Danby DCRM31BSLDD Owner's Use And Care Manual

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5OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSTo avoid vibration, the unit must be set level. This is accomplished by adjusting the (1) front leveling leg located under therefrigerator. The temperature of the refrigerator is controlled by setting the thermostat knob to a desired setting.TEMPERATURE SELECTIONTo start the refrigerator, turn the temperature control knob tothe position corresponding to the desired cooling (on thegraduated black dial) in Fig.A. The refrigerator temperaturewill vary depending on the quantity of the food stored, and onthe frequency with which the door is opened.To tum the control to the OFF" position, rotate the controlknob to the "0" setting. After defrosting and if the refrigeratorhas been left out of use for some time, set the control tomaximum for 2 to 3 hours before turning to the desired posi-tion. If the refrigerator is not to be used for long time peri-ods, disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open.This will help reduce the mold/mildew from accumulatinginside the refrigerator cabinet.IFig.AICARE AND MAINTENANCEDEFROSTINGDefrosting of your refrigerator should take placewhenever ice build-up inside the freezer compartment reach-es 114• (6mm) thick. Defrosting may take a few hours,depending on the amount of accumulated ice and ambientindoor temperature. To speed up the defrosting process,remove all frozen foods from the freezer section. Leaving thedoor partially ajar for a short period of time will also speed upthe process.Note: Never use sharp or pointed instruments toremove ice from the freezer compartment. The freezercompartment contains refrigerated gas lines and ifaccidentally punched/pierce d, will render therefrigerator inoperable and void the manufacturers warranty.DO NOT ALLOW THE REFRIGERATOR TO CONTINUEOPERATION IF THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT ISPIERCED.After defrosting is complete, set the control to maximum for 2to 3 hours before returning to the desired position. When therefrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, discon-nect the appliance from the electrical supply and leave thedoor partially open. This will help to reduce mold and mildewbuild-up.Note:Wait 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to restart therefrigerator if operation has been interrupted.