Dacor BUILT-IN Refrigerators, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT 5 FooDSAVER TM STORAGE DRAWERS 6 7 DOOR STORAGE 7 8 FREEZER COMPARTMENT 8 AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER 9 AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER AND WATER DISPENSER 10 WATER FILTER 11 PERFORMANCE DATA 12 FOODSTORAGE TIPS 13 15 MAINTENANCE 16 17 CARE AND CLEANING 18 19 OPERATING SOUNDS 20 BEFORE YOUCALL FOR SERVICE 21 WARRANTY _ SERVICE 23 24 Part No 100499 12988901 Rev A ...

Page 2: ... check the PROBLEM SOLVING section in this manual This section contains a checklist of possible problems and solutions that may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call If you cannot readily find the solution to the problem please contact your nearest DACOR Authorized Service Representative In the unlikely event they are unable to solve your problem to your satisfaction please ...

Page 3: ...sary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating an appliance This appliance is equipped with a three p...

Page 4: ...l level 13 Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any service Prior to changing hght bulbs or other servicing the Main Power switch in the upper machine compartment must be switched to OFF or O 14 Install refrigerator accordtng to Installation Instructions All connecttons for water electncal power and groundtng must comply wtth local codes and be made by hcensed pe...

Page 5: ... wilt flash in the display for 15 seconds then the Mode key wilt stay dimly lit and all of the lights will be disabled MODE All functions wilt operate per their most recent setting The defrost cycle wilt be on a set 6 hour cycle The adaptive defrost is not active in the Sabbath setting If there is a power outage while in the Sabbath mode the refrigerator will return to Sabbath mode when the power ...

Page 6: ...en a water filter has been installed It wilt not illuminate when the filter bypass is in place see page 11 for information on installation of the water filter or bypass Press the Door Alarm pad to deactivate Press again to WATER FILTER Touch the RESET pad to enable this feature The RESET pad will illuminate After a power outage or interruption touch the RESET pad once to resume displaying the curr...

Page 7: ...of the shelf then pull the shelf straight out Tilt the drawer front up slide the drawer back into place until the bar rests in the slot at the bottom front of the drawer Close the drawer To Lock the Shelf Into Another Position Tilt up the front edge of the shelf To Remove the Storage Drawer Frame Remove drawer Insert the hooks into the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place Be ...

Page 8: ...ners or sealed bags to contain any juices Clean up spills immediately then disinfect Select the PRODUCE setting when storing a mixed load of fresh fruits and vegetables such as Apples Broccoli Green onions Asparagus Nectarines Kiwi fruit Radishes Spinach Cabbage Celery Romaine Leeks Carrots Cherries Herbs Lettuce Strawberries Bagged pre cut Cauliflower salads and Peaches vegetables Select the CITR...

Page 9: ...drawer front Close the drawer The Automatic Humidity Control system features a unique patented material called Shape Memory Polymer SMP that when laminated to fabric becomes DIAPLEX DIAPLEX is manufactured by Mitsubishi the _nteHigent Texture DOOR STORAGE ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS Fresh Food and Freezer DAIRY COMPARTMENT Fresh Food Compartment The door bins can be moved to best suit your storage needs ...

Page 10: ...the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place Reach into the drawer compartment and move the wire lever arm on the icemaker into the up OFF position Lift the front of the drawer up Pull the drawer completely out Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear To Replace WIRE FREEZER BASKET To toad or retrieve items from a freezer basket pull the drawer forward To Remove Pull out ...

Page 11: ...ands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrugerator usplugged in This wnll help protect you from possible unjury It wnll also prevent interference wnth mowng parts of the ejector mechanusm and the heating element that releases the cubes Under certain rare circumstances ice cubes may be discolored usually appearung wuth a green bluish hue The cause of thus unusual dnscoloratuon can be...

Page 12: ... the dispenser light automatically illuminates To manually turn the light on touch the _ pad To turn the light off touch the pad again DISPENSER LOCK To interrupt power to the water and ice dispenser so it cannot be used touch the _ pad 3 times within 10 seconds The lock pad is illuminated when the dispenser is locked Touch the pad 3 times within 10 seconds again to unlock the ice and water servic...

