Advance Planning; Clearances; Models With A Custom Drawer Panel - GE GCG1582 SS Installation Manualdisposers & Compactors

ADVANCE PLANNING
CLEARANCES
You should be able to fully open the compactor
drawer. Six inches (15.2 cm)is required on the right
side of the compactor for bag removal.
• Allow 23 inches (58.4 cm) in front of the compactor
to remove the drawer.
This compactor is designed as a built-in
appliance only. It may be located in any
convenient space under a countertop.
DO NOT OPERATE FREE-STANDING.
The compactor may be installed beneath
countertops of stone or other materials that will
not accept screws. No trim kit is required.
The compactor must be securely installed in a cabinet
that is firmly attached to the house structure. Weight
on the compactor drawer could cause the compactor
to tip and result in injury. Never allow anyone to
climb, sit or hang on the compactor drawer.
MODELS WiTH A CUSTOM
DRAWER PANEL
Models ZCGP150 II and GCG1700 II
The custom drawer panel and custom handle of your
choice should be secured to the compactor before
installation begins. A template with instructions and
installation hardware is provided with those models.
For planning purposes, you may order the template in
advance. Order Pub. No. 31-30597. Complete panel
installation instructions are included on the template.
CUSTOM PANEL SiZE REQUIREMENTS:
Maximum panel weight is 12 LBS (5.4 kg).
3/4"
(1.9 cm)
Thick
Custom 29-5/16"
Panel (74.5 cm)
_ 14-7/8"
(37.8 cm)
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