Convenient Operation
Built-in small litter area Allows loading of small items without opening large trash drawer May be opened while compactor is operating
Allows loading of small items without opening large trash drawer
May be opened while compactor is operating
Large 1.7-cubic-foot trash drawer Largest capacity of any residential compactor Allows random loading of bulky items Easily holds the weekly trash of a family of four
Largest capacity of any residential compactor
Allows random loading of bulky items
Easily holds the weekly trash of a family of four
Breakaway trash basket Easy to empty and clean May be used with or without bags Basket release handle/plate for easy removal
Easy to empty and clean
May be used with or without bags
Basket release handle/plate for easy removal
Activated charcoal filter and fan with control panel switch Remove odors Eliminates the need for perfumed deodorizers A control panel light indicates fan is operating
Remove odors
Eliminates the need for perfumed deodorizers
A control panel light indicates fan is operating
Built-in storage compartment Convenient storage of compactor bags or other cleanup items
Convenient storage of compactor bags or other cleanup items
Largest capacity available
Maximum Compacting Power
1/2 horsepower, high-torque motor Most powerful motor in a residential compactor
Most powerful motor in a residential compactor
3-Point Drive System avoids jamming which can result from uneven loading
Reduces trash to approximately one-fourth its original size in 35 seconds or less
Delivers 3,000 pounds of crushing force at every position and at every point on the ram head
3-Piece Ram encloses motor and drive system for quiet operation
Sturdy Construction and Safety Features
Durable, heavy-gauge steel frame
Double reinforced base withstands heavy loads Key-start operation with safety lock
Key -start operation
Positive drawer closing Compactor will not operate while drawer is open
Compactor will not operate while drawer is open
Standard Accessories
Five grip/slip plastic bags with ties Outside grips to hold bag in place; inside slips for easy compacting Specifically designed to fit 18" wide compactor A tough 3.5 millimeters thick Pre-punched holes match bag retainer buttons
Outside grips to hold bag in place; inside slips for easy compacting
Specifically designed to fit 18" wide compactor
A tough 3.5 millimeters thick
Pre-punched holes match bag retainer buttons
One activated charcoal air filter
One breakaway trash basket
Optional Accessories
Package of 15 replacement plastic bags and ties (TCB15-VUC)
Activated charcoal air filter (ACF-VUC) for replacement every six to nine months
Exclusive Finishes
Available in 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), Cobalt Blue (CB)
May be ordered with Brass Trim Option (BR) for nameplate, drawer handle/brackets, and litter door pull All brass components have a durable protective coating for maintenance-free use
All brass components have a durable protective coating for maintenance-free use
Warranty Highlights*
One-year full warranty – complete unit
Lifetime limited warranty – stainless steel exterior
Five-year limited warranty – drive system motor
Ninety-day limited – cosmetic parts such as painted items and decorative items *Warranty valid on Viking products shipped within the United States and Canada
Model Number
VUC181