Zanussi ZF 80/30 FF User manual

ZANUSSI
REFRIGERATOR-
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
170
em
Width
60
cm
Depth
55
em
POWER
SUPPLY
VOLTAGE
AND
FREQUENCY
220-240
V
/
50
Hz
TOTAL
POWER
ABSORBED
200
W
AVERAGE
DAILY
UNITS
ELECTRICITY
2.10
kWh
GROSS
CAPACITY
Fridge
220
1
Freezer
85
1
NET
CAPACITY
Fridge
215
1
Freezer
65
1
STAR
RATING
2

WARNINGS
IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THIS INSTRUCTION
BOOK SHOULD BE RETAINED WITH THE APPLIANCE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE APPLIANCE
BE SOLD OR TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER OWNER, OR
SHOULD YOU MOVE HOUSE AND LEAVE THE
APPLIANCE, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE BOOK IS
LEFT WITH THE APPLIANCE IN ORDER THAT THE
NEW OWNER CAN GET TO KNOW THE FUNCTIONING
OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE RELEVANT WARNINGS.
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST
OF SAFETY. YOU MUST READ THEM CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.
m This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.
B Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
m This product should be serviced by an authorised
ZANUSSI Service Centre, and only genuine
spare parts should be used.
m It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way.
m Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
m ZANUSSI domestic refrigerators, freezers and
fridge/freezers are designed to be used
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs
only.
m There are working parts in this product which
heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate
ventilation as a failure to do this will result in
possible food loss. See installation instructions.
E Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Wherever 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.
m Before defrosting, cleaning or maintenance work
is carried out, be sure to switch off the
appliance and unplug it.
@ Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has
thawed out.
m Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer as it creates pressure on the container,
whieh may cause it to explode, resulting in
damage to the appliance.
B The cooling plate or refrigerated freezer shelves
in this appliance contain channels through which
the refrigerant passes. If these are punctured
this would cause substantial damage to the
appliance and result in food loss. DO NOT USE
SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or
ice. Under NO circumstances should solid ice be
forced off the lining or shelves. Solid ice should
be allowed to thaw, when defrosting the
appliance. See Defrost instructions.
m The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on in order to
allow the refrigerant to settle.
= This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
= Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or “frost/freezer burns”.
m Ice lollies can cause “frost/freezer burns” if
consumed straight from the freezer.
m Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
m Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced persons may cause injury
or serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local
ZANUSSI Service Centre and always insist on
genuine spare parts.

THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety
measure not be observed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not
suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off
and the appropriate plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
The cut off plug should then be disposed of to
prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be
plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of
your home.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in
the mains lead of your appliance may not
correspond with the markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Fig. 3
GREEN 8 YELLOW 13 AMP FUSE
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Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter «E» or the earth symbol ©, or coloured
green and yellow.
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or
coloured black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter «L» or
coloured red.
The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a
fuse. For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse.
Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier
is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the
coloured insert at the base of the plug.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Zanussi Service Centre whose address is
listed in the Customer Care Booklet which
accompanies your instruction manual.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive No. 87/308
of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference suppression.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily
accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

INSTALLATION
Warning
IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE
THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR,
YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT IS MADE
UNUSABLE
TO
PREVENT
YOUNG
CHILDREN
BEING TRAPPED INSIDE.
Depending
upon
the
position
which
you
choose
for
your
appliance,
you
may
wish
to
reverse
the
way
in
which
the
door
opens.
To
do
this,
refer
to
instructions
on
“Door
reversal
directions”
paragraph.
Positioning
For this appliance to work efficiently, it should be
located away from heat sources, e.g. cookers,
radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. This also
includes locations or rooms where the ambient
temperature reaches above 32 degrees C or drops
below 16 degrees (e.g. conservatories).
You should also ensure that air can circulate freely
around the back and the top of the cabinet. There
must also be at least 5 mm distance between the
top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen
furniture (Fig. 1-A). Ideally, the appliance should
not be positioned beneath overhanging furniture
(Fig. 1-B).
Fig. 1
There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of
the appliance. Do not obstruct the space
underneath. The back of the cabinet may be placed
close to the wall but must not touch it. DO NOT
install in places with restricted ventilation.
Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out
the adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the
cabinet using your fingers or a spanner (see Fig. 2).
m | Fig. 2
Before using
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or
detergent as the smell might linger. Dry
thoroughly.

THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety
measure not be observed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not
suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off
and the appropriate plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
The cut off plug should then be disposed of to
prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be
plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of
your home.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in
the mains lead of your appliance may not
correspond with the markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Fig. 3
GREEN & YELLOW 13 AMP FUSE
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Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter «E» or the earth symbol ©, or coloured
green and yellow.
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or
coloured black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter «L» or
coloured red.
The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a
fuse. For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse.
Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier
is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the
coloured insert at the base of the plug.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Zanussi Service Centre whose address is
listed in the Customer Care Booklet which
accompanies your instruction manual.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive No. 87/308
of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference suppression.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily
accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

DOOR REVERSIBILITY
Unplug
the
appliance
from
the
power
supply
Fig.
4
before
carrying
out
any
work.
IB.
To
reverse
the
doors,
proceed
as
follows:
Remove the ventilation grille (D-Fig. 4), which has
a snap-in fitting.
Remove the bottom hinge (E-Fig. 4) by unscrewing
the two fixing screws.
Remove
the
bottom
door
by
sliding
it
off
the
centre
hinge.
Remove the centre hinge (H-Fig. 6).
Remove the top door by sliding it off the top pin
(A-Fig. 5).
Unscrew the top pin (A) and washer (B) from the
top hinge (C) (Fig. 5) and refit them on the
opposite side.
Refit the top door.
Refit the centre hinge on the opposite side.
Refit the bottom door.
Refit the bottom hinge (E-Fig. 4) on the opposite
side, using the two screws previously removed.
Fig. 5
With the help of a tool, remove the small cover
(F-Fig. 4), which blanks off the slot for the bottom
hinge, from the ventilation grille (D-Fig. 4).
Fit cover (G-Fig. 4), supplied with the appliance,
into the slot left open.
Snap the ventilation grille (D-Fig. 4) back into
place.
Alignment of the two doors is achieved by Fig. 6
adjusting the centre hinge (H-Fig. 6).
Attention
After completion of the door reversibility
operation, check that the door gasket is sealing
onto the cabinet.

YOUR APPLIANCE
ise 277
72
Lx. III
A - Dairy compartment with egg trays and butter box
B - Can storage shelfs
C - Drink dispenser
D - Bottle storage shelf
E
-
Freezer
calender
(recommended
storage
times
for
frozen
foods)
and
produce
storage
card
(write
on
/
wipe
off
card
for
recording
what
has
been
stored
in
the
freezer
and
when)
F - Freezing fresh foods
G - Storing frozen food and making ice cubes
H - Salad drawers
I
-
Glass
shelf
(for
storing
fresh
meat)
with
crisp’n
fresh
filter
J - Cool check temperature guide
K - Storage shelves
L
-
Sliding
drawer
for
storing
sliced
ham,
chocolate,
sliced
cheese
M
-
Can
dispenser
N - Meat box

OPERATION
Control panel
A. Operating pilot light
Setting the temperature
The temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer is
regulated by a single thermostat with 6
temperature positions and one «OFF» (O) position.
Position 1 = minimum cold
Position 6 = maximum cold
Turn the thermostat dial to the required position;
the intermediate position is usually the most suitable.
The thermostat setting can vary as the
temperature inside the refrigerator compartment
depends on the following factors:
— room temperature
— how often the door is opened
— how much food is stored
— position of the appliance
Important
If the refrigerator is not defrosting correctly, it is
possible that because a very low temperature has
been selected and the motor is working
continuously, which prevents the defrost cycle from
operating.
To ensure correct defrosting, a lower number
should be selected on the thermostat and you
should notice that the motor cuts out from time to
time, which is correct.
If you wish to return to a lower temperature, turn
the thermostat to a higher number, however you
should turn the setting lower occasionally to allow
automatic defrosting.
The freezer compartment
The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for
storage of commereially frozen food and for
freezing fresh foods.
B. Thermostat knob
Freezing fresh food
It is not necessary to adjust the thermostat setting
when freezing fresh food.
In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 3.5 kg.
Place food to be frozen in the bottom drawer of
the freezer as this is the coldest part.
Caution
In the event of a power cut the food in the freezer
will not be affected if the power cut is short and if
the freezer is full. Do not open the door. Should
the food begin to thaw, it must be consumed
quickly and must not be re-frozen.
Thawing
Food can be thawed in a number of ways,
depending on the type of food and the size of the
packs.
Meat, fish and fruit should be thawed in the
refrigerator compartment and small pieces of meat
or poultry can even be cooked while still frozen,
but you must ensure that it is thoroughly cooked
through.
Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling
water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly
in the oven in their aluminium wrapping.
A microwave oven is particularly suitable for
thawing any type of frozen or deep-frozen food:
follow the oven instructions, particularly regarding
the placement of aluminium wrapping in the oven.
Making ice cubes
The appliance is provided with two plastie ice cube
trays.
Fill the trays 3/4 full to allow the ice to expand
and place them in one of the freezer drawers.
To turn out the ice cubes simply give the tray a
slight twist to release the cubes.

HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been
removed from many pre-prepared food. This together with
the changes in shopping habits to.a onee-a-week shop, mean
that safe handling and storage of food«is even more
important than ever.
The following tips should help you to ensure that the food
in your home is in as perfect condition as possible.
m Keep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your fridge as short as possible.
Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of
orange juice rose to 22°C in an hour between the
supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to
get down to 7°C in the refrigerator.
Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as
possible. Remember that warm air is flowing in
as you are deciding what to have for tea!
m Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air circulate around each item.
m Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOT place in the refrigerator or freezer until
cool. (Leave food in a place as cool as possible in
order that it ean then be placed in the
refrigerator or freezer as soon as possible).
m Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be
in separate containers. Take care not to let the
meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat
does drip, remove everything and clean
thoroughly.
m Do not store food uncovered.
W The best way to defrost food is to put it in the
refrigerator to thaw slowly.
m Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and
clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate
of soda in warm water (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
m Never allow spillages to dry and harden.
m 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.
m It is important that food is used before its “best
before" date.
B Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the
refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped
eggs.
m Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to
ensure that it is clean and free from bits and
pieces.
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= Always wash your hands with soapy water and
dry them with a clean towel before handling
food.
W Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross
contamination by not using the same work
surface or knife, without washing them
thoroughly in between.
W Use kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning
up food. If you use a dishcloth, be sure to boil it
frequently.
m The fresh foods to be frozen must be fresh and
of the best quality.
E The size of each pack should be small enough to
ensure that it is used in one go. Small packs
freeze more quickly and uniformly and give
better results.
m Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.
Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty
food, salt reduces the storage time.
a Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium
freezing bags or foil so that they adhere to the
food and provide an airtight seal.
m 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.
m Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy
drink in the freezer as they may explode.
Containers with a lid must not be filled to the
brim.
m Do not open the door or place extra fresh food
in the freezer next to food which is already
frozen as this could cause the temperature of the
frozen food to rise and its quality and storage
life to reduce.

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.
Do
not
cover
the
shelves
with
any
protective
material,
such
as
paper,
cardboard
or
plastic,
which
may
obstruct
the
air
circulation
through
them.
To
help
you
use
your
refrigerator
correctly,
here
are
some
more
useful
hints:
Raw
meat
(beef,
pork,
lamb
&
wild
fowl):
wrap
in
polythene
bags
and
place
on
top
of
the
salad
crisper.
Meat
can
only
be
stored
safely
in
this
way
for
one
or
two
days
at
the
most.
Fruit € vegetables: these should be thoroughly
cleaned
and
placed
in
the
bottom
salad
crispers.
Butter
€
cheese:
these
should
be
placed
in
special
airtight
containers
or
wrapped
in
aluminium
foil
or
polythene 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.
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with
runners so that shelves can be positioned as
desired.
Fig. 7
Dual purpose meat box
The
meat
box
can
also
be
used
as
a
salad
crisper.
The
lid
is
reversible
and
when
storing
meat
the
10mm
gap
allows
the
meat
to
breathe.
By
reversing
the
lid
the
box
becomes
airtight
and
can
be
used
as
a
salad
crisper.
Positioning the door shelf
To
permit
storage
of
food
packages
of
various
sizes,
the
door
shelf
can
be
adjusted
in
height.
To do this proceed as per Fig. 8.
Fig. 8
The
top
shelf
can
be
removed
for
easier
cleaning
(see
Fig.
9).
Fig. 9
11

