Zanussi ZNB 344 W, ZNB 344 S User Manual

A/ZE/NY52-3. (07.)200372099

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FRIDGE - FREEZER

ZNB 344 S

ZNB 344 W

ZZAANNUUSSSSII

INSTRUCTION BOOK

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This instruction book contains safety precautions, information on use and helpful hints and tips.

To ensure you use this appliance effectively and safely, please read this instruction book carefully
before installing or using this appliance and retain for future reference.

The symbols below help you to find things more easily:

Safety precautions

Warnings and Safety information

Hints, useful information

Environmental information

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated
as household waste. Instead it should be handed over 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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These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all
before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure
or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
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.

During Use

This appliance is designed for domestic use only,
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is
not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak
at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with
flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire
extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the appliance.
Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
thawed out.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment.
Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if consumed
straight from the freezer.
Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if
your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer
compartment they can burst when the contents
freeze.
Manufacturers' recommended storage times should
be adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and
disconnect from the electrical supply.
When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains
socket, do not pull on the cable.

Servicing

This product should be serviced by an authorised
engineer and only genuine spare parts should be
used.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair
the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force
Centre.

At the end of the Appliance Life

When disposing of your appliance use an authorised
disposal site.
Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.

The Appliance and the Environment

This appliance does not contain gases which could
damage the ozone layer.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit.
The packaging used on this appliance marked with the

symbol is recyclable.

Keep this instruction book for future reference and
ensure it is passed on to any new owner.

Prior to installation

Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no
circumstances should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact your
retailer.

Installation

This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to
modify this product in any way.
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable. If the supply cable is damaged, it
must be replaced by a cable available from your local
Service Force Centre.

Make sure that the power plug has not been
squashed or damaged during transit.

- A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

As you unpack the appliance, check carefully for
any signs of transit damage.
Do not place heavy articles or the fridge/freezer
itself on the power cord.

- There is a risk of a short circuit and fire.

Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead,
particularly when the fridge/freezer is being pulled
out of its niche.

- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire
and/or electric shock.

- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
certified service agent or qualified service personnel.

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

- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever
possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a
wall, but leaving the required distance for ventilation, as
stated in the installation instructions.
The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation
before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to
settle.

Child Safety

Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play
with the product.
Keep packaging materials away from children to prevent
the risk of suffocation!

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
instruction 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.

Safety precautions for isobutane
Warning

The refrigerant isobutane (R 600a) is contained within
the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with
a high level of environmental compatibility, which is
nevertheless flammable.

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Instructions for the User

Important Safety Instructions 3

General Information 5
Description of the Appliance 5

Switch and indicator set 6

Display background color 7

Using the Appliance 7

Putting it into use 7
Controlling the temperature, setting 7
How to use the refrigerator 7
Drawer 8
Shopping mode 8
The Refrigerator 8
Storage Shelves 8
Storage Times 8
The Freezer 9
Freezing Fresh Food 9
Frozen Food Storage 9
Removal of freezing baskets from the freezer 10
Thawing 10
To Make Ice Cubes 10

Hints and Tips 11

Normal Operating Sounds 11
Food Storage 11
Energy Saving Advice 11
In the Event of a Power Failure 11

Maintenance and Cleaning 12

Internal Cleaning 12
External Cleaning 12
When the Appliance is Not in Use 12

Defrosting 12

To Change the Light Bulb 13

Something Not Working 14

Service and Spare Parts 15

Customer Care Department 15

Guarantee Conditions 16

Instructions for the Installer

Technical Data 17

Installing the Appliance 17

Transportation, Unpacking 17
Cleaning 17
Location 17
Levelling the Appliance 18
Ventilation Requirements 18
Removal of glass shelf blockers from the product 18
Door Reversal 19

Electrical Connections 21

Storage Chart 22

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B - Freezer

1. Top with switch and indicator set

2. Lighting box

3. Glass shelves

4. Bottle rack

5. Cooling surface

6. Defrost water drain

7. Glass shelf

8. Drawer

9. Data label

10. Air grid

11. Storing compartment(s)

12. Freezing compartment

13. Adjustable feet

14. Butter compartment lid

15. Egg tray

16. Door shelf

17. Door gasket

18. Bottle shelf

19. Handles

20. Ice tray

21. Condenser

22. Defrost water outlet tube

23. Spacer

24. Evaporator tray

25. Compressor

26. Rollers

Description of the appliance

General information

This appliance is designed for the storage of
refrigerated and frozen food in a domestic
environment.

