Danby Contemporary Classic Compact Refrigerator Owner’s Manual

Danby Contemporary Classic Compact Refrigerator

Safety Instructions

ATTENTION

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical 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 the grounding plug 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 AN EXTENSION CORD
Use an exclusive wall outlet. Do not connect your refrigerator to extension cords or together with any other appliance in the same wall outlet. Do not splice the cord.

IMPORTANT WARNING
An empty refrigerator is a very dangerous attraction to children. Remove either the gasket, latches, lids or doors from unused appliances, or take some other action that will guarantee it is harmless.

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.

DON’T WAIT! DO IT NOW!

Installation

Remove the exterior and interior packings, and wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Avoid placing the cabinet in a narrow recess or near any heat source, direct sunlight, or moisture.
Let air circulate freely around the cabinet. Keep the rear of the refrigerator 5 inches away from the wall.

Location

1. Select a place with a strong, level floor.

2. Allow 5 inches of space between the back of the refrigerator and any adjacent wall.

3. Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating.
   Heat sources nearby will cause higher electricity consumption.

4. Avoid very moist places. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form very quickly on the evaporator, and your refrigerator will have to be defrosted very frequently.

Operation

To avoid vibration, the cabinet must be set level. To start the refrigerator, turn the temperature control to the position corresponding to the .desired cooling. The refrigerator temperature will vary depending on the quantity of food stored and on the frequency with which the door is opened. Turn the control to the “O” position to temporarily disconnect the cooling cycle. After defrosting and if the refrigerator has been left out of use for some time, set the control to the maximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the desired position. When the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open.

Note: Wait for 3 to 5 minutes before restarting if the operation has been interrupted.

Ice Cubes

Ice cube tray is flexible. Twist the tray to remove ice cubes. If the ice cube tray is frozen hard to the evaporator surface, run a little water over the tray. Never use a knife or other metal instrument to remove ice cube tray because this may damage the evaporator. (Fig. C)

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning
To clean the inside, use a soft cloth and a solution of a tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water, or a mild soap suds solution, or some mild detergent. Wash ice cube tray, drip tray, and glide out 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.

Defrosting

This refrigerator is equipped with a “Push Button” (semi-automatic) defrost thermostat system.To activate the defrost cycle, simply push (in) the red defrost button located in the center of the control knob/dial. (do not turn the control knob/dial to zero = off) The defrost cycle is initiated immediately. When defrosting is complete, the “Push Button” will release (pop- out) automatically and resume normal operating conditions at the same temperature setting.

NOTE: If the “Push Button” is activated (pushed-in) accidentally, it will not be possible to “manually” pull­out the push button.(deactivate the defrost cycle) You must either let the defrost cycle run its course or;

Apply (hold) a dishcloth soaked in hot water against the thermostat capillary line and bracket, located on the underside of the freezer compartment. The heat transfer from the dishcloth will cause a temperature rise on the thermostat capillary, (sensing line) causing the internal contacts to close. This will resume normal operating conditions.
It may take several minutes and/or repeat applications before the push button will release.

Defrosting of your refrigerator should take place whenever ice build-up inside the freezer compartment reaches 1/4″ (6mm) thick. Defrosting may take a few hours, depending on the amount of accumulated ice and ambient indoor temperature. To speed up the defrosting process, remove all frozen foods from the freezer section. Leaving the door partially ajar for a “short” period of time will also speed up the process.

IMPORTANT: You must remember to close the refrigerator door before the defrost cycle terminates and normal operating conditions resume automatically. The drip tray should be in a position directly below the freezer compartment to catch evaporated water during defrosting.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Never use sharp or pointed instruments to defrost/remove ice from the evaporator/freezer compartment. The evaporator/freezer compartment contains refrigerated gas lines and if accidentally punched/pierced. wi 11 renders the refrigerator inoperable and “voids” the manufacturer’s warranty.

DO NOT ALLOW THE REFRIGERATOR TO CO NTINUE OPERATION IF THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT IS PIERCED.

