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Broan 15XEWT Trash Compactor User Manual
Quick guide for the Broan 15XEWT trash compactor. Includes technical specifications, installation dimensions, feature highlights, and compatible accessories for the 15XE series.
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Quick guide from the manual
The Broan 15XEWT is part of the 15-inch wide XE Series automatic trash compactors. This document provides essential specifications and feature highlights for the unit. Ensure you have a dedicated 15 Amp circuit available for installation. The unit features a 6:1 compaction ratio and a 1.55 cubic foot bucket capacity. For freestanding installations, a toe kick kit is required.
Product Overview
The Broan XE Series trash compactors are designed for efficient waste management with a 3000 lbs compaction force. Key features include:
- Compaction System: 3/4 horsepower motor driving a dual screw system.
- Safety: Removable key switch to prevent unauthorized use and a safety interlock that prevents operation when the door is open.
- Odor Control: Automatic advance odor control system with a disk replacement indicator.
- Design: Stainless steel compacting plate with Microban antimicrobial coating; reversible doors with 170-degree range of motion.
- Convenience: Full extension ball bearing drawer slides and a drop-down door for easy trash removal.
Technical Specifications
- Voltage: 120V
- Frequency: 60Hz
- Amperage: 5.0 Amps
- Compaction Force: 3000 lbs
- Compaction Ratio: 6 to 1
- Bucket Capacity: 1.55 cubic feet (holds 30 lbs of trash)
- Weight: 165 lbs (packaged)
Installation and Dimensions
The unit requires a 15-inch wide opening. The approximate dimensions are:
- Width: 14 7/8 inches
- Depth: 21 1/2 inches (excluding handle)
- Minimum Height: 34 1/8 inches
The unit features two adjustable height leveling legs in the front and two adjustable height rollers in the rear, providing 1 inch of height adjustment.
Accessories
The following accessories are available for purchase separately:
- 15TCTK: Toe kick kit (required for freestanding installations).
- 15TCBL: Sixty (60) black trash bags.
- 15TCOD: Set of ten (10) odor control disks (each lasts up to 6 months).
- 15TCBB: Hardwood cutting board (for use when not installed under a counter).
Manufacturer information
Broan-NuTone
Practical help
Common problems
Odor control
Replace the odor control disk every 6 months or when the indicator suggests.
Unauthorized compaction
Use the removable key switch to lock the unit and prevent operation.
Unit will not compact
Ensure the door is fully closed and the safety interlock is engaged.
Before use
- Verify a dedicated 15 Amp circuit is available.
- Ensure the installation location is at least 15 inches wide.
- Check that the door gasket is clean for proper sealing.
- Install the odor control disk if not already present.
- If installing freestanding, ensure the 15TCTK toe kick kit is used.
Specs in practice
- Compaction Force
- 3000 lbs of force for effective crushing of cans and bottles.
- Compaction Ratio
- 6:1 ratio, reducing the equivalent of six 13-gallon trash containers into one bag.
- Bucket Capacity
- 1.55 cubic feet, holding up to 30 lbs of trash.
Images and diagrams
- The unit width is 14 7/8 inches.
- The minimum height required is 34 1/8 inches.
- The depth is 21 1/2 inches (excluding the handle).
Model compatibility
- 15TCTK Toe kick kit is required for freestanding installations.
- 15XESSA model has a different depth (22 1/4 inches) compared to other models.
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Michael Turner
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