Magic Chef MCAR170B User's Manual
Contents
1. Y mag ic Chef SORIGHT AT HOME 1 7CU FT REFRIGERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model No MCAR170W B To ensure proper use of this appliance and your safety please read the following instructions completely before operating this appliance Product Registration Copy Thank you for purchasing a Magic Chef product The first step in protecting your new product is to complete the product registration form on our website at www mcappliance com register The benefits of registering your product include the following 1 Registering your product will allow us to contact you regarding a safety notification or product update 2 Inthe event that warranty service is required registering your product will allow for more efficient warranty service processing 3 In the event of an insurance loss registering your product could act as your proof of purchase Once again thank you for purchasing a Magic Chef product TABLE OF CONTENTS NAMES OF THE PARTS SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cc c dicc ccc c c eee tees INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION v 2622006022000226 85 224 6026902022002083 OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL cocci cnceesriecnenrnaneraceoiensseseiatucmnntens CHANGING THE REVERSIBLE DOOR ToC Tee2. of this appliance This unit is not designed for use in a garage or any other outside installation Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas Plug the refrigerator into dedicated properly installed grounded wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized service center This unit is not designed to be installed in an RV or used with an inverter e After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet allow the unit to cool down for 2 3 hours under before placing food in the refrigerator or freezer compartment Electrical Connection WARNING w Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock If the power cord is damaged have it replaced by an authorized service center This refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety The power cord of this refrigerator is equipped with a three prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied This refrigerator requires a standard 115 120 Volt A C 60Hz electrical outlet with three prong ground This refrigerator is not designed to be used with an inverter The cord should be secured behind the refrigerator and not left expose
3. regulations when disposing of this product Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other refrigerator The fumes can create a fire hazard or an explosion Save these instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before Using Your Refrigerator Remove the exterior and interior packing Before connecting the refrigerator to the power source let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from improper handling during transportation Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth Cleaning instruction on page 9 Installing Your Refrigerator This appliance is designed to be free standing only and should not be recessed or built in Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the refrigerator which allows the proper air ventilation Adjust the feet to keep the refrigerator level Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sources of heat stove heater radiator etc Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption Ambient temperature below 50 F 10 C or above 85 F 29 4 C will hinder the performance
4. CT eee eee Ce eC AA dal d CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ccc ccc ccc cess eens eae VACATION TIME MOVING YOUR REPRIGERA TON a eaten terecretr aan ENERGY SAVING TIPS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE iin aumaseornavsuruncamsbesteseacenacesseeesescssoeteues REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY NAMES OF THE PARTS 1 Temperature Control Knob 2 Wire Shelves 3 Compressor back 4 Leveling Legs 5 Recessed Handle 6 Bottle Racks SPECIFICATIONS Model MCAR170W B Product Description Sen eee Model No MCAR170W B Unit Dimensions Width Height Depth inches 17 72 17 72 20 08 Net Weight Ibs 30 86 Ibs IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS N WARNING Y To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions Read all instructions before using the refrigerator DANGER or WARNING Risk of child entrapment To avoid the possibility of child entrapment please take the following precautions before throwing out the refrigerator Remove all doors from the unit Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the refrigerator Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants which under the guidelines of federal law must be removed before disposal of product It is the consumer s responsibility to comply with federal and local
5. NANCE Cleaning Your Refrigerator Upon installation of your new appliance it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly Unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all food content Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking soda solution The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water Be sure to keep the door gasket seal clean to keep the unit running efficiently The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth Vacation Time Unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all the food Clean the refrigerator Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation mold or odor Use extreme caution in the case of children The unit should not be accessible to child s play Short vacations Leave the refrigerator 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 or have the door removed Moving Your Refrigerator Unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all the food Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator Tape the doors shut Be sure the refrigerator stays in the upright position during tr
6. ansportation Energy Saving Tips The refrigerator should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts and out of the direct sunlight Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on frost build up inside the refrigerator Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily saving you the cost of a possible service call Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling for service PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Refrigerator does not operate Not plugged in The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse Compressor turns on and off frequently The room temperature is hotter than normal A large amount of food has been added to the refrigerator The door is opened too often The door is not closed completely The temperature control is not set correctly The door gasket does not seal properly The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances The refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time 4 hours a
