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Owner’s Manual
and Installation
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GE Answer Center 800.626.2000
Part No. 165D4700P206 Pub. No. 49-5880 3-00 JR
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■This compactor is for household use only.
Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
Do not use other than manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
■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.
■Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is operated near children. Do not
allow the compactor to be used as a toy, or to
run unattended at any time.
PRECAUTIONS AGAINST UNREASONABLE USE OF
YOUR COMPACTOR:
■Never compact shotgun shells, cartridges for
firearms, fireworks, etc., which are highly
explosive.
■Turn the key-knob to OFF and remove it when
not compacting trash. This will help prevent
anyone from tampering with the compactor
or children from operating it.
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■Never compact flammable materials such as
paint, oil- or gasoline-saturated rags, engine
starting fluid cans, paint thinner cans, etc.—
spontaneous combustion or explosive vapor
concentrations could occur.
■Do not push trash into the drawer with hands
or feet. Trash might contain broken glass,
sharp pieces of metal, or other sharp objects
that might cause injury.
■Never compact containers of toxic chemicals
such as strong insecticides or other poisonous
materials—compaction could release
hazardous fumes.
■When removing or carrying the trash bag,
keep the bag away from your body. Sharp
objects may have pierced it.
■Do not overload trash bag with heavy material
■Never compact aerosol cans containing
explosive or highly toxic chemicals.
(If you are sure the aerosol cans contain
non-hazardous materials such as shaving
cream, cheese spread and whipped cream,
they may be compacted.)
such as glass.
■Never lift the bag by the sides. Broken glass or
other sharp objects in the bag can cause
injury.
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■Be careful when cleaning the inside of the
cabinet or trash drawer. Glass fragments may
be stuck to the ram, imbedded in the drawer
surface or lying in the bottom of the cabinet.
■Do not compact lighted cigarettes, cigars, or
other hot or burning items.
■Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
■Do not install or store compactor where it will
be exposed to the weather.
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■Make sure the compactor is properly installed
and leveled on a floor that can support its
weight.
■Do not touch moving parts.
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■Do not compact food waste such as raw meat
and fish, grapefruit rinds, personal hygiene
items and disposable diapers. These items
create very strong odors and should not go
into the compactor.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
To prevent hazard of electrical shock, this
compactor must be properly installed and
grounded in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third grounding prong from the
power cord.
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This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance for electric current.
Do not operate with a damaged cord set, plug,
motor, or after damage in any manner. Have
the appliance examined, repaired, or adjusted
by an authorized service technician.
This appliance is equipped with a cord having
an equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with
local codes and ordinances.
Do not take apart this appliance. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when
subsequently used.
Unplug the compactor before making any
repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that
any servicing be performed by a qualified
person.
WARNING: Improper connection of the
equipment grounding conductor can result in
a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
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Do not use an adapter plug or an extension
cord with this appliance.
Follow National Electric Codes or prevailing
local codes and ordinances. This appliance
must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz and
connected to an individual, properly grounded
branch circuit protected by a 15 or 20 amp
circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
Do not modify the plug with this appliance. If
it will not fit the outlet installed, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
If the electric supply provided does not meet
the above requirements, call a licensed
electrician.
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We recommend that a separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided.
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Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the trash compactor.
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DRAWER HANDLE
DRAWER MONITOR SWITCH
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL
BAG RETAINER BUTTONS
SIDE-LOCK LATCH
DOOR PANEL
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TOUCH-TOE BAR DRAWER OPENER
TOE PLATE
KEY-KNOB START/OFF SWITCH
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About using the trash compactor.
What It Does and How It Works
Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as 1/4 of its original volume.
It compacts most refuse, including paper, cans, bottles, jars, plastic containers, wrappings,
sweepings and some food wastes.
Drop trash into a disposable bag that lines the trash drawer and close the drawer. When you
start the compactor, an electrically-operated ram moves down into the drawer, compacts
trash, moves back up again—and the compactor shuts off automatically.
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NOTE: The trash drawer must be 1/2 full before you will notice compaction because the ram
does not travel all the way down into the drawer. By adding trash, compaction is transferred
to the items below until all trash is compacted.
