Advance Planning; Clearances; Models With A Custom Drawer Panel - GE GCG1580 SS Installation Instructions Manual

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 by calling
1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.423.2737) or by visiting our
website at GEAppliances.com in the United States.
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit
www.GEAppliances.ca. 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.gcm)
Thick
Custom
Panel 2g-5/16"
(74.5cm)
_ 14-7/8"
(37.8 cm)
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