Viking Designer DFC180 User manual

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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
oAllows 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
oAllows loading of small items
without opening large drawer
oMay be opened during operation
• Built-in storage compartment
• Easy-glide drawer allows for smooth
opening and closing
• Breakaway trash basket with pressure
release handle/plate for easy removal
oEasy to empty and clean
oMay be used with or without bags
• Activated charcoal filter and fan with
control panel switch (shipped with one
filter)
oRemoves odors
oEliminates the need for perfumed
deodorizers
oA 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)
• 3-Point Drive System avoids jamming,
which can result from uneven loading
oIn 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
• Key-start operation with safety lock
oPositive drawer closing—compactor
will not operate while drawer is
open
• Shipped with five grip/slip plastic bags
with ties
oOutside grips to hold bag in place;
inside slips for easy compacting
oSpecifically designed to fit 18”W.
compactor
oA tough 3.5 mil. thick
oPunched holes match bag retainer
buttons
VUC181
Professional
FINISH DETAILS FOR DFC MODEL
• Stainless Steel control panel.
• Handle not included—opt for a custom
handle, or purchase a Viking
Professional Series or Designer Series
handle kit (see Installation Notes &
Accessories)
• Accepts 3/4”-thick custom panel
• See Custom Panels section for more
information and additional
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).
• 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.
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).
• 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.
• Brass Trim Option (BR)—nameplate,
handle/brackets, and litter door pull.
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).

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KITCHEN CLEANUP
Undercounter 18”W. Trash Compactor
✪
Please see
Installation Notes &
Accessories
for important
information,
including handle
kits, bags/ties,
and filters.
VUC181
Professional
DUC180
Designer
DFC180
Custom Front
23-5/8”
(60.0 cm)
2-7/8”
(7.3 cm)
34-3/16”
(86.8 cm) min.
to
35-11/16”
(90.6 cm) max.
3-1/2”
(8.9 cm)
17-13/16”
(45.2 cm)
23-7/8”
(60.6 cm)
2-7/8”
(7.3 cm)
34-1/8”
(86.7 cm) min.
to
35-1/2”
(90.2 cm) max.
3-1/2”
(8.9 cm)
17-13/16”
(45.2 cm)
VUC181 DUC180 DFC180
Overall width 17-13/16” (45.2 cm)
Overall height 34-3/16” (86.8 cm) min. to 34-1/8” (86.7 cm) min. to 34-1/8” (86.7 cm) min. to
35-11/16” (90.6 cm) max. 35-1/2” (90.2 cm) max. 35-1/2” (90.2 cm) max.
Overall depth
To edge of side
(includes door panel) 23-5/8” (60.0 cm) 23-7/8” (60.6 cm) 23-7/8” (60.6 cm)
With door open 48-1/8” (122.2 cm) 45-3/4” (109.8 cm) 45-3/4” (109.8 cm)
Dimensions & Specifications
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNER
See Custom Panels section for
more information and additional
specifications.

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DFC180
Custom Front
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Dimensions & Specifications
DOOR SWING
24-1/2”
(62.2 cm)
2-7/8”
(7.3 cm)
26-1/16” (66.2 cm)
23-5/8” (60.0 cm)
25” (63.5 cm) clearance is
needed to fully open or
remove compactor drawer
6” (15.2 cm)
clearance right side
of drawer for bag removal
1/4” (0.6 cm) min.
clearance from compactor
top to underside of counter
CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
21-7/8”
(49.2 cm)
2-7/8”
(7.3 cm)
25-7/8” (65.7 cm)
23-7/8” (60.6 cm)
See Custom Panels section for
more information and additional
specifications.
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNER
VUC181
Professional
DUC180
Designer

DFC180
Custom Front
A
1/4” (0.6 cm)
min. clearance
from compactor
top to underneath
side of countertop
18”
(45.7 cm)
min.
(61.0 cm)
min.
24”
12”
(30.5 cm)
min.
VUC181
Professional
DUC180
Designer
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KITCHEN CLEANUP
Undercounter 18”W. Trash Compactor
UTILITY
REQUIREMENTS
GAS
Not applicable
ELECTRICAL
• 72” (182.9 cm)
three-wire cord
with grounded,
three-prong plug
supplied with unit
(bracket to end—
54”, 137.2 cm)
• 115 VAC/60 Hz
• Maximum amp
usage—9.0
PLUMBING
Not applicable
Installation Requirements
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
VUC181 DUC180 DFC180
Cutout width 18” (45.7 cm) min.
Cutout height (A) 34-7/16” (87.5 cm) min. to 34-3/8” (86.4 cm) min. to 34-3/8” (86.4 cm) min. to
35-15/16” (91.3 cm) max. 35-3/4” (90.8 cm) max. 35-3/4” (90.8 cm) max.
Cutout depth 24” (61.0 cm) min.
See Custom Panels section for
more information and additional
specifications.

KITCHEN CLEANUP
Undercounter 18”W. Trash Compactor
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©2007 VRC—INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Handle Kits
• For use with full overlay compactor
• For use on locally supplied custom panels
• Handle allows compactors with full overlay panel to coordinate with other Professional and Designer products
• Kit includes one handle and installation hardware
Bags & Ties
• Specifically designed to fit 18”W. compactor
• Outside grips to hold bag in place; inside slips for easy compacting
• Punched holes match retainer buttons
• Bags are 3.5 mil. thick
• Fifteen of each per box (twelve boxes per order)
Charcoal Filter
• Activated charcoal captures and removes odors, as opposed to a perfumed approach
• To be replaced every six to nine months (one filter shipped with product)
Compliance Information
WARRANTY SUMMARY*
• One-year full warranty—complete compactor
• Twenty-five-year limited warranty—stainless steel tank/inner door liner
• Five-year limited warranty—1/2 horsepower drive system motor
• Ninety-day limited warranty—cosmetic parts (painted and decorative items)
*For complete warranty see Use & Care Guide . Warranty valid on Viking products shipped within the United States and Canada.
✪ Installation Notes & Accessories
Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)
TCBC15-VUC Compactor bags/ties 38 (17.1)
Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)
PHK17-SS Professional handle (Stainless Steel) 2 (0.9)
PHK17-BR Professional handle (Brass) 2 (0.9)
DHK17-SS Designer handle (Stainless Steel) 2 (0.9)
DHK17-BR Designer handle (Brass) 2 (0.9)
Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)
ACF-VUC Charcoal filter 1 (0.5)