Key-Knob Start/Off Switch
A key-knob switch is provided for your
protection as a safety measure. When the
key-knob switch is in the OFF position, the
compactor will not operate.
Lock the compactor when it is not in use,
and remove the key-knob for safekeeping to
keep children from operating the
compactor or to prevent anyone from
tampering with it.
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Drawer Monitor Switch
The compactor has a position monitor switch to ensure that the drawer is in its fully closed
position for operation. The compactor will not cycle without the drawer being closed.
Trash Bag Installation
Before installing a new bag, be sure:
To install a new bag:
The drawer side is securely locked.
Place the bag into the drawer. Open
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the bag and pull the top edges over
The container is clean and free of sharp
debris that may puncture the bag.
the drawer top.
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Lock the bag in place by pulling the
four prepunched holes over the bag
retainer buttons. Holes will expand over
the buttons without harming the bag.
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Reinforced polyethylene bags came with
your compactor and are ready to be
installed.
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After installing a trash bag, the
compactor is ready to use.
You must use the specially designed
heavy-duty trash bags included with your
compactor. These bags are available from
your dealer or Factory Service Center. Ask
for catalog number WC60X5017. If you
prefer, you can order by mail. A handy order
form is provided with your compactor and is
included in every replacement bag package.
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Press inside of bag against the
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drawer bottom, sides and corners
for a smooth fit.
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Loading
Lift the trash drawer handle or press the
touch-toe bar and pull the drawer out.
■Folded newspaper will also help prevent
glass fragments from flying out of the
drawer when compacting a large glass
bottle, or several bottles or jars, or any
other items that might shatter.
Remember:
■Bottles and large cans compact best when
laid flat near the center of the drawer.
■Although it is not necessary to compact
until the drawer is full or nearly full, we
suggest that, for maximum compaction,
you start the compactor each time a
significant amount of trash is added.
■To help keep the ram clean when
compacting messy food waste, place a
couple of folded sheets of newspaper or a
large grocery bag on top of the load to be
compacted.
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■Items too bulky to go into the drawer
can be folded to fit. If it cannot be folded
to fit into the drawer, do not attempt to
force it in.
Lift the trash drawer handle or
press the touch-toe bar and pull
the drawer out.
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Compacting
To start the compactor:
CAUTION:
Make sure the drawer is fully closed.
■ Do not force the key-knob when turning.
The key-knob should always rotate easily.
Forcing may break the key-knob and
damage the switch.
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Turn the key-knob to START. Let go of
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the key-knob. The motor will start and
compacting will proceed.
■ When emptying waste baskets into the
trash drawer, some items may spill into
the compactor behind the drawer. Items
behind the drawer could prevent it from
closing completely and prevent the
compactor from operating. To remove
such items from behind the drawer, open
the drawer and, if necessary, remove it to
clean them out. See the Care and Cleaning
section.
The ram travels downward into the drawer,
compacting the trash. At the bottom of the
stroke, the ram automatically reverses
direction, retracts out of the drawer, returns
to its starting position, and the compactor
shuts off automatically.
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The cycle takes about one minute. As the
trash drawer fills, cycle time gets
progressively shorter.
To stop the compactor:
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The compactor may be stopped at any time.
■ Glass bottles can make a loud noise when
they break during compaction. This is
normal. Also, bottles in the trash drawer
will not always break during the first cycle.
Breaking glass and associated noise may
occur several cycles later, depending on
the type and volume of the trash.
Turn the key-knob to LOCK/OFF.
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Turn the key-knob to ON and the
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compacting ram moves back up to
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its starting position.
You can then open the drawer. To
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■ When bottles and cans are compacted,
small tears in the bag may occur. This
is normal and in no way affects the
performance of the compactor. Keep
the bag away from your body to prevent
injury from sharp objects that may have
pierced the bag.
restart the compactor turn the key-
knob to START.
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About using the trash compactor.
Removing a Full Trash Bag
Pull the drawer completely open.
Push the side-lock latch down and tilt
the drawer side open.
Remove the top of the bag from the
bag retainer buttons. Pull up all four
bag cuffs.
