Zanussi zvc45 User manual

ZAHUSSI
FREEZER
ZVC45
ZVC45AL
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

CONTENTS
Warnings page 3
Conservation . page 4
Installation. page 5
Positioning . page 5
The electrical connections . page 6
Door reversal directions. page 7
Your appliance . page 8
Operation. page 9
Freezer controls. page 9
Temperature control. page 9
Freezing fresh food. page 9
Frozen food storage. page 10
Thawing. page 10
Ice making . page 10
Health and safety guidelines. page 11
Defrosting. page 12
Maintenance and cleaning. page 13
What happens if something goes wrong? . page 14
Guarantee conditions. page 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
85 cm
Width
54.5 cm
Depth
60 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND
FREQUENCY
220-240 V / 50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
110 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY
1.10 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
125 1
NET CAPACITY
104 1
STAR RATING
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive No. 87/308 of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference suppression.
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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
SUPPLIED 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.
■ This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.
■ Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
■ This product should be serviced by an authorised
ZANUSSI Service Force Centre, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
■ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way.
■ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
■ ZANUSSI domestic refrigerators, freezers and
fridge/freezers are designed to be used
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs
only.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer as it creates pressure on the container,
which may cause it to explode, resulting in
damage to the appliance.
■ 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.
■ 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”.
■ Ice lollies can cause “frost/freezer burns” if
consumed straight from the freezer.
■ Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
■ 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 Force Centre and always insist
on genuine spare parts.

