Cleaning Your Compactor - Whirlpool 800 Series Use & Care Manual

Cleaning Your
Compactor
Before cleaning the compactor, turn the Key-Knob (or
Key-Switch) to the OFF position and remove. If you will
be away for more than a couple of days, remove the com-
pactor bag. Remove the Key-Knob (or Key-Switch) and
store it in a safe place.
NOTE: Any services other than those outlined in this
section should be performed by a designated service
representative.
Cleaning exterior surfaces:
1. Wipe with warm, sudsy water and a damp cloth.
Rinse. Dry with a soft cloth.
2. Wipe up spills right away. Some foods can damage the
finish if left on the compactor surface.
Cleaning inside the drawer:
1. Wear protective gloves. There may be bits of glass in
the drawer.
2. Remove the bag. (See "Removing a Filled Bag" section.)
3. Press lever-action lock (or side-lock latch) down.
4. Hold lever-action lock and tilt side of drawer until the
lock clears the drawer front.
NOTE: If desired, drawer side can be removed by tilting it
up, then lifting out.
5. Wash with a damp cloth using warm, soapy water.
Rinse. Dry with a soft cloth.
6. If drawer side was removed, slide it back into the tilted
position.
7. Press the lever-action lock (or side-lock latch) down
while pressing the side to the upright position.
8. Latch the drawer side by pushing up the lever-action
lock (or side-lock latch).
Cleaning inside the cabinet:
1. Wear protective gloves. There may be bits of glass in
the cabinet.
2. Pull the drawer out until it stops.
3. Note the tracks in which the drawer rollers move.
4. Lift the front to clear the drawer stops.
5. Grasp the drawer on the sides.
6. Pull it out the rest of the way.
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