GE GCG1530 User's Manual
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1. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S S p Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Before you call for service Problem Compactor won t operate Drawer ts hard to close Drawer will not open Little or no apparent compaction 16 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes Compactor is unplugged Circuit breaker fuse 1 tripped blown Key knob switch may not be in position Drawer may not be closed Compactor has an automatic thermal cutout Trash may have fallen behind the drawer The ram is not all the way up Drawer is not full enough Drawer is not loaded Too few items loaded What To Do Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet Check house circuit breakers fuses Replace fuses or reset breaker e Make sure the switch is in the ON position e The switch may not have been held at START long enough to start the compaction cycle Check to make sure the drawer is firmly closed If you have just compacted repeatedly this protector may have opened the motor circuit Wait a few minutes and the cutout will reclose automatically Remove any trash There is a safety switch that could be blocked Make sure the ram is in the up position Turn the key knob to2. apod installer to assure that electrical installation meets national and all local codes and ordinances Safety Instructions Grounded electrical outlet is required Check the location where your compactor will be installed The cabinet opening should be square FIF Haze You should be able to fully open the compactor Do not let any item fall or collect behind drawer Six inches 15 2cm of clearance is the compactor 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 Failure to follow this instruction could result in a fire Cutout dimensions Product dimensions The overall Clearance dimensions look of your compactor may vary Operating Instructions 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 8 cm t S E z b 5 18 min 45 7 cm I 6 15 2 cm Clearance to the nearest Clearance in front vertical wall 24 min of the compactor 15 on the right 14 15 16 min 38 gt 15 1 4 min peel 61 cm needed to fully open side of the 38 4 cm or remove the compactor is compactor door needed to remove bag Troubleshooting Tips Tools and Materials Needed for Installation evel B Pliers Measuring tape Phillips screwdriver Utility knife 5
3. Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for S 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 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 S Q Q Q Buiuea Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 sdij Burjoousajqnoj J9UIO SN Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Q 2 Customer Se 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 In Home Repair Service In the U S 800 432 2737
4. drawer when compacting a large glass bottle or several bottles or jars or any other items that might shatter Although itis 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 CAUTION not force the key knob when turning The key knob should always rotate easily Forcing may break the key knob and damage the switch 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 To stop the compactor The compactor may be stopped at any time Turn the key knob to LOCK OFF Turn the key knob to ON and the compacting ram moves back up to its starting position You can then open the drawer To restart the compactor turn the key knob to START suoianisu Ajajes e E 5 5 o A A Y D Q A Q sdij Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S p Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se A
5. 16 box end wrench x Flat blade screwdriver Scissors B Gloves Parts Supplied for Undercounter Installation Rewmove parts from literature package 2 mounting clips 2 mounting screws 8 18x 1 2 Customer Se 10 WA RNING Electrical ground is required on this compactor DO NOT ground to a gas pipe DO NOT change the power supply cord plug If it does not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician 00 NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit uy could result in an electrical shock 00 NOT use an extension cord with this compactor Check with a qualified electrician if you not ectrica Sh ock sure the compactor 1 properly grounded 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 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 grounded This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To
6. 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 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 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 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 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 the U S write all the details including your ph
7. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury suoianijsu Ajajes suonanysuj sdij 5 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S E z b 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Installation Instructions cont 14 Move the compactor close to its final position Plug the power supply cord into a properly grounded receptacle Carefully lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the cabinet opening until the retaining brackets stop the unit 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 with mounting screws through mounting clips Mounting SCrew Retaining bracket Mounting lt gt clip Mounting screw Grasp sides of compactor drawer 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 the Toe Plate If the toe plate rubs the floor covering the toe plate clearance may be changed as follows Mark on each side of the toe
8. START and release 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 e If anything gets between the ram and the drawer the ram will return to the up position without compacting Compacting works best when only a few items are loaded Use the compacting cycle frequently for best results Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 17 Notes 18 sdij 92IAI8S 1 V 5 Ajojeg 5 Guyesadg uomej ejsu Trash Compactor Warranty eh D All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers lt or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES s Q For The Period Of GE Will Replace S One Year Any part of the compactor which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part e E What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers mh
