Whirlpool TU4000 User Manual

use&care guide

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Whirlpool

TRASH MASHER Compactor

Built-In Model

TU4000 Series

’rash Compactors, Room Ait Conditioners Oehumiditiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrigerator-freezers, Ice Mahers, Dishwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Units, Range

Contents

Safety First........................................................ 2

Installation Safety............................................. 2

Before You Use Your Compactor Parts and Features Using your TRASH MASHER* Compactor 4

How the Compactor Works............................. 5

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Replacing the Compactor Bag

Caring for Your TRASH MASHER*

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1984 Whirlpool Corporation

Compactor......................................................... 7

Changing Your Compactor's Color If You Need Service or Assistance

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, thinners. 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.

Parts and Features

Restart Light

Your TRASH MASHER® Compactor

Key-Knob Start-Off Swifch

Drawer Handle

2-Color Front Panel

Adjustable Toe Plate

Air Freshener Compartment

Model and Serial Number Plate

Lever-Action Lock

Now is the time...to fill in 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

Serial No

Purchase Date

Service Company Telephone No.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Using your TRASH MASHER Compactor

1. Open the drawer.

Lift and pull the handle 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, thlnners, 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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RESTART

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NOTE; Your TRASH MASHER" Compactor is designed for 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 botfle wedges fhe 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: rearrange

the load.

• If compactor stops before the light goes out, repeat.

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