The Life of the Kitchen. _ U SE AN D CARE 36 INCH MANUAL REFRIGERATOR For use with models: EF36BNNF, IF36BNNF Style varies, model EF36BNNF Table of Contents Refrigerator Safety ......................................................... Important Information ..................................................... Before Use .................................................................... Refrigerator Operation .............................................. Care and Cleaning ...........................
To Our Valued Customer: Congratulations performance on your purchase of the very latest in Dacor * products! Our unique combination of features, style and make us The Life of the Kitchen =, and a great addition to your home. In order to familiarize yourself with the controls, functions and full potential of your new Distinctive Appliance, read this use and care manual thoroughly, beginning with the Important Safety Instructions section.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
Installer:Please leavethisguidewiththisappliance. Consumer: Please readandkeepthisuseandcaremanual for futurereference. Thisguideprovides properuseandmaintenanceinformation. Keepthisguideand the sales receipt andl or cancelled check together for future reference. Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service. Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase. If you have any questions, call: For warranty and service information, Dacor Customer Service (800) 793-0093 (U.S.A.
Setting the Controls The control panel is located at the top front of the fresh food compartment. ALERT FREEZER @ @ _NANGE @ @ @ @ @ REFRIGERATOR Initial Temperature Settings Temp Alarm Temperatures are preset at 38°F (3°0) in the fresh food compartment and 0°F (-18°C) in the freezer compartment. The display wilt show the average compartment temperatures, based on several measurement points within the compartment.
Setting the Controls (continued), Warm Cabinet Reset Filter At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch. This condition is normal and helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet. This condition wilt be more noticeable when the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings.
Crisper Drawers Wine Trivet/Can The crisper drawers provide a higher humidity environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage. The wine trivet/can rack accessory fits in the dell drawer or on a shelf. Controls Bottles or cans can be laid crosswise, or a single bottle may be laid in the center depression. The crisper controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer. Slide the control toward the FRUIT setting for produce with outer skins.
Fresh Food Storage (continued) Reinstalling the Drawer Front Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps humidity to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods (see page 5). 1. Slide the screws on the back of the drawer front into the slots in the drawer brackets on both sides. You may need to move the bottom of the bracket around slightly to get the slot to line up with the screw.
Frozen Food 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 page 3. A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least two-thirds full.
Water Filter Performance Data Particulate Class I and against NSF/ANSl 53 for the reduction of Cysts, Turbidity, Asbestos, Mercury, Lead, Benzene, ystem tested and Carbofuran certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Std 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor, p-Diclorobenzene, _1 Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Effluent Influent % Reduction Influent Parameter Challenge CNorine Concentration 2.0 mg/L + 10% Average Maximum 1.88 mg/L Min.
Normal Operating Sounds Improvements Jnrefrigeration design may produce sounds Jnyour new refrigerator that are different or were not present in an older model. These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that Js better at preserving food, is more energy efficient and is quieter overall. Because new refrigerators run quieter, sounds may be detected that were present Jn older refrigerators, but were masked by higher sound levels. Many of these sounds are normal.
Accessories Part Number Description Vertical stainless steel panel trim kit for model PF36 AFM36VSP Epicure black chrome trim style handle kit for Dacor EF36 and PF36 2 door models AFE36H2BC Epicure black chrome trim style handle kit for Dacor EF36 and PF36 3 door models AFE36H3BC Epicure brass trim style handle kit for Dacor EF36 and PF36 2 door models AFE36H2BR Epicure brass trim style handle kit for Dacor EF36 and PF36 3 door models AFE36H3BR Epicure chrome trim style handle kit for Dacor EF3
Changi ng,the Light Bulbs Prep, bsence NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size, shape and wattage (no greater than 40 watts). 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the light shield (on some models). Top of the refrigerator compartment: Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment release it from the light assembly.
Preparing for Vacation/Absence Prep ing to Move (Continued),, Upon Your Return After a short vacation/absence: 1. Reconnect the water supply and turn on the supply valve. 2. Monitor the water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary. Tip Over Hazard 3. Run 10-15 glasses of water from the dispenser to flush out the system. Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not completely installed. 4. Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm.
The refrigerator seems noisy Troubleshooting Guide Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations. • Buzzing maker. - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice Pulsating - fans/compressor mance. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice The water dispenser will not operate properly • Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. • Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. • • Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow.
Service LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY Getti The warrantor shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, including food or medicine toss. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Before you call for service, please review the Before You Call for Service section of this manual.
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