Removing A Filled Bag; Installing A New Bag - Kenmore 665.1472 Series Use & Care Manual

Removing a Filled Bag

The compactor bag should be removed when trash is
compacted almost to the top of the drawer. If bag is too heavy
when full, remove bag when weight is easier to lift and carry.
IMPORTANT: Do not push items down into compactor with
hands or feet.
NOTE: Use paper or plastic bags made for use in a compactor.
These bags are designed to resist cuts, tears and leaks.
Compactor bags sized to fit compactor drawer make managing
compacted trash easier. Compactor bags are available from
your Sears store or service center.
To remove a filled bag
1. Pull the drawer completely open.
2. You may already have a paper or plastic bag in place.
Please refer to appropriate instructions for your bag.
If you have a paper bag, lift and fold up the top folded
edges of the bag. Fold ends in and bring side flaps
together. Fold flaps to close bag.
Lift and fold up top bag edges.
If you have a plastic bag, remove top of bag from bag
retainer buttons. Close bag with a twist tie.
Remove bag from retainer
buttons.
3. Release drawer side latch. Tilt right drawer side down. This
will make removing the full bag easier.
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Fold ends to close bag.
Close bag with twist tie.
4. Lift bag by bag caddy handles. Remove trash bag from
compactor and dispose properly.
NOTE: Fully compacted trash bags will be heavy. Handle
with care.
A. Lifting bag caddy by handles

Installing a New Bag

Do not use any kind of bag other than those designed especially
for use in your compactor. Order replacement compactor bags
through your local dealer. See "Accessories."
IMPORTANT:
Before installing a new bag, be sure:
The drawer side is securely locked.
The container is clean and free of debris.
To install a new bag
1. Close drawer side. Lock drawer side latch.
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