Zanussi ZF 54 SI Freezer User Manual
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1. Pilot light green Thermostat control knob Fast freezing indicator light yellow Starting your appliance Insert the plug into the wall socket The appliance can be activated by turning the thermostat knob beyond the 16 C position When the pilot light is illuminated this shows that the appliance is on Freezer operation can be halted by turning knob to position Temperature control The temperature inside the freezer is regulated by a thermostat with 5 temperature positions and one OFF position Position 16 C minimum cold Position 24 C maximum cold Turn the thermostat dial to the required position An intermediate position 18 C is usually the most suitable although the temperature will be affected by e Room temperature e How often the door is opened e How much food is stored e Position of the appliance In determining the correct temperature control setting all these factors have to be considered and some experimentation may be necessary To obtain a lower temperature turn the thermostat control to the higher numbers to obtain a higher Push button for fast freezing Warning light red temperature turn the control to the lower numbers When altering the temperature setting allow 24 hours for the temperature to stablise before making further changes Warning light red If the temperature warning light lights up it indicates that the temperat2. D200 13 Door reversal Before carrying out the operations described below pull out the mains plug from the wall socket To carry out this reversal go through the following steps 1 Gently lay the appliance on its back with the top held away from the floor by 5 8 cm 2 3 inches of packing 2 Remove the bottom door hinge 5 3 Remove the door 4 by opening it and pulling it gently downwards to remove it from the top hinge pin 2 4 Unscrew the top hinge pin 2 from the top hinge 1 and replace it in the opposite hole on the left hand side 5 Unscrew the foot at the base 6 of the appliance and refit it on the opposite side 6 Refit the door and the bottom hinge 5 to the left hand side When positioning the bottom hinge blade on the reverse side the securing screws will require a degree of exersion when fitting It is therefore advisable to lubricate the screw tips before starting this operation Important After completion of the door reversal operation verify that the door gasket is sealing onto the cabinet If the ambient temperature is cold i e in Winter the gasket may not fit perfectly to the cabinet In that case wait for the natural fitting of the gasket or accelerate this process by heating up the part involved with a normal hairdryer on a low setting ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety
3. ZANUSSI FREEZER ZF 54 W ZF 54 SI INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 2222696 91 CONTENTS Instructions for the User Important Safety Instructions Description of the Appliance Operation Before use Starting your appliance Temperature control Warning light red Freezing fresh food Frozen food storage Freezing calendar Thawing Ice making Normal Operating Sound Health and Safety Guidelines Defrosting Maintenance and Cleaning Internal cleaning External cleaning When the appliance is not in use Something Not Working Service and Spare Parts Customer Care Department Guarantee Conditions ooo O CO N 11 11 12 Instructions for the Installer Technical Specifications 13 Installation 13 Positioning 13 Door reversal 14 Electrical Connection 15 A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance Your safety is of paramount importance If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department Prior to Installation Check the appliance for transport damage Under no circumstance should a damaged appliance be installed In the event of damage please contact your retailer 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 Ens
4. Centre 15 E E C Directive 73 23 EEC of 19 2 73 Low Voltage Directive and subsequent amendments 87 308 EEC of 2 6 87 relative to radio interference suppression and subsequent amendments 89 336 EEC of 3 5 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and subsequent amendments C This appliance complies with the following Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of breakdown GREEN amp YELLOW 13 AMP FUSE 2 From the Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice The Electrolux Group is the world s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers washing machines vacuum cleaners chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world Electrolux plc 2002
5. TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG SMELL Important Do not use abrasive products External cleaning Wash the outer cabinet door with warm soapy water Do NOT use abrasive products Once or twice a year dust the condenser black grill i CONDENSER and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush or vacuum cleaner see figure You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched OFF An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of COMPRESSOR the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption When the appliance is not in use When the appliance is not in use for long periods disconnect from the electricity supply empty all foods and clean the appliance leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells SOMETHING NOT WORKING Before contacting your local Service Force Centre check the following points IMPORTANT If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee No power to appliance Check there is power at the socket Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights Check the fuse has not blown The temperature in the freezer is too high Check the thermostat control knob is turned to the correct setting relative to ambie
6. uncovered m The best way to defrost food is to put it in the refrigerator to thaw slowly m Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best a Itis important that food is used before its best before date m Always wash your hands with soapy water and dry them with a clean towel before handling food m Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross contamination by not using the same work surface or knife without washing them thoroughly in between m The foods to be frozen must be fresh and of the best quality m The size of each pack should be small enough to ensure that it is used in one go Small packs freeze more quickly and uniformly and give better results m Frozen food once thawed must not be refrozen Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food salt reduces the storage time a Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and provide an airtight seal mg Packaging which is swollen or has traces of refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate that the product has not been kept at a suitable temperature and that it may have lost its original quality Partially thawed food must not be refrozen it must be consumed within 24 hours Never exceed the storage time indicated m Never place hot food bottles or cans of fizzy drink in the freezer as they may explode Containers with a l
7. Kingdom m Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment plus those which are subject to rental agreements m Products of Zanussi manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications m The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product m The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products m This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user m Your new home is within European Community EC or European Free Trade Area m The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically i e a normal household m The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre listed below to give them details of your new home They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliance France Senlis 33 0 3 44 62 29 29 Germany Nurnberg 49 0 800 234 7378 Italy Pordenone 39 0 0434 39 4700 Sweden Stockholm 46 0 8 672 53 90 UK Slough 44 0 1753 219897 12 G TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm Width 54 5 cm De
