Jenn-Air VVV COMPACTORS User's Manual
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1. nesten Table of Contents LPEN TITTET LEESE COMPACTOR SAFETY srnrensreveesreonrensenssevsrvnsenarenssensanrsnesarnsensee 3 INSTALLING YOUR GOMPACTOR errnsevers vesesevessoreresenervosvrnsereeenne 4 Unpacking Your GOMpactor sessirnar earnen 4 Location Requirements ennenen 4 Electrical Requirements os fete Undercounter Installation ee nennen ennenen nnmnnn eee 5 Air Freshener sineren eneretten 7 Installing a Custom panel nnn 7 COMPACTOR USE umsesevavereseveesnssevenarreearnnseonaverennsseveennnennneassreneenet 7 How Your Compactor WorkS s rrser rer venn tar rernnrannrennreeneeneEeE 7 Loading the Compactor seeren ennn nne 8 Starting Your COMpactor seenen see eee NERE 8 Stopping Your Compactor ssssesercssecernesrescr teres serene 8 Removing a Filled Bag eeen nnn 8 Installing a New Bag set eten 9 COMPACTOR CARE serevserereseraernneveensaveroneavernvenseneensneenentsevnnsesseenet 9 Cleaning Your Compactor nsere ennenen nnn tte eee 9 TROUBLESHOOTING ssrnssrereverevsreensnevenesennseeenntreenrenavtsnensreensrer sert 10 RECYCLING WITH YOUR COMPACTOR ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE vireeseen nen 11 in the U S A EE ennen 11 Accessories m cansesuenanvuassenreerossseessmnerrensenmnancsrceeesion T WARRANTY eosseveevsvevassenpseoseenessrovsennneeeepeenerenneerasvenssrneseersernsenneter 12 LEE MINI EE PELE ALES ELEPSEL ELS LEDLEESPPESLEA LPP SDIEEEESS ESSE SLEEPLESS SSEPLSELCDNSEWSSSEDIISEEISSELS SSL EAD2. COMPACTOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t A DANG ER mb Petrie hekter Ah S ee Y ba killed or serio siv Inlured it voll don t AWARNING Gaudio ver dd All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING when using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following a Read all instructions before using the compactor Do not compact toxic or volatile flammable material such as oily rags and insect sprays Do not compact lighted cigarettes cigars or other hot or burning items Do not overload the compactor m Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children Do not allow to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Lock Key Switch when not in use and store key out of reach of m Do not take apart the compactor Incorrect children reassemb
3. shipping material Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth For more infn jon see the Cleanina Your Compactor section AWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install compactor Failure to do so can result in back or other injury b e a _ _ _ _ C SLR EET 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 Allow 6 in 15 2 cm of clearance on the right side of the compactor drawer to remove com pactor bag Allow 23 in 58 4 cm in front of the compactor to remove the Pe PETN Cutout dimensions a 34 min 87 cm 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 15 min 38 7 cm Recommended Grounding Method 1 Grounded electrical outlet must be a minimum of 3 in 7 6 cm away from surrounding cabinets or This compactor is for use on a single phase 115 volt 60 Hz AC nearby walls as shown It can be placed either to only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded circuit and is the left or the right side of the product equipped with a grounding plug as shown below Time delay fuse y or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a
4. CR DDO TDS NEES AE CIES ETSY COMPACTOR CARE Your new compactor is designed to give you many years of dependable service However there are a few things you are expected to do in order to maintain your compactor properly This section will tell you how to clean and care for your compactor its ET SR EE tas Before cleaning the compactor turn the Key Knob or Key Switch to the OFF amp LOCK position and remove it NOTE Any services other than those outlined in this section should be performed by a designated service representative Cleaning Exterior Surfaces 4 Wash exterior surfaces including stainless steel with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 2 Wipe up spills right away Some foods can damage the finish if left on the compactor surface Cleaning Inside the Drawer NS A DLL LDL ELLE LEE EE NOTE You may want to wear protective gloves as there may be bits of glass in the drawer 4 Remove the bag See the Removing a Filled Bag section 2 Press down on the lever action lock or Side Lock latch FEE 3 Hold the lever action lock down and tilt the side of the drawe out until the lock clears the drawer front NOTE If desired the drawer side can be removed by tilting i up then lifting it out 4 Wash the interior of the drawer with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild d
