Fisher & Paykel GD75IA1 manual

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    F ood waste disposer Installation instructions and user guide NZ GD75IA1 4020_Wastedisposal_UG.indd 1 10/22/08 6:21:05 PM[...]

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    4020_Wastedisposal_UG.indd 2 10/22/08 6:21:06 PM[...]

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    1 Safety and warnings 2 Installation instruc tions 3 Operating instruc tions 8 Cleaning and maintenance 9 T r oubleshooting 10 Manufacturer ’ s warranty 11 Customer care 12 Con tents Impor tant! SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time. For current detai[...]

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    2 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as describe d in this User Guide. Impor tant sa fety precautions ! When using this appliance, always use basic safet y precautions, including the following: Danger! This appliance is not intended for the use by children or infirmed persons without super vision. T o reduce the risk of injur y , clos[...]

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    3 Before you begin Please read these installation instructions completely and carefully . The following installation instructions are intended as a general guide. Please ensure that the waste disposal unit is installed according to local building codes for your area. Installation is recommended to be done by a qualified plumber or installer . Produ[...]

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    4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 15 14 13 12 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 15 14 13 12 16 17 18 Installation instruc tions Fig 1. Three Bolt Mount System Fig 1.2. Elbow Unpacking your waste disposer 1 Remove the waste disposer from the packaging. 2 Identify and check that all components are included in the car ton before beginning the installation (fig[...]

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    5 Installation instruc tions Installing the waste disposer 1 Loosen the clamp screw to allow the mounting system to be removed from the unit (fig.2). 2 T urn the mounting assembly over and remove the flange r ing from the track on the sink flange. Undo the three screws holding it together . This will allow the sink flange, mount ring, and protector[...]

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    6 Installation instruc tions 7 Connect the discharge elbow to the lower outlet on the waste disposer (fig. 7). 8 Prior to connec ting the waste disposer to the mounting assembly , press firmly down on the rubber splash guard to check that is firmly fitted onto the neck of the hopper . 9 Lubricate the top lip and angled sur face of the rubber splash[...]

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    7 Installing the air-switch (optional) 1 Select a location on the bench top for the air switch to be positioned (recommended position is near the sink). Mar k and cut a hole, 33mm in diameter , in the bench top. 2 Remove the nut from the thread of the air switch (fig.12). 3 F eed one end of the PVC tubing up through the cutout, from the underside o[...]

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    8 Operating instruc tions Operating instruc tions 1 Remove the sink stopper and turn on a medium flow of cold water . Note: Do not use hot water . Only cold water should be run through the waste disposer. 2 Press the air switch or the wall mounted switch to activate the waste disposer . 3 F eed food items through the sink opening of the waste dispo[...]

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    9 Y our waste disposer is self-cleaning and scours itself with each use. Under normal usage, your waste disposer will not require any special care. Note: Always run cold water into the chamber before, during and after using the waste disposer . Do not use hot water . Removing an odour Grinding up a tray of ice cubes will help to clean the shredding[...]

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    10 T r oubleshooting tips Problem Possible causes What to do W aste disposer is not star ting No elec tricity at the power outlet. Check that the plug is correctly connec ted and power is turned on. Check another appliance at the same outlet. Check house fuse. Air switch tubing not connected Check that the air switch, or wall switch, is correctly c[...]

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    11 Manufac turer’ s warranty Fisher & Paykel under takes to Repair or , at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any par t of the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS from the date of purchase. This warranty DOES NOT Cov er A Ser vice [...]

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    12 Check the things you can do yourself . Refer to your User Guide and check: 1 your appliance is correctly installed 2 you are familiar with its normal operation If after checking these points you still need assistance, please refer to your nearest Authorised Ser vice Centre , or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover . In N[...]

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    13 4020_Wastedisposal_UG.indd 13 10/22/08 6:21:18 PM[...]

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    Copyright © Fisher & Paykel 2008. All rights reser ved. The product specifications in this book let apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue. Under our policy of continuous product improvement , these specifications may change at any time. Y ou should therefore check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet corre[...]