ZRG16604WA - Fridge ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZRG16604WA ZANUSSI

Care and cleaning 43 Troubleshooting 44 Installation 46 Technical information 48 Garantie, Garanzia, Guarantee 48 Subject to change without notice. Safety information Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect installation and use causes injuries and damages. Always keep the instructions with the appliance for future reference. Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 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.

• Do not let children play with the appliance.

• Keep all packaging away from children.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. General Safety

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: – Farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments – By clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast and other residential type environments

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. www.zanussi.com 39• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.

• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• If the appliance is equipped with an Ice maker or a water dispenser, fill them with potable water only.

• If the appliance requires a water connection, connect it to potable water supply only.

• The inlet water pressure (minimum and maximum) must be between 1 bar (0,1 MPa) and 10 bar (1 MPa) Safety Instructions Installation WARNING! Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.

• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

• Obey the installation instruction supplied with the appliance.

• Always be careful when you move the appliance because it is heavy. Always wear safety gloves.

• Make sure the air can circulate around the appliance.

• Wait at least 4 hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply. This is to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

• Do not install the appliance close to radiators or cookers, oven or hobs.

• The rear of the appliance must stand against the wall.

• Do not install the appliance where there is direct sunlight.

• Do not install this appliance in areas that are too humid or too colds, such as the construction appendices, garages or wine cellars. Electrical connection WARNING! Risk of fire and electrical shock.

• The appliance must be earthed.

• All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.

• Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate agrees with the power supply. If not contact an electrician. 40 www.zanussi.com• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.

• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

• Make sure not to cause damage to the electrical components (e.g. mains plug, mains cable, compressor). Contact the Service or an electrician to change the electrical components.

• The mains cable must stay below the level of the mains plug.

• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.

• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug. Use WARNING! Risk of injury, burns, electrical shock or fire.

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.

• Do not put electrical appliances (e.g. ice cream makers) in the appliance unless they are stated applicable by the manufacturer.

• Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit. It contains isobutane (R600a), a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility. This gas is flammable.

• If damage occurs to the refrigerant circuit, make sure that there are no flames and sources of ignition in the room. Ventilate the room.

• Do not let hot items to touch the plastic parts of the appliance.

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance.

• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.

• Do not touch the compressor or the condenser. They are hot. Internal light

• The type of light bulb or halogen lamp used for this appliance, is only for household appliances. Do not use it for house lighting. Care and cleaning WARNING! Risk of injury or damage to the appliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

• This appliance contains hydrocarbons in the cooling unit. Only a qualified person must do the maintenance and the recharging of the unit.

• Regularly examine the drain of the appliance and if necessary, clean it. If the drain is blocked, defrosted water collects in the bottom of the appliance. Disposal WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.

• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.

• Remove the door to prevent children and pets to be closed inside of the appliance.

• The refrigerant circuit and the insulation materials of this appliance are ozone-friendly.

• The insulation foam contains flammable gas. Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the appliance correctly.

• Do not cause damage to the part of the cooling unit that is near the heat exchanger. Operation Switching on Insert the electrical plug into a wall socket. Turn the temperature regulator clockwise to a medium setting. Switching off To turn off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to the "O" position. Temperature regulation The temperature is automatically regulated. www.zanussi.com 41To operate the appliance, proceed as follows:

• turn the Temperature regulator towards lower settings to obtain the minimum coldness.

• turn the Temperature regulator towards higher settings to obtain the maximum coldness. A medium setting is generally the most suitable. However, the exact setting should be chosen keeping in mind that the temperature inside the appliance depends on:

• how often the lid is opened

• the quantity of food stored

• the location of the appliance. If the ambient temperature is high or the appliance is fully loaded, and the appliance is set to the lowest temperature, 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 consumption. First use Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and some neutral soap to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dried thoroughly. CAUTION! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. Daily use WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. Movable shelves The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired. Positioning the door shelves To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be placed at different heights.

1. Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of

the arrows until it comes free.

2. Reposition as required.

Hints and tips Normal operating sounds The following sounds are normal during operation:

• A faint gurgling and bubbling sound from coils sound when refrigerant is pumped.

• A whirring and pulsating sound from the compressor when refrigerant is pumped.

• A sudden cracking noise from inside appliance caused by thermic dilatation (a natural and not dangerous physical phenomenon). 42 www.zanussi.com• A faint click noise from the temperature regulator when the compressor switches on or off. 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 temperature and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice on the evaporator. If this happens, set the Temperature Regulator toward warmer settings to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption.

• If foreseen, do not remove the cold accumulators from the freezer basket. Hints for fresh food refrigeration To obtain the best performance:

• do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator

• do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour

• position food so that air can circulate freely around it Hints for refrigeration Useful hints:

• Meat (all types) : wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.

• For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.

• Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc..: these should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.

• Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided.

• Butter and cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.

• Bottles: these need a cap and should be stored on the door bottle shelf.

• Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator. Care and cleaning WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. General warnings CAUTION! Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. The accessories and parts of the appliance are not suitable for washing in a dishwasher. Periodic cleaning CAUTION! Do not pull, move or damage any pipes and/or cables inside the cabinet. Take care of not to damage the cooling system. When moving the cabinet, lift it by the front edge to avoid scratching the floor. The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

1. Clean the inside and accessories with

lukewarm water and some neutral soap.

2. Regularly check the door seals and wipe

clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris.

3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

4. If accessible, clean the condenser and the

compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush. This operation will improve the performance of the appliance and save electricity consumption. www.zanussi.com 43Defrosting of the refrigerator Frost is automatically eliminated from the evaporator of the refrigerator compartment every time the motor compressor stops, during normal use. The defrost water drains out through a trough into a special container at the back of the appliance, over the motor compressor, where it evaporates. It is important to periodically clean the defrost water drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator compartment channel to prevent the water overflowing and dripping onto the food inside. Use the special cleaner provided, which you will find already inserted into the drain hole. Periods of non-operation When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions:

1. Disconnect the appliance from electricity

3. Leave the door/doors open to prevent

unpleasant smells. WARNING! 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 a power failure. Troubleshooting WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. What to do if... Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance does not oper- ate. The appliance is switched off. Switch on the appliance. The mains plug is not connec- ted to the mains socket cor- rectly. Connect the mains plug to the mains socket correctly. There is no voltage in the mains socket. Connect a different electrical appliance to the mains socket. Contact a qualified electrician. The appliance is noisy. The appliance is not supported properly. Check if the appliance stands stable. The lamp does not work. The lamp is in stand-by. Close and open the door. The lamp is defective. Refer to "Replacing the lamp". The compressor operates con- tinually. Temperature is set incorrectly. Refer to "Operation" chapter. 44 www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution Many food products to be fro- zen were put in at the same time. Wait some hours and then check the temperature again. The room temperature is too high. Refer to climate class chart on the rating plate. Food products placed in the appliance were too warm. Allow food products to cool to room temperature before stor- ing. The door is not closed correct- ly. Refer to "Closing the door". Water flows into the refrigera- tor. The water outlet is clogged. Clean the water outlet. Food products prevent that water flows into the water col- lector. Make sure that food products do not touch the rear plate. Door is misaligned or interferes with ventilation grill. The appliance is not levelled. Refer to "Levelling". The temperature in the appli- ance is too low/too high. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher/lower tempera- ture. The door is not closed correct- ly. Refer to "Closing the door". The food products' tempera- ture is too high. Let the food products temper- ature decrease to room tem- perature before storage. Many food products are stored at the same time. Store less food products at the same time. The door has been opened of- ten. Open the door only if necessa- ry. There is no cold air circulation in the appliance. Make sure that there is cold air circulation in the appliance. Replacing the lamp Disconnect the plug from the mains socket.

1. Remove the screw from the lamp cover.

2. Remove the lamp cover (refer to the

3. Replace the used lamp with a new lamp of

the same power and specifically designed www.zanussi.com 45for household appliances (the maximum power is shown on the lamp cover).

4. Install the lamp cover.

5. Tighten the screw to the lamp cover.

6. Connect the plug to the mains socket.

Make sure that the light comes on. Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.

2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to

gaskets. Contact the Service Center. Installation WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. Positioning This appliance can be installed in a dry, well ventilated indoor where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: Climate class Ambient temperature 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 temperature 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 Rear spacers In the bag with the documentation, there are two spacers which must be fitted as shown in the figure.

1. Fit the spacers into the holes. Make sure

that the arrow (A) is positioned as shown in the picture. 45˚

2. Turn counter-clockwise the spacers through

45° until they lock into place. Levelling When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet at the bottom in front. Location CAUTION! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation. The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. Ensure that air can circulate 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 cabinet and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm . Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. 46 www.zanussi.comAccurate levelling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet. min. 100 mm 15 mm 15 mm Door reversibility WARNING! Before carrying out any operations, remove the plug from the power socket. CAUTION! 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 operations.

1. Unscrew both screws on the rear side.

2. Push back the top and lift it.

3. Unscrew the left foot.

4. Unscrew the screws of the door bottom

hinge. Remove the hinge. Put over the pin in the direction of the arrow.

5. Unscrew and install the screw on the

6. Install the hinge on the opposite side.

9. Remove the hinge. Put over the pin in the

direction of the arrow. Install the hinge on the opposite side.

11. Put the top in position.

12. Push front the top.

13. Screw both screws on the rear side.

14. Remove and install the handle on the

www.zanussi.com 47Do a final check to make sure that:

• All screws are tightened.

• The magnetic seal adheres to the cabinet.

• The door opens and closes correctly. 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. In case you do not want to carry out the above mentioned operations, contact the nearest After Sales Service Force. The After Sales Service 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 correspond 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. Directives. Technical information Technical data Height mm 850 Width mm 550 Depth mm 612 Voltage Volts 230-240 Frequency Hz 50 The technical information are situated in the rating plate on the external right side of the appliance and in the energy label.