Dacor EF36 User's Manual
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3. Bottles or cans can be laid crosswise or a single bottle may be laid in the center depression Deli Drawer Tray The Deli Drawer tray allows for a removable tray within the full width storage drawer FREEZER COMPARTMENT UPPER Wire BASKET ACCESSORIES DANGER To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation risk do Ice Bin not remove the divider in the top freezer basket The ice bin provides storage for ice To Remove Turn off ice maker by rasing the ice maker arm see page 7 Lower Basket Divider Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to remove The lower basket divider allows the option to organize the basket area into sections To Install Slide upper basket into freezer Make sure that rear of basket To remove and replace divider hooks behind rail catch To remove pull divider straight up rungs To install hook top corners of divider over top horizontal basket ICE AND WATER Automatic Ice MAKER Connect the ice maker to the water supply as instructed in the installation instructions Proper water flow and a level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice maker performance Operating Instructions Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is down After freezer section reaches between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C ice maker fills with water and begins operating You will have a complete harvest of ice approximately every three hours n Allo
4. Please visit www dacor com to activate your warranty online WARRANTY INFORMATION clacar The life of the kitchen IMPORTANT Your warranty for this product CANNOT BE ACTIVATED until this form has been returned to Dacor If you have purchased more than one Dacor product Please return all forms in one envelope Please rest assured that under no conditions will Dacor sell your name or any of the information on this form for mailing list purposes We are very grateful that you have chosen Dacor products for your home and do not consider the sale of such information to be a proper way of expressing our gratitude Please Print or Type Owner s Name Last First Middle Street City State Zip Purchase Date Email Telephone Dealer City State Zip Your willingness to take a few seconds to fill in the section below will be sincerely appreciated Thank you 1 How were you first exposed to Dacor products Please check one only Cooking Show F Builder B Magazine Architect Designer Appliance Dealer Showroom Another Dacor Owner D Kitchen Dealer Showroom Model Home E Home Show J Other 2 Where did you buy your Dacor appliances A Appliance Dealer D Builder B Kitchen Dealer Other C Builder Supplier 3 For what purpose was the product purchased Replacement only C New Home
5. ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER Max CooL COLD When activated Max Cool causes the fresh food and freezer temperatures to drop to the minimum settings on the control This cools down the refrigerator and freezer after extended door openings or when loading the refrigerator or freezer with warm food Note When the Max Cool feature is in operation the W and pads for the refrigerator and freezer controls will not operate To activate press the Max Cool pad Max Cool will deactivate automatically after 12 hours OR press the Max Cool pad to deactivate the feature PREFERENCES Access the User Preferences menu to Change the temperature display from F to C Enable or disable audible alarms Activate the Sabbath Mode To access the User Preferences menu press and hold the Door Alarm pad for three seconds When in the User Preferences mode a short title for the feature will appear in the freezer temperature display and the feature status will appear in the fresh food display 1 Use the freezer up and down control to scroll through the features 2 When the desired feature is displayed use the fresh food W and control to change the status 3 When changes are complete press the Door Alarm pad for three seconds OR close the fresh food door TEMPERATURE DisPLav C Change the display to show temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius ALARM AL When the Alarm mode is OFF all audibl
6. and express why you are not pleased Normally they will be willing and able to resolve the problem If the service agency is not able to respond effectively call or write the DACOR Customer Service Dacor Customer Service 1440 Bridge Gate Drive Diamond Bar CA 91765 800 793 0093 626 403 3130 Monday through Friday 6 00 am 5 00 pm Pacific Time www dacor com Telephone Fax Hours of Operation Web Site Please include your telephone number if you choose to write We will then do our utmost to assure your happiness and satisfaction 19 What is Covered CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES DACOR REFRIGERATORS WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY One 1 year From the date of original retail purchase any art that fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge Ice Maker When purchased with the refrigerator and installed by the dealer the ice maker will be considered part of the refrigerator for warranty purposes LIMITED WARRANTY Major Refrigeration Components Second Through Fifth Year After the first year from the date of original purchase through the fifth year Dacor will repair or replace at its option free of charge for parts and labor only any part of the sealed refrigeration system consisting of the compressor evaporator condenser drier and connecting tubing and the cabinet liner exclusive of the door liner wh
