Viking DUC180 - Manual

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All models include

• Trash drawer capacity—1.7 cu. ft.—

the largest capacity trash drawer on
the market
o Allows 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

o Allows loading of small items

without opening large drawer

o May 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

o Easy to empty and clean
o May be used with or without bags

• Activated charcoal filter and fan with

control panel switch (shipped with one
filter)
o Removes odors
o Eliminates the need for perfumed

deodorizers

o A 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
o In 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

o Positive drawer closing—compactor

will not operate while drawer is
open

• Shipped with five grip/slip plastic bags

with ties
o Outside grips to hold bag in place;

inside slips for easy compacting

o Specifically designed to fit 18”W.

compactor

o A tough 3.5 mil. thick
o Punched 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 (VUC181

SS

). If ordering optional brass trim, specify code at end (VUC181SS

BR

).