ZFT 11111 WA - Freezer ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZFT 11111 WA ZANUSSI

www.zanussi.comContents Safety instructions _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 39 Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 41 First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43 Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43 Helpful Hints and Tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43 Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 44 What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 45 Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 47 Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 49 Environmental concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 49 Garantie, Garanzia, Guarantee _ _ _ _ _ _ 49 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. Caution! Do not place frozen food on the worktop since cold and vapour may produce water condensate within its inner side. The resulting drip liquid may cause malfunctions. Therefore, do not place nor leave frozen items of any kind on the worktop. 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.

www.zanussi.comInstallation 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- 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.

• 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. Control panel

Green On/Off Indicator Light

Temperature Regulator and On/Off Switch

Acoustic Signal Stop and Fast Freeze Switch

1. Allow the appliance to stand for 4 hrs af-

2. Insert the plug into the wall socket.

3. Turn the Temperature Regulator clockwise

to a temperature lower than << - 16 °C >> position.

4. The Green On/Off Indicator Light will light

up and Red Alarm Indicator Light will blink.

5. The lighting up of the Green On/Off Indi-

cator Light means that the appliance is switched on.

www.zanussi.com6. The blinking of the Red Alarm Indicator Light means an improper temperature in the freezing compartment. In addition, an intermittent sound can be heard, which can be stopped by pressing the Acoustic Signal Stop and Fast Freeze Switch once.

7. When switching on the freezer for the first

time, the Red Alarm Indicator Light will blink until the internal temperature has reached a level required for the safe con- servation of frozen food. Switching off

1. To turn off the appliance, turn the Temper-

ature Regulator to the "O" position.

2. To disconnect the appliance from the

power disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket. Temperature regulation The temperature within the appliance is con- trolled by the Temperature Regulator situated on the control panel. To operate the appliance, proceed as follows:

• turn the Temperature Regulator toward low- er settings to obtain the minimum coldness.

• turn the Temperature Regulator toward higher settings to obtain the maximum cold- ness. 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. Red Alarm Indicator Light Under normal operating conditions, the inter- nal temperature of the freezer will ensure the long-term conservation of the stored food. When such temperature rises above a certain level (-12 °C), the appliance will trigger an acoustic and light alarm. The light alarm is a blink red light (Red Alarm Indicator Light), while the acoustic alarm is an intermittent sound. You can stop the acoustic alarm by pressing the Acoustic Signal Stop Switch once. When switching on the freezer for the first time, the Red Alarm Indicator Light will blink until the internal temperature has reached a level required for the safe conservation of frozen food. Fast Freeze function If more than 3-4 kg of food is to be frozen:

1. Press the Fast Freeze Switch for 2-3 sec-

onds to activate the fast-freeze function 6-24 hours before placing the fresh food in the freezer, the Yellow Fast Freeze Indi- cator Light will illuminate. The compressor will now run continuously, to ensure that the fresh food is frozen as quickly as pos- sible.

2. It is possible to deactivate the function at

any time by pressing the Fast Freeze Switch for 2-3 seconds.

3. Place the foods in the freezing compart-

ment (the top box), for maximum freezing performance remove the drawer (if the drawer is foreseen) and then place the foods to be frozen directly on the evapora- tor. In case of freezing smaller food vol- umes do not need to remove the drawer.

4. Once the food is completely frozen (it may

take up to 24 hours) you can manually switch off the fast-freeze function by pressing the Fast Freeze Switch for 2- 3 seconds and the Yellow Fast Freeze Indi- cator light will also go out.

5. Move frozen food from the freezing com-

partment into the other two compartments (storing compartments) to make room for another freezing. If the Fast Freeze Switch is accidentally left on, the fast-freeze function will be au- tomatically switched off 48 hours later. The Yellow Fast Freeze Indicator light will also go out.