7. by lowering the ice maker arm Discard ice produced within the first 12 hours at least the first three harvests PREPARING TO Move Follow the above instructions for long vacations absences through step 7 Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Tape the doors shut e Use an appliance dolly when moving the refrigerator Always truck the refrigerator from its side or back never from its front Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving 16 OPERATING SOUNDS Improvements in refrigeration design may produce sounds in your new refrigerator that are different or were not present in an older model These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that is better at preserving food is more energy efficient and is quieter overall Because new refrigerators run quieter sounds may be detected that were present in older refrigerators but were masked by higher sound levels Many of these sounds are normal Please note that the surfaces adjacent to a refrigerator such as hard walls floors and cabinetry may make these sounds seem even louder The following are some of the normal sounds that may be noticed new refrigerator Possible Cause Clicking Freezer control A clicks when starting or stopping compressor Normal operation Motorized device B sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and Normal ope
8. local codes and ordinances 3 sure to follow grounding instructions 4 Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure this appliance is properly grounded 5 Do not ground to a gas line 6 Do not ground to a cold water pipe 7 Refrigerator is designed to operate on a dedicated 115 volt 15 amp 60 cycle line 8 Do not modify plug on power cord If plug does not fit electrical outlet have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician 9 Do use a two prong adapter extension cord or power strip 10 Do not remove warning tag from power cord 11 Do not tamper with refrigerator controls 12 Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator unless specifically recommended in Use amp Care Manual or published user repair instructions Do not attempt service if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level 13 Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any service 14 Install refrigerator according to Installation Instructions All connections for water electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required 15 Keep your refrigerator in good condition Bumping or dropping refrigerator can damage refrigerator or cause refrigerator to malfunction or leak If damage occurs have refrigerator checked by qualified service technician 16 Replace worn power cords and or loose plugs 17 Always read and f
9. water and a soft clean cloth or sponge Anything other than a vacuum cleaner Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment Use warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth or sponge Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots Follow removal and installation instructions from appropriate feature section Allow items to adjust to room temperature Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge for cleaning Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices Rinse surfaces with clean warm water Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots A dishwasher 13 CARE AND CLEANING REMOVING FROM REFRIGERATOR WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning After cleaning reconnect power 1 Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFF 2 Disconnect power to the refrigerator 3 Clean the walls floor ceiling of cabinet interior drawers shelves and gaskets according to the instructions on page 13 4 Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush Let stand for 5 minutes Rinse surfaces with warm water Dry surfaces with a soft clean cloth 5 Wash and dry all bottles containers and jars Discard spoiled or expired items 6 Wrap or store odor causing foods in tightly sealed containers
10. L gt 99 99 gt 99 99 gt 99 99 155 MF L 1 MF L 1 MF L 299 99 299 99 0 0002 0 002 mg L 10 0 002 mg L 0 000 mg L 0 0001 mg L 98 72 96 50 0 0002 mg L 0 003 mg L 0 015 10 0 015 mg L lt 0 001 mg L 0 001 mg L 92 97 91 67 0 003 mg L Tested using a flow rate of 0 78 gpm pressure of 60 psig pH of 7 5 0 5 temp of 68 5 F 20 3 C Measurement in Particules ml Particules used were 0 5 1 microns NTU Nephelometric Turbidity Units SPECIFICATIONS Rated Flow 78 gpm 2 9 L min Min Op Temp 33 F 6 C Max Op Temp 100 F 38 C Min Op Press 35 psi 241 kPA Max Op Press 120 psi 827 kPA General Use Conditions Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs DO NOT use this product where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system System certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts USE ONLY WITH COLD WATER SUPPLY CHECK FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE STATE AND LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF ANSI Std 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor Particulate Class and against NSF ANSI 53 for the reduction of Cysts Turbidity Asbestos Mercury Lead Benzene p Diclorobenzene Carbofuran The AquaClean retractable water filtratio
11. UBES EVAPORATE Cold air moving over the ice cubes causes shrinkage especially with limited usage This is normal AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER NOT OPERATING Wire lever arm in up OFF position Water supply turned off Water pressure too low Freezer too warm Install filter or filter bypass FRONT CABINET SURFACE WARM TO THE TOUCH Special design to limit condensation during periods of high humidity 18 WARRANTY amp SERVICE Product Maintenance No maintenance other than the CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS identified in this Use amp Care Manual should be attempted by the owner operator All other maintenance and service must be performed by a qualified appliance technician If You Need Service First review the recommended checks listed in the preceding Before You Call for Service section Then be certain that the appliance has been installed properly and is being operated correctly Familiarize yourself with the warranty terms and conditions listed in the PRODUCT WARRANTY section If the above checks have been completed and the problem has not yet been remedied call your local authorized DACOR service representative Your dealer can normally provide the name and telephone number of the nearest service company DACOR works diligently to ensure your satisfaction when service is necessary However if you are not completely satisfied with the service provided contact the company that performed the service
