Magic Chef HMCR320RE User manual

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Specifications are subject to change without prior
notice for purpose of product improvement.
Model HMCR320RE/HMCR320ME/
HMCR320BE/HMCR320WE
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR
REFRIGERATOR AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
NAMES OF THE PARTS ... o i
SPECIFICATIONS ... ..o e
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... ...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ...
INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR .........ccoooiiiiii e
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. ...
OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
TEMPERATURE CONTROL.........oooiiii i
THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT . ..........cooi
WHEN TO DEFROST..... oo
HOW TO DEFROST ..o e
HOW TO CHANGE THE INTERIOR LIGHT ..................
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR . .......cooiiiii i
VACATION TIME .. ...t e
MOVING YOUR REFRIGERATOR.. .......coi i
ENERGY SAVING TIPS.. ... e
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.. .......coiit it i e
LIMITED WARRANTY ..o e e e
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NAMES OF THE PARTS
MODEL NO. HMCR320RE/HMCR320ME/
HMCR320BE/HMCR320WE
(1) Freezer Compartment
(2) Temperature Control
(with integrated Interior light assembly) o
(3) Shelf
(4) Crisper with Glass Cover
(5) Leveling Leg
(6) Top Cover 12
(7) Freezer Door Bin ©
(8) Refrigerator Door Bin
(9) Canholders
M WARNING ¥ : 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 # HVCR320RE/HMCRS20ME/
HMCR320BE/HMCR320WE
Product Description Magic Chef Freezer & Refrigerator
HMCR320RE/HMCR320ME/
Model No. HMCR320BE/HMCR320WE
Capacity 3.2 Cu. Ft.
Unit Dimensions Width Depth Height
(inches
)
,
” ”
19.1” 20.1 335
Net Weight ( Ibs) 53.1(1bs)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
A WARNING ¥ 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-
_ To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury follow
these basic precautions when using your refrigerator.
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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 refrigerant 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
appliance, 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:
* 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 appliance.
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 flammable
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 guidelines 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.

11) This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar environments such as
« staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
« farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
« bed and breakfast type environments;
« catering and similar non-retail applications.
12) Do not store or use gasoline or any inflammable liquors and liquids inside or in the vicinity of refrigerator.
13) 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
A CARRY OUT SERVICES OR REPAIRS INVOLVING THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
Caution: risk of fire A TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Refrigerator
« Remove the exterior and interior packing.
e 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 12)
Installing Your Refrigerator
e This appliance is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in.
e Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully
loaded.
e 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.
e 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 (10°C) or above 85°F (29.4°C) will hinder the
performance of this appliance. This unit is not designed for use in a garage or any other
outside installation.
e Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas.
e 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.
e 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
»WARNING »
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 authorized 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 115 Volt A.C. ~/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.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Temperature Control
e Your refrigerator has one control for regulating the
temperature. The temperature control is located on the top
center of the refrigerator compartment.
e The first time you turn the unit on, adjust the temperature
control knob to “7” and run for at least 2 hours before putting
foods inside. This will ensure the cabinet is thoroughly chilled
before food is put in.
e The range of the refrigerator temperature control is from
position "1" the cold to "7" the coldest. Adjust the
temperature control to the setting that best suits your needs.
The setting of “4” should be appropriate for home or office
refrigerator use.
e Turning the temperature control knob to “0” position stops the
cooling cycle but does not shut off the power to the unit.
° NOTE;
e Ifthe 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, the 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.
« 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.
Ice Tray
o Recommended temperature control setting for ice making is “7”.
« Fill the ice cube tray (2/3 capacity) with cold water and place the tray on
the bottom of the chiller compartment to freeze properly. e
« To eject the ice cubes from the tray, place over the ice bucket and twist ]
slightly. ‘
« Re-set the temperature control to setting “4”. M
The Freezer Compartment
e This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food.
e The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be
exceeded.
e Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions
on the packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
When To Defrost
This unit is not designed to defrost automatically. In order to prevent damage to the interior liner of the
unit from excessive frost build-up, please manually defrost the unit every 3 months or when ice / frost
is approximately 1/4 " thick inside the freezer compartment.

How To Defrost
Defrost the freezer compartment when the ice / frost are approximately %" thick or every 3 months,
whichever comes first. Set the thermostat dial to “0” to defrost. Remove all contents from the freezer
compartment. Leave the freezer door open to allow accumulated ice / frost to melt. Remove large
pieces of ice as needed. Do not use hot water or other electric heating devices to melt the
accumulated ice. After defrosting, remove accumulated ice / water and wipe the freezer compartment
dry with a soft cloth. In the event that the ice is not visibly present in the freezer compartment, please
allow the evaporator located behind the freezer wall to completely defrost for approximately 2 hours
before restarting the unit. Restart the unit per starting instructions.
How To Change the interior light
NOTE: All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the light bulb. Before removing the
light bulb, unplug the appliance from the power supply. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock
or personal injury.
1. Remove the lamp cover.
2. Unscrew the old bulb and install the new bulb.
3. Re-install the lamp cover.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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 door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odor.
Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible 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.