Danby DCR432W, DCR432BL Owner’s Manual
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COMPACT REFRIGERATOR
Owner's Manual ........................ 1-6
* Salety Instructions
,, Installation
oOperation
- Care and Maintenance
- Parts List
R_'FRIGi_RATEUR COMPACT
Manuel d'utilisation ................... 7-12
oConsignes de s_curit_
,, Installation
° Fonctionnement
• Soins et entretien
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ATTENTION
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This app/tance must be grounded. In
the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of eleetrtcaI
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 riskof electdc
shock, Consull a qualified electrician or
serviceman if the grounding instructionsare
not completely understood, cr iFthe doubt
exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
Use an exclusive wall outlet, Do not connec!
your refrigerator !o extension cords or
together with any other appliance in the
same wall oullel. Do not splice the cord_
IMPORTANT WARNING
An empty refrigerator is a very dangerous
atlraciion to chi!dren. Remove either the
gasket, latches, lids or doors from unused
appliances, or take some other action that
will guarantee It harmless.
DANGER:RJskof childen|rapmentBeamyouthrow_way
youroldre:tdge_alororfreezer:
,.T_keoffthedoers
* Leaveiheehe_veetnpl_eeso _h_t_hlldrenmay
nat essi[yclimbinside.
DON'T WAiT DO iT NOW!
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Location
1. Select a place with a strong, level floor,
2. Allow 5 Inches of space between the back of
the refrigerator and any adjacent wallo
3. Avoid direct suntight and heal Direct
sunlight may alfect the acryiic coating°
Heat sources nearby wit!cause higher
elechlci[y 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 defrosled very frequently
To avoid vibration, the cabinet must be set level.
To slarl the refrigerator, turn lhe temperature
control to the position corresponding to (he
desired cooling The refrigerator temperature
witl vary depending on the quantlly of the food
stored and on the frequency with which the door
is opened.
Turn the control to the "OFF" position to
temporarily disconnect: the cobl_ngcycle. Alter
defrosting and if the refrigerator has been left out
of use for some time, set the controlto maximum
for 2 to ;3hours before turning tothe desired
posit_on When the refrigerator _snot to be used
for a long pedod of time, disconnect the plug and
leave the deer partially open,
Note: Wait 3 to5 minutes before restarting If
operation has been interrupted
ice Cube Tray
Ice cube tray is flexible. Twist tray to remove
f'cecubes, if the Ice cube tray is frozen hard to
the evaporator surface, run a It|tiewater over the
lray_ Never use a knife or other metal instrument
to remove ice cube tray because this may
damage the evaporator. (Fig. C)
Remove the exterior and interior packings, wipe
the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and
the Ins/de with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Avoid
placing the cabinet in a narrow recess or near
any heat source, direct sunlight, or moletureo
Let air circulate freely around the cabinet. Keep
the rear of the refrigerator 5 inches away from
the walL
FIg. C
Cleaning
Toclean the inside, use a soft cloth and a solution
of a tablespoon of baking soda to one quarl 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
Barren Defrost
Rg.B
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 del[ost cycle Is
initiated immediately.When defrosting ts complete,
the "Push Button' will release (pop-ou!)
automatically and resume normal operating
conditions at the same temperature setting.
NOTE:If the 'push Button"is aclivated (pushed4n)
acctdenta!ly, it will not be posstble to "manually"
purl-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 tine and bracket,
located on the underside of the freezer
compartment. The heat transfer lrom the dish cloth
will cause a temperature rise on the thermostat
capillary, (sensing line) causing the internal
contacts to ctose. This wilt resume normal
operating condftlons, tt may take several minutes
andler repeal 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_ Delrost_ng
may take a low hours, depending on the amouni
of accumulatedice and ambient indoor
temperature. To speed-up the defrosting process,
remove all frozen foods from 1he freezer section.
Leaving the door partially ajar for a "short" period of
ttme 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 de[rostfremove ice from the
evaporator/freezer compartment. The
evaporator/freezer compartment contains
refrigerated gas lines and If acctdentliy
punched!pierced,will render the refrigerator
inoperable and "void" the manufacturers warranty.
DO NO ALLOW THE REFRIGERATOR TO
CONTINUE OPERATION IF THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT tS PIERCED,
After defrosting Is complete,set the control to
maximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the
desired position, When the relrigeralor 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 leeds, (b) disconneci
from electrlca[outtet, (c) clean the relrigerator
thoroughly, includingdefrost pan, (d) leave door
open to avoid possible formations of condensale,
mold or odors
PowerFailure
Most power failures are corrected wllhfn an hour
or two and will not affect your relrigerator
temperatures. However, you shoutd minimize the
number el door openings while lhe power is off
During power failures of longer duration, take
slops to protect your food by placing dry ice on
top of packages_
If¥ou Move
Remove or securely fasten down all loose items
inside the refrigerator. To avoid damaging the
leveling screws, turnthem all the way into the
base
Some Important RuTes for 1he Correct
Use of the Refrigerator
, Never place hot foods In the refrigerator.
,, Beverages should be stored in
sealed conlalnerso
,, Foods to be stored for a tong time should be
wrapped In cellophane or polyethylene, or kept
in glass containers° Never place spot}ed foods
in the cabinet.
