KitchenAid 1.4 Cu. Ft. Built-In Trash Compactor with Display, Architect® Series II Use & Care Manual

Changing the Custom Panel

Use these dimensions drawings to create a custom panel for use 
without a trim kit. The panel should be 

¹⁄₂" to ⁵⁄₈" (13 mm to 

16 mm) thick.

NOTE: A thicker panel may need rounded front corners and a 
cutout for access to the handle.

1. Remove the mounting screws attaching the foot pedal to the 

compactor. Remove the foot pedal.

2. Remove the mounting screws attaching the toe guard to the 

compactor. Remove the toe guard.

3. Remove the mounting screws attaching the decorative panel 

to the compactor. Remove the decorative panel and discard 
the mounting screws.

4. Align the bottom of the custom panel with the bottom of the 

drawer front.

5. Secure the panel from the back using four #8 x 1" wood 

screws as shown.

6. Reinstall the toe guard using the existing screws and 

¹⁄₂" 

washer. Then, reinstall the foot pedal.

Use these dimension drawings to create a custom panel for use 
without a trim kit. The panel should be 

¹⁄₂" (13 mm) minimum 

thickness.

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A

B

A

B

D

C

E

F

C