12. clacar The life of the kitchen Part No 100501 12828170 Rev 36 Use amp CARE FRIGERATORS For Use With EF36 version P A IF36 version P A TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ccccccessecceecesseseceeceeseaeseeeeeseanes 1 2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER ccccsesescceeecesseceeeeceaceaseeeeeeeaneesses 3 4 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ccccceseseecceeeceaseeeeceeaceaseeceeeeanenenes 5 6 FREEZER COMPARTMENT aves cor VERTES D VERE HEY edd 6 IGE AND WATER inicie dea eo un ea v Eee rn exa ed va ue ra Re v 7 WATER FILTER decree D ei ede tle ee e ld i d e eei rx ada 8 PERFORMANCE 9 FOOD STORAGE TIPS x ceci ta t ret e recie a ret C d 10 12 CARE AND 13 16 OPERATING SOUNDS ianoaiiaea iida iiiaae 17 BEFORE You CALL FOR SERVICE ssccccceesceeeeeceeeesaeeeeeeeeeseaeneeees 18 WARRANTY amp SERVICE riii eta et b e erg ea a C e n 19 20 n order Dacor Customer Se Telephone Fax Web Site heryl Crowe performance make us the life of the kitchen The life of the kitchen To Our Valued Customer to familiarize yourself with the controls functions and full potential of your new d suggest that you thor
13. d in No power at the electrical outlet Circuit breaker tripped or house fuse blown Main power turned OFF Touch the ON OFF pad Check Sabbath mode setting RUNS TOO LONG TOO FREQUENTLY Today s energy efficient refrigerators are larger and require more running time to maintain stable temperatures Prolonged door openings Too many door openings Condenser needs cleaning The door not sealing due to a package or a container holding door open Warm room temperature NOISY OPERATION Cabinet not level Weak floor See Normal Operating Sounds ODOR IN CABINET Odor producing foods should be covered or wrapped Interior needs cleaning CABINET VIBRATES Cabinet not level Weak floor Improper installation MOISTURE ON INSIDE CABINET WALLS Can occur during hot humid weather with frequent or prolonged door openings Door not closed properly EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IN OR AROUND DELI DRAWER Food not wrapped properly Hot humid weather REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT TOO COLD Refrigerator temperature set too cold REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TOO WARM Refrigerator or freezer temperature set too warm Prolonged door openings FREEZER NOT FREEZING PROPERLY Products with high sugar content may not harden completely when frozen ice cream concentrated juice etc Do not store in door Adjust freezer temperature to a colder setting ICE C
14. d loss Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you WARRANTY amp SERVICE wae is Not Covered o RO Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following a Improper installation delivery or maintenance b Any repair modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer C Misuse abuse accidents or unreasonable use d Incorrect electric current voltage or supply e Improper setting of any control Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined Light bulbs Products purchased for commercial or industrial use The cost of service or service call to a Correct installation errors b Instruct the user on the proper use of the product c Transport the appliance to the servicer Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result of any breach of these warranties Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply 20 fold here NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO 4507 DIAMOND BAR CA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE ATTN WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT DACOR 1440 BRIDGEGATE DR STE 200 PO BOX 6532 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765 9861
15. djustable temperature control This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items beverages or miscellaneous items There is a divider to organize the drawer into sections if desired There is a temperature control which adjusts the amount of cold air allowed into the Deli Drawer The control is located on the right of the drawer under the lid Set the control to cold i to provide a normal refrigerator temperature Set the drawer on the coldest MAX COLD setting when a temperature colder than the main refrigerator compartment is desired Use the coldest setting when storing meats Notes Cold air directed to the Deli Drawer can decrease refrigerator temperature Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted Do not place leafy vegetables in the Deli Drawer Colder temperatures could damage leafy produce To Remove Lift lid Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt the drawer front up and pull straight out To Install Push metal glide rails to the back of the refrigerator Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer back until it falls into place To Remove Divider Pull drawer completely out and raise the front of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry and lift it out To Install Divider Hook back of divider over rear wall of pantry and lower into place REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ACCESSORIES Wine Trivet Can Rack The Wine Trivet Can Rack accessory fits in the Deli Drawer or on a shelf
16. e alarms will be disabled until the feature is turned on SaaBArH Mone SAB When the Sabbath Mode is ON all control lights and the night light will be disabled until the feature is turned OFF This feature does not disable the interior lights Press any pad to restore the control lights Warm CABINET SURFACES At times the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch This is a normal occurrence that helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet This condition will be more noticeable when the refrigerator is first started during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT SHELVES CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with food e Confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf e Handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change Your refrigerator has Spill proof Glass Shelves The Spill proof shelves have a spill retainer edge which allows for easier clean up and are equipped with a slide out feature To slide out grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward Push in the shelf to return to the original position To Remove a Shelf Slightly tilt up the front and lift up the rear of the shelf then pull the shelf straight out To Lock the Shelf Into Another Position Tilt up the
