Danby DUF408WE User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL

D'UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL

PROPIETARIO

Model • Modèle • Modelo

DUF408WE

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.

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

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

UPRIGHT FREEZER

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CONGÉLATEUR VERTICAL

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CONGELADOR VERTICAL

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Remove 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 freezer 5 inches away
from the wall.

Location

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

2. Allow 5 inches of space between the back of the

freezer 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 freezer will have to be
defrosted more frequently.

To avoid vibration, the cabinet must be set level. This is
accomplished by adjusting the (2) front leveling legs located
under the freezer

cabinet. To start the freezer, turn the

temperature control to the position corresponding to the
desired cooling.

0 = No Cooling 3, 4 = Medium Cooling
1= Minimum Cooling 7 = Maximum Cooling

The

freezer temperature will vary depending on the

quantity of the food stored and on the frequency with
which the door is opened.

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 doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly 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, latches, lids or
doors from unused appliances, or take some other
action that will guarantee it harmless.

DON’T WAIT! DO IT NOW!

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Safety Instructions

Operation

Installation

Defrost and clean your freezer when frost has built up
to about 1 1/4” (6mm) thickness. Complete defrosting
and cleaning should be done at least once a year. In
high humidity areas, a freezer may need more
frequent defrosting and cleaning.

IMPORTANT: Do not use an ice pick, knife or other
sharp-pointed tool to defrost freezer. Damage can
occur.

1. Turn temperature control to ‘0’ (off) and unplug

power cord.

2. Remove all frozen food. Wrap frozen food in

several layers or newspaper and cover with a
blanket. Food will say frozen for several hours

OR

store frozen food in a cooler, additional
refrigerator-freezer or in a cool area.

3. Place pans of hot water in freezer with door open

to speed melting. Directing air from an electric fan
into freezer will also help.

Do not place fan in freezer.

4. Remove frost.

5. Wipe water from walls and bottom of freezer with a

towel or sponge.

6. Wash inside walls.

7. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

8. Replace all frozen food.

9. Plug in power cord and refer to “Operation.”

Defrosting Instructions

Maximum cooling

1. THERMOSTAT DIAL: For controlling the

temperature inside the freezer.Turns the motor
on as soon as the temperature rises above the
desired level.

2. REFRIGERATED SHELVES: 2 full width

refrigerated shelves.

3. MAGNETIC GASKET: Tight fitting door seal

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

4. DOOR BINS (3)

5. DRIP TRAY

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury to yourself
and/or property, we recommend someone assist
you during the door reversal process.

1. To access the lower hinge assembly, tilt back the

freezer cabinet or lay the freezer on its back.

(Fig. C)

2. Remove both leveling legs located at the front of

the cabinet.

3. Remove the screws holding the lower hinge

assembly to the cabinet.

4. Remove the main door assembly from the

freezer cabinet.

(lift door slightly and pull

downward)

5. Using a flat heat screwdriver, remove the main

door top hinge pin.

(Fig. D)

6. Re-install the main door top hinge pin on the

opposite side of the cabinet.

7a. Remove the door plug and door bushing located

on the top of the main door.

7b. Interchange their positions.

(eg. door plug right

side, door bushing left side.)

8. Re-install main door assembly on cabinet.

9. Remove door bushing

(bottom door)

and install on

opposite side.

10. Re-install the lower hinge assembly on the

opposite side.

11. Make sure the door assembly is properly aligned

on the cabinet before tightening lower hinge
screws.

12. Re-install both leveling legs.

The process is now complete.

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Fig. C

Fig. D

Features

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Cleaning

To clean the inside, use a soft cloth and a mixture of
one tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water.
Other cleaning solutions options are a mild soap
suds solution, or mild detergent. Wash glass 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.

Vacation Time

For short vacation periods, leave the control knob at
its normal setting. During longer absences;
(a) remove all foods,
(b) disconnect power cord from electrical outlet
(c) clean the freezer thoroughly, including drip tray

(defrost pan), located on the bottom of the unit.

(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 freezer 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 freezer. To avoid damaging the leveling
legs, turn them all the way into the base.

Some Important Rules for the
Correct Use of the Freezer

• Never place hot foods in the freezer.

• Never place spoiled foods in the cabinet.

• Don’t overload the cabinet.

• Don’t open the door unless necessary.

• Should the freezer be stored without use for long
periods, it is suggested that, 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.

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Care and Maintenance

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Frequently, a problem is minor and a service call may not be necessary, use this troubleshooting guide for
a possible solution. If the unit continues to operate improperly, call an authorized service depot or

Danby’s Toll Free Number for assistance.

