Whirlpool TC4700X User Manual

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Use & Care Guide

On-off key-switch (TC8700/TC8750 series)

Control pads (TC8700/TC8750 series)

Model-serial number plate

Drawer handle

Bag retainers

Key-knob start-off switch

(TC4700/TU4700 series)

Reversible front panel

Bag carrier handle

Side-lock latch “Touch-toe bar”

drawer opener v Adjustable

toe plate.

COMPACTORS

Drawer monitor

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switch

TC8700X TC8750X TC4700X TU4700X

Part No. 9870335 Rev. B 6/94

MODEL SERIES

Con te nts

Page

Grounding Instructions Important Safety Instructions

Additional safety instructions..............................3

Using Your Compactor........................................4

Removing a filled bag

Installing a new bag

How Your Compactor Works Caring For Your Compactor Changing Your Compactor’s Color If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Compactor Warranty

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registra

tion Card provided with this product. Then

complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question.

• Copy model and serial numbers from plate (see diagram on front cover) and purchase date from sales slip.

• Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place.

Model Number

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Grounding Instructions

2 3

3-prong grounding plug

Polarize 3-prong

grounding type

outlet

Power supply cord

The compactor is for use on a single phase, 115volt, 60 Hz, AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded circuit and is equipped with a grounding plug as shown above. Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recom mended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. For your personal safety, the compactor must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a polarized 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a correctly polarized mating 3-prong grounding type outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electri cal Code and local codes and ordinances. No adapter should be used with this appliance.

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

Awarning

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not modify the power supply plug provided with the compactor. If it will not fit

the outlet, or if you are in doubt as to whether the waii outlet is properly grounded, check with a quaiified electrician.

Faiiure to do so couid result in electrical shock or personal injury.

Imp ort an t Sa fet y I nst ruc tio ns

To reduce the risk of fire, eiectric shock, or injury to persons

^WARNING

when using your compactor, foiiow basic precautions, including the foilowing:

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* Read ali instructions before using the

compactor.

* Close supervision of children is necessary

when the compactor is used near children.

* Do not allow compactor to be used as a toy,

or to run unattended at any time. Lock the Key-Switch or Key-Knob when not in use and store key out of reach of children.

* Do not touch moving parts. * Have appiiance examined, repaired or

adjusted by an authorized serviceman.

* Do not compact:

-iighted cigarettes, cigars or other hot or

burning items.

-any container or aerosoi can containing insecticide, hair spray, paint, engine starting fiuid or other poisonous, toxic, or expiosive products.

-volatile flammable material such as oily rags, thinner, etc., which wouid create a fire hazard or explosion.

* Do not take apart this appiiance. Incorrect

reassembly can cause electric shock when

subsequently used.

* Use only for intended use as described in

this manuai. Do not use other than manu facturer’s recommended attachments.

* Never iift the bag by the sides. Broken

giass or other sharp objects in the bag can cause injury.

* This compactor is designed for household

use only.

* Unplug compactor from electrical outlet

before servicing.

■ The compactor must be electrically

grounded. See the grounding instructions.

* Do not overload trash bag with heavy

materiai such as giass.

* Never operate the compactor if:

-it is not working right.

-it is damaged.

-parts are missing.

-the cord set, piug or motor is damaged in

any manner.

* Never use or store flammable fluids (dry

cleaning soivents, gasoiine, kerosene, etc.) in or near your compactor. These sub stances give off vapors that can create a

fire hazard or expiosion.

* See Instaliation instructions.

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-

Additionai safety instructions and your responsibilities

• Do not shove items down into the compactor with hands or feet. Let the compactor do the compacting.

• Always place glass bottles, etc., on their sides in the center of the drawer. The waste paper below and beside the bottle can help keep broken glass near center of bag.

• Do not use the compactor as a counter for electrical cooking appliances nor as a cutting board (freestanding models only).

• Do not install or store compactor where it will be exposed to the weather.

• You are responsible for making sure that your compactor:

-is used only for jobs normally expected of

home compactors.

-is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support its weight.

• Do not set hot pans, etc., on the compactor top. Do not spill any liquids on the compactor

top (freestanding models only).

Us ing Yo ur C omp ac tor

The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your compactor model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.

NOTE; Your model may not include all the features shown.

^WARNING

Fire or Personal Injury Hazard

• Do not compact any container, aerosol cans or cloths which might contain insecticide, hair spray, engine starting fiuid, paints, iiquids, thinners or any other poisonous or expiosive products. Failure to do so may result in a fire hazard or explosion.

• Broken giass or sharp edges may be present in trash. Do not shove items down into compactor with feet or hands. Faiiure to do so may result in personal injury.

Open the drawer

Lift and pull the handle or press the Touch-Toe Bar to open the drawer.

Put in the trash

1. Wrap or cover wet or messy trash.

2. Load bottles or cans on their sides in the center of the drawer.

3. Do not compact items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit rinds, disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.

Close the drawer

Push drawer in until it stops.

LOCKOFF

. ON

Key-knob

start-off

switch

TC4700/TU4700 Model series

To start the compactor

1. Turn the Key-Knob to START.

2. Let the Key-Knob go. The compactor will stop at the end of the cycle.

LOCK/OFF

To stop the compactor during a cycle

1. Turn the Key-Knob to LOCK/OFF.

2. Turn the Key-Knob to ON. The compacting ram will rise.

3. When the ram stops rising, you can open the drawer.

To remove the Key-Knob

1. Turn the Key-Knob to the LOCK/OFF position.

2. Remove and store key in a safe place out of children's reach.

TC8700/TC8750 Model series

On-off

key-switch

OFF ON START

□ □ □

Control

pads

To start the compactor

1. Open the drawer. Turn the On-Off Key-Switch to ON.

2. Press the ON control pad.

3. Press the START control pad. The compactor will stop at the end of the cycle.

OFF ON START

□ □ □

To stop the compactor during a cycle

1. Press the OFF control pad.

2. Press the ON control pad. The compacting

ram will rise.

3. When the ram stops rising, you can open the drawer.

To remove the Key-Switch

1. Turn the Key-Switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

2. Remove and store key in a safe place out of children’s reach.

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