Installation instructions
and user guide
Food waste disposer
GD75IA1
NZ
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Contents
Safety and warnings
Installation instructions
Operating instructions
Cleaning and maintenance
Troubleshooting
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Manufacturer’s warranty
Customer care
Important!
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The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are
subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification
availability in your country, please go to our website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
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Safety and warnings
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important safety precautions !
When using this appliance, always use basic safety precautions, including the following:
Danger!
This appliance is not intended for the use by children or infirmed persons without supervision.
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is required when a waste disposer is used
near children.
Do not put fingers or hands into the waste disposer.
Unplug the unit before attempting to clear a jam or remove an object from the disposer.
As the waste disposer is magnetic, use only non-magnetic tools such as a wooden spoon or
long handled plastic tongs when attempting to loosen a jam or remove objects from the
waste disposer.
To reduce the risk of injury by materials that may be expelled by a waste disposer, do not put
non-food items, or any of the following into the food waste disposer:
a) Shells, such as mussel or oyster shells.
b) Caustic drain cleaners or similar products.
c) Glass, china or plastic.
d) Large whole bones.
e) Metal, such as bottle caps, tin cans, utensils or aluminium foil.
f) Hot grease or other hot liquids.
g) Whole corn husks or similar fibrous material.
When not operating the waste disposer, leave the drain stopper in place to reduce the risk of
objects falling into the disposer.
Your new appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions
before it is used.
Never unplug the waste disposer by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged.
Power cords must be replaced by a qualified electrician or authorised service engineer.
Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along it’s length or at either the plug
or appliance end.
WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation instructions
Before you begin
Please read these installation instructions completely and carefully.
The following installation instructions are intended as a general guide.
Please ensure that the waste disposal unit is installed according to local building codes for
your area.
Installation is recommended to be done by a qualified plumber or installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
Preparation
Removing an existing waste disposer, if installed
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3
Disconnect electrical power supply to existing disposer.
Remove old disposer or sink flange assembly.
Inspect drain line. If it is heavily coated with hardened grease and accumulations, clear out the
build-up using a plumber’s rod or auger.
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Remove old sealing materials and gaskets from sink opening, both top and bottom.
What you will need
Phillips screwdriver
Flat blade screwdriver
Steel Punch or wooden dowel
Petroleum jelly or liquid soap
Plumber’s Putty
Important!
Top and bottom of sink and sink flange surfaces must be free of any materials to prevent leaks.
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Installation instructions
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Unpacking your waste disposer
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2
Remove the waste disposer from the packaging.
Identify and check that all components are
included in the carton before beginning the
installation (fig. 1).
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4
5
3
Take care not to misplace any of the
components.
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7
Components
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1. Stopper
2. Sink flange
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3. Rubber gasket
4. Flange ring
5. Protector ring
6. Mount ring
7. Screw clamp
8. Hopper with splash guard
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9. Dishwasher discharge inlet
10. Drain housing
11. Reset button
12. Built in air-switch
13. Lower shell
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14. End Bell (Electrical Connections)
15. Power cord
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16. Outlet gasket
Fig 1. Three Bolt Mount System
17. Discharge waste elbow
18. Waste elbow flange nut
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Fig 1.2. Elbow
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Installation instructions
Installing the waste disposer
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2
Loosen the clamp screw to allow the mounting system to be
removed from the unit (fig.2).
Turn the mounting assembly over and remove the flange ring
from the track on the sink flange. Undo the three screws holding
it together. This will allow the sink flange, mount ring, and
protector ring to separate (fig 3).
Fig. 2 Removing the mounting
system from the waste disposer
Use the flat blade screwdriver as a lever if required.
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4
Apply a small amount of plumbers putty to the lip of the sink
flange and position the sink flange into the sink drain hole
ensuring that the rubber gasket on the underside of the sink
flange is firmly in place (fig.4).
Approaching from under the sink, slide the protector ring
and mount ring onto the underside of the sink flange. Fit the
flange ring into the track on the sink flange, then tighten the 3
mounting screws evenly and securely (fig.5).
Fig. 3 Disassembling the
mounting system
Note:
Ensure that the mounting assembly connection is fixed securely
and tightly.
No dishwasher connection required
If a dishwasher is not being connected to the waste disposer,
please proceed to step 7.
