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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING SHOULD BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING SHOULD BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: We recommend that a separate circuit serving only must be properly installed and grounded in this appliance be provided. accordance with the Installation Instructions before it Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the is used.
Getting started Features and appearance will vary throughout this manual Features 49-55111-2...
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Getting started What It Does and How It Works Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as one-fourth of its original volume. It compacts most refuse, including paper, cans, bottles, jars, plastic containers, wrappings, sweepings and some food wastes. Drop trash into the disposable bag (designed for compactor use) that lines the compactor trash drawer and close the drawer.
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Getting started Compacting To start the compactor: When bottles and cans are compacted, small tears in the bag may occur. bag away from your body to prevent injury from sharp Make sure the drawer is fully closed. objects that may have pierced the bag. Lift the foot pedal up until you hear the cycle start.
Care and cleaning Cleaning the Unit the knob to the OFF position and remove it. If you will be away for more than a couple of days, remove the compactor bag. Lock the compactor by removing the knob and store it in a safe place. To clean the outside: To clean the cabinet interior: Wipe with a clean damp cloth.
Troubleshooting Tips... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Compactor won’t Compactor is unplugged Make sure the cord is plugged securely into a working operate outlet. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown breaker. Knob switch may not be in Make sure the switch is in the ON position. the ON position Foot pedal may not be lifted Lift foot pedal up momentarily until compaction cycle starts.
In the United States: you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Appliances Service location for service. In Alaska, the limited warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
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