8. d be damaged by a short circuit For this reason do not place frozen goods on top of the appliance Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer as they can burst when the contents freeze m Manufacturers recommended storage times should be adhered to Refer to relevant instructions Maintenance and Cleaning m Before cleaning always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply mg When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket do not pull on the cable Servicing m This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used m Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Contact your local Service Force Centre At the end of the Appliance Life m When disposing of your appliance use an authorised disposal site m Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or catches are removed to prevent young children being trapped inside i DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE Freezer controls Compartment for frozen food storage Compartment for freezing fresh food Gi OPERATION Before use Remove all securing tapes Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda 5 ml to 0 5 litre of water Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger Dry thoroughly Freezer controls
9. d recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians Take utmost care when handling your appliance so as not to cause any damages to the cooling unit with consequent possible fluid leakages The appliance must not be located close to radiators or boilers Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight Do not use other electrical appliances such as ice cream makers inside of refrigerating appliances During Use This appliance is designed for domestic use only specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs 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 freezer 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 Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp wet as this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns Placing frozen goods on the top of the appliance can lead to the accumulation of condensation in the cavity of the storage tray through contact with the cold Electronic components are housed within this cavity If condensation should drip onto these components the appliance coul
10. e frozen food packs during defrosting may shorten their storage life Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the evaporator as you could damage the appliance beyond repair Important In the event of a power failure causing the temperature within your freezer to rise do not re freeze the food without checking its condition The following guidelines should assist you Ice cream once thawed should be discarded Fruits amp Vegetables if soft should be cooked and used up Breads amp Cakes can be re frozen without danger Shellfish should be refrigerated and used up quickly Cooked Dishes i e casseroles should be refrigerated and used up Large Pieces of Meat can be re frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them Small Joints should be cooked and can then be re frozen as cooked dishes Chicken should also be cooked and re frozen as a cooked dish G MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before any maintenance or cleaning work is ene out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply Warning This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians Internal cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda 5ml to 0 5 litre of water Rinse and dry thoroughly NEVER USE DETERGENTS ABRASIVE POWDERS HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING PRODUCTS OR WAX POLISHES
11. esh and thoroughly cleaned foodstuffs Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is already frozen During the freezing process ensure that the freezer door remains closed Frozen food storage When you first start the freezer or if the freezer has been out of use for some time we advise you to run your appliance for at least two hours in the fast freeze mode before storing frozen food To obtain the best performance from this appliance we strongly recommend that you make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer and furthermore be sure that these frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the consumer in the shortest possible time a temperature increase of the frozen food could shorten its storage period It is also advisable not to exceed the storage period indicated by the producer of the food Finally do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than is absolutely necessary G In the event of a power failure the appliance automatically starts again in fast freeze mode If the fast freeze function is not ended manually the appliance electronics switch off the fast freeze function after 5 hours The yellow light 3 goes out Important Do not put carbonated liquids fizzy drinks etc in the freezer compartment Ice lollies if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer can possibly result in a low temperature skin burn Do not
12. id must not be filled to the brim m Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in the freezer next to food which is already frozen as this could cause the temperature of the frozen food to rise and its quality and storage life to reduce G DEFROSTING The freezer compartment will become progressively covered with frost This should be removed with the special plastic scraper provided whenever the thickness of the frost exceeds 1 4 During this operation it is not necessary to switch off the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs However when the ice becomes very thick on the inner liner complete defrosting should be carried out and it is advisable to carry out this operation when the appliance is empty To carry out complete defrosting proceed as follows 1 Remove any stored food wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place 2 Turn the thermostat control knob to the setting 3 Leave the door open and insert the plastic scraper in the special location to act as an extension channel pull out the drawer to collect the defrost water see Fig 4 When defrosting is completed dry the interior thoroughly Keep the scraper for future use Turn the thermostat control knob to a medium setting 18 C and after letting the appliance run for at least two hours in the fast freeze mode replace the previously removed food into the compartments Important A temperature rise of th
13. ineer has repaired the appliance 10 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS In the event of your appliance requiring service or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning 08705 929929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force please visit the website at www serviceforce co uk Before calling out an engineer please ensure you have read the details under the heading Something Not Working SERVICEOFORCE When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details 1 Your name address and post code 2 Your telephone number 3 Clear and concise details of the fault 4 The model and serial number of the appliance found on the rating plate 5 The purchase date Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi products please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www zanussi co uk Customer Care Department Zanussi 55 77 High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ 08705 727727 calls to this number may be recorded for train
14. ing purposes 11 GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We Zanussi undertake that if within 12 months of the date of purchase this Zanussi appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials we will at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour materials or carriage on condition that m The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate m The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions m The appliance has not been serviced maintained repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us m All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Zanussi Service Force Centre m Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company s property m This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Home visits are made between 8 30am and 5 30pm Monday to Friday Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged Exclusions This guarantee does not cover m Damage or calls resulting from transportation improper use or neglect the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United
