Magic Chef MCBR240W1 Use and Care Manual
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1. 2 4 Cu Ft Compact Refrigerator Users Manual Model MCBR240W1 MCBR240B1 MCBR240S1 MCBR240C PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE magic Chef Product Registration Thank you for purchasing a Magic Chef product The first step to protect your new product is to complete the product registration on our website www mcappliance com register The benefits of registering your product include the following 1 Registering your product will allow us to contact you regarding a safety notification or product update 2 Registering your product will allow for more efficient warranty service processing when warranty service is required 3 Registering your product could act as your proof of purchase in the event of insurance loss Once again thank you for purchasing a Magic Chef product IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury N WARNING follow these basic precautions when using your 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Caution risk of fire refrigerator WARNING Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction WARNING Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer WARNING Do not damage the refrigerant2. Guide Before Attempting To Service This Product All Safety Precautions Must be Followed CAUTION Risk Of Fire Or Explosion Dispose Of Property In Accordance With Federal Or Local Regulations Flammable Refrigerant Used CAUTION Risk Of Fire Or Explosion Due To Puncture Of Refrigerant Tubing Follow Handling Instructions Carefully Flammable Refrigerant Used OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Temperature Control Your refrigerator has one control for regulating the temperature The temperature control is located on the top left hand corner of the refrigerator compartment The first time you turn the unit on adjust the temperature control knob to MAX and run for at least 2 hours before putting foods inside This will ensure the cabinet is thoroughly chilled before food is put in The range of the refrigerator temperature control is from position MIN the warmest to MAX the coldest Adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suits your needs The setting of MED should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use To turn off the refrigerator please turn the temperature control knob to OFF Please note that turning the temperature control knob to OFF position stops the cooling cycle but does not disconnect the power supply to the refrigerator NOTE e lf the unit is unplugged loses power you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit If you attempt to restart before this time delay t
3. and should not be recessed or built in Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the refrigerator which allows the proper air ventilation Adjust the feet to keep the refrigerator level Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sources of heat stove heater radiator etc Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption Ambient temperature below 50 F or above 85 F will hinder the performance of this appliance This unit is not designed for use in a garage or any other outside installation Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas Plug the refrigerator into dedicated properly installed grounded wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized service center This unit is not designed to be installed in an RV or used with an inverter After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet turn the unit on and allow the unit to cool down for 2 3 hours under before placing food in the refrigerator or freezer compartment Electrical Connection A WARNING VY Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock If the power cord is damaged have it replaced by an auth
4. level surface The gasket is dirty 11 magic Chef Limited Warranty MC Appliance Corporation warrants each new Compact Refrigerator to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedyany such defect or to furnish a new part s at the company s option for any part s of the unit that has failed during the warranty period Parts and labor expenses are covered on this unit for a period of one year from the date of purchase A copy of the dated sales receipt or invoice is required to receive warranty service replacement or refund In addition MC Appliance Corporation warrants the compressor parts only to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years The consumer is responsible for all labor and transportation expenses related to the diagnosis and replacement of the compressor after the initial one year warranty expires In the event the unit requires replacement or refund under the terms of this warranty the consumer is responsible for all transportation expenses to return the unit to our factory prior to receiving a replacement unit or refund A copy of the dated sales receipt invoice is required to receive warranty service replacement or refund This warranty covers appliances in use within the contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Puerto Rico This warranty does not cover the following e Damages due to shipping damage or improper installation e Damages due to misus
5. possible service call Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling for service PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Refrigerator does not operate Not plugged in The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse Compressor turns on and off The room temperature is hotter than normal frequently A large amount of food has been added to the refrigerator The door is opened too often The door is not closed completely The temperature control is not set correctly The door gasket does not seal properly The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances The refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time 4 hours are required for the refrigerator to cool down completely Temperature inside the Temperature control is set too warm Turn the control to a cooler setting and refrigerator is too warm allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the door is opened Open the door less often The door is not closed completely The door gasket does not seal properly A large amount of warm or hot food might have been stored recently Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to reach its selected temperature The refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time 4 hours are required for the refrigerator to cool down completely refrigerator is too cold allow several hours for the temperature t
