VISSANI HVDR31GSE 3.1 Cu Ft Compact Refrigerator

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We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Vissani through the purchase of this refrigerator. We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home. Visit us online to see our full line of products available for your home improvement needs. Thank you for choosing Vissani!

Safety Information

WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Important Grounding Instructions on page 3.
• Install or locate this refrigerator only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
• To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or refrigerator in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
• cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
• This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact your nearest authorized service facility or call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
• Do not cover or block any openings or air vents on this appliance.
• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this appliance near water. For example, do not use near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
• Do not locate this appliance near heat sources or open flames.
• Do not use or store gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a re hazard or explosion.
• Do not place heavy objects or magnet items on top of the refrigerator.
• The refrigerant of this product is R600a, which is flammable. Make sure not to damage the cooling system during the transportation and installation.
• To minimize the risk of possible ignition due to improper service or the use of incorrect parts, this unit must be serviced by factory authorized personnel only.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

!!SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!!

DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER

• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

REFRIGERANTS

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with a qualied disposal company for instructions.

IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. 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.

WARNING: Improper use of grounding 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.
• Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters.
  Three-pronged (grounding) plug

Properly polarized and grounded outlet

Warranty

MC Appliance Corporation warrants each new compact 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 from the date of purchase. A copy of the dated sales receipt or invoice is required to receive warranty service, replacement or refund.

In addition, MC Appliance Corporation warrants the compressor (parts only) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ve 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. In the event the unit requires replacement or refund under the terms of this warranty, the consumer is responsible for all transportation expenses to return the unit to our factory prior to receiving a replacement unit or refund. A copy of the dated sales receipt/invoice is required to receive warranty service, replacement or refund.

This warranty covers appliances in use within the contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. This 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.
• Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents.
• Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instructions on proper use of the product or improper installation.
• Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
• Failure of this product if used for other purposes than its intended purpose.
• Disposal costs for any failed unit not returned to our factory.
• Any delivery/installation 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 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.
• Refunds for non repairable products are limited to the price paid for the unit per the sales receipt.
• This warranty is non transferable. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and does not extend to any subsequent owner(s).

LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES AND EXCLUSIONS

Product repair in accordance with the terms herein, is your sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty. Any and all implied warranties including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. MC Appliance Corporation is not liable for incidental or consequential damages 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 the prior written consent of MC Appliance Corporation.
Some states prohibit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on implied warranties. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Model| Parts & Labor| Compressor (Parts Only)| Type of Service
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HVDR31GSE| One Year| Five Years| Carry-In
HVDR31GBE| One Year| Five Years| Carry-In
HVDR31GWE| One Year| Five Years| Carry-In

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Pre-installation

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

1. Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
2. Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
3. Bed and breakfast type environments;
4. Catering and similar non-retail applications.

PLANNING INSTALLATION

WARNING: Explosion Hazard. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

• The refrigerator should be located on a completely flat surface.
• Leave about 2 to 4 inches (5-10 cm) between each side of the appliance and the wall.
• Leave 12 inches (30 cm) between the top of the appliance and the ceiling.
• Choose a location which is not exposed to sunlight, high temperature or humid, as humidity may cause stain.
• The appliance can be adjusted by turning its two legs in the front of the bottom panel when it is unstable.
• Turning them in the clockwise direction can raise the refrigerator.
• The location should be firm and flat. An unsecure position may cause noise and vibration.
• The noise may be increased if the floor is not firm. Put a sheet under the appliance to solve the heat emission if you need to locate it onto a carpet.
• Make sure the adjustable legs are firm on the floor, and set the appliance slope backward slightly to keep the doors closed tightly.
• Make note of the position of the contents and retain packaging for future packing and moving.
• Do not lift by the door handle when moving the appliance.
• Do not tilt the appliance more than 45 degrees.
• Avoid strong vibration and collision.

TOOLS REQUIRED

• 2 Phillips screwdriver

• Flat head screwdriver

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

WARNING : Never touch the interior of the Freezer Chamber or frozen foods in the compartment with wet hands as this could result in frost bite.

Reversing the Door

1. Removing Top Hinge Hole Cover and End Cap Screw Cover

   • Remove one top hinge hole cover (A) and one end cap screw cover (B) with a flat head screwdriver.
   • Remove the door by pulling it.
     

2. Removing Top Hinge Cover and Top Hinge

   • Remove top hinge cover (C) with a flat head screwdriver.
   • Remove four top hinge screws (D) with a Phillips screwdriver.
   • Remove top hinge (E) with a flat head screwdriver.
     

3. Removing Middle Hinge

   • Open the refrigerator door, remove the middle hinge(F) with a Phillips screwdriver and put the middle hinge(F) and two xing screws(G) aside for preservation.
   • Remove the two screw hole caps(H) of the refrigerator middle beam and install them in the screw holes of the middle beam.
   • Remove the decorative cover(I) on the left.
   • Install the middle hinge(F).
     
     
     

4. Switching Bottom Hinge

   • Remove the leveling legs (H) by turning counterclockwise.
   • Remove three bottom hinge screws (F) with a Phillips screwdriver and then remove the bottom hinge (G) with a flat head screwdriver.
   • Install the bottom hinge (G) on the other side of the leveling legs (H) with three bottom hinge screws (F) by a Phillips screwdriver.
   • Install right and left leveling legs (H) by turning clockwise. There are two holes below the refrigerator to fit the two leveling legs (H).
     

5. Installing Door and Top Hinge

   • Install the door by gently pushing to the cabinet.
   • Install the top hinge (E) on the other side with four top hinge screws (D) by a Phillips screwdriver.
   • Install top hinge cover (C) above the top hinge (E)by pressing it.
     