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. Daily use Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment (the top box) is suit- able for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the fast freeze function. 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 ap- pliance. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. 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 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 at room temperature. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer. 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 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;

www.zanussi.com• 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:

• 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 the freezer A certain amount of frost will always form on the freezer shelves and around the top com- partment. Defrost the freezer when the frost layer rea- ches a thickness of about 3-5 mm. Important! About 12 hours prior to defrosting, set the Temperature Regulator toward higher settings , in order to build up sufficient chill reserve for the interruption in operation. To remove the frost, follow the instructions be- low:

1. Switch off the appliance and disconnect

the mains plug from the mains socket.

2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several

layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place. Caution! Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze to the goods.

www.zanussi.com3. Leave the door open and insert the plastic scraper in the appropriate seating at the bottom centre, placing a basin underneath to collect the defrost water. In order to speed up the defrosting proc- ess, place a pot of warm water in the freezer compart- ment. In addition, remove pieces of ice that break away before defrosting is complete.

4. When defrosting is completed, dry the in-

terior thoroughly and keep the scraper for future use.

5. Switch on the appliance.

6. Turn the Temperature Regulator to the <<

-18 °C >> position and leave to run for at least 4 hours in quick freeze mode.

7. After 4 hours reload the previously re-

moved food into the compartments. 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. 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:

1. disconnect the appliance from electricity

3. defrost and clean the appliance and all

4. leave the door/doors open to prevent un-

pleasant smells. 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 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). 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 circuit. Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance is noisy The appliance is not supported properly Check if the appliance stands stable (all the four feet should be on the floor) The compressor operates continually The thermostatic control is set in- correctly Set a warmer temperature

www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution Doors are not shut properly or do not close tightly Check if the doors close well and the gaskets are undamaged and clean The door has been opened too fre- quently Do not leave the door open longer than necessary Large quantities of food to be fro- zen were put in at the same time Wait some hours and then check the temperature again Food placed in the appliance was too warm Allow food to cool to room tempera- ture before storing The room temperature is too high. Decrease the room temperature There is too much frost and ice Products are not wrapped properly Wrap the products better Doors are not shut properly or do not close tightly Check if the doors close well and the gaskets are undamaged and clean The Temperature regulator may be set incorrectly Set a warmer temperature It is too warm in the freez-

Temperature regulator may be set incorrectly Set a lower temperature The door does not close tightly or it is not shut properly Check if the door closes well and the gasket is undamaged and clean Large quantities of food to be fro- zen were put in at the same time Insert smaller quantities of food to be frozen at any one time. Food placed in the appliance was too warm Allow food to cool to room tempera- ture before storing. Products to be frozen are placed too closely to each other Place the products in a way so that cold air could circulate among them It is too cold inside the freezer Temperature regulator may be set incorrectly Set a warmer temperature The appliance does not work at all. Neither cool- ing nor lighting works Plug is not connected to the mains socket properly Connect the mains plug properly Power does not reach the appli- ance Try connecting another electrical device to the power outlet The appliance is not switched on Switch on the appliance There is no voltage in the mains socket (try to connect another ap- pliance into it) Call an electrician The appliance does not cool at all Plug is not connected to the mains socket properly Connect the mains plug properly There is no voltage in the mains socket (try to connect another ap- pliance into it) Call an electrician The appliance is not switched on Switch on the appliance

www.zanussi.comProblem Possible cause Solution Temperature Regulator is not on Check the Temperature Regulator Green indicator flashing Temperature sensor problem Call the service personnel 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 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: 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 tempera- ture 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 Levelling When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet at the bottom in front . 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. 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.

www.zanussi.comWarning! min. 100 mm 15 mm 15 mm It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation. 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:

from the power sock- et.

2. Tilt back the appli-

ance carefully so that the compressor can- not touch the floor.

5. Take off the appli-

ance door by pulling it slightly downwards.

door hinge pin of the appliance then screw it back on the other side.

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

9. Unscrew and install

the screw on the op- posite side.

10. Install the lower

hinge on the opposite side leaving the posi- tion of the door un- changed.

11. Screw in the one

screw in the place set free on the other side as well as the right feet.

the appliance, wait for at least four hours and then connect it to the power socket. 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 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. 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.

www.zanussi.comThis appliance complies with the E.E.C. Direc- tives. Technical data Dimension Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 635 mm Rising Time 24 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.