Whirlpool 220-240~volt Instructions For Installation And Use Manual page 9

Using Your Compactor
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IMPORTANT: Do not compact any container, aerosol
cans or cloths which might contain insecticide, hair
spray, engine starting fluid, paints, liquids, thinners, or
any poisonous or explosive products. If you compact
these items, a fire or explosion could result.
Broken glass or sharp edges may be present in trash.
Do not shove items down into compactor with feet or
hands, risking cuts.
You are responsible for making sure that your
compactor is used only for jobs normally expected of
compactors.
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Do not use the compactor as a counter for electrical
cooking appliances nor as a cutting board.
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Do not set hot pans, etc., on the compactor top. Do not
spill any liquids on the compactor top.
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 centre of the
drawer. The waste paper below and beside the bottle
can help keep broken glass near centre of bag.
3. Do not compact items that may develop offensive
odors such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit rinds,
disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.
Close the drawer:
Push drawer in until it stops.
Start the compactor:
1. Turn the Key-knob to START.
2. Let the Key-knob go. The compactor will stop at the
end of the cycle.
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