Zanussi ZNB 404 W, ZNB 404 S User Manual

A/ZE/NY54-1. (07.)200372101

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FRIDGE - FREEZER

ZNB 404 W

ZNB 404 S

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 colour 7

Using the Appliance 7

Putting it into use 7
Controlling the temperature, seeting 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
Removal of freezing baskets from the freezer 10
Frozen Food Storage 10
Defrosting 10
To Make Ice Cubes 11

Hints and Tips 12

Normal Operating Sounds 12
Food Storage 12
Energy Saving Advice 12
In the Event of a Power Failure 12

Maintenance and Cleaning 13

Internal Cleaning 13
External Cleaning 13
When the Appliance is Not in Use 13

Defrosting 13

To Change the Light Bulb 14

Something Not Working 15

Service and Spare Parts 16

Customer Care Department 16

Guarantee Conditions 17

Instructions for the Installer

Technical Data 18

Installing the Appliance 18

Transportation, Unpacking 18
Cleaning 18
Location 18
Levelling the Appliance 19
Ventilation Requirements 19
Door reversal 19

Electrical Connections 21

Storage Chart 22

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A - Refrigerator
B - Freezer

1. Top with indicating switch

2. Air distributing and lighting box

3. Glass shelves

4. Bottle rack

5. Glass shelf

6. Fresh Box

7. D r a w e r

8. Rating Plate

9. Air grid

10. Storing compartment(s)

11. Freezing compartment with drawer

12. Adjustable feet

13. Butter compartment lid

14. Egg tray

15. Door shelf

16. Door gasket

17. Bottle shelf

18. Handles

19. Ice tray

20. Condenser

21. Defrost water outlet tube

22. Spacer

23. Evaporator tray

24. Compressor

25. Rollers

Description of the appliance

General information

The official designation of the appliance is "frostfree
refrigerator-freezer combination with one motor
compressor and freezer placed in the lower part". The
appliance has - besides the general services - a freezer with
its own door and is completely separated from the other
unit.

According to this the appliance is suitable for storing frozen
and deep-frozen food, freezing products in quantity given in
the user's instructions at home and making ice.

The appliance can meet the requirements of standards
between different temperature limits according to the
climate class.

The letter symbol for climate class can be found on the
rating plate.

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Switch and indicator set

The following components can be found under a cover in
the top frame:

A. Button ON/OFF

Switches the appliance on and off.

B. Fridge temperature display

By default it shows the medium temperature inside the
refrigerator. Should the temperature be higher than 9 °C,
a "-" sign is shown. Should the temperature be definitely
lower than 0 °C, a flashing "-" sign is shown.
It shows the desired fridge temperature by a flashing
number when one of the fridge temperature setting
buttons is pressed. After a while it returns to the actual
temperature.
It can show an "A" symbol when the appliance in action
cool mode. See also the chapter on using the
refrigerator.
It can show an "H" symbol when the appliance is in
holiday mode. See also the chapter on holiday mode.

C. Fridge temperature setting button (for colder

temperatures)

Press this button to make the desired fridge temperature
colder by 1 °C.

D. Fridge temperature setting button (for warmer

temperatures)

Press this button to make the desired fridge temperature
warmer by 1°C.

E. ACTION COOL button

Press this button to activate the action cool mode. See
also the chapter on using the refrigerator.

F. ACTION COOL function "on" indicator (yellow)

This indicator is lit when the appliance is in action cool
mode. See also the chapter on using the refrigerator.

G. Freezer temperature display

By default it shows the highest temperature inside the
freezer.
It shows the desired fridge temperature by a flashing
number when one of the freezer temperature setting
buttons is pressed. After a while it returns to the actual
temperature.
It can show an "A" symbol when the appliance in action
freeze mode. See also the chapter on freezing.

H. Freezer temperature setting button (for colder

temperatures)

Press this button to make the desired freezer
temperature colder by 1 °C.

I. Freezer temperature setting button (for warmer

temperatures)

Press this button to make the desired freezer
temperature warmer by 1 °C.

J. ACTION FREEZE button

Press this button to activate the action freeze mode. See
also the chapter on freezing.

K. ACTION FREEZE function "on" indicator (yellow)

This indicator is lit when the appliance in action freeze
mode. See also the chapter on freezing.

L. Alarm reset button
M. Alarm light (red)

In the event of an abnormal temperature rise inside the
freezer (e.g. powercut) this warning light will start to flash
and a buzzer will sound.
After the temperature has returned to normal, the
warning light will continue to flash, although the buzzer
has stopped.

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How to use the refrigerator

For adequate cooling developing interior air

circulation is necessary. 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 the unnecessary frost building up can be
avoided.

Foods can take over odours from each other.

So it is essential to put foods in closed dishes
or wrap them in cellophane, aluminium foil, grease­proof 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.

If the alarm button is pressed, the freezer temperature
display shows for a few seconds the warmest
temperature reached in the section. The buzzer, if
sounding, will switch off.
This warning light will start to flash and a buzzer will
sound in case of a door left open. To stop the alarm light
simply close the door.

Handling the appliance

Putting it into use

Place the accessories into the appliance then plug to the
mains socket.
To start the appliance, press the ON/OFF button ("A"). The
fridge temperature display ("B") and freezer temperature
display ("G") will go on. The alarm light ("M") flashes since
the temperature is high. The buzzer sounds. To stop the
buzzer, press the alarm reset button ("L").

Note:

The appliance cannot be switched on or off if unplugged, or
if there is no power being supplied to it. Following
connection to the mains power supply, the appliance
returns to the same operating state as before the
interruption of main power.

Controlling the temperature, setting

The electronic control interrupts the cooling automatically
for more or less time depending on the set ting then restarts
it assuring the required temperature.
Temperature of the refrigerator and freezer can by set by
buttons "C"-"D" and "H"-"I", respectively. The desired
temperature is seen blinking on the respective 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 stabilize 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 affect the operation of the appliance.

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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.

9. Fish, meat, seafood

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.

ACTION COOL mode

The ACTION COOL function is suited for quick cooling of
large quantities of goods in the refrigerator.

The ACTION COOL function is switched on by pressing the
ACTION COOL button ("E").

The yellow light ("F") illuminates. During the time of ACTION
COOL the display ("B") shows an "A" letter.

The ACTION COOL function now provides for intensive
cooling. A desired temperature of +2 °C is automatically
selected.

To exit from the ACTION COOL mode press the "E" button
again. Should you not do so, after a while the refrigerator
returns to automatic mode.

Fresh Box

The Fresh Box is located in the fridge compartment. This is
designed for the best storage of fresh food like fish, meat,
seafood because the tempereture is lower here than in the
rest of the fridge. It is placed in the lower part, directly
above of the vegetable drawer.

If you wish to remove the compartment, make sure to
perform the following:

1 Open the refrigerator door as wide as possible. If due to
a limit stop or any other object you cannot open the door at
an angle of 180°, you should remove the bottle shelf from
the door.

2 Pull the LTC compartment towards yourself and, upon
reaching the end point, slightly lift the front of the drawer to
remove it from the support frame.

3 For the removal of the support frame, lift the back of the
frame from its nest and then pull it towards yourself. You can
remove both the frame and the drawer at the same time by
following Step 3.

When you want to restore the original condition, repeat
above steps in reverse order.