TROUBLESHOOTING

Occasionally, a problem may arise that is minor in nature, and a service call may not be necessary. Use this troubleshooting 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 high.

• Adjust settings as needed.

2)

Refrigerator running too

• Door not closed.

• Close the door securely.

• Hot food inserted.

• Cool food before inserting.

 

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 or in

 

 

sunlight.

direct sunlight.

 

 

 

3) Internal Temperature too

• Temperature control too high.

• Adjust settings as needed.

 

cold.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• No power to unit.

• Check connection of power cord at power

 

 

• Power cord is unplugged.

source.

 

 

• Plug in unit.

 

 

• Wrong voltage is being used.

 

 

• Use proper voltage.

 

 

• Temperature control too low.

4) Internal Temperature not

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

 

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 unit.

 

 

• Close proximity to heat source or direct

• DO NOT place unit close to heat sources or in

 

 

sunlight.

direct sunlight.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Temperature control too low.

• Adjust settings as needed.

 

 

• Door not closed.

• Close door securely.

5) Freezer not cold 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• No power to unit.

• Check connection of power cord to 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 DFF261WDB installation instructions Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Solution