Zanussi ZFC 56 L User manual

REFRIGERATOR
ZEC 56 L
ZFC 56 LAL
2222 626 89 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

CONTENTS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS Height 85 em
Width 54.5 em
Depth 60 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY 220-240 V / 50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 110 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY 0.75 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY 160 |
NET CAPACITY 154 |

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.
= 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 Centre, and only genuine
spare parts should be used.
m 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.
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.
m@ 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.
m 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 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.

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).
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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
GREEN & YELLOW
13 AMP FUSE
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 18amp 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 Force 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.
C € 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.

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 fridge on its back with the top held
away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of
packing;
Remove bottom hinge (6);
Remove door (5);
Remove the top (1) by unscrewing the rear screws,
remove top hinge (2) and then screw it down on
the opposite side;
Refit pin (8) on the opposite side and then refit the
top;
Unscrew part (7) and refit it on the opposite side;
Refit the door and the bottom hinge (into the holes
already provided);
Remove handle (4) and refit it on the opposite side
(the fixing holes are already provided).
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.
Fig. 3

YOUR APPLIANCE
A - Dairy compartment
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- Shelf with egg trays
- Drink dispenser
- Bottle storage shelf
- Salad drawers
- Glass shelf (for storing fresh meat)
- Cool check temperature guide
- Meat box
- Storage shelves
- Thermostat control

OPERATION
Setting the temperature
The temperature inside the refrigerator is
regulated by a thermostat with 6 temperature
positions and one «OFF» (©) position.
Position 1 = minimum coldness
Position 6 = maximum coldness
Turn the thermostat dial to the required position;
the intermediate position is usually the most suitable (3-4).
The thermostat setting can vary as the
temperature inside the refrigeration 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 fridge is not defrosting correctly, it is
possible that because a very low temperature has
been selected, 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.

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 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.
m™ 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!
® Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
® Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOT place in the refrigerator until cool. (Leave
food in a place as cool as possible in order that
it can then be placed in the refrigerator as soon
as possible).
® 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.
# Do not store food uncovered.
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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).
Never allow spillages to dry and harden.
Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the
refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped
eggs.
= Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to
ensure that it is clean and free from bits and
pieces.
m= 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.

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
crispers.
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. 4
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. 5.
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Drink dispenser
The container for cooling drinks (Fig. 6) 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. 6
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To pour a drink, press a glass upwards against the
tap arms. To stop the flow of liquid remove the
glass.
If 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.
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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.
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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, adjust
the thermostat again, to a colder setting, and
leave the appliance overnight before checking
the guide again.
Defrosting
The refrigerator automatically defrosts every time
the compressor stops. The water is discharged, via
the pipe, into a tray located at the back of the
appliance above the compressor, where it
evaporates.
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 drawers. Use the special cleaner provided
which you will find already inserted into the
discharge hole (Fig. 7).
Fig. 7

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 compressor at the back of the
appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, see
Fig. 8.
Fig. 8
CONDENSER
COMPRESSOR
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 door 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. 9.
Fig. 9
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:
= 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.
= 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:
@ The bulb is fitted correctly.
= Replace the bulb if it has blown.
Fridge does not defrost...
Check that:
@ 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 door been left open causing the
temperature to rise?
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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. 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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