Dawlance DW-58, Dawlance DW-68, DW-68 Operation Manual

DW-68
DW-58

ELECTRIC REFRIGERATOR

OPERATION MANUAL

CONTENTS

Thank you very much for buying this product. Before using your new
refrigerator, please read this operation manual to ensure that you gain
the maximum benefit from it.

• DESCRIPTION ...............................................................2

• WARNING.......................................................................3

• CAUTION........................................................................3

• INSTALLATION ..............................................................4

• OPERATION ...................................................................5

• STORING FOOD ............................................................6

• CARE AND CLEANING .................................................7

• WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE..... 7

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DESCRIPTION

1. Freezer light

2. Freezer fan

3. Freezer shelf

4. Ice cube maker

5. Ice cube box

6. Deodorizing unit

7. Freezer temp. control knob

8. Fresh case

The cover of Fresh case opens as the case is pulled.

9. Refrigerator fan

Prevents bottles,etc. from falling. Stick-type food
products can also be stored inside.

This refrigerator compartment is equipped with a spe­cial fan, that quickly and evenly cools the refrigerator
compartment should the inside temperature increase
when opening the door or for other reasons. During
normal operation the fan does not function.

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10. Refrigerator temp. control knob

11. Refrigerator shelf

(DW-68 ; 3 shelves, DW-58 ; 2 shelves)

12. Refrigerator light

13. Shelf

14. Vegetable crisper

Put the Vegetable crisper under the rail.

15. Divider

16. Evaporating pan & cover

17. Casters

18. Adjustable feet

19. Fan & light switch for freezer

20. Fan & light switch for refrigerator

21. Freezer pocket

22. Water supply cup

23. Magnetic door seal

24. Utility case

25. Egg holder

26. Free pocket

(DW-68 ; 2 pockets, DW-58 ; 1 pocket)

27. Bottle pocket

28. Bottle guard

rail

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WARNING

1. This refrigerator is airtight. TO PREVENT FATAL ACCI­DENTS TO CHILDREN, please completely remove the
door prior to discarding the refrigerator.

2. Highly volatile and inflammable materials such as ether,
petrol, propane gas, adhesive agents and pure alcohol
etc. are liable to explode. Do not store these materials
in the refrigerator.

3. To prevent damage to the outer cabinet, avoid contact
with lacquer, and paint, etc.

4. When cleaning your refrigerator, do not splash water
directly on the outer cabinet or the interior. This may
lead to rusting and deterioration of the electrical insula­tion.

5. When cleaning any areas adjacent to electrical compo­nents or replacing the lamp bulb, unplug the refrigera­tor first to prevent electric shock.

6. Should electrical components be accidentally immersed
in water, unplug the refrigerator, dry the parts and con­tact your nearest service agent.

7. When disconnecting the power plug, do not touch the
pin of plug. This may cause electric shock.

CAUTION

1. Do not touch the compressor unit or its peripheral parts,
as they become extremely hot during operation and the
metal edges may cause injury.

2. If the power supply is accidentally disconnected, please
wait for at least 5 minutes before re-connecting the
power, as back pressure in the compressor may trip
the overload relay.

3. Avoid removing food from the freezer with your bare
hands. Directly touching products stored at sub-zero
temperatures can result in frostbite.

4. To prevent accidental power disconnection, plug the re­frigerator directly to the source. Do not use a double
adaptor as loss of power could lead to the spoiling of
the stored food.

5. Do not place bottles in the freezer as they may crack
when frozen.

6. Keep the door securely closed. If the door is left ajar,
the controlled inner temperature will rise, resulting in
food spoilage and increase in electricity costs.

7. Do not install the refrigerator in a damp or wet location
as this may cause damage to the insulation and a leak.
Condensation may also build on the outer cabinet and
cause rust.

8. When installing or moving the refrigerator, make sure
that you do not nip or kink the power cord. Damage of
the power cord may cause electric shock or fire.

9. Do not use this refrigerator when the power cord or plug
is damaged, or the outlet attachment is loose, as they
may cause electric shock or fire.

8. This refrigerator is designed solely for the purpose of
storing foodstuff for domestic use in accordance with
the instructions given in this manual. Using the refrig­erator for other purposes might be harmful to persons
or property.

9. This refrigerator is not suitable for the storage of mate­rials requiring precise temperatures. Deterioration of
these materials will be dangerous.

10. Dust deposited on the power plug may cause fire. Wipe
it off carefully.

11. Do not attempt to change or modify this refrigerator.
This may result in fire, electric shock or injury.

12. Information regarding disposal of the appliance

Flammable insulation blowing gases should be dis­posed appropriately. Take the cabinet and doors to a
recycling plant for flammable insulation blowing gases.