To ensure correct operation, the appliance should
be located where the ambient temperature is
between 10-32 °C.

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Switch and indicator set

A. On/Off button

Switches the appliance on and off.

B. Freezer thermostat knob

Used to set the temperature inside the freezer.

C. Temperature selection push button

Used to select the temperature shown on the display.

To display the refrigerator or freezer temperature, press
it once or twice, respectively.

See also the description of the temperature display.

D. Temperature display

See the description in the separate chapter.

E. Function selection/Alarm reset button

Used to select the super cooling and shopping modes.
The Modes are available as follows, pressing the button
once or more times:

Normal mode (default)
Super cooling mode
Shopping mode
Normal mode

The same button is used to reset acoustic alarm signal,
see the description on the display background colour.

F. Refrigerator thermostat knob

It is used to set the temperature inside the refrigerator.

The elements of the temperature display are as follows:

1. Ambient symbol

Seen when the digits show the ambient temperature.

2. Refrigerator symbol

Dark, when the digits show the refrigerator temperature.

3. Freezer symbol

Dark, when the digits show the freezer temperature.

4. Digits

By default the digits show the ambient temperature and
the ambient symbol is seen.

The digits can show also:

The medium temperature inside the refrigerator after
pressing the "C" button (refrigerator symbol is dark), for
a while.

The highest temperature inside the freezer after
pressing the "C" button twice (freezer symbol is dark),
for a while.

Refrigerator temperature set (value is blinking) when the
"F" knobis rotated and for a while afterwards.

Freezer temperature set (value is blinking) when the "B"
knobis rotated and for a while afterwards.

5. Super cooling symbol

Visible, when the appliance runs in super cooling mode.
See also the chapteron freezing.

6. High temperature symbol

Visible, when the temperature in the refrigerator is too
high.

See also the description on the display background
colour.

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7. Shopping symbol

Visible, when the appliance runs in shopping cooling
mode. See also the chapter on using the refrigerator.

Display background colour

By default the display background is blue.

When a button or knob is used the background turns bright
blue and remains so for a while.

The display background turns red, if the temperature inside
the freezer is too warm (alarm). If this is the case, the digits
show blinking the warmest temperature inside the freezer,
the high temperature symbol flashes and an acoustic alarm
signal is will sound.

The temperature might be too warm in the following cases:

Immediately after switching on
The freezer door was left open for a longer time
There is a fault with the freezer

To switch the alarm sound off press the "E" button. The
display returns to showing the ambient temperature,
however the background remains red until the freezer cools
down properly.

If you do not press any buttons during the alarm, press the
"E" button when the sound finishes to see the warmest
temperature reached during the alarm.

Using the Appliance

Putting it into use

Place the accessories into the appliance then plug into the
mains socket.

Press the "A" button. The backlight of the display turns on.

The appliance is ready to use.

By pressing the "A" button again the appliance will turn off,
but still under voltage.

Controlling the temperature, setting

The thermostats interrupt the cooling automatically for more
or less time depending on the setting then restarts it
assuring the required temperature.

The temperature of the refrigerator and freezer can be set
by turning knobs "F" and "B", respectively. The selected
temperature is seen blinking on the display.

For everyday use medium setting, i.e. +5°C in the
refrigerator and colder than -18°C is the freezer is
recommended.

Allow the appliance to run for a period of 24 hours
whenever the temperature setting is changed. This will
allow the temperature to stabilise inside the appliance.

The temperature in the refrigerator is affected by not only
the position of the thermostat but the ambient temperature,
frequency of door openings and the quantity of food put into
it etc.

When the coldest temperature possible is set - in
case of increased demand e.g. during heatwaves

- the compressor may operate continually. This does
not cause damages to the appliance.

