Danby Refrigerator DPF074B1WDB User Manual

OWNERS USE AND CARE GUIDE  
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET SOINS DE PROPRIÈTAIRE  
GUÍA DE UTILIZACIÓN Y CUIDADO PARA EL PROPIETARIO  
FROST FREE REFRIGERATOR  
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR SANS GIVRE  
REFRIGERADOR SIN ESCARCHA  
Model • Modèle • Modelo  
DPF074B1WDB  
Danby Products Limited, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9  
26.06.14  
Danby Products Inc., Findlay, Ohio, USA 45840  
 
IMPORTANTꢀSAFETYꢀINFORMATION  
READꢀALLꢀSAFETYꢀINFORMATIONꢀBEFOREꢀUSING  
Please ensure that component parts shall be replaced with like components and that servicing shall be done  
by factory authorized service personnel, so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts  
or improper service.  
BEFOREꢀFIRSTꢀUSE  
GROUNDINGꢀINSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electri-  
cal short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical  
shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical  
current.  
Before connecting the appliance to an electrical power  
supply, let it stand for about 2 hours, which will reduce the  
possibility of malfunctions in the cooling system due to trans-  
port handling.  
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.  
Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially in the interior (See  
“Care and Maintenance” section).  
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD  
READ INSTRUCTIONSꢀBEFOREꢀUSE  
These instructions for use are intended for the user. They  
describe the appliance and the correct operating procedures  
for safe use.  
Use an exclusive 115V 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.  
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.  
IMPORTANTꢀWARNING!  
An empty refrigerator is a very dangerous attraction to children. Remove the gasket, latches, lids or doors  
from unused appliances, or take some other action that will guarantee the appliance harmless.  
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator:  
• Take off the doors.  
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb in.  
DON’T WAIT!ꢀDOꢀITꢀNOW!  
WARNING! EXPLOSION HAZARD!  
Risk of fire or explosion due to puncturing of refrigerant tubing. Do not use sharp objects to aid in defrost.  
Please handle with care. Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from the refrigera-  
tor. Use nonflammable cleaner.  
Disposal of this unit should be in accordance with federal and local regulations.  
SAVEꢀTHESEꢀINSTRUCTIONS!  
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IMPORTANTꢀSAFETYꢀINFORMATION  
READꢀALLꢀSAFETYꢀINFORMATIONꢀBEFOREꢀUSING  
Please ensure that component parts shall be replaced with like components and that servicing shall be done  
by factory authorized service personnel, so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts  
or improper service.  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
ENERGYꢀSAVINGꢀTIPS  
When throwing away an old fridge equipped with a door lock  
that cannot be opened from the inside, make sure that the  
lock is removed, disabled or destroyed before discarding.  
This will make it impossible for children to accidentally lock  
themselves inside the appliance and suffocate.  
Try not to open the door too often, especially when the  
weather is hot and humid. Once you open the door, close it  
as soon as possible.  
Every now and then check if the appliance is sufficiently ven-  
tilated (adequate air circulation behind the appliance.)  
The appliance must be properly connected to an electrical  
power supply (See: “Connection to Power Supply”.)  
Set the thermostat from cooler to warmer settings whenever  
possible (depending on how loaded the appliance is, ambient  
temperatures etc.)  
If the food has a strange smell or color throw it away  
because it is very likely that it is spoiled and therefore is  
dangerous to consume.  
Before loading the appliance with packages of hot foods,  
make sure that they are cooled to ambient temperature.  
(soups)  
Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply  
before cleaning the appliance and replacing the light bulb.  
Ice and frost layers increase energy consumption, so clean  
the appliance as soon as the frost layer is 3-5mm thick.  
WARNING: Repairs should be performed by  
qualified service personnel only.  
If the gasket is damaged or the door seal is poor, energy  
consumption is substantially higher. To restore efficiency,  
replace the gasket.  
Do not defrost the appliance with other electric appliance (for  
example a hair dryer) and never attempt to scrape/remove  
ice/frost with sharp objects. Use only enclosed tools or tools  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
Always consider instructions stated in sections ”Choosing the  
right location” and “Energy Saving Tips”, otherwise the  
energy consumption is substantially higher.  
The rating plate containing Model No/Serial No and other  
technical data specific to this unit, is located either inside the  
appliance or outside on the rear wall.  