13. The key should be kept out of the reach of the chil­dren, and not in the vicinity of the appliance, in order to
prevent the children from being locked inside.

10. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply by remov­ing the mains plug from the electricity supply socket.
Do not remove by pulling the mains lead. This may
cause electric shock or fire.

11. Make sure that you leave adequate ventilation space
around the refrigerator to prevent the compressor from
overheating and stopping. Please follow the instruc­tions given for installation.

12. The refrigeration system behind and inside the refrig­erator contains refrigerant. If this system is punctured
it could result in serious damage to your refrigerator,
therefore do not allow any sharp objects to come into
contact with the refrigeration system.

13. Should the flexible supply cord be damaged, it must
be replaced by service agent as a special cord is
required.

14. In case of gas leak, ventilate the area by opening a
window, etc. Do not touch the refrigerator or the power
outlet.

15. Do not place heavy or easily broken objects on top of
the refrigerator. Objects may fall when opening or clos­ing the refrigerator, causing injury.

16. Do not place objects containing liquid on top of the
refrigerator. Spillage may cause electric shock or fire.

17. Do not drop objects inside the refrigerator or strike the
inner wall. This may cause the inner surface to crack.

18. This refrigerator is not intended for use by young chil­dren or infirm persons without supervision. Young chil­dren should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the refrigerator.

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1.To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator, it is recom-

mended to provide space of 6cm on both sides and at the back,
and space of 9cm above the refrigerator.

Insufficient spacing

will decrease the cooling efficiency, resulting in unnecessary
consumption of electricity.

INSTALLATION

2.Using the two front Adjustable feet, ensure that the refrigerator is

positioned firmly and level on the floor.

3.Clip Evaporating pan cover (supplied inside the refrigerator com­partment) in position in front of the two Adjustable feet.

NOTE:

• Position your refrigerator so that the plug is accessible.

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Keep your refrigerator out of direct sunlight.

• Do not place next to heat generating appliance.

• Do not place directly on the ground. Provide suitable stand.

When transporting

Carry the refrigerator by holding the handles located
on the rear and bottom.

Adjustable
foot

Evaporating
pan cover

Before using your refrigerator

Clean the inside parts with a cloth soaked in warm
water. If soapy water is used, wipe it off thoroughly.

6cm

6cm

9cm

148 cm

135 cm

6cm

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OPERATION

CONTROLLING TEMPERATURES

The refrigerator controls its temperature automatically. However, if needed, adjust the temperature as follows.

Freezer compartment

• If the refrigerator is operated for a long time with FREEZER

TEMP. CONTROL set at 7(MAX), foods stored in the re­frigerator compartment may also freeze.

Refrigerator compartment

• If the refrigerator is operated for a long time with REFRIG­ERATOR TEMP. CONTROL set at 7 (MAX), foods stored
in the refrigerator compartment may also freeze.

• Low ambient temperature may cause placed foods to
freeze even if REFRIGERATOR TEMP. CONTROL is set
to 1 (MIN).

HINTS WHEN MAKING ICE

1.The included Water supply cup can be used to measure

the amount of water to pour into Ice cube trays. Pouring
too much water into the tray will result in the ice cubes
connecting to each other when frozen.

NOTE:

To prevent damage to the Ice cube box, do not
make ice in the Ice cube box or pour oil into it.

DEFROSTING

Defrosting is fully automatic due to a unique energy saving
system. Whereby the defrost cycle start time is proportional
to the running time of your refrigerator compressor, i. e.,
the less time the refrigerator compressor operates (during
the winter season or you’re away on holidays), the longer
the time between each defrost cycle.

Lever

Ice cube box

2.When the ice cubes are made, turn the lever clockwise

to empty the ice into Ice cube box.

7(MAX)

4(MED)
1(MIN)

For making ice rapidly or fast
freezing.

When frozen food or ice cream is
not stored.

For normal freezing.

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MED

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2

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5

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7

MAX
Coldest

REFRIGERATOR TEMP. CONTROL

FREEZER TEMP. CONTROL

MIN

MAX

MED

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2

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4

5

6

7

Coldest

DEODORIZING UNIT

A built-in unit which requires no manual operation because
it automatically starts operating when the refrigerator is
powered on.

Amount for both Ice cube trays

Amount for one Ice cube tray

7(MAX)

4(MED)

1(MIN)

For keeping foods fresher tasting. When the
refrigerator does not provide sufficient cooling.

