Important Safety Instructions; Additional Safety Instructions - Whirlpool TF4600X Series Use & Care Manual

Important Safety Instructions
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your compactor, follow basic precautions, includ-
ing the following:
oRead all instructions before using the manufacturer's recommended attach-
compactor. ments.
*Close supervision of children is necessary
*Never lift the bag by the sides. Broken
when the compactor is used near children. glass or other sharp objects in the bag can
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Do not allow compactor to be used as a
cause injury.
toy, or to run unattended at any time. Lock
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This compactor is designed for household
key switch when not in use and store key use only.
out of reach of children.
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Unplug compactor from electrical outlet
*Do not touch moving parts. before servicing.
shave appliance examined, repaired or *The compactor must be electrically
adjusted by an authorized serviceman. grounded. See the grounding instructions.
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Do not compact:
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Do not overload trash bag with heavy
- lighted cigarettes, cigars or other hot or
material such as glass.
burning items.
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Never operate the compactor if:
- any container or aerosol can containing
- it is not working right.
insecticide, hair spray, paint, engine
starting fluid or other poisonous, toxic, or
- it is damaged.
explosive products.
- parts are missing.
- volatile flammable material such as oily
- the cord set, plug or motor is damaged in
rags, thinner, etc., which would create a
any manner.
fire hazard or explosion.
eNever use or store flammable fluids (dry
*Do not take apart this appliance. Incorrect
cleaning solvents, gasoline, kerosene, etc.)
reassembly can cause electric shock when
in or near your compactor. These sub-
subsequently used.
stances give off vapors that can create a
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Use only for intended use as described in
fire hazard or explosion.
this manual. Do not use other than
.See Installation Instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
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Do not shove items down into the compactor
with hands or feet. Let the compactor do the
compacting.
*Always place glass bottles, etc., on their sides
.YOU are responsible for making sure that your
compactor:
- is used only for jobs normally expected of
home compactors.
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 use the compactor as a counter for
electrical cooking appliances nor as a cutting
board (free standing models only).
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Do not install or store compactor where it will
be exposed to the weather.
- is properly installed and leveled on a floor
that can support its weight.
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Do not set hot pans, etc., on the compactor
top. Do not spill any liquids on the compactor
top (free standing models only).