5. of the ram cover with a cloth or paper towels 2 Remove foods with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth gael Cleaning before a vacation kerk T aeaaanaananaasasanasananaicaanaaaiacaiaasanaeaneasansanatiaraeaasanaanaa naaa If you will be away for more than a couple of days remove the compactor bag Remove the Key Knob or Key Switch and store it out of children s reach APADEA EALAR NOIRI SERERE TEENETE TETTEI NEEE SEE RAPEAN TIANO EEAIDEENE EENE IEEE IEE AES TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call SLEEP Trash is not compacting AANAASED NEP LIDOEIOOESOOR DORR ROLED LEME E RRA EOE m isthe drawer less than half full Drawer must be more than half full before trash is compacted 10 nn SERBERNE e9 O00 IEEE ESSEC SEE EC EE MAPPEN EESIN ETORO ORADE IEIET OZZIE TENATA Your compactor won t operate smanmvantansesssnsonseneetsdesCEstOOUSPBOOESEQLESEDDTIRESE SSSA AAA EEEO m Is the power supply cord unplugged Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet m Hasa household fuse or circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker m isthe drawer completely closed Close the drawer firmly and start the compactor again m isthe Key Knob turned all the way to START Turn the Key Knob Key Switch fully to START and release on some models See the Start
6. retaining bracket screws through A a If the compactor drawer front is to be flush with the a front place retaining bracket screws through a If the compactor is to be midway between A and G place the retaining bracket screws through B 1 Countertop 2 Retaining bracket 6 Carefully lift the front slightly and roll compactor into the cabinet opening Using the two 8 18 x 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 A a 31 1 Countertop 2 Retaining bracket 3 Mounting screw Cabinet front mounting 1 Mounting clip 2 Cabinet 3 Retaining bracket 4 Mounting screw 7 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 ATTY NN RIDE Adjusting the Toe Plate if the toe plate rubs the floor covering the toe plate clearance may be changed as follows 4 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 Your Co
7. Clearance dimensions separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided In the _ mm event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current Do not modify the plug attached to the compactor use only with a grounded receptacle This compactor must be grounded while in use to reduce the risl of electric shock The compactor is equipped with a three conductor cord and three prong grounding type plug to fit the pee tt mad I x Sen wee om m siya ity SE Au Fresnerner The solid air freshener system is designed to help control odors that might develop in the trash An air freshener disc can be purchased in department stores not sold with compactor Place the disk shaped solid air freshener into the air freshener compartment The air freshener should last 4 to 6 weeks It is used more rapidly when the temperature is high or the air is very dry grates See AG h Eu Rome wre EEE ot 8 ng CHING OAS POT ek To order a color matched trim kit for the installation of a custom made panel contact your local authorized dealer Trim Kits for Custom Front Panels Order Part TCDW Trim kit for custom made panel Order Part TCBS Stainless steel door panel 2315 6 60 5 cm 14 37 2 cm Flat panel A 7 32 5 6 mm thick panel is required This is the same thickness as standard 1 4 6 4 mm plywood or pan
8. e cost of service or service call to a Correct installation errors b Instruct the user on proper use of the product c Transport the appliance to the servicer 5 Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result of any breach of these warranties Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply User s guides service manuals and parts catalogs are available from Maytag Appliances Sales Company Maytag Customer Assistance 6 a Keep this book and your sales slip together for future Dealer name reference You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Address Write down the following information about your compactor to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it You will need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the inside wall of the compactor drawer Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 9871852 2001 Maytag Appliance All warranties are made by Maytag Appliance Sales Company i Sales Company Maytag Appliance Sales Company Printed in U S
9. eling Tha 145 114 5 6 mm 37 2 cm 32 mm 23 5he 60 5 cm 3he 8 mm both sides he 8 mm 1 Raised panel or decorative trim 2 Outer section of panel Raised panel The outer section of the panel must be 7132 5 6 mm thick to fit into trim Raised panel dimensions as shown above EDER NEDO CELE AOS EEL EELS TO TSE IE COMPACTOR USE PE g dousas Ye eae BY gan orate atte rag gore Bet BE gi ee eres ase The compacting ram is the part of the compactor which compresses the trash The compacting ram does not go to the bottom of the drawer You will not see compacting of trash the first few times you load the compactor NOTE The compactor drawer should be more than Ax full before the compactor can begin to compress the load You may hear a noise when glass breaks Strong glass bottles may not break at all The trash in a full compactor bag will be about Yi the size of its original bulk a f Sl i am aa i i t I L Sk t e a er Sa ee Pr en AE gl I l Load bulky trash bottles and cans in the center of the drawer Bottles or cans not placed in the center may become caught between the ram and the drawer The Drawer Monitor Switch then senses a misload and causes the ram to return to the u position without compacting senses tet Se SESE TRESS AEE ESTEE oe Undercount