6. Installing Top Hinge Hole Cover and End Cap Screw Cover

   • Install one top hinge hole cover (A) and one end cap screw cover (B) on the other side by pressing it.
     

7. Adjusting Leveling Legs

   • Adjust the leveling legs (H) by turning clockwise or counterclockwise.
     

Operation

• Leave some space between items inside for air circulation.
• Food should be kept in sealed packages to prevent drying or odor.
• Hot food should be cooled down before placing into the appliance. Otherwise, interior temperature and electric consumption will increase.
• Reducing the frequency of door opening can lower the electric consumption.

WARNING: Do not use any electronic equipment inside the appliance.

• Allow refrigerator to stand upright for 4 hours before using.

• Plug into a grounded outlet (see Important Grounding Instructions on page 3).

• The temperature of refrigerator can be controlled manually by the knob. However, the number shown on the knob does not directly represent the temperature. Instead, the larger the number is, the lower the interior temperature will be. 0 stands for off. Turn the knob to state 4 when it is normal used, turn it to the state during 4-7 if a lower interior temperature is required; contrarily, to the state during 4-1, when a higher one is needed.
  

• There should always be some space between food items inside for air circulation.

• Food should be kept in sealed containers to prevent odors or drying.

• Hot food should be cooled down before placing into the appliance to prevent increase in interior temperature and power consumption. Placing food inside too soon will impact the performance.

• Reducing the frequency of door opening can lower power consumption.

VACATION

Before leaving on any vacation, remove food that could spoil while you are gone. If you plan to be gone for an extended period of time, we recommend that all of the food should be removed from the appliance and it should be turned off and unplugged from the outlet. Clean the interior according to the directions provided in the Cleaning section of this manual, and leave the door open.

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

• Turn off the refrigerator and unplug from the outlet.
• Remove all food and securely tape down all loose items inside.
• Tape the door shut.
• Do not lift or pull the door of door handle during transportation.
• When moving, the appliance can not be tilted over 45 degrees as possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
• Take care to avoid strong vibration or impact to the appliance.

WARNING: Excessive Weight Hazard! Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury

Cleaning and Maintenance

CLEANING

• Interior
  • Clean the interior of the appliance with a mixture of warm water and baking soda, using about 1-2 tablespoons per quart of water.
  • Use a sponge or soft cloth and be sure to wring excess moisture out before cleaning around the controls.
  • Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
• Exterior
  • The exterior surface can be cleaned using warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
• Door Gasket
  • The door gasket must be kept clean to ensure a proper seal. Be sure to clean the gasket frequently, using the method described above.

DEFROSTING

Frost build-up on the walls of the freezer section will increase energy consumption and reduce the efficiency of the appliance. Defrost the freezer section whenever the frost reaches a thickness of ¼”.

• Remove food from the refrigerator and freezer compartment.
• If your model has a drip tray, be sure to place it under the freezer compartment to collect water. It may be necessary to empty the drip tray during the defrosting process.
• Turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet.
• The defrosting process can take several hours. Open the door to speed up the process.
• When defrosting is completed, wipe the compartment with a soft cloth to remove any remaining water.
• Reset the refrigerator temperature, following the operating instructions on page 8.

WARNING: Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove frost or ice from the surfaces of the freezer compartment. This can cause damage to the compartment walls and cooling coils, and will void the warranty.

POWER FAILURE

When a power failure occurs, the refrigerator can normally store food for several hours. Do not put additional food into the appliance during a power failure, and do not open door. Disconnect the plug from the outlet, and reconnect when the power has been restored. Always inspect for, and discard, any spoiled or thawed food in the refrigerator or freezer before resuming use of the appliance.

REPLACEMENT OF THE LED LAMP

• If the LED lamp is abnormal, consult a qualified electrician or serviceman, it should be replaced only by qualified service personnel.
• Do not dismantle and replace it privately in order to avoid damage.

WARNING: LED used a special specication of E14, can only be replaced by qualified personnel, prohibited to replace by user or replace other specifications.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

• Not plugged in tightly

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• Unplug, wait 10 seconds, then plug in again

• Tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse

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• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker

• Problem with electrical outlet

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• Consult with a qualified electrician

Refrigerator seems too warm/ refrigerator does not seem to cool|

• Temperature setting may be too warm

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• Lower the temperature setting

• Door opened too frequently

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• This is normal

• Door not closed tightly

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• Check to make sure that nothing inside the refrigerator is causing the door to not close

• Warm weather

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• This is normal

Compressor runs too long, or cycles on and off frequently|

• Hot weather

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• This is normal

• Door opened too frequently

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• This is normal

□ Door not closed tightly|

• Make sure that nothing inside the refrigerator is causing the door to not close

• Temperature control set at coldest setting

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• Adjust temperature to a warmer setting

• Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator

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• This is normal

Moisture forms on the outside of the appliance|

• This is normal during periods of high humidity

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• Wipe the surface dry using a soft cloth

• The door is slightly open

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• Close the door tightly

Moisture forms on the inside of the appliance|

• This is normal during periods of high humidity

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• This is normal

• Door is opened too long or too frequently

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• Do not open the door too long or too frequently

Vibration noise|

• Refrigerator is on an uneven surface

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• Adjust the leveling legs

• Refrigerator is touching the wall

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• Move the refrigerator away from the wall

The following are normal conditions that can be encountered during the operation of this appliance:

• The flow of refrigerant through the coils can cause a noise.
• The sides of the appliance may become warm as a result of the cooling function.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Vissani Customer Service
8 a.m. – 7 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., EST, Saturday
1-855-847-7264 (1-855-VISSANI)
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