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Lift the bag out.
Close the bag with the twist ties
provided.
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Care and cleaning of the compactor.
As is true of most appliances, proper care is needed to give you continued satisfaction. Before cleaning the compactor,
turn the key-knob to the OFF position and remove. If you will be away for more than a couple of days, remove the
compactor bag. Lock the compactor and remove the key-knob and store it in a safe place.
The outside and inside of your compactor are finished with durable baked-on enamel.
Cleaning the Outside and Inside
To clean the outside:
If the drawer side was removed, slide it
back into the tilted position.
Do not wipe with a soiled dishwasher cloth—
it may leave a residue that can damage the
panel. Do not use harsh, gritty cleansers or
scouring pads that may mar the finish.
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Press the side-lock latch down while
pressing the side to the upright
position. Lock the side-lock latch.
Painted panels:
To clean the cabinet interior:
Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax
when the compactor is new, and then
several times a year.
Pull the drawer out until it stops.
Note the tracks in which the drawer
rollers move.
Stainless steel panels:
Lift the front to clear the drawer stops.
Grab the drawer on both sides. Pull it
out the rest of the way and set it aside.
Stainless steel panels can be cleaned with
Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product
using a clean, soft cloth.
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Stainless Steel Magic (Cat. No. WX10X15)
and Appliance Polish and Wax Cleaner
(Cat. No. WR97X216) are available from
GE Parts by calling 800-626-2002.
To clean the drawer interior:
Remove the bag. See About using the
trash compactor section.
Vacuum inside of the cabinet. Liquid
spills or wet trash should be cleaned up
by hand, or use a vacuum designed to
pick up liquid.
Wear protective gloves. There may be
bits of glass in the drawer. Press the
side-lock latch down.
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Hold the side-lock latch and tilt the
side of the drawer until the latch clears
the drawer front. The drawer side can
be removed by tilting and sliding it out.
Wash, rinse and dry the inside.
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Wash with a damp cloth using warm,
soapy water. Rinse and then dry with a
soft cloth.
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Installation Instructions.
Before you start…
Proper installation is your responsibility. Make
sure you have everything necessary for correct
installation. It is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to contact a qualified
installer to assure that electrical installation meets
national and all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
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Grounded electrical outlet is required.
Check the location where your compactor will be
installed. The cabinet opening should be square.
You should be able to fully open the compactor
drawer. Six inches (15.2cm) of clearance is
needed on the right side of compactor drawer to
be able to remove the compactor bag. Allow 23
inches (58.4 cm) in front of the compactor to
remove drawer.
Fire Hazard
Do not let any item fall or collect behind
the compactor.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in a fire.
Product dimensions—The overall
look of your compactor may vary.
Clearance dimensions
Cutout dimensions
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Grounded electrical
outlet must be 3″
(7.6 cm) min. from
either side wall.
34-1/8″ min.
(86.7 cm)
34-1/4″ min.
(87 cm)
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18″ min.
(45.7 cm)
24″ min.
(61 cm)
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6″ (15.2 cm)
Clearance to
the nearest
vertical wall
on the right
side of the
compactor is
needed to
remove bag.
23″ (58.4 cm)
Clearance in front
of the compactor is
needed to fully open
or remove the
14-15/16″ min.
24″ min.
(61 cm)
(38 cm)
15-1/4″ min.
(38.4 cm)
compactor door.
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Tools and Materials Needed for Installation
■Level
■Pliers
■Measuring tape
■Phillips screwdriver
■Flat-blade screwdriver
■Utility knife
■Scissors
■5/16″ box-end wrench
■Gloves
Parts Supplied for Undercounter Installation—Remove parts from literature package.
■2 mounting clips
■2 mounting screws
#8 - 18 x 1/2″
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Electrical ground is required on this compactor.
DO NOT ground to a gas pipe.
WARNING
DO NOT change the power supply cord plug. If it
does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding
circuit. A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit
could result in an electrical shock.
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DO NOT use an extension cord with this compactor.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are not
sure the compactor is properly grounded.
Electrical Shock
Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.
