User manual ZANUSSI ZK24/10R

[. . . ] These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. General Safety · This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. [. . . ] Important: if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent. · If the appliance is transported horizontally, it is possible that the oil contained in the compressor flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable to wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. 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 component failure and possible food loss. Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Wherever possible the back of the product should be against a wall. · · CONTENTS Warnings Use Control panel Cleaning the interior Operation Temperature regulation Ambient knob Freezing fresh food Storage of frozen food Thawing Ice-cube production Fresh food refrigeration Movable shelves Positioning the door shelves Crisp'n fresh 17 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 20 20 20 20 21 21 21 Hints Hints for refrigeration Hints for freezing Hints for storage of frozen food Maintenance Periodic cleaning Periods of no operation Interior light Defrosting Customer service and spare parts Installation Location Shelf holders Electrical connection Changing the opening direction of the doors 22 22 22 22 23 23 23 23 23 24 25 25 26 26 27 18 USE Control panel 6 5 4 3 0 1 2 AB C D A. Thermostat knob Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. Operation Insert the power supply plug into the nearest wall socket. Turn the thermostat knob (D), clockwise, beyond the "O" (STOP) position. (the function indicator light (C) will light up . To turn off the refrigerator, turn the thermostat knob to the «O» position. Important If the ambient temperature is high or the appliance is fully loaded, and the appliance is set to the lowest temperatures, it may run continuously causing frost to form on the rear wall. Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided. Butter and 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. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator. · · The symbols on the drawers show different types of frozen goods. The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating before freezing; do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc. ) in the freezer compartment as they may burst. Hints for storage of frozen food To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: · · make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer; be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time; not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer. Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: · · the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate; the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period; only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs; 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; wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight; do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter; lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food; water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt; it is advisable to show the freezing-in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time; · · · · · · · · · · 22 MAINTENANCE Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. [. . . ] For safety reasons, minimum ventilation must be as shown in Fig. Appliance positioned under overhanging kitchen wall units. Appliance positioned without overhanging kitchen wall units. Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction. 10 mm 10 mm 100 mm NP00 Attention It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation. Two adjustable feet at the cabinet base allow accurate levelling of the appliance. 25 Electrical connection Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the serial number plate correspond to your domestic power supply. [. . . ]