6. NTROL i nmiscinsisicceirouneaimobinciwndeinajenaseewnndes 6 MAKING THE ICE CUBES Lubbe meant ke 6 HON FO DEMIR OPE S E E 7 ASSEMBLING LEGS vm re 7 DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTION 0c kk kk kk kk eee cece cease eeeeeaeeeaes 8 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 0 cceee eens eee eeeee es 10 VACATION TIN ES ere eee ede EERE TENETE TINNA 10 MOVING YOUR REFRIGERATOR savanne nnvnnvnvernvenennnrnnernnnenn 10 ENERGY SAVING TIPS cerner iEn aTr A EEEREN AAAs 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE uvenner 11 REFRIGERATOR WARRAN I Y reader teen Don erne rr 12 NAMES OF THE PARTS 1 Small door 2 Pan drain 3 Steel wire shelf 4 Leveler leg 5 Thermostat 6 Wire steel bar Refrigerating chamber e The Refrigerating Chamber is suitable for storage of a variety of fruits vegetables beverages and other food consumped in the short term e Cooking foods shall not be put in the refrigerating chamber until cooled to room temperature Foods are recommended to be sealed up before putting into the refrigerator e The glass shelves can be adjusted up or down for a reasonable amount of storage space and easy use MWARNING J Never touch the interior of the Freezer Chamber or frozen foods in the compartment with wet hands as this could result in frost bite SPECIFICATIONS Model MCBR240W1 B1 S1 C Product Description Magic Chef 2 4 cu ft Refrigerator Model No MCBR240W1 B1 S1 C Capacity 2 4 Cu Ft Unit Dimensio
7. e or abuse e Content losses due to failure of the unit e Inside components such as door panels door shelves racks light bulbs etc e Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents e Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instructions on proper use of the product or improper installation e Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers e Failure of this product if used for other purposes than its intended purpose e Disposal costs for any failed unit not returned to our factory e Any delivery installation costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails to perform as specified e Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized service technician is not available e The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions e Refunds for non repairable products are limited to the price paid for the unit per the sales receipt e This warranty is non transferable This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and does not extend to any subsequent owner s Limitations of Remedies and Exclusions Product repair in accordance with the terms herein is your sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty Any and all implied warranties including merchan
8. e to child s play Short vacations Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than three weeks Long vacations If the appliance will not be used for several months remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean and dry the interior thoroughly To prevent odor and mold growth leave the door open slightly blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed Moving Your Refrigerator Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all the food Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator Tape the doors shut Be sure the refrigerator stays in the upright position during transportation Energy Saving Tips The refrigerator should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts and out of the direct sunlight Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on frost build up inside the refrigerator Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily saving you the cost of a
9. he refrigerator will not start e Large amounts of food will lower the cooling efficiency of the appliance e Do not place the foods on the air outlet and leave spaces for airflow e If you choose to change the thermostat setting adjust thermostat control by one increment at a time Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize between adjustments Making the Ice Cubes Take out the ice cube tray and fill the tray to 80 capacity with drinkable water Put the ice cube tray back into the freezer compartment and close the door Turn the temperature control knob to MAX Wait for approximately two to five hours Twist the ice cube tray and release the ice cubes Reset the temperature control knob to the normal recommended setting MED Assembling Legs Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front bottom corners of your refrigerator After properly placing your refrigerator in its final position you can level your refrigerator Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your refrigerator or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your refrigerator The refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended How to Defrost Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes 1 8 thick Never us a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils A punctured cooling coil will cause serious damage to the p
10. lines of federal law must be removed before disposal It is the consumer s responsibility to comply with federal and local regulations when disposing of this product This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar environments such as e staff kitchen areas in shops offices and other working environments e farm houses and by clients in hotels motels and other residential type environments e bed and breakfast type environments catering and similar non retail applications Do not store or use gasoline or any inflammable liquors and liquids inside or in the vicinity of refrigerator Do not use an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance Use of an extension can negatively affect the unit s performance IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICES OR REPAIRS INVOLVING THE REMOVAL OF COVERS TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF TABLE OF CONTENTS NAMES PTE PARI SEE sons EE PEET 2 JPE OE EEE 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS avuannennrenvnvernrenrnnnrnnernnnenn 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR srvanrv arv vnrvrnnrennnen 4 INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR cccce eee eee eee 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ccc cee ee ee eee eens tenes eeeeees 5 OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CO
11. ns Width Height Depth inch nores 20 1 Net Weight Ibs 39 7 Ibs IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M WARNING Y To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions Read all instructions before using the refrigerator DANGER or WARNING Risk of child entrapment To avoid the possibility of child entrapment please take the following precautions before throwing out the refrigerator Remove all doors from the unit Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the refrigerator Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other refrigerator The fumes can create a fire hazard or an explosion Save these instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before Using Your Refrigerator Remove the exterior and interior packing Before connecting the refrigerator to the power source let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from improper handling during transportation Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth Cleaning instruction on page 9 Installing Your Refrigerator This appliance is designed to be free standing only
