Zanussi ZRB 291 W User Manual

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FRIDGE - FREEZER

ZRB 291 W

ZZAANNUUSSSSII

INSTRUCTION BOOK

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 it 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.

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.

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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.

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, main parts 5

Handling the appliance 6

Putting it into use 6

Controlling the temperature, setting 6

How to use the refrigerator 6

Storing in the refrigerator 7

Storage time and temperature of foods 7

How to use the freezer 7

Freezing 7

Storing in the freezer 8

Removal of freezing baskets from the freezer 8

How to make ice cubes 8

Some useful information and advice 9

Hints and ideas 9

How to save energy 9

The appliance and environment 9

Maintenance 10

Defrosting 10

Regular cleaning 11

When the refrigerator is not in use 11

Trouble shooting 12

How to change the bulb 12

If something does not work 12

Service and Spare Parts 14

Customer Care Department 14

Guarantee Conditions 15

Instructions for the Installer

Technical data 16

Installing the appliance 16

Transportation, unpacking 16

Cleaning 16

Placement 17

Door reversal 18

Electrical connection 20

Storage time chart 21

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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.

Description of the appliance, main parts

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

A - Refrigerator B - Freezer

1. Top

2. Lighting box

3. Wire shelves

4. Cooling surface

5. Defrost water drain

6. Wire shelf

7. Vegetable boxes

8. Data label

9. Freezing compartment

10. Storing compartment(s)

11. Defrost water outlet

12. Adjustable feet

13. Butter compartment lid

Handling the appliance

Putting it into use

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

The thermostat knob is on the light box in the refrigerator. You can switch the appliance on and set the temperature with it by turning the knob clockwise.

The next paragraph will give instructions for setting.

Controlling the temperature, setting

The thermostat interrupts the operation of the appliance automatically for more or less time depending on the setting then restarts it assuring the required temperature.

The closer it is set to maximum position the colder it will be. When the thermostat knob is set to a medium position (between minimum and maximum), in the freezing compartment -18 °C, in the fresh food compartment +5 °C can be reached. Setting it to a medium position is adequate for everyday use.

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.

In the maximum position - 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.

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, 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.

Storing in the refrigerator

Please refer to the figure on the right when placing different types of food into the refrigerator.

1. Confectionery, ready-cooked foods, foods in dishes, fresh meat, cold cuts, drinks

2. Milk, dairy products, foods in dishes

3. Fruits, vegetables, salads

4. Cheese, butter

5. Eggs

6. Yoghurt, sour cream

7. Small bottles, soft drinks

8. Big bottles, drinks

Storage time and temperature of foods

The storage time chart at the end of the instruction book gives information about storage time.

The storage time can not be determined exactly in advance, as it depends on the freshness and handling of the cooled food, so this should be used as a guide only.

If you do not want to use up deep-frozen foods bought immediately they can be stored for about 1 day (until dissolving) in the refrigerator.

How to use the freezer

Freezing

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.

Set the thermostat knob to a medium position. Put the previously frozen food - or some of it - to

another basket or baskets. Put the fresh food into the upper basket, leaving enough space for airflow. If there is some previously frozen food left in the upper basket, put this food into the back of the basket avoiding the contact between the fresh food and the already frozen food.

Run the appliance this way for 24 hours. After 24 hours set the thermostat knob according to

your choice or leave it in a medium position, which is generally appropriate for everyday cooling needs.

Setting the thermostat knob to a higher (e.g.

maximum) position is not recommended. Although doing so would make the freezing time shorter, on the other hand the temperature of the fridge compartment may go permanently below 0°C, what yields freezing the food and drinks stored there.

Never freeze food in larger quantities than

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

Storing in the freezer

You can to replace frozen products into the basket(s) after freezing has finished. This will allow you to make room in the freezing compartment for other food. Intermediate freezing does not deteriorate foods already stored.

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

Do not forget to keep to the storage time given

on the packaging of frozen products if you buy them frozen. To store home-frozen products see the storing instructions placed in the door of the freezer. Symbols signify the various foods, numbers mean maximum storing time given in months.

It is safe to store quick-frozen, frozen foods only

if they have not dissolved even for a short time before placing them into the freezer. If the deep-frozen food has already dissolved, refreezing is not recommended, it should be consumed as soon as possible.

Do not make ice during freezing preferably,

because making ice reduces freezing capacity.

Removal of freezing baskets from the freezer

The freezing baskets have a limit stop to prevent their accidental removal or falling out. To remove 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.

How to make ice cubes

To make ice cubes fill the enclosed ice cube tray with water and put it to the frozen food compartment. Wetting the bottom of the tray and setting thermostatic control knob to maximum position can shorten preparing time. After finishing do not forget to reset the thermostatic control to the suitable position.

Ready ice cubes can be taken out of the tray under running water then twist or hit it. If the ice tray freezes to the compartment, avoid using metal tools or knife to take it out as the cooling system can be damaged.

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