Magic Chef HMDR31 Series 3.1 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator User Manual

Magic Chef HMDR31 Series 3.1 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator

PARTS AND FEATURES

MODEL NO. HMDR310WE/HMDR310BE/HMDR310SE

1. Freezer Room
2. control knob
3. Lamp and temperature
4. Glass shelf
5. Crisper glass cover
6. Vegetable crisper
7. Wire rack
8. Lamp switch
9. Steel tube

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

ECIFICATIONS – MODEL# HMDR31GWE/HMDR31GBE/HMDR31GSE

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 Instructions. Installation
• To protect against electric shock do not place cord, plug or refrigerator in or other liquid. , , water
• 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 properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. working
• 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 of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. vicinity
• 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 damage the cooling system during the transportation and installation. not to
• To minimize the risk of possible ignition due to improper service or the incorrect parts, this unit must be serviced by factory authorized personnel only

!!SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!!

WARNING DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer

1. Take off the doors.
2. 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 qualified 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.

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.
  
  Three-pronged (grounding)plug
  Properly polarized and grounded outlet

• If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Before using the refrigerator for the first time, remove all of the packing materials, including the foam base and adhesive tape holding accessories in place.
2. The refrigerator should be located on a firm, flat surface that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded.
3. Choose a location that is not exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, heat sources such as a stove or radiator, or in a moist area. Do not choose a location where the temperature will go below 55°F as this could cause the refrigerator to not function properly.
4. Leave a minimum of ½ ” between each side of the appliance and the wall. top and back of the appliance should have a minimum of 1½” clearance. This allows for proper air circulation. This appliance is intended to be free-standing and should not be built-in or placed in a recessed area. The
5. The refrigerator legs must be adjusted during installation in order to function properly. The leveling legs on the front corners can be adjusted by turning clockwise to raise the appliance, and counter-clockwise to lower it. Be sure to have the appliance slope slightly backward to ensure that the door closes tightly.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. Plug into a grounded outlet or appropriate extension cord (see Important Grounding Instructions).

3. The temperature of the refrigerator can be controlled manually , with the control dial. However, the number shown on the knob does not directly represent the temperature. Instead, the larger the number is, the cooler the interior temperature will be. Change to “0″ stops the cooling but does not turn the power off. Turn the knob to setting 4 for normal use; turn it to setting 5-7 if a cooler temperature is required or to setting 1-3 when a warmer temperature is needed.

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

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

6. 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.

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

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”.

1. Remove food from the refrigerator and freezer compartment.
2. 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.
3. Turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet.
4. The defrosting process can take several hours. Open the door to speed up the process.
5. When defrosting is completed, wipe the compartment with a soft cloth to any remaining water. remove
6. Reset the refrigerator temperature, following the operating instructions on page 4.

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 reconnent 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.

VACATION

Before leaving on any vacation, remove food that could spoil while you are gone. If you plan to te 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

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

REVERSING THE DOOR

1. Top Hinge Cover
2. Top Hinge Screws
3. Top Hinge
4. Freezer Door
5. Cabinet Plugs
6. Fridge Door
7. Middle Plu
8. Middle Hinge
9. Fridge Door Plug
10. Middle Hinge Screws
11. Leveling Legs
12. Bottom Hinge Screws
13. Bottom Hinge

Do not tilt the appliance over 45°when reversing the door as possible damage to the sealed system may occur.

• Remove top hinge cover and 3 top hinge screws which are below it. Then top hinge. remove
• Remove Freezer door.
• Remove 2 cabinet plugs and 1 door handle plug.
• Remove middle hinge screws and middle hange.
• Remove the fridge door.
• Remove right and left leveling legs.
• Remove 3 bottom hinge screws and bottom hinge. MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
• Install right and left leveling legs. There are two holes below the refrigerator to fit the two leveling legs.
• Install the fridge door.
• Install the middle hinge on the other side.
• Install freezer door and fix the top hinge with 3 top hinge screws and fix hinge cover. the top
• Install the bottom hinge on the other side of the leveling legs with 3 bottom hinge screws.
• Adjust the leveling legs.

REPLACEMENT OF INTERIOR LIGHT

Uninstall the cover and replace the light with a screwing light (120V/10W). Refer to the illustrations and instructions below:

1. Move the lampshade 1.2~2 inches according to arrow point direction.
   

2. Take out the lamp shade.
   

3. Rotate and take out the bulb in counterclockwise direction.
   

4. Replace bulb and reinstall shade
   

INSTRUCTIONS FOR DOOR CLOSER

The left door closer

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The right door closer

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Tapping screws

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The door is set to open from the left side. If the door is switched to open from the right side, then please follow the below instructions:

1. Remove the tapping screws of the right door closer, and take out the right door closer.
2. Install the left door closer, and fix the door closer on the door through the tapping screws

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

• Not plugged in tightly

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• Unplug, wait 10 seconds, then plug in again

• Tripped circuit breaker of blown fuse

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• Rplace fuse or reset circuit breaker

• Problem with elec

• trical outlet

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• Consult with a

professional electrician

Refrigerator seems too warm/food 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 nothing inside 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

| ·This is normal

• Door opened too frequently

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• This is normal

• Door not closed tightly

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• Check to be sure nothing inside the refrigerator is preventing the door from closing

• 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

| · 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 touchina wall

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• Move the refrigerator away from the wall

The following are normal cinditions 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.

Limited 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.
addition,
MC Appliance Corporation warrants the compressor (parts only) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years. The consumer is responsible for all labor and transportation expenses related to the diagnosis Inand 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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MDR31GWE| One Year| Five Years| Carry In
MDR31GBE| One Year| Five Years| Carry In
MDR31GSE**| 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 or order parts.

CNA International, Inc. d/b/a MC Appliance Corporation. All rights reserved. Magic Chef® logo is a registered trademark of CNA International, Inc. www.mcappliance.com Printed in China

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