Drink dispenser
The container for cooling drinks (Fig. 10) is located
in the door of the fridge. It is easily removed from
its runners for filling and cleaning by pushing it
upwards from the left side and then by pulling
sharply outwards. Remove the clip on lid to fill.
Fig. 10
To pour a drink, press a glass upwards against the
tap arms. To stop the flow of liquid remove the
glass.
Before using the dispenser, we recommend that
you rinse it several times with hot water. For a
thorough cleaning of the container add a spoonful
of bicarbonate of soda to the rinsing water. Push
the dispenser tap on and off several times to allow
sugar deposits from soft drinks or wines to
dissolve, or alternatively remove for cleaning by
unscrewing in an anticlockwise direction. Empty
the container and rinse thoroughly with clean
water.
If using the dispenser to store fresh fruit juice,
particular attention should be paid to the
manufacturers storage instructions. It is also
advisable to clean the dispenser thoroughly
between every filling, using a solution of sterilising
fluid.
12
Use and features of the «CRISP'N FRESH» filter
The glass shelf on top of the vegetable drawers is
fitted with a special filter called «CRISP'N FRESH»
(Fig. 11) which ensures the correct amount of
ventilation, and significantly reduces the rate of
food dehydration; vegetables therefore store better
and keep longer.
Cleaning the filter
The filter is held by two small support frames
which press into position and are therefore easily
removed for cleaning. To do this, turn the glass
shelf upside down and release the frames as shown
in Fig. 12. The filter may be washed in normal
washing-up liquids. Do not place in dishwasher.
Fig. 12
Replacement filters can be purchased as a spare
part from your local Zanussi Service Centre.

