Freezer exterior sides or top feel very hot to the touch.

Safety first: Keep children from prolonged contact with hot surfaces.

Steps to address hot exterior:

• Check installation clearance: Ensure there is adequate space around the freezer per Danby specifications (typically several inches at sides, back, and top).
• Clean condenser: If your model has exposed coils, vacuum and brush them to improve heat dissipation.
• Inspect door gasket: A leaking door seal can cause the compressor to run constantly, heating the cabinet. Replace the door gasket if it does not seal properly.
• Monitor run time: Some warmth is normal, especially during hot weather or heavy use. If the sides are too hot to touch comfortably and the compressor runs nonstop, have a technician check for sealed system issues.

Note: Built-in condensers in the cabinet walls will always feel warm during operation; this is by design.