Difficulty Possible Cause Suggested Solution

Does not work No power to unit Check connection of power cord to

power source.
Power cord is unplugged. Plug in unit.
Wrong voltage is being used. Use proper voltage.

Freezer runs continuously

Temperature too high. Lower temperature control.
Door is not closed. Close door securely.
Hot food inserted. Be sure that food is at room temperature

before inserting.
Door opened too long or Do not keep door open for too long.

too often. Minimize door openings.
Close proximity to heat source Do not place unit close to heat sources

or direct sunlight. or direct sunlight.

Internal temperature No power to unit. Check connection of power cord to
not cold enough. power source.

Power cord is unplugged. Plug in unit.
Temperature control too low. Check setting and increase as neeed.
Door is not closed. Close door securely.
Hot food inserter Be sure that food is at room temperature.
Door opened too long or Do not keep door open for too long.

too often. Minimize door openings.
Air flow obstruction. Allow room for air to circulate around unit.
Wrong voltage is being used. Use proper voltage.
Close proximity to heat source Do not place unit close to heat sources

or direct sunlight. or direct sunlight.

Care and Maintenance

LIMITED PRODUCT 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 or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.

TERMS OF WARRANTY

Plastic parts (ie. evaporator door, door rails, covers and trays are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided.

First Year

During the first year (1), any electrical parts of this product found to be defective, including any sealed system units, will be repaired or
replaced, at warrantor’s option, at no charge to the ORIGINAL purchaser. Consumable parts (ie. light bulbs) are not warranted or
guaranteed for any length of time.

To Obtain Service

Danby reserves the right to limit boundaries of “In Home Service” due to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any appliance
requiring service outside the Limited Boundaries of “In Home Service”, it will be the customer’s responsibility to transport the appliance
to the closest Authorized Service Depot at their own expense. Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your
nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualified service technician. If service is performed on
the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot, or the unit is used for commercial application, all obligations of Danby under
this warranty shall be at an end.

The following clause refers to single and double door refrigerators, supplied with or without a separate freezer section. Nothing within this warranty shall imply
that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other contents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its
use, whether proper or improper.

EXCLUSIONS

Save as herein provided, Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.), there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or
guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by Danby Products Limited or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or
guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly
excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A), shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or
property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the purchase of the unit, the
purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless Danby Products Limited from any claim for damages to persons or property 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:

1) Power Failure.

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 conditions,

(extremely high or low room temperature).

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes.

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

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.

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 Limited
PO Box 1778, 5070 Whitelaw Road,
Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9
Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Danby Products Inc.

PO Box 669, 101 Bentley Court,

Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45839-0669

Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

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Warranty Service

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Model • Modèle • Modelo

DUF408WE

For service, contact

your nearest service depot or call:

1-800-26 Danby

to recommend a depot in

your area.

Pour obtenir le service, consultez

votre succursale régionale de service

ou téléphonez:

1-800-26 Danby

qui vous recommandera un

centre régional.

Para sevicio, communíquese con su

Departamento de Servicios más

cercano o llame al:

1-800-26 Danby

para que le recomienden un

Departamento de Servicios

en su zona.

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

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

UPRIGHT FREEZER

The model number of your refrigerator is found on the serial plate located
on the back, top left-hand corner of the refrigerator.

All repair parts available for purchase or special order when you visit your
nearest service depot. To request service and/or the location of the service
depot nearest you, call the toll free number listed to the left in Canada and
the U.S.

When requesting service or ordering parts, always provide the following
information:

• Product Type

• Model Number

CONGÉLATEUR VERTICAL

Le numéro de modèle de votre réfrigérateur se trouve sur la plaque
d'identification qui se trouve sur le coin du haut gauche de l'arrière du
réfrigérateur.

Toutes les pièces de rechange sont disponibles immédiatement ou peuvent
être commandées de votre Centre de Service régional. Pour obtenir le
service et/ou le Centre de Service le plus proche, téléphonez le numéro
sans-frais indiqué à gauche pour le Canada et les États-Unis.

Ayez les informations suivantes à la portée de la main lors de la commande
de pièces ou service:

• Genre de produit

• Numéro de modèle

CONGELADOR VERTICAL

El número del modelo de su refrigerador se encuentra en la placa de serie
ubicada en el ángulo posterior superior izquierdo del refrigerador.

Todas las piezas de repuesto se encuentran disponibles la para compra o
por pedido especial cuando Ud. visite su departamento de servicio más
cercano. Para solicitar servicio y/o la ubicación del departamento de
servicio más cercano, llame al número de marcando gratis que aparece a
la izquierda en el Canadá y en los E.U.

Cuando solicite servicio o encargue repuestos, siempre proporcione la
siguiente información:

• Tipo de producto

• Número de modelo

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