Fig. 4 Fitting the flange into the
sink drain hole
Connecting to a dishwasher
If you are connecting to a dishwasher, please continue with
steps 5 & 6.
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Using a blunt instrument (steel punch or wooden dowel), knock
out the entire plug at the end of the dishwasher drain inlet (as
shown in fig.6). Do not use a screwdriver or sharp instrument.
When the knockout plug falls into disposer, you may remove
it or simply grind it up when the disposer is used. This will not
damage the disposer in any way, but may take some time to
grind, over the course of several uses.
Fig. 5 Fixing the mounting system
to the underside of the sink
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Connect the dishwasher drain hose to the dishwasher inlet pipe
on the waste disposer (fig. 6). Use a clamp to ensure a tight
seal. A stepped rubber adaptor (not supplied with the product)
may be required if the diameter of the drain hose is larger than
the diameter of the waste disposer’s inlet connection.
Fig. 6 Connecting to a dishwasher
(if required)
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Installation instructions
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8
Connect the discharge elbow to the lower outlet on the waste
disposer (fig. 7).
Prior to connecting the waste disposer to the mounting
assembly, press firmly down on the rubber splash guard to
check that is firmly fitted onto the neck of the hopper.
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Lubricate the top lip and angled surface of the rubber splash
guard with liquid soap or petroleum jelly (fig. 8 ).
Fig. 7 Connecting the discharge
elbow
Important!
Please do not remove clamp and splash guard from hopper. Both parts
are factory installed and installation ready.
10 Align the discharge elbow up with the waste pipe (refer to
fig.11) so that the waste disposer is correctly positioned, prior to
engaging with the mounting assembly.
Fig. 8 Lubricate the rubber
splash guard
11 Guide the waste disposer up to the sink flange (fig. 9). Engage
the groove of the splash guard around the ridge at the bottom
of the sink flange. A slight rocking motion may be required to
help ensure a proper fit.
12 While still supporting the body of the waste disposer, tighten
the screw clamp around the rubber splash guard (fig.10). The
waste disposer will now hang by itself.
Fig. 9 Engage the waste disposer
13 Connect the discharge elbow up with the waste pipe (fig.11)
and tighten the slip nut on the drain pipe.
Note:
If you need to rotate the waste disposer to connect with the
waste pipe, it is important to make sure the sink flange does
not turn. Movement of the sink flange will break the seal. If this
occurs, disengage the waste disposer from the discharge elbow
and mounting assembly Return to step 10 to realign the waste
disposer before repeating steps 11-13.
Fig. 10 Tightening the clamp
Important
Ensure that the reset button is readily accessible after installation of the
waste disposer.
Fig. 11 Connecting the drain
outlet
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Installation instructions
Installing the air-switch (optional)
1
Select a location on the bench top for the air switch to be
positioned (recommended position is near the sink). Mark and
cut a hole, 33mm in diameter, in the bench top.
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3
Remove the nut from the thread of the air switch (fig.12).
Fig. 12 Fitting the air switch
Feed one end of the PVC tubing up through the cutout, from
the underside of the bench top, and attach to the underside of
the push button.
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Insert the push button into the bench top cut out (fig.12).
Feed the PVC tube through the nut. Screw the nut onto the
thread tightly (fig.13), securing the push button tightly onto
the bench top.
Note:
Fig. 13 Securing to the bench top
Do not use a wrench to tighten the nut.
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Connect the other end of the PVC tubing to the air switch
outlet, located on the underside of the waste disposer (fig.14).
Controlling the waste disposer by a wall
mounted switch
The waste disposer can be controlled by means of a wall
mounted switch rather than the bench mounted air switch
supplied with the product.
Fig. 14 Connecting tube to air
switch outlet
To use an existing wall mounted switch:
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2
Connect one end of the PVC tubing to the underside of the air switch button.
Connect the other end of the PVC tubing to the air switch outlet on the underside of the waste
disposer (as shown in fig.14).
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4
Press the button on the air switch to activate the waste disposer.
Whilst the waste disposer is running, disconnect the PVC tubing from the air switch outlet on the
underside of the waste disposer.
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Turn the waste disposer off using the wall mounted switch. The waste disposer can now be
turned on and off using the wall mounted switch.
