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Your new compactor is designed to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you are expected to do 
in order to properly maintain your compactor. This section will tell you how to clean and care for your compactor.

It is recommended that you use either the charcoal air filter or the 
air freshener in the filter compartment. The solid air freshener 
system is an alternative to the air filter and is designed to control 
odors that might develop in the trash.

To order the correct replacement charcoal filters or air fresheners,  
call the toll-free number listed on the cover or in the “Assistance 
or Service” section.

1. Insert fingertips in the air filter cover and pull until the side 

tabs release. Then, lift the cover to release the bottom tabs.

2. Remove the air filter by pulling the top edge of the filter. The 

filter should pull out easily. Throw away used filter.

Remove the air freshener by simply lifting it out of the filter 
compartment. Throw away used freshener.

3. To replace air filter, push the replacement filter into place.

To replace the air freshener, place the new air freshener in the 
filter compartment.

4. Insert the bottom tabs of the air filter cover and push in until 

the side tabs snap into place. 

Before cleaning the compactor, turn the Key-Knob (or Key-
Switch) to the OFF & LOCK position and remove it.

NOTE: Any services other than those outlined in this section 
should be performed by a designated service representative.

1. Wash exterior surfaces (including stainless steel) with a clean 

sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do 
not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Rinse and dry thoroughly 
with a soft cloth. 

2. Wipe up spills right away. Some foods can damage the finish 

if left on the compactor surface.

NOTE: You may want to wear gloves since there may be bits of 
glass in the drawer. 

1. Remove the bag. See the “Removing a Filled Bag.”

2. Press down on the lever-action lock (or Side-Lock latch).

3. Hold the lever-action lock down and tilt the side of the drawer 

out until the lock clears the drawer front.

NOTE: If desired, the drawer side can be removed by tilting it 
up, then lifting it out.