CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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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 refrigerator thoroughly, including drip
tray (defrost pan), located on the bottom of the
unit.
(d)
leave door open to avoid possible formations of
condensation, mold or odors.
Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within an hour or
two and will not affect your refrigerator 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 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
cleaning, 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.
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
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED SOLUTION
1)
Unit does not work
• No power to unit.
• Power cord unplugged.
• Wrong voltage being used.
• Check connection of power cord to power
source.
• Plug in unit.
• Use proper voltage.
2)
Unit runs continuously
• Temperature set too high.
• Door is not closed.
• Hot food has been inserted.
• Door open too long/too often.
• Close proximity to heat source or direct
sunlight.
• Lower temperature control.
• Close door securely.
• Ensure food is room temperature before
insterting.
• Reduce frequency and duration of door
openings.
• Do not place unit close to heat sources or
direct sunlight.
3)
Internal temperature not
cold enough.
• No power to unit.
• Power cord unplugged.
• Temperature control too low.
• Door open too long/too often.
• Hot food inserted.
• Air flow obstruction.
• Wrong voltage being used.
• Close proximity to heat source or direct
sunlight.
• Check connection of power cord.
• Plug in unit.
• Check settings, adjust if necessary.
• Reduce frequency and duration of door
openings.
• Ensure food is room temperature before
inserting.
• Allow room for air to circulate around the
unit.
• Use proper voltage.
• Do not place unit close to heat sources or
direct sunlight.
