Viking DUC180 User Manual
KITCHEN CLEANUP
Undercounter 18”W. Trash Compactor
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All models include
• Trash drawer capacity—1.7 cu. ft.—
the largest capacity trash drawer on
the market
o Allows random loading of bulky
the market
o Allows random loading of bulky
items
• Machine easily compacts and holds
the weekly trash of a family of four
• Commercial-type construction—the
most powerful home compactor
• Professional styling
• Built-in small litter area
• Built-in small litter area
o Allows loading of small items
without opening large drawer
o May be opened during operation
• Built-in storage compartment
• Easy-glide drawer allows for smooth
• Easy-glide drawer allows for smooth
opening and closing
• Breakaway trash basket with pressure
release handle/plate for easy removal
o Easy to empty and clean
o May be used with or without bags
o May be used with or without bags
• Activated charcoal filter and fan with
control panel switch (shipped with one
filter)
o Removes odors
o Eliminates the need for perfumed
filter)
o Removes odors
o Eliminates the need for perfumed
deodorizers
o A control panel light indicates fan is
operating
• 1⁄2 horsepower, high-torque motor
with 3,000 lbs. of force (delivered at
all positions and at all points of the
ram head)
all positions and at all points of the
ram head)
• 3-Point Drive System avoids jamming,
which can result from uneven loading
o In 35 seconds, this system reduces
o In 35 seconds, this system reduces
trash to 1/4 its original size
• 3-Piece Ram encloses motor and drive
system, for quiet operation
• Durable, heavy-gauge steel frame and
double-reinforced base withstand
heavy loads
heavy loads
• Key-start operation with safety lock
o Positive drawer closing—compactor
will not operate while drawer is
open
open
• Shipped with five grip/slip plastic bags
with ties
o Outside grips to hold bag in place;
o Outside grips to hold bag in place;
inside slips for easy compacting
o Specifically designed to fit 18”W.
compactor
o A tough 3.5 mil. thick
o Punched holes match bag retainer
o Punched holes match bag retainer
buttons
VUC181
Professional
FINISH DETAILS FOR DFC MODEL
• Stainless Steel control panel.
• Handle not included—opt for a custom
• Handle not included—opt for a custom
handle, or purchase a Viking
Professional Series or Designer Series
handle kit (see Installation Notes &
Accessories)
Professional Series or Designer Series
handle kit (see Installation Notes &
Accessories)
• Accepts 3/4”-thick custom panel
• See Custom Panels section for more
• See Custom Panels section for more
information and additional
specifications.
specifications.
FINISH DETAILS FOR DUC MODEL
• Stainless Steel (SS), Black (BK), White
(WH), Metallic Silver (MS), Graphite Gray
(GG), Stone Gray (SG), Taupe (TP), Biscuit
(BT), Cotton White (CW), Oyster Gray
(OG), Golden Mist (GM), Lemonade (LE),
Sage (SA), Mint Julep (MJ), Sea Glass
(SE), Iridescent Blue (IB), Viking Blue (VB),
Pumpkin (PM), Racing Red (RR), Apple
Red (AR), Burgundy (BU), Plum (PL),
Chocolate (CH), and Cobalt Blue (CB).
(GG), Stone Gray (SG), Taupe (TP), Biscuit
(BT), Cotton White (CW), Oyster Gray
(OG), Golden Mist (GM), Lemonade (LE),
Sage (SA), Mint Julep (MJ), Sea Glass
(SE), Iridescent Blue (IB), Viking Blue (VB),
Pumpkin (PM), Racing Red (RR), Apple
Red (AR), Burgundy (BU), Plum (PL),
Chocolate (CH), and Cobalt Blue (CB).
• Finish designates door and control
panel. Cast stainless steel handle.
• Brass Trim Option (BR)—handle and
release lever. Brass components have a
durable protective coating for
maintenance-free normal use.
durable protective coating for
maintenance-free normal use.
FINISH DETAILS FOR VUC MODEL
• Stainless Steel (SS), Black (BK), White
(WH), Metallic Silver (MS), Graphite Gray
(GG), Stone Gray (SG), Taupe (TP), Biscuit
(BT), Cotton White (CW), Oyster Gray
(OG), Golden Mist (GM), Lemonade (LE),
Sage (SA), Mint Julep (MJ), Sea Glass
(SE), Iridescent Blue (IB), Viking Blue (VB),
Pumpkin (PM), Racing Red (RR), Apple
Red (AR), Burgundy (BU), Plum (PL),
Chocolate (CH), and Cobalt Blue (CB).
(GG), Stone Gray (SG), Taupe (TP), Biscuit
(BT), Cotton White (CW), Oyster Gray
(OG), Golden Mist (GM), Lemonade (LE),
Sage (SA), Mint Julep (MJ), Sea Glass
(SE), Iridescent Blue (IB), Viking Blue (VB),
Pumpkin (PM), Racing Red (RR), Apple
Red (AR), Burgundy (BU), Plum (PL),
Chocolate (CH), and Cobalt Blue (CB).
• Finish designates door and drawer
panels. Stainless steel control panel
(with black graphics), litter door pull,
handle (with chrome-plated brackets);
black control panel switches.
(with black graphics), litter door pull,
handle (with chrome-plated brackets);
black control panel switches.
• Brass Trim Option (BR)—nameplate,
handle/brackets, and litter door pull.
Brass components have a durable
protective coating for maintenance-free
normal use.
Brass components have a durable
protective coating for maintenance-free
normal use.
DUC180
Designer
DFC180
Custom Front
Standard Features & Accessories
Model Options
ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
First specify model number, followed by color code (VUC181SS). If ordering optional brass trim, specify code at end (VUC181SSBR).