Danby DBC259BLP User Manual

Owner’s Use and Care Guide

Guide d’utiliser et soins de Propriètaire

Guía a utilizar y a cuidar del Proprietario

Model • Modèle • Modelo

DBC259BLP

Danby Products Limited, Guelph, Ontario Canada N1H 6Z9

Danby Products Inc., Findlay, Ohio USA 45839-0669

V. 3. 07.09 JF

FREE STANDING BEVERAGE CENTER

Owner’s Use and Care Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Warranty

CENTRE DE BREUVAGES AUTONOME

Guide d’utiliser et soin de propriètaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

• Consignes de Sécurité Importante

• Consignes d’installation

• Consignes de Fonctionnement

• Soins et Entretien

• Dépannage

• Garantie

CENTRO DE BEBIDAS AUTÓNOMO

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• Instrucciones Importantes de Seguridad

• Instrucciones de Instalación

• Instrucciones Operadoras

• Cuidado y Limieza

• Diagnostico de Problemas

• Garantia

CAUTION:

Read and follow

all safety rules

and operating

instructions

before first use of

this product.

PRECAUTION:

Veuillez lire

attentivement les

consignes de

sécurité et les

instructions

d’utilisation avant

l’utilisation

initiale de ce

produit.

PRECAUCION:

Lea y observe

todas las reglas de

seguridad y las

instrucciones de

operación antes de

usar este producto

por primera vez.

WELCOME

Welcome to the Danby family. We’re proud of our quality products, and we believe in dependable
service, like you will find in this owner’s use and care guide, and like you will receive from our
friendly customer service department. Best of all, you will experience these values each and every
time you use your Danby Beverage Center. That’s important, because your new appliance will be a
part of your family for a long time.

For easy reference, may we suggest that you attach a copy of your sales receipt to this page, and note
the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Date Purchased:

NEED HELP?

Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better...

Read this Owner’s Use and Care Guide:

It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your appliance properly.

If you received a damaged appliance:

Immediately contact the builder (or dealer) that sold you the Beverage Center.

Save time and money:

Check the Trouble shooting section before calling. This section helps you solve common problems
that may occur.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away.

Tel: 1-800-26-

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING

ELECTRICAL

REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if
the appliance has been damaged or dropped.

• Do not splice the power cord that is equipped with
this appliance.

• Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not immerse power cord, plug, or the appliance
itself in water.

• Do not use this product near water-for example, in a
wet basement, near a swimming pool, or near a sink.

• Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance.

• Use this appliance only for its intended use, as
described in this manual.

• Do not store perishable food items such as (but not
limited to) meats and dairy products in your Beverage
Center.

• Store sealed, unopened beverages only.

• See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care
and Maintenance section(s) of this manual.

• Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.

• This appliance is intended for household use only.
Do not attempt to operate or store this appliance
outdoors.

• This appliance should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized
service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See
“Grounding Instructions” below.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having a
grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.

IMPORTANT WARNING

An empty refrigerator can pose a threat to children.
To render the unit harmless we strongly recommend
removing the door prior to disposal.

WARNING- Improper use of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or ifdoubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

Use an exclusive wall outlet. Do not connect your
refrigerator to extension cords or together with any
other appliance in the same wall outlet.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

DOOR REVERSAL

INSTRUCTIONS

1) Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet (if

connected) and lay it on its back.

2) Remove the screws from the lower hinge assembly.

3) Pull the door downward to remove it from the

beverage center.

4) Remove the upper hinge pin from the top left side
of the unit and reinstall it on the top right side.

5) Remove the plastic cap from the left side of the
door frame and reinstall it on the right side of the
door frame (the previous pin location).

6) Carefully reposition the door on the unit and push
up until the top hinge pin is inserted into the top of
the door.

7) While the door remains closed, install the lower
hinge assembly.

8) Close the door and return the unit into its upright
position (wait 60 minutes before reconnecting power
to the beverage center), verify the door alignment and
proper seal against the unit.

UPPER HINGE PIN

LOWER HINGE ASSEMBLY

AND DOOR SUPPORT BRACKET

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

DO:

• Select a location with a strong, level floor.

• Allow 5 inches of space between the back of the

appliance and any adjacent wall.

• Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct sunlight
may affect the acrylic coating. Heat sources nearby will
cause higher electricity consumption.

DO NOT:

• Use this appliance outdoors: this appliance is
intended for household use only. Do not attempt to
operate or store this appliance outdoors.

• Build this appliance into an enclosure: this
appliance is designed for a free-standing application
only and is not intended to be “built-in”.

LOCATION

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FEATURES

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FEATURES OF YOUR
BEVERAGE CENTER

1) Tempered Glass Door: Tinted for UVprotection while still

allowing for easy interior viewing.

2) Magnetic Door Gasket: Tight fitting seals retain all the
cooling power.

3) Plastic Coated Wire Bottle Shelf

4) Plastic Coated Wire Can Shelves

5) Leveling Legs

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THE CONTROLS OF

YOUR BEVERAGE

CENTER

To start the Beverage Center, turn the temperature control to the position
corresponding to the desired cooling. The Beverage Center temperature will vary
depending on the quantity of cans stored and on the frequency with which the
door is opened.

Setting The Temperature Control:

The temperature of the Beverage Center compartment
is controlled by adjusting/setting the thermostat
control knob, located on the exterior rear wall of the
cabinet. To start the Beverage Center and achieve
maximum cooling quickly;

• Turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the
furthest ‘Max’ (maximum) setting on the wider blue
section of the graduated control dial.

• Allow the unit to run at this setting for 3-4 hours.

• When maximum cooling is achieved, turn back the
temperature control knob setting to the 10 o’clock
position on the graduated blue control dial. See Fig.
A.

• To turn off the beverage center, (no cooling) rotate
the control knob to the “O”(off) position. See Fig. B.

Fig. A

Fig. B

Turn the control to the “O” (off) position to temporarily disconnect the cooling cycle. When the beverage
center is not to be used for a long period of time, disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open.

NOTE: Wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting if operation has been interrupted.
Defrosting: Your beverage center is designed with an “Auto-Cycle” defrost system. What is Auto Cycle

defrost? The refrigerated surfaces of the fresh food compartment defrost automatically during the “off”cycle

of the cold control (thermostat). Defrost water from the fresh food compartment is disposed of automatically,
by means of being channeled onto a drip tray located on the compressor. Heat transfer from the compressor
causes the defrost water to evaporate.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

HELPFUL HINTS

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Allow the Beverage Center door to remain open for a
few minutes after manual cleaning to air out and dry
the inside of the beverage center.

NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning
any part of this appliance.

CLEANING

THE INSIDE

Never use any commercial or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects on any part of this
appliance.

Walls, Floor, Inside Window, and Shelves:

Water deposits and dust should be removed with a soft, damp cloth.

CLEANING

THE OUTSIDE

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the Beverage Center. Ammonia or
alcohol can damage the appearance of the appliance.

Outer Case:

It is important to keep the area clean where the door
seals against the appliance. Clean this area with a
sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry.

Door Trim:

Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a

clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

Door Glass:

Wipe the door with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
Do not use abrasive or sharp objects on the door
glass, as they can damage it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

1) No Power

• A fuse in your home may be
broken, or a circuit breaker tripped.

• Power surge.

• Plug not fully inserted into wall
outlet.

• Replace fuse or reset circuit if needed.

• Unplug and wait a few seconds, then
plug the unit back in.

• Make sure plug is fully inserted.

2) Cabinet temperature
too high.

• Temperature setting too high.

• Door not shut properly or opened
excessively.

• Adjust the temperature setting as
needed.

• Ensure that the door is fully closed or
opened excessively and that the gaskets
are sealing.against the cabinets. Open
the door only as needed and for short
periods of time.

3) “Clicking” noise.

• This is normal • No user intervention is required as
this sound is normal during the
operation of the appliance. This audible
‘clicking’ noise may be heard as the
appliance ends or begins a cooling
cycle.

4) Condensation on the
cabinet and/or door.

• High humidity conditions in the

home.

• Door not shut properly or opened

excessively.

• The condensation will subside once
humidity conditions return to normal.

• Ensure that the door is fully closed or
opened excessively and that the gaskets
are sealing against the cabinets. Open
the door only as needed and for short
periods of time.

If none of the above rectify the situation please contact our customer care department at

1-800-26- (1-800-263-2629)