GEAppliances Universal II Installation Instructions Manual

Universal series 15" built-in trash compactors
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Installation Instructions

If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website
at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, please call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca
15" Built-In Compactors
UCG1650LII - Universal II - Also, refer to the instructions provided on the included template.
UCG1680LSS - Universal SS
UCG1600LWW - Universal WW
UCG1600LBB - Universal BB
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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.
WARNING
For personal safety, remove house fuse or open
circuit breaker before beginning installation to avoid
severe or fatal shock injury.
WARNING
Do not allow items to fall or collect behind the
compactor. Failure to follow this instruction could
result in a fire.
READ CAREFULLY
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
shown throughout these instructions.
While performing installations described in
this booklet, gloves, safety glasses or goggles
should be worn.
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions for the consumer's and local
inspector's use.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
with your Owner's Manual for future reference.
• Skill Level – Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New
installations require more time than replacement
installations.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the GE Appliances Warranty. See
warranty information.
IMPORTANT
• This compactor is for household use only.
• Use this compactor only for its intended purpose.
• This compactor is designed for BUILT-IN
installations ONLY.
• Care should be exercised when the appliance is
installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of
damage to the power supply cord.
• If you received a damaged compactor, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
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03-17 GEA

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, please call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca 15” Built-In Compactors UCG1650LII - Universal II - Also, refer to the instructions provided on the included template. UCG1680LSS - Universal SS UCG1600LWW - Universal WW...
  • Page 2: Product Dimensions And Clearances

    • Phillips screwdriver • 2 side-mounting clips • Measuring tape • Pliers All parts are located in a package inside the drawer. To order additional parts, call 800.626.2002 or visit GEAppliances.com in the United States. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca.
  • Page 3: Advance Planning

    DO NOT OPERATE FREE-STANDING. at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.423.2737) or by • The compactor may be installed beneath visiting our website at GEAppliances.com in the countertops of stone or other materials that will United States. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 not accept screws. No trim kit is required.
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    Installation Preparation ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS (CONT.) WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard Grounding Instructions: For personal safety, remove house fuse or open For your personal safety, this appliance must be circuit breaker before beginning installation to grounded while in use to reduce the risk of electric avoid severe or fatal shock injury.
  • Page 5: Unpacking The Compactor

    Installation Preparation 2 LEVELING THE COMPACTOR 1 UNPACKING THE COMPACTOR • The top of the compactor should be at least • Move the compactor close to the installation location. You can adjust the height of the compactor by • Use a section of the shipping carton to protect turning the screws on the front leveling legs and the finished floor.
  • Page 6: Adjusting The Base Toekick

    Installation Preparation OPTIONAL STAINLESS STEEL 3 ADJUST RETAINING BRACKET TOEKICK ASSEMBLY • Determine installation depth of the compactor beneath the countertop. Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal • Adjust the position of the retaining brackets so business hours.
  • Page 7: Attach The Compactor To The Countertop

    Installation 6 ATTACH THE COMPACTOR TO 8 INSTALLATION OF THE TRASH THE COUNTERTOP BAG CADDY (on some models) • Set the bag caddy into the drawer and hook the screws to fasten each retaining bracket at the prepunched holes in the caddy on the bag top of the compactor to the underside of the retainer buttons.
  • Page 8 NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at GE Appliances. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice. Printed in China...
  • Page 9: Pour Votre Sécurité

    Pour toute question, composez le 1.800.561.3344 ou visitez notre site web: www.electromenagersge.ca Compacteur intégré de 38 cm (15 po) UCG1650LII - Universal II - Consultez aussi les instructions fournies avec le gabarit inclus. UCG1680LSS - Universal SS UCG1600LWW - Universal WW...
  • Page 10: Dimensions Et Dégagements Du Produit

    • 2 agrafes de montage de côté • Pinces Toutes les pièces se trouvent dans un emballage à l’intérieur du tiroir. Pour commander des pièces supplémentaires, composez le 800.626.2002 ou visitez GEAppliances.com aux États-Unis. Au Canada, composez le 1.800.561.3344 ou visitez www.GEAppliances.ca.
  • Page 11 • Le compacteur peut être installé sous les ou en visitant notre site Web à l’adresse comptoirs de pierre ou autres matériaux qui GEAppliances.com aux États-Unis. Au Canada, n’acceptent pas les vis. Aucune trousse de composez le 1.800.561.3344 ou visitez notre garniture nécessaire.
  • Page 12: Exigences Électriques

    Préparation de l’installation EXIGENCES ÉLECTRIQUES EXIGENCES DE MISE À LA TERRE (suite) - Risque AVERTISSEMENT d’électrocution Méthode de mise à la terre : SÉCURITÉ PERSONNELLE : retirez les fusibles Pour votre sécurité, cet appareil doit être mis à la ou ouvrez le disjoncteur avant de commencer terre afin de réduire au minimum les risques de l’installation.
  • Page 13: Déballage Du Compacteur

    Préparation de l’installation 1 DÉBALLAGE DU COMPACTEUR 2 MISE DE NIVEAU DU COMPACTEUR • Amenez le compacteur près de l’emplacement • Le dessus du compacteur devrait être à de l’installation. au moins 0,31 cm (1/8 po) du dessus de l’ouverture de l’armoire. Vous pouvez ajuster •...
  • Page 14 • Déterminez la profondeur de l’installation du compacteur sous le comptoir. Commandez vos accessoires en ligne sur le site www.GEAppliances.ca en tout temps ou en • Ajustez la position des fixations de retenue pour téléphonant au 1.800.561.3344 pendant les heures que les vis puissent atteindre le dessous du normales d’ouverture.
  • Page 15: Fixation Du Compacteur Au Comptoir

    Installation 6 FIXATION DU COMPACTEUR AU 8 INSTALLATION DU PORTE-SAC COMPTOIR D’ORDURES (sur certains modèles) • Placez le porte-sac dans le tiroir et accrochez • Utilisez deux vis n°8 x 11/16 po (1,8 cm) de long les trous prépercés dans le chariot sur les pour installer chaque fixation de retenue situées boutons de retenue du sac.
  • Page 16 NOTE: Chez GE Appliances, nous nous efforçons continuellement d’améliorer les produits. Par conséquent, les matériaux, l’aspect et les caractéristiques sont assujettis à des changements sans préavis. Imprimé en Chine...

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