Zanussi Z22/16PR Operating and safety instructions

Instructions
for the use and care
of Z22/16PR
fridge/freezer

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 be acquainted
with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
Refrigeration 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.
• This product should be serviced by
an authorised Zanussi Network Service
Centre, and only genuine Zanussi spare
parts should be used.
• It is dangerous to alter the
specifications or modify the product in
any way.
• Care must be taken to ensure that
the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
• Zanussi domestic refrigerators and
fridge/freezers are designed to be used
specifically for the storage of edible
foodstuffs only.
Frozen food must not be re-frozen once
it has been thawed out.
• Manufacturers' storage
recommendations should be strictly
adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
• 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
component failure and possible food
loss. See installation instructions.
• Parts which heat up should not be
exposed. Wherever possible the back
of the product should be against a wall.
• Before any cleaning or maintenance
work is carried out, be sure to switch
off the appliance and unplug.
• The inner lining of the appliance
consists of channels through which the
refrigerant passes. If this should be
punctured this would damage the
appliance 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.
• The appliance should be left for 2
hours after installation before it is
turned on in order to allow the
refrigerant to settle.
• 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.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should
be taken when moving it.
• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if
consumed straight from the freezer.
• Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the appliance
yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause
injury or more serious malfunctioning.
Refer to your local Zanussi Network
Centre, and always insist on genuine
Zanussi spare parts.

Control panel
V. Refrigerator temperature control knob
i. Freezer temperature control knob
Green pilot light switch for normal freezer operation
). Yellow pilot light switch for quick-freeze operation
Red warning light
Thermometer
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Installation
Please note
ir your are discarding an old
refrigerator that has a lock on the door,
please ensure that the lock is made
unusable to a\a)id accidents to young
children.
Electricity Supply
The appliance is foi- operation on a
220/240 V. 50 c/s supply, so be sure
that your electricity supply voltage is
within th(‘ range marked on the
nameplate inside Uk' cabinet.
Earthing
Warning: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED. The manufacturer declines
any liabiliy should this safety measure
not be observed.
Electrical connection
Important
The unres in this mains lead are coloured
in accoidance with the following code:
GREEN AND YELLOW - EAKTTI
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
If you fit your own plug, the colours of
the wires in th(' mains lead of your
appliance may not con*espond with the
markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, this is what you have to do:
Connect the green and yellow (earth)
wire to the U'rminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter «E» or the earth
symbol or coloured green, or green
and yellow.
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter «N» or coloured black.
(VmiK'ct the brown (live) wire' to th('
terminal which is marked with the k'tb'r
«L» or coloured red.
If t.h(' plug is not suitablr' it must be cut
off ami the appropriate plug fitted.
The cut off plug should be disposed of to
pi-event th(' hazard of electric shocks in
cas(' it should b(' plugg('d into a 12 Amp
socket in another part of yonr honu'.
The plug moulded on to the cord
incoiporates a fuse. For replacement, us('
a 12 Arnf) BS 1252 fuse. Only A8TA
approved fuses should b(‘ used.
The fuse cover/cairier must be ix'placed
in th(' (went of changing fuse.
Tii(' ?-ight fus(' (*ov('r/can-ier colour is th('
one shown by the coloured inseil at the
base of the plug.
The plug must not be used if the fuse
cover/carner is lost,.
A r('plac('nu*nt cover/carriia- must b(‘
obtaiiK'd from Zanussi Scavice Agemts
whos(' addi-(‘sses are listed on the
attached «Zanussi Service Agents
Nationwide'**.
THIS APPLIANCE COMPLIES WITH
E.E.C. DIRECTIVE NO. 76/889 OF
4.11.76 RELATIVE TO RADIO
INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION.
Location and Levelling
Place the ajipliance away from heat
sources and in such a way that air can
circulate freely to the back of the
cabinet. Level by ae^usting the special
levelling feet on the bottom of the
cabinet.