How to use the refrigerator

Sufficient air circulation is required for the proper

operation of this appliance. For this reason you are
asked not to cover the air circulation gaps behind the
shelves (e.g. with tray etc.).

Do not put hot food into the refrigerator. Allow

it to reach room temperature naturally. In this
way unnecessary frost building up can be avoided.

Food odours can be transferable, so it is

essential to put foods in closed dishes or wrap
them in cellophane, aluminium foil, grease-proof
paper or cling film before placing them into the
refrigerator. This way foods will keep their moisture
e.g. vegetables will not dry out after some days.

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The Refrigerator

Below is the recommended storage positions for various
food types:

1. Ready-cooked foods, fresh meat, cold cuts.

2. Milk, dairy products.

3. Fruits, vegetables, salads.

4. Cheese, butter.

5. Eggs.

6. Yoghurt, sour cream.

7. Small bottles, drinks.

8. Large bottles, drinks.

Drawer

The drawer is suitable for storing fruit and vegetables.

There is a separator inside the drawer that can be placed in
different positions to allow you to separate food if required.

Shopping mode

Before putting large amounts of food into the refrigerator
(e.g. when returning from shopping) press the function
selection button once or twice as required to activate the
shopping mode (the shopping mode symbol shown on the
display). In this mode, the refrigerator reaches its lowest
possible temperature to cool down the large amount of
food.

To exit from shopping mode press the function selection
button again. Should you not do so, after a while the
refrigerator returns to automatic mode.

Storage Shelves

The shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable
to allow for the storage of large items.

To re-arrange the shelves, open the door to 90°.

Storage Times

The storage chart at the end of the instruction book gives
information on storage times in the refrigerator
compartment. The storage times quoted are intended as a
guide only.

Do not cover the shelves with paper or trays etc. as this
will affect the air circulation within the refrigerator
compartment.

Do not put hot foods in the refrigerator, allow hot foods
to reach room temperature naturally before placing in the
refrigerator.

Cover foods, or place in closed dishes before placing
them in the refrigerator, this prevents any transference of
food smells.

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The Freezer

Freezing fresh food

The appliance can be used to freeze fresh food in the
quantity specified on the rating plate. Freezing fresh food
should always be done after proper preparing as follows.

Press the function selection button once or twice as
required to obtain super freezing mode (the super freezing
mode symbol shown on the display).

Put the previously frozen food to another basket or baskets.
Put the fresh food into the lower basket, leaving enough
space for airflow.

Run the appliance this way for 24 hours.

To exit from super freezing mode press the function
selection button again. Should you not do so, after a while
the freezer returns to automatic mode.

Never freeze food in larger quantities than

shown in the "Technical data" at the same
time, otherwise food may not be thoroughly
frozen.

Do not make ice during freezing preferably, because

making ice reduces freezing capacity.

The freezing tray is suitable for freezing smaller fruits

(raspberry, strawberry, currant, etc.). Fruits should be
put in the tray in thin layers without packaging. After freezing
they can be packed and sorted out then placed into the
storing compartments.

Frozen Food Storage

When turning on the freezer for the first time or if the

freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to
run your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing frozen
food.

Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the
manufacturer.

Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than
is necessary.

You can put frozen products into the basket(s)after freezing
has finished.

This will enable you to make room in the

freezing compartment for

other food. Intermediate freezing

does not deteriorate foods already stored.

If large quantities of food are to be stored, remove the
baskets except the lowest one from appliance and place
food on the shelves.

Important

Do not put carbonated liquids in the freezer.

Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after removal from
the freezer can cause a low temperature skin burn.

In the event of a power cut the food in the freezer will not
be affected if the power cut is short and the freezer is full.
Do not open the door. Should the food begin to thaw it
must be consumed quickly and must not be re-frozen.
(See Hints and Tips)

Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.

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Thawing

Deep frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can
be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature,
depending on the time available. Small food items may
even be cooked from frozen, in this case cooking will
take longer.

Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally
should either be eaten as soon as possible, or thrown
away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has not
been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then
refrozen.

Defrosted cooked food must never be
refrozen.

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To Make Ice Cubes

1. Fill the ice cube tray ¾ full with cold water, place in

the freezing compartment and leave to freeze.

