ZFU 20201 WA - Freezer ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZFU 20201 WA ZANUSSI

www.zanussi.comContents Safety instructions _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 38 Product description _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 40 Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 41 Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 41 First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 42 Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43 Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43 Troubleshooting _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 44 Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 45 Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 47 Environmental concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 47 Garantie, Garanzia, Guarantee _ _ _ _ _ _ 47 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, 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 caused by omission. 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 themselves 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 be- fore you discard the old appliance. This will prevent 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 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- ments; – bed and breakfast type environments; – catering and similar non-retail applica- tions.

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

• 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-

www.zanussi.comvironmental compatibility, which is neverthe- less flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the com- ponents 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 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 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

without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of interior lighting.

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be tak- en when moving it.

• 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 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 appli- ance 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. Refer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pres- sure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appli- ance.

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

• Before maintenance, switch off the appli- ance 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.

• 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 making it live. 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 appli-

www.zanussi.comance 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.

• 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). Service

• Any electrical work required to do the serv- icing of the appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent per- son.

• 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 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 by the symbol are recyclable. Product description

Temperature Regulator Switching on Insert the plug into the wall socket. Turn the Temperature regulator clockwise to a medium setting. The Pilot light and the Alarm light will light up. Switching off To turn off the appliance, turn the Temperature regulator to the "0" position. Fast Freeze function To activate the Fast Freeze function, press the Fast Freeze switch. The Fast Freeze light will light up. 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. The intermediate position is usually 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. Excessive Temperature Alarm In the event of an abnormal temperature rise inside the freezer (e.g. power cut) alarm light comes on. When normal conditions are restored the alarm light will switch off automatically. Daily use Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the com- partment let the appliance run at least 2 hours. The freezer drawers ensure that it is quick and easy to find the food package you want. If large quantities of food are to be stored, re- move all drawers except for the bottom drawer which needs to be in place to provide good air circulation. On all shelves it is possible to place food that protrude until 15 mm from the door. Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer that 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).

www.zanussi.comFreezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freez- ing fresh food and storing frozen and deep- frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the Fast Freezing function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Place the fresh food to be frozen in the top compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be fro- zen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate, a label located on the inside of the fridge. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. After 24 hours, when the freezing process is completed, deactivate the Fast Freezing func- tion (see "Fast Freezing function"). Thawing Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator com- partment 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. Removal of freezing baskets and glass shelves from the freezer Some of the freezing baskets have a limit stop to prevent their accidental removal or falling out. At the time of its removal from the freezer, pull the basket towards yourself and, upon reaching the end point, remove the basket by tilting its front upwards At the time of putting it back, slightly lift the front of the basket to insert it into the freezer. Once you are over the end points, push the basket back in their position.

The appliance is equipped with shelf stops to secure the shelves. The shelves must be lifted up (1) on each side and than pulled outwards (2). The glass shelves equipped with expander rollers are secured with locking pins.

To remove them proceed as follow:

1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the locking

pin on each side on the expander roller.

2. Then pull out both locking pin (1).

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.

• 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- tion. Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, 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;

• 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 removal 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 ap- pliance, you should:

• make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the re- tailer;

• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transfer- red from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest 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 re- charging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. Periodic cleaning The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

www.zanussi.com• 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 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 mains supply. Defrosting Your appliance is frost free. This means that there is no buildup of frost when it is in opera- tion, neither on the internal walls nor on the foods. The absence of frost is due to the continuous circulation of cold air inside the compartment, driven by an automatically controlled fan. Troubleshooting 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. Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance does not operate. The Pilot light does not flash. 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 socket. Connect a different electrical appli- ance to the mains socket. Contact a qualified electrician. The Pilot light flashes. The appliance is not working prop- erly. Contact a qualified electrician. The Alarm light flashes. The temperature in the freezer is too high. Refer to "Excessive Temperature Alarm" The compressor operates continually. The temperature is not set correct- ly. 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.

www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution 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. The temperature in the freezer is too low. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The Fast Freeze function is switch- ed on. Refer to" Fast Freeze function". The temperature in the freezer is too high. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a lower temperature. Many products are stored at the same time. Store less products at the same time. Products are too near to each oth- er. Store products so that there is cold air circulation. There is too much frost. Food is not wrapped correctly. Wrap the food correctly. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.

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

gaskets. Contact the Service Center. 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 ambient temperature corresponds to the cli- mate 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 Location 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 mm . Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. Accurate levelling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabi- net. Warning! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

100 mm min 20 mm Rear spacers You can find the two spacers in the bag with documentation. Do these steps to install the spacers:

1. Release the screw.

2. Engage the spacer below the screw.

3. Turn the spacer to the right position.

4. Tighten again the screws.

Levelling When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two ad- justable feet at the bottom in front. Door reversibility 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 operations. To change the opening direction of the door, do these steps:

• Remove the plug from the power socket.

• Tilt back the appliance carefully so that the compressor cannot touch the floor.

• Remove the plinth (1).

• Remove the cap (2) and position it on the opposite side.

• Unscrew and remove the lower hinges. (3)

• Unscrew the upper pin (1) and place it on the opposite side. (2)

• Stand the appliance upright.

• Re-insert the cover pins (3) on the opposite side.

Do a final check to make sure that:

• All screws are tightened.

• The edges of the doors run parallel to the side edge of the appliance.

• The magnetic seal adheres to the cabinet.

• The door opens and closes correctly. It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. 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 the gasket. 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. Technical data Dimension Height 1544 mm Width 595 mm Depth 658 mm Rising Time 30 h Voltage 230 - 240 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. Environmental concerns Recycle the materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in applicable containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health and to recycle waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.