ZANKER ZKK 9914 NZ User manual

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Kühl-Gefrierschrank
ZANKER ZKK 9914 NZ
Réfrigérateur-congélateur
Koel-vrieskast
Fridge-freezer
Gebrauchsanweisung
Mode d’emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Instruction booklet

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CONTENTS
Warnings .................................page 40
Installation ................................page 41
Positioning ................................page 41
Electrical connection .............................page 41
Cleaning the interior .............................page 41
Building-in instructions ............................page 42
Door reversibility ..............................page 42
Inner door reversal..............................page 44
Operation ................................page 45
Operation .................................page 45
Temperature regulation ............................page 45
Fresh food refrigeration ............................page 45
Ambient switch ...............................page 45
ZERO DEGREE Compartment ..........................page 46
Inner arrangement ..............................page 46
Freezing fresh food .............................page 47
Frozen food storage .............................page 47
Thawing .................................page 47
Ice-cube production .............................page 47
Defrosting.................................page 48
Maintenance ...............................page 49
Periodic cleaning ..............................page 49
Idle periods ................................page 49
Interior light ................................page 49
Something not working... ...........................page 49
Printed on recycled paper

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WARNINGS
It is most important that this instruction book
should be retained with the appliance for future re-
ference. Should the appliance be sold or transfer-
red to another owner, or should you move house
and leave the appliance, always ensure that the
book is supplied with the appliance in order that
the new owner can be acquainted with the
functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.
These warnings are provided in the interest of
safety. You must read them carefully before instal-
ling or using the appliance.
ªThis appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.
ªAny electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
ªThis product should be serviced by an authorized
Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
ªIt is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
this product in any way.
ªCare must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
ªThe domestic refrigerators and freezers are desi-
gned to be used specifically for the storage of edi-
ble foodstuffs only.
ªFrozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been
thawed out.
ªManufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
ªDuring normal operation, the condenser and com-
pressor at the back of the appliance heat up consi-
derably. For safety reasons, minimum ventilation
must be as shown in the relevant Figure.
Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of ob-
struction.
ªBefore any cleaning or maintenance work is carried
out, be sure to switch off and unplug the appliance.
ªIf the appliance has been transported horizontally, it
is possible that the oil contained in the compressor
flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable to wait
at least two hours before connecting the appliance
to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
ªThe inner lining of the appliance consists of chan-
nels through which the refrigerant passes. If these
should be punctured this would damage the ap-
pliance beyond repair and cause food loss. DO
NOT USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off
frost or ice. Frost may be removed by using the
scraper provided. Under no circumstances should
solid ice be forced off the liner. Solid ice should be
allowed to thaw when defrosting the appliance. See
defrost instructions.
ªDo not use a mechanical device or any artificial me-
ans to speed up the thawing process other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
ªDo not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the free-
zer as it creates pressure on the container, which
may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the
appliance.
ªThis appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
ªIce lollies can cause frost burns if consumed
straight from the appliance.
ªThis appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling
unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore
only be carried out by authorized technicians.
ªNever use metal objects for cleaning your appliance
as it may get damaged.
ªUnder no circumstances should you attempt to re-
pair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may
cause injury or more serious malfunctioning. Refer
to your local Service Centre, and always insist on
genuine spare parts.
ªThis appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone layer, in either its refri-
gerant circuit or insulation materials. The ap-
pliance shall not be discarded together with the
urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid damaging the
cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat
exchanger. Information on your local disposal
sites may be obtained from your municipal au-
thorities.
ªTake utmost care when handling your appliance
so as not to cause any damages to the cooling
unit with consequent possible fluid leakages.
ªThe appliance must not be located close to ra-
diators or gas cookers.
ªAvoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to
direct sunlight.
ªThere must be adequate ventilation round the
back of the appliance and any damage to the re-
frigerant circuit must be avoided.
ªFor freezers only (except built-in models): an
ideal location is the cellar or basement.
ªDo not use other electrical appliances (such as
ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating ap-
pliances, unless they are approved for this pur-
pose by the manufacturer.

