................................7
Loading.........................................................................................8
Starting the Compactor ...............................................................8
Removing a Filled Bag .................................................................8
Installing a New Bag ....................................................................9
COMPACTOR CARE ......................................................................9
Cleaning........................................................................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................10
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................11
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................11
In Canada ...................................................................................11
In Canada ...................................................................................11
Accessories ................................................................................11
WARRANTY ..................................................................................12
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
DANGER
WARNING
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.
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
follow
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
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Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep Use and 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
packaging materials such as tape and shipping pads. Use a
mild detergent and warm water to remove waxy residue
caused by shipping material. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
For more information, see “Cleaning.”
2. Be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip on the
rear of the compactor.
A
A
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)
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Cutout dimensions
3" min.
(7.6 cm)
A
34
¹⁄₄" min.
(87 cm)
24" min.
(61 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 product.
18" min.
(45.7 cm)
¹⁄₄" min.
15
(38.7 cm)
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.
Do not use an extension cord.
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-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.
B
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.
A
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.
Freestanding and 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 needed
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
■ Level
■ Phillips No. 2 screwdriver
■ Tape m e asure
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
IMPORTANT:
■ Do not grasp control panel to move compactor.
■ Slide compactor onto cardboard or hardboard before moving
compactor across floor to avoid floor covering damage.
■ Do not allow the rear frame of the compactor to touch the
floor covering when lifting or moving compactor.
■ Pliers
■ ⁵⁄₁₆" hex head wrench
■ Scissors
■ Utility knife
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