Danby DCR038BL, DCR038W User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL

D'UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL

PROPIETARIO

Model • Modèle • Modelo

DCR038W

DCR038BL

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 REFRIGERATOR

Owner’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

RÉFRIGÉRATEUR COMPACT

Manuel d'utilisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

• Consignes de sécurité

• Installation

• Fonctionnement

• Soins et entretien

REFRIGERADOR COMPACTO

Manual del propietario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-15

• Instrucciones de seguridad

• Instalación

• Operación

• Cuidado y Mantenimiento

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

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

Printed in China (P.R.C.)

DCR038BL

DCR038W

Safety Instructions

Location

ATTENTION

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.

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 if the doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

1. Select a place with a strong, level floor.

2. Allow 5 inches of space between the back of

the refrigerator and any adjacent wall.

3. Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct

sunlight may affect the acrylic coating. Heat sources nearby will cause higher electricity consumption.

4. Avoid very moist places. Too much moisture in

the air will cause frost to form very quickly on the evaporator, and your refrigerator will have to be defrosted very frequently.

Operation

To avoid vibration, the cabinet must be set level. Adjust the level of the refrigerator using the single leveling leg located on the lower hinge side of the cabinet. To start the refrigerator, turn the temperature control knob to the position corresponding to the desired cooling. (on the graduated blue dial)

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

IMPORTANT WARNING

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

DON’T WAIT DO IT NOW!

Installation

Remove the exterior and interior packings, wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Avoid placing the cabinet in a narrow recess or near any heat source, direct sunlight, or moisture. Let air circulate freely around the cabinet. Keep the rear of the refrigerator 5 inches away from the wall.

The refrigerator temperature will vary depending on the quantity of the food stored and on the frequency with which the door is opened. To turn the control to the “OFF” position, rotate the control knob to the “0” setting. After defrosting and if the refrigerator has been left out of use for some time, set the control to maximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the desired position. If the refrigerator is not to be used for long time periods, disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open. This will help reduce the mold/mildew from accumulating inside the refrigerator cabinet.

Ice Cubes

Ice cube tray is flexible. Twist tray to remove ice cubes. If the ice cube tray is frozen hard to the evaporator surface, run a little water over the tray. Never use a knife or other metal instrument to remove ice cube tray because this may damage the evaporator.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning

To clean the inside, use a soft cloth and a solution of a tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water, or a mild soap suds solution, or some mild detergent. Wash ice cube tray, drip tray, and glide out 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 or appliance cleaner.

Defrosting

This refrigerator is equipped with a "Push Button" (semi-automatic) defrost thermostat system.To activate the defrost cycle, simply push (in) the red defrost button located in the center of the control knob/dial (do not turn the control knob/dial to zero = off). The defrost cycle is initiated immediately. When defrosting is complete, the "Push Button" will release (pop-out) automatically and resume normal operating conditions at the same temperature setting.

NOTE: If the "Push Button" is activated (pushed-in) accidentally, it will not be possible to "manually" pull-out the push button (deactivate the defrost cycle). You must either let the defrost cycle run it's course or;

* Apply (hold) a dishcloth soaked in hot water against the thermostat capillary line and bracket, located on the underside of the freezer compartment. The heat transfer from the dish cloth will cause a temperature rise on the thermostat capillary (sensing line), causing the internal contacts to close. This will resume normal operating conditions. It may take several minutes and/or repeat applications before the push button will release.

Defrosting of your refrigerator should take place whenever ice build-up inside the freezer compartment reaches 1/4" (6mm) 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. Leaving the door partially ajar for a "short" period of time will also speed-up the process. IMPORTANT: You must remember to close the refrigerator door before the defrost cycle terminates and normal operating conditions resume automatically. The drip tray should be in position directly below the freezer compartment to catch evaporated water during defrosting.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Never use sharp or pointed instruments to defrost/remove ice from the evaporator/freezer compartment. The evaporator/freezer compartment contains refrigerated gas lines and if accidentlly punched/pierced, will render the refrigerator inoperable and "void" the manufacturers

warranty. DO NO ALLOW THE REFRIGERATOR TO CONTINUE OPERATION IF THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT IS PIERCED.

After defrosting is complete, set the control to maximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the desired position. When the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply and leave the door partially open. This will help to reduce mold and mildew build-up.

NOTE: Wait 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to

restart the refrigerator if operation has been interrupted

Vacation Time

For short vacation periods, leave the control knobs at their usual settings. During longer absences, (a) remove all foods, (b) disconnect from electrical outlet, (c) clean the refrigerator thoroughly, including defrost pan, (d) leave door open to avoid possible formations of condensate, mold or odors.

Power Failure

Most power failures are corrected within an hour or two and will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off. During power failures of longer duration, take steps to protect your food by placing dry ice on top of packages.

If You Move

Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator. To avoid damaging the leveling screws, turn them all the way into the base.

Some Important Rules for the Correct Use of the Refrigerator

• Never place hot foods in the refrigerator.

• Beverages should be stored in sealed containers.

• Foods to be stored for a long time should be wrapped in cellophane or polyethylene, or kept in glass containers. Never place spoiled foods in the cabinet.

• Don’t overload the cabinet.

• Don’t open the door unless necessary.

• Should the refrigerator be stored without use for long periods it is suggested, after a careful cleaning, to leave the door ajar to allow the air to circulate inside the cabinet in order to avoid possible formations of condensate, mold or odors.

Food Storage Suggestions

Fresh Food Compartment

• Never cover food compartment shelves with aluminum foil or any other shelf covering material which may prevent air circulation.

• Always remove porous store wrapping paper from meats, poultry and fish. Meats should be wrapped individually and placed in a dish for storage. Wrap fish and poultry in foil or heavy waxed paper. Most fish should be used the same day of purchase. Packaged meats such as ham, bacon, dried beef, or frankfurter, store best in their original packages.

• Allow warm foods to cool to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.

• Always cover open dishes of food, especially leftovers. Use leftovers within 2 or 3 days.

Technical and Structural Operation Features

Hermetically sealed cooling unit with midget 2 pole motor. Rustproof anodized “Roll-Bond” aluminum freezer (or Pipe on Sheet aluminum freezer) of high thermal conductivity. Adjustable thermostat for automatic temperature control.

Cabinet bonderized and acrylic-enameled according to the most modern electrostatic spraying techniques. High-density polyurethane thermal insulation. Magnetic door closure gasket.

1. THERMOSTAT DIAL/PUSH BUTTON

DEFROST: For controlling the temperature inside the refrigerator. Turns the motor on as soon as the temperature rises above the desired level.

2. FREEZING COMPARTMENT WITH FREEZER

DOOR: Separate freezer section holds ice cube tray and small items.

3. ICE CUBE TRAY: Ice cubes are easily removed

from the tray. (Not Shown)

4. PLASTIC COATED SHELVES: Odor resistant,

rustproof, and removable for easy cleaning. Full width for storing more.

5. MAGNETIC GASKET: Tight fitting door seal

keeps all the cooling power locked inside. No hooks or latches.

6. BOTTLE RACK: For tall, medium, and large

bottles.

7. CANSTOR DOOR LINER: Holds 355 mL cans

of pop, juice, or beer.

STEP 1: Fig. 1 STEP 2: Fig. 2

STEP 3: Fig. 3 STEP 4: Fig. 4

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS DCR038BL / DCR038W

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