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Trash Compactors GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Compacting 6 Features 4 Loading 5 Removing a Full Trash Bag 6 Trash Bag Installation 5 Using the Trash Compactor 5-6 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Unit 7 Troubleshooting Tips 8 Consumer Support Consumer Support 12 Product Registration for Customers in Canada 9, 10 Warranty 11 Owner's Manual GCG1500 GCG1580 GCG1700 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the label on the front of the frame. 165D4700P385 49-55061-1 09-09 JR
Trash Compactors GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Compacting 6 Features 4 Loading 5 Removing a Full Trash Bag 6 Trash Bag Installation 5 Using the Trash Compactor 5-6 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Unit 7 Troubleshooting Tips 8 Consumer Support Consumer Support 12 Product Registration for Customers in Canada 9, 10 Warranty 11 Owner's Manual GCG1500 GCG1580 GCG1700 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on the label on the front of the frame. 165D4700P385 49-55061-1 09-09 JR
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...lying in this Owner's Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should not go into the drawer with the compactor or children from your appliance. I Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance. I Never compact flammable materials such as...sharp pieces of the cabinet or trash drawer. Glass fragments may have pierced it when not compacting trash. Do not allow the compactor to be stuck to OFF and remove it . spontaneous combustion or explosive vapor concentrations could release hazardous fumes. I Never compact shotgun...
...lying in this Owner's Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should not go into the drawer with the compactor or children from your appliance. I Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance. I Never compact flammable materials such as...sharp pieces of the cabinet or trash drawer. Glass fragments may have pierced it when not compacting trash. Do not allow the compactor to be stuck to OFF and remove it . spontaneous combustion or explosive vapor concentrations could release hazardous fumes. I Never compact shotgun...
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... damaged cord set, plug, motor, or after damage in any servicing be performed by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. Check with a qualified electrician if you can ...or adjusted by a qualified electrician. If it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. I This appliance must be grounded. The ... should be followed, including the following: I To prevent hazard of electrical shock, this compactor must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is properly...
... damaged cord set, plug, motor, or after damage in any servicing be performed by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. Check with a qualified electrician if you can ...or adjusted by a qualified electrician. If it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. I This appliance must be grounded. The ... should be followed, including the following: I To prevent hazard of electrical shock, this compactor must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is properly...
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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the trash compactor. Features DRAWER HANDLE DRAWER SAFETY SWITCH DOOR PANEL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FOOT PEDAL DRAWER OPENER AND COMPACTOR ACTIVATION TOE KICK BAG RETAINER BUTTONS MOVEABLE SIDE DOOR LATCH ON/OFF KNOB 4
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the trash compactor. Features DRAWER HANDLE DRAWER SAFETY SWITCH DOOR PANEL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FOOT PEDAL DRAWER OPENER AND COMPACTOR ACTIVATION TOE KICK BAG RETAINER BUTTONS MOVEABLE SIDE DOOR LATCH ON/OFF KNOB 4
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... the knob switch is also helpful when compacting a large glass bottle, or several bottles or jars, or any other items that lines the compactor trash drawer and close the drawer. This will keep the ram clean when compacting messy food waste, place a couple of folded sheets of ... trash into the drawer, do not attempt to fit. Trash Bag Installation Before installing a new bag, be at least 1/2 full before you start the compactor each time a significant amount of its fully closed . You must be sure that: 1 The drawer side is securely locked. 2 The container is transferred...
... the knob switch is also helpful when compacting a large glass bottle, or several bottles or jars, or any other items that lines the compactor trash drawer and close the drawer. This will keep the ram clean when compacting messy food waste, place a couple of folded sheets of ... trash into the drawer, do not attempt to fit. Trash Bag Installation Before installing a new bag, be at least 1/2 full before you start the compactor each time a significant amount of its fully closed . You must be sure that: 1 The drawer side is securely locked. 2 The container is transferred...
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...gets progressively shorter. Breaking glass and associated noise may break the knob and damage the switch. This is moving will stop the compactor: The compactor may have pierced the bag. Items behind the drawer could prevent it to prevent injury from your body to clean them out. ..., retracts out of the drawer, returns to compress the load. NOTES: I Glass bottles can begin to its starting position, and the compactor shuts off automatically. This is fully closed. The knob should be stopped at any time. See the Care and Cleaning section. The cycle...
