Zanussi ZCF 37 C User manual

ZANUSSI
CHEST FREEZER
ZCF 37 C
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
1351941
82041 71 17

A\ Important Safety Information
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them ail 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.
• 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.
• There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material
away from children!
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
flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire
extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the refrigerator.
• 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 bums.
• 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.
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Contents
Instructions for the User
Important Safety Information 2
Description of the Appliance 4
Operation
Before use 5
Starting the Appliance 5
Thermostat Control 5
Opening/Closing the Lid 5
Freezing Fresh Food 5
Frozen Food Storage 5
Thawing 5
Hints and Tips
Normal Operating Sounds 6
Food Storage 6
Energy Saving Advice 6
In the Event of a Power Failure 6
Defrosting 7
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning 7
External cleaning 7
When the appliance is not in use 7
Something not Working 8
Service and Spare Parts 9
Customer Care g
Guarantee Conditions 1 o
Instructions for the installer
Technical specifications 11
Installation
Positioning 11
Electrical Connections 12
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Description of the Appliance
C
A - Freezer calendar (recommanded storage times for frozen foods)
B - Freezer controls
C - Compartment for frozen food storage and freezing fresh foods
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Operation
Before Use
Remove all packaging and securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml
to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the
smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.
Starting the Appiiance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The green pilot light
will illuminate to show that the appliance is switched on.
Thermostat Control
The temperature within the freezer is controlled by the
thermostat situated on the lower front of the cabinet. To
operate the freezer, proceed as follows:-
Turn the thermostat control beyond the ‘O’ position.
When you first start the freezer we suggest that you turn the
thermostat to a medium setting ie 3-4
0 = Off
1 = Lowest setting, minimum cold
7 = Highest setting, maximum cold
Allow the freezer to run for several hours before placing food
inside.
Do not fill the freezer to more than 5mm below the top edge.
Opening/Closing the Lid
The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to prevent
moisture entering the freezer, increasing the amount of frost
formed.
When the lid is opened the air inside the freezer becomes
slightly warmer and expands. When the lid is closed again
the air is cooled immediately. This may lead to the creation
of a vacuum which makes it hard to open the lid again
immediately. This is quite normal.
Wait for a few minutes until the vacuum has subsided and
then open gently. Never use excessive force on the handle.
Freezing Fresh Food
It is important that fresh food placed in the freezer is frozen
quickly and that the food already in the freezer is heated as
little as possible.
If more than 3-4kg of food is to be frozen:
1. T urn the thermostat to the coldest setting ‘7’ 6-24
hours before placing the food in the freezer.
2. Place the food in the freezer and leave the
thermostat at ‘7’ for a further 24 hours.
3. After 24 hours, return the thermostat to the normal
setting.
E l f the thermostat is accidentally left at the coldest
setting the freezer will not be damaged, but
energy will be wasted.
Frozen Food Storage
When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has been out of
use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at
least 2 hours at the coldest setting ‘7’ 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.
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.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.
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 lid. 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 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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[71 Hints & Tips
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 lid open for long periods or
opening the lid 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 lid
from closing properly.
In the Event of a Power Failure
If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen
foods, keep the lid 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.
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Chicken: Should also be cooked and refrozen as a
fresh dish.

Defrosting
The freezer compartment will become progressively
covered with frost. This should be removed with the
special plastic scraper provided whenever the thickness
of frost exceeds 1/4".
During this operation it is not necessary to switch off the
power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
Maintenance and
Cieaning
Before any maintenance or cleaning is
carried out you must DISCONNECT the
appliance from the electricity supply
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner
liner, complete defrosting should be carried out and it is
advisable to perform this operation when the appliance is
empty.
To carry out complete defrosting:
1.
It is advisable to disconnect the appliance from
the electrical supply. If the plug is inaccessible,
turn the thermostat to ‘O’.
2.
Remove any stored food, wrap in several layers
of newspaper and store in a cool place.
3.
Leave the lid open.
4.
To accelerate the defrosting process place a
bowl of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer
and close the lid.
Internal Cleaning
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5ml 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.
5. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly.
6. Turn the thermostat control back to a medium
setting between 3-4 and leave to run for at least
2 hours.
7. Replace the previously removed food.
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.
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 lid open to prevent
unpleasant smells.
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Something not Working
If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Zanussi Service
Force Centre
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
No power to the appliance
■ Check there is power at the socket
■ Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
■ Check the mains fuse has not blown.
The temperature in the freezer is too high
■ Check the thermostat is turned to the correct setting
relevant to ambient conditions.
Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliance’s operating limits of 10° 32°C.
The freezer lid will not open
■ Has the lid just been opened? If so leave for a few
minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise.
■ Adjust the thermostat to give correct temperature
control. See Temperature Control’.
■ Check that the lid is closed.
■ Large quantities of food have recently been placed in
the cabinet/and or the lid is frequently opened.
• Check that air ventilation is not obstructed.
Excessive frost and ice has built up
• Ensure the lid has not been left open.
■ Check that nothing is preventing the lid from closing.
■ Is the lid gasket intact and clean?
■ Has advised periodic cleaning been carried out.
Noise
■ Refer to ‘Normal Operating Sounds’
If after all these checks your appliance still does not operate correctly, contact your local Zanussi 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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Service and Spare Parts
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you v\/ish to purchase spare parts, please contact your
local Zanussi Service Force Centre by telephoning:-
0870 5 929929
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. The
addresses are listed on the following pages.
For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit
the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk
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.
Customer Care Department
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi products,
please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website
at www.zanussi.co.uk
Customer Care Department
Zanussi
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SLI IDZ
08705 727727 (*)
* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
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Guarantee Conditions
We, Zanussi undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Zanussi appiiance or any part thereof is
proved to be defective by reason oniy of fauity 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 sen/iced, 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 Zanussi 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 replacement 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 manufacture which are not marked by Zanussi.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal rights.
ZANUSSI 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, list 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 Nurnberg
[phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm
[phone]
UK Slough [phone]
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