17. ems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they sit out for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so g LL children may not easily climb inside E Y muB This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against possible electrical shock hazards It must be plugged into a grounded receptacle Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug Do not use an extension cord Do not use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Power supply cord with three prong grounding plug Grounded type wall receptacle gound fault circuit not allowed IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce risk of fire electric shock serious injury or death when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions including the following 1 Read all instructions before using the refrigerator 2 Observe all
18. from the ice maker To avoid the ice maker dumping ice while the bin is removed turn the ice maker off by raising the icemaker arm To Install the Ice Bin Reverse the above procedure Turn the ice maker on by lowering the ice maker arm CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in This will help protect you from possible injury It will also prevent interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating element that releases the cubes Under certain rare circumstances ice cubes may be discolored usually appearing with a green bluish hue The cause of this unusual discoloration can be a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice maker Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health If such discoloration is observed discard the ice cubes and contact your dealer to purchase and install a water line filter e Water damage due to improper water connection may cause mold mildew growth Clean up water and ice spills to avoid personal injury and to prevent mold mildew growth Water Dispenser The Water Dispenser is located on the left side wall of the fresh food section This design is for cold water dis
19. front edge of the shelf Insert the hook into the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear Door STORAGE Dairy Center The Dairy Center provides convenient door storage for spreadable items such as butter and margarine This compartment can be moved to different locations to accommodate storage needs To use the dairy center raise the cover To Remove Raise the cover pull upward and tilt out To Install Slide the Dairy Center in and down until firmly seated in the door liner Door Buckets Door Buckets can be moved to meet storage needs To Remove Slide bucket up and pull straight out To Install Slide bucket in and down until firmly seated in the door liner Crisper Drawers The Crisper Drawers provide a higher humidity environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage Controls The Crisper Controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer Slide the control toward the Fruit setting for produce with outer skins Slide the control toward the Vegetables setting for leafy produce Vegetables Fruit To Remove Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out To Install Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into place Note For best results keep the crisper drawers tightly closed DEL DRAWER The Deli Drawer is a full width drawer with a
20. ich fail in normal home use All other costs including mileage transportation trip charge and diagnostic charge if required shall be the responsibility of the owner LIMITED WARRANTY AquaClean Water Filter if equipped 30 days From the original retail purchase date any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in workmanship or materials will be replaced free of charge LIMITED WARRANTY Other Parts Second Year Parts other than major refrigeration components which fail in normal home use during the second year following the date of original retail purchase will be repaired or provided free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor mileage transportation trip charge and diagnostic charge if required NOTE The full warranty and the limited warranties apply when the refrigerator is located in the United States or Canada Refrigerators located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranties only including parts that fail during the first year CANADIAN RESIDENTS The above warranties only cover an appliance installed in Canada that has been certified or listed by appropriate test agencies for compliance to a National Standard of Canada unless the appliance was brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY The warrantor shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages including foo
21. ion Service lowa State University 12 CARE AND CLEANING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning following After cleaning reconnect power e Read and follow manufacturer s directions for all cleaning products Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Do not place buckets shelves accessories in dishwasher Cracking or warping of accessories may result PART DO NOT USE EN CER Cabinet Interior Stainless Steel Doors and Exterior IMPORTANT Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products or non recommended products is not covered under this product s warranty Door Gaskets Condenser Coil Remove base grille to access Condenser Fan Outlet Grille See back of refrigerator Accessories Shelves buckets drawers etc Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Concentrated detergents or solvents Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart 1 liter warm soapy water Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Concentrated detergents or solvents Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Vinegar based products Citrus based cleaners Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Use warm soapy
