GE GCG17 Use and Care Manual - Page 7

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the compactor. GEAppliances.com As is true of most appliances, proper care is needed to give you continued satisfaction. Before cleaning the compactor, turn the knob to the OFF position and remove it. If you will be away for more than a couple of days, remove the compactor bag. Lock the compactor by removing the knob and store it in a safe place. Cleaning the Unit To clean the outside: Wipe with a clean damp cloth. 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 Cerama Bryte® or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. Cerama Bryte is available from GE Parts by calling 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 800.661.1616 (Canada). To clean the drawer interior: Remove the bag. See page 6. Wear protective gloves. There may be bits of glass in the drawer. Press the side door latch down. 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 door latch down while pressing the side to the upright position. Lock the side door 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. Hold the side door 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. 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. 7