REFRIGERATOR - FREEZER ZX77/3 ZX77/5 ZX79/3 ZX79/5 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 214.3660.55 Contents Instructions for the User Safety Instructions Description of the Appliance Control Panel Using the Appliance Before Use Starting the Appliance Freezer Compartment Freezing Fresh Food Frozen Food Storage Refrigerator Compartment Chill Compartment Food Storage Energy Saving Advice In the Event of a Power Failure Maintenance and Cleaning Something Not Working Normal Operating Sounds Service & Spare Parts Customer Care Department Guarantee Conditions Zanussi Service Force 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 9 10 11 - 12 Instructions for the Installer Technical Specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Ventilation Leveling Electrical Connection Electrical Requirements Changing the Opening direction of the Doors 13 14 14 14 14 14 15 15 16 1 Safety Instructions These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance. If you are unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department. Installation This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a cable available from your local Service Force Centre. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but leaving the required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation instructions. The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle. Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer compartment as they can burst as the contents freeze. Manufacturers recommended food storage times should be adhered to. Refer to the relevant instructions. Do not use electrical appliances inside the fridge / freezer. Maintenance and Cleaning Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply. When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable. Servicing Child Safety Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product. Keep all packaging material away from children. This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact your local Zanussi Service Force Centre. During Use This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use. Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the refrigerator. Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out. Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment. Ice lollies can cause frost/freezer burns if consumed straight from the freezer compartment. Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns. Disposing of Old Appliances Remove the doors to prevent small children being trapped in side. Cut off and dispose of the plug and cable. Use an authorised disposal site. Keep this instruction book for future reference and ensure it is passed on to any new owner 2 Description of Appliance The model shown here is ZK77/5W 0 7 5 3 7 Stand By 3 5 C O L L E C T I O N 3 6 9 12 Control Panel 1 2 3 Freezer Temperature Control Fridge Temperature Control ON/OFF Button 4 5 6 Door Alarm Temperature Alarm Fast Freezer Button 3 Control Panel 3. ON/OFF Button To switch the appliance on or off, press the ON/OFF button continuously for 3 seconds. When the appliance is switched on, the ON/OFF button and the Freezer and Fridge control knobs will be illuminated. The appliance controls are located in the top panel inside the refrigerator compartment. Thermostat Control The freezer and fridge thermostats control the temperature inside the freezer and refrigerator respectively. 4. The Door Alarm If either of the doors are left open, the door alarm will sound and the alarm button will flash red. Press the alarm button to switch off the alarm, the light will stop flashing but will remain red. To switch off the alarm and the light shut the doors. 1. The Freezer Temperature Control The freezer temperature control, regulates the temperature within the freezer compartment. A change in the control setting in the freezer compartment could affect the temperature in the refrigerator compartment under certain circumstances. 7 Maximum coldness 1 Minimum coldness An intermediate position is usually the most suitable, although the temperature will be affected by: Room temperature How often the door is opened How much food is stored Position of the appliance 5. Temperature Alarm If the internal temperature inside the appliance is too high for the safe storage of frozen food, an alarm will sound and the temperature alarm button light will start to flash. The temperature may rise for the following reasons: The doors have been left open There has been a power failure A large quantity of food has been added to the appliance. The thermostat controls may be incorrectly set. There is a fault. In determining the correct temperature control setting all these factors have to be considered and some experimentation may be necessary. When altering the temperature settings, allow 24 hours for the temperature to stablise before making further changes. 2. The Fridge Temperature Control The fridge temperature control regulates the temperature within the fridge compartment, by regulating the cold airflow. An intermediate setting is usually the most suitable, although some experimentation may be necessary to obtain the correct temperature. 5 Maximum coldness 1 Minimum coldness Standby Turn the control knob to the standby position if you wish to switch off the fridge, but leave the freezer in operation (for example, when on holiday). Leave the doors shut when in Standby operation. To switch off the alarm, press the alarm button. The audible signal will stop. The light will stop flashing, but will remain on until the internal temperature has reached the correct storage temperature for frozen food. 6. Fast Freeze Button Press the fast freeze button approximately 3 hours before freezing fresh food. Once the food is frozen, switch off the fast freeze function by pressing the fast freeze button. The fast freeze function will self cancel after 36 hours. 