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Summary of Contents for GX900QPLQ - 15" Trash Compactor

Page 1: ...erformance parts accessories or service eali 1 800 253 1301 tn Canada call for assistance 1 800 461 5681 for installation and service cali 1 800 807 6777 or visit our website at www whirlpool com or www whirlpooLcom canada Table of Contents 2 9871676B ...

Page 2: ...standing and Undercounter Installation 6 Changing the Decorative Panel 7 COMPACTOR USE 9 How Your Compactor Works 9 Loading 9 Star_ing the Compactor 10 Removing a Filled Bag 10 Installing a New Bag 11 COMPACTOR CARE 11 Cleaning 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 13 In the U S A 13 In Canada 13 Accessories 13 WARRANTY 16 2 ...

Page 3: ...ing the following 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 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 r...

Page 4: ...Check to be sure the power cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of the compactor 1 r I 3 1 Cord clip Place the two 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 ...

Page 5: ... ampere fused and properly grounded circuit and is equipped with a grounding plug as shown below Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current Do not modify the plug attach...

Page 6: ...Installation hardware is not provided with full cabinet models 1 Measure the height of your cabinet opening The top of the compactor should be at least 1 8in 3 mm from the top of the cabinet opening The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet opening height of 341 4in 87 cm Position A To adjust for other cabinet opening heights Loosen self tapping screw just enough to clear stud from hole in position...

Page 7: ...untertop 2 Retaining bracket 3 Mounting screw Cabinet front mounting 3 1 1 Mounting clip 2 Cabinet 3 Retaining bracket 4 Mounting screw 8 Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place bottom of drawer into tracks Lift at the handle so drawer will go over drawer stops Close drawer Check to see if drawer opens freely If the toe plate rubs against floor see Adjusting the Toe Plate for further instruction...

Page 8: ... the bottom of the handle 3 Secure the panel from the back using 4 8 x 1 in wood screws as shown 4 Reinstall the toe guard using the existing screws and 1 2in washer Then reinstall the foot pedal Installation 1 Remove foot pedal toe guard decorative panel and handle 2 Align the bottom of the custom panel with the bottom of the drawer front 3 Secure the panel from the back using 4 8 x 1 in wood scr...

Page 9: ...n to the up position without compacting Explosion 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 Doing so can result in death explosion or fire Cut Hazard Do not push items down into compactor with hands or feet Doing so can result in cuts NOTE You will ...

Page 10: ...urn the Key Knob to LOCK OFE Then turn the Key Knob to ON so the compacting ram will rise 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 the Key Knob and store it out of children s reach Style 2 To start and stop the compactor 1 To start the compactor Turn the Key Switch to ON Press ON Press START The compactor will au...

Page 11: ...less steel with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 2 Wipe up spills right away Some foods can damage the finish if left on the compactor surface Cleaning Inside the Drawer NOTE You may want to wear protective gloves as there may be bits of glass in the drawer 1 Remove the bag See the Remov...

Page 12: ...the drawer less than half full Drawer must be more than half full before trash is compacted Your compactor won t operate Is the power supply cord unplugged Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Has a household fuse or circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Is the drawer completely closed Close the drawer firmly and start the compactor again Is the Key Knob turned all t...

Page 13: ...an also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Call the Whirlpool Canada Customer Interaction Center ...

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Page 16: ... Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province Outside the 50 United States and Canada this warranty does not apply Contact your authorized Whirlpool de...

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