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USER MANUAL ZBT23420SR ZANUSSI

Manual de instrucciones 58 Fridge-Freezer Réfrigérateur/congélateur Kühl-Gefrierschrank Frigorifero-Congelatore Frigorífico-congelador ZBT23420SRContents Safety instructions _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 Operation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 5 Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 7 What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 8 Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10 Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10 Environmental concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 14 Subject to change without notice. Safety instructions In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, in- cluding its hints and warnings. To avoid unnec- essary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. For the safety of life and property keep the pre- cautions of these user's instructions as the man- ufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission. Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by per- sons (including children) with reduced physi- cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction con- cerning use of the appliance by a person re- sponsible 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 ca- ble (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing chil- dren to suffer electric shock or to close them- selves into it.

• 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 before you discard the old appliance. This will pre- vent it from becoming a death trap for a child. General safety Warning! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance en- closure or in the built-in structure, clear of ob- struction.

• The appliance is intended for keeping food- stuff and/or beverages in a normal household 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- ments; – bed and breakfast type environments; – catering and similar non-retail applications.

• Do not use a mechanical device or any artifi- cial means to speed up the thawing process.

• 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 envi- ronmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the compo- nents of the refrigerant circuit become dam- aged.

www.zanussi.comIf the refrigerant circuit should become dam- aged: – 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 (pow- er cord, plug, compressor) must be re- placed by a certified service agent or qualified 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 pow- er plug may overheat and cause a fire.

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 with-

out the lamp cover (if foreseen) of interior lighting.

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/ wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

• 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. Daily Use

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

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance, because they may explode.

• Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall. (If the appliance is Frost Free)

• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.

• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instruc- tions.

• Appliance's manufacturers storage recom- mendations should be strictly adhered to. Re- fer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to ex- plode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance. Care and cleaning

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

• Do not clean the appliance with metal ob- jects.

• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.

• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appliance. Installation Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages 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 overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the in- structions 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, condens- er) 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). Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servic- ing of the appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

• This product must be serviced by an author- ized Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts must be used. Environment Protection This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in ei- ther its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insula- tion foam contains flammable gases: the appli- ance shall be disposed according to the appli- cable regulations to obtain from your local au- thorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, espe- cially at the rear near the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable. Operation Switching on Insert the plug into the 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. To operate the appliance, proceed as follows:

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

• turn the Temperature regulator toward 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 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 consumption. First 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.

www.zanussi.comDaily use Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh foods it is not necessary to change the medium setting. However, for a faster freezing operation, turn the temperature regulator toward higher settings to obtain the maximum coldness. Important! In this condition, the refrigerator compartment temperature might drop below 0°C. If this occurs reset the temperature regulator to a warmer setting. Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compart- ment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings. Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooling). Thawing Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer. Ice-cube production This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Important! Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. Temperature Indicator Important! This appliance is sold in France. In accordance with regulations valid in this country it must be provided with a special de- vice (see figure) placed in the lower compart- ment of the fridge to indicate the coldest zone of it.

www.zanussi.comMovable shelves The walls of the re- frigerator are equip- ped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be posi- tioned as desired. Important! Do not move the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer to ensure cor- rect air circulation. Positioning the door shelves To permit storage of food packages of var- ious sizes, the door shelves can be placed at different heights. Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then re- position as required. Helpful hints and tips 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 tempera- ture 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 warm- er settings to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption. 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 thorough- ly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided. 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. Milk 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. Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing proc- ess, here are some important hints:

• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate;

• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No fur- ther food to be frozen should be added dur- ing this period;

• only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs;

• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;

www.zanussi.com• wrap up the food in aluminium foil or poly- thene and make sure that the packages are airtight;

• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter;

• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;

• water ices, if consumed immediately after re- moval from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;

• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time. Hints for storage of frozen food To obtain the best performance from this appli- ance, you should:

• make sure that the commercially frozen food- stuffs were adequately stored by the retailer;

• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the short- est possible time;

• not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary;

• once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen;

• do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer. Care and cleaning 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. Periodic cleaning 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 debris.

• 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- sumption. Important! Take care of not to damage the cooling system. Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners con- tain chemicals that can attack/damage the plas- tics used in this appliance. For this reason it is recommended that the outer casing of this ap- pliance is only cleaned with warm water with a little washing-up liquid added. After cleaning, reconnect the equipment to the mains supply. Defrosting the refrigerator Frost is automatically eliminated from the evapo- rator of the refrigerator compartment every time the motor compressor stops, during normal use. The defrost water drains out through a drain hole into a special container at the back of the appliance, over the motor compressor, where it evaporates.

www.zanussi.comIt is important to peri- odically clean the de- frost water drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator compart- ment channel to pre- vent the water over- flowing and dripping onto the food inside. Defrosting the freezer A certain amount of frost will always form on the freezer shelves and around the top compartment. Important! Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm. To remove the frost, do these steps:

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several

layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place.

3. Leave the door open.

4. When defrosting is completed, dry the inte-

rior thoroughly and refit the plug.