9. 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 Do not use the compactor as a counter for electrical cooking appliances nor as a cutting board Do not set hot pans etc on the compactor top Do not spill any liquids on the compactor top PRECAUTIONS AGAINST UNREASONABLE USE OF YOUR COMPACTOR Never compact shotgun shells cartridges for firearms fireworks etc which are highly explosive 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 Never compact containers of toxic chemicals such as strong insecticides or other poisonous materials compaction could release hazardous fumes 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 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 suoianijsu AjoJeg e 5 E o A zl Y D Q Q sdij
10. Burjoousajqnoa Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S p Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Read and follow this Safety Information carefully d SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING e o 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 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 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 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 If the electric supply provided does not meet the above r
11. GE Appliances Trash compactors Owners Manual and Installation GCG1520 GCG1530 GCG1540 GCG1550 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Part 165D4700P206 Pub No 49 5880 3 00 JR 4 987176 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S p Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Safety Information Congr atulations Safety Precautions 3 4 You Are Now of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your trash compactor That s important because your new trash compactor will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come Operating Instructions We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will 2 continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Using the Compactor 6 Irash Bag Installation 6 Compacting 7 GE amp You Service Partnership Removing a Full Trash Bag 8 Cleaning the Outside and 9 For Yo
12. R 246 RETAINER Burrows KEY KNOB START OFF SWITCH 9249 5 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S S p Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se About using the trash compactor After installing a trash bag the compactor Is ready to use What It Does and How It Works Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as 1 4 ofits 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 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 Lock the compactor when it is not in use protection as a safety measure When the and remove the key knob for safekeeping to key knob switch is in the OFF position the keep children from operating the compactor will not operate compactor or to prevent anyone from tampering with it Drawer Mo
13. bout using the trash compactor Removing a Full Trash Bag Pull the drawer completely open Remove the top of the bag from the bag retainer buttons Pull up all four bag cuffs 5 Close the bag with the twist ties provided Push the side lock latch down and tilt the drawer side open 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 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 Painted panels Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax when the compactor is new and then several times a year Stainless steel panels Stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth Stainless Steel Magic Cat No WX10X15 and Appliance Polish and Wax Cleaner Cat No 97 216 are available from GE Parts by calling 800 626 2002 To clean the drawer interior Remove the bag S
14. ee About using the trash compactor section Wear protective gloves There may be bits of glass in the drawer Press the side lock latch down 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 with a damp cloth using warm soapy water Rinse and then dry with a soft cloth If the drawer side was removed slide it back into the tilted position Press the side lock latch down while pressing the side to the upright position Lock the side lock latch To clean the cabinet interior Pull the drawer out until it stops Note the tracks in which the drawer rollers move 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 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 Wash rinse and dry the inside suoianisu Ajajes e E 5 5 o A m D Q A Q sdij Installation Instructions Before you start Proper installation is your responsibility Make sure you have everything necessary for correct WAR N G installation It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified
15. equirements call a licensed electrician We recommend that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third grounding prong from the power cord 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 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 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 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 About the trash compactor amp 9 e o 2 gt E 3 5 suoianisu _ Un e E 5 S N A D Q a Features sdij 0 DRAWER HANDLE DRAWER MONITOR SWITCH DOOR 0 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL rouci rog BAR DRAWER OPENE
16. ire electric shock or personal injury SAFETY PRECAUTIONS E 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 Close supervision is necessary when appliance is operated near children Do not allow the compactor to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Turn the key knob to OFFand remove it when not compacting trash This will help prevent anyone from tampering with the compactor or children from operating it 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 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 such as glass Never lift the bag by the sides Broken glass or other sharp objects in the bag can cause injury 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 install or store compactor where it will be exposed to the weather Make sure the compactor is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support its weight Do not touch moving parts Do not compact
