Designer DCR032A2BSLDD - Fridge DANBY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Designer DCR032A2BSLDD DANBY

Welcome Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. We suggest that you read this owner’s manual before plugging in your new appliance as it contains important operation information, safety information, troubleshooting and maintenance tips to ensure the reliability and longevity of your appliance. Visit www.Danby.com to access self service tools, FAQs and much more. For additional assistance call 1-800-263-2629. Note the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty. You must provide the original purchase receipt to validate your warranty and receive service. Model Number: _________________________________________________ Serial Number: _________________________________________________ Date of Purchase: _______________________________________________ Need Help? Before you call for service, here are a few things you can do to help us serve you better. Read this owner’s manual: It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your appliance properly. If you receive a damaged appliance: Immediately contact the retailer or builder that sold you the appliance. Save time and money: Check the troubleshooting section at the end of this manual before calling. This section will help you solve common problems that may occur. 1-800-26- Danby(1-800-263-2629)2 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

DANGER: Risk of fi re or explosion. Flammable

refrigerant used. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

• Do not use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.

• 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.

WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the

appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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 the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside

the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. CAUTION: Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before throwing

away an old appliance:

• Remove the door or lid.

• Leave shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offi ces and other working environments;

• Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

• Bed and breakfast type environments;

• Catering and similar non-retail applications. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 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. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a fl ammable propellant in this appliance. 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 qualifi ed 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 qualifi ed person in order to avoid hazard. Important Safety Information

• 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 fl oor 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 household 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 44.9 cm (17.7 inches) wide by 83.1 cm (32.7 inches) high by 47 cm (18.5 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. FEATURES

1. Freezer Compartment with Door

all the cooling power locked inside.

6. CANSTOR™ Door Liner: Holds 355ml cans of

pop, juice, or beer.

7. Bottle Rack: For tall, small and medium cans or

8. Leveling Leg: Adjust so the unit is level.

8TEMPERATURE SELECTION The temperature of the appliance can be adjusted by turning the thermostat dial. The thicker, darker part of the blue line is the coldest setting. The thinner, lighter part of the blue line is the warmest setting. The “O” position will turn off the cooling function. Internal temperature of the appliance can vary based on ambient temperature, the quantity of items stored and how frequently 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. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE

This refrigerator is equipped with a “Push Button” defrost system. To activate the defrost cycle, push the red defrost button located on the center of the thermostat dial. The defrost cycle is initiated immediately. When defrosting is complete, the red button will release and the refrigerator will resume normal operating conditions. Note: If the red defrost button is pressed accidentally, it is not possible to manually deactivate the defrost cycle. The defrost cycle must be allowed to run its course. Defrosting the refrigerator should take place whenever ice build-up inside the freezer compartment reaches 6 mm (1/4”) thick. Defrosting may take a few hours, depending on the amount of accumulated ice and ambient indoor temperature. To speed up the defrosting process, remove all frozen foods from the freezer section and leave the door open for a short period of time. Monitor the refrigerator closely during the defrosting process to avoid water spilling and causing damage to fl ooring or counter tops. Important: Remember to close the refrigerator door before the defrost cycle terminates and normal operating conditions resume. The drip tray should be in position directly below the freezer compartment to catch condensed water during defrosting. Note: Never use sharp or pointed instruments to remove ice from the freezer compartment. The freezer compartment contains refrigerated gas lines and if accidentally pierced it will render the refrigerator inoperable and void the manufacturers warranty. Do not allow the refrigerator to continue operation if the freezer compartment is pierced.5

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS

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. Remove the screw securing the hinge cover and

remove the hinge cover. Remove the two screws securing the upper hinge and remove the upper hinge. Remove the hinge hole covers from the top left side of the cabinet. Remove the door from the cabinet. See fi gure A.

2. 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. See fi gure B.

3. Remove the solid foot from the bottom left side of

the cabinet and remove the adjustable foot and lower hinge from the bottom right side of the cabinet. Install the lower hinge and adjustable foot on the bottom left side of the cabinet and install the solid foor on the bottom right side of the cabinet. See fi gure C.