• Don't overload the cabinet.
,, Don't open the door unless necessary.
• Shoutd the refrigerator be stored without use
for long periods Itts suggested, after a careful
cleaning, to reave the door ajar to allow the air
to circulate fnslde the cabinet in order to avoid
possible formations of condensate, mold
or odors.
,, Allow warm foods to cool to room temperature
before placing them in the refrigerator.
= Always cover open dishes o_food, especially
leftovers, Use leftovers within 2 or 3 days.
Food Storage Suggestions
Fresh Food Compadment
• Never cover food compartment sheives wilb
aluminum foil or any other shell covering
material which may prevent air circulation.
° Always remove porous store wrapping paper
from meats, poultry and lish° Meats shou{d be
wrapped Individually and placed in a dish for
storage_ Wrap fish end pou[try in foil or heavy
waxed paper. Most fish should be used the
same day of purcheseo Packaged meats such
as ham, bacon, dried beef, or frankfurter, store
best In their original packages°
Technical and Structural Operation Features
Hermetically sealed cooling unit with midget 2
po{a motor, Rustproof anodized "Roll-Bond"
aluminum freezer (or Pipe on Sheet aluminum
freezer) of high thermal conductivity. Adiuatable
thermostat for automatic temperature control.
1o THERMOSTAT DIAL: For controlling
Ihs temperature Inside the refrigerator.Turns the
motor on as soon as the temperature rises
above the des{red level
2. FREEZING COMPARTMENT WITH FREEZER
DOOR: Separate freezer section hotds 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 and split shelves on models
DCR 432W and DCR 432BL for more
convenient storage.
5. DRIP TRAY:Catches the water that drips off the
evaporator when defrosting,
6. MAGNETtC GASKET:TIght titling door seal
keeps all the cooling power rocked Inside. No
hooks or latches,
7. BOTTLE RACK: Forlall, medium, and large
bottles, cans or jars°
8. CRISPER WITH PLEXt - GLASS SHELF : On
models DCR 432W and DCR 432BLo
9. CANSTOR DOOR LINER : Holds 355 ml cans
of pop, juice, or bear.
Cabinet bonderized and acrylic-enameled
according to the most modem electrostatic
spraying techniques. High-density polyurethane
thermal Insuiatlono Magnetic door closure gasket.
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DCR432W
DCR432BL
Door Reversal Instuctions for models DCR432W AND DCR432BL
Parts List
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No.
1A
1B
1C
2A
2B
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
I3
14
15
16
'17
t8
19
20A
2OB
20C
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29A
29B
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
5O
5I
52
53
54
DCR432W DCR432BL
Descrlptlon part No, part Nee
Upper Slorage 8in 432,1A 432+1A
Middle Storage Bin 4321B 432olB
Bottom Storage Bin 432olC 432 tC
Can Support(Chute Bar) 432.2A 432,2A
Can support 432,28 432.2B
Bushing-Deer Shelf 432.3 432,3
Door Gasket 432,4(LG) 432.4(CG)
Table lop 432.50N) 432.5(BL)
Self TappingScrew 432.6 432°6
Self TappingScrew 432,7 432.7
Support Plate 432°8 432_8
Fixed Table Top Screw 4329 432.9
Lock Washer 432.10 432oi0
Upper Hinge 432.11 432.11
ThermostatBox 432_12 432,,12
ThermostatKnob 432.13 432.,I3
Defrost Push Button 432;14 432.14
Thermostat 432.t5 432.15
Chass]s N/A NfA
Boltom Hfnge 432.17 432.17
Washer 432.18 432,18
adjustable Fool 432.19 432,19
Boltom Hlnge Screw 432.20A 432o20A
Lock Washer 432 20B 43220B
Washer 432.28C 432.20C
Foot 432.21 432 21
Fixed Fool Screw 432.22 432.22
Power Supply Cord 432.23 432.23
Crisper 432,24 432 24
Crisper Cover 432,25 432,25
_ra Clip 43226 432,,26
Load Wire Clamp 432.27 432.27
Self Tapping Screw 432.28 432.28
Split Shelves(2) 432 29A 432,,29A
Full Size Shelf(t) 432,29B 432.29B
DripTray 432_30 432°30
Machine Screw 43231 432.31
SpEieBox 43232 432.32
Evaporator Door 432.33 432_33
Washer 43234 432,34
Ice Cube Tray 432.35 432.35
Evaporator Door Grommet(2) 432.36 432,36
CompressorSupport 432°37 432.37
Compressor Support Screw 432_38 432_38
Compressor Boil Washer 432,39 432_39
SucUonTube Sleeve 432.40 432,40
SpringWasher 432o41 432.41
Fixing Screw 432.42 432°42
Compressor 432.43 432_43
Overload Proteclor 432,44 432°44
PTC Starter 432A5 432,,45
PTC Cover 432.46 432_46
Dryer 432°47 432°47
Evaporator Assembly 432A8 432,48
Relay Cover Retainer 432A9 432,49
Thermostat Mounting Sheet Screw 432.50 432.50
Thsrmoslat Mounting Shoal 432,5_ 432.51
Door 432.52(W) 432.52(BL)
Door Liner 432,53 432,53
Door Hinge Cover 6 43254(W) 43254(BL)
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