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INSTALLATION
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 before you discard the old
appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a
death-trap for a child.
Positioning
The appliance should be installed well away from
sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sun-
light etc.
Best performance is obtained with ambient tempera-
ture between +18°C and +43°C (class T); +18°C and
+38°C (class ST); +16°C and +32°C (class N); +10°C
and +32°C (class SN).
The class of your appliance is shown on its rating
plate.
For building into kitchen units follow the special
“Building-in” instructions given.
Electrical connection
Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and fre-
quency shown on the serial number plate correspond
to your domestic power supply.
Voltage can vary by ±6% of the rated voltage.
For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized
auto-transformer must be used.
The appliance must be earthed.
The power supply cable plug is provided with a con-
tact for this purpose.
If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed,
connect the appliance to a separate earth in compli-
ance with current regulations, consulting a specialist
technician.
The Manufacturer declines all responsibility if the
above safety precautions are not observed.
This appliance complies with EEC directive
number 87/308 of 2/6/87 relative to radio inter-
ference suppression.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
-73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and
subsequent modifications;
-89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibil-
ity Directive) and subsequent modifications.
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the
interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm wa-
ter and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical
smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly.
Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these
will damage the finish.

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Building-in instructions
Door reversibility (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
P
P1 P1
P
D544
1
Right opening
Remove the pins (P) and (P1) from the left side.
Left opening
Remove (P) from both sides and the door. Remove the
middle hinge (A) and refit it on the opposite side. Refit
the door and (P) on the left side. Remove (P1) from the
right side.
For safety reasons, minimum ventilation must be as
shown in Fig. 2.
Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of ob-
struction.
Fig. 2
D027
50-min. cm2200
min.
cm
2
200
Dimensions of housing
Push appliance into housing until stop strip (A) tou-
ches the kitchen unit.
Fig. 3
Height of
housing Depth of housing Width of housing
1446 mm 550 mm 560 mm
A
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Open the door and push the appliance against the
side of the kitchen furniture opposite to that of the ap-
pliance hinges.
Fasten the appliance with 4 screws provided in the kit
included with the appliance.
Fig. 4
Press in the joint covers between the appliance and
the kitchen unit.
Fig. 5
PR170
D724
Apply covers (B) on joint cover lugs and into hinge ho-
les.
Fig. 6
Position the runners (A) inside the kitchen unit door as
shown in Fig. 7 and mark the position of the external
holes.
After preparing the holes, screw the runners to the kit-
chen unit door using 3.5x16 mm screws.
Fig. 7
Open both the appliance door and that of the kitchen
unit to approx. 90°.
Place the little plates over the runners.
Hold the doors of the appliance and the unit together
and mark the holes.
Fig. 8
D726
B
20mm
A
50mm
PR166
8mm
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Remove the little plates and make the holes with a di-
am. of 2 mm. Replace the little plates over the runners
and screw in the screws provided (3.5x16 mm).
If the kitchen unit door needs to be re-aligned, adjust
the position of the screws in the slots.
At the end of the procedure, check that the doors of
the appliance and the kitchen unit open properly.
Fig. 9
Inner door reversal
Using a screwdriver release bracket (1) by pressing on
the internal spring (Fig. 10) and withdraw it from its
seat together with the door;
remove plug (2) and fit it in the hole left open on the
opposite side;
turn the door through 180°, remove the bracket (1)
and refit it on the opposite side.
Refit the door and insert the top pin and bottom brak-
ket (1), pushing it into place.
Fig. 10
To ensure correct storage of food, the door is fitted
with a simple spring device which holds it in the open
position until it is properly closed.
PR168
PR140
1
2
180°

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OPERATION
Operation
Insert the plug into the wall socket.
Open the refrigerator door and turn the thermostat
knob, clockwise, beyond the «O» (STOP) position.
The appliance will start to operate.
Temperature regulation
The temperature is automatically regulated and can
be increased to achieve a higher temperature (war-
mer) by rotating the thermostat knob toward lower
settings or reduced (colder) rotating the knob towards
higher settings.
However, the exact setting should be chosen keeping
in mind that the temperature inside the refrigerator de-
pends on:
room temperature;
how often the door is opened;
the quantity of food stored;
location of appliance.
A medium setting is generally the most suitable.
To stop operation, simply turn the thermostat knob to
position «O».
Important
If the ambient temperature is high or the appliance
is fully loaded, and the appliance is set to the lo-
west temperatures, it may run continuously
causing frost to form on the rear wall. In this case
the dial must be set to a higher temperature to al-
low automatic defrosting and therefore reduced
energy consumption.
Fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance:
do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the
refrigerator;
do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a
strong flavour.
Position food so that air can circulate freely round it.
Useful hints:
Meat (all types): wrap in polythene bags and place on
the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.
For safety, store in this way only one or two days
at the most.
Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc..: these should be
covered and may be placed on any shelf.
Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly
cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided.
Butter and cheese: these should be placed in special
airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or poly-
thene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be
stored in the bottle rack on the door.
Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not pak-
ked, must not be kept in the refrigerator.
Ambient switch
With a room temperature lower than +14°C, switch (A)
(see Fig. 10a) should be depressed (the built-in light
will come on).
Fig. 10a
A- Ambient switch
B- Thermostat knob
D710
AB