DISPOSINGꢀWORN OUTꢀ  
APPLIANCES  
The refrigerator system of the appliance is filled with refrig-  
erant and insulating substances which should be separately  
treated and processed. Call your nearest authorized service  
agent or specialized servicing center. If you are unable to  
locate one, contact your local authorities or your distributor.  
Be careful not to damage the tubes on the rear wall of the  
appliance.  
SAVEꢀTHESEꢀINSTRUCTIONS!  
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INSTALLATIONꢀINSTRUCTIONS  
Remove exterior and interior packagings, wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm  
cloth. Avoid placing the unit in a narrow recess or near any heat source, direct sunlight, or moisture. Let air circulate freely  
around the unit. Keep the rear of the refrigerator 2 inches away from the wall.  
CHOOSINGꢀTHEꢀRIGHTꢀLOCATION  
BULBꢀREPLACEMENT  
1) Select a place with a strong, level floor.  
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall.  
Make sure the light bulb is cool before removing.  
Remove the screw that holds the light bulb cover.  
2) Allow 2 inches of space between the back of the refrigera-  
tor 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.  
Squeeze the tabs at the top and bottom of the light bulb  
cover simultaneously.  
Remove the light bulb cover.  
Unscrew the bulb.  
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 more frequently.  
Replace with a 10 watt bulb that is the same shape and  
size.  
Replace the light bulb cover.  
INSTALLATION  
Place the appliance firmly on a solid base. Some appliances  
have adjustable feet on the front side; use them to level the  
appliance.  
CONNECTIONꢀTOꢀPOWERꢀ  
SUPPLY  
Connect the appliance power cord to a properly grounded  
wall outlet. The required nominal voltage and frequency are  
indicated on the rating plate (inside the unit or on the exterior  
rear wall of the unit.)  
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FEATURES  
Freezer wire  
shelf  
Freezer door  
Thermostat  
control  
Refrigerator door bin  
Refrigerator  
glass shelves  
Refrigerator door  
Lower door bin  
Cover  
Levelling  
legs  
OPERATINGꢀINSTRUCTIONS  
TEMPERATUREꢀSELECTION  
The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “7,” the coolest  
setting.  
The range of temperature controls are from position “0,” or NO COOLING to “7,”  
the coldest. After 24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting  
that best suits your needs. The setting of “4” should be correct for home or office  
refrigerator use.  
NOTE:  
If the unit is unplugged, has lost power, or has been turned off, you must wait 3  
to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the refrigerator-freezer will not start.  
Turning the refrigerator temperature control to the “0” position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut off the power to the  
unit.  
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OPERATINGꢀINSTRUCTIONS  
INTERIORꢀLIGHT  
When you open the door the light will be ON automatically. When you close the door the light will turn OFF automatically.  
DEFROSTING YOUR APPLIANCE  
When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer compartment when the frost  
on the appliance walls is excessive or ¼ inch thick. There is no need to defrost the refrigerator compartment, because ice  
depositing on the inner back wall is defrosted automatically. Ice may deposit on the inner back wall during the compressor  
operation; later on, when the compressor is not operating the ice will defrost and the water drops collect and drain through  
the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor, from where is evaporates.  
How?  
CAUTION  
Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use a sharp or metallic instrument to  
remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and will void the warranty. We recommend using a plastic scraper.  
Reset the thermostat to the “0” position and disconnect the power supply.  
Remove the frozen food from the appliance and place it in a cooler to protect the food.  
Leave the door open for a while so that you can easily scrap off the frost.  
Use a plastic scraper but be careful not to damage the inner surfaces of the freezer.  
Wipe up the scraped off frost and ice before it is completely defrosted.  
FREEZING FRESH FOODS  
Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will  
substantially influence the quality of freezing the food or storing of the frozen foods.  
This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food.  
The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.  
Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods manufacturer’s instructions for a  
three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.  
Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the packet, carefully fol-  
low these instructions regarding storage times.  
Carefully select food you intend to freeze, it should be of adequate quality and suitable for freezing.  
Use correct packaging and wrap it tight.  
The packaging should be airtight and shouldn’t leak since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration of foods.  
Foils and bags should be soft enough to tightly wrap around the foods.  
When preparing foods to be frozen, consider sanitary precautions.  
Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading.  
