Danby DCF700W User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL

D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL

PROPIETARIO

Model• Modèle • Modelo

DCF700W

CAUTION:
Read and Follow All Safety

Rules and Operating
Instructions Before First Use
of This Product.

PRÉCAUTION:
Veuillez lire attentivement les
consignes de sécurité et les
instructions d’utilisation
avant l’utilisation initiale de
ce produit.

PRECAUCIÓN:
Lea y observe todas las
reglas de seguridad y las
instrucciones de operación
antes de usar este producto
por primera vez.

COMPACT CHEST FREEZER

Owner’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

• Introduction

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

• Warranty

CONGÉLATEUR HORIZONTAL COMPACT

Manuel d’utilisation ............... ......5-8

• Introduction

• Installation

• Fonctionnement

• Soins et entretien

• Garantie

CONGELADOR DE ARCÓN COMPACTO

Manual del propietario . . . ................9-12

• Introducción

• Instalación

• Operación

• Cuidado y Mantenimiento

• Garantía

Danby Products Limited, PO Box 1778, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9

Danby Products Inc., PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio, USA 45839-0669

550C.8.00

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Danby Millennium Chest Freezer. This Owners Manual provides information
necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new freezer. If properly maintained, your freezer
will give you many years of trouble free operation. To avoid difficulties, read instructions completely
before starting. This manual contains information for the installation and operation of your Danby
Millennium Chest Freezer.

For easy reference, you may want to attach a copy of your sales receipt to this page. Note following
information provided. This information will be needed when you contact a Customer Service
Representative. The model and serial number identification plate is located on the rear (exterior) wall of
the freezer cabinet.

Model Number: ________________________ Date of Purchase: _______________________________

Serial Number: ________________________ Dealer ’s Name and Address:_______________________

______________________________________________

If problems arise, contact an authorized service
representative or call Danby TOLL FREE:

1-800-26-Danby

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Keep these instructions for future reference.

Features

• 7.0 cu. ft. (198 litres).

• FRONT MOUNT THERMOSTAT:

Easy access control knob controls the desired
temperature inside the freezer. The proper
food storage temperature is -18°C (0°F). Turns
the motor on as soon as the temperature rises
above the desired level.

• RUST RESISTANT INTERIOR:
Aluminum liner for long lasting durability.

• IN-WALL CONDENSER:
Helps reduce ice build-up.

• DEFROST DRAIN:
For easy removal of melted ice during
defrosting. It is recommended that you defrost
your freezer once or twice a year.

CAUTION

The hinge of a chest freezer is under tension.
You must exercise EXTREME CAUTION before
attempting to remove, replace and/or adjust.

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• R134a + R141b INSULATION:

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70 mm (2

4") insulation is environment friendly

and provides energy efficient insulated walls.

• GROSS WEIGHT: 52 kg / 114.6 lbs.

• NET WEIGHT: 41 kg/ 90.38 lbs

Front mount
thermostat

Defrost Drain

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Installation

Location

Points to consider when locating your freezer:

1. Locate the freezer in such a manner that
extension cords are not necessary.

2. Due to lid and hinge arrangement, it is
impossible to install freezer directly against
the wall. The spacing on the back is essential
for maintaining proper air circulation around
the freezer.

3. Select a location with reasonable year round
temperatures. Do not operate freezer when
surrounding air temperature is below 0°C.
However, it will not harm freezer to stand in
any temperature below 0°C provided the
temperature control is set to avoid running the
unit. In order to keep operating cost down, do
not place freezer near a stove, furnace, heat
register or in direct sunlight. If the place
selected for your freezer is damp or moist, as
in basements, place freezer on wooden
blocks. (2 or 3 2 x 4’s under entire length will
assure adequate support).

Operation

Starting the Freezer

The freezer is ready to operate as received when
connected to the power supply. After starting,
close lid and allow freezer to operate. The unit
will run from 1 to 2 hours (possibly longer,
depending on conditions) before operating
temperature is reached. It will then start and
stop (cycle) at fairly regular intervals. It is
recommended that food should not be placed in
freezer until you are satisfied that it is operating
regularly and no final adjustments are necessary.

Once your freezer is starting and stopping
(cycles) regularly, it is ready to freeze and store
foods. The proper food storage temperature is

-18°C (0°F). Do not operate freezer at

temperatures below -19°C (-3°F), since it does
not improve food preservation and only results in
longer unit (cycle) running time. It is not
advisable to freeze more than 25 kg. (50 lbs.) of
food in a freezer in any 24 hour period. It will
take 15 or more hours of unit running time to
freeze this amount of food. When adding fresh,
unfrozen food packages, store them against the
walls of the freezer.

In view of the value of the contents of your
freezer, it is advisable to inspect contents and
operation regularly.

ATTENTION

ELECTRICAL RATING

The “serial rating plate” indicates the voltage
and frequency the freezer is designed for.

Due to possible variations in line voltage
(caused by overloading of circuits), it is
advisable to install a separate fuse circuit
from the meter panel. This will help to
eliminate current fluctuation which might
cause motor trouble.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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. 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.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

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

IMPORTANT WARNING

An empty freezer is a very dangerous
attraction to children. Remove either the
gasket or lid from unused appliances, or take
some other action that will guarantee
it harmless.

DON’T WAIT DO IT NOW!

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Setting The Temperature Control

The temperature of the freezer compartment
is controlled by adjusting/setting the thermostat control
knob, located on the front of the freezer cabinet

To start the freezer and achieve maximum
cooling quickly:

• Turn the temperature control knob clockwise to
the furthest (maximum) setting on the darker
blue (wide) section if the graduated control dial.

