User manual ZANUSSI ZUF1056

[. . . ] ZANUSSI FREEZER ZUF 1056 INSTRUCTION BOOK GB 200380411 A/ZE/38. (06. ) 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. [. . . ] 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. Should the food begin to thaw it must be consumed quickly and must not be re-frozen. (See Hints and Tips) Thawing Deep frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in a 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. Freezing Prepare the various foods properly and then freeze them always in the freezing compartment. For using the quick freeze function, press the quick freeze on/off switch (D) for 2-3 seconds; in the case of small and great food volumes you should do it approx. 4 and 24 hours, respectively, before you want to freeze the fresh food. The following guidelines should assist you: Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded. 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. 8 Maint enance & Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. No-Frost technology In order to facilitate the removal of the ice layer, the evaporator is assisted by electric heating during the defrosting procedure. The defrost water will drip in the tray placed at the compressor and will evaporate. 30 minutes) the evaporator becomes warm but it has no influence on the internal temperature. The foods should be kept well-packed in order to avoid any moisture loss as a result of air circulation. Do not obstruct the vent holes because otherwise the operability of the product may be compromised. For such purpose it is recommended to put all foods in the baskets in the freezer compartment. Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0. 5 litre of water). 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. Long-term abscence If you do not use the product for longer periods, make sure to perform the following: Set the thermostat to position << >>. Leave the doors ajar to avoid the build-up of unpleasant odors. Automatic defrosting This product is designed to avoid the formation of ice in the freezer. The product will automatically perform any defrosting once it becomes necessary. 9 Something Not Working If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Zanussi Service Force Centre. Problem No power to the appliance Possible Cause No power at the socket. [. . . ] To reverse the bottom hinge assembly proceed as follows: Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply. Tilt the appliance backwards, resting the top edge of the appliance on a stool or something similar. transfer the lower door hinge pin to the alternative position as shown in the top drawing. Replace the lower door bracket on the bottom left hand side but do not fully tighten the 3 screws. 14 Remove the fridge door by gently pulling downwards and store to avoid damage. [. . . ]