Danby DFF261 Product Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding REQUIREMENTS 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. IMPORTANT WARNING An empty refrigerator can pose a threat to children. To render the unit harmless we strongly recommend removing the door prior to disposal. 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. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove exterior and interior packings, wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Avoid placing the unit in a narrow recess or near any heat source, direct sunlight, or moisture. Let air circulate freely around the unit. 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. The refrigerating system in this refrigerator is a "Frost Free" system. This type of system requires no user intervention (i.e. defrosting) other than selecting required cooling temperatures and the usual care and maintenance. To avoid vibration, the unit must be set level. This is accomplished by adjusting the front leveling leg, located under the refrigerator. NOTES: • This appliance is intended for FREE-STANDING INSTALLATION ONLY, and is NOT intended to be built-in. • Before connecting this appliance to electrical power supply, leave it to stand for approx. 24 hours, which will reduce the possibility of malfunction in the cooling system due to transport handling. • This appliance is approved for INDOOR USE ONLY and is NOT intended for outdoor operation. IMPORTANT: AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW 50º F (10º C) WILL AFFECT THE OPERATION OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR. WHEN THE UNIT IS PLACED IN AN AREA WHERE THE TEMPERATURE DROPS LOWER THAN 50º F (10º C), SET THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SELECTORS TO "MAX" IN BOTH THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER SECTIONS. NOTE: IF THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED, HAS LOST POWER, OR IS TURNED OFF, YOU MUST WAIT 3 TO 5 MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE UNIT. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO RESTART BEFORE THIS TIME DELAY, THE REFRIGERATORFREEZER WILL NOT START. 1