7. ate of purchase In addition MC Appliance Corporation warrants the compressor parts only to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5 years The consumer is responsible for all labor and transportation expenses related to the diagnosis and replacement of the compressor after the initial one year warranty expires A copy of the dated sales receipt invoice is required to receive warranty service or a refund This warranty covers appliances in use within the continental United States Puerto Rico and Hawaii The warranty does not cover the following Damages due to shipping damage or improper installation Damages due to misuse or abuse Content losses due to failure of the unit Inside components such as door panels door shelves racks light bulbs etc Punctures to the evaporator system due to improper defrosting of the unit Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instruction on proper use of the product door reversal or improper installation Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers Failure of this product if used for other than for its intended purpose Disposal costs for any failed unit not returned to our factory Any delivery costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails to perform as specified Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance
8. culating throughout the system This is normal Vibrations Check to assure that the refrigerator is on a level surface Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor can adequately support refrigerator Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims under part of the refrigerator The refrigerator is touching the wall Re level the refrigerator and move it from the wall See Installation Instructions Moisture forms on inside refrigerator walls Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost build up This is normal Door is slightly open Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Open the door less often The door is not sealed properly Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Door is slightly open causing cold air from inside the refrigerator to meet warm moist air from outside The door will not close properly The refrigerator is not on a level surface The gasket is dirty 11 Y Magic Chef SORIGHT AT HOME Refrigerator Warranty Unless otherwise prohibited MC Appliance Corporation warrants each new Refrigerator to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part s at the company s option for any part s of the unit that has failed during the warranty period Parts and labor expenses are covered on this unit for a period of one year after the d
9. d or dangling to prevent accidental injury Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Do not use an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the performance of the unit If any problems with the appliance persist please contact our Customer Service Dept to consult with a representative at 888 775 0202 or visit our website to request warranty service at www mcappliance com OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Temperature Control To control the internal temperature adjust the control dial according to THERMOSTAT the ambient temperature or purpose of use paha The temperature control dial has 3 settings from the coldest MAX to the cold MIN OFF MAX NORMAL amp MIN The first time you turn the unit on set the temperature control to i NORMAL Lt After 24 to 48 hours adjust the temperature control to the setting that 4 best suites your needs by N Turning the control to the OFF position stops the cooling cycle but Basi does not shut off the power to the appliance If the unit is unplugged power lost or turned off you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit If you attempt to restart before this time delay the appliance will not
10. is located in a remote area where service by an authorized service technician is not available The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions Liability under this warranty is limited to repair replacement or refund If a replacement unit is not available or the unit cannot be repaired liability is limited to the actual purchase price paid by the consumer This warranty is non transferable This warranty applies only to the original purchase and does not extend to any subsequent owner s This warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied and no representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of this product Under no circumstances is the consumer permitted to return this unit to the factory without prior written consent from MC Appliance Corporation Model Parts Labor Compressor Part Only Type of Service MCAR170W One Year One Year Five Years Carry In MCAR170B One Year One Year Five Years Carry In For Service or Assistance please call 888 775 0202 Or visit us on the web at www mcappliance com to request warranty service 12
11. re required for the refrigerator to cool down completely Temperature inside the refrigerator is too warm Temperature control is set too warm Turn the control to a cooler setting and allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the door is opened Open the door less often The door is not closed completely The door gasket does not seal properly A large amount of warm or hot food might have been stored recently Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to reach its selected temperature The refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time 4 hours are required for the refrigerator to cool down completely Temperature inside the refrigerator is too cold Temperature control is set too cold Turn the control to a warmer setting and allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Temperature of external refrigerator surface is The exterior refrigerator walls can be as much as warm 30 F warmer than room temperature This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet Popping or cracking sound when compressor Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction comes on as in hot water pipes This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as refrigerator continues to run Bubbling or gurgling sound like water boiling Refrigerant used to cool refrigerator is cir
12. start Changing The Reversible Door Before reversing the door swing ensure the appliance is unplugged and empty Provide additional support for the doors while hinges are being removed Do not depend on he door magnets to hold the door in place It is recommended that two people perform this task DO NOT lay the appliance completely flat as this may damage the coolant system TOOLS REQUIRED e 10 mm socket screw driver Phillips style screw driver wann Unscrew the two screws and one nut from You will see the parts at the bottom the bottom bracket Remove the foot from Machine screws nut bottom bracket opposite side foot Slide the appliance door downward and Remove the plastic cover from door hinge move away from top hinge pin of the first Then unscrew the three screws from appliance top bracket and replace on the other side Screw the three screws to install the top bracket on top right side of appliance Slide the appliance door back on to the top hinge Making sure it s face up Then replace the plastic cover on the top bracket by clicking back into position of door hinge Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side Replace the other foot on the other side Flip the bottom bracket to the other side Check that the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the upper hinge Re adjust the leveling feet CARE AND MAINTE
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search