Whirlpool TU 4100 - Manual (Page 4)

Using Your Compactor
1. Open the drawer.
Lift and pull the handle or press the
Touch-Toe Bar to open the drawer.
2. Put in the trash.
• Load almost any kind of trash.
• Wrap or cover wet or messy trash.
• Load bottles or cans on their sides in the
center of the drawer.
DANGER: DO NOT compact
• Any container or aerosol cans which might contain insecticide, hair spray,
engine starting fluid or any other poisonous or explosive products.
• Cloths or cans containing paint liquids, thinners, etc. which would create a
fire hazard.
• Items that may develop offensive odors such as raw meat, fish, grapefruit
rinds, disposable diapers, or personal hygiene items.
NOTE: Your Compactor is designed for household use only.
3. Close the drawer; position cycle selector to
NORMAL (TU 8100 Series only); turn the key-knob
to START; let the knob go.
• The compactor will stop at the end of the cycle.
• To remove the key-knob, turn it to LOCK/OFF. Remove and store in a
safe place out of children's reach.
• To stop the compactor during a cycle, turn the key-knob to LOCK/OFF.
Then turn it to ON. The compacting ram will rise. When it stops rising, you
can open the drawer.
The DENSE PACK cycle
(TU 8100 Series only)
The DENSE PACK Cycle is a convenience feature that allows you to use
fewer bags by extending the use of a bag. This cycle puts constant pres­
sure on trash to keep it from springing back. Regular use of this feature can
increase bag capacity up to 20%
NOTE: The cycle selector should be in
the NORMAL position when DENSE PACK-HEAVY setting is not being
used.
To use DENSE PACK Cycle:
• Move cycle selector from the NORMAL to HEAVY setting.
• Turn the key-knob to START and release.
• The ram will stay in the down position for extra compacting and the
DENSE PACK indicator light will come on. Remember, the drawer can
not be opened when ram is down and the DENSE PACK light is on.
• For best results, use DENSE PACK-HEAVY setting for at least one half
hour each time the cycle is used.
• To raise the ram, turn key-knob to START or move the cycle selector
back to the NORMAL position.
NOTE: Fully compacted trash bags will be heavier than normal.
Handle with care.