It is extremely important that the food is frozen as quickly as possible.  
If the loading amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which affects the quality of frozen foods.  
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DOORꢀREVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS  
If you find the direction of opening the door on your appliance  
inconvenient, you can change it. Holes on the opposite side  
have already been prepared in the factory.  
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2
Tilt the unit slightly towards the rear and prop it securely. Two  
people are required to tilt the unit during the door reversal  
process.  
On the top of the unit, remove the 4 screw covers, then undo  
the screws underneath.  
3
Lift the top cover away from the fridge.  
unscrew  
4
5
Remove the three screws. Then remove the upper hinge that  
holds the door in place. Lift the door and place it on a padded  
surface to prevent it from scratching.  
180°  
Remove the bolt with a screwdriver and flip the hinge bracket.  
Then re-attach the bolt to the hinge bracket.  
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Take off the middle hinge by removing the screws. Then lift  
the lower door and place it on a padded surface to prevent it  
from scratching.  
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8
Move the hinge hole covers on the panel between the fridge  
and freezer from the left side to the right side.  
Remove the adjustable feet from both sides. Remove the  
screws and the bottom hinge.  
Unscrew  
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DOORꢀREVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS  
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Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin.  
Turn the bracket over and replace the hinge  
pin.  
Screw  
Unscrew  
10 Re-attach the bottom hinge bracket on the left  
side. Re-attach both adjustable feet. Re-attach the  
lower door in the proper position, by fitting it on the  
hinge.  
Screw  
11 Rotate the middle hinge by 180° and line it up on  
the left side in the appropriate position. Place the  
middle hinge pin into the upper hole of the lower  
door, and then tighten the bolts.  
Ensure the freezer door is aligned horizontally and  
vertically, so that the seals are closed on all sides  
before finally tightening the hinge.  
12 Re-attach the upper door. Ensure that the door is  
aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals  
are closed on all sides before finally tightening the  
upper hinge.  
screw  
13 Insert the upper hinge bracket and screw it to the  
top of the unit.  
14 Use a spanner to tighten it if necessary.  
15 Re-attach the top cover and then re-attach the  
screws which hold it in place.  
16 With the doors closed, check that the doors are  
aligned horizontally and vertically, and that the  
seals are closed on all sides before finally tighten-  
ing the bottom hinge. Re-adjust the leveling feet as  
needed.  
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CAREꢀANDꢀMAINTENANCE  
CLEANINGꢀTHE APPLIANCE  
Turn the temperature control to "0", unplug the unit, and remove the food and baskets.  
Wash the inside with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking  
soda to a quart of water.  
Wash the baskets with a mild detergent solution.  
The outside of the unit should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.  
CAUTION: Failure to unplug the refrigerator-freezer could result in electrical shock or personal injury.  
POWER FAILURE  
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your refrigerator-freezer if you  
minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take  
the proper steps to protect your food.  
VACATIONꢀTIME  
Short vacations: Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than three weeks.  
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean and  
dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary.  
IFꢀYOUꢀꢀMOVE  
Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the unit. To avoid damaging the leveling legs, 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.  
Never place spoiled foods in the refrigerator.  
Don’t overload the refrigerator.  
Don’t open the door unless necessary.  
Should the refrigerator be stored without use  
for long periods, it is suggested, after a careful clean-  
ing, to leave the door ajar to allow the air to circulate  
inside the unit in order to avoid possible formations of  
condensation, mold or odors.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Occasionally, 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  
1-800-263-2629 for assistance.  
PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
When the refrigerator does not work.  
Check to see if there is a power failure.  
Check if the power plug is plugged into the power outlet.  
Check that the fuse has not blown.  
When the refrigerator is cooling  
excessively.  
The temperature control dial may be set too high.  
If you place food containing alot of moisture directly under the cool air out-  
lets they will freeze easily. This does not indicate malfunction.  
When the refrigerator is not cooling  
sufficiently.  
The food may be packed too tightly together which will block the flow of  
cool air.  
You may have put something hot or a lot of food into the refrigerator.  
The door may not have been closed properly.  
The door gaskets may be damaged.  
The refrigerator may not be ventilated.  
There may be insufficient clearance between the refrigerator and the sur-  
faces.  
The temperature control dial may not be set properly.  
When the defrosting water overflows  
inside the refrigerator and onto the  
floor.  