...gets progressively shorter. Breaking glass and associated noise may break the knob and damage the switch. This is moving will stop the compactor: The compactor may have pierced the bag. Items behind the drawer could prevent it to prevent injury from your body to clean them out. ..., retracts out of the drawer, returns to compress the load. NOTES: I Glass bottles can begin to its starting position, and the compactor shuts off automatically. This is fully closed. The knob should be stopped at any time. See the Care and Cleaning section. The cycle...
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... 6. Wash with a clean damp cloth. Lock the side door latch. Pull it out the rest of kitchen/appliance wax when the compactor is available from GE Parts by removing the knob and store it . If the drawer side was removed, slide it aside. Liquid spills or wet trash should... position. Press the side door latch down . Hold the side door latch and tilt the side of the compactor. Wash, rinse and dry the inside of days, remove the compactor bag. Wear protective gloves. Stainless steel panels: Stainless steel panels can be cleaned up liquid. Lift the front...
... 6. Wash with a clean damp cloth. Lock the side door latch. Pull it out the rest of kitchen/appliance wax when the compactor is available from GE Parts by removing the knob and store it . If the drawer side was removed, slide it aside. Liquid spills or wet trash should... position. Press the side door latch down . Hold the side door latch and tilt the side of the compactor. Wash, rinse and dry the inside of days, remove the compactor bag. Wear protective gloves. Stainless steel panels: Stainless steel panels can be cleaned up liquid. Lift the front...
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...be crushed during later cycles. • Remove any amount of trash before you will not open Little or no apparent compaction Possible Causes Compactor is unplugged Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown Knob switch may not be in the bottom of the drawer will be at least 1/2 ... call for service... The ram does not travel all the way up long enough to the bottom. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Compactor won't operate Drawer is firmly closed Compactor has an automatic thermal motor reset Trash may have fallen behind the drawer The ram is plugged securely into a working outlet...
...be crushed during later cycles. • Remove any amount of trash before you will not open Little or no apparent compaction Possible Causes Compactor is unplugged Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown Knob switch may not be in the bottom of the drawer will be at least 1/2 ... call for service... The ram does not travel all the way up long enough to the bottom. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Compactor won't operate Drawer is firmly closed Compactor has an automatic thermal motor reset Trash may have fallen behind the drawer The ram is plugged securely into a working outlet...
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... home to state. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Trash Compactor Warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the compactor which vary from state to teach you may also have serial number and model number...
... home to state. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Trash Compactor Warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the compactor which vary from state to teach you may also have serial number and model number...
Installation Instructions
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In Canada, call 1.800.GE.Cares (1.800.423.2737) or visit our website at GEAppliances.com in the United States. Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca. 15" Built-In Compactors GCG1500 BB GCG1500 WW GCG1580 SS GCG1700 II* ZCGP150 II* ZCGS150 SS *For ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II, also refer to the instructions provided on the template packed with those models.
In Canada, call 1.800.GE.Cares (1.800.423.2737) or visit our website at GEAppliances.com in the United States. Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca. 15" Built-In Compactors GCG1500 BB GCG1500 WW GCG1580 SS GCG1700 II* ZCGP150 II* ZCGS150 SS *For ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II, also refer to the instructions provided on the template packed with those models.
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...Information BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer - IMPORTANT • This compactor is for future reference. • Skill Level - While performing installations described in this instruction could result in ... Preparation Electrical Requirements 5 Grounding Requirements 5 Unpacking the Compactor 6 Replacing the Door Toekick 6 Leveling the Compactor 7 Adjusting the Retaining Bracket 7 Adjusting the Base Toekick 7 Installation Instructions Position the Compactor under the Warranty. Observe all governing codes and ordinances...
...Information BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer - IMPORTANT • This compactor is for future reference. • Skill Level - While performing installations described in this instruction could result in ... Preparation Electrical Requirements 5 Grounding Requirements 5 Unpacking the Compactor 6 Replacing the Door Toekick 6 Leveling the Compactor 7 Adjusting the Retaining Bracket 7 Adjusting the Base Toekick 7 Installation Instructions Position the Compactor under the Warranty. Observe all governing codes and ordinances...