4 Using the Appliance This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for storage of edible foodstuffs. This appliance is designed to operate in ambient temperatures (surrounding air temperature) between 10°C (50°F) and 32°C (90°F). If these temperatures are exceeded i.e. colder or warmer, the appliance may not operate correctly. Freezing Fresh Food The maximum quantity of food that can be frozen in 24 hours shown on the rating plate and in the technical specifications section of this instruction book. When freezing fresh foods, press the fast freeze button 3 hours before placing the food into the freezer compartment. When the food is frozen, switch off the fast freeze function. The fast freeze function will self cancel after 36 hours. The Temperature alarm may sound if a lot of new food is put into the freezer, due to a rise in temperature. The alarm will switch off automatically, as the freezer temperature drops. Push the alarm button to switch off the audible signal. Before Use Remove all transit packaging. Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly. Frozen Food storage Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or products containing alcohol. The freezer will store frozen food at -18°C or colder allowing for long term frozen food storage and freezing of fresh food. Pre packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for a 4 star frozen food compartment and should be put in the freezer as soon as possible after purchase. Your freezer provides for long-term storage which generally means up to 3 months but the length of the time can vary and it is important to follow the recommended times shown on packets of commercially frozen food. Starting the Appliance 1. Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation. 2. Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply. Press the ON/OFF button continuously for 3 seconds. The appliance will start operating after a 4 minute delay and the internal light will switch on. The ON/OFF button will illuminate green and the Freezer and Fridge control knob surrounds light up. The temperature alarm (a beeping sound) may come on during the start up phase. If this happens push the temperature alarm button. 3. Set the thermostat controls for the fridge and freezer compartments. See Control Panel section. 4. To ensure safe food storage, allow the appliance to operate with the doors closed for at least 3 hours, before loading with food. Refrigerator Compartment This compartment is designed to store drinks and fresh food. The inner temperature is normally uniform and is kept cool by cold circulating air. Try to avoid putting food products flush against the air vents at the back of the fridge as this could cause the foods to freeze. Chill Compartment Freezer Compartment The freezer will store frozen food at -18°C or colder allowing for long-term frozen food storage and freezing of fresh food. The temperature is kept typically at 1-2 degrees lower than the average temperature in the fridge. Use the compartment for foods that are marked typically for storage at 0-5°C for longer preservation. Adjusting the fridge temperature to cooler or warmer affects the chiller temperature in the same way. Avoid stacking large amounts of warm food on top of already cold food, as this will raise the temperature of the food previously stored in the chiller. Do not use the chiller, as a zone for rapid cooling at it is not designed for this. 5 Food Storage Energy Saving Advice Do not install the cabinet close to sources of heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator. Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make sure that the air openings of the cabinet are not obstructed. Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages before placing them in the freezer. Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before placing in the fridge or freezer. Food that is to be frozen (when cool) should be placed in the fridge before being transferred to the freezer. Do not put any hot food into the fridge or freezer. Thaw frozen food in the fridge. This will ensure safer defrosting of foods and reduce the work of the refrigeration unit. Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods, or opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet, and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often. Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly. To obtain the best results from your appliance, neither hot foods nor liquids, which may evaporate should be placed in the larder compartment. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it straight away. The use of an insulated container is advisable. When you arrive home place the frozen food in the freezer immediately. Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your fridge as short as possible. Do not push food together too much; try to allow air to circulate around each item. Do not store food uncovered. Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before putting it into the fridge freezer. 6 Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labeled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best. Remove suspect food from your fridge freezer and clean, refer to Maintenance and Cleaning. Do not put any newly introduced food for freezing near to already frozen food Food and drinks, which have a strong odor, may affect other foods and drinks if not stored correctly. In the Event of a Power Failure If there is a power failure during the stora ...