ZRX71100 - Fridge ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZRX71100 ZANUSSI

Subject to change without notice.

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the

correct use, before installing and first using

the appliance, read this user manual carefully,

including its hints and warnings. To avoid un-

necessary mistakes and accidents, it is impor-

tant to ensure that all people using the appli-

ance are thoroughly familiar with its operation

and safety features. Save these instructions

and make sure that they remain with the appli-

ance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone

using it through its life will be properly in-

formed on appliance use and safety.

For the safety of life and property keep the

precautions of these user's instructions as the

manufacturer is not responsible for damages

Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or

lack of experience and knowledge, unless

they have been given supervision or instruc-

tion concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

• Keep all packaging well away from children.

There is risk of suffocation.

• If you are discarding the appliance pull the

plug out of the socket, cut the connection

cable (as close to the appliance as you can)

and remove the door to prevent playing chil-

dren to suffer electric shock or to close

• If this appliance featuring magnetic door

seals is to replace an older appliance having

a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be

sure to make that spring lock unusable be-

fore you discard the old appliance. This will

prevent it from becoming a death trap for a

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance en-

closure or in the built-in structure, clear of ob-

• The appliance is intended for keeping food-

stuff and/or beverages in a normal house-

hold and similar applications such as:

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and

other working environments;

– farm houses and by clients in hotels, mo-

tels and other residential type environ-

– bed and breakfast type environments;

– catering and similar non-retail applica-

• Do not use a mechanical device or any artifi-

cial means to speed up the thawing proc-

• Do not use other electrical appliances (such

as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating

appliances, unless they are approved for

this purpose by the manufacturer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is con-

tained within the refrigerant circuit of the ap-

pliance, a natural gas with a high level of en-

vironmental compatibility, which is neverthe-

www.zanussi.comDuring transportation and installation of the

appliance, be certain that none of the com-

ponents of the refrigerant circuit become

If the refrigerant circuit should become

– avoid open flames and sources of ignition

– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the

appliance is situated

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or

modify this product in any way. Any damage

to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire

and/or electric shock.

Warning! Any electrical component

(power cord, plug, compressor) must be

replaced by a certified service agent or quali-

fied service personnel to avoid hazard.

1. Power cord must not be lengthened.

2. Make sure that the power plug is not

squashed or damaged by the back of

the appliance. A squashed or damaged

power plug may overheat and cause a

3. Make sure that you can come to the

mains plug of the appliance.

4. Do not pull the mains cable.

5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not

insert the power plug. There is a risk of

electric shock or fire.

6. You must not operate the appliance

without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be tak-

• Do not remove nor touch items from the

freezer compartment if your hands are

damp/wet, as this could cause skin abra-

sions or frost/freezer burns.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance

• Bulb lamps (if foreseen) used in this appli-

ance are special purpose lamps selected for

household appliances use only. They are not

suitable for household room illumination.

• Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in the

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the

appliance, because they may explode.

• Appliance's manufacturers storage recom-

mendations should be strictly adhered to.

Refer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in

the ice-maker compartment as it creates

pressure on the container, which may cause

it to explode, resulting in damage to the ap-

• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed

straight from the appliance.

• Before maintenance, switch off the appli-

ance and disconnect the mains plug from

• Do not clean the appliance with metal ob-

• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost

from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.

• Never use a hair drier or other heating appli-

ances to speed up defrosting. Excessive

heat may damage the plastic interior, and

humidity could enter the electric system

Important! For electrical connection carefully

follow the instructions given in specific

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are

damages on it. Do not connect the appli-

ance if it is damaged. Report possible dam-

ages immediately to the place you bought it.

In that case retain packing.

• It is advisable to wait at least four hours be-

fore connecting the appliance to allow the

oil to flow back in the compressor.

• Adequate air circulation should be around

the appliance, lacking this leads to over-

heating. To achieve sufficient ventilation fol-

low the instructions relevant to installation.

www.zanussi.com• Wherever possible the back of the product

should be against a wall to avoid touching

or catching warm parts (compressor, con-

denser) to prevent possible burn.