5. Switch on the appliance.

6. Set the temperature regulator to obtain the

maximum coldness and run the appliance for two or three hours using this setting.

7. Reload the previously removed food into

the compartment. Important! 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. A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life. Periods of non-operation When the appliance is not in use for long peri- ods, take the following precautions:

• disconnect the appliance from electrici- ty supply

• defrost (if foreseen) and clean the appliance and all accessories

• leave the door/doors ajar to prevent unpleas- ant smells. If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food in- side from spoiling in case of a power failure. What to do if… Warning! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Only a qualified electrician or competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual. Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation). Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance does not op- erate. The lamp does not operate. 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.

www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution The appliance has no power. There is no voltage in the mains socket. Connect a different electrical appli- ance to the mains socket. Contact a qualified electrician. 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 continually. The temperature is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The door is not closed correctly. Refer to "Closing the door". The door has been opened too fre- quently. Do not keep the door open longer than necessary. The product temperature is too high. Let the product temperature de- crease to room temperature before storage. 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 plate. This is correct. Water flows into the refrig- erator. The water outlet is clogged. Clean the water outlet. Products prevent that water flows into the water collector. Make sure that products do not touch the rear plate. Water flows on the ground. The melting water outlet does not flow in the evaporative tray above the compressor. Attach the melting water outlet to the evaporative tray. The temperature in the ap- pliance is too low. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The temperature in the ap- pliance is too high. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a lower temperature. Replacing the lamp Caution! Disconnect the plug from the mains socket.

www.zanussi.comRemove the screw from the lamp cover. Remove the lamp cover (refer to the il- lustration). Replace the used lamp with a new lamp of the same power and specifically de- signed for household appliances (the maxi- mum power is shown on the lamp cover). Install the lamp cover. Tighten the screw to the lamp cover. Connect the plug to the mains socket. Open the door. Make sure that the light comes on. Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.

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

gaskets. Contact the Service Center. Technical data Dimension of the recess Height 1446 mm Width 560 mm Depth 550 mm Rising Time 20 h Voltage 230-240 V Frequency 50 Hz The technical information are situated in the rat- ing plate on the internal left side of the appli- ance and in the energy label. Installation Caution! Read the "Safety Information" carefully for your safety and correct operation of the appliance before installing the appliance. Positioning Install this appliance at a location where the am- bient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appli- ance:

www.zanussi.comClimate 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 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 sup- ply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a sepa- rate earth in compliance with current regula- tions, 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- tives. Door reversibility The door of the appliance opens to the right. If you want to open the door to the left, do these steps before you install the appliance: Loosen the upper pin and remove the spacer. Remove the upper pin and the upper door. Loosen the middle hinge. Remove the lower door. Loosen the lower pin. On the opposite side: Install the lower pin. Install the lower door. Install the upper door. Tighten the spacer and the upper pin. Ventilation requirements The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 5 cm min. 200cm

Installing the appliance Caution! Make sure that the mains cable can move freely. Do the following steps:

If necessary cut the adhesive sealing strip and then apply it to the appliance as shown in figure.

Install the appli- ance in the niche. Push the appliance in the direction of the arrows (1) until the upper gap cover stops against the kitchen furniture. Push the appliance in the direction of the arrows (2) against the cupboard on the op- posite side of the hinge. 44mm 4mm

Adjust the appli- ance in the niche. Make sure that the distance between the appliance and the cupboard front-edge is 44 mm. The lower hinge cover (in the accessories bag) makes sure that the distance between the appliance and the kitchen furniture is correct. Make sure that the clearance between the appliance and the cupboard is 4 mm. Open the door. Put the lower hinge cover in position.

Attach the appli- ance to the niche with 4 screws.

Remove the cor- rect part from the hinge cover (E). Make sure to remove the part DX, in the case of right hinge, SX in opposite case.

Attach the covers (C, D) to the lugs and the hinge holes. Install the vent grille (B). Attach the hinge cov- ers (E) to the hinge.

Install the part (Ha) on the inner side of the kitchen furni- ture.

Push the part (Hc) on the part (Ha).

Open the appli- ance door and the kitchen furniture door at an angle of 90°. Insert the small square (Hb) into guide (Ha). Put together the ap- pliance door and the furniture door and mark the holes.

Remove the brackets and mark a distance of 8 mm from the out- er edge of the door where the nail must be fitted (K).

Place the small square on the guide again and fix it with the screws supplied. Align the kitchen fur- niture door and the appliance door by ad- justing the part Hb.

Press the part (Hd) on the part (Hb).

To open the doors do these steps. Use the sliding sys- tem previously illus- trated or open one of the two doors by fit- ting the small handle supplied as an acces- sory. Do a final check to make sure that:

• All screws are tightened.

• The magnetic sealing strip is attached tightly to the cabinet. Important! If the ambient temperature is low (for example, in the Winter), the size of the gasket decreases. The size of the gasket increases when the ambient temperature increases.

www.zanussi.comEnvironmental concerns The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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