2. To remove the cubes twist the tray or hold it under

running water for a few seconds.

Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to
the freezer compartment by using pointed or

sharp edged objects.

Removal of freezing baskets from
the freezer

The freezing baskets have a limit stop to prevent their
accidental removal or falling out. To remove the basket
from the freezer, pull the basket towards yourself and,
upon reaching the end point, remove the basket by
tilting its front upwards.

To put it back, slightly lift the front of the basket to
insert it into the freezer. Once you are over the end
points, push the baskets back in their position.

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Hints & T

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Normal Operating Sounds

You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or
tubing.

When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being
pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or
pulsating noise from the compressor.

A thermostat controls the compressor and you will
hear a faint 'click' when the thermostat cuts in and
out.

Food Storage

To obtain the best performance from your freezer:

Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid.

Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it
straight away. The use of an insulated container is
advisable. When you arrive home, place the frozen
food in the freezer immediately.

Do not push food together too much, try to allow air
to circulate around each item.

Do not store food uncovered.

Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and
labelled and used in date order to ensure that food
is consumed at its best.

Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food,
salt reduces the storage time.

Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing
bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal.

Packaging which is swollen or has traces of
refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate
that the product has not been kept at a suitable
temperature and that it may have lost its original
quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen,
it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never
exceed the storage times indicated by the
manufacturer.

Energy Saving Advice

Do not install the appliance close to sources of
heat, such as a boiler or radiator.

Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated
room and make sure that the air openings of the
appliance are not obstructed.

Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by
packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages
before placing them in the freezer.

Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should
be placed in the fridge before being transferred
to the freezer.

Try to avoid keeping the door open for long
periods or opening the door too frequently as
warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.

Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the
door from closing properly.

In the Event of a Power Failure

If there is a power failure during the storage of
frozen foods, keep the door closed. If the
temperature within your freezer should rise, do not
refreeze the food without checking its condition.
The following guidelines should assist you:

Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded.

Fruits & Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and

used up.

Breads & Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger.

Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used up

quickly.

Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.

Large Pieces of Meat: Can be refrozen providing
there are still ice crystals remaining within them.

Small Joints: Should be cooked and can then be
refrozen as cooked dishes.

Chicken: Should also be cooked and refrozen as a
fresh dish.

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Maint

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enance and Cleaning

Before any maintenance or cleaning is
carried out you must DISCONNECT the

appliance from the electricity supply.

Internal Cleaning

Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water).

Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NEVER use detergents, abrasive powders,

highly perfumed cleaning products or wax
polishes to clean the interior as these will
damage the surface and leave a strong odour.

External Cleaning

Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.

Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grille)
and the compressor at the back of the appliance with
a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust
will affect the performance of the appliance and cause
excessive electricity consumption.

When the Appliance is not in Use

When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods
and clean the appliance, leaving the door open to
prevent unpleasant smells.

Defrosting

Bleeding part of the moisture of cooling chambers in
form of frost and ice goes with the operation of the
appliance.

Thick frost and ice has an insulating effect, so it
reduces cooling efficiency as the temperetaure
increases in the cooling chambers, they need more
energy.

This appliance automatically defrosts the cooling
surface of the refrigerator without any external
intervention. The termostatic control interrupts the
operation of compressor at regular intervals for more
or less time - during this cooling is interrupted - the
temperature of the cooling surface goes above 0°C
due to interior heating load of the compartment, so
defrosting occurs. When the surface temperature of
the cooling surface has reached +3 - +4°C the
thermostatic control restarts operation of the system.

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When the ice melts, the water flows through the
defrost water outlet through the back into the
evaporator tray which sits on the top of the
compressor and evaporates due to its warmth.

Check and clean the defrost water outlet

regularly - a label inside the appliance
warns you for this. If it is blocked the water
gathered can cause damage to the insulation of
the appliance.

Clean the defrost water outlet with the supplied pipe
scraper that can be seen in the figure. The pipe
scraper has to be stored in the outlet.

Extra care should be taken when putting wrapped
foods, especially in paper, in the appliance.
Blockages to the defrost water outlet often occurs
when wrapped foods are placed in the back of the
refrigerator, and the wrapping contacts the back plate
of the fridge and sticks to it.