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Operating instructions
Operating instructions
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Remove the sink stopper and turn on a medium flow of cold water.
Note:
Do not use hot water. Only cold water should be run through the waste disposer.
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3
Press the air switch or the wall mounted switch to activate the waste disposer.
Feed food items through the sink opening of the waste disposer gradually.
Note:
Overloading the waste disposer with too much food waste at once may cause the blades to jam
and the disposer to shut down. The overload button may be required to be reset. Refer to the
Overload Reset button section on page 9.
Caution!
Do not put hands or fingers into the waste disposer.
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Before turning the waste disposer off, let the water and the disposer run for approximately half a
minute after shredding stops. This assures that all the food waste is thoroughly flushed through
the trap and drain.
Helpful Hints
If a dishwasher drain hose has been connected to the waste disposer, be sure that the waste
disposer’s chamber is empty before using the dishwasher to ensure the dishwasher is able to
drain properly.
It is recommended to leave the stopper in the drain when the disposer is not in use to prevent
utensils and foreign objects from falling into the waste disposer.
The waste disposer is designed to give you years of trouble-free service. The grind mechanism is
built to handle all normal food wastes, but WILL NOT grind and dispose of items such as tin cans,
bottles, bottle caps, glass, china, leather, large bones, mussel or oyster shells. These are waste
materials that should be collected with your household rubbish.
We recommend cutting or breaking up items which require considerable grinding time, such
as melon rinds, grapefruit skins, bones and corn cob husks or dispose of these items with your
household waste collection.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Your waste disposer is self-cleaning and scours itself with each use. Under normal usage, your
waste disposer will not require any special care.
Note:
Always run cold water into the chamber before, during and after using the waste disposer.
Do not use hot water.
Removing an odour
Grinding up a tray of ice cubes will help to clean the shredding plate.
Running orange or lemon rinds through the waste disposer will help to freshen up the
grinding chamber.
Note:
Do not pour bleach or drain cleaners, into the waste disposer
Never put corrosive substances or chemicals into the waste disposer.
Unblocking a jam
Before investigating a blockage, you MUST disconnect the power supply.
The waste disposer is magnetic. ALWAYS use non-magnetic tools, such as a wooden spoon
or long handled plastic tongs when attempting to loosen a jam or remove an object from the
waste disposer.
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2
After clearing the blockage or jam, turn the power back on , turn on a medium flow of
cold water and run the waste disposer for half a minute to ensure that all the food waste is
thoroughly flushed through the trap and drain.
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Note:
If the motor does not start when activated, refer to the Overload Reset Button section below or
the Troubleshooting guide on page 9.
Overload Reset button
The waste disposer is fitted with an overload control which prevents the motor from operating
should overloading occur. Overloading occurs when the motor is unable to turn, usually caused
by a foreign object falling in to the chamber or too much food waste being fed through into the
chamber at once, jamming the shredding plate.
When overloaded the motor will stop automatically. To restart the motor the overload reset
button must be pressed.
The reset overload button is a small red button located opposite the power cord outlet, near the
bottom of the waste disposer. Before resetting the overload button, you MUST disconnect the
power supply.
Important!
The motor is permanently lubricated for life. Do not attempt to lubricate your waste disposer.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting tips
Problem
Possible causes
What to do
Waste disposer
is not starting
No electricity at the power
outlet.
Check that the plug is correctly connected and power is
turned on.
Check another appliance at the same outlet.
Check house fuse.
Air switch tubing not
connected
Check that the air switch, or wall switch, is correctly
connected. Refer to page 7 of the installation instructions.
Foreign object may be
lodged between the
Turn power supply and water tap off. Rotate the turntable,
using a plastic, wooden or non-magnetic implement to
turntable and grinding ring. dislodge the foreign object.
Grinding chamber may
be overloaded with food
waste or foreign matter.
Turn the power and water tap off and, using a plastic,
wooden or non-magnetic implement, remove the
food waste or foreign matter. Refer to the operating
instructions section.
Safety overload button may The reset overload button is a red button located
have tripped.
externally, opposite the power cord outlet, near the
bottom of the waste disposer.
