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Home^ Appliances
Use & Care Guide
Air freshener
compartment
(TF8600/TU8100
series)
Model-serial
number plate
Drawer handle
Reversible
front panel
Bag carrier
handle (TF8600/
TU8100 series)
Side-lock latch
"Touch-toe bar”
drawer opener
Adjustable
toe plate
Cycle selector
(TF8600/TU8100 series)
Dense pack
indicator light
(TF8600/TU8100 series)
Key-knob
start-off switch
Air freshener
compartment
(TF4600/TU4100
series)
Drawer monitor
switch
BUILT-IN AND FREE STANDING COMPACTORS
MODEL SERIES
TF8600X TU8100X TF4600X TU4100X
Contents
Grounding Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Additional safety instructions
Using Your Compactor
The DENSE PACK cycle
Air fresheners
Removing a filled bag.........................................6
Installing a new bag............................................8
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
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 3prong 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.
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
^WARNING
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 wall outlet is properly
grounded, check with a qualified electrician.
Faiiure to do so couid result in electricai
shock or personal injury.
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
Awarning
when using your compactor, follow basic precautions, includ
ing the following:
• Read all 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
key switch when not in use and store key
out of reach of children.
• Do not touch moving parts.
• Have appliance examined, repaired or
adjusted by an authorized serviceman.
• Do not compact:
- lighted cigarettes, cigars or other hot or
burning items.
- any container or aerosol can containing
insecticide, hair spray, paint, engine
starting fluid or other poisonous, toxic, or
explosive products.
- volatile flammable material such as oily
rags, thinner, etc., which would create a
fire hazard or explosion.
• Do not take apart this appliance. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when
subsequently used.
• Use only for intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use other than
manufacturer’s recommended attach
ments.
• Never lift the bag by the sides. Broken
glass 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
material such as glass.
• Never operate the compactor if:
- it is not working right.
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing.
- the cord set, plug or motor is damaged in
any manner.
• Never use or store flammable fluids (dry
cleaning solvents, gasoline, kerosene, etc.)
in or near your compactor. These sub
stances give off vapors that can create a
fire hazard or explosion.
•See Installation Instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Additional 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 (free standing 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 (free standing models only).
Using Your Compactor
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
fluid, paints, liquids, thinners or any other
poisonous or explosive products. Failure
to do so may result in a fire hazard or
explosion.
• Broken glass or sharp edges may be
present in trash. Do not shove items down
into compactor with feet or hands. Failure
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, grape
fruit rinds, disposable diapers, or personal
hygiene items.
Close the drawer:
Push drawer in until it stops.
Start the compactor:
1. For TF8600/TU8100 model series only,
position the cycle selector to NORMAL.
2. For all model series, turn the key-knob to
START. Let the knob go. The compactor will
stop at the end of the cycle.
To stop the compactor during a cycle:
1. Turn the key-knob to LOCK/OFF.
2. Turn it 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 LOCK/OFF.
2. Remove and store in safe place out of children's
reach.
The DENSE PACK cycle
(TU8100 and TF8600 model
series only)
The DENSE PACK Cycle is a convenience feature
that allows you to use fewer bags by extending the
use of a bag. This cycle puts constant pressure on
trash to keep it from springing back. Regular use
of this feature can increase bag capacity up to
20%.
NOTE: The cycle selector should be in the
NORMAL position when DENSE PACK-HEAVY
setting is not being used.
To use DENSE PACK Cycle:
1. Move cycle selector from the NORMAL to
HEAVY setting.
2. Turn the key-knob to START and release.
3. The ram will stay in the down position for extra
compacting and the DENSE PACK indicator
light will come on. Remember, the drawer can
not be opened when ram Is down and the
DENSE PACK light Is on.
4. For best results, use DENSE PACK-HEAVY
setting for at least one-half hour each time the
cycle is used.
5. To raise the ram, turn key-knob to START or
move the cycle selector back to the NORMAL
position.
NOTE: Fully compacted trash bags will be heavier
than normal. Handle with care.
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