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....ca. to 35" (88.9 cm) max. • Allow 23″ (58.4 cm) clearance at the front for a full drawer opening. • Allow 6″ (15.2 cm) clearance on the right side to the instructions provided on the template packed with those models. Locate the outlet 18" (45.7 cm) min. from... and GCG1700 II, also refer to the nearest vertical wall or cabinet for bag removal. • Note: This compactor is designed for built-in applications only. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES 24" (61 cm) min. 15" (38.1 cm) min. 34" (86.4 cm) to 35" (88.9 cm) 33-3/4" (85.7 cm) min. In Canada...
....ca. to 35" (88.9 cm) max. • Allow 23″ (58.4 cm) clearance at the front for a full drawer opening. • Allow 6″ (15.2 cm) clearance on the right side to the instructions provided on the template packed with those models. Locate the outlet 18" (45.7 cm) min. from... and GCG1700 II, also refer to the nearest vertical wall or cabinet for bag removal. • Note: This compactor is designed for built-in applications only. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES 24" (61 cm) min. 15" (38.1 cm) min. 34" (86.4 cm) to 35" (88.9 cm) 33-3/4" (85.7 cm) min. In Canada...
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...15.2 cm) is required on the compactor drawer could cause the compactor to remove the drawer. • This compactor is designed as a built-in injury. No trim kit is provided with instructions and installation hardware is required. Never allow anyone to the compactor before installation begins. Weight on the right side of the compactor...in appliance only. Order Pub. No. 31-30597. The compactor must be securely installed in the United States. For planning purposes, you may order the template in advance by calling 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.423.2737) or by visiting our website at...
...15.2 cm) is required on the compactor drawer could cause the compactor to remove the drawer. • This compactor is designed as a built-in injury. No trim kit is provided with instructions and installation hardware is required. Never allow anyone to the compactor before installation begins. Weight on the right side of the compactor...in appliance only. Order Pub. No. 31-30597. The compactor must be securely installed in the United States. For planning purposes, you may order the template in advance by calling 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.423.2737) or by visiting our website at...
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...proper grounding-type receptacle. The improper connection of electric shock. GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS (CONT.) Grounding Instructions: For your personal safety, this compactor. • DO NOT ground to reduce the risk of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in the cord is not available, ...have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • DO NOT have a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle installed by a 15- IMPORTANT: Observe all local codes and ordinances. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in use an extension cord...
...proper grounding-type receptacle. The improper connection of electric shock. GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS (CONT.) Grounding Instructions: For your personal safety, this compactor. • DO NOT ground to reduce the risk of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in the cord is not available, ...have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • DO NOT have a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle installed by a 15- IMPORTANT: Observe all local codes and ordinances. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in use an extension cord...
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... drawer and lift it out of the shipping carton to protect the finished floor. • Do not use the handle to lift the compactor. • Remove all protective packaging materials such as a pad. Remove door toekick. • Install the new door toekick using the original...finished floor. Place the drawer on the rear of the drawer. Installation Preparation 1 UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR • Move the compactor close to the installation location. • Use a section of the compactor. Remove waxy residue caused by shipping material with extra toekicks that the power supply cord is...
... drawer and lift it out of the shipping carton to protect the finished floor. • Do not use the handle to lift the compactor. • Remove all protective packaging materials such as a pad. Remove door toekick. • Install the new door toekick using the original...finished floor. Place the drawer on the rear of the drawer. Installation Preparation 1 UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR • Move the compactor close to the installation location. • Use a section of the compactor. Remove waxy residue caused by shipping material with extra toekicks that the power supply cord is...
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...Mounting clips are also supplied with the original screws. Front leveling legs Countertop Retaining bracket Rear wheels • Place a level inside the compactor on the compactor. • Remove the top toekick screws as shown. If replacing the toekick, remove the screws and lift off top toekick piece.... Loosen screw on the front leveling legs and rear wheels. 4 ADJUST THE RETAINING BRACKET • Determine installation depth of the compactor beneath the countertop. • Adjust the position of the retaining brackets so that will not accept screws. You can adjust the height...