In case of increased demand e. g. during

heatwawes, the refrigerator temporarily happens
to operate constantly - during this the automatic
defrosting does not work.

Remaining small ice and frost stains on back plate of
the refrigerator after the defrosting period is normal.

Defrosting of the freezer is automatic in this model.

Important

A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during
defrosting may shorten their safe storage life.

Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from
the evaporator as this could damage the appliance
beyond repair.

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To Change the Light Bulb

Should the light fail to work you can change it as below:

Break the circuit of the appliance.

Unscrew the screw holding the cover (1), press the
rear hook (2) and at the same time slide the cover in
the direction indicated by arrow (3). So the bulb can be
replaced. (Bulb type: 230-240 V, 15 W, E 14 thread)

After changing the bulb replace the cover, snap it in
place, screw back the screw and apply voltage to the
appliance

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If after the above checks your appliance still does not
operate correctly, contact your local Service Force
Centre.

Please note that it will be necessary to provide proof
of purchase for any in-guarantee service calls.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the
above checks have been made, as the
engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a
mechanical or electrical breakdown.

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If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local
Service Force Centre.

Problem

No power to the appliance

The temperature in the
fridge or freezer is too high

The compressor runs
continuously

The temperature in the
fridge or freezer is too low

Excessive frost and ice has
built up

The appliance is noisy.

Possible Cause

No power at the socket.

There is a power cut.

The fuse has blown.

Thermostat control knob is set at „0”.

The appliance is located in an unsuitable position.

The thermostat control knob is set too low.

The thermostat control knob is set at the wrong
temperature.

The door is open.

Large quantities of food have been placed in the
cabinet.

The door has been opened too frequently.

The air ventilation is obstructed.

The thermostat control knob is set too cold.

The door has been left open.

Something is obstructing the door.

The door gasket is dirty.

The appliance is not level.

Solution

Check there is power at the socket.

Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.

Check the fuse has not blown.

Check the thermostat setting.

Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliances operating limits of 10 °C to 32 °C.

Check that the thermostat control knob is turned to
the correct setting relative to ambient conditions.

Adjust the thermostat control knob.

Close the door.

Do not leave the door open longer than necessary.

Check that the air ventilation is not obstructed.

Set the thermostat control knob to a warmer
position.

Check the door has not been left open.

Check nothing is preventing the door from closing.

Check the door gasket is intact and clean.

Check if the appliance stands stable on the floor.

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For Customer Service in Ireland please
contact us at the address below:

Zanussi - Electrolux
Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd
Long Mile Road
Doublin 12
Republic of Ireland

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your
local Service Force Centre by telephoning:-

08705 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.

For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit
the website at www

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Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "Something Not
Working."

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details:

1. Your name, address and post code

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details of the fault

4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate)

5. The purchase date

Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee
service calls.

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For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi - Electrolux appliance or for further information on
Zanussi - Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the
address below or visit our website at www.zanussi-electrolux.co.uk

Major Appliances - Customer Care Department
Zanussi-Electrolux
Addington Way
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 9QQ
08705 727727 (*)
*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

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ee Conditions

We Zanussi - Electrolux undertake that if within 12
months of the date of the purchase this
ZANUSSI - ELECTROLUX appliance or any part
thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of
faulty workmanship or materials, the company will, at
our option repair or replace the same FREE OF
CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition
that:

The appliance has been correctly installed and
used only on the electrical supply stated on the
rating plate.

The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.

The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any
person not authorised by us.

All service work under this guarantee must be
undertaken by a Service Force Centre.

Any appliance or defective part replaced shall
become the Company's property.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm
Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside
these hours in which case a premium will be charged.

EXCLUSIONS

This Guarantee does not cover:

Damage or calls resulting from transportation,
improper use or neglect, the replacemet of any light
bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.

Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance
improperly installed or calls to appliances outside
the United Kingdom.

Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are the subject of
rental agreements.

Products of Zanussi - Electrolux manufacture
which are not marketed by Zanussi - Electrolux.

The guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal
rights.

