Whirlpool TU800SPPQ0, GX900QPPB0, GX900QPPQ0, GX900QPPS0, GX900QPPT0 Owner’s Manual
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
COMPACTOR SAFETY .................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4
Unpacking .................................................................................... 4
Location Requirements ................................................................ 4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5
Freestanding and Undercounter Installation ............................... 6
Changing the Decorative Panel ................................................... 7
COMPACTOR USE ....................................................................... 10
How Your Compactor Works ..................................................... 10
Loading ....................................................................................... 10
Starting the Compactor ............................................................. 10
Removing a Filled Bag ............................................................... 11
Installing a New Bag .................................................................. 11
COMPACTOR CARE .................................................................... 12
Cleaning ...................................................................................... 12
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 14
In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 14
In Canada ................................................................................... 14
Accessories ................................................................................ 14
WAR RANTY .................................................................................. 16
COMPACTORSAFETY
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 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
This is the safety alert symbol.
"WARNING." These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
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.
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
m 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.
m 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.
m 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, hcorrect
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.
m This compactor is intended for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep Use & Care Guide for future reference and for
local electrical inspector's use, if required.
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
protective packaging materials such as tape and shipping
pads, Use a mild detergent and warm water to remove waxy
residue caused by protective shipping material. Dry
thoroughly with a soft cloth. For more information, see
"Cleaning."
2. Check to be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip
on the rear of the compactor.
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.
A. Leveling legs
B. Shipping base
Product dimensions
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.
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(38,1 cm) (61 cm)
Cutout dimensions
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341/4 " min_
(87 cm)
Ptug into a grounded 3 prong out_et.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or etectrica_ shock.
E_ectrica_ Shock Hazard
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.
Clearance dimensions
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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:
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.
This compactor must be grounded while in use to reduce the risk
of electric shock. The compactor is equipped with a three-
conductor 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,
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