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ZERO DEGREE Compartment
Temperature
The temperature in this compartment is automatically
maintained between 0°C and +3°C. No adjustment is
needed by the user.
Food storage and humidity control
Various fresh foods can be stored in the ZERO DE-
GREE compartment for almost twice as long as in the
refrigerator compartment.
The humidity contained in the foods (in particular fruit
and vegetables) make optimum storage conditions
possible.
The two top drawers are fitted with slits (A - see figure)
(adjustable by means of sliding levers) which allow the
humidity inside the drawers to be varied. Highest hu-
midity is maintained with the slits closed. The bottom
drawer is low humidity.
Food recommended for storage in the ZERO DE-
GREE compartment
The following foods can be stored in this compart-
ment:
low humidity:
MEAT MILK
FISH BUTTER
SHELLFISH SOFT CHEESES
high humidity:
MUSHROOMS STRAWBERRIES
ARTICHOKES RASPBERRIES
ASPARAGUS PEACHES
CAULIFLOWER APRICOTS
CARROTS APPLES
PEARS RADISHES CHERRIES
GRAPES
Defrosting
The ZERO DEGREE compartment defrosts automati-
cally. The defrost water is collected in a small bowl lo-
cated at the back of the appliance, just above the
compressor, from which it evaporates.
D730
A
Inner arrangement
Movable glass shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series
of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as
desired.
For better use of space, the front half-shelves can lie
over the rear ones (Fig. 11).
Fig. 11
Positioning the door shelves
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes,
the door shelves can be placed at different heights.
To make these adjustments proceed as follows:
Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows
until it comes free, then reposition as required.
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
D338
D026
D006