If codes permit and a separate grounding wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the grounding path is adequate.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere, fused electrical supply is required. Time-delay fuse
or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this
appliance be provided.
Recommended Grounding Method
For your personal safety, this appliance must be
3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle
grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
3-prong grounding plug
plugged into a mating, 3-prong, grounding-type,
wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with the
national Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70—latest
edition* and all local codes and ordinances. If a
mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of the
customer to have a properly grounded, 3-prong,
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Grounding
plug
wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
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Power supply cord
Copies of the standards listed may be
obtained from:
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*National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
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Installation Instructions (cont).
Starting to Install…with the compactor in the room where it will be installed.
DO NOT grasp console to move compactor.
DO NOT allow the rear frame of the
compactor to touch the floor covering
when lifting or moving compactor.
Slide the compactor onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving compactor across
the floor to prevent damaging floor covering.
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Remove the compactor from the shipping carton. Remove all the protective packaging
materials such as tape and shipping pads. Remove waxy residue caused by protective shipping
material with a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and water.
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Check that the power supply cord is attached
to the cord clip on the rear of the compactor.
cord clip
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Place two corner posts from carton on floor
near compactor. Open the compactor drawer
and remove any shipping materials or other
items shipped in the drawer. DO NOT
remove the compactor bag (if installed).
Grasp the handle and raise the front of the
drawer until it clears stops. Grasp sides of the
drawer and lift the drawer out of the
compactor. Place the drawer on the two
corner posts.
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Place the other two corner posts on the floor
to the side of the compactor. Grasp the sides
of the compactor cabinet and put the
compactor on its side on top of the corner
posts. Remove the shipping base from the
bottom of the compactor.
Leveling legs
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Measure the height of your cabinet opening.
The top of the compactor should be at least
1/8″ (3 mm) from the top of the cabinet
opening.
Position B: 34-1/4″ to 34-7/16″
(87 to 87.5 cm)
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Position C: 34-7/16″ to 34-5/8″
(87.5 to 88 cm)
The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet
opening height of 34-1/4″ (87 cm)
(Position “A”).
Tighten screw. Repeat for other rear wheel.
Cabinet
To adjust for other cabinet opening heights,
loosen screw just enough to clear stud from
hole in position “A”. Move the rear wheel and
stud to position “B” or “C” as needed for your
cabinet opening measurement:
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B
Locating stud
C
Wheel bracket
assembly
Self-tapping screw (pivot)
Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from cabinet. Adjust legs so there will be a 1/8″ (3 mm)
to 1/4″ (6.4 mm) space between the top of the compactor and the top of the cabinet opening.
Stand the compactor upright.
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Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from
cabinet. Place level inside on the floor of the
cabinet. Check that the compactor is level
from front to back and side to side. Adjust the
leveling legs until the compactor is level.
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Determine if you want the compactor frame
or drawer front flush with the cabinet front.
Retaining
bracket
Adjust the retaining brackets to the cabinet
top as needed:
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If the compactor frame is to be flush with the
cabinet front, place retaining bracket screws
through “A”.
Countertop
B
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If the compactor drawer front is to be flush with
the cabinet front, place retaining bracket
screws through “C”.
C
If the compactor is to be midway between
“A” and ”C”, place retaining bracket screws
through “B”.
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WARNING
Injury Hazard
When moving or lifting the compactor, use a glove to protect and cushion your hand.
More than one person is recommended to lift or move compactor because of its size
and weight. Use proper lifting methods.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.
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Installation Instructions (cont).
Move the compactor close to its final position.
Plug the power supply cord into a properly
grounded receptacle.
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Carefully lift the front slightly and roll
compactor into the cabinet opening until the
retaining brackets stop the unit.
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Using the two #8 -18 x 1/2″ screws, fasten the
retaining brackets to the underside of the
countertop with the mounting screws. If the
brackets cannot be attached to the underside
of countertop, attach mounting clips to
brackets. Fasten compactor to cabinet front
Lift here
with mounting screws through mounting clips
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Retaining
bracket
Mounting
screw
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Retaining
bracket
Mounting
clip
Mounting
screw
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Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place bottom of drawer into tracks. Lift at the handle so
the front of drawer will go over drawer stops. Close drawer. Check if drawer opens freely. If the
toe plate rubs against floor, see section below.