22. ion and quality deterioration use aluminum foil freezer wrap freezer bags or airtight containers Force as much air out of the packages as possible and be sure they are tightly sealed Trapped air can cause the food to dry out change color and develop an off flavor freezer burn Overwrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed Loading the Freezer Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time This overloads the freezer slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods Leave space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less with door openings Refer to the Food Storage Chart on pages 11 12 for approximate storage times 10 Foop STORAGE Tips Food Storage Chart Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging storage temperature and the quality of the food when purchased FOODS REFRIGERATOR FREEZER STORAGE TIPS DAIRY PRODUCTS Milk and cream 1 week Not Check carton date Close tightly Don t return unused recommended portions to original container Don t freeze cream unless whipped Cream cheese cheese spread 1 to 2 weeks Not Wra
23. items in refrigerator to reduce time that door is open Be sure your doors are closing securely by leveling refrigerator as instructed in your installation instructions Clean condenser coils as indicated in the cleaning instructions every three months This will increase energy efficiency and cooling performance CARE AND CLEANING REPLACING LIGHT BULBS FREEZER SECTION WARNING 1 1 To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb After replacing light bulb reconnect power CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the 3 following Allow light bulb to cool 4 Wear gloves when replacing light bulb 5 FRESH Foon SECTION 1 Slide clear light shield toward back of compartment to release 6 from light assembly 2 Remove light bulbs 3 Replace with appliance bulbs no greater than 40 watts 4 Replace light bulb cover by inserting tabs on light shield into liner holes on each side of light assembly Slide shield toward front of refrigerator until it locks into place Do not force shield beyond locking point Doing so may damage light shield 15 Reach behind the light cover With firm pressure press forward on the notches at the back of the cover and pull down The cover will open from the back Remove the cover Remove light bulb Replace bulb with appliance bulb no greater than 40 watts I
24. n system uses an AFF3 replacement cartridge Timely replacement of filter cartridge is essential for performance satisfaction from this filtration system Please refer to the applicable section of your Use and Care Guide for general operation maintenance requirements and troubleshooting This system has been tested according to ANSI NSF 42 and 53 for reduction of the substances listed above The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in ANSI NSF 42 and 53 Foop STORAGE TIPS FRESH Foop STORAGE The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should be kept between 34 40 F 1 4 C with an optimum temperature of 37 F 3 C To check the temperature place an appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place in the center of the refrigerator Check after 24 hours If the temperature is above 40 F 4 C adjust the controls as explained on page 3 Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling Fruits and Vegetables e Storage in the crisper drawers traps humidity to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods see page 5 Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use bruised or soft items first Discard those showing signs of decay Always wrap odorous foods such as oni
25. nsert front tabs of light cover into slots in freezer liner and snap rear portion over light assembly until rear tab engages 5 gt CARE AND CLEANING PREPARING FOR VACATION ABSENCE CAUTION If your refrigerator has a dispenser and there is any possibility that the temperature can drop below freezing where the refrigerator is located the water supply system including the water tank and the water valve must be drained by a qualified servicer For short vacations or absences three months or less 1 Remove all perishables 2 If no one will be checking in on the refrigerator during your absence remove all frozen items also 3 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker e Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time After the last load of ice drops raise the wire shut off arm to the OFF position Empty the ice bin 4 If the room temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C follow the instructions for longer absences For long vacations absences more than three months OR if the room temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C 1 Remove food 2 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker e Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time After the last load of ice drops raise the wire shut off arm to the OFF position Empty the ice bin 3 If your refrigerator has a dispenser system with water filter remove the water filter ca
26. ollow manufacturer s storage and ideal environment instructions for items being stored in refrigerator 18 Your refrigerator should not be operated in the presence of explosive fumes 19 Children should not climb hang or stand on any part of the refrigerator 20 Clean up spills or water leakage associated with water installation SAVE AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER The control center is located at the top front of the fresh food compartment FREEZER RECOMMEND 0 F PRESS 3 SEC TO RESET LIGHTS FILTER ABSENT TEMP DOOR ICE RESET MODE ALARM ALARM COLD REFRIGERATOR PRESS 3 SEC TO SET PREFERENCES RECOMMEND 38 F amp v INITIAL TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Temperatures are preset at 37 F 3 C in the fresh food compartment and 0 F 18 C in the freezer compartment The display will show the average compartment temperatures based on several measurement points within the compartment Note Temperatures displayed may vary from set point due to door openings or during defrost Thermometers placed in the refrigerator may record a temperature slightly above or below the displayed temperature This is normal as the displayed temperature is an average TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENTS Allow the temperature to stabilize for 24 hours after loading the refrigerator before making any temperature adjustments The first touch of the up or down arrow shows the c