10. ely The compactor is ideal for such a task When a plastic bag is full enough to require compacting place the bag in the drawer as shown in installing a new bag Then follow instructions in Using Your Compactor When the compacting cycle is complete remove the plastic bag as shown in Removing a filled bag and return it to storage until it is full enough to recycle Remember compacting both recyclables and non recyclables means less solid waste and waste transportation costs and a better environment for all Reduce Reuse Recycle aaaeeeaa ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request if the problem is not due to one of the items listed in the Troubleshooting section Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or cal Maytag Appliance Sales Company Jenn Air Customer Assistance at 1 800 688 11 00 or 1 423 472 3333 to locate an authorized service company When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of you appliance Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status Hrfverelvntenorsenisserenpuneannotrsviepoeoruki e
11. er Installation AE KREPEERDPN BOERE OPATAIA SETANE EAEE EEEE 1 ae Measure the height of your cabinet opening The top of the compactor should be at least 14 in 3 mm from the top of the cabinet opening The rear wheels are preset for cabinet opening of 34 1 4 in 87 cm See Position A in picture following To adjust for other cabinet opening heights m Loosen self tapping screw just enough to clear stud from hole in Position A m Move the rear wheel and stud to Position B or C as needed for your cabinet opening measurement Position B 34 in to 347 in 87 to 87 5 cm Position C 34746 in to 34 in 87 5 to 88 cm NOTE To level the unit in position C you may need to add shims under the leveling legs a Tighten screw Repeat for other rear wheel 1 Wheel bracket assembly 2 Cabinet 3 Locating stud 4 Self tapping screw pivot Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from cabinet Adjust legs so there will be 14 in 3 mm to in 6 4 mm space between the top of the compactor and the top of the cabinet opening Stand the compactor upright Move the compactor close to its final position Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet Determine if you want the compactor frame or drawer front flush with the cabinet front Using the two 48 18 x Ne in Screws install the retaining brackets to cabinet top as needed a Ifthe compactor frame is to be flush with the cabinet front place
12. etergent in warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 5 If the drawer side was removed slide it back into the tilted position 6 Press the lever action lock or Side Lock Latch down while pushing the drawer side to the upright position 7 Latch the drawer side by pushing up the iever action lock lt Side Lock Latch Cleaning Inside the Cabinet NOTE You may want to wear protective gloves as there may b bits of glass in the cabinet 1 Pull the drawer out until it stops NOTE Look to see how the drawer rollers move in the track It will be easier to replace the drawer when you are finishec cleaning 2 Lift the front of the drawer to clear the stops 3 Grasp the drawer on the sides and pull it out the rest of the way Set the drawer down genily 4 Vacuum the inside of the cabinet Liquid spills or wet trash should be cleaned up by hand or by using a vacuum designed to pick up liquids 5 Wash the inside of the cabinet with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 6 To replace the drawer grasp it by the sides and insert the rollers onto the tracks 7 Lift the front of the drawer and push it in fully past the stops ate AAE NEA E OLR ELLE LEELA LEI LEKI Cleaning the Ram ks ete DEI LETRA SRS EE SS NOTE You may want to wear protective gloves as there may be bits of glass on the ram cover 1 Wipe glass particles off
13. g programs will not accept crushed glass m Check with your recycling program for specific guidelines on preparing recyclables DETTE OPERER Organizing the Recycling Workspace EAE ICIS AAE EES LETT Convenient recycle bins are made to fit in the compactor drawer These bins as well as plastic compactor bags can be purchased in a variety of colors at hardware stores and supermarkets Set up a system of color coded bags in an area chosen for processing recyclables Each color can represent a category of recyclable items based on types specified by your recycling program Separate recyclable items from non recyclable items a Recyclable items can be sorted using the color coded bags Prepare items according to guidelines provided by your recycling program a Non recyclable items should be compacted because compaction reduces trash volume to its original size four bags of trash can be compacted into one bag This contributes to reducing landfill volume and related waste transportation burdens REMEMBER Do not expect items which contain minimal air such as folded newspapers to com pact significantly SN Compacting Recyclable Items ks estes DDSI EEE LELEI EE IIL SS ae Most recycling programs want the consumer to crush or flatten recyclable items such as plastics cans and paperboard Compacting recyclable items consolidates volume and thereby reduces transportation costs and also helps manage recycling workspace more effectiv