• The appliance must not be located close to

radiators or cookers.

• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible

after the installation of the appliance.

• Connect to potable water supply only (If a

water connection is foreseen).

• Any electrical work required to do the serv-

icing of the appliance should be carried out

by a qualified electrician or competent per-

• This product must be serviced by an author-

ized Service Centre, and only genuine spare

Environment Protection

This appliance does not contain gasses

which could damage the ozone layer, in

either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materi-

als. The appliance shall not be discarded to-

gether with the urban refuse and rubbish. The

insulation foam contains flammable gases: the

appliance shall be disposed according to the

applicable regulations to obtain from your local

authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit,

especially at the rear near the heat exchanger.

The materials used on this appliance marked

Insert the plug into the wall socket.

Turn the Temperature regulator clockwise to a

The Temperature Regulator is situated on the

side of the cabinet.

To turn off the appliance, turn the Temperature

regulator to the "O" position.

Temperature regulation

The temperature is automatically regulated.

To operate the appliance, proceed as follows:

• turn the Temperature regulator toward lower

settings to obtain the minimum coldness.

• turn the Temperature regulator toward high-

er settings to obtain the maximum coldness.

In the ice-making compartment -2 ºC or

lower temperature can be reached if the

Temperature regulator is set according to fol-

However, the exact setting should be chosen

keeping in mind that the temperature inside

the appliance depends on:

• how often the door is opened

• the quantity of food stored

• the location of the appliance.

Important! If the ambient temperature is high

or the appliance is fully loaded, and the

appliance is set to the lowest temperatures, it

may run continuously causing frost to form on

the rear wall. In this case the dial must be set

to a higher temperature to allow automatic

defrosting and therefore reduced energy

www.zanussi.comFirst use

Cleaning the interior

Before using the appliance for the first time,

wash the interior and all internal accessories

with lukewarm water and some neutral soap

so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-

new product, then dry thoroughly.

Important! Do not use detergents or abrasive

powders, as these will damage the finish.

Using of the ice-maker compartment

This appliance is equipped with an ice-maker

In the ice-maker compartment can be reached

-2 °C or lower temperature depending on set-

ting of thermostat control.

This compartment is suitable for making and

storing ice-cubes. (You can purchase the nee-

ded ice-cube tray from a specialist shop.)

Important! Do not use metallic instruments to

remove the ice-cube tray from the freezer.

Helpful hints and tips

Normal Operating Sounds

• You may hear a faint gurgling and a bub-

bling sound when the refrigerant is pumped

through the coils or tubing. This is correct.

• When the compressor is on, the refrigerant

is being pumped around and you will hear a

whirring sound and a pulsating noise from

the compressor. This is correct.

• The thermic dilatation might cause a sudden

cracking noise. It is natural, not dangerous

physical phenomenon. This is correct.

• When the compressor switches on or

switches off, you will hear a faint "click" of

the temperature regulator. This is correct.

Hints for energy saving

• Do not open the door frequently or leave it

open longer than absolutely necessary.

• If the ambient temperature is high and the

Temperature Regulator is set to low temper-

ature and the appliance is fully loaded, the

compressor may run continuously, causing

frost or ice on the evaporator. If this hap-

pens, set the Temperature Regulator toward

warmer settings to allow automatic defrost-

ing and so a saving in electricity consump-

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

To obtain the best performance:

• do not store warm food or evaporating liq-

uids in the refrigerator

• do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it

has a strong flavour

• position food so that air can circulate freely

Hints for refrigeration

Meat (all types) : wrap in polythene bags and

place on the glass shelf above the vegetable

For safety, store in this way only one or two

Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc.: these should

be covered and may be placed on any shelf.

Fruits and vegetables: these should be thor-

oughly cleaned and placed in the special

drawer(s) provided. When in contact, lemon

juice can discolor the plastic parts of your

fridge. It is therefore recommended to keep

citruses in separate containers.