After defrosting is complete set the control to the maximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the desired position. When the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply and leave the door partially open. This help to reduce mold and mildew build-up
NOTE: Wait for 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to restart the refrigerator if the operation has been interrupted

If You Move
Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator. To avoid damaging the leveling screws. 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.
• Beverages should be stored in sealed containers.
• Foods to be stored for a long time should be wrapped in cellophane or polyethylene, or kept in glass containers. Never place spoiled foods in the cabinet.
• Don’t overload the cabinet.
• Don’t open the door unless necessary.
• Should the refrigerator be stored without use for long periods it is suggested, after careful cleaning, to leave the door ajar to allow the air to circulate inside,the cabinet in order to avoid possible formations of condensate, mold or odors.

Food Storage Suggestions

Fresh Food Compartment

• Never cover food compartment shelves with aluminum foil or any other shelf-covering material which may prevent air circulation.
• Always remove porous store wrapping paper from meats, poultry, and fish. Meats should be wrapped individually and placed in a dish for storage. Wrap fish and poultry in foil or heavy waxed paper. Most fish should be used on the same day of purchase. Packaged meats such as ham, bacon, dried beef, or frankfurter, store best in their original packages.
• Allow warm foods to cool to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.
• Always cover open dishes of food, especially leftovers. Use leftovers within 2 or 3 days.

Technical and Structural Operation Features

Hermetically sealed cooling unit with midget 2 pole motor. Rustproof anodized “Roll-Bond” aluminum freezer (or Pipe on Sheet aluminum freezer) of high thermal conductivity. Adjustable thermostat for automatic temperature control.
Cabinet bonderized and acrylic-enameled according to the most modern electrostatic spraying techniques. High-density polyurethane thermal insulation. Magnetic door closure gasket.

1. THERMOSTAT DIAL: For controlling the temperature inside the refrigerator. Turns the motor on as soon as the temperature rises above the desired level.
2. FREEZING COMPARTMENT WITH FREEZER DOOR: Separate freezer section holds ice cube tray and small items.
3. ICE CUBE TRAY: Ice cubes are easily removed from the tray. (Not Shown)
4. PLASTIC COATED SHELVES: Odor resistant, rustproof, and removable for easy cleaning. Full width for storing more.
5. DRIP TRAY: Catches the water that drips off the evaporator when defrosting.
6. MAGNETIC GASKET: Tight fitting door seal keeps all the cooling power locked inside. No hooks or latches.
7. BOTTLE RACK: For tall, medium, and large bottles, castor jars.
8. CANSTAR DOOR LINER: Holds 355 ml cans of pop, juice, or beer.
9. Egg Tray

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS SCR412W/BL

STEP 1: Fig 1

STEP 2: Fig 2
STEP 3: Fig 3
STEP 4: Fig 4

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO INFLUENCE ON THE OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE

PARTS LIST

PARTS| LIST|
---|---|---
Illus.| | | SCR412W| SCR412BL
No.| Description| | part No.| part No.

1

|

Egg Rack

| |

412.5

|

412.5

2| Upper Door Shelf Bar| | 412.1| 412.1
3A

3B

4

| Can Support(Chute Bar) Can Support

Middle Door Shelf Bar

| | 432.2A

432.2B

412.2

| 432.2A

432.2B

412.2

5| Lower Door Shelf Bar(2Litre)| | 412.3| 412.3
6| Door Gasket| | 432.4(LG)| 432.4(CG)
7| Door Hinge Cover Screw| | 054.8| 054.8
8

9A

9B

9C

| Door Hinge Cover

Top And Bottom Hinge Screw Lock Washer

Washer

| | 054.7(W)

054.10A

054.10B

054.10C

| 054.7(BL)

054.10A

054.10B

054.10C

10| Door Hinge| | 054.9| 054.9
11| Thermostat Box| | 432.12| 432.12
12| Self Tapping Screw| | 432.6| 432.6
13| Thermostat Knob| | 432.13| 432.13
14| Defrost Push Buttom| | 432.14| 432.14
15| Thermostat| | 432.15| 432.15
16| Bottom Hinge| | 432.17| 432.17
17| Washer| | 432.18| 432.18
18| Adjustable Foot| | 432.19| 432.19
19| Foot| | 432.21| 432.21
20| Fixed Foot Screw| | 432.22| 432.22
21

