Danby DWC040A3BSSDD - 38 Bottle Free-Standing Wine Cooler Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

• Do not use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
• Ensure that servicing is done by factory authorized service personnel, to minimize product damage or safety issues.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
• Consult repair manual or owner's guide before attempting to service this product. All safety precautions must be followed.
• Dispose of properly in accordance with federal or local regulations.
• Follow handling instructions carefully.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Risk of child entrapment. Before throwing away an old appliance:

• Remove the door or lid.
• Leave shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Do not add a lock to the door or lid. This can cause child entrapment and harm.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities may be different or reduced, or who lack experience or knowledge, unless such persons receive supervision or training to operate the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• Bed and breakfast type environments;
• Catering and similar non-retail applications.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current.
This appliance has a cord that has a grounding wire with a 3-prong plug. The power cord must be plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded. If the outlet is a 2-prong wall outlet, it must be replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The serial rating plate indicates the voltage and frequency the appliance is designed for.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service agent if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not connect your appliance to extension cords or together with another appliance in the same wall outlet. Do not splice the power cord. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord. Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prongs) adapters.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

LOCATION

• Two people should be used when moving the appliance.
• Remove interior and exterior packaging prior to installation. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a soft, dry cloth and the inside with a lukewarm wet cloth.
• Place the appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded.
• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or near sources of heat, such as a stove or heater, as this can increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance to perform improperly.
• Do not use the appliance near water, for example in a wet basement or near a sink.
• This appliance is intended for household use only. It is not designed for outside installation, including anywhere that is not temperature controlled (garages, porches, vehicles, etc.).
• Before connecting the appliance to a power source, let it stand upright for approximately 6 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.
• This appliance is 19.4 inches (49.3 cm) wide by 33.3 inches (84.6 cm) high by 25 inches (63.5 cm) deep. Make sure that you leave the minimum amount of space between the appliance and all surrounding walls and vents.
• Allow 5 inches (12.7 cm) of space between the back, sides and top of the appliance and all adjacent walls.
• This appliance is intended for free-standing installation only and is not intended to be built into a cabinet or counter. Building in this appliance can cause it to malfunction.

Ensure that the door is fully closed when the appliance is in operation. Failure to fully close the door can lead to excessive condensation and potential water damage to flooring under the appliance. Danby will not be responsible for damages from misuse.

DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

The door handle is not pre-attached to the appliance, it is shipped separately to protect it from damage and it must be installed by the end user.
If the appliance is placed on its back or side for any length of time during this process, it must be allowed to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging it in to avoid damage to the internal components.

1. Mounting stud
2. Door handle
3. Set screw
4. Hex key

1. Remove the door handle and hex key from the hardware bag inside the appliance.
2. Place the handle on the mounting studs on the outside of the door. Set screws are pre-installed in the handle. The set screws should face down when installed correctly. There are two extra set screws in the hardware bag.
3. Push the door handle tightly against the door.
4. Insert the short end of the hex key into the set screw and tighten 1/4 turn past snug. Set screw will not be recessed into the handle.
5. Repeat step 4 for the other set screw.
6. Keep the hex key and installation instructions for future use.

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS

If the appliance is placed on its back or side for any length of time during this process, it must be allowed to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging it in to avoid damage to the internal components.

1. Remove the two screws securing the hinge cover and remove the hinge cover.
   
2. Remove the three screws securing the upper hinge and remove the upper hinge. Remove the door from the chassis.
   
3. Remove the hole plugs from the left side of the chassis and place them in the screw holes on the right side of the chassis.
   
4. Remove the solid foot from the left side of the chassis and remove the three screws securing the lower hinge on the right side of the chassis. Install the solid foot on the right side of the chassis and the lower hinge on the left side of the chassis.
   
5. Before reinstalling the door, remove the two screws securing the actuator to the bottom of the door. Flip the door 180° from its original position and use two screws to reinstall the actuator. Screw holes cane be found by gently pulling back the rubber gasket.
   
6. Install the door on the lower hinge and then install the upper hinge on the left side of the chassis. Before tightening the screws in the upper hinge, ensure that the top of the door is properly aligned with the top of the cabinet and that the rubber gasket makes a good seal with the cabinet all the way around. Use two screws to install the hinge cover.
   

1. Rubber Screw Covers
2. Screws
3. Hinge Cover
4. Upper Hinge
5. Hole Plugs
6. Lower Hinge
7. Solid Foot
8. Actuator

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FEATURES

1. Tempered Glass Door: Tinted UV glass used to reflect and absorb heat.
2. Magnetic Door Gaskets: Tight fitting seals retain all the cooling power and humidity levels.
3. Electronic Display and Controls: For viewing and regulating the temperature of the wine cooler.
4. Shelves: Black wire shelves with stainless look trim.
5. Handle
6. Leveling Legs: Adjust to level the appliance.

LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS

There are two adjustable feet on the bottom of the appliance that can be turned up or down to ensure that the appliance is level.