Butter and cheese: these should be placed in

special airtight containers or wrapped in alumi-

nium foil or polythene bags to exclude as

much air as possible.

Bottles: these should have a cap and should

be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not

packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator.

www.zanussi.comHints for ice-maker compartment

• Water ices, if consumed immediately after

removal from the ice-maker compartment,

can possibly cause the skin to be freeze

• Do not open the ice-maker compartment

door too often and do not leave open longer

Caution! Unplug the appliance before

carrying out any maintenance operation.

This appliance contains hydrocarbons in

its cooling unit; maintenance and re-

charging must therefore only be carried out by

authorized technicians.

The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

• clean the inside and accessories with luke-

warm water and some neutral soap.

• regularly check the door seals and wipe

clean to ensure they are clean and free from

• rinse and dry thoroughly.

Important! Do not pull, move or damage any

pipes and/or cables inside the cabinet.

Never use detergents, abrasive powders,

highly perfumed cleaning products or wax

polishes to clean the interior as this will

damage the surface and leave a strong odour.

Clean the condenser (black grill) and the com-

pressor at the back of the appliance with a

brush. This operation will improve the perform-

ance of the appliance and save electricity con-

Important! Take care of not to damage the

Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners

contain chemicals that can attack/damage the

plastics used in this appliance. For this reason

it is recommended that the outer casing of this

appliance is only cleaned with warm water

with a little washing-up liquid added.

After cleaning, reconnect the equipment to the

Defrosting of the ice-maker

A certain amount of frost will always form

around the ice-maker compartment.

Important! Defrost the ice-maker

compartment when the frost layer reaches a

thickness of about 3-5 mm.

To remove the frost, do these steps:

1. Turn the Temperature regulator to the "0"

setting and disconnect the mains plug

from the mains socket.

2. Empty the ice box.

3. Leave the door of the appliance and ice-

maker compartment open.

4. Defrosting usually takes several hours.

When finished, pour defrost water gath-

ered out of the tray and wipe the surfaces

5. Insert the plug into the wall socket and

turn the thermostat control to a medium

Warning! Never use sharp metal tools to

scrape off frost from the evaporator as

you could damage it. Do not use a mechanical

device or any artificial means to speed up the

thawing process other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

Periods of non-operation

When the appliance is not in use for long peri-

ods, take the following precautions:

1. disconnect the appliance from electricity

3. defrost and clean the appliance and all

www.zanussi.com4. leave the door/doors open to prevent un-

Important! If the cabinet will be kept on, ask

somebody to check it once in a while to

prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of

Warning! Before troubleshooting,

disconnect the mains plug from the mains

Only a qualified electrician or competent

person must do the troubleshooting that is not

Important! There are some sounds during

normal use (compressor, refrigerant

Important! The appliance operates

discontinuously, so the stopping of

compressor does not mean being no current.

That is why you must not touch the electrical

parts of the appliance before breaking the

Problem Possible cause Solution

The appliance is noisy The appliance is not supported

Check if the appliance stands stable

(all the four feet should be on the

The appliance does not

The appliance is switched off. Switch on the appliance.

The mains plug is not connected

to the mains socket correctly.

Connect the mains plug to the

mains socket correctly.

The appliance has no power.

There is no voltage in the mains

Connect a different electrical appli-

ance to the mains socket.

Contact a qualified electrician.

The compressor operates

The temperature is not set correct-

Set a higher temperature.

The door is not closed correctly. Refer to "Closing the door".

The door has been opened too fre-

Do not keep the door open longer

The product temperature is too

Let the product temperature de-

crease to room temperature before

The room temperature is too high. Decrease the room temperature.

Water flows on the rear

plate of the refrigerator.

During the automatic defrosting

process, frost defrosts on the rear

The temperature in the ap-

The temperature regulator is not

Set a higher temperature.

The temperature in the ap-

pliance is too high.

The temperature regulator is not

Set a lower temperature.

