User manual ZANUSSI ZFC177C

[. . . ] ZANUSSI CHEST FREEZER ZFC 177 C OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL GB 820 41 80 81 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department. Prior to Installation Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed. [. . . ] The rating plate is located inside the lid. FREEZING CAPACITY If you wish to freeze food several days in a row, please observe a maximum capacity of only 2/3 to 3/4 of that on the rating plate. The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible. Frozen Food Storage When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing frozen food. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer. Do not open the lid frequently or leave it open longer than is necessary. Important Do not put carbonated liquids in the freezer. Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer can cause a low temperature skin burn. 6 Baskets The baskets are designed for the storage of food which has already been frozen. The handles can be placed in two positions, as shown. The baskets can either be placed inside the freezer or hung on the edge of the casing. The following spare parts can be ordered from your local Service Force Centre. Please note that 2 handles must be ordered for each basket. Basket 291274248/7 Handle 291340008/6 (2 required). The following illustrations show how many baskets can be placed in various freezer models. The number above each illustration shows the width of the freezer in millimetres. 7 Hints & Tips Normal Operating Sounds You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing. When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or pulsating noise from the compressor. A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint 'click' when the thermostat cuts in and out. In the Event of a Power Failure If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods, keep the lid closed. If the temperature within your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food without checking its condition. The following guidelines should assist you: Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your freezer: Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it straight away. The use of an insulated container is advisable. When you arrive home, place the frozen food in the freezer immediately. Do not push food together too much, try to allow air to circulate around each item. Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best. Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food, salt reduces the storage time. [. . . ] The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country. Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances. France Germany Italy Sweden UK Senlis Nurenberg Pordenone Stockholm Slough +33 (0)3 44 62 29 99 +49 (0)911 323 2600 +39 (0)1678 47053 +46 (0)8 738 79 50 +44 (0)1753 219897 13 Technical Specifications Model Volume (gross) Volume (net) Height with rollers Width Depth Weight Energy consumpt. /24h Freezing capacity Hold-over time Rated power litres litres cm cm cm kg kWh kg/24h hours W ZFC 177 C 500 495 87, 6/88, 3 160 66, 5 66 1, 609 20 32 130 this appliance complies with the following EC Directives: - 73/23/EEC of 19. [. . . ]