DAG016A2BDB - Fridge DANBY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DAG016A2BDB DANBY

Danby Products Limited, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9Danby Products Inc. Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840www.danby.com

Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. Read this owner’s manual before plugging in your new appliance as it contains important operation information to ensure the reliability and longevity of your appliance. You are entitled to the warranty coverage as described in the owner’s manual.

1. Please write down your appliance information below. You must

keep the original proof of purchase receipt to validate and receive warranty services.

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1. Read your Owner’s Manual for installation, troubleshooting, and

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www.danby.com/support. Your submission will go directly to an expert on your particular appliance. Model Number: _____________________________________________ Serial Number: _____________________________________________ Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________ PARTS & SERVICE DISCLAIMER: Danby does not guarantee availability of all parts indefinitely, service manuals for every model, or availability of service technicians in all areas.Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Refrigerant Class A3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

DANGER: Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not

puncture refrigerant tubing.

• Ensure that servicing is done by factory authorized service personnel, to minimize product damage or safety issues.

• Consult repair manual or owner’s guide before attempting to service this product. All safety precautions must be followed.

• Dispose of properly in accordance with federal or local regulations.

• Follow handling instructions carefully.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. CAUTION: Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.Important Safety Information

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before throwing away an old

• Leave shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities may be different or reduced, or who lack experience or knowledge, unless such persons receive supervision or training to operate the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This equipment is intended for the storage and display of non-time or temperature control for safety foods, bottled or canned products only. This means that any food placed in this appliance must be properly packaged and must not be of a type that will spoil easily or quickly.

WARNING: Keep clear of obstruction all ventilation openings in the

appliance enclosure or in the structure for building-in.

WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to

accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not damage, puncture, pierce, or burn the refrigerating

WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food/ice

storage compartments unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.Important Safety Information

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! This appliance is to be installed in accordance with the Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems, ANSI/ASHRAE 15. If the appliance needs repair, use the same model components.

WARNING: The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously

operating ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater.

WARNING: Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odour.

WARNING: The appliance shall be stored in a well-ventilated area

where the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation. (no minimum for A3 refrigerant).

WARNING: The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical

damage from occurring. Check that cabling will not be subject to wear, corrosion, excessive pressure, vibration, sharp edges, or any other adverse environmental effects. The check shall also take into account the effects of aging or continual vibration from sources such as compressors or fans. Before carrying out decommissioning procedure, it is essential that the technician is completely familiar with the equipment and all its detail. It is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to re-use of recovered refrigerant. It is essential that electrical power is available before the task is commenced.Important Safety Information

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current. This appliance has a cord that has a grounding wire with a 3-prong plug. The power cord must be plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded. If the outlet is a 2-prong wall outlet, it must be replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The serial rating plate indicates the voltage and frequency the appliance is designed for.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk

of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service agent if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not connect your appliance to extension cords or together with another appliance in the same wall outlet. Do not splice the power cord. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord. Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prongs) adapters. If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified person in order to avoid hazard.Test room climate class Dry bulb temperature (°C) Relative humidity Dew point (°C) Water vapour mass in dry air (g/kg)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! The climate type of this appliance is 3, 4. The ambient temperature and humidity conditions of the climate class following the tab below. NOTE: the water vapor mass in dry air is one of the main points influencing the performance and the energy consumption of the coolers. Therefore, the order of the climate class in the table is based on the water vapor mass column.Important Safety Information

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INFORMATION ON SERVICING

WARNING: Risk of fire / flammable materials, take care to avoid

causing a fire by igniting flammable material. Notice: Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid certificate from an industry- accredited assessment authority, which authorizes their competence to handle refrigerants safely in accordance with an industry recognized assessment specification. Notice: Servicing shall only be performed as recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Maintenance and repair requiring the assistance of other skilled personnel shall be carried out under the supervision of the person competent in the use of flammable refrigerants. All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out. Work in confined spaces shall be avoided. The area shall be checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector prior to and during work, to ensure the technician is aware of potentially toxic or flammable atmospheres. Ensure that the leak detection equipment being used is suitable for use with all applicable refrigerants, i.e., non- sparking, adequately sealed, or intrinsically safe. If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigerating equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available on hand. A dry chemical or CO2 fire extinguisher should be adjacent to the charging area.Important Safety Information

