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Warranty and Service

Getting Help

Before you request service:

1.  Review Before You Call for Service section of this manual 

(page 12).

2.  Use the helpful tips found in our Troubleshooting Guide.
3.  Become familiar with the warranty terms and conditions of 

your product.

4.  If none of these tips or suggestions resolves your problem, call 

our Customer Service center at the number below.

Dacor’s Customer Service center is available  

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For warranty repairs or questions and for Dacor Distinctive 

Service (DDS) in the US and Canada

Phone: (800) 793-0093, extension 2822

Dacor Distinctive Service, DDS (U.S.A. and Canada)

For non-warranty repairs or questions in the US and Canada 

Phone: (800) 793-0093, extension 2813

Contact us through our web site at:

www.dacor.com/contact-us

Warranty

What is Covered

CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES DACOR REFRIGERATORS

 

WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE DISTRICT OF 

COLUMBIA AND CANADA:
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

The warranty applies only to the Dacor appliance sold to the first 

use purchaser, starting from the date of original retail purchase or 

closing date for new construction, whichever period is longer.
Warranty is valid on products purchased brand new from a Dacor 

Authorized Dealer, or other seller authorized by Dacor. If your 

Dacor product fails to function within one year of the original date 

of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship, Dacor will 

remedy it without charge to you.
All cosmetic damage (such as scratches on stainless steel, paint/ 

porcelain blemishes, etc.) to the product or included accessories 

must be reported to Dacor within 60 days of the original purchase 

date to qualify for warranty coverage.
30 day limited warranty on water filter. For 30 days from the date 

of purchase, when this filter is operated and maintained according 

to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Dacor 

will pay for replacement parts to correct defects in materials and 

workmanship.
Except as noted above, consumable parts such as filters and light 

bulbs are not covered and are the responsibility of the purchaser.

LIMITED WARRANTY

In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase, when 

this major appliance is operated and maintained according to 

instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Dacor will 

pay for factory specified parts and repair labor costs to correct 

defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration 

system. These parts are: compressor, evaporator, condenser, 

dryer, and connecting tubing.

LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE

Service will be provided by a Dacor designated service company 

during regular business hours. Please note service providers are 

independent entities and are not agents of Dacor.
Dealer display and model home display products with a 

production date greater than 5 years, products sold “As Is,” and 

products installed for non-residential use, which include but not 

limited to religious organizations, fire stations, bed and breakfast, 

and spas carry a one year parts warranty only. All delivery, instal-

lation, labor costs, and other service fees are the responsibility of 

the purchaser.
Warranty will be null and void on product that has altered, 

defaced, or missing serial numbers and tags.
The owner must provide proof of purchase or closing statement 

for new construction upon request. All Dacor products must be 

accessible for service.
Warranty is null and void if non-CSA approved product is trans-

ported from the U.S.A.

OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE DISTRICT 

OF COLUMBIA, AND CANADA:
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If your Dacor product fails to function within one year of 

the original date of purchase due to a defect in material or 

workmanship, Dacor will furnish a new part, F.O.B. factory to 

replace the defective part.
All delivery, installation, labor costs, and other service fees are the 

responsibility of the purchaser.

What is Not Covered

 

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Slight color variations may be noticed because of differences 

in painted parts, kitchen lighting, product placement, and other 

factors; this warranty does not apply to color variation.

 

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Service calls to educate the customer on proper use and care 

of the product.

 

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Service fees for travel to islands and remote areas, which 

include but not limited to, ferries, toll roads, or other travel 

expenses.

 

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Consequential or incidental damage, including but not limited 

to food or medicine loss, time away from work, or restaurant 

meals.

 

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Failure of the product when used for commercial, business, 

rental, or any application other than for residential consumer 

use.

 

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Failure of the product caused by improper product installation.

 

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Replacement of house fuses, fuse boxes, or resetting of circuit 

breakers.

 

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Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, flood, power 

interruption, power surges, or other acts of God.

 

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Liability or responsibility for damage to surrounding property 

including cabinetry, floors, ceilings, and other structures or 

objects around the product.

 

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Breakage, discoloration, or damage to glass, metal surfaces, 

plastic components, trim, paint, or other cosmetic finish 

caused by improper usage, care, abuse, or neglect.

Summary of Contents for Epicure EF36IWFSS

Page 1: ... D W10326953 Model EF36IWF Handle style varies Table of Contents Refrigerator Safety 1 Important Information 2 Before Use 2 Refrigerator Operation 2 Care and Cleaning 11 Before You Call for Service 12 Warranty and Service 14 Francis 17 Warranty Card Back Cover ...