Before using
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside
the appliaiKX' with lukc^warm water anc
a little bicarbonate of soda (one
teaspoonful to one (luart of water).
Do not use soap or detergent as the
smell might linger. Dry thoroughly.
Repeat the above for regular cleaning
of your appliance.

Operation
The appliance has two completely
independent compartments — one for
[ ■ (driKeration and the other for deep-
lV(Hizin;j:. d'h(^ npp(!r compartment is a
normal refrigerator suitable for storing
food and drinks. The lower
compartmcmt is a four-star ()
fr(H?z('.r suitabh' for long term storage
of commercially frozen food marked by
(he three-star symbol ( 1 *^ ) , (i.e. for 3
months, unless otherwise stated by the
manufacturer), for freezing fresh food
and also for making ice cubes. Do not
exceed the storage times shown by the
manufacturers on the commercially
frozen food packets (i.e.: the storage
limits indicated by the number of
« stars »).
Refri^^erator-Starting-Up,
Temperature, Regulation and
Storage
To start the refrigerator turn the knob
of the thermostat A - Fig. 1 clockwise
beyond «•»position. The temperature
increases (less cold) by turning the
lh(n*mostat knob anti-clockwise; it
decreases (more cold) turning it
clockwise. A medium setting is
generally the most suitable. However, a
higher setting (more cold) may be
required if the refrigerator is affected
by abnormal operating conditions such
as poor ventilation, high ambient
temperature and frequent door
openings.
To obtain the best results from the
refrigerator neither hot food nor
liquids, which may evaporate, should be
placed inside the refrigerator
compartment; cover all food,
particularly food with a strong aroma;
place meat to be stored in a special
fig. 3
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hermetically-sealed box, which should
b(! i)lac(‘(l on the kIumk slu'lf above the
vegetable crispers, do not pack shelves
too tightly or cover shelves with paper,
so as not to obstruct the free
circulation of air.
The inner walls of the refrigerator
compartment incorporate a number of
shelf-carrying runners which allow the
shelves to be placed at the various
levels. Furthermore, the upper shelf can
be tilted as in Fig. 2. This will make a
handy bottle rack for wines and
beverages.
Drink-chiller
The drink-chiller, which — depending on
the type of appliance — is located
either on the inner door or on the inner
liner ceiling of the refrigerator
compartment, can easily be removed
from its runners for filling up.
To draw out the drink, push the glass
against the arms of the special
dispenser tap. When the glass is
removed, the tap closes automatically.
To clean the drink chiller, fill with hot
water adding a tablespoonful of baking
soda, then wash taking care to turn the
tap on and off several times so as to
clear it of any sugar deposits that may
have formed.
Empty the container and rinse with
clean water.
Defrosting the refrigerator
Frost is automatically eliminated from
the evaporato!’ of the refrig(’rator
compartment every lime the
compressor
Defrost wal('r drains out through a
trough into a sp(‘eial container on the
back of (ho apidianeo where it
evaporatt's.
Important
The defrost water drain opening (Fig.
3), located at the center of the special
conveyor of the refrigerator
compartment, should be ch'uned at
regular in((vrvals in onkn- (o (n<'V('n(
the defrost water from overflowing and
dripping onto th<^ food stored in (his
compartment.
Deep-freezer - Starting-Up -
Temperature Adjustmen t
To start the fiTU'zer, set thorniostat
knob «B» Fig. 1 on number 1 ami then
depress controls «C» and «D)> Fig. 1:
«NORMAL» (storage) opeiation is
obtained by df^pnessing switrii «C» so
that its green light turns on. wlcMeas
«SUPER» ((iuick-rre(''/<d oporadon is
obtained by d(‘pr(‘ssing swileli «l)» so
that its yellow light comes on. On (ht^
«N()RMAL» s(‘(ling (gKM'n ligdd ON),
the temperature in the freezer is
automatically adjusted by a thermostat
in order to obtain a suitable
temperature for the storage of the
frozfm and dcM'p-frozen food. ]Iow('ve»’,
if the appiian{'(‘ vorks in unfavourable
room conditions such as poor
ventilation, high ambient U'mperature
and frequent dooi- openings, it might be
necessary to sedoO a higher setting
(to obtain a coldei- temperature) by
turning the thermostat knob (B - Fig. 1)
clockwise to the higher numbers.