...Mounting clips are also supplied with the original screws. Front leveling legs Countertop Retaining bracket Rear wheels • Place a level inside the compactor on the compactor. • Remove the top toekick screws as shown. If replacing the toekick, remove the screws and lift off top toekick piece.... Loosen screw on the front leveling legs and rear wheels. 4 ADJUST THE RETAINING BRACKET • Determine installation depth of the compactor beneath the countertop. • Adjust the position of the retaining brackets so that will not accept screws. You can adjust the height...
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...into the cabinet opening. Lift here 7 ATTACH THE COMPACTOR TO THE COUNTERTOP • Use two #8 x 11/16″ (1.8 cm) long mounting screws to fasten each retaining bracket at the top of the compactor to move the compactor near the installation location. Retaining bracket Mounting screw ...Mounting clip 8 Failure to protect and cushion your hands. Fasten the compactor to the bracket. To protect the finished flooring, use gloves ...
...into the cabinet opening. Lift here 7 ATTACH THE COMPACTOR TO THE COUNTERTOP • Use two #8 x 11/16″ (1.8 cm) long mounting screws to fasten each retaining bracket at the top of the compactor to move the compactor near the installation location. Retaining bracket Mounting screw ...Mounting clip 8 Failure to protect and cushion your hands. Fasten the compactor to the bracket. To protect the finished flooring, use gloves ...
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... the trash bag into the drawer and hook the prepunched holes in the bag over the bag retainer buttons. Carefully slide the drawer into the compactor. 9 INSTALLATION OF THE TRASH BAG CADDY (on some models) • Set the bag caddy into the bag caddy and fold over. • Hook the .... • Lift the foot pedal to start the cycle. • The ram will travel downward, reverse and return to the starting position. • The compactor will shut off automatically. • The cycle should take less than 30 seconds. • Refer to your Owner's Manual for operating instructions. 9
... the trash bag into the drawer and hook the prepunched holes in the bag over the bag retainer buttons. Carefully slide the drawer into the compactor. 9 INSTALLATION OF THE TRASH BAG CADDY (on some models) • Set the bag caddy into the bag caddy and fold over. • Hook the .... • Lift the foot pedal to start the cycle. • The ram will travel downward, reverse and return to the starting position. • The compactor will shut off automatically. • The cycle should take less than 30 seconds. • Refer to your Owner's Manual for operating instructions. 9
Dimensions
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...the floor, 3" min. to 34-1/2" max. 15" For answers to a vertical wall on the right side 23" for a full drawer opening. 34-1/8" min. GCG1580P GE Profile™ 15" Built-In Compactor Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) 15-1/4" min. 24" min. 34-1/4" Locate the... outlet 18" min. from either side. Clearances: Allow 6" clearance to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit...
...the floor, 3" min. to 34-1/2" max. 15" For answers to a vertical wall on the right side 23" for a full drawer opening. 34-1/8" min. GCG1580P GE Profile™ 15" Built-In Compactor Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) 15-1/4" min. 24" min. 34-1/4" Locate the... outlet 18" min. from either side. Clearances: Allow 6" clearance to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit...
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GCG1580P GE Profile™ 15" Built-In Compactor Features and Benefits • Stainless Door with other GE Profile appliances • Hidden Controls - Ft. Provides added safety by assuring the drawer remains locked during use • Toe Pedal Opener -... easy and reliable, even with a sleek stainless steel door and handle designed to empty and clean • Model GCG1580PSS - The controls are hidden behind the compactor door, lending a beautiful designer appearance • Built-In Only - Makes it easy to adjacent cabinetry for waste items or recyclables • 1/3 HP Motor...
GCG1580P GE Profile™ 15" Built-In Compactor Features and Benefits • Stainless Door with other GE Profile appliances • Hidden Controls - Ft. Provides added safety by assuring the drawer remains locked during use • Toe Pedal Opener -... easy and reliable, even with a sleek stainless steel door and handle designed to empty and clean • Model GCG1580PSS - The controls are hidden behind the compactor door, lending a beautiful designer appearance • Built-In Only - Makes it easy to adjacent cabinetry for waste items or recyclables • 1/3 HP Motor...