14. hen the compacting cycle is done turn the Key Knob te OFF amp LOCK Remove the Key Knob and store it out of children s reach me A sses R gh SAS h eo tae EE et Ha ae rs 4 Turn the Control Knob to OFF amp LOCK 2 Turn the Control Knob to RUN This will raise the ram to its topmost position The compactor will automatically advance to the end of the cycle and stop 8 You can open the drawer after the compactor stops 2 When the trash i the top of the drawer remove the bag If the bag is too heavy compact less trash before emptying it in the future AWARNING 3 Push Side Lock Latch down and tilt drawer side open 4 Lift out bag IMPORTANT Before installing a new bag be sure m The drawer side is securely locked m The container is clean and free of debris Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially for use in your compactor Order replacement compactor bags through your local dealer or by calling the toll free number on the cover or in the Assistance or Service section 4 Place folded bag into the drawer Open bag and pull top edges over the drawer top 2 Lock bag in place by pulling the four prepunched holes over the bag retainer buttons Holes will expand over the buttons without damaging the bag 3 Press inside of bag against the drawer bottom sides and corners for a smooth fit SEENDE H N OTIS DIE
15. ing Your Compactor section m Did you press ON before pressing START Press ON before pressing START on some models See the Starting Your Compactor section rece SEENON ETT LETTS EN SESS The drawer won t open snemsenteseneengnseen cet ENE en AGNES SETE ELLE ALE EEE m Is the ram ali the way up Drawer will open only when ram is fully raised m To raise the ram on models with a Key Knob or Key Switch Turn the Key Knob Key Switch to START and release See the Starting Your Compactor section m Toraise the ram on models with push button controls Press OFF and then press ON See the Starting Your Compactor section ce DS E ANSATTES VENNENE ESTE There is not enough compaction or force EN EEE i mw Do you use the compacting cycle frequently enough Compacting works best when only a few items are loaded AR ANEPAAEPPAASPSSAMSBESGEEDRGGEE PEPE SBPRNRBSANNSANNPPENSERDN LAAN EAA LL PE Bottles don t break net Menno SITE LIED LE LLELDLE LEICA IEEE m How often do you notice this Bottles will not break every time The thickness of the bottle glass and the content of the trash load below it may preven the bottle from breaking sessangponnnanenstgont st 2SO1 MEAO Eaa MEEA TDI ASE SAS RECYCLING WITH YOUR COMPACTOR A A tL amp amp 4 HDPE N pa nN a bd co LDPE PP PS These codes indicate which type of plastic was used in manufacturing the container Your recycling pr
16. ly can cause electric shock when m Do not touch moving parts subsequently used m Handle a loaded trash bag with care Sharp objects can pierce the bag and cause injury Do not overload trash bag with heavy material such as glass m Do not operate with a damaged cord set plug motor or after damage in any manner Have the compactor examined repaired or adjusted by an authorized serviceperson m Use only for intended use as described in this m This compactor is intended for household use only manual Do not use other than manufacturer s recommended attachments SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SoS ASR OT NONNE ALE OA INSTALLING YOUR COMPACTOR Installer Leave Use and Care Guide with the homeowner Homeowner Keep Use and Care Guide for future reference and for local electrical inspector s use if required 4 Place the other two corner posts on the floor to the side of the compactor Grasp the sides of the compactor cabinet and E onggrog pian es Bereg gp E oe Pye put compactor on its side on top of the corner posts Remove STUER OK iy OL LATER the shipping base from the bottom of the compactor IMPORTANT m Do not grasp console to move compactor m Begin in the room where the compactor will be located 1 Remove compactor from shipping carton Remove all protective packaging materials such as tape and shipping pads Use a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and warm water to remove waxy residue caused by protective
