Whirlpool Compactor Changing the Decorative Panel, Countertop mounting, Cabinet-front mounting

7.Carefully lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the cabinet opening.

Using the two #8-18 x ¹₂ in. screws, fasten the retaining brackets to the countertop with the mounting screws.

If 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.

Countertop mounting

1

2

3

1.Countertop

2.Retaining bracket

3.Mounting screw

Cabinet-front mounting

3

1

2

4

Changing the Decorative Panel

There are three options for changing the decorative panel:

■Order an acrylic panel

■Create a custom panel for use with a trim kit

■Create a custom panel for installation without trim

To order an acrylic panel or a trim kit, see the “Assistance or Service” section for information or call the toll-free number on the cover.

Trim kit panel dimensions

Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use with a trim kit. Then, follow the installation instructions provided with the kit.

Flat panel: A ⁷ ³² in. (5.6 mm) thick panel is required. This is the same thickness as a standard ¹₄ in. plywood or paneling.

231316 "

(60.5 cm)

145 8 "

(37.2 cm)

Raised panel: The outer section of panel must be ⁷ ³² in. (5.6 mm) thick to fit into trim. Design raised panel sections using dimensions shown above.

1.Mounting clip

2.Cabinet

3.Retaining bracket

4.Mounting screw

8.Grasp sides of compactor drawer and place bottom of drawer into tracks. Lift at the handle so drawer will go over drawer stops. Close drawer. Check to see if drawer opens freely. If the toe plate rubs against floor see “Adjusting the Toe Plate” for further instructions.

Adjusting the Toe Plate

7 32"

(5.6 mm)

1

2

145 8 " (37.2 cm)

11 4 "

(32 mm)

2313 16 "

(60.5 cm)

If the toe plate rubs the floor covering, the toe plate clearance may be changed as follows:

1.Mark on each side of the toe plate the amount of toe plate that rubs the floor covering.

2.Remove the drawer from the unit. (See Step 3 in the “Unpacking” section.)

3.Use a ruler and a pencil or chalk to draw a line between the marks on each side of toe plate.

4.Use scissors or utility knife to cut toe plate along line.

5.Replace drawer. If toe plate still rubs floor covering, repeat steps 1-4.

5 16"
(8 mm)	5 16 "
both sides	(8 mm)

1.Raised panel or decorative trim

2.Outer section of panel

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