4. Place the door on the cabinet and install the

upper hinge on the top 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 hinge cover over the hinge and install the hinge hole covers in the screw holes on the top right side of the cabinet. See fi gure D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DCLEANING Ensure the appliance is unplugged before cleaning.

• To clean the inside of the appliance, use a soft cloth and a solution of a tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water or a mild soap solution or some mild detergent.

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

• Clean the outside with a soft, damp cloth and some mild detergent.

• 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. Note: Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the appliance. Ammonia or alcohol 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 & MAINTENANCE 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

• Make sure the appliance is empty.

• Secure the shelves with tape.

• Secure the door with tape.

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

• Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket or similar item.

• Be sure the appliance stays in the upright position during transportation.

• 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 household 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 offi ce.

6PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

No power • A fuse may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped

• Plug not fully inserted into the wall outlet 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 Appliance runs continuously • 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 Danby Consumer Care: 1-800-263-2629 Hours of operation: Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Standard Time Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. TROUBLESHOOTING

7LIMITED IN-HOME APPLIANCE WARRANTY

This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer. This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter “Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.TERMS OF WARRANTY Plastic parts, are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided. First Year During the rst twelve (12) 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. To obtain Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any app liance Service requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service” , it will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport the appliance (at their own expense) to the original retailer (point of purchase) or a service depot for repair. See “Boundaries of In Home Serv ice” below. Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualied service technician. If service is performed on the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot, or the unit is used for commercial appli cation, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void. Boundaries of If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest service center your unit must be In Home Service delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot, as service must only be performed by a technician qualied and certif ied for warranty service by Danby. Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are t he responsibility of the purchaser. Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other c ontents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.EXCLUSIONS Save as herein provided, Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, m ade or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditio ns, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall no t be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction o f 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 propert y caused by the unit. GENERAL PROVISIONS No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

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 con ditions (extremely high or low room temperature).

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).

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

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.

8) Improper Installation (ie. Building-in of a free standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for out door application). Proof of purchase date will be required for warranty claims; so, please retain bills of sale. In the event warranty service is required, present this document to our AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT.Danby Products LimitedPO Box 1778, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]Danby Products Inc.PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Warranty ServiceIn-home 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. During the first eighteen (18) 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 qualified 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.First 18 monthsTo obtain service Boundaries ofin-home service

LIMITED “IN HOME” WARRANTY

14PROBLÈME CAUSE POSSIBLE

This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer. This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter “Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.TERMS OF WARRANTY Plastic parts, are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided. First Year During the rst twelve (12) 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. To obtain Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any app liance Service requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service” , it will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport the appliance (at their own expense) to the original retailer (point of purchase) or a service depot for repair. See “Boundaries of In Home Serv ice” below. Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualied service technician. If service is performed on the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot, or the unit is used for commercial appli cation, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void. Boundaries of If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest service center your unit must be In Home Service delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot, as service must only be performed by a technician qualied and certif ied for warranty service by Danby. Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are t he responsibility of the purchaser. Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other c ontents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.EXCLUSIONS Save as herein provided, Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, m ade or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditio ns, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall no t be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction o f 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 propert y caused by the unit. GENERAL PROVISIONS No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

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 con ditions (extremely high or low room temperature).

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).

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

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.

This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer. This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter “Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.TERMS OF WARRANTY Plastic parts, are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided. First Year During the rst twelve (12) 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. To obtain Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any app liance Service requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service” , it will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport the appliance (at their own expense) to the original retailer (point of purchase) or a service depot for repair. See “Boundaries of In Home Serv ice” below. Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualied service technician. If service is performed on the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot, or the unit is used for commercial appli cation, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void. Boundaries of If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest service center your unit must be In Home Service delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot, as service must only be performed by a technician qualied and certif ied for warranty service by Danby. Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are t he responsibility of the purchaser. Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other c ontents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.EXCLUSIONS Save as herein provided, Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, m ade or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditio ns, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall no t be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction o f 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 propert y caused by the unit. GENERAL PROVISIONS No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

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 con ditions (extremely high or low room temperature).

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).

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

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.