Installation Requirements - GE GCG1500BB Technical Service Manual

The fully integrated design has hidden controls and
a slide-out compactor drawer. A removable ON-
OFF knob prevents unwanted use. With 2300 lbs.
maximum compacting force, the GE 15-in. built-In
compactor reduces trash volume by 75%.
The compactor installs flush to the surrounding
cabinetry. A foot pedal provides hands-free
operation. Pushing the foot pedal down opens the
drawer and lifting the pedal up starts the 30-second
maximum-cycle-time compacting operation.
Heavy-duty trash bags (part # WC60X5017) are
supplied with the compactor.
 1/3 HP Motor
 Automatic Anti-Jamming
 Slide-Out Compactor Drawer
 Foot Pedal Opening and Start
 Large 1.4 Cubic Foot Capacity
 5 Amps @ 120V
 150 lbs. Approximate Shipping Weight
 Model ZCGP150LII accepts 3/4-in. custom panel
and handle
 Model ZCGS150LSS has a stainless steel drawer
and tubular handle

Installation Requirements

Power Supply Requirements
The power supply cord and plug should be brought
to a separate 15 or 20 amp branch circuit single
grounded receptacle. The outlet box should be
located within reach of the 36-in. power cord.
This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz
and connected to an individual properly grounded
branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere
circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
Clearance Requirements
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE FREE-STANDING. This
compactor is designed as a built-in appliance only.
Weight on the compactor drawer could cause the
compactor to tip and result in injury.
The compactor must be securely installed in
a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house
structure.
The compactor drawer should be able to be fully
opened to 23 inches (58.4 cm) for drawer removal.
Six inches (15.2 cm) is required on the right side of
the compactor for bag removal.
24"
15-1/8"
min
min
Locate the outlet 18" min
from the floor, 3" min from
either side
Custom Panel Size Requirements
Models with a custom
door panel (ZCGP150II
and GCG1700II) require a
3/4-in. thick custom panel
29 5/16 inches high and
14 7/8 inches wide.
Note: Maximum panel
weight is 12 lbs.
Pub. No. 31-30597
includes complete panel
installation instructions
and a custom door panel
template.
– 5 –
34"
to
35"
23"
14-7/8"
3/4"
Thick
Custom
Panel
29-5/16"
14-7/8"
33-3/4"
min. to
35" max.