17. lp 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 tems too bulky to go into the drawer can be folded to fit If 1t cannot be folded to fit into the drawer do not attempt to force it in Compacting To start the compactor Make sure the drawer is fully closed Turn the key knob to START Let go of the key knob The motor will start and compacting will proceed 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 The cycle takes about one minute As the trash drawer fills cycle time gets progressively shorter NOTES 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 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 Folded newspaper will also help prevent glass fragments from flying out of the
18. minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the national Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 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 wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding plug Grounding plug Power supply cord Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy Massachusetts 02269 11 suoianisu AjaoJes e 5 AX 5 S o gt a Y D Q A Q sdij Safety Instructions Operating Instructions t S E z b 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Installation Instructions cont 12 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 Slide the compactor onto cardboard or when lifting or moving compactor hardboard before moving compactor across the floor to prevent damaging floor covering Rem
19. nitor 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 the bag and pull the edges over The container is clean and free of sharp the drawer top debris that may puncture the bag 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 Reinforced polyethylene bags came with your compactor and are ready to be installed 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 Press inside of bag against the drawer bottom sides and corners for a smooth fit Lift the trash drawer handle press the touch toe bar and pull the drawer out Loading Lift the trash drawer handle or press the touch toe bar and pull the drawer out Remember bottles and large cans compact best when laid flat near the center of the drawer he
20. one 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 Printed in the United States
21. ough to clear stud from A hole in position A Move the rear wheel and stud to position or needed for your S 0 5 Wheel bracket cabinet opening measurement assembly elf 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 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 ee Determine if you want the compactor frame or drawer front flush with the cabinet front ee Pe pehin bracket Adjust the retaining brackets to the cabinet ee top as needed If the compactor frame is to be flush with the cabinet front place retaining bracket screws through Countertop If the compactor drawer front is to be flush with the cabinet front place retaining bracket screws through If the compactor is to be midway between A and C place retaining bracket screws through WARNING Injury Hazard When moving or lifting the compactor use a glove to protect and cushion your hand More than one person 15 recommended to lift or move compactor because of 15 size and weight Use proper lifting methods
22. ove 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 Check that the power supply cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of the compactor cord clip 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 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 Measure the height ofyour cabinet opening Position B 34 1 4 to 34 7 16 The top of the compactor should be at least 87 to 87 5 cm 1 8 3 mm from the top of the cabinet Position C 847 16 to 345 8 87 5 10 88 The rear wheels are preset for cabinet opening height of 341 4 8 7 cm Tighten screw Repeat for other rear wheel Position Cabinet To adjust for other cabinet opening heights 0 loosen screw just en
23. plate the amount of toe plate that rubs the floor covering Remove the drawer from the unit See Step 3 Use a ruler and a pencil or chalk to draw line between the marks on each side of toe plate Use scissors or utility knife to cut toe plate along line Replace drawer See Step 10 If toe plate still rubs floor covering repeat these steps 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 To locate an authorized GE dealer in your area call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 Available kits for custom made panels are GPF82B Black GPF82C Bisque GPF82W White GPF82S Stainless Steel Custom made panel dimensions 23 Ag 60 5 14 58 37 2 3 Flat panel 7 32 5 6 mm thick panel is required This is the same thickness as a standard 1 4 plywood or paneling 14 98 37 2 cm 742 5 6 Raised panel or decorative trim 23 60 5 Outer section of panel 56 8 both sides 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 o suoianisu e 5 AX S o gt a m D Q A zl Q a sdij
24. ur Records gt Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty Write the model and serial numbers here Installation Instructions Before You Start 10 _ Installing 12 14 You find them on a label on the cabinet behind the drawer front Custom Panels 15 Read this Manual Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your trash compactor properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your trash compactor Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call for Service 16 If YOU Need Service You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting lips first you may not need to call for service at all If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or in the U S you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Canada call 800 361 3400 Customer Service Warranty 19 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of f
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