27. ons and cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other foods While vegetables need a certain amount of humidity to remain fresh too much humidity can shorten storage times especially leafy vegetables Drain vegetables well before storing Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use Meat and Cheese meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard cheeses Swiss Cheddar Parmesan Cut off at least an inch around and below the moldy area Keep your knife or instrument out of the mold itself Do not try to save individual cheese slices soft cheese cottage cheese cream sour cream or yogurt when mold appears Dairy Food Most dairy foods such as milk yogurt sour cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate immediately after purchasing and after each use FROZEN Foop STORAGE The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be kept at approximately 0 F 18 C To check the temperature place an appliance thermometer between the frozen packages and check after 24 hours If the temperature is above 0 F 18 C adjust the control as described on pages 3 A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least two thirds full Packaging Foods for Freezing To minimize dehydrat
28. onserving energy The Absent Mode indicator light will illuminate when the feature is activated To deactivate press the Absent Mode pad again OR open either door The indicator light will go out Assent Notes Door openings will not deactivate Absence Mode for approximately one hour after activation If vacationing for more than a few days see the Preparing for Absent section page 16 TEMP The Temp Alarm system will alert you if the ALARM freezer or fresh food temperatures exceed normal operating temperatures due to a power outage or other event When activated the Temp Alarm light will illuminate TEMP ALARM If the freezer or fresh food temperatures have exceeded these limits the display will alternately show the current compartment temperatures and the highest compartment temperatures reached when the power was out An audible alarm will sound repeatedly Press the Temp Alarm pad once to stop the audible alarm The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash and the temperatures will alternate until the temperatures have stabilized To turn off Temp Alarm press and hold the Temp Alarm pad for three seconds The indicator light will go off DooR ALARM DOOR The Door Alarm will alert you when one of the ALARM doors has been left open for five continuous minutes When this happens an audible alarm will sound every few seconds until the door is closed OR press the Door Alarm pad to deactivate the feature
29. oughly read this Use amp Care Manual beginning with rvice 4440 Bridge Gate Drive Diamond Bar CA 91765 800 793 0093 626 403 3130 Hours of Operation Monday through Friday esigned and manufactured with quality and pride W Valuable customer input helps us to continuously improve our products and services our Customer Service Team for assistance with any f your product support needs 6 00 A M to 5 00 Pacific Time www dacor com Director Customer Satisfaction Thank you for choosing Dacor for your home We are a company built by families for fa to serving yours We are confident that your new Dacor product will deliver high level Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest in Dacor products Our unique combination of features style and and great addition to your home dies prior to calling for so please feel free tO contact milies and we are dedicated of performance and IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installer Please leave this guide with this appliance Consumer Please read and keep this Use amp Care Manual for future reference This guide provides proper use and maintenance information Keep this guide and the sales receipt and or cancelled check in a safe place for future reference Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service If you have any questions call Dacor Customer Service 1 800 793 0093 U S A and Canada Monday F
30. ously for two minutes through dispenser until water runs steady During initial use allow about a one to two minute delay in water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill Additional flushing may be required in some households where water is of poor quality Replacing Water Filter IMPORTANT Air trapped in system may cause water and cartridge to eject Always dispense water for two minutes before removing the filter for any reason Use caution when removing 1 Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from filter head 2 Drain water from filter into sink and dispose of filter in normal household trash 3 Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial Installation steps 2 through 4 The filter should be changed at least every 12 months Important Condition of water and amount used determines life span of water filter cartridge If water use is high or if water is of poor quality replacement may need to take place more often To replacement filter cartridges or for service contact your local dealer or Dacor Customer Service 1 800 793 0093 U S A and Canada The dispenser feature may be used without a water filter cartridge If you choose this option replace filter with blue bypass cap Stwe of Calfeenia af Mealti Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 03 1583 Dui hawd I 2009 Du Revised I 2004 Iri pt Te
