How to Install Angelcare Diaper Pail Refills

By Angelcare – angelcarebaby | Published: 2026-10-19

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to install an Angelcare diaper pail refill, including the octagonal cassette for Classic XL. Step-by-step instructions with common mistakes to avoid.

Quick answer

To install an Angelcare diaper pail refill, open the pail lid, lift out the old cassette, insert a new octagonal refill, and thread the film through the cutter. The process takes about one minute once you know the steps.

Why the octagonal shape matters

The Angelcare Classic XL uses an octagonal refill cassette rather than a round one. The shape helps the refill sit securely inside the pail and prevents it from twisting when you pull the film to seal a diaper. Using the correct octagonal refill ensures the cassette locks in place and the film feeds evenly.

What you need before you start

You only need a fresh Angelcare octagonal refill cassette. No tools are required. Make sure the pail is on a flat, stable surface and that the old cassette is empty or nearly empty before you begin the swap.

How to install an Angelcare diaper pail refill

Open the pail lid fully: Press the foot pedal or lift the lid handle until it clicks open. If the lid does not stay upright, hold it with one hand while you work. A lid that falls closed can pinch your fingers; prop it open if needed.
Remove the old cassette: Grip the sides of the used refill cassette and lift it straight up out of the pail. Cut or tear the film at the cutter blade before pulling the cassette free to avoid dragging a long film tail. If the film tears unevenly, the new refill may not thread correctly.
Insert the new octagonal refill: Place the fresh Angelcare octagonal cassette into the pail so the octagonal corners align with the pail's inner shape. Press down gently until you feel it click into place. If the cassette wobbles or sits crooked, remove it and rotate it until the octagonal sides match the pail walls.
Thread the film through the cutter: Pull the film from the center of the new refill and guide it through the cutter slot on the pail rim. Pull out about 6–8 inches of film so it hangs freely outside the pail. Pulling too little film makes it hard to tie the first diaper bag; pulling too much wastes film.
Close the lid and test the seal: Lower the lid until it clicks shut. Press the foot pedal once to open and close the lid, then pull the film gently to confirm it moves smoothly through the cutter. If the film does not advance, open the lid and check that the film is not twisted or caught under the cassette.

Product facts

Poubelle à couches Angelcare® Classic XL avec recharge octogonale: The Angelcare Classic XL includes an octagonal refill that holds up to 210 size-1 diapers. That means fewer refill changes and less interruption to your diaper routine, especially during the newborn months.
Poubelle à couches Angelcare® Classic XL avec recharge octogonale