User manual WHIRLPOOL GC900WH

[. . . ] ® COMPACTORS Use & Care Guide 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 9872208 TABLE OF CONTENTS 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. [. . . ] The trash in a full compactor bag will be about ¹/ the size of its original bulk. s Wrap or cover wet or messy trash. s 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. Starting the Compactor Load bulky trash, bottles, and cans in the center of the drawer. Bottles or cans not placed in the center may become caught between the ram and the drawer. The Drawer Monitor Switch then senses a "misload" and causes the ram to return to the "up" position without compacting. Depending on your model, you may have a single control (Style 1) or a dual control (Style 2) compactor. Style 1 To start and stop the compactor 1. The compactor will automatically stop at the end of the cycle. Loading IMPORTANT: Do not push items down into compactor with hands or feet. NOTE: You will not see compacting of trash the first few times you load the compactor. The compactor drawer should be about ¹/ full before the compactor can begin to compress the load. NOTE: Pressing the foot pedal opens the container only 3" to 6" (7. 6 cm to 15. 2 cm), depending on the load. 2. To stop the compactor during a cycle: s Turn the Key-Knob to LOCK/OFF. s s 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. Remove the Key-Knob and store it out of children's reach. 10 4. To start the compactor: s Turn the Key-Switch to ON. s s Press ON. The compactor will automatically stop at the end of the cycle. Installing a New Bag Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially for use in your compactor. Order replacement compactor bags through your local dealer or by calling the toll-free number on the cover or in the "Assistance or Service" section. IMPORTANT: Before installing a new bag, be sure: s The drawer side is securely locked. s The container is clean and free of debris. 2. When the ram stops rising, you can open the drawer. To remove the Key-Switch 1. Remove and store key out of children's reach. Removing a Filled Bag When the trash is compacted to the top of the drawer, remove the bag. If the bag is too heavy, compact less trash before emptying it in the future. Lock bag in place by pulling the four prepunched holes over the bag retainer buttons. Press inside of bag against the drawer bottom, sides and corners for a smooth fit. 3. [. . . ] To order replacement parts or accessories, call 1-800-253-1301 and ask for the appropriate part number listed below or contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer. Replacement Bags - Call for Part Number Trim Kits for Custom Front Panels: Order Part #9871381 (Brushed stainless steel) Order Part #9871382 (White) Order Part #9871383 (Black) Order Part #9871384 (Almond) Order Part #9871600 (Biscuit) See section "Changing the Decorative Panel" for custom panel dimensions. Installation Hardware for Conversion Kits: Order Part #9870118 s 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 eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. 14 Notes 15 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing. [. . . ]