EUROPEAN GUARANTEE

If you should move to another country within
Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your
new home subject to the following qualifications:

The guarantee starts from the date you first
purchased your product.

The guarantee is for the same period and to the
same extent for labour and parts as exists in the
new country of use for this brand or range of
products.

This guarantee relates to you and cannot be
transferred to another user.

Your new home is within the European
Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

The product is installed and used in accordance
with our instructions and is only used
domestically, i.e. a normal household.

The product is installed taking into account
regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest
Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them
details of your new home. They will then ensure that
the local Service Organisation is aware of your
move and able to look after you and your
appliances.

France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nurenberg [phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Luton [phone]

Ireland Dublin [phone]

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Technical data

Model

Gross capacity (l)

Net capacity (l)

Width (mm)

Height (mm)

Depth (mm)

Energy consumption (kWh/24h)

(kWh/year)

Energy class, according to EU standards

Freezing capacity (kg/24h)

Rising time (h)

Rated current (A)

Noise Lc (dB)

Weight (kg)

Number of compressors

ZNB 344 S ZBN 344 W

Refrigerator: 249

Freezer: 91

Refrigerator: 245

Freezer: 78

595

1850

632

0,979

357

A

10

18

0,6

42

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Installing the appliance

Transportation, unpacking

The appliance and the interior fittings are protected for
transport.

Remove all packaging and any adhesive tape.

Any remnants of adhesive can be removed using
white spirit.

After transportation the appliance must not be
switched on for 2 hours. This is to allow the
refrigerant to settle.

Cleaning

Clean the accessories and the inside of the appliance
with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml
to 0.5 litres of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly
perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or
cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.

Location

The appliance should be positioned in a well
ventilated, dry room.

Energy use is affected by the ambient temperature.

The appliance should therefore:

not be installed next to radiators, cookers or
other sources of heat

only be installed at a location where the ambient
temperature corresponds to the climate
classification, for which the appliance is
designed.

The climate classification can be found on the
rating plate.

The following table shows which ambient
temperature is correct for each climate
classification:

Climate Classification Ambient Temperature

SN +10 to +32 °C

N +16 to +32 °C

ST +18 to +38 °C

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In the bag of the accessories there are two spacers
which must be fitted in the two top corners.

Slacken the screws and insert the spacer under the
screw head, then re-tighten the screws.

Levelling the Appliance

When positioning the appliance ensure that it stands
level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet at
the bottom in front.

Do not stand the appliance next to a source of heat
such as a radiator or cooker.

Ventilation Requirements

The appliance must have adequate ventilation to
ensure correct operation.

Diagram shows the ventilation requirements when
installed:

A Under a cupboard.

B When freestanding

Removal of glass shelf blockers
from the product

The glass shelf blockers are used to fix the shelves
into position during product transport. These blockers
will not be necessary for the further operation of the
product.

Open the refrigerator door as wide as possible.
1 Slide the blocker tabs to the front of the shelf.
2 Lift the back of the shelf from its nest and then pull

it towards yourself by tilting its front
upwards/downwards.

3 Remove the blocker tabs.

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Door Reversal

Should the location demand it, the door-opening
direction can be refitted from right-handed to left­handed.

Appliances are supplied right-handed.
Following operations are to be done on the basis of

figures and explanations:

1. To perform the operations listed below it is
recommended to ask another person for help who
safely can hold the doors while performing the
operations.

2.Disconnect the appliance from the electricity
supply.

3. Open the doors and dismount the double door
hinge (a,b) by removing the screws (2 pieces) (c).
(fig. 2)

4. Take off the double door hinge (a,b,c) by gradually
removing it from the cabinet, slightly tilting both
doors. Do not forget to remove the plastic spacer
(b) under the hinge. (fig. 2)