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Freezing fresh food
The compartment marked by the 4-star symbol
is suitable for the long-term storage of frozen foods
and for freezing fresh food.
To freeze fresh food, it is not necessary to change the
thermostat knob setting from normal. If you require
fast freezing, however, turn the thermostat knob to the
coldest setting. In this case, though, be sure that the
temperature in the refrigerator compartment does not
drop below zero.
Depress the ambient switch at least 3 hours before
loading food to be frozen.
To obtain best results from the freezing process, here
are some useful hints:
Place the food to be frozen in the top basket of the
freezing compartment as this is the coldest part.
The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in
24h is stated on the rating plate.
Freeze only high-quality, fresh and thoroughly clean
food; prepare the food to be frozen in small portions.
This not only ensures rapid freezing, but it also ena-
bles you to use a part of the produce instead of having
to wastefully thaw the entire piece.
Remember that lean foods last longer and better than
fat foods, and that salt will reduce their storage life.
Wrap all foods in aluminium foil or polythene bags,
and make sure the wrapping is hermetically sealed
and air is excluded: this will help preserve colour, taste
and nutritional value of the food.
Do not freeze fresh foods all at the same time, in a
quantity exceeding that shown on the appliance’s ra-
ting plate.
Mark the packs with contents and freezing dates so
that you can keep a check on storage periods.
During the freezing process, do not add new food to
be frozen, do not let food to be frozen come into con-
tact with already frozen food and do not open the
door frequently. The freezing process may be regar-
ded as completed after 24 hours from its beginning.
Important
Do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc.) or
warm food in the freezer compartment and do not fill
covered containers to the brim.
Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight
from the freezer.
If during the storage of frozen food there is a power
cut, it is advisable to use up the food within a short
time or to cook it immediately and then freeze it again.
Frozen food storage
The compartment marked by the symbol is
also suitable for storing ice cream and frozen food.
To obtain the best results, make sure – first of all – that
the frozen food to be stored has been kept at the pro-
per temperature in the shop.
Also, wrap frozen food in newspaper when you buy it
and get it home and store as soon as possible.
When the appliance is used for the first time or after
an idle period, it is necessary to let it run for at least
two hours with the thermostat knob on the coldest
setting before placing any frozen food in this compart-
ment, then turn the thermostat knob back to the nor-
mally required setting.
Important
Do not exceed the recommended storage times given
on the packets by the producer of commercially-fro-
zen food.
Avoid opening the door too often and do not leave it
open longer than absolutely necessary.
If there is a power failure, do not open the door during
the whole time of the failure. If the compartment is ful-
ly loaded, frozen food is not affected provided the po-
wer failure is short. Otherwise it is recommended that
the food be used within 24 hours.
Thawing
Deep-frozen and frozen food, prior to being used, can
be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room
temperature depending on the time available for this
operation. Small pieces of food – such as hambur-
gers, chops, chips and fish fingers, for example – can
be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer; in this
case, though, cooking will take longer.
Ice-cube production
This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for
the production of ice-cubes.
Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer
compartment.
Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays
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Defrosting
Frost is automatically eliminated from the evaporator
of the refrigerator compartment every time the motor
compressor stops, during normal use.
The defrost water drains out through a trough into a
special container at the back of the appliance, over
the motor compressor, where it evaporates.
It is important to periodically clean the defrost
water drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator
compartment channel to prevent the water over-
flowing and dripping onto the food inside.
Use the special cleaner provided, which you will
find already inserted into the drain hole.
Fig. 14
D037
The freezer compartment, however, will become pro-
gressively covered with frost. This should be removed
with the special plastic scraper provided, whenever
the thickness of the frost exceeds 4 mm.
During this operation it is not necessary to switch off
the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
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 re-
commended by the manufacturer.
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the in-
ner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out as
follows:
pull out the plug from the wall socket or turn the ther-
mostat knob to the «O» setting;
WARNING! When the thermostat knob is turned to po-
sition «O» the ZERO DEGREE compartment also swit-
ches off.
remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of
newspaper and put it in a cool place;
leave the door open, place a basin on the top shelf of
the refrigerator compartment, under the drain hole, re-
move the plug as shown in the figure;
Fig. 15
when defrosting is completed, dry the interior thorou-
ghly and refit the plug;
keep the scraper for future use;
turn the thermostat knob back to the required setting
or replace the plug in the power socket.
After two or three hours, reload the previously remo-
ved food into the compartment.
Important: A temperature rise of the frozen food
packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe stora-
ge life.
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MAINTENANCE
Unplug the appliance before carrying out any
maintenance operation.
Warning
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling
unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only
be carried out by authorized technicians.
Periodic cleaning
Never use metal objects for cleaning your appliance
as it may get damaged.
Clean out the interior periodically with lukewarm water
and some bicarbonate of soda.
Idle periods
During periods when the appliance is not in use, e.g.
when you are going away on holiday, we suggest you
take the following precautions:
Pull out the plug from the wall socket;
Remove all food from the appliance;
Carefully clean the interior and all movable parts;
Leave the door ajar to facilitate the circulation of air in
the interior so as to prevent the formation of un-
pleasant smells.
Interior light
The light bulb inside the refrigerator compartment can
be reached as follows:
ªunscrew the light cover securing screws;
ªunhook the moving part by pressing it as shown in
the figure.
If the door is open and the light does not come on,
check that the bulb is properly screwed in; if it still
does not work, replace the bulb with one of the same
power.
The maximum rating is shown on the light cover.
Fig. 16
D411
SOMETHING NOT WORKING...
If something is not working properly, check that:
the plug is firmly in the wall socket and the mains po-
wer switch is on;
there is an electricity supply (find out by plugging in
another appliance);
the thermostat knob is in the correct position.
If there are water drops on the bottom of the cabinet
check that the defrost water drain outlet is not ob-
structed (Fig. 14).
If your appliance is still not working properly after ma-
king the above checks, contact your local dealer or
the nearest service centre.
To obtain fast service, it is essential that when you ap-
ply for it you specify the model and serial number of
your appliance which can be found on the rating plate,
inside the cabinet or on your guarantee certificate.