Owner’s Manual Compactor ZCG3100 ZCG3300 ZCG3500
HELP US HELP YOU… Safety Instructions .......... 3 Operating Instructions, Tips Features of Your Compactor 4, 5 Trash Bag Installation ................. 6 Operating Your Compactor....... 7 Before using your compactor, read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new compactor properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. Care and Cleaning Changing Front Panel ................. 9 If you don’t understand something Cleaning—Inside and Outside...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. • Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is operated near children. Do not allow the compactor to be used as a toy, or to run unattended at any time. • Turn the key to OFF and remove it when not compacting trash. This will help prevent anyone from tampering with the compactor or children from operating it. • Do not push trash into the drawer with hands or feet.
FEATURES OF YOUR COMPACTOR Odor Control Panel Key Lock Switch Drawer Handle– lift to pull out drawer Quick Reference Model Number is located behind the Key Lock switch knob Mount optional air freshener here (not included) Ram Drawer Buttons Model and Serial number location Bag Caddy Removable Trash Drawer Changeable Door Panels Container Latch Leveling Legs Models ZCG3100 and ZCG3300 come with reversible black and white panels. These units will also accept 1/4″ and 3/4″ custom panels.
What It Does Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as 25% of its original volume. It compacts most refuse, including paper, cans, bottles, jars, plastic containers, wrappings, sweepings and some food wastes. How it Works Drop trash into a disposable bag that lines the trash drawer and close the drawer. When you start the compactor, an electrically-operated ram moves down into the drawer, compacts trash, moves back up again—and the compactor shuts off automatically.
TRASH BAG INSTALLATION Reinforced polyethylene bags come with your compactor. These bags are ready to be installed. You must use the specially designed heavy-duty trash bags included with your compactor. Replacement bags can be obtained by calling 800.626.2002. The part number for replacement bags for your model is WC60X5015. • With trash drawer pulled out to first stop, move the drawer to the second stop by lifting the front of the drawer slightly and pulling forward.
OPERATING YOUR COMPACTOR After installing a trash bag, the compactor is ready to use. Pull the trash drawer out as far as necessary to load the items. • Bottles and large cans compact best when laid flat near the center of the drawer. • To help keep the ram clean when compacting messy food waste, place a couple of folded sheets of newspaper or a large grocery bag on top of the load to be compacted.
CARE AND CLEANING The inside and outside of your compactor are finished with durable baked-on enamel. Cleaning—Outside Keep the outside clean. Do not wipe with a soiled dishwashing cloth—it may leave a residue that can damage the paint. Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers or scouring pads that may mar the finish. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the compactor is new, and then several times a year. Appliance Polish and Wax Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X216) is available from GE Appliance Parts Marts.
Changing Front Panel (Models ZCG3100 and ZCG3300 only) Care and Cleaning Remove drawer by pulling to first stop and lifting front to clear second stop. Place drawer on its back. Remove two screws in bottom edge of trim. Slide panel out and reverse. Reinstall trim and place drawer back in compactor. INSTALLATION Electrical Requirements CAUTION: Before Plugging In Compactor, Read The Following Electrical Requirements.
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE COMPACTOR DOES NOT OPERATE • May not be plugged into a live electrical outlet. • If plug is secure and compactor still fails to operate, plug a lamp or small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or burned-out fuse. • Key lock switch may not be in ON position. • Key lock switch may not have been held at START long enough to start the compaction cycle. • Drawer may not be firmly closed.
With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! Monogram Preferred Service The Problem Solver 800.444.1845 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Warranty Compactor YOUR MONOGRAM COMPACTOR WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase ONE-YEAR Any part of the compactor which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
