Whirlpool TU950QPXS Owner's Manual | Page 8

15" Undercounter Trash Compactor
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Starting Your  Compactor

Key-knob

1.  Open drawer. Load trash.
2.  Turn the Key-knob to the ON position.
3.  Set Compress cycle switch to OFF.
4.  Close drawer.

NOTE: The Key-knob is removable. Remove the Key-knob  

to disallow children to operate the compactor. 

5.  Press the foot-actuated Start button in with your toe to start 

the compacting cycle.

Removing a Filled Bag

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Two people may be required to remove and transport 

compacted bag.
Unlock latch to assist in the removal of the bag.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

When the trash is compacted to the top of the drawer, remove 

the bag. If the bag is too heavy, compact less trash before 

emptying it in the future.

WARNING

Cut Hazard

Do not push items down into compactor with hands

Doing so can result in cuts.

or feet.

1.  Lift and pull the handle or press the foot pedal to open  

the drawer.

2.  Remove top of bag from bag retainer buttons. Pull up all  

four bag cuffs. Close bag with a twist tie.

3.  Release drawer side latch. Tilt drawer to the right. This 

releases pressure on the bag making it easier to remove  

the bag.

4.  Lift out bag.

 

5.  Latch the drawer if it was unlatched.

Installing a New Bag

Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed 

specifically for use in your compactor. Order replacement 

compactor bags through your local dealer or by calling  

the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or 

Service” section.
IMPORTANT:

Before installing a new bag, be sure:

 

The drawer latch is securely locked.

 

The drawer is clean and free of debris.

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