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follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or
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WARNING

Compactor Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:  

 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the

following:

Read all instructions before using the compactor.

Close supervision is necessary when used by or 
near children. Do not allow to be used as a toy, or 
to run unattended at any time. Lock Key Switch 
when not in use and store key out of reach of 
children.

Do not touch moving parts.

Do not operate with a damaged cord set, plug, 
motor, or after damage in any manner. Have the 
compactor examined, repaired or adjusted by an 
authorized serviceperson.

Use only for intended use as described in this 
manual. Do not use other than manufacturer's 
recommended attachments.

Do not take apart the compactor. Incorrect 
reassembly can cause electric shock when 
subsequently used. 

Handle a loaded trash bag with care. Sharp objects 
can pierce the bag and cause injury. Do not 
overload trash bag with heavy material such as 
glass.

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This compactor is intended for household use only.

Do not compact toxic or volatile flammable material 

such as oily rags and insect sprays. Do not compact 

lighted cigarettes, cigars, or other hot or burning 
items. Do not overload the compactor.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Summary of Contents for TC407B

Page 1: ...Use and Care Guide COMPACTOR MODEL TC407 JENN AIR 9871619 6 99 ...

Page 2: ...djusting the toe plate 9 Air freshener 9 Changing the standard panel 9 Using Your Compactor 10 Starting your compactor 10 Stopping your compactor 10 Installing a new bag 11 Removing a filled bag 11 Cleaning Your Compactor 12 Cleaning exterior surfaces 12 Cleaning inside the drawer 12 Cleaning inside the cabinet 12 Cleaning the ram 13 Troubleshooting 13 Requesting Assistance and Service 14 Recyclin...

Page 3: ...owing Read all instructions before using the compactor Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children Do not allow to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Lock Key Switch when not in use and store key out of reach of children Do not touch moving parts Do not operate with a damaged cord set plug motor or after damage in any manner Have the compactor examined repaired or a...

Page 4: ...ding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current Do not modify the plug attached to the compactor use only with a grounded receptacle wWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock How Your Compactor Wor...

Page 5: ...AG OR ALLO W TRAS H TO GET BEHIN D OR OVER THE SIDES OF THE CONT AINER WARNING TO AVOID THE POTE NTIAL OF FIRE OR PERS ONAL INJUR Y RUN OFF LOCK START 1 2 3 4 5 6 Parts and Features 1 Control Knob 2 Air Freshener Compartment 3 Drawer Handle 4 Reversible Drawer Panels 5 Toe Bar 5 6 Toe Plate 7 Model and Serial Number Label 8 Removable Bag 9 Front Leveling Glides 10 Side Lock Latch 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 6: ... as tape and shipping pads Remove waxy residue caused by pro tective shipping material with a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and water 2 Check that power supply cord is attached to the cord clip on the rear of the compactor cord clip Space requirements Check the location where your compactor will be installed The cabinet opening should be square You should be able to fully open the comp...

Page 7: ...ified installer to assure that electrical installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances Tools and materials needed for installation Level Pliers Scissors Phillips Screwdriver Flat Blade Screwdriver Utility Knife Measuring Tape 5 16 Box End Wrench Gloves IMPORTANT Do not grasp console to move compactor Slide compactor onto cardboard or hardboard before moving compactor across floor...

Page 8: ...Check if drawer opens freely If the toe plate rubs against floor see the Adjusting the toe plate section for further instructions Cabinet front mounting mounting screw retaining bracket mounting clip 2 Use pliers to lower leveling legs away from cabinet Adjust legs so there will be a 1 8 3 mm to 1 4 6 4 mm space between the top of the compactor and the top of the cabinet opening Stand the compacto...

Page 9: ...ce the disc shaped solid air freshen er into the compartment as shown below The air freshen er disc should last approximately 4 to 6 weeks It is used more rapidly when the temperature is high or the air is very dry Replacement discs are available in department stores or supermarkets Changing the standard panel The Jenn Air compactor comes equipped with one reversible front panel painted Black Whit...

Page 10: ... messy trash 2 Load bottles or cans on their sides in the center of the drawer 3 Do not load bottles in an upright position in drawer as shown here 4 Do not compact items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat fish grapefruit rinds dispos able diapers or personal hygiene items Close the drawer Push drawer in until it stops Starting your compactor 1 Turn the Control Knob to START As soon...

Page 11: ...tainer is clean and free of sharp debris that may have punctured the bag Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially for use in your compactor For the location of your nearest genuine parts source refer to the Requesting Assistance and Service section 11 Removing a filled bag When the trash is compacted to the top of the drawer remove the bag If the bag is too heavy compact les...

Page 12: ...of glass in the drawer 2 Remove the bag See Removing a filled bag section 3 Press Side Lock latch down 4 Hold and tilt side of drawer until the lock clears the drawer front 5 Wash with a damp cloth using warm soapy water Rinse Dry with a soft cloth 6 If drawer side was removed slide it back into the tilted position 7 Press the Side Lock latch down while pressing the side to the upright position 8 ...

Page 13: ...am will return to the raised position You can then open the drawer Drawer won t close Have trash or other objects fallen behind the door Check behind drawer remove any foreign objects There is not enough compaction or force Do you use the compacting cycle frequently enough Compacting works best when only a few items are loaded Bottles don t break How often do you notice this Not all bottles break ...

Page 14: ...sponsibility for warranty service Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status Requesting Assistance and Service 14 If the dealer or service company cannot resolve your problem write to Jenn Air Customer Service Attn CAIRSM Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 Web address www jennair com Or call 1 800 688 1100 U S customers using TTY for deaf hearing impaired or speech impa...

Page 15: ... full enough to recycle Remember compacting both recyclables and nonrecyclables means less solid waste and waste transportation costs and a better environment for all Reduce Reuse Recycle A compactor makes recycling and landfill reduction efforts more effective and efficient Here s how Recycling guidelines Contact your community recycling program or local recy cling organizations to find out which...

Page 16: ... the United States or Canada Compactors located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranty only including limited warranties for parts which fail during the first year CANADIAN RESIDENTS These warranties cover only those compactors installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association unless the compactors are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the Uni...

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