12. o stabilize Temperature of external The exterior refrigerator walls can be as much as 30 F warmer than room refrigerator surface is warm temperature This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction as in hot water pipes This is when compressor comes on normal Sound will level off or disappear as refrigerator continues to run Refrigerant used to cool refrigerator is circulating throughout the system water boiling This is normal Vibrations Check to assure that the refrigerator is on a level surface Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor can adequately support refrigerator Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims under part of the refrigerator The refrigerator is touching the wall Re level the refrigerator and move it from the wall See Installation Instructions Moisture forms on inside Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost build up This refrigerator walls is normal Door is slightly open Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Open the door less often The door is not sealed properly Moisture forms on outside of Door is slightly open causing cold air from inside the refrigerator to meet refrigerator warm moist air from outside The door will not close properly The refrigerator is not on a
13. orized service center This refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety The power cord of this refrigerator is equipped with a three prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied This refrigerator requires a standard 115V 60Hz electrical outlet with three prong ground This refrigerator is not designed to be used with an inverter The cord should be secured behind the refrigerator and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Do not use an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the performance of the unit If any problems with the appliance persist please contact our Customer Service Dept to consult with a representative at 888 775 0202 or visit our website to request warranty service at www mcappliance com DANGER Risk Of Fire Or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used To Be Repaired Only By Trained Service Personnel Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubing CAUTION Risk Of Fire Or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used Consult Repair Manual Owner s
14. remove the plastic caps from the other side Check that the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the bottom hinge Re adjust the levelling feet Slide the Appliance door back on to the Top hinge making sure it s the right way up Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side Replace the other foot on the other side Replace the plastic covering by clicking back into position on the door hinge CARE AND MAINTENANGE Cleaning Your Refrigerator Upon installation of your new appliance it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all food content Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking soda solution The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water Be sure to keep the door gasket seal clean to keep the unit running efficiently The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth Vacation Time Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet Remove all the food Clean the refrigerator Leave the lid open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation mold or odors Use extreme caution in the case of children The unit should not be accessibl
15. roduct and will void the warranty We recommend using a plastic scraper To defrost remove foods and ice cube tray from the freezer compartment Make sure the drip tray is in place and unplug the unit Defrosting usually takes a few hours To defrost faster keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator After defrosting empty water from the drip tray and wash the drip tray in warm water Door Reversal Instruction Caution To avoid injury to yourself and or property we recommend someone assist you during the door reversal process Ensure the appliance is unplugged and empty NOTE Adjust the two leveling feet to their highest position To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the appliance We recommend you have someone to assist you backward You should rest the appliance on something solid e g a chair just below the top panel so you can access the Tool ired OOIS require bottom of the refrigerator e Cross bladed screw driver DO NOT lay the appliance completely flat as this may damage the coolant system Unscrew the three screws from the bottom bracket Remove the plastic covering from the top door hinge Remove the foot from opposite side Place to one side Slide the Appliance door down about 15cm and off the Top hinge pin and lift away from the Appliance Remove the two screws from top bracket and replace on the other side You will need to first
16. tability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law MC Appliance Corporation is not liable for incidental or consequential damages and no representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of this product Under no circumstances is the consumer permitted to return this unit to the factory without the prior written consent of MC Appliance Corporation Some states prohibit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on implied warranties This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Model Parts amp Labor Compressor Parts Only Type of Service MCBR240W1 One Year Five Years Carry In MCBR240B1 One Year Five Years Carry In MCBR240S1 One Year Five Years Carry In MCBR240C One Year Five Years Carry In For Service or Assistance please call 888 775 0202 or visit us on the web at www mcappliance com to request warranty service or order parts 12 Magic Chef CNA International Inc d b a MC Appliance Corporation All rights reserved Magic Chef logo is a registered trademark of CNA International Inc www mcappliance com Printed in China
17. tubing to increase the risk of a leak when handle move and use of refrigerator WARNING Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliances unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer WARNING DANGER Never allow children to play with operate or crawl inside the refrigerator Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer e Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside The appliance has to be unplugged before carrying out user maintenance on the appli ance This appliance can be used by children age 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children should not play with the appliance Cleaning and maintenance should not be made by children without supervision If the component part is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard Please abandon the refrigerator according to local regulations as the unit contains flam mable blowing gas and refrigerant Follow local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance due to flammable refrigerant and blowing gas All refrigeration products contain refrigerants which under the guide
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