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FIRE HAZARD
To minimize the possibility of re, do not store
ammable items near the disposer. Do not use
or store gasoline or other ammable liquids near
the disposer.
PERSONAL INJURY
• Food waste disposers are designed to grind
and dispose of normal food waste. Inserting
materials or items other than food waste into
the disposer could cause personal injury and/or
disposer damage.
• To reduce the risk of injury from materials that may
be expelled from the disposer grind chamber,
ensure that the disposer bafe is properly installed.
• To prevent the ejection of food waste and to keep
foreign materials out of the grind chamber, replace
the splash bafe when it becomes worn.
• Do not put any of the following items into the
disposer: clam or oyster shells, drain cleaner, glass,
china, plastic wrap, large bones, metal objects,
explosive materials, extremely hot water, grease,
oil, or syrup.
• Turn the power off before attempting to clear a jam,
remove an object, or press the reset button.
• Do not insert your ngers into the disposer. Use
long-handled tongs or pliers to remove objects
from the disposer.
• Loosen any jams with the dejamming bar.
• Be certain that all persons who will operate the
disposer read the safety and operating instructions
prior to operating the disposer.
• To prevent accidents, ensure that the disposer is
turned off before you leave the area.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing
the disposer.
• Ensure the disposer and controls are
properly grounded.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL INJURY/PROPERTY DAMAGE
If the electrical installer is not experienced in
electrical installation, we recommend seeking
competent professional assistance. Disposer or
accessory damage due to improper installation is
not covered under warranty. All installations must
comply with local electrical codes.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• All control centers and disposers must
be grounded.
• A properly fused disposer control (with a marked
“off” position) that disconnects all ungrounded
supply conductors must be installed at the
electrical supply source.
• Turn off the electrical supply to the disposer before
installing/servicing. Test the circuit with a voltmeter
or circuit tester to ensure the power is off.
• Installation must confrom to all local
electrical codes.
• Be careful not to pinch or damage the electrical
wires when installing the terminal box.
• Do not reconnect electrical current at main service
panel until proper grounds are installed.
PROPERTY DAMAGE
• Disposers shipped from factory are not wired
for a specic voltage. Refer to the motor
connection wiring diagram in the terminal box for
voltage instructions.
• Ensure the disposer motor voltage and phase
match that of the electrical supply.
• The disposer motor wiring connection is shown in
the disposer terminal box.
NOTICE
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