USE & CARE 36” R E F R I G E R ATO R S For Use With: EF36 version P-A IF36 version P-A TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................1-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER ...................................................3-4 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT.....................................................5-6 FREEZER COMPARTMENT ................................................................ 6 ICE AND WATER...........................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance. Consumer: Please read and keep this Use & 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 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 local codes and ordinances. 3. Be 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.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER The control center is located at the top front of the fresh food compartment. 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. 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.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER MAX COOL 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 and for the refrigerator and freezer controls will not operate. pads To activate, press the Max Cool pad.
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Crisper Drawers SHELVES The Crisper Drawers provide a higher humidity environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage. CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following: • Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with food. • Confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf. • Handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ACCESSORIES Wine Trivet/Can Rack The Wine Trivet/Can Rack accessory fits in the Deli Drawer or on a shelf. 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 fullwidth storage drawer.
ICE AND WATER AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER CAUTION 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. 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.
WATER FILTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION WARNING To avoid serious illness or death: • 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.
PERFORMANCE DATA Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Parameter Cholorine Effluent % Reduction USEPA MCL Influent Challenge Concentration Influent Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Min. Required Reduction – 2.0 mg/L ± 10% 1.88 mg/L <0.05136364 mg/L 0.06 mg/L >97.26 96.84 50% Taste and Odor – – – – – – – – Particulate** – at least 10,000 particles/ml 5,700,000 #/ml 30,583 #/ml 69,000 #/ml 99.52 98.94 85% Standard No.
FOOD STORAGE TIPS FRESH FOOD STORAGE FROZEN FOOD 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.
FOOD 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 Butter 1 month 6 to 9 months Wrap tightly or cover. Milk and cream 1 week Not recommended Check carton date. Close tightly. Don’t return unused portions to original container. Don’t freeze cream unless whipped.
FOOD STORAGE TIPS FOODS REFRIGERATOR FREEZER STORAGE TIPS MEATS Bacon 7 days 1 month 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.
CARE AND CLEANING WARNING CAUTION To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, reconnect power. Refrigerator Cleaning Chart PART To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following: • Read and follow manufacturer’s directions for all cleaning products. • Do not place buckets, shelves or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or warping of accessories may result.
CARE AND REMOVING ODORS REFRIGERATOR CLEANING FROM 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.
CARE AND CLEANING FREEZER SECTION REPLACING LIGHT BULBS WARNING 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. 1. Reach behind the light cover. 2. With firm pressure, press forward on the notches at the back of the cover and pull down. The cover will open from the back. 3. Remove the cover. 4. Remove light bulb. 5.
CARE AND PREPARING FOR CLEANING VACATION/ABSENCE UPON YOUR RETURN CAUTION After a short vacation or absence: 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. 3. 4.
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.
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. REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TOO WARM. • Refrigerator or freezer temperature set too warm. • Prolonged door openings. 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.
WARRANTY & SERVICE Product Maintenance What is Covered No maintenance, other than the CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS identified in this Use & Care Manual, should be attempted by the owner/operator. All other maintenance and service must be performed by a qualified appliance technician. CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES DACOR REFRIGERATORS WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A.
WARRANTY & SERVICE What is Not Covered 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 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.
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