User manual ZANUSSI SI600W

[. . . ] USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world. 2 IMPOR TANT S AFET Y INS TR UCTIONS 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. [. . . ] Transfer the previously frozen food to another basket or baskets. Put the fresh food into the upper basket, leaving enough space for airflow. Run the appliance this way for 24 hours. After 24 hours set the thermostat knob according to your choice or leave it in a medium position, which is in general appropriate for everyday cooling needs. Setting the thermostat knob to a higher (e. g. Although doing so would make the freezing time shorter, on the other hand the temperature of the fridge compartment may go permanently below 0°C, what yields freezing the food and drinks stored there. Never freeze food in larger quantities than shown in the "Technical data" at the same time, otherwise food may not be thoroughly frozen. Do not make ice during freezing preferably, because making ice reduces freezing capacity. Thawing Deep frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature, depending on the time available. Small food items may even be cooked from frozen, in this case cooking will take longer. Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be eaten as soon as possible, or thrown away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen. Attention! Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0. 5 litre of water). 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 odour. External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grille) and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as 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 open to prevent unpleasant smells. «In the event of a power failure causing the temperature within your freezer to rise, do not re-freeze the food without checking its condition. The following guidelines should assist you. » Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded. Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked and used up. Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without danger. Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up quickly. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up. Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them. Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be refrozen as cooked dishes. Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a cooked dish. [. . . ] Remove the covering pins (3 pieces) (n, k) of the double door holder on the left side and put them to the other side. (fig. 2) Fit the pin of the double door hinge (m) into the left hole of the freezer door. (fig. 2) Fit the freezer door to the lower door hinge pin (f). (fig. 3) Fit the refrigerator door to the upper door hinge pin (d) then slightly tilting both doors fit the pin of the double door hinge (m) into the left hole of the refrigerator door. [. . . ]