INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installer: Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep Use & Care Guide for future reference and for local electrical inspector’s use, if required.

Tools and Parts

Clearance dimensions

Check that you have everything necessary for correct assembly. Proper assembly is your responsibility.

Tools Needed:

Level

Tape measure

Pliers

Utility knife

⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench

Flat-head screwdriver

⁷⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench

Parts Supplied:

Caster frame

Bolts (16)

Swivel casters (2) and fixed casters with wheel brakes (2)

Nuts (16)

Location Requirements

Product dimensions

341/8"

(86.7 cm)

15"

24"

(61 cm)

(38.1 cm)

 

Product dimensions with casters

NOTE: Positioning compactor on caster frame will increase height to 38 in. (96.5 cm).

38"

(96.5 cm)

15"

24"

(61 cm)

(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.

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

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.

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