22A

22B

| Power Supply Cord Split Shelves(3) Full Size Shelf(1)| | 432.23

432.29A

432.29B

| 432.23

432.29A

432.298

23| Wire Clip| | 432.26| 432.26
24| Load Wire Clamp| | 432.27| 432.27
25| Self Tapping Screw| | 432.28| 432.28
26| Machine Screw| | 432.31| 432.31
27| Drip Tray| | 432.30| 432.30
28| Splice Box| | 432.32| 432.32
29| Evaporator Door| | 432.33| 432.33
30| Washer| | 432.34| 432.34
31| Ice Cube Tray| | 432.35| 432.35
32| Evaporator Door Grommet(2)| | 432.36| 432.36
33| Compressor Support| | 432.37| 432.37
34| Compressor Support Screw| | 432.38| 432.38
35| Compressor Bolt Washer| | 432.39| 432.39
36| Suction Tube Sleeve| | 432.40| 432.40
37| Spring washer| | 432.41| 432.41
38| Fixing Screw| | 432.42| 432.42
39| Compressor| | 432.43| 432.43
40| Overload Protector| | 432.44| 432.44
41| PTC Starter| | 432.45| 432.45
42| PTC Cover| | 432.46| 432.46
43| Relay Cover Retainer| | 432.49| 432.49
44| Dryer| | 432.47| 432.47
45| Evaporator Assembly| | 432.48| 432.48
46| Door| | 432.52(W)| 432.52(BL)
47| Door Liner(Can Stor™)| | 412.4| 412.4
48| Door Hinge Cover| | 432.54(W)| 432.54(BL)
| |

5

| |

Repair Parts

Models SCR412W/BL
PARTS NOT ILLUSTRATED

LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

This quality product is warranted to be free from the manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.
This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non- transferable.

TERMS OF WARRANTY

Plastic parts (ie. evaporator door, door rails, covers, and trays are warranted for thirty (30) days only from the purchase date, with no extensions provided.

2 Years

During the first two years (2), any electrical parts of this product found to be defective, including any sealed system units, will be repaired or replaced, at the warrantor’s option, at no charge to the ORIGINAL purchaser. Consumable parts (ie. light bulbs) are not warranted or guaranteed for any length of time.

Third Through Fifth Year

During the next three years (3) any part of the sealed system found to be defective (consisting of a compressor, condenser, evaporator, dryer, and all related tubing) will be replaced without charge. The purchaser shall pay for all labor and return freight during this three-year (3) period for repair or replacement of any sealed system components. Any unit being diagnosed as non- functional due to sealed system failure and warranting an exchange during the existing three (3) years will be subject to an appropriate depreciation or user fee, including any and all freight charges being levied against the consumer.

To Obtain Service

Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” due to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any appliance requiring service outside the Limited Boundaries of In Home-Service”. it will be the customer’s responsibility to transport the appliance to the closest Authorized Service Depot at their own expense. Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your nearest authorized Danby service depot. where service must be performed by a qualified service technician. If service is performed on the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot or the unit is used for commercial application, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be at an end.

The following clause refers to single and double-door refrigerators, supplied with or without a separate freezer section. Nothing within this warranty shall imply that
Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other contents of the  appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use,
whether proper or improper.

EXCLUSIONS

Save as herein provided, Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Product Inc U.S.A.) S.A there are no other warranties, conditions, representations, or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by Danby Products Limited or its authorized distributors, and all other warranties, conditions, representations, or guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations, or guarantees .,0 Jer any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Produts Inc. (U.S.A), shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless Danby Products Limited from any claim for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.

GENERAL PROVISIONS

No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

1. Power Failure.
2. Damage in transit or when moving the appliance.
3. An improper power supply such as low voltage, defective house, wiring or inadequate fuses.
4. Accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions,(extremely high or low room temperature).
5. Use for commercial or industrial purposes.
6. Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, acts of God such as hurricanes, floods etc.
7. Service calls result in customer education.

Proof of purchase date will be required for warranty claims; so, please retain bills of sale. In the event warranty service is required, present this document to our AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT.

Danby Products Limited
PO Box 1778, 5070 Whitelaw Road,
Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9
Telephone: 519-837-0920 FAX: 519-837-0449

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