• Allow the freezer to turn at this setting for 3-4 hours.

• When maximum cooling is achieved, turn back
the temperature control knob setting to the 2
o’clock position on the graduated blue control|
dial. See Fig.15.

• To turn off the freezer (no cooling) rotate the control
knob to the “0” (off) position. See Fig. 14.

Care and Maintenance

Defrosting

Moisture will be introduced into the cabinet
during lid openings and the addition of unfrozen
food packages. The moisture will accumulate in
the form of frost mostly on the upper part of the
freezer liner walls.

Accumulation of frost up to 6 mm (1/4") on the
liner is not harmful. However, when it becomes
heavier, it should be removed as it retards
cooling resulting in longer running (cycle) times.
Frost may be removed with a wooden spatula or
a plastic defrosting scoop by simply scraping off
the accumulations from the side of the walls.
Do not use any sharp instruments as this may
result in damage to the liner wall and/or sealed
system, voiding any and/or all warranties which
may be in effect.

Under average conditions, defrosting will not be
necessary more than once or twice a year.

Besides frost, food particles and other foreign
substances may may accumulate and soil the
liner. For proper defrosting and cleaning, the
following method is recommended:

a) Unplug freezer.
b) Quickly remove all frozen food and store them

in baskets, cartons or other suitable
containers. Keep them well covered with
blankets to avoid excessive temperature rise.

c) Akettle/pot of hot water placed in the center

of the liner will greatly accelerate defrosting.

d) With the help of a wooden spatula or a

plastic defrosting scoop, remove the frost and
ice off the liner walls as soon as it becomes
loose (approximately 15 minutes from start).
Using a piece of cloth soaked in hot water,
the process can be considerably accelerated.
As soon as the ice has fallen to the bottom,
remove it. Do not let it melt in the freezer as
this will increase defrosting and cleaning time.

Cleaning

Now the liner is ready to be cleaned. Sprinkle
baking soda on the bottom and walls. This will
help in cleaning and odor removal. In order to
retain the finish of the freezer cabinet inside and
outside, wash only with warm water and mild
soap, then rinse and dry. Do not use under any
circumstances, a grit soap or a kitchen scouring
cleanser as they tend to scratch the finish.

Electrical and Mechanical Failure

In the event of a general power failure, it is
important to keep the contents of your freezer
frozen. For your protection, it is recommended to
locate a dealer of dry ice (solidified carbon
dioxide) as soon as possible in order to know
where to go in case of an emergency. Many ice
cream manufacturers use dry ice and this will
keep the contents of your freezer at safe
temperatures until the emergency has passed.

In case of failure, it is recommended to keep the
freezer well covered with blankets. This will help
preserve the “cold” inside the freezer. If no help
is available within 12 hours, the freezer contents
should be transferred into a neighbors’ freezer
(if available).

In the event of mechanical or electrical failure of
the freezer, contact your dealer immediately and
give him complete information of your freezer, the
model number and the serial number. These are
shown on the serial plate located on the rear
(exterior) cabinet wall.

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Fig. 15

Introduction

Danby Millennium sont reconnaissants de votre achat du congélateur horizontal compact. Ce manuel d’utilisation vous offre des
renseignements pratiques pour le soin et l’entretien de votre nouveau congélateur. Un congélateur bien entretenu vous pourvoira
plusieurs années de service sans ennui. Pour éviter des ennuis, veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant de mettre le congélateur
en marche. Ce manuel contient les renseignements pour l’installation et l’utilisation de votre congélateur horizontal Danby
Millennium.

Nous vous conseillons de joindre une copie de votre facture d’achat à cette page pour que les renseignements vous soient à la
portée de la main. Veuillez y inscrire les renseignements. Ces données sont nécessaires lorsque vous contactez un représentant
de service. La plaque d’identification qui contient le numéro de modèle et de série du congélateur est situé sur la paroi arrière
extérieur du boîtier.

Numéro de modèle:

Numéro de série

_________________________

:___________________________

Date d’achat: ______________________________________________

Nom et adresse du détaillant: _________________________________

______________________________________________

Si ces renseignements ne vous aident pas à résoudre le
problème, consultez votre représentant de service autorisé ou
appelez Danby au numéro SANS FRAIS:

1-800-26-DANBY

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La charnière d’un congélateur horizontal est sous tension.
PRENEZ GARDE pendant le déplacement, le rechange ou
l’ajustement.

Veuillez conserver ces instructions.

Caractéristiques

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• 7,0 pi

(198 litres).

• THERMOSTAT INSTALLE AU DEVANT:

Bouton de contrôle facile à trouver règle la température à
l’intérieur du congélateur. La température de conservation
est -18°C (0°F). Il met le moteur en marche aussitôt que la
température s’éleve du degré exigé.

PRÉCAUTION

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• PAROIS INTÉRIEURS ANTI-ROUILLE:

Parois en aluminium résistant.

• CONDENSATEUR ENCASTRE:

Aide à réduire l’accumulation de givre

• DRAIN D’ÉCOULEMENT:

La glace fondue peut être enlevée facilement durant le
dégivrage. Il est recommandé que le congélateur soit
dégivré une ou deux fois par an.

• ISOLATION R134a + R141b:

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Isolation de 70 mm (2

po.) est bonne pour
l’environnement et pourvoit des murs isolés à haut
rendement.

• POIDS GROSSIER: 52 kg/ 114.6 lbs.

• POIDS NET

: 41 kg/ 90.38 lbs.

Thermostat

Drain d’écoulement

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installé sur le
devant