User manual ZANUSSI ZVC17

[. . . ] . Rules to observe when freezing foods . . Cold accumulator . Thawing-out frozen foods . . Something not working . 32 Printed on recycled paper 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 be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. [. . . ] radiators, heaters, direct sunlight, etc. The best results are achieved with a room temperature of between +10°C and +32°C. Make sure that there is nothing hindering air circulation at the back, bottom or top of the appliance. For safety reasons, minimum ventilation must be as shown in Fig. 1: Appliance positioned under overhanging kitchen wall units (see Fig. Appliance positioned without overhanging kitchen units (see Fig. Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction. One or more adjustable feet mounted on the base of the appliance make it possible to set it perfectly level. 1 PR153 Power connection Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the serial number plate correspond to your domestic power supply. Voltage can vary by ±6% of the rated voltage. For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized auto-transformer must be used. Thermostat knob D E Starting Insert the power supply plug into the nearest wall socket (the function indicator light (A) will light up indicating that the freezer is receiving electrical input). Turn the thermostat knob (E) to the right to a medium setting (the temperature alarm light (C) will light up). For the satisfactory conservation of frozen foods, the freezer's internal temperature must be lower than ­18°C. Wait until the temperature alarm light (C) turns off when the optimum temperature has been reached. Thermostat settings may be modified according to the surrounding room temperature, the location of the freezer and the frequency of door openings, etc. To turn off the freezer, turn the thermostat knob to the «O» position. It is perfectly normal for the temperature alarm light to remain lit up for a short time after the freezer is initially turned on. It will remain lit up until the optimum temperature for the conservation of frozen food is attained. Internal thermometer This indicates the internal temperature of the freezer. It may indicate a temperature above ­18°C when large quantities of food are placed inside for freezing or when the door is left open for a long time. 6 °C Quick-freezing For quick-freezing, turn the N/S knob (D) to the «S» symbol. The quick-freezing indicator light (B) will then light up. -30 -18 0 The temperature alarm light (C) D072 The temperature alarm light turns on automatically whenever the temperature within the freezer rises above a certain value which might endanger satisfactory long-term conservation. 36 Freezing food Set the freezer to quick-freezing operational status. Wait at least 3 hours before introducing fresh foods into the freezer if it has only recently been turned on. [. . . ] When buying frozen foods, carry them in a thermally insulated shopping bag whenever possible. In any case, always purchase frozen foods at the end of your shopping. Wrap the frozen foods in newspaper and then put them into the freezer as soon as you arrive home. Always check the frozen foods you buy carefully at the moment of purchase, because even partiallythawed foods must not be re-frozen but must be consumed within 24 hours of purchase. [. . . ]