For normal operation.

When the refrigerator provides excessive
cooling.

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STORING FOOD

Refrigeration reduces the rate of food spoilage. To maxi­mize the shelf life of perishable food products, ensure that
the food is of the freshest possible quality. The following is
a general guide to help promote longer food storage.

Fruit / Vegetables

To minimize moisture loss, fruit and vegetables should be
loosely enclosed in a plastic material e.g. wrap, bags ( do
not seal ) and place in Vegetable crisper. Those fruits and
vegetables with thick skins e.g. oranges do not require
wrapping.

Dairy Products & Eggs

• Most dairy products have a use by date on the outer pack­aging which informs the recommended temperature and
shelf life of the product.

• Eggs should be stored in the Egg holder.

Meats / Fish / Poultry

• Place on a plate or dish and cover with paper or plastic
wrap.

• For larger cuts of meat, fish, or poultry, place to the rear
of the shelves.

• Ensure all cooked food is wrapped securely or placed in
an airtight container.

NOTE:

• Evenly place the food on the shelves to allow the cooling
air to circulate efficiently.

• Hot foods should be cooled before storing. Storing hot
foods increases the temperature in the unit and increases
the risk of food spoilage.

• Do not block the outlet and inlet of the cool air circulating
circuit with foods or containers; otherwise the foods will
not be evenly cooled throughout the refrigerator.

FOR BEST FREEZING

• Quality of foods should be fresh.

• Freeze small quantities of food at a time to freeze them

quickly.

• Food should be properly stored or covered and the air
should be removed to seal tightly.

• Evenly place the food in the freezer.

• Label bags or containers to keep an inventory of freezing

food.

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Do not place food directly in front of
cold air outlet. This may lead to the
food freezing.

MILK

MILK

OUT

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WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Before you call for service, check the following point.

IT IS NORMAL for the refrigerator to produce the follow-

ing sounds.

• Loud noise produced by the compressor when operation
starts --- Sound becomes quieter after a while.

• Loud noise produced once a day by the compressor --

- Operating sound produced immediately after automatic
defrost operation.

• Sound of flowing fluid (gurgling sound, fizzing sound) --­Sound of refrigerant flowing in pipes (sound may become
louder from time to time).

• Cracking or crunching sound --- Sound produced by ex­pansion and contraction of inner walls and internal parts
during cooling.

• Squeaking sound --- Sound produced by expansion and
contraction of internal parts.

IT IS NORMAL that the outside of a cabinet may be hot

when touched. The hot pipe is in the cabinet in order to
prevent dew generation.

IF YOU STILL REQUIRE SERVICE

Refer to your nearest service agent.

CARE AND CLEANING

Some household cleaning chemicals may affect the
inside surfaces and plastic shelves resulting in split­ting or cracks occurring.

Evaporating pan & cover;

How to remove

1.Hold both sides of Evapo-

rating pan cover and an­gling upward.

2.Pull Evaporating pan out.

How to set

1.Put Evaporating pan on

Radiator plate, then slide
it in completely.

2.Fit the pawls of Evaporat-

ing pan cover into the
holes of the cabinet, then
push the cover to attach.

NOTE:

• Do not use polishing powder, benzine, hot water etc.

• If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not wiped

off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts can result.

• Wipe any food oils adhered to plastic components as they
can cause cracking of the plastic surface.

• The glass shelves weighs approximately 3kg each. Hold
firmly when removing from the cabinet or carrying.

If you switch your refrigerator off when you are going away
for an extended period, remove all food, clean the interior
thoroughly. Remove the power cord plug from the power
socket and leave all doors open.

1.Remove the shelves and pockets from the cabinet and

door. Wash them in warm soapy dishwashing water; rinse
in clean water and dry.

2.Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy

dishwashing water. Then, use cold water to wipe off soapy
water.

3.Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled.

4.Clean Magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and warm

soapy dishwashing water.

5.Evaporating pan should be removed and cleaned once

a year.

When cleaning all plastic parts inside this refrigera­tor, only use diluted dishwashing liquid(soapy wa­ter). Make sure that all plastic parts are thoroughly
rinsed with water after cleaning.

Switching off your refrigerator

Evaporating pan

Evaporating pan cover

Pawl

Hole

Replacing method of the lamp bulb

1.Unplug the refrigerator first to prevent electric shock.

2.Remove the light cover.

3.Replace the lamp bulb with same type.

Light
cover

Freezer : Base E12, MAX 10W, T-20
Refrigerator : Base E12, MAX 15W, T-20

Light
cover

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