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Manufacturer's Product Description

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