31. p tightly and cheese food recommended Cottage cheese 3 to 5 days Not Store in original carton Check carton date recommended Sour cream 10 days Not Store in original carton Check carton date recommended Hard cheese 1 to 2 months 4 to 6 months Wrap tightly Cut off any mold Swiss Cheddar and Parmesan May become crumbly Eggs in the shell 3 weeks Not Refrigerate small ends down recommended Leftover yolks or whites 2 to 4 days 9 to 12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozen add 1 tsp sugar for use in sweet or 1 tsp salt for non sweet dishes FRUITS Apples 1 month 8 months May also store unripe or hard apples at 60 to 70 F cooked 16 to 21 C Bananas 2 to 4 days 6 months whole Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Note ae Bananas will darken when refrigerated Pears plums avocados 3 to 4 days Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Note neni Avocados will darken when refrigerated Berries cherries apricots 2 to 3 days Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating 3 to 5 days 1 month whole Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Citrus fruits 1 to 2 weeks Not May also store at 60 to 70 16 to 21 If recommended refrigerated store uncovered Pineapples cut 2 to 3 days 6 to 12 months Will not ripen after purchase Use quickly VEGETABLES 1 to 2 days 8 to 10 months Do not wash before refrigerating Store in crisper Brussels sprouts broccoli 3 to 5 da
32. pensing only To Dispense Water Hold container under spout and press dispenser pad NS WATER FILTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION WARNING To avoid serious illness or death e Do not use refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after use of filter Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filter able cysts CAUTION After installing a new water filter always dispense water for two minutes before removing the filter for any reason Air trapped in system may cause water and cartridge to eject Use caution when removing The bypass cap does not filter water Be sure to have replacement cartridge available when filter change is required e f water filtration system has been allowed to freeze replace filter cartridge If system has not been used for several months or water has an unpleasant taste or odor flush system by dispensing water for two to three minutes If unpleasant taste or odor persists change filter cartridge Initial Installation The water filter is located in the upper right hand corner of the fresh food compartment 1 Remove blue bypass cap and retain for later use 2 Remove sealing label from end of filter and insert into filter head 3 Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops Snap filter cover closed 4 Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system Run water continu
33. ration out Air rushing or whirring Freezer fan C and condenser fan D make this noise while Normal operation operating Gurgling or boiling Evaporator E and heat exchanger F refrigerant makes this noise Normal operation sound when flowing Thumping Ice cubes from ice maker drop into ice bucket G Normal operation Vibrating noise Compressor H makes a pulsating sound while running Normal operation Refrigerator is not level See Installation Instructions for details on how to level your refrigerator RENE Ice maker water valve I hookup buzzes when ice maker fills with Normal operation water Ice maker J is in the ON position without water connection Stop sound by raising the ice maker arm to OFF position see page 7 Compressor H can make a high pitched hum while operating Normal operation Hissing or popping Defrost heater K hisses sizzles or pops when operational Normal operation 17 BEFORE You CALL FOR SERVICE FRESH FOOD OR FREEZER DOOR DIFFICULT TO OPEN Due to air flow between the compartments it may be difficult to open the doors for several seconds after one of them is closed DISPENSER WILL NOT DISPENSE WATER OR ICE SELECT MODELS A water filter or the filter bypass plug must be in place Door is open Water supply turned off Water pressure too low Lock switch on Ice jam in the dispenser cemaker not operating WILL NOT RUN Power cord not plugge
34. riday 6 00 am to 5 00 pm Pacific Time website www dacor com Have complete model and serial number identification of your refrigerator ready These numbers are found on a serial plate located on the right side of the refrigerator liner Record these numbers below for easy access Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase For service and warranty information see page 19 20 In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating an appliance Always contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand Recognize Safety Symbols Words Labels DANGER DANGER Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death WARNING WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage DANGER To reduce risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following IMPORTANT Child entrapment and suffocation are not probl
35. rtridge and install the filter bypass Dispose of the used cartridge 4 Turn the freezer control to OFF 5 Unplug the refrigerator 6 Thoroughly clean the interior of both compartments with a baking soda solution and a clean soft cloth four tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water 7 thoroughly 8 Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of mold and mildew Upon Your RETURN After a short vacation or absence For models with automatic ice makers or dispensers e Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary e Run 10 15 glasses of water from the dispenser to flush out the system e Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm Discard at least the first three ice harvests After a long vacation or absence e Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve e Plug the refrigerator back in and reset controls see page 3 Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary For dispenser models run water through the dispenser for at least three minutes with the filter bypass in place then install water filter see page 8 After installing the water filter run water through the dispenser continuously for at least two minutes or until water runs steady Initially you may notice a one to two minute delay in water dispersal as the internal tank fills e Restart the ice maker
