Whirlpool GARAGE COMPACTOR Trash Compactor User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installer:
Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner.
Homeowner:
Keep Use & Care Guide for future reference and for local electrical inspectors use, if required.
Tools and Parts
Check that you have everything necessary for correct assembly.
Proper assembly is your responsibility.
Tools Needed:
Parts Supplied:
Location Requirements
Product dimensions
Product dimensions with casters
NOTE:
Positioning compactor on caster frame will increase height to
38 in. (96.5 cm).
Clearance dimensions
Electrical Requirements
Recommended Grounding Method
This compactor is for use on a single phase, 115-volt, 60 Hz, AC only
15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded circuit. Time delay
fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Do not
modify the plug attached to the compactor; use only with a grounded
receptacle.
The outlet should be properly installed and grounded in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
Level
Pliers
⁵⁄₁₆
in. hex-head socket wrench
⁷⁄₁₆
in. hex-head socket wrench
Tape measure
Utility knife
Flat-head screwdriver
Caster frame
Swivel casters (2) and fixed
casters with wheel brakes (2)
Nuts (16)
Bolts (16)
34
1
8"
(86.7 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
15"
(38.1 cm)
/
38"
(96.5 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
15"
(38.1 cm)
1. Leave 6 in. (15.2 cm) of clearance space to the right side of
the compactor in order to remove the compactor bags.
2. Leave 23 in. (58.4 cm) of clearance in front of the compactor
in order to fully open or remove the compactor drawer.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.