Convers(dy, if you ix'quire less cold,
turn the knob hi the opposite direction
towards the lowe r numbers.
Caution
The red warning light (E - Fig. 1),
which is to be found next to the
controls, indicates, when it lights up,
that the temperature in the freezer has
climbed to a level wliere the safe
storage of frozen food is no longer
ensured. Needless to say, when the
appliance is first started or when fresh
food to be frozen is first placed in the
freezer, this warning light will stay on
until the temperature has dropped to a
safe level for the storage of the
foodstuffs.
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>eep-freezer - Freezing of Foods
he fresh food to lx; frozen should lx;
ored in the upper and lower
(inpartrnents which are designed foi‘
ns purpose. If the appliance has not
orked previously, it must be left to
in for at least three hours with the
ist-freeze switch on the «ON» position
nllow light «on») before loading with
)od to be frozen.
uwever, if the appliance is already
inning, switch to quick-freeze operation
SIJPIOU)) - yellow pilot light on) at least
1 hours before introducing the fresh
)od to be frozen.
nee the fresh food is placed in the
•(!(;zer, let it run on quick-freeze for
Mother 24 hours, after which the
•(;ezing process may be regarded as
impleted.
hen, switcli back to normal opi'ration
iN()ltMAL» yellow pilot light off),
n order to freeze food properly,
I'oceed as follows:
)nly use top quality foodstuffs which
r(‘ fresh and properly cleaned, since
iH'ezing preserves quality but cannot
nprove it. Prepare foodstuffs for deep-
i ('(;zing in small portions so that each
ioc(' can be frozen rapidly right the
ay tlu-ough. This procedure allows you
n use, as required, complete portions
111 her than thawing out a large piece
ium only a small amount is needed,
h'liu'mlx'r that frozen food once
laiwed, deteriorates rapidly if frozen
gain.
dways remember that lean foodstuffs
tore betU'r and longer than fat
oodstuffs and that salt reduces the
loring time. Wrap the food up in
ill minium foil or polythene and make
lire that the packages are hermetically
ealed.
U) not place fresh food to be frozen
lose to frozc-n food already stored in the
r('ez(;r.
Uways leave the door closed when
reezing.
)o nol, at any one time, freeze fresh
oods in a e,ufinlity greater than 28,65
l.^s.
Warning
Water icevs, if consumixl immediately
after removal from the freezer, can
possibly result in a low-temperature
skin burn condition. It can be
dangerous to place in the freezer sealed
vessels that contain carbonated liquids
(fizzy drinks, etc.).
Deep-freeze - Storage of foods
Net storage volume of the freezer:
cu. ft. 4.59.
Gross storage volume of the freezer:
cu. ft. 5.47.
If the appliance has not worked
previously or after a period of inaction,
it must be left to run for at least three
hours with the fast-freeze switch on
Ihe «on» position (yellow light «on»)
before storing frozen food inside; then
switch it off (yellow light «off»).
When the appliance is on normal
operation (storage), the temperature in
the freezer is kept steady by the
thermostat which can be adjusted by
turning knob B - Fig. 1. The best
temperature for safe storage of frozen
food should be a little colder or at least
equal to -18*^0.
To correctly adjust the temperature,
follow the directions under paragraph:
« Freezer - starling-up and temperature
adjustment)). To obtain the best
service from the appliance it is
advisable to make sure that the frozen
foods have been properly stored by the
retailer and that their transfer from
retailer to consumer is effected in the
shortest time possible. Moreover it is
important not to (exceed the storage
period indicated by the producer of the
frozen food. Also, do not open the door
often or leave it open longer than
absolutely necessary.