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! No person carrying out work in relation to a REFRIGERATING SYSTEM which involves exposing any pipe work shall use any sources of ignition in such a manner that it may lead to the risk of fire or explosion. All possible ignition sources, including cigarette smoking, should be kept sufficiently far away from the site of installation, repairing, removing and disposal, during which refrigerant can possibly be released to the surrounding space. Prior to work taking place, the area around the equipment shall be surveyed to make sure that there are no flammable hazards or ignition risks. “No Smoking” signs shall be displayed. Ensure that the area is in the open or that it is adequately ventilated before breaking into the system or conducting any hot work. A degree of ventilation shall continue during the period that the work is carried out. The ventilation should safely disperse any released refrigerant and preferably expel it externally into the atmosphere. Under no circumstances shall potentially sources of ignition be used in the searching for or detection of refrigerant leaks. A halide torch (or any other detector using a naked flame) shall not be used. The following checks shall be applied to installations using FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS: a. The actual REFRIGERANT CHARGE is in accordance with the room size within which the refrigerant containing parts are installed; b. The ventilation machinery and outlets are operating adequately and are not obstructed; c. If an indirect refrigerating circuit is being used, the secondary circuit shall be checked for the presence of refrigerant; d. Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected; e. Refrigerating pipe or components are installed in a position where they are unlikely to be exposed to any substance which may corrode refrigerant containing components, unless the components are constructed of materials which are inherently resistant to being corroded or are suitably protected against being so corroded.Initial safety checks shall include:

• That capacitors are discharged: this shall be done in a safe manner to avoid possibility of sparking;

• That no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging, recovering or purging the system;

• That there is continuity of earth bonding.

REPAIR TO INTRINSICALLY SAFE COMPONENTS

Do not apply any permanent inductive or capacitance loads to the circuit without ensuring that this will not exceed the permissible voltage and current permitted for the equipment in use. Intrinsically safe components are the only types that can be worked on while live in the presence of a flammable atmosphere. The test apparatus shall be at the correct rating. Replace components only with parts specified by the manufacturer. Other parts can result in the ignition of refrigerant in the atmosphere from a leak. LABELLING Equipment shall be labelled stating that it has been de-commissioned and emptied of refrigerant. The label shall be dated and signed. For appliances containing FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS, ensure that there are labels on the equipment stating the equipment contains FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANT. Important Safety Information

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!10

• Two people should be used when moving the appliance.

• Remove interior and exterior packaging prior to installation. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a soft, dry cloth and the inside with a lukewarm wet cloth.

• Place the appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded.

• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or near sources of heat, such as a stove or heater, as this can increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance to perform improperly.

• Do not use the appliance near water, for example in a wet basement or near a sink.

• This appliance is intended for indoor use only. It is not designed for outside installation, including anywhere that is not temperature controlled (garages, porches, vehicles, etc.).

• Before connecting the appliance to a power source, let it stand upright for approximately 6 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.

• This appliance is 44.5 cm (17.5 inches) wide by 50.5 cm (19.9 inches) high by 50 cm (19.7 inches) deep. Make sure that you leave the minimum amount of space between the appliance and all surrounding walls and vents.

• Allow 12.7 cm (5 inches) of space between the back, sides and top of the appliance and all adjacent walls.

• This appliance is intended for free-standing installation only and is not intended to be built into a cabinet or counter. Building in this appliance can cause it to malfunction. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS11 FEATURES

1. Thermostat Dial (on rear of cabinet)

3. Plastic Coated Wire Shelves

IMPORTANT Ensure that the door is fully closed when the appliance is in operation. Failure to fully close the door can lead to excessive condensation and potential water damage to flooring under the appliance. Danby will not be responsible for damages from misuse. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Shelf Max weight A 6 kg (13.2 lbs) B 2 kg (4.4 lbs) C 4 kg (8.8 lbs) D 4 kg (8.8 lbs)12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TEMPERATURE SELECTION The temperature of the appliance can be adjusted by turning the thermostat dial on the back of the cabinet.

• The thicker part of the blue line is the coldest setting.

• The thinner part of the blue line is the warmest setting.

• The “O” position will turn off the cooling function.

• The temperature can be set between: 0 ~ 10°C / 32 ~ 50°F. Internal temperature of the appliance can vary based on ambient temperature, the quantity of items stored and how frequently the door is opened. INTERIOR LIGHT To manually operate the interior light, press the switch located on the thermostat housing on the back of the appliance. This allows the interior light to remain on while the door is closed. Note: The light will default to off. It can be turned on to run continuously. Due to energy efficiency requirements for a refrigerator in this size, there is no option to have the light turn on automatically when the door is opened. LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS There is an adjustable leg on the bottom of the appliance that can be turned up or down to ensure that the appliance is level.

1. Turn the leveling leg counter-clockwise as far as it will go, until the

top of the foot is touching the bottom of the cabinet.

2. Slowly turn the leveling leg clockwise until the appliance is level.13

If the appliance is placed on its back or side for any length of time during this process, it must be allowed to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging it in to avoid damage to the internal components.

1. Use a straight screwdriver to pry open the upper hinge cover from

the position below the triangular mark on the upper hinge cover. Remove the upper hinge. Remove the hinge hole covers from the top left side of the cabinet. Remove the door from the cabinet.