Page 13: ... the first 12 hours at least the first three harvests REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE 1 Twist the filter cartridge 1 4 turn counterclockwise to disengage from the head Twist gently until the cartridge is free from the head but DO NOT pull 2 Carefully remove the replacement filter from its packaging 3 Follow steps 4 through 9 under Initial Filter Cartridge Installation Note Filter life may be affect...

Page 14: ... sure to have replacement cartridge available when filter change is required If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze replace filter cartndge If system has not been used for several months or water has an unpleasant taste or odor flush system by dispensing water for two to three minutes If unpleasant taste or odor persists change filter cartridge To avoid serious illness or death SPEC...

Page 15: ...h care Even a minor bruise can promote decay and result in premature quality loss Wrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage Wait to wash and cut up fresh fruits and vegetables until right before use Washing can strip away natural protection while cutting initiates enzyme activity Both factors can have a negative effect upon shelf life Wash all fresh fruits and vegetables at the time of use eve...

Page 16: ...rating Note peeled Bananas will darken when refrigerated Pears plums avocados 3 to 4 days Not Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Note recommended Avocados will darken when refrigerated Berries cherries apricots 2 to 3 days 6 months Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Grapes 3 to 5 days 1 month whole Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Citrus fruits 1 to 2 weeks No...

Page 17: ...lices 3 days 1 to 2 months Luncheon meat 3 to 5 days 1 to 2 months Unopened vacuum packed luncheon meat may be kept up to two weeks in the FoodSaver TM drawer on meat setting Pork roasts 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Pork chops 3 to 5 days 4 months Sausage ground 1 to 2 days 1 to 2 months Sausage chops 7 days 1 to 2 months Veal 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Frankfurters 7 days 1 month Processed meats shou...

Page 18: ...ea in Either Compartment Push in on the fingertabs located behind the electronic control panel at the top of the compartment Lower the light shield Replace the burned out bulb s with standard A15 40 watt appliance bulb s available from your dealer After replacing the bulb s push the liaht shield UD into its original position LOWER FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT There is a T8 40 watt bulb located behind ea...

Page 19: ... to reach the power cords To reconnect the upper assembly power cords align the properly matching terminals and snap the power cords back together Push the assembly back into its original position and align the screw holes Replace the two screws and then replace the glass shelf Replace the air diverter strip Replace the drawers Turn the power back ON to the refrigerator IMPORTANT Do not remove the...

Page 20: ...eaks follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray Discoloration using a damp sponge or soft cloth wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner Rinse immediately and dry To remove streaks and restore luster follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first Do not use excessive amounts of cleaners or spray directly on the panel...

Page 21: ...nd mildew Upon Your Return After a Short Vacation or Absence For models with automatic ice makers or dispensers Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary Run 10 15 glasses of water from the dispenser to flush out the system Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm Discard at least the first three ice harvests...

Page 22: ...operations ICE MAKER The cabinet will occasionally generate a rattling sound when ice cubes are ejected into the freezer ice bin You may also detect the motor that is ejecting that ice These are normal sounds necessary for ice making COMPRESSOR The compressor on this unit has a variable speed motor This variability allows the system to adjust to different usage needs This will introduce speed chan...

Page 23: ...oncentrated juice etc Do not store in door Adjust freezer temperature to a colder setting RUNS TOO LONG TOO FREQUENTLY Today s energy efficient refrigerators are larger and require more running time to maintain stable temperatures Prolonged door openings Too many door openings Condenser needs cleaning The door not sealing due to a package or a container holding door open Warm room temperature NOIS...

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Page 25: ...When supplied with the refrigerator will be considered part of the refrigerator for warranty purposes LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY Major refrigeration components For five 5 years from the date of original retail purchase or installation any part of the sealed refrigeration system consisting of the compressor evaporator condenser drier and connecting tubing which fails in normal use will be repaired ...

Page 26: ... EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES THEREFORE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE MADE AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAND CANADA ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCI...

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