Check that the drain pipe and the drain hose are not clogged.  
Check that the drain pan is housed properly.  
When condensation forms  
on the outside of the refrigerator.  
Condensation may form on the outside when the humidity is high such as  
during a wet season. This is the same result as the condensation formed  
when chilled water is poured into a glass. It does not indicate a failure.  
Wipe dry with a dry cloth.  
When you hear a sound like  
water flowing.  
If you hear a sound like “water flowing” that is the sound of refrigerant  
flowing. It does not indicate a malfunction.  
When the cabinet’s side  
panel heats up.  
The side panel of the cabinet will heat up when the door is opened or  
closed frequently, when starting the unit, and when the unit operates in the  
summer with high ambient outside temperature. In such cases, do not  
touch the panel. The longer the compressor runs, the warmer the sides  
will get on the unit and the longer they will stay warm.  
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LIMITED IN-HOME APPLIANCE WARRANTY  
This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship,providedthattheunit 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 Products Limited (Canada) or  
Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter “Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.  
TERMSOFWARRANTY  
Plastic parts, are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided.  
During the first twelve (12) months, any functional parts of this product found to be defective, will be  
First year  
repaired or replaced, at warrantor’s option, at no charge to the ORIGINAL purchaser.  
To obtain  
Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an Authorized  
service  
Service Depot. Any appliance requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service” ,it  
will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport theappliance(at theirownexpense)totheoriginal
retailer (point of purchase) or a service depot for repair. See “Boundaries of In Home Service” below.  
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 void.  
If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest  
Boundariesof  
service center your unit must be delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot, as service  
in-home service  
must only be performed by a technician qualified and certified for warranty service by Danby. Transpor-  
tation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are the responsi-  
bility of the purchaser.  
contents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.  
Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other  
EXCLUSIONS  
Save as herein provided, by Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or  
implied, made or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions,representationsor
guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any SaleofGoodsActorlikelegislation  
or statute is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall not be responsible for any damages to persons  
or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising fromthemalfunctionoftheunit  
and by the purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Danby 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,abuseormisuseof 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 (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).  
6) Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, acts of God such as hurricanes, floods etc.  
7) Service calls resulting in customer education.  
8) Improper Installation (ie. Building-in of a free standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for  
outdoor application). 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.  
Warranty Service  
In-home  
DanbyProductsLimited  
Danby Products Inc.  
PO Box 1778, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9  
PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio,U.S.A.45840  
1-800-263-2629  
Telephone: (519) 837-0920 FAX: (519) 837-0449  
Telephone: (419) 425-8627 FAX: (419) 425-8629  
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INFORMATION DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTE  
PRENDRE CONNAISSANCE DE TOUTES LES INFORMATIONS RELATIVES À LA  
SÉCURITÉ AVANT D'UTILISER LE PRODUIT  
Veuillez vous assurer que les pièces de rechange sont remplacées par des pièces similaires, et que l’entretien  
soit effectué par un technicien agréé par l’usine, afin de réduire le risque d’incendie à cause de mauvaises  
pièces ou d’entretien mal fait.  
MISEꢀÀ LA TERRE  
AVANT LA PREMIÈRE UTILISATION  
Cet appareil doit être mis à la terre. En cas decourt-circuit, la  
mise à la terre réduit les risquesde décharge électrique en four-  
nissant un échap-patoire au courant électrique.  
Avant de brancher l'appareil à l'alimentation électrique, lais-  
sez-le reposer pendant environ 2 heures, ce qui réduira la  
possibilité que le système de refroidissement présente des  
dysfonctionnements en raison de la manutention au cours du  
transport.  
L’appareil est muni d’un cordon électrique comprenant un fil  
de mise à la terre et une fiche de terre. Branchez la fiche  
dans une prise de courant correctement installée et mise à la  
terre.  
Nettoyez bien l'appareil, surtout à l'intérieur (voir la section  
relative à l'entretien).  
N’UTILISER JAMAIS DE FIL DE RALLONGE - Brancher le  
réfrigérateur à son propre circuit de 115V. N’utilisez pas de  
rallonge électrique pour brancher votre réfrigérateur. Ne  
branchez pas le réfrigérateur à une prise femelle multiple qui  
sera également utilisée pour d’autres appareils électriques.  