1. Turn the leveling feet counter-clockwise until the top of the feet are touching the bottom of the cabinet.
   
2. Slowly turn the leveling feet clockwise until the appliance is level.

CONTROL PANEL

1. Power Button: Press once to turn the appliance on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the appliance off.
2. Light Button: Controls the interior light.
3. Power Light: Illuminates to indicate that cooling mode is in operation.
4. Upper Display: Shows the temperature in the upper zone.
5. Lower Display: Shows the temperature in the lower zone.
6. °C / °F indicator: Adjacent indicator illuminates to show which temperature scale is being displayed.
7. Upper Temperature Button: Used to set the temperature in the upper zone.
8. Lower Temperature Button: Used to set the temperature in the lower zone.

INTERIOR LIGHT

The interior light will default to turning on and off when the door is opened or closed.
Press the light button once to turn the light off while the door is open. The light will resume default functioning when the door is closed.
Press the light button twice to set the light to continuous illumination. The light will remain on when the door is opened and closed
When the light is set to continuous illumination, press the light button once to return to default functioning.

FUNCTION INSTRUCTION

The default temperature setting is 54°F (12°C). The default temperature scale is °F.

To switch the display between °F and °C, press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously for approximately 3-5 seconds.

The temperature range can be set as low as 41°F (5°C) or as high as 64°F (18°C).

Actual temperature inside the appliance can vary based on ambient temperature, how often the door is opened and how many warm bottles have recently been added to the appliance.

Temperature can be adjusted in 1° increments. To adjust the temperature, select either the upper or lower temperature zone. Press the temperature button for that zone The temperature will be lowered by 1° each time the button is pressed. The lowest temperature setting is 41°F (5°C). Once the thermostat reaches this temperature it will return to the highest temperature 64°F (18°C) and continue cycling downwards. Continue pressing the button until the desired temperature is displayed.

Door Ajar Alarm: If the door is not closed completely for 5 minutes, an alarm will sound. Close the door to silence the alarm.
If the door is closed and the alarm continues to sound, check that the actuator at the bottom of the door is making contact with the switch on the appliance.

Temperature Memory: If the appliance loses power, the control panel will remember the set temperature. Once power is restored, the appliance will return to normal functioning automatically.

Temperature Alarm: If the inner cabinet temperature is higher than 73°F (23°C) the error code "HI" will show on the display panel and an alarm will sound.
If the inner cabinet temperature is lower than 32°F (0°C) the error code "LO" will show on the display panel and an alarm will sound.
If the inner cabinet temperature remains at 32°F (0°C) for more than 30 minutes, the error code "CL" will show on the display panel and an alarm will sound. The appliance will stop functioning to prevent the contents from freezing.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

The maximum capacity of this appliance is 38 wine bottles of 750 ml size.

Position wine bottles alternately (head-to-tail) on each of the upper 4 shelves. This will allow storage of 7 bottles per shelf.

Position 5 wine bottles on the bottom two shelves.

SHELF INSTRUCTIONS

Do not cover shelves with aluminum foil or any other material as this will impede air flow inside the cabinet and can adversely affect the interior cabinet temperature.

1. To remove a shelf, tilt one side up and then pull outward.
   
2. To replace a shelf, ensure it is resting securely on the support brackets and then slide the shelf in until it locks into place.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

Ensure the appliance is unplugged before cleaning.

• To clean the inside of the appliance, use a soft cloth and a solution of a tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water or a mild soap solution or some mild detergent.
• Wash removable shelves in a mild detergent solution, then dry and wipe with a soft cloth.
• Clean the outside with a soft, damp cloth and some mild detergent.
• It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the cabinet. Clean this area with a soapy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and let dry.

Note: Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the appliance. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the appliance. Never use any commercial or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects on any part of the appliance.

POWER FAILURE

Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your appliance if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, take the proper steps to protect your contents.

Note: Wait 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to restart the appliance if operation has been interrupted.

ERROR CODES

If the "HI", "LO" or "CL" error codes appear on the display for more than 5 minutes, a power reset may rectify the issue. Unplug the appliance, wait 5 minutes and then plug the unit back in. If the error code persists after a power reset, contact consumer care or an authorized service agent.

DEFROST

This unit is equipped with an automatic defrost function and does not require manual defrosting. Defrost water from the appliance is channeled into a drip tray located above the compressor. Heat transfer from the compressor causes the defrost water to evaporate.

VACATION

• Short vacations: Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all items and turn off the appliance. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly, blocking it open if necessary.

MOVING

• Make sure the appliance is empty.
• Secure the shelves with tape.
• Secure the door with tape.
• Turn the adjustable foot up to the base to avoid damage.
• Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket or similar item.
• Be sure the appliance stays in the upright position during transportation.
• If the appliance is placed on its back or side during transportation, upon reaching the destination, allow it to remain upright for 6 hours before plugging in to avoid damage to internal components.

DISPOSAL

This appliance may not be treated as regular household waste, it should be taken to the appropriate waste collection point for recycling of electrical components. For information on local waste collection points, contact your local waste removal agency or government office.

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Documents / Resources

References

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