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Related GE GFC530F Manual Pages

Quick Specs - Page 1

... Underwriters R Laboratories GE Appliances GFC530F-GE Extra-Large Capacity Continuous Feed Disposer Disposall® Food Waste Disposer Dimensions (in inches) 7-3E/4 6-15D/16 1A3-7/16 Inlet/Outlet Diameters Dishwasher inlet diameter (in.) Drain outlet diameter (in.) 3/4 1-1/2 5-3B/8 Specification Created 1/01 For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE appliance questions...

Quick Specs - Page 2

GE Appliances GFC530F-GE Extra-Large Capacity Continuous Feed Disposer Features and Benefits • Extra-Large Capacity Continuous Feed Disposer • 2600 RPM Grinding Action • 1/2 Horsepower Motor • 2 Level Precutter • Stainless Steel ... Material • QuietPower™ I Sound Insulation Package • EZ Mount Installation • Model GFC530F Specification Created 1/01

Use and Care Manual - Page 1

... 2 Installation Instructions Attaching the Discharge Elbow 6 Components and Installation of Sink Flange 5 Connecting Disposer to Sink Flange 7 Dimensions/Typical Installations 8 Dishwasher Connection 6 Operating Instructions Batch Feed Models 9 Care and Maintenance 10 Continuous Feed Models 9 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call for Service . . . . . .11 Consumer Support Warranty 12...

Use and Care Manual - Page 2

...one outlet is always hot. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. When using the appliance. I Turn the power switch (normally a wall switch) to reduce the risk of electric shock. I Do not put... call a qualified electrician. The batch-feed or "TC" model connects to the hot side, while the continuous feed model connects to remove objects from the disposer.

Use and Care Manual - Page 3

...Most houses have an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. GE recommends that lead to the ground screw in length and not ... Cover Plate Bottom of disposer. 3. The batch-feed or "TC" model connects to the hot side, while the continuous feed model connects to exceed ...of the disposer (end bell). NOTE: Disconnect electric power to 110-120 Volt, 60 Hz AC current only. Turn the ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

... or liquid soap • Hose clamp • Dishwasher drain connector • Adjustable pipe wrench • Plumber's putty (for cast sinks) • Stepped rubber drain adapter •...; Note to disposer. 2. PREPARATION 1. Be sure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Disposer If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...

Use and Care Manual - Page 5

... Dishwasher Discharge Inlet Elbow Gasket Disposer End Bell (Electrical Connections) Elbow Flange Rating Label in This Area *Not used with batch feed model Screws Discharge Elbow INSTALLATION OF... the disposer by the factory. If no leaks. Do not turn . 5 From underneath the sink, slip the fiber gasket onto the exposed sink flange. When the cushion mount is used , insert the ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 6

... a flexible drain pipe. This will need a stepped rubber adapter. Rubber Gasket Discharge Elbow 6 Installation Instructions 2 DISHWASHER CONNECTION (IF REQUIRED) If you will not damage the disposer in any way, but may require the use a screwdriver or sharp instrument. Knock out plug 2 CONNECT HOSE Connect the dishwasher hose using a hose clamp. If...

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

... Hopper Projection in "Locked" Position Mounting Slot Mount Ring 4 CHECK FOR LEAKS Check the unit for leaks. 2 LINE UP WITH OUTLET PIPE Turn the mount ring and the disposer until it locks up tight. Guide the hopper projections into the mount ring slots. Run water and check for leaks 24 hours after...

Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... upon the models listed above, to avoid standing water in disposer motor housing. **Flexible drain pipe may be necessary for Model... 5 9/16" 4 1/2" 11/2" GFC720 Model Series 8 1/2" 93/8" 165/8" 5 9/16" 4 1/2" 11/2" GFB760 Model Series Batch Feed Operation 8 1/2" 7 1/4" 161/16" 5 9/16" 4 1/2" 11/2" GFC1020 Model Series SOME TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS Direct replacement for most makes ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 9

... instructions. Remove the sink stopper and turn on a medium flow of cold water. Batch Feed Models A. E. The disposer is actually increasing torque (grinding power)...disposer. Insert the stopper to start the disposer. This assures that all waste is thoroughly flushed through Small the trap and drain. Continuous Feed Models A. C. B. One of the disposer...

Use and Care Manual - Page 10

... Feed model, is ruggedly built to place them in the trash can or trash compactor. THE MOTOR IS PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED FOR LIFE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LUBRICATE YOUR DISPOSER. The disposer is... cutting time. TO SPEED UP FOOD WASTE DISPOSAL...Cut or break up large bones, melon rinds, grapefruit skins and corn cobs. To replace, insert into the disposer, as tin cans, bottles and bottle caps...

Use and Care Manual - Page 11

... • With the splash guard* removed, check to the disposer. The overload control prevents the motor from operating should overloading occur...Turntable cannot rotate. • If the turntable does not turn freely, check for an object lodged between the turntable and... tongs. Improper seating of elbow flange screws. *Batch Feed does not include splash guard. 11 When overloaded, the...

Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... there is a defect in this four year extended limited warranty period, you will be responsible for home use the product. Disposer Warranty. All warranty service provided by a GE Authorized Servicer is product repair as provided in materials or workmanship relating to provide required service. To schedule service on-line, visit us at...