User manual ZANUSSI ZU9144

[. . . ] KÜHLSCHRANK REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERADOR ZU 9144 D E BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG 2222681-99 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET LIBRO DE INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. General Safety s s s s s s s s s s s This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. [. . . ] Warning If the ambient temperature is high, the thermostat knob is on the coldest setting (higher numbers) and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice to form on the evaporator. If this happens, turn the knob to a warmer setting (lower numbers) to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption. Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run for at least two hours on the coldest setting, then turn the thermostat knob to the normal operating position. Important If there is a power failure when food is in the freezer, do not open the door of the freezer compartment. The frozen food will not be affected if the power cut is of short duration (up to 12 hours) and the freezer compartment is full, otherwise, it is recommended that the food should be used within a short time (a temperature increase of the frozen food shortens its safe storage period). Thawing Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer. 18 Ice-cube production This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. Movable shelves The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired. D040 Positioning the door shelves To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the central door shelf can be adjusted in height. To make these adjustments proceed as follows: Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required. For more thorough cleaning, the top and bottom door sheves can be removed by pulling them in the direction of the arrows, then refitting them in position. 19 HINTS Hints for refrigeration To help you use your refrigerator correctly, here are some useful hints: Cooked food, cold cuts, jelly, etc. : these should be well covered and can be stored on any of the glass shelves. Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the bottom drawer. Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to keep out as much air as possible. Milk bottles: these should have a top and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door. Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & poultry): wrap in polythene bags and place on top of the salad compartment, this being the coldest spot in the refrigerator. Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one or two days at the most. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator. Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: s the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate; s the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period; s only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs; s prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required; s wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight; s do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter; s lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food; s water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt; s it is advisable to show the freezing-in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time; s do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc. ) in the freezing compartment as they may burst. Hints for storage of frozen food To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: s make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer; s be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time; s not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. s Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. s Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer. 20 MAINTENANCE Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. The appliance is equipped with an air inlet filter (1) and an air outlet duct (2) on the ventilation grid. Keep clean to guarantee good ventilation and good working order of the appliance. S. I. 013 3 2 1 2 1. Remove the plinth (1), then the ventilation grid (2); 2. [. . . ] Refit the upper hinge (1) on the opposite side, on the bottom (position A). Refit the door on the pin of the hige (1) in position A; 6. Insert the pin of the previously removed bottom hinge (2) in the upper hole (G) of the door, therefore fix the hinge on the top in position B. Left door opening: Remove the right side (B) of the grid cutting it from the rear (see figure, b). To reposition the grid on the appliance proceed as follows: Apply the grid to the base of the appliance by pushing the clasps (a) until they click. [. . . ]