36. to prevent recurring odors 7 Reconnect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator 8 Allow the refrigerator to cool 9 After 24 hours check if odor has been eliminated If odor is still present 1 Remove drawers and place on top shelf of refrigerator 2 Pack refrigerator and freezer sections including doors with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper 3 Place charcoal briquettes randomly on crumpled newspaper in both freezer and refrigerator compartments 4 Close doors and let stand 24 to 48 hours ENERGY SAVING TIPS Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves Overcrowding reduces air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to run longer Avoid adding too much warm food to refrigerator at one time This overloads compartments and slows rate of cooling not use aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling as shelf liners This decreases air flow and causes refrigerator to run less efficiently Afreezer that is two thirds full runs most efficiently Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room Avoid areas of direct sunlight or near heating ducts registers or other heat producing appliances If this is not possible isolate exterior by using a section of cabinet or an added layer of insulation 14 Clean door gaskets every three months according to cleaning instructions This will assure that the door seals properly and refrigerator runs efficiently Take time to organize
37. urrent temperature set point Subsequent touches of the pad raise the temperature set point or the W pad lowers the temperature set point The display will show the new set point for approximately three seconds then return to the actual temperature currently within that compartment Limit temperature changes to one degree at a time Allow the new temperatures to stabilize for 24 hours before making a new temperature adjustment Fast Ice FAST ICE When activated Fast reduces the freezer temperature to the optimum setting for 24 hours in order to produce more ice Note When the Fast Ice feature is in operation the W and pads for the freezer control will not operate FILTER When a water filter has been installed in the RESET refrigerator the yellow Alert light will illuminate when 90 percent of the volume of water for which the filter is rated has passed through the filter OR 11 months have elapsed since the filter has been installed RESET FILTER clacar The red Change light will illuminate when the rated volume of water has passed through the filter OR 12 months have elapsed since the filter was installed A new filter should be installed immediately when the Change light is illuminated After replacing the filter press and hold the Reset Filter pad for three seconds The Alert and Change lights will go off ABSENT The Absent Mode feature causes the freezer to MODE defrost less frequently c
38. w approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first harvest of ice Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to assure System is flushed of impurities Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm until click is heard ce maker will remain in the off position until arm is pushed down The first one or two batches will probably contain undersized and irregular cubes because of air in the supply line When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for several cubes to be joined together at the ends They can easily be broken apart The ice maker will continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes raises the ice maker arm shutting the ice maker off Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of the ice maker The motor may have a slight hum the cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage pan and the water valve may click or buzz occasionally If the ice is not used frequently the ice cubes will become cloudy shrink stick together and taste stale Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water Be sure to dry the bin thoroughly before replacing it Beverages and foods should not be placed in the ice storage bin for quick chilling These items can block the ice maker arm causing the ice maker to malfunction Turn off arm up the ice maker when the water supply is to be shut off for several hours To Remove the Ice Bin Pull it forward away
39. ys 8 to 10 months Wrap odorous foods Leave peas in pods cauliflower green peas lima beans onions peppers Cabbage celery 1 to 2 weeks Not Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate in crisper recommended Carrots parsnips beets and 7 to 10 days 8 to 10 months Remove tops Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate in turnips crisper Lettuce 7 to 10 days Not recommended POULTRY and FISH Chicken and Turkey whole 1 to 2 days 12 months Keep in original packaging for refrigeration Place in the Chicken and Turkey pieces 1 to 2 days Deli Drawer on coldest setting When freezing longer than two weeks overwrap with freezer wrap 11 continued Foop STORAGE Tips 000s REFRIGERATOR FREEZER STORAGE TIPS MEATS mm v mem Beef or lamb ground 1 to 2 days 3 to 4 months Fresh meats can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration Beef or lamb roast and steak 3 to 5 days 6 to 9 months Place in the Deli Drawer on coldest setting When freezing longer than two weeks overwrap with freezer wrap Luncheon meat 3 to 5 days 1 to 2 months Unopened vacuum packed luncheon meat may be kept up to two weeks in the Deli Drawer on coldest setting Veal 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Frankfurters 7 days 1 month Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and stored in the Deli Drawer on coldest setting Sources United States Department of Agriculture Food Marketing Institute Cooperative Extens
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