CARE BUILT-IN R EFRIGERATORS life of the kitchen TABLE CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........MACHINE CAMPARTMENT ..............ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER ........... FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT ............FooDSAVER STORAGE DRAWERS ..........DOOR STORAGE ................ FREEZER COMPARTMENT ..............AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER ..............AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER AND WATER DISPENSER ........
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Business Hours: 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Pacific Time DACOR Customer Service 1440 Bridge Gate Dr. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Thank you for selecting DACOR for your home. We are committed to developing products that provide years of excellent performance and enjoyment to our customers. Sincerely, Chairman/CEO...
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If you have any questions, call: Dacor® Customer Service 1-800-793-0093 (U.S.A. and Canada) Monday -- Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Pacific Time website: www.dacor.com Have complete model and serial number identification of your refrigerator ready.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the refrigerator Observe all local codes and ordinances Be sure to follow grounding instructions Check with a qualified electric,an if you are not sure this appliance is properly grounded Do not ground to a gas line Do not ground to a cold-water pipe...
MACHINE COMPARTMENT The Machine Compartment is located at the top of the refrigerator. Note: DO NOT remove the foam pieces from the machine Within the Machine Compartment are the main power switch, the compartment cover or the condenser. water filter, the condenser and a switch to change the electronic control from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL CENTER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENTS POWER INTERRUPT POWER • Allow the temperature to stabilize for 24 hours after loading the When enabled, Power Interrupt wilt record iNTERRUPT refrigerator before making any temperature adjustments. and display the highest temperature reached in the fresh food and freezer compartments •...
FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT SHELVES CHEESE STORAGE DRAWER To Remove: • Unload the drawer completely. • Pull the drawer out until it stops. • Tilt the drawer up and pull it out. To Reinstall: The Fresh Food Compartment is equipped with adjustable shelves.
FoODSAVERTM STORAGE DRAWERS The two lower drawers in the fresh food compartment are FoodSaver DrawerSettings equipped with FoodSaver Technology. This technology allows the temperature within each drawer to be tightly controlled for Select the MEAT setting is recommended when storing fresh storing meats, fresh produce or citrus.
FoODSAVERTM STORAGE DRAWERS To Remove FoodSaver Storage Drawers: AUTOMATIC HUMIDITY CONTROL • Unload the drawer completely. The FoodSaver drawers are equipped with Automatic Humidity Control, eliminating the need for manual humidity slide controls. • Pull the drawer out until it stops. A fabric-like material* covers small air vents in the drawer housing •...
DOOR STORAGE DROP DOWN DOOR BASKETS (Freezer Compartment) Drop down door baskets provide convenient storage for items that tend to shift or slide, such as bagged vegetables or coffee. These baskets are also adjustable in the same manner as the door bins. FREEZER COMPARTMENT ICE DRAWER...
AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER After the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, move the wire lever arm on the icemaker into the down (ON) position to start its operation The icemaker will fill with water when To avoud personal unjury or property damage, observe the the freezer reaches the proper temperature It may be 8 to 12 follownng:...
AUTOMATIC WATER ISPENSER (SELECT MODELS) DISPENSING WATER SPILL TRAY Notes: DO NOT pour water into the Spill Tray grille at the bottom of the dispenser area. This is a spill area, NOT a drain. Normal, • When using the ice dispenser for the first time, discard the first two or three dozen cubes.
• DO NOT dispose of the filter bypass. It should be stored for For replacement filter cartridges or for service, contact your local future use, in the event that you choose to use the water and dealer or Dacor, Customer Service, 1-800-793-0093 (USA and ice dispenser without a filter.
TiPs FOOD STORAGE and stews into smaller containers. TEMPERATURE When reusing leftovers, reheat thoroughly. Heat up leftover The fresh food compartment should be set in the range of 34 ° F sauces, soups, and gravy quickly and boil for at least one minute. (l°...
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TiPs FOOD STORAGE 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. DAIRY PRODUCTS Butter 1 month 6 to 9 months Wrap tightly or cover. Milk and cream 1 week Check carton date.
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TiPs FOOD STORAGE DAIRY PRODUCTS 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 FoodSaver drawer on meat setting.
MAINTENANCE To Replace the Bulb Behind the Upper FoodSaver CONDENSER Drawer: Cleaning of the condenser is recommended every 3-6 • Turn the power OFF (O) to the refrigerator at the Main Power months. switch in the upper machine compartment. TO CLEAN: •...
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MAINTENANCE To Replace the Bulb Behind the Lower FoodSaver • Replace the drawers. Drawer: • Turn the power back ON to the refrigerator. • Turn the power OFF ("O") to the refrigerator at the Main Power IMPORTANT: Do not remove the foam piece between the switch in the upper machine compartment.
CARE CLEANING Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Condenser Clean with a soft bristle brush or vacuum cleaner every 3-6 months. For additional information, see page Door Handles Clean with detergent and water and mild liquid sprays. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Doors - Painted Clean with detergent and water and mild liquid sprays.
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CARE CLEANING After a Long Vacation or Absence: Preparing for Vacation • If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve. • Turn ON the main power switch and reset controls. • Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks, if necessary.
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.
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BEFORE YOU CALL SERVICE FRESH FOOD OR FREEZER DOOR DIFFICULT TO OPEN. FOODSAVER TEMPERATURE READOUT IS NOT WITHIN • Due to air flow between the compartments, it may be difficult to TARGET RANGE. open the doors for several seconds after one of them is closed. •...
OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA: LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase, due to a defect in material or workmanship, DACOR wilt furnish a new part, F.O.B.
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TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY 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 INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE MADE TO ANY BUYER FOR RESALE.
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NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASSMAIL PERMITNO.4507 DIAMONDBAR CA POSTAGEWILL BE PAIDBYADDRESSEE ATTN: WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT DACOR 1440 BRIDGEGATE DR STE 200 PO BOX 6532 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765-9861 I1,1,,,,,111,,,I,I1,,,I,1,1,1,,I,,I,,11,,,,,111,,I,I...
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Please visit www.dacor.com to activate your warranty online. WARRANTYINFORMATION IMPORTANT: Yourwarrantyfor this productCANNOTBEACTIVATED untilthis form hasbeen returnedto Dacor.If you have purchasedmorethan one Dacorproduct,Pleasereturnall forms in one envelope. Pleaserest assuredthatunderno conditionswill Dacorsellyour nameor anyof theinformation on thisform for mailinglist purposes.We are very gratefulthat you havechosenDacor productsfor yourhomeand do not considerthe saleof such information to be a properway...
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