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Care and cleaning of the compactor.
As is true of most appliances, proper care is needed to give you continued satisfaction. Before cleaning the compactor,
turn the key-knob to the
OFF
position and remove. If you will be away for more than a couple of days, remove the
compactor bag. Lock the compactor and remove the key-knob and store it in a safe place.
The outside and inside of your compactor are finished with durable baked-on enamel.
Cleaning the Outside and Inside
To clean the outside:
Do not wipe with a soiled dishwasher
cloth—it may leave a residue that can
damage the panel. Do not use harsh, gritty
cleansers or scouring pads that may mar the
finish.
Painted panels:
Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax
when the compactor is new, and then
several times a year.
Stainless steel panels:
Stainless steel panels can be cleaned with
Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product
using a clean, soft cloth.
Stainless Steel Magic (Cat. No. WX10X15)
and Appliance Polish and Wax Cleaner
(Cat. No. WR97X216) are available from
GE Parts by calling
800-626-2002.
To clean the drawer interior:
Remove the bag. See
About using the
trash compactor
section.
Wear protective gloves. There may be
bits of glass in the drawer. Press the
side-lock latch down.
Hold the side-lock latch and tilt the
side of the drawer until the latch clears
the drawer front. The drawer side can
be removed by tilting and sliding it
out.
Wash with a damp cloth using warm,
soapy water. Rinse and then dry with a
soft cloth.
If the drawer side was removed, slide it
back into the tilted position.
Press the side-lock latch down while
pressing the side to the upright
position. Lock the side-lock latch.
To clean the cabinet interior:
Pull the drawer out until it stops.
Note the tracks in which the drawer
rollers move.
Lift the front to clear the drawer stops.
Grab the drawer on both sides. Pull it
out the rest of the way and set it aside.
Vacuum inside of the cabinet. Liquid
spills or wet trash should be cleaned
up by hand, or use a vacuum designed
to pick up liquid.
Wash, rinse and dry the inside.
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