N’épissez pas le cordon électrique.  
MODE D'EMPLOI  
Ce mode d'emploi est destiné à l'utilisateur. Il décrit l'appareil  
et les procédures permettant de l'utiliser de manière sécuri-  
taire.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Une fiche de mise à la terre mal branchée peut entraîner un risque d’incendie, de choc électrique ou de  
blessures aux personnes qui utilisent l’appareil. Consultez un électricien ou un technicien qualifié si vous  
ne comprenez pas bien les instructions de mise à la terre ou si vous avez un doute quelconque sur la  
bonne mise à la terre de l’appareil.  
AVERTISSEMENT IMPORTANT!  
Un réfrigérateur vide peut représenter un attrait dangereux aux enfants. Retirer le joint d’étanchéité, les  
loquets, les couvercles ou portes des appareils ménagers inutilisés, ou prenez d’autres mesures qui  
assureront que l’appareil ne posera aucun danger.  
DANGER: Risque de piéger un enfant. Avant de mettre votre vieux congélateur ou réfrigérateur au rebut:  
• Enlever les portes.  
• Laisser les tablettes en place afin que les enfants ne puissent pas facilement y entrer.  
N’ATTENDEZ PAS! FAITES-LE IMMÉDIATEMENT!  
AVERTISSEMENT! DANGERꢀD’EXPLOSION!  
Risque d’incendie ou d’explosion causé par la perforation de tuyaux frigorigènes. Ne jamais utiliser un  
objet pointu pour assister au dégel. Manipuler avec soin. Garder les matériaux et vapeurs inflammables  
comme de l’essence loin du réfrigérateur. Utiliser un nettoyant ininflammable.  
La mise au rebut de cet item doit être faite selon les lois locales et fédérales.  
CONSERVEZ CESꢀINSTRUCTIONS!  
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INFORMATION DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTE  
PRENDRE CONNAISSANCE DE TOUTES LES INFORMATIONS RELATIVES À LA  
SÉCURITÉ AVANT D'UTILISER LE PRODUIT  
Veuillez vous assurer que les pièces de rechange sont remplacées par des pièces similaires, et que l’entretien  
soit effectué par un technicien agréé par l’usine, afin de réduire le risque d’incendie à cause de mauvaises  
pièces ou d’entretien mal fait.  
MESURES  
DE SÉCURITÉ  
CONSEILS RELATIFS AUX  
ÉCONOMIES D'ÉNERGIE  
Si vous avez acheté cet appareil afin de remplacer un ancien  
appareil muni d'une serrure de porte qui ne peut être ouverte  
de l'intérieur, assurez-vous que la serrure est retirée, désac-  
tivée ou détruite avant de jeter l'appareil. Ceci afin d'empêch-  
er les enfants de s'enfermer accidentellement à l'intérieur de  
l'appareil sans possibilité d'en sortir et d'être asphyxiés.  
Essayez de ne pas ouvrir la porte trop fréquemment,  
surtout lorsque les conditions météorologiques sont  
chaudes et humides. Une fois la porte ouverte, fermez-la  
dès que possible. Cela est particulièrement important si  
votre modèle est de type armoire.  
Vérifiez de temps en temps si l'appareil est suffisamment  
ventilé (si l'air circule bien derrière l'appareil).  
L'appareil doit être correctement branché à l'alimentation  
électrique. (Voir la section relative au branchement à l'ali-  
mentation électrique).  
Réglez le thermostat dès que possible pour que les  
paramètres passent d'une valeur élevée à moins élevée (en  
fonction du volume de l'appareil occupé par les aliments, de  
la température de la pièce, etc.)  
Si les aliments ont une odeur ou une couleur étrange, jetez-  
les car il est très probable qu'ils soient impropres à la con-  
sommation et il est par conséquent risqué de les manger.  
Avant de mettre au réfrigérateur des emballages contenant  
des aliments frais, assurez-vous qu'ils sont refroidis à la  
température de la pièce. (À l'exception des soupes)  
Débranchez toujours l'appareil de l'alimentation électrique  
avant de le nettoyer, de remplacer l'ampoule ou de tenter de  
le réparer.  
La présence de couches de glace et de givre augmente la  
consommation d'énergie; nettoyez l'appareil dès que l'é-  
paisseur de la couche de givre atteint 3 à 5 mm.  