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important
ir tlio [)()W(!r Tails wluui storing' frozen
food, do not open the door at all while
the i)ow(n‘ is off. The frozen food will
not deteriorate in any way if the power
failure is of short duration and the
freez(ir is full.
The thermometer «F» - Fig. 1
incorporated in this model, has a double
temperature scale extending from
negative to positive degrees Centigrade
and the readings given by the same are
to b(‘ regardcul as a mere indication.
To correctly freeze and store the food,
follow the directions given in the
preceding paragraphs.
Useful hints
On the door liner you will find a
|)icl(>rial guide? with numlx'rs shown
next to each type of meat or food and
these numbers indicate the
approximate storage time in months
from the freeze-in date.
On the fi-ont part of the sliding drawers
or freezer compartments are fitted
special contents cards which can be out
and on which you may enter by pencil a
descriidion of the contents.
Warning*’
In lli( ti|)))er part of the freezer
compartment is located the inner light.
If the door is kept open for an
extended period of time, the inner light
will tiu-n off automatically. This light
will llu!ii go on and off to avoid
l)uilding up too much heat.
Delrostingf the freezer
Whilst in operation the inner liner
becomes 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 remove the foodstuffs.
However, when the ice becomes very
thick on the inner liner, complete
defrosting should be carried out as ice
acts as an insulator and prevents the
cold from reaching the food.
It is advisable to carry out this
operation when the appliance is empty.
If frozen foods are removed to defrost
the deep freezer, wrap them in several
newspaper sheets and place in a cold
spot. A temperature rise of the frozen
food packs during defrosting may
shorten the storage life thus the period
of up to 3 months (luoted may not
apply.
To cany out complete defrosting
proceed as follows:
— Turn off the normal operation switch
(C - Fig. 1), the green light will go out;
— Leave the door open and place a
bowl of hot water inside the freezer
compartm(mt (with a piece of
cardboard underneath as a protection):
the hot water will acceleiat(‘ tlu'
defrosting process.
Defrost water will drain thrt)ugh the
tr’ough placed at the center front side
of the appliance, between the base and
the door, and it should be collected by
I)lacing a basin (container) underneath.
When defrosting is completed, dry the
fr<!ezer thoroughly, close the (loor and
start the appliance by depressing
switches «C» and «!))> (green and
yellow lights will come on) and let it
run for at least three hours, then replace
the food in the freezer' and disconnect
the (j nick-freeze switch (the yellow light
will go out).
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Door reversal
directions
Attention
Unplug the appliance from the power
supply before carrying out the below-
mentioned operations.
To carry out this reversal, rest the
appliance on the back and go through
the following steps:
cl. Top, middle and bottom hinge
Using a l)la.(l(' screwdi iver oi' a spaniu'i-,
remove that door rotating pivot
(A - Fig, 4) from the bottom hinge; slide
out the lower door from the middle
hinge; remove the middle hinge; slide
out the door from the top hinge.
Remove the door rotating pivot
(A - Fig. 5) from the top hinge
{B - Fig. 5) and refit in the hinge on the
opposite side taking care to interpose
the tab washer (C - Fig. 5); refit the
door taking care to slip the upper hinge
rotation pivot into the bush provided
on the door for this purpose; refit the
middle hinge (Fig. 6) in its new position
on the opposite side (remove the plastic
plugs from the screw holes of the new
hinge location and refit them in the
holes on the opposite side); refit the
lower door.
Remove the snap-on base (B - Fig. 4);
take off the lower hinge (C - Fig. 4) and
refit it on the opposite side; remove the
slit covering plug from the base
(D - Fig. 4) and refit it in the slit on the
opposite side; refit the base (B - Fig. 4),
then screw the door rotation pivot
(A - Fig. 4) back into the lower hinge
placed in its new location.
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