Kitchen Aid oY cot Model KUCHEN i USE and CARE GUIDE Part No. 9870402 Rev.
Table of Contents Grounding Instructions Important Safety Instructions . Additional Safety Instructions . Ownership Registration Compactor Features Using the Compactor .. Solid Pack Cycle .. Charcoal Air Filter . How the Compactor Works Removing a Filled Bag . Installing 8 New Bag Cleaning the Compactor Changing Compactor Front Panels For Service or Assistance Kitchen Aid Warranty DWW ©1992 Kitchen Aid Groundhog Instructions 3-Prong I grounding .
Important Safe{y Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your compactor, follow basic precautions, including the following: * Read all instructions before using the compactor. « Close supervision of children is necessary when the compactor is used near children, * Do not allow compactor 1o be used as a toy, or to run unattended at any time. Lock key switch when not in use and store key out of reach of children. * Do not touch moving parts.
* Always place glass botches, etc., on their sides In the center of the drawer. The waste paper below and beside the bottle can help keep broken glass near center of bag. « Do not install or store compactor where it will be exposed to the weather. * You are responsible for making sure that your compactor: Is used only for jobs normally expected of home compactors.
Color front Compactor Features Charcoal air filter switch Key-knob panel pack start switch Activated charcoal alr filer Drawer monitor switch Bag carrier handle Lever-action lock Touch-toe bar drawer. opens Adjustable toe plate Compactor Accessories Trim Kit {Part No. 4164698) This stainless steel trim kit will accept panels for a custom-designed compactor front. See page 10. Re-usable Container {Part No.
Using the Compactor Open the Drawer * Press the Touch-Toe Bar to open the drawer. Add the Trash * \/rap or cover wet or messy trash. * Load bottles or ¢ans on their sides in the center of the drawer. * Do not compact items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit rinds, disposable diapers, or persona hygiene items. Close the Drawer Set switch to NORMAL PACK, wm the Key-Nab to START, and release. » The compactor will stop at the end of the cycle.
Solid Pack Cycle This cycle extends the use of a bag, by putting constant pressure on the trash to keep it from springing back. Regular use of SOLID PACK can increase bag capacity up to 20%. During SPUD PACK the ram wil stay in the don position for extra compacting. While in SOLID PACK, & red indicator will show on the Solid Pack Switch. The drawer carton be opened when the ram is doer. For pest results, use SPUD PACK for at least 2 hour at a tme. To use SOLID PACK: 1. Move switch to SOLID PACK position. 2.
How the Compactor Works 1. Pull the drawer completely open. {in NORMAL PACK]} " The ram does ot Start compacting the trash until the goad is about Vs full. You will not see compacting with the first few loading. 2. Remove top of bag from bag retainer buttons. Pauli up ali 4 bag cuffs. You may hear a noise when glass breaks. Strong glass bottles may not break at ail. The trash in a full compactor bag will be about V4 the size of the original bulk.
2. Fit the bag carrier in the drawer as shown. 3. Place folded bag into the drawer. Open bag and pull top edges over the drawer top. 4. Lock bag in place by pulling the 4 keypunched holes over the bag retainer buttons. Holes will expand over the buttons without harming the bag. 5. Press inside of bag against the drawer bottom, sides and corners for a smooth fit Bag Supply A special type of bag has been desired for use in the compactor. Do not use grocery bags, plastic waste containers, etc.
Cleaning the Compactor {Continued} Remove Drawer to Clean Cabinet Interior » Pull the drawer out until it stops. {Before removing the drawer, note which tracks the drawer rollers move on.} » Lift the front to clear the drawer stops. « Grasp the drawer on the sides * Pauli it out the rest of the way. Set drawer down gently. Wipe Off the Ram Cover * Wear protective gloves. * Wipe glass particles off ram cover with a cloth or paper towels. * Use warm sudsy water to remove foods.
For Service or Assistance Follow These Steps 1. If your compactor should fail to operate, review the following list before ailing your dealer. You could save the cost of a service call.
Kitchen Aid’ Compactor Warranty INSTALLATION FOR MODEL KUCS181T ONLY. LENGTH KITCHEN AID KITCHEN AID OF WARRANTY: WILL PAY FOR: WILL NOT PAY FOR: ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and repair A, Service calls to: WARRANTY favor costs to correct defects 1. Correct the installation of FROM DATE OF in materials or workmanship. the compactor. PURCHASE. Service must be provided by 2. Instruct you how 1o use an authorized Kitchenware the Compactor. servicing outlet. 3.
