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Owner’s
Manual
Compactor
ZCG3100
ZCG3300
ZCG3500
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Safety Instructions .......... 3 HELP US HELP YOU… For quick reference, the model Before using your Operating number is also located behind compactor, read this Instructions, Tips the key lock switch knob. Turn book carefully. Features of Your Compactor 4, 5 the knob to the OFF/LOCK Trash Bag Installation ................. 6 position and remove it to It is intended to help you operate Operating Your Compactor....... 7 reveal the model number. and maintain your new compactor properly. Use th
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Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. WARNING—When using this appliance, • Do not take apart this appliance. Incorrect always exercise basic safety precautions, reassembly can cause electric shock when including the following: subsequently used. • This compactor is for household use only. • Do not compact food waste such as raw meat Use this appliance only for its intended and fish, grapefruit rinds, personal hygiene purpos
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FEATURES OF YOUR COMPACTOR Odor Control Panel Key Lock Switch Drawer Handle– Quick Reference Model lift to pull out Number is located behind drawer the Key Lock switch knob Mount optional air freshener here (not included) Drawer Ram Buttons Model and Serial number location Bag Caddy Removable Trash Drawer Container Latch Changeable Door Panels 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. Models ZC
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Features of Your Compactor What It Does Your compactor reduces household trash to as little as It compacts most refuse, including paper, cans, 25% of its original volume. bottles, jars, plastic containers, wrappings, sweepings and some food wastes. How it Works Drop trash into a disposable bag that lines the trash NOTE: The trash drawer must be 1/2 full before you drawer and close the drawer. When you start the will notice compaction because the ram travels only compactor, an electrically-operat
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TRASH BAG INSTALLATION Reinforced polyethylene bags come with your • Open container latch on compactor. These bags are ready to be installed. right side of drawer and swing door open. You must use the specially designed heavy-duty trash bags included with your compactor. Replacement • Pull bag over front of bags can be obtained by calling 800.626.2002. The part drawer and smooth and number for replacement bags for your model is shape the bag to conform Drawer WC60X5015. to the drawer. Hook the
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Trash Bag Installation Operating Your Compactor OPERATING YOUR COMPACTOR After installing a trash bag, the compactor is ready to use. Loading Pull the trash drawer out as far as necessary to • Folded newspaper will also help prevent glass load the items. fragments from flying out of the drawer into the mechanism when compacting a large glass bottle, • Bottles and large cans compact best when laid flat or several bottles or jars, or any other items that near the center of the drawer. might shatt
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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 Stainless Steel Panels. The stainless steel panels can dishwashing cloth—it may leave a residue that can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar damage the paint. Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers product using a clean, soft cloth. You can order or scouring pads that may mar the finish. Apply a coat Stainless Steel
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Care and Cleaning Installation Changing Front Panel (Models ZCG3100 and ZCG3300 only) 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 This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60HZ and CAUTION: Before Plugging In Compactor, connected to an individual, properly grounded branch Read
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QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE COMPACTOR DOES • May not be plugged into a live electrical outlet. NOT OPERATE • 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. • Comp
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The Problem Solver Consumer Services 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 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.
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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. ONE-YEAR WHAT IS Any part of the compactor which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this COVERED limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. From the Date of the Original Purchase This warranty is extended to the original
