GE GCG1520 manual

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    Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 – 4 Operating Instructions Compacting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Removing a Full Trash Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Trash Bag Installat[...]

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    Operating Instructions 2 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury . ■ This compactor is for hou[...]

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    Consumer Support Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips ge.com W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury . PRECAUTIONS AGAINST UNREASONABLE USE OF YOUR COMP ACTOR: ■ Never compact shotgun shells, c[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 4 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: T o 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 operat[...]

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    L O C K /O F F O N S TA R T About the trash compactor . ge.com Consumer Support Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Features DRA WER HANDLE DOOR P ANEL TOUCH-TOE BAR DRA WER OPENER TOE PLA TE KEY -KNOB ST ART/OFF SWITCH DRA WER MONITOR SWITCH MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL BAG RET AINER BUTTONS[...]

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    6 About using the trash compactor . What It Does and How It W orks Y our compactor reduces household trash to as little as 1/4 of its 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 t[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions ge.com Lift the trash drawer handle or 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[...]

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    8 About using the trash compactor . Removing a Full T rash Bag Pull the drawer completely open. Remove the top of the bag from the bag retainer buttons. Pull up all four bag cuffs. Close the bag with the twist ties provided. Push the side-lock latch down and tilt the drawer side open. Lift the bag out. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Ins[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Care and cleaning of the compactor . ge.com 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 mo[...]

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    Installation Instructions. Before you start… Proper installation is your responsibility . Make sure you have everything necessar y for correct installation. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified installer to assure that electrical installation meets national and all local codes and ordinances. Gro[...]

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    11 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 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. DO NOT have a fuse in the n[...]

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    Installation Instructions. Remove 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 . 1 Check that the power supply cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of[...]

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    13 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Measure the height of your cabinet opening. The top of the compactor should be at least 1/8 ″ (3 mm) from the top of the cabinet opening. The rear wheels are preset for a cabinet opening height of 34-1/4 ″ (87 cm) (Position “A”). [...]

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    If the toe plate rubs the floor covering, the toe plate clearance may be changed as follows: Mark on each side of the toe 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 a line between the marks on each side of toe plate. Use scissors or utility knife[...]

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    15 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T o order a color-matched trim kit for the installation of a custom-made panel, contact your local authorized GE dealer . T o locate an authorized GE dealer in your area, call the GE Answer Center at 800-626-2000 . Available kits for cust[...]

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    16 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Installation Instructions. Dimensions for trimless panel with handle Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use without a trim kit. The panel should be 1/2 ″ to 5/8 ″ (13 mm to 16 mm) thick. NOTE: A thicker panel ma[...]

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    17 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Dimensions for trimless panel without handle Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use without a trim kit. The panel should be 1/2 ″ (13 mm) thick. Installation: 1. Remove foot pedal, toe guard, decorative panel and [...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 18 Before you call for service… T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Compactor won’t operate Compactor is[...]

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    19 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning T rash Compactor W arranty . All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. T o schedule service, on-line, 24-hours a day , visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Plea[...]

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    Consumer Support. GE Appliances W ebsite ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? T r y the GE Appliances W ebsite 24 hours a day , any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our T eam of E[...]