Whirlpool TF 4500 User Manual
use&care guide
TRASH MASHERS
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Compactor
TU 4000 Series TF 4500 Series TU 8000 Series
(built-in model) and (free standing model) (built-in model)
(shown)
s. Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers. Dishwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Unifs, Ranges, Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Conditioners, Dehumid
TF 8500 Series
(freestanding model)
Contents
Safety First................................................ 2
Installation Safety
Before You Use Your Compactor
Parts and Features................................... 3
Using Your TRASH MASHER
Compactor
How the Compactor Works
Removing a Filled Bag
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Installing a New Bag
Caring for Your TRASH MASHER
Compactor..................................
Changing Your Compactor’s
Color
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If You Need Service or
Assistance
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Safety First
Read all instructions before using your compactor
Do not let children operate or play with your compactor. Anything placed in the unit will
be crushed or compacted.
Keep the compactor locked when it's not in use. Remove the key knob to a safe place.
Always place glass bottles, etc., on their sides in the center of the drawer so the waste-
paper below and beside the bottle can help keep broken glass near the center of the bag,
away from bag sides.
Always handle a filled compactor bag with care. Never lift it by the sides. Broken glass or
other sharp objects in the bag can cause injury.
Always carry a filled compactor bag by the folded top or a bag carrier. Watch out for
glass that may have cut through the bag sides
Always use the compactor only for the purpose it was designed to do.
Do not use the compactor as a counter for electrical cooking appliances nor as a cutting
board.
Do not set hot pans, etc., on the compactor top
Do not spill any liquids on compactor top.
Always wipe off any broken glass before touching the ram cover.
Do not shove items down into the compactor with hands or feet. To avoid being cut. let
the compactor do the compacting.
Do not compact any container or material which might contain poisonous or explosive
products.
Do not compact cloths or cans containing paint liquids, thmners, etc. which could create
a fire hazard.
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Installation Safety
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING ELECTRICAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
• Be sure your compactor Is electrically grounded in an approved manner.
• Do not remove the power supply cord ground prong.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Use care when leveling your compactor, so that the unit does not drop on your hand.
• Use care when changing front panels. As with any cut metal edges, they could cause
injury if handled carelessly.
• Never operate the compactor when the drawer handle is removed.
• Be sure your compactor is properly installed in an appropriate level area and a place
suitable for the size, function and protection of the compactor.
• SAVE THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Before You Use Your Compactor
It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your compactor:
• Has been installed where it is protected from the elements.
• Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight.
• Is properly maintained.
• Has not been installed where flammable materials are stored or used. Fumes from these
materials may result in a fire or explosion.
Your TRASH MASHER® Compactor
TF/TU Model Series
Air Freshener
Compartment
(TF 8500 TU 8000 Series)
Model-SeriH
Number Plate
Drawer Hanrtle
Bag Retainers
(TF 8500 TU 8000 Series)
Color Front
Panel Pack
Bag Carrier Handle
(TF 8500/TU 8000 Series
Lever-Action Lock
Touch-Toe Bar
Drawer Opener
(TF 8500 TU 8000 Series)
Adjustable Toe Plate
Now is the time, -to till m the spaces below. You will need this
information if you call for service or assistance. Record all letters
and numbers.
There is no warranty registration card to be returned.
Model No
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F Ljrchase Date
Literature
Storage
(TF 8500 TU 8000 Series)
Service Comoanv Telephone No
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Using Your TRASH MASHER Compactor
1. Open the drawer.
Lift and pull the handle or press the
Touch-Toe Bar (TF 8500 TU 8000
Model Series) to open the drawer.
2. Put in the trash.
• Load almost any kind of trash.
• Wrap or cover wet or messy trash.
• Load bottles or cans on their sides in the center of the drawer.
DO NOT compact;
• Any container or aerosol cans which might contain poisonous or explosive
products.
• Cloths or cans containing paint liquids, thinners, etc, which would create a
fire hazard.
• Items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat. fish, grapefruit
rinds, disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.
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NOTE: Your TRASH MASHER" Compactor is designed tor household use
only.
3. Close the drawer; turn the key-knob to START; let the
knob go.
• The compactor will stop at the end of the cycle.
• To remove the key-knob, turn it to LOCK OFF
• Remove and store in safe place out of children’s reach.
• To stop the compactor during a cycle, turn the key-knob to LOCK/OFF.
Then turn It to ON. The compacting ram will rise. When it stops rising, you
can open the drawer.
The RESTART Light will glow and the compactor will shut off if a can
or bottle wedges the drawer open slightly. The ram will be in a partly down
position.
To raise the ram:
• Push and hold the drawer shut.
• Turn the key-knob to START: let it go
• After the ram rises and the compactor stops, open the drawer: carefully
rearrange the load.
• It compactor stops before the light goes out, repeat.
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