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COMPACTORS
For questions
about features,
operation/performance,
parts, accessories
or service,
call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, call for assistance
1-800-461-5681,
for installation
and service, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com
or www.whirlpoolappliances.ca
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  • Page 1 COMPACTORS For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpoolappliances.ca Table of Contents ..........9871676C...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLEOF CONTENTS COMPACTOR SAFETY ..............INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..........Unpacking ..................Location Requirements ..............Electrical Requirements ............... Freestanding and Undercounter Installation ....... 6 Changing the Decorative Panel ........... COMPACTOR USE ............... How Your Compactor Works ............. Loading ..................Starting the Compactor ............. Removing a Filled Bag ...............
  • Page 3: Compactor Safety

    COMPACTOR S AFETY safety safety important. Your and the of others are very 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"...
  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner. Place the other 2 corner posts on the floor to the side of the compactor. Grasp the sides of the compactor cabinet and put Homeowner: Keep Use & Care Guide for future reference and for compactor on its side on top of the corner posts.
  • Page 5 Cutout dimensions 341/4 " min_ E_ectrica_ Shock Hazard Ptug into a grounded 3 prong out_et. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result death, fire, or etectrica_ shock.
  • Page 6 NOTE: Proper installation isyour r esponsibility. Make sure you To adjust for other kitchen cabinet opening heights: have everything necessary forcorrect installation. It isthe • Loosen self-tapping screw just enough to clear stud from personal responsibility andobligation ofthecustomer tocontact hole in position "1 ." aqualified i nstaller toassure thatelectrical installation meets a ll national andlocal c odes a ndordinances.
  • Page 7: Unpacking

    • If the compactor is to be midway between "1" and "3," Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place bottom of place the retaining bracket mounting screws through "2." drawer into tracks. Lift at the handle so drawer will go over drawer stops.
  • Page 8 Raised Panel: Installation The outer section of panel must be %2" (5.6 mm) thick to fit into 1. Remove the mounting screws attaching the foot pedal to the the trim. Use the dimensions shown when designing raised panel compactor. Remove foot pedal. sections.
  • Page 9 7. Reinstall the toe guard using the existing screws and 1/2" Trimless Panel without Handle washer. Then, reinstall the foot pedal. Dimensions Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use without a trim kit. The panel should be 1/2"(13 mm) min. thick. 25"...
  • Page 10: Compactor Use

    COMPACTOR USE Place trash in compactor. • Wrap or cover wet or messy trash. The compacting ram is the part of the compactor which • Do not compact items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit rinds, disposable compresses the trash.
  • Page 11: Installing A New Bag

    4. Lift out bag. 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 automatically stop at the end of the cycle. Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially for use in your compactor.
  • Page 12: Removing A Filled Bag

    COMPACTOR CARE Your new compactor is designed to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you are expected to do in order to properly maintain your compactor. This section will tell you how to clean and care for your compactor. Before cleaning the compactor, turn the Key-Knob (or Key- 4.
  • Page 13: Starting The Compactor

    5. Wash the inside of the cabinet with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. 6. To replace the drawer, grasp it by the sides and insert the rollers onto the tracks.
  • Page 14: Assistance Orservice

    Canada. For further assistance Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Canada toll free: 1-800-253-1301. Inc. with any questions or concerns at: Customer Interaction Center Our consultants provide assistance with: Whirlpool Canada Inc.
  • Page 16: In Canada

    Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.

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