Troubleshooting

Occasionally, a problem may arise that is minor in nature, and a service call may not be necessary. Use this trou- bleshooting guide for a possible solution. If the unit continues to operate improperly, call an authorized service depot or Danby’s Toll Free Number 1-800-263-2629for assistance.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

 

 

• No power to unit.

• Check connection of power cord at

 

power source.

1) Unit does not work.

 

• Power cord is unplugged.

• Plug in unit.

 

 

 

 

• Wrong voltage is being used.

• Use proper voltage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Temperature control too cold.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

 

• Door not closed.

• Close the door securely.

2) Refrigerator running

• Hot food inserted.

• Cool food before inserting.

too frequently.

 

 

 

 

• Doors open too long/often.

• Minimize door openings/duration.

 

• Close proximity to heat source or direct

• DO NOT place unit close to heat sources

 

sunlight.

or in direct sunlight.

 

 

 

 

3) Internal Temperature

• Temperature set too cold.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

too cold.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Check connection of power cord at

 

• No power to unit.

power source.

 

• Power cord is unplugged.

• Plug in unit.

 

• Wrong voltage is being used.

• Use proper voltage.

4) Internal Temperature

• Temperature control too warm.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

not cold enough.

• Hot food inserted.

• Cool food before inserting.

 

 

• Doors open too long/often.

• Minimize door openings/duration.

 

• Air flow obstruction.

• Allow room for air to circulate around the

 

• Close proximity to heat source or direct

unit.

 

 

 

 

sunlight.

• DO NOT place unit close to heat sources

 

 

or in direct sunlight.

 

 

 

 

 

• Temperature control too warm.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

5) Freezer not cold

• Door not closed.

• Close door securely.

 

 

 

enough.

• Hot food inserted.

• Cool food before insterting.

 

• Doors open too long/often.

• Minimize door openings/ duration.

 

• Wrong voltage is being used.

• Use proper voltage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Check connection of power cord to

 

• No power to unit.

power source.

6) Light will not work.

• Power cord is unplugged.

• Plug in unit.

• Bulb is loose/needs replacing.

• Tighten or replace bulb.

 

 

• Door switch is stuck.

• Check the switch for obstructions, clean

 

 

if necessary.

 

 

 

 

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Danby DFF100A2WDB manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Solution