5. Take off the refrigerator door by pulling it slightly
downwards.

6. Take off the freezer door by pulling it slightly
upwards.

7. Remove the plug on the upper side of the
refrigerator door and put it to the other side.

8. Remove the plug on the upper side of the freezer
door and put it to the other side.

9. Unscrew the top door hinge pin (d) of the
refrigerator then screw it back on the other side.
(fig.1)

10. Remove the plugs (u) at the bottom of the
appliance. (fig.3)

11. Remove the lower hinge (e) by removing its
screws (s) and mount it on the other side. (fig.3)

12. Unmount the lower hinge pin (f) and its washer (h)
and mount them into the other hole of the lower
hinge. (fig.3)

13. Replace the plugs (u) on the other side.

14. Remove the covering pins (3 pieces) (n, k) of the
double door holder on the left side and put them
to the other side. (fig.2)

15. Fit the pin of the double door hinge (m) into the left

drill of the freezer door. (fig. 2)

16. Fit the freezer door to the lower door hinge pin (f).

(fig. 4)

17. Fit the refrigerator door to the upper door hinge

pin (d) then slightly tilting both doors fit the pin of
the double door hinge (m) into the left drill of the
refrigerator door.

18. Opening both doors fix the double door hinge

onto the left side using the screws (2 pieces) (c).
Do not forget to replace the plastic spacer (b)
under the hinge. Be careful that the door edges
are parallel with the edge of the mantle.

19. Put over the handles (r) on the other side and put

the plastic covering nails (p) supplied in the plastic
bag of this instruction book into the holes set free.
(fig. 5)

fig. 1.

fig. 2.

fig. 3.

fig. 4.

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20.Put the appliance into its location, set it level, and

apply to voltage it.

In case you do not want to perform the procedures
above, please contact your local Service Force
centre. The engineer will carry out the door reversal
at your cost

Important

After completion of the door reversing operation,
check that the door gasket adheres to the cabinet. 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 or accelerate
this process by heating the part involved with a normal
hairdryer on a low setting.

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Electrical Connection

Electrical Connection

Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a
qualified electrician or competent person.

This appliance must be earthed.

The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.

Electrical Requirements

Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
rating plate.

The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse
must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced
for any reason. The wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
The wire coloured green and yellow must be

connected to the terminal marked with the letter „E“ or
by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.

The wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal „N“ or coloured black.

The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal marked „L“ or coloured red.

Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray
strands of wire present and the cord clamp must
be secure over the outer sheath.

Important!

The plug must still be accessible after the
appliance has been installed.

The appliance should not be connected to the
electrical supply by means of an extension cable.

In case that the electrical cable has to be
replaced, please contact your local Service Force
Centre.

Warning!

A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a
serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that it is
disposed of safely.

This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:

73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent modifications,

89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
modifications.

96/57 EEC - 96/09/03 (Energy Efficiency
Directive) and its subsequent amendments

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SSttor

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age time char

age time chartt

Time and method of storage of fresh foods in the refrigerator

Foods Storage time in days Method of packaging

1234567

Raw meat XXx x x cling film, airtight
Cooked meat XXXx x x dish covered
Roasted meat XXXx x dish covered
Raw minced meat X dish covered
Cooked minced meat XXx x dish covered
Cold cuts XXx x cling film, cellophane, grease-

proof paper
Fresh fish X x x cling film, airtight
Cooked fish XXx x dish covered
Tinned fish, open X x x dish covered
Fresh chicken XXXx x x cling film, airtight
Fried chicken XXXx x x dish covered
Fresh duck, goose XXXx x x cling film, airtight
Roasted duck, goose XXXXx x x dish covered
Butter unopened XXXXXXXoriginal packaging
Butter opened XXx x x x x original packaging
Milk XXXx x original packaging
Cream XXx x plastic box
Sour cream XXXX x x x plastic box
Cheese (hard) XXXXXXXaluminium foil
Cheese (soft) XXXX x x x cling film
Egg XXXXXXX
Spinach, sorrel XX x x cling film
Green peas, green beans XXXXx x x cling film
Mushroom XXx x x cling film
Carrot XXXXXXXcling film
Tomato XXXXXXXcling film
Cabbage XXXXXx x cling film
Fruits (Strawberry,
raspberry, etc.) XXXx x cling film
Tinned fruits opened XXXx x dish covered
Cakes filled with cream XXx x dish covered

Notation:

X recommended storage time

x maximum recommended storage time

A/ZE/NY52.-3 (07.)

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2007. 09. 24.Printed by Océ Hungária Kft.

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