Cool check temperature guide
The guide consists of a temperature sensitive strip
sealed in the shelf trim.
When the fridge is operating at the safe
temperature
to
store
food,
the
guide
will
appear
black.
If
the
temperature
rises
above
this
level
the
guide will show the words TOO WARM.
The
shelf
with
temperature
guide
must
be
placed
in
the
fridge
according
to
the
instructions
located
on
the
fridge
wall
and
always
ensure
the
guide
is
at
the
front.
When
cleaning
the
shelf
take
care
not
to
immerse
the
guide
in
water
and
wipe
any
spills
from
the
holder
quickly.
Important
The guide is only suitable for use in the model
supplied and accurate temperature guidance
cannot be guaranteed if transferred to other
appliances. The guide will not operate in the
freezer compartment.
Everyday use of the cool check temperature guide
During everyday use a fridge door is opened many
times and as a result temperature fluctuation may
occur. A Zanussi fridge is designed to cope with
any changes in temperature but under certain
conditions the temperature guide in the appliance
may show TOO WARM.
What to do if the cool check temperature guide shows TOO
WARM
The temperature guide may show TOO WARM if:
1. The fridge is switched off.
ACTION: Start the appliance in accordance with
the instructions.
2. The fridge door has recently been opened or is left open
for more than approximately one minute.
ACTION: As mentioned before the temperature
guide is sensitive to changes in fridge
temperature and opening the fridge door may
cause the guide to show TOO WARM. This
should not cause concern as such fluctuations in
temperature do not generally affect the safe
storage of food.
Leave the fridge door closed for as long as
possible so the temperature returns to a safe
level, the guide should then appear black.
3. The fridge has been loaded with fresh shopping.
ACTION: When fresh shopping or additional
quantities of food are placed in the fridge, the
temperature may rise and cause the guide to
show TOO WARM.
Do not adjust the thermostat as the time taken
for the guide to appear black will depend on the
quantity of food introduced and the temperature.
4. The fridge temperature is above the recommended
maximum for the safe storage of all food types.
ACTION: To lower the fridge temperature, adjust
the thermostat, then leave the appliance
overnight before checking the guide again.
5. If the guide is still showing TOO WARM, contact
your local Zanussi Service Centre.
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Defrosting
Refrigerator
The refrigerator automatically defrosts every time
the compressor stops.
Important
To avoid defrost water overflowing into the fridge,
periodically clean the water discharge hole in the
centre of the V shaped drip collector at the back of
the refrigerator compartment behind the fruit and
vegetable drawer. Use the special cleaner provided
which you will find already inserted into the
discharge hole (Fig. 13).
Fig. 13
Remember to wash the defrost cleaner in hot
soapy water at regular intervals. Dry thoroughly
before replacing.
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Freezer
The freezer compartment of this model is of the
«frost-free» type. This means that no frosting
occurs on the inner walls of the compartment or on
food during operation.
The absence of frosting is achieved by constant
circulation of cold air inside the compartment,
produced by an automatic fan blower.
The water produced by defrosting flows away - in
the case of both the freezer and refrigerator
compartments - through special drainage grooves
into a container positioned at the back of the
appliance above the compressor where it then
evaporates.
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs,
during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage
life.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is
carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the
ELECTRICITY supply.
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 SMELL.
Clean the drain hole of the water trough at regular
intervals and make sure that the drain hole is
never obstructed, so that the defrost water may
flow freely.
External cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do
NOT use abrasive products.
Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black
grill) and the compressors at the back of the
appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, see
Fig. 14.
Fig. 14
DIN TIL
Lili d d d d
Hl El
CONDENSER
DEFROST
TRAY
COMPRESSOR
D280
You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched
OFF. An accumulation of dust will affect the
performance of the appliance and cause excessive
electricity consumption.
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
doors
ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
Changing the light bulb
Should the interior light fail to work, first switch
off the appliance and disconnect from the
electricity supply, then replace the bulb as follows,
see Fig. 15.
Fig. 15
Unscrew
the
light
cover
and
then
pull
it
outward
toward
the
middle
of
the
cabinet.
Unscrew
the
bulb
and
replace
it
with
a
new
15
watt
bulb
(available
from
your
nearest
Zanussi
Service
Centre).
Replace the light cover by sliding it into its
original position and replacing the screw.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG?
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service
Centre, check the following points:
The appliance does not work...
Check that:
s There is power at the socket.
m Ensure that there is not a power cut-by
checking the household lights.
s The fuse has not blown.
m The air circulation passages are not covered.
W The thermostat dial is in the correct position.
Vibration or abnormal noises...
= You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the
coils of tubing at the rear, to the cooling
plate/evaporator. When the compressor is on, the
refrigerant is being pumped round, and you will
hear a whirring 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.
Traces of water on the bottom of the fridge compartment...
Check that:
= The defrosting water discharge hole is not
obstructed.
The light does not come on...
Check that:
m The bulb is fitted correctly.
m Replace the bulb if it has blown.
Fridge does not defrost...
Check that:
m The thermostat setting is not too high (see
page 9).
Other points to check...
Check that:
m Have you turned the thermostat to the correct
setting?
m Have doors been left open causing the
temperature to rise?
m Sometimes the freezer door will be difficult to
open shortly after you have closed it. Don't
worry this is due to pressure difference which
wil! quickly equalise and allow the door to open
normally.
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If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call
your local Zanussi Service Centre, whose address
can be found in the accompanying Customer Care
Booklet, and can also be found in your local
telephone directory under «Z». Please make sure
you give the model and serial number of the
appliance. This information can be found on the
rating plate inside the fridge compartment on the
left side behind the vegetable drawer, or on the
guarantee certificate.
Original spare parts can be purchased from
Zanussi Service Centres.
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.
Please note that proof of purchase is required for any
in-guarantee service calls.
SERVICE DETAILS - ADHESIVE LABEL
When you return your guarantee card to Zanussi
Ltd., you will receive an Appliance Guarantee and
Maintenance Record Card together with an
adhesive label containing the telephone number of
your local Zanussi Service Centre. The label can be
stuck to the machine or adjacent furniture.

PEACE OF MIND FOR TWELVE MONTHS
Zanussi guarantee conditions
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and
other legal rights which will not be excluded or in
any way diminished by the return of this
guarantee card.
We, Zanussi Ltd., undertake that if, within twelve
months of the date of the purchase, this ZANUSSI
appliance or any part thereof is proved to be
defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or
materials, the company will, at its option, repair or
replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for
labour, materials or carriage on condition that:
* The appliance has been correctly installed and
used only on the electricity supply stated on the
rating plate.
* The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the
manufacturer's operating and maintenance
instructions.
* The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any
person not authorised by us.
* The appliance is still in the possession of the
original purchaser.
All service work under this guarantee must be
undertaken by a Zanussi Service Centre.
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.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall.
become the property of this company.
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 machines
improperly installed or calls to machines 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
marketed by Zanussi Ltd.
* EEC Countries - The standard guarantee is
applicable but is subject to the owner's
responsibility and cost to ensure the appliance
meets the standards set by the country to which
the product is taken. The Zanussi Company in
the country concerned will be pleased to advise
further. Sight of your purchase receipt will be
required by them.
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