Page 2: ... 2009 Dacor all rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator Failure to do so can result...

Page 4: ...are and Cleaning section Important information to know about glass shelves and covers Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pebble size pieces This is normal Glass shelves and covers are heavy Use both hands when rem...

Page 5: ...and water dispenser To access the main control menu press any of the four touch pads located on either side of the display Then touch the pad next to the desired option or user setting to access the various features IMPORTANT Press only the touch pads next to your selection on the display screen not the selection itself Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding food If y...

Page 6: ...pad next to Options 2 In each of the following screens continue to press the touch pad next to More Options until Max Cool is Off appears on the display 3 Press the touch pad next to Max Cool is Off to switch between ON and OFF Press the touch pad next to Done to lock in the desired setting and return to the main menu NOTE The Max Cool feature will automatically shut off in approxi mately 2 hours ...

Page 7: ...ch pad next to either Mettre En Français or Cambiar En Español Press the touch pad next to Confirm to lock in the setting and return to the main menu Temperature Display The temperature display preference allows you to change the control panel display from degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius 1 On the main menu press the touch pad next to User Settings 2 Press the touch pad next to Fahrenheit Is ...

Page 8: ...lace To remove the divider Pull the drawer completely out and raise the front of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry Lift it out To install the divider Hook the back of divider over the rear wall of pantry and lower it into place Refrigerator Operation Refrigerator Compartment Contiued Shelves Important information to know about glass shelves and covers Do not clean glass she...

Page 9: ...trols on page 3 Wait 24 hours between adjustments The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply Water softener chemicals such as salt can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice If a softened water supply cannot be avoided make sure the water softener is operating prop...

Page 10: ...ease it for 5 seconds Repeat until water begins to flow Once water begins to flow continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever 5 seconds on 5 seconds off for an additional 5 minutes This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system Additional flushing may be required in some households As air is cleared from the system water may spurt out of the dispenser NOTE After 5 minute...

Page 11: ...r you must reset the water filter status to turn off the message 1 On the main menu press the touch pad next to Options 2 In each of the following screens continue to press the touch pad next to More Options until you reach the Replace Filter screen 3 Press the touch pad next to YES to reset the water filter status Press the touch pad next to NO if you do not wish to reset the water filter status ...

Page 12: ... not necessarily in your water supply Performance may vary based on local water conditions Fibers greater than 10 um in length Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts Specifications Water Supply City or well Service Flow Rate 78 gpm 2 9 L min 60 psi Water Pressure 35 120 psi 241 827 kPa Water Temperature 33 100 F 1 38 C It is essential that operational maintenance and filter replacement...

Page 13: ...er the cleaner see www everythingdacor com IMPORTANT This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only Do not allow the stainless steel cleaner and polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces dispenser covers or door gaskets If unintentional contact does occur clean plastic parts with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth Care and Cl...

Page 14: ... fans The unit may run even longer if the room is warm a large food load is added doors are opened often or if the doors have been left open Before You Call for Service Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock WARNING The...

Page 15: ...e water A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals Water filter installed on the refrigerator Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing Flush the water system before using a new water filter Replace water filter when indicated See page 9 The water dispenser will not operate properly Refrigerator connected to a water s...

Page 16: ...stem These parts are compressor evaporator condenser dryer and connecting tubing LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE Service will be provided by a Dacor designated service company during regular business hours Please note service providers are independent entities and are not agents of Dacor Dealer display and model home display products with a production date greater than 5 years products sold As Is and prod...

Page 17: ...BILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN THE EVENT DACOR PREVAILS IN ANY LAWSUIT DACOR SHALL BE ENTITLED TO REIMBURSEMENT OF ALL COSTS AND EXPENSES INCLUDING ATTORNEY S FEES FROM THE DACOR CUSTOMER NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARE ...

Page 18: ...16 Notes ...

Page 19: ...RRANTY PROCESSING DEPT PO BOX 90070 CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91715 9907 NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS MAIL CITY OF INDUSTRY CA PERMIT NO 1600 POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE ...

Page 20: ...ne G Architect Designer C Appliance Dealer Showroom H Another Dacor Owner D Kitchen Dealer Showroom I Model Home E Home Show J Other 2 Where did you buy your Dacor appliances A Appliance Dealer D Builder B Kitchen Dealer E Other C Builder Supplier 3 For what purpose was the product purchased A Replacement only C New Home B Part of a Remodel D Other 4 What is your household income A Under 75 000 D ...

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