17. mpactor section 3 Usearuler and a pencil or chalk to draw a line between tt 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 repes steps 1 4 Loading ihe Compaclar AWARNING Explosion Hazard Do not compact any container aerosol cans or cloths which might contain insecticide hair spray engine starting fluid paints liquids thinners or any other poisonous of explosive products Doing so can result in death explosion or fire AWARNING Cut Hazard Do not push items down into compactor with hands or feet Doing so can result in cuts NOTE You will not see compacting of trash the first few times you load the compactor The compactor drawer should be about 1 full before the compactor can begin to compress the load 4 Open the drawer Lift and pull the handle or press the toe bar to open the drawer TE Rrassinn theine bat opens the container only 3 in to m Load bottles or cans on their sides in the center of the drawer Do not load bottles in an upright position ae Song Y s LG 4 Turn the Control Knob to START As soon as the compactor starts release the Control Knob The knob will then advance to the RUN position and begin the compacting cycle 2 Acomplete compacting cycle takes about 27 seconds The compactor will automatically stop OFF a LOOK RN nw NOTE W
18. normal home us will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor mileage and transportation PLEASE NOTE The full warranty applies only when the compactor is located in the United States or Canada Compactors located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranty only including limited warranties for parts which fail during the first year CANADIAN RESIDENTS These warranties cover only those compactors installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association unless the compactors are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canade The specific warranties expressed above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer These warrantie give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state What is Not Covered by These Warranties 1 Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following a improper installation delivery or maintenance b Any repair modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer c Misuse abuse accidents or unreasonable use d Incorrect electric current voltage or supply e Improper setting of any control Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined o N Products purchased for commercial or industrial use gt Th
19. ogram will confirm which codes are accepted for recycling A XA OTHER Plastics with this symbol cannot be recycled Items with this symbol can be recycled or were made from recycled materials A compactor makes recycling and landfill reduction efforts more effective and efficient BREDERE SEDAN rankataan onenetara aaaeeeaa INT eS Recycling Guidelines 000 0B ANER ISO Contact your community recycling program or local recycling organizations to find out which items are accepted for recycling and how they should be prepared and organized These programs will provide essential recyciing guidelines m Method and frequency of collection curbside collections and drop off centers m Categories of recyclable items and how to distinguish between them Plastic containers are identified by codes on the bottom Sort by the numbers inside the triangular arrows For example most plastic soda bottles and some cleaning bottles have code 1 most milk and water jugs laundry and personal hygiene product containers have code 2 Paper and cardboard containers paperboard also have recycle symbols to indicate a container is recyclable a Preparations of recyclable items Most recycling programs provide specific guidelines on preparation For example aluminum cans and plastic containers need to be rinsed out lids removed but often labels can be left on IMPORTANT m Some items such as glass should not be compacted a Mostrecyclin
20. r write to Jenn Air Customer Service Attn GAIR Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 Web address www jennair com Or call 1 800 688 1100 U S customers using TTY for deaf hearing impaired or speec impaired call 1 800 688 2080 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 8 00 p m Eastern Time NOTE When writing or calling about a service problem pleas include the following information 4 Your name address and daytime telephone number 2 Appliance model number and serial number 3 Name and address of your dealer or servicer 4 A clear description of the problem you are having 5 Proof of purchase sales receipt All specifications are subject to change by manufacturer with notice ccessones To order a color matched trim kit for the installation of a cust made panel contact your local authorized dealer Replacement Bags Call for Part Number Trim Kits for Custom Front Panels Order Part TCDW Trim kit for custom made panel Order Part TCBS Stainless steel door panel FOO DS SE a OSS aa SL SE Sa Se DSS gS a a A DNI NNN NINNI INNI PIN DO NNN NNN NINNI JENN AIR COMPACTOR WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one 1 year from the date of original retail purchase any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY From the second year through the end of the third year following the date of original retail purchase parts which fail in
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