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Adjusting the Toe Plate
If the toe plate rubs the floor covering, the toe
plate clearance may be changed as follows:
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amount of toe plate that rubs the floor
covering.
Remove the drawer from the unit. See
2 Step 3.
Use a ruler and a pencil or chalk to draw a
3 line between the marks on each side of toe
plate.
Use scissors or utility knife to cut toe plate
4 along line.
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5 still rubs floor covering, repeat these steps.
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Installing a Custom Panel
To order a color-matched trim kit for the
installation of a custom-made panel, contact
your local authorized GE dealer.
Custom-made panel dimensions
To locate an authorized GE dealer in
your area, call the GE Answer Center
at 800-626-2000.
23 15⁄16″
(60.5 cm)
Available kits for custom-made panels are:
GPF82B (Black)
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GPF82C (Bisque)
GPF82W (White)
GPF82S (Stainless Steel)
14 5⁄8″
(37.2 cm)
Flat panel: A 7/32″ (5.6 mm) thick panel is
required. This is the same thickness as a
standard 1/4″ plywood or paneling.
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14 5⁄8″
(37.2 cm)
7⁄32″
(5.6 mm)
1 1⁄4″
(32 mm)
Raised
panel or
decorative
trim
23 15⁄16″
(60.5 cm)
Outer
section of
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(8 mm)
both sides
3⁄16″
(8 mm)
Raised panel: The outer section of the panel
must be 7/32″ (5.6 mm) thick to fit into trim.
Raised panel dimensions as shown above.
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
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Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Compactor won’t operate Compactor is unplugged
•Make sure cord is plugged securely into a
working outlet.
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
•Check house circuit breakers /fuses. Replace
fuses or reset breaker.
Key-knob switch may not be
in position
•Make sure the switch is in the ON position.
•The switch may not have been held at START long
enough to start the compaction cycle.
Drawer may not be closed
•Check to make sure the drawer is firmly closed.
Compactor has an automatic
thermal cutout
•If you have just compacted repeatedly, this protector
may have opened the motor circuit. Wait a few
minutes and the cutout will reclose automatically.
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Drawer is hard
to close
Trash may have fallen
behind the drawer
•Remove any trash. There is a safety switch that could
be blocked.
Drawer will not
open
The ram is not all the
way up
•Make sure the ram is in the up position. Turn the
key-knob to START and release.
Little or no apparent
compaction
Drawer is not full
enough
•The drawer must be at least 1/2 full of trash before
you will see any amount of compacting. The ram does
not travel all the way to the bottom. Trash in the bottom
of the drawer will be crushed during later cycles.
Drawer is not loaded
Too few items loaded
•If anything gets between the ram and the drawer, the
ram will return to the up position without compacting.
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•Compacting works best when only a few items are
loaded. Use the compacting cycle frequently for
best results.
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Trash Compactor Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
call 800-GE-CARES.
For The Period Of:
GE Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the compactor which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor
and in-home service to replace the defective part.
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What GE Will Not Cover:
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■Improper installation.
■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
■Incidental or consequential damage to personal property
caused by possible defects with this appliance.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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Service Telephone Numbers.
GE Answer Center® In the U.S.: 800.626.2000
The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 5800 Keaton Crescent,
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5R 3K2.
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In-Home Repair Service In the U.S.: 800-432-2737
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.
In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400.
Special Needs Service In the U.S.: 800.626.2000
GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons
with limited mobility. In the U.S., call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322).
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In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 5800 Keaton Crescent,
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5R 3K2.
Service Contracts In the U.S.: 800-626-2224
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a
substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.
In Canada, call 1-800-461-3636.
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Parts In the U.S.: 800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly
to their homes (VISA, MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted).
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Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for your local Camco number.
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Service Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE:
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
Next, if you are still not pleased, in the U.S., write all the details—including your phone number—
to: Manager, Consumer Relations, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225; or,
in Canada, to Director, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 5800 Keaton Crescent, Mississauga,
Ontario, Canada L5R 3K2.
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