The door is not closed correctly. Refer to "Closing the door".

www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution

The product temperature is too

Let the product temperature de-

crease to room temperature before

Many products are stored at the

Store less products at the same

The temperature in the re-

frigerator is too high.

There is no cold air circulation in

Make sure that there is cold air cir-

culation in the appliance.

There is too much frost. The door is not closed correctly. Refer to "Closing the door".

The temperature regulator is not

Set a higher temperature.

1. Clean the door gaskets.

2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to "In-

3. If necessary, replace the defective door

gaskets. Contact the Service Center.

Voltage 230 V Frequency 50 Hz

The technical information are situated in the

rating plate on the internal left side of the ap-

pliance and in the energy label.

Caution! Read the "Safety Information"

carefully for your safety and correct

operation of the appliance before installing the

This appliance should be installed in a dry,

well ventilated indoor where the ambient tem-

perature corresponds to the climate class indi-

cated on the rating plate of the appliance:

SN +10°C to + 32°C N +16°C to + 32°C ST +16°C to + 38°C T +16°C to + 43°C Some functional problems might occur for

some types of models when operating outside

of that range. The correct operation can only

be guaranteed within the specified tempera-

www.zanussi.comture range. If you have any doubts regarding

where to install the appliance, please turn to

the vendor, to our customer service or to the

nearest Service Centre

In the bag with the documentation, there are

two spacers which must be fitted as shown in

Using fine strokes of hammer put them in their

The appliance should be installed well away

from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers,

direct sunlight etc. Ensure that air can circu-

late freely around the back of the cabinet. To

ensure best performance, if the appliance is

positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the

minimum distance between the top of the cab-

inet and the wall unit must be at least 100

Ideally, however, the appliance should not be

positioned below overhanging wall units. Ac-

curate levelling is ensured by one or more ad-

justable feet at the base of the cabinet.

If the cabinet is placed in a corner and the

side with the hinges facing the wall, the dis-

tance between the wall and the cabinet must

be at least 10 mm to allow the door to open

enough so that the shelves can be removed.

Warning! It must be possible to

disconnect the appliance from the mains

power supply; the plug must therefore be

easily accessible after installation.

Important! To carry out the following

operations, we suggest that this be made with

another person that will keep a firm hold on

the doors of the appliance during the

To change the opening direction of the door,

from the power sock-

3. Unscrew the 2 re-

remove the hinge from

4. Take the door off.

fixing the lower door

screw fixing the lower

foot. Then remove the

foot as shown in the

fixing the foot oppo-

hinge in order to re-

ing foot on the oppo-

site side and then the

other loosened foot at

shown in the Figure.

lower foot is recog-

nizable by its 4 ribs

plastic blanking plugs

carefully, and refit

them in the holes left

by the hinge retaining

taining screws, taking

care that the edge of

the door is parallel

with side of the cabi-

plugs to the opposite

14. Level the appli-

ance, wait for at least

connect it to the pow-

Do a final check to make sure that:

• All screws are tightened.

• The door opens and closes correctly.

If the ambient temperature is cold (i.e. in Win-

ter), the gasket may not fit perfectly to the cab-

inet. In that case, wait for the natural fitting of

In case you do not want to carry out the above

mentioned operations, contact the nearest Af-

ter Sales Service Force. The After Sales Serv-

ice specialist will carry out the reversibility of

the doors at your cost.

Electrical connection

Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage

and frequency shown on the rating plate cor-

respond to your domestic power supply.

The appliance must be earthed. The power

supply cable plug is provided with a contact

for this purpose. If the domestic power supply

socket is not earthed, connect the appliance

to a separate earth in compliance with current

regulations, consulting a qualified electrician.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility if

the above safety precautions are not observed.

This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Direc-

www.zanussi.comEnvironmental concerns

Recycle the materials with the symbol . Put

the packaging in applicable containers to

Help protect the environment and human

health and to recycle waste of electrical and

electronic appliances. Do not dispose

appliances marked with the symbol

household waste. Return the product to your

local recycling facility or contact your

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