15. measure not be observed If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted Remove the fuse from the cut off plug The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of your home A Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you fit your own plug the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows Connect the Green and the Yellow earth wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow Connect the blue neutral wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured black Connect the brown live wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured red The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse For replacement use a 13amp BS1362 fuse Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used The plug must not be used if the fuse cover carrier is lost The cover carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug A replacement cover carrier must be obtained from your local Service Force
16. nt conditions Check the ambient temperature is within the appliances operating limits of 10 C to 32 C Relocate the appliance if necessary The freezer door will not open Has door just been opened If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise The compressor runs continuously Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct temperature control See page 5 Check that the door is closed Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet and or door is frequently opened Check that air ventilation is not obstructed Excessive frost and ice has built up Ensure the door is not left open Check that nothing is preventing the door from closing Is the door gasket intact and clean Has advised periodic defrosting been carried out Refer to normal operating sounds If after the above checks there is still a fault call your local Service Force Centre In guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in guarantee service calls Malfunctions If the electronics in the appliance have detected a fault that prevents the ACTUAL temperature being measured the warning light in the temperature display will flash The appliance will continue to function using a backup program until your local Service Force Eng
17. ozen Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen Ice making Fill each compartment of the ice tray 3 4full with water and place it in the freezer To release the ice cubes twist the tray along its length Never use a sharp instrument to remove ice from the tray Normal Operating Sounds You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing at the rear to the fixed freezer shelves When the compressor is on the refrigerant is being pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or pulsating noise from the compressor A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES Because of consumer demand preservatives have been removed from many pre prepared foods This together with the changes in shopping habits to a once a week shop mean that safe handling and storage of food is even more important than ever The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible m Keep the freezer door closed as much as possible m Do not push food together too much try to allow air to circulate around each item Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do NOT place in the freezer until cool Leave food in a place as cool as possible in order that it can then be placed in the refrigerator as soon as possible Do not store food
18. pth 60 cm POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY 220 240 V 50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 110 W AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY 0 77 kWh GROSS CAPACITY 110 NET CAPACITY 100 STAR RATING HK This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN153 Actual consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located INSTALLATION Positioning For this appliance to work efficiently it must not be located where the temperatures will fall below 10 C 50 F or rise above 32 C 90 F e g conservatories For correct operation this appliance must be located in a dry atmosphere away from heat sources e g cookers radiators boilers and direct sunlight You should also ensure that air can circulate freely around the back and the top of the cabinet There should be 100mm 4 between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture Alternatively allow 50mm 2 between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture and a gap of 25mm 1 on either side of the appliance Do not obstruct the space underneath The back of the cabinet may be placed close to the wall but must not touch it DO NOT install in places with restricted ventilation Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the adjustable foot or feet at the bottom of the cabinet using your fingers 50 100 mm SG LLL L
19. remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp wet as this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen food do not open the door during the whole time of the power failure If the freezer is fully loaded the frozen food will not be affected if the power cut is of short duration otherwise it is recommended to consume the food within a very short time If required to accomodate large items the wire shelf in the central compartment can be removed to make use of the appliance s full volume To remove the bottom drawer proceed as follows pull the drawer out until it comes to a stop then tilt it upwards see figure Freezing calendar The symbols on the drawers show different types of frozen goods The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre treating before freezing Thawing Frozen food prior to being used can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature depending on the time available Small food items may even be cooked from frozen in this case cooking will take longer Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be eaten as soon as possible or thrown away Alternatively if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refr
20. ure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable Important if the supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by a cable available from the manufacturer or 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 Refrigerant The refrigerant isobutane R600a is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility which is nevertheless flammable During transportation and installation of the appliance be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged avoid open flames and sources of ignition thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appli ance is situated Child Safety Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product There is a risk of suffocation Keep packaging material away from children General Safety This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit maintenance an
21. ure within the freezer has reached a level where safe food storage is no longer ensured warmer than 12 C When the freezer is first switched on the warning light will stay on until the temperature has dropped to a safe level for the storage of frozen food Freezing fresh food In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 12 kg of fresh food Activate fast freeze by depressing the fast freeze button for more than one second 24 hours before you want to freeze your fresh food the yellow light illuminates This time can be shortened depending on the quantity of food to be frozen After the time has elapsed place the food to be frozen in the top compartment of the freezer as this is the coldest part In the top compartment products must only be stacked up to the mark on the cabinet wall so as to ensure that air circulation is not obstructed You should never freeze more than 12 Kg of fresh food at anyone time Once the food is completely frozen which could take up to 24 hours the fast freeze function can be ended manually by depressing the button again for more than one second The yellow light goes out If the fast freeze function is not ended manually the appliance electronics switch off the fast freeze function after 48 hours The yellow light 3 goes out Distribute the frozen food packages in the other compartments so that the top compartment can be used for a further freezing operation Only freeze top quality fr
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