MISE EN GARDE: les réparations doivent être uniquement  
effectuées par le personnel d'entretien agréé.  
Lorsque le joint d'étanchéité est endommagé ou que la  
porte ne ferme pas hermétiquement, la consommation d'én-  
ergie est considérablement plus élevée. Afin de rétablir l'ef-  
ficacité, remplacez le joint d'étanchéité.  
Ne faites pas dégivrer l'appareil à l'aide d'un autre appareil  
électrique (par exemple, un séchoir à cheveux) et n'essayez  
jamais de gratter ou d'éliminer la glace ou le givre à l'aide  
d'objets pointus. N'utilisez que les outils fournis ou recom-  
mandés par le fabricant.  
Il convient de toujours prendre en compte les directives fig-  
urant dans les sections relatives à “choix de l’emplacement  
approprié” et “aux conseils en matière d'économie d'én-  
ergie”, sans quoi la consommation d'énergie sera consid-  
érablement plus élevée.  
Le système frigorifique de l'appareil contient un fluide frig-  
origène et de l'huile; faites donc en sorte lorsque l'appareil  
est endommagé de le manipuler avec soin et de le jeter con-  
formément aux mesures de protection de l'environnement.  
(Voir la section relative au respect de l'environnement).  
ÉLIMINATION DES  
APPAREILS USÉS  
Le système frigorifique de l'appareil contient un fluide frig-  
origène et des substances isolantes qui doivent être trans-  
formés et traités séparément. Appelez votre réparateur  
autorisé ou centre de réparations spécialisé le plus proche.  
Si vous êtes dans l'impossibilité d'en trouver un, contactez  
les autorités ou le distributeur de votre localité. Prenez soin  
de ne pas endommager les tubes situés sur la paroi arrière  
de l'appareil.  
La plaque signalétique sur laquelle figure le numéro de mod-  
èle ou de série et d'autres données techniques propres à cet  
appareil se trouve soit à l'intérieur de celui-ci ou à l'extérieur  
sur la paroi arrière.  
CONSERVEZ CES  
INSTRUCTIONS!  
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CONSIGNES DE INSTALLATION  
Enlevez les emballages extérieurs et intérieurs. Essuyez complètement l’extérieur avec un linge doux sec et l’intérieur avec un linge  
humide tiède. Il ne faut jamais situer l'appareil dans un reocin étroit, proche d'une source d'air chaud. L'air doit circuler à l'entour de  
l'appareil. Éloigner l’appareil au moins 2 pouces du mur.  
CHOIX DE L'EMPLACEMENT  
APPROPRIÉ  
BRANCHEMENT À L'ALIMENTA-  
TION ÉLECTRIQUE  
1
Choisir une place qui a un plancher fort et à niveau.  
Branchez le cordon d'alimentation de l'appareil à une prise  
murale mise à la terre de manière appropriée. La tension et  
la fréquence nominales requises sont indiquées sur la plaque  
signalétique (à l'intérieur de l'appareil ou sur sa paroi arrière  
extérieure).  
2
Éloigner l'appareil de 2 pouces des murs arrière et de  
côte.  
3
4
Éviter les rayons de soleil et la chaleur directs qui peuvent  
affecter la surface en acrylique. Les sources de chaleur  
rapprochées augmentent la consommation d’énergie.  
CHANGEMENT DE L'AMPOULE  
Éviter les endroits très humides. L’humidité élevée dans  
l’air occasionne la formation rapide de gèle sur l’évapora-  
teur et le refrigerateur. Le refrigerateur devra être dégivré  
fréquemment.  
Débranchez le cordon d'alimentation du mur.  
Avant de la retirer, assurez-vous que l'ampoule a refroidi.  
Retirez la vis qui maintient le couvercle de l'ampoule.  
Pressez simultanément les onglets en haut et en bas de  
la couverture de l'ampoule  
Retirez le couvercle de l'ampoule.  
Dévissez l'ampoule.  
INSTALLATION  
Placez l'appareil de manière à ce qu'il repose de manière  
ferme sur une base solide. Certains appareils possèdent des  
pieds réglables à l'avant; utilisez-les pour mettre les  
appareils à niveau.  
Remplacez-la par une ampoule de 10 watts qui est de la  
même forme et de la même taille.  
Replacez le couvercle sur l'ampoule.  
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