CONSERVATION
In the interests of the Environment:
When disposing of your old fridge, freezer or fridge/freezer.
Help to keep your country tidy — use authorised
disposal sites for your old appliances.
For maximum efficiency:
Make sure that the appliance is cleaned properly.
Make sure that the door is closed properly.
Do not position the appliance near to sources of
heat.
Do not over-fill your appliance, air MUST be
allowed to circulate.
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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 10 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 100 mm (4") distance between
the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen
furniture.
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.
To increase ventilation it is possible to fit a
ventilation grill in your worktop. This grill is
available as a spare part from your local Zanussi
Service Centre.
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. 1).
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 may 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. 2
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre whose
address is listed in the Customer Care Booklet
which accompanies your instruction manual.
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
Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
modifications.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is
easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
Before using
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and a little
bicarbonate of soda (one teaspoonful to one quart
of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the
smell might linger. Dry thoroughly.
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.
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Door reversal directions (Fig. 3)
Before carrying out the operations described below,
pull out the mains plug from the wall socket.
To carry out this reversal go through the following
steps:
Gently lay the freezer on its back with the top
held away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of
packing.
Remove the bottom door hinge (5).
Remove the freezer door (4) by opening it and
pulling it gently downwards to remove it from the
top hinge pin (2).
Unscrew the top hinge pin (2) from the top
hinge (1) and replace it in the opposite hole on the
left hand side.
Unscrew the foot at the base (6) of the appliance
and refit it on the opposite side.
Refit the freezer door and the bottom hinge to the
left hand side.
Remove the door handle (3) and fit it on the
opposite side by removing the plastic plugs from
the fixing holes and fitting them in the vacated
holes on the opposite side. (Protect the paintwork
with masking tape).
When the bottom hinge is screwed in, a certain amount of
force is exerted on the screws.
It is therefore advisable to lubricate the screw tips before
starting this operation.
Attention
After completion of the door reversal operation,
verify that the door gasket is sealing onto the
cabinet.
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A BCD E
A - Fast freeze switch
B - Fast freeze light (yellow)
C - Mains-on light (green)
Start your appliance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The pilot light
(C-Fig. 4) will light up to show that the appliance
is on.
Temperature control
The temperature within the freezer is controlled
by the thermostat situated at the top of the
cabinet (E-Fig. 4).
To operate the freezer proceed as follows:
Turn the thermostat control beyond the «0»
position.
When you first start the freezer, we suggest that
you turn the thermostat control to a medium
setting, between 2 and 4. For easier turning of this
control, use a small coin.
The internal temperature of the freezer is
automatically adjusted by the thermostat to ensure
safe food storage. However, if the appliance is
working in unfavourable room conditions such as
poor ventilation, high temperature and frequent
door openings, it may be necessary to select a
more suitable setting.
To obtain a lower temperature, turn the thermostat
control to the higher numbers; to obtain a higher
temperature turn the control to the lower
numbers.
Warning light (red)
If the temperature warning light (I)) lights up, it
indicates that the temperature within the freezer
has reached a level where the safe food storage is
no longer ensured.
When the freezer is first switched on, the warning-
light will stay on until the temperature has
dropped to a safe level for the storage of frozen
food.
I) - Warning light (red)
E - Thermostat control
Freezing fresh food
In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 13 kg
of fresh food.
When you first start the freezer or after a period
of non-use, slide the fast-freeze switch (A-Fig. 4) to
the left (fast freeze position) 2-3 hours before you
want to freeze your food (the yellow light (B) lights
up).
If the freezer is already in operation, the
fast-freeze switch should be activated about 24
hours before freezing fresh food. This time can be
shortened, depending on the quantity of food to be
frozen. After the time has elapsed place the food to
be frozen in the to]) compartment of the freezer as
this is the coldest part.
Once the food is completely frozen (which could
take up to 24 hours) return the fast freeze switch
to the «OFF» position; the yellow light (B) goes off.
Distribute the frozen food packages in the other-
compartments, so that the top compartment can be
used for a further freezing operation.
Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly
cleaned foodstuffs.
Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is
already frozen.
During the freezing process, ensure that the
freezer door remains closed.
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Frozen food storage
When you first start the freezer or if the freezer
has been out of use for some time, we advise you
to run your appliance for at least two hours in the
«fast freeze* mode before storing frozen food.
To obtain the best performance from this
appliance, we strongly recommend that you make
sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were
adequately stored by the retailer and, furthermore,
be sure that these frozen foodstuffs are transferred
from the foodstore to the consumer in the shortest
possible time (a temperature increase of the frozen
food could shorten its storage period).
It is also advisable not to exceed the storage period
indicated by the producer of the food.
Finally, do not open the door frequently or leave it
open longer than is absolutely necessary.
Attention
Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks etc.), in
the freezer compartment.
Water ices, if consumed immediately after removal
from the freezer, can possibly result in 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”.
If there is a power failure during the storage of
frozen food, do not open the door during the whole
time of the power failure. If the freezer is fully
loaded, the frozen food will not be affected if the
power cut is of short duration; otherwise, it is
recommended to consume the food within a very
short time.
Ice making
Fill the ice tray with water to the top of each ice
cube compartment, and place it in the freezer
compartment. To release the ice cubes, twist the
tray along its length.
Never use a sharp instrument to remove ice tray.
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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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 once-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.
■ Keep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your freezer 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 freezer door closed as much as
possible. Remember that warm air is flowing in
as you are deciding what to have for tea!
■ Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air circulate around each item.
■ Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOT place in the freezer until cool. (Leave food
in a place as cool as possible in order that it can
then be placed in the freezer as soon as
possible).
■ Do not store food uncovered.
■ The best way to defrost food is to put it in the
refrigerator to thaw slowly.
■ 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.
■ It is important that food is used before its best
before” date.
■ Always wash your hands with soapy water and
dry them with a clean towel before handling
food.
■ Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross
contamination by not using the same work
surface or knife, without washing them
thoroughly in between.
■ Use kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning
up food. If you use a dishcloth, be sure to boil it
frequently.
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Defrosting
The freezer compartment will become
progressively covered with frost. This should be
removed with the special plastic scraper provided,
whenever the thickness of the frost exceeds 1/4*.
During this operation it is not necessary to switch
off the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the
inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried
out and it is advisable to carry out this operation
when the appliance is empty.
To carry out complete defrosting proceed as
follows:
Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers
of newspaper and put it in a cool place.
Turn the thermostat control (E-Fig. 4) to the «0»
setting.
Leave the door open.
Introduce the plastic scraper in the appropriate
seating as shown in Figure 5 and place underneath
a basin to collect the defrost water.
Fig. 5
Attention!
«In the event of a power failure causing the temperature
within your freezer to rise, do not re-freeze 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 re-frozen 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 re-frozen providing there
are still ice crystals remaining within them.
Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be
re-frozen as cooked dishes.
Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a
cooked dish.
When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly.
Turn the thermostat control to a medium setting
between 2 and 4 and, after letting the appliance
run for at least two hours in the «fast freeze»
mode, replace the previously removed food into the
compartment.
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.
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
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 door ajar
to prevent unpleasant smells.
THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE
SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG SMELL.
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 compressor at the back of the
appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner.
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.
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

WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG?
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service Force
Centre, check the following points:
The appliance does not work...
Check that:
■ There is power at the socket.
■ Ensure that there is not a power cut by
checking the household lights.
■ The fuse has not blown.
■ The air circulation passages are not covered.
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 or to the fixed freezer shelves.
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.
Other points to check...
Check that:
■ Have you turned the thermostat to the correct
setting?
■ Has door been left open causing the temperature
to rise?
■ 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
will quickly equalise and allow the door to open
normally.
If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre, whose
address can be found in the accompanying
Customer Care Booklet, and can also be found in
your local telephone directory under «Z».
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.
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service Force
Centre, make a note of the make, model and date
of purchase of your machine: the Service
Department require this information.
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. The label can be stuck to the
machine or adjacent furniture.
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PEACE OF MIND FOR TWELVE M ONTHS
Zanussi guarantee conditions
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and
other 1 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 Force 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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