2. Remove the door from the

cabinet. Remove the hinge hole cover from the top left side of the door and place it in the hinge hole on the top right side of the door.

3. Remove the two adjustable feet

from the bottom, then remove the lower hinge and washer from the bottom right. Install the lower hinge and washer on the bottom left of the cabinet, then install the two adjustable feet.

4. Install the door. Install the upper

hinge and hinge cover on the upper left side of the cabinet. Before tightening the screws in the upper hinge, ensure that the top of the door is level with the top of the cabinet and that the rubber gasket is making a good seal with the cabinet all the way around. Install the screw hole covers in the holes on the upper right side of the cabinet.14 CLEANING

• Ensure the appliance is unplugged before cleaning.

• Clean the inside and outside of the applince with a soft cloth and some mild detergent. Ensure the interior is fully dry before plugging the appliance in.

• Wash removable shelves in a mild detergent solution, then dry and wipe with a soft cloth.

• It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the cabinet. Clean this area with a soapy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and let dry.

• To clean the plastic adjustable feet and adjusting nut, first remove all items from the appliance, then tilt back approximately 30° and remove the adjustable foot. The adjustable foot and screw thread can be cleaned with a brushing tool and then reinstalled.

• If the appliance is placed on its back or side during cleaning, upon reaching the destination, allow it to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging in to avoid damage to internal components.

• Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the appliance as they can damage the appearance of the appliance. Never use any commercial or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects on any part of the appliance. POWER FAILURE Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your appliance if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, take the proper steps to protect your contents. Note: Wait 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to restart the refrigerator if operation has been interrupted. CARE & MAINTENANCE15 DEFROST This appliance is equipped with an automatic defrost function and does not require manual defrosting. Defrost water from the appliance is channeled into a drip tray located above the compressor. Heat transfer from the compressor causes the defrost water to evaporate. VACATION

• Short vacations: Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than three weeks.

• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all items and turn off the appliance. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly, blocking it open if necessary. MOVING

• Remove all contents.

• Securely tape down all shelves.

• Turn the adjustable foot up to the base to avoid damage.

• Ensure the appliance stays in the upright position during transportation. Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket.

• If the appliance is placed on its back or side during transportation, upon reaching the destination, allow it to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging in to avoid damage to internal components. DISPOSAL This appliance may not be treated as regular waste, it should be taken to the appropriate waste collection point for recycling of electrical components. For information on local waste collection points, contact your local waste removal agency or government office. CARE & MAINTENANCE16 TROUBLESHOOTING No power

• Plug is not fully inserted into the wall outlet

• Blown fuse or circuit breaker Internal temperature not cold enough

• Temperature setting is too warm

• Door is not shut properly or opened excessively

• Recently added a large quantity of warm food to the cabinet

• Close proximity to heat source or direct sunlight

• Ambient temperature or humidity is very high Refrigerator runs continuously / Condensation on the glass door

• Temperature setting is too cold

• Door not shut properly or opened excessively

• Recently added a large quantity of warm food to the cabinet

• Close proximity to heat source or direct sunlight

• Ambient temperature or humidity is very high What is the electrical rating? Check the rating plate on the rear of the cabinet. Can I use an extension cord? No, an extension cord may not be used. Can I use this refrigerator outdoors? No, this refrigerator is intended for indoor, household use. How do I set the temperature? Adjust the thermostat dial on the rear of the cabinet.

• The thicker part of the blue line is the coldest setting.

• The thinner part of the blue line is the warmest setting.

• The “O” position will turn off the cooling function.17 Save as herein provided, by Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statute is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Danby from any claim for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.

2. Damage in transit or when moving the appliance.

3. Improper power supply such as low voltage, defective house wiring or inadequate fuses.

4. Accident, alteration, abuse or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions (ie. extremely high or low room temperature).

5. Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, acts of God such as hurricanes, oods etc.

6. Service calls resulting in customer education.

7. Improper Installation (ie. Building-in of a free standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for outdoor application, including but not limited to: garages, patios, porches or anywhere that is not properly insulated or climate controlled). During the rst twenty four (24) months, any functional parts of this product found to be defective, will be repaired or replaced, at warrantor’s option, at no charge to the original purchaser. Contact the dealer where the unit was purchased, or contact the nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualied service technician. If service is performed on the unit by anyone other than an authorized service depot, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void. Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an authorized service depot. Any appliance requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service”, will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport at their own expense to the original point of purchase or a service depot for repair. If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest service center, it must be delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot by the purchaser. Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Plastic parts are warranted for thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, with no extensions provided. No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

Danby Products Limited | Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9Danby Products Inc. | Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840 1-800-263-2629 08/24

Danby Products Limited | Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9Danby Products Inc. | Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840 1-800-263-2629 08/24

Danby Products Limited | Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9 1-800-263-2629