Abnormal noise A spoon, bottle cap or
when operating other foreign object may
have fallen into the waste
Turn power supply and water tap off. Wait until grinding
blades and turntable has stopped turning. Use a plastic,
wooden or non-magnetic implement to remove the
foreign object.
disposer
Waste disposer
is jammed
Foreign object may be
lodged between the
Turn power supply and water tap off. Rotate the turntable,
using a plastic, wooden or non-magnetic implement to
turntable and grinding ring. dislodge the foreign object.
Unit is leaking
at the top
Improper seating of the
sink flange.
Check that the sink flange is centred and sealed tightly
into the sink drain by the mounting assembly from
connections
underneath. Refer to step 2 of the installation instructions.
Improperly installed rubber Check that the rubber gasket is sitting flat under the
gasket.
lip of the sink flange. Refer to step 2 of the installation
instructions.
Mount ring not tightened
properly
Discharge outlet elbow may not be tightened.
Check the discharge elbow is tight. Refer to step 13 of the
installation instructions.
Unit is leaking
at the discharge may not be tightened.
outlet.
Discharge outlet elbow
Check the discharge elbow is tight. Refer to step 13 of the
installation instructions.
Water is slow to
drain from the
sink
Rubber splash guard
fingers trapping air inside
the chamber.
When the rubber splash guard is new, air can become
trapped within the chamber preventing water from
draining quickly. Pushing food through the rubber splash
guard will release the air and the water will drain. Over
time, the splash guard fingers will soften and flex, holding
back less air and aiding drainage.
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Manufacturer’s warranty
Fisher & Paykel undertakes to
Repair or, at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of
the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be defective
within TWO YEARS from the date of purchase.
This warranty DOES NOT Cover
A
B
Service calls which are not related to any defect in the Product. The cost of a service call will be
charged if the problem is not found to be a Product related fault. For example:
1. Correct the installation of the product.
2. Instruct you how to use the product.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring.
4. Correcting fault(s) caused by the user.
5. Correcting damage caused by pests, eg. rats, cockroaches etc.
Defects caused by factors other than:
1. Normal domestic use or
2. Use in accordance with the Product’s User Guide.
C
D
Defects to the Product caused by accident, neglect, misuse or ‘Act of God’.
The cost of repairs carried out by non-authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such
unauthorised repairs.
E
F
Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the Product’s User Guide.
Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled, repaired or serviced by other than a
Fisher & Paykel AUTHORISED CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE or the selling dealer.
Pick up and delivery.
Transportation or travelling costs involved in the repair when the product is installed outside the
Fisher & Paykel AUTHORISED CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE’S normal service area.
G
H
Service under this manufacturer’s warranty must be provided by an Authorised Service Agent
(refer to the Customer care section for contact details). Such service shall be provided during
normal business hours. This warranty certificate should be shown when making any claim.
Note:
This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights and applies only to product
purchased in New Zealand and Australia.
Please keep this User Guide in a safe place.
Do not return to Fisher & Paykel.
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Customer care
Check the things you can do yourself.
Refer to your User Guide and check:
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2
your appliance is correctly installed
you are familiar with its normal operation
If after checking these points you still need assistance, please refer to your nearest
Authorised Service Centre, or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover.
In New Zealand if you need assistance...*
Call your Fisher & Paykel retailer who is trained to provide information on your appliance, or if we
can be of any further help, please contact our Customer Care Centre,
Toll Free: 0800 FP CARE or 0800 37 22 73
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (09) 273 0656
Postal address: P.O. Box 58732, Greenmount, Auckland
If you need service...*
Fisher & Paykel has a network of independent Fisher & Paykel Authorised Service Centres whose
fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your appliance. Your dealer or
our Customer Care Centre can recommend an Authorised Service Centre in your area.
In Australia if you need assistance...*
Call the Fisher & Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants.
Toll Free: 13 00 650 590
Fax: (07) 3826 9298
Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: PO Box 798, Cleveland QLD 4163
If you need service...*
Fisher & Paykel Australia Pty Ltd has a network of independent Fisher & Paykel Authorised
Service Centres whose fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your
appliance. Our Customer Care Centre can recommend an Authorised Service Centre in your area.
*If you call or write, please provide: name, address, model number, serial number, date of
purchase and a description of the problem. This information is needed in order to better respond
to your request for assistance.
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NZ
Food waste disposer installation
and user guide
Published: 09/2008
Part No. 791634
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