INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USE AND CARE OF GAUSSIAN FRIDGE FREEZERS MODEL NOS.
Contents Page 5 Page 6 Page 8 Page 14 Page 18 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Getting to know your machine Installation Using your machine Looking after your machine Door Reversal Servicing Gaussian Guarantee Gaussian 5 Year Cover Please note that the specifications of your appliance may differ slightly from those shown in this booklet.
Please note that the appearance of your appliance may differ slightly from those shown in this booklet.
Getting to know your machine A. Dairy compartment Separate storage compartment for dairy products to prevent fainting. B. Interior light/thermostat control {on control panel on ZF 77/33 and ZF 77/33M) The interior light operates automatically when the door is opened and closed. The thermostat control allows adjustment of the temperature in the refrigerator to accommodate seasonal changes. C. Cantilever shelf Designed for storage of wine; ensures that the cork remains moist whilst the wine is being chilled.
Installation Warning: IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR, PLEASE ENSURE THAT THIS IS MADE UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG CHILDREN BEING TRAPPED INSIDE. Depending upon the position which you choose for your fridge freezer, it may be preferable to reverse the way in which the door hangs. To do this refer to the door reversal instructions on page 18. For the fridge freezer to work efficiently it should be located away from heat sources eg.
The electrical connections ‘WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. ‘The manufacturer declines any ability should this safety measure not be observed, 1f the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. The eut off plug should be disposed of to prevent the hazard of electric shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.
Using your machine Before Using o Remove all securing tapes. Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water and a little bicarbonate of soda {one teaspoonful to 1.2 realities pints of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell might linger. Dry thoroughly. To start the cooling system, insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on. The fridge ZF 62/26 Open the fridge door and turn the thermostat knob beyond the «0» {off position). ZF 77/83 and ZF 77/33M Turn the thermostat control (A Fig.
Suggested maximum storage times Type of Food Storage Time Uncooked fresh meat Poultry, beef and lamb 1-days Pork 1-days Sausages 3 days Mince and offal 1-days Cooked meat Ham, sliced meat 2-days Pies 1 day Casseroles and pate 2 days Bacon 1 week Dairy produce Mitch 2-3 days Cream 1 week Butter 3 -4 weeks Hard cheese 3 -4 weeks Soft chess 1 week Vegetables and salads 1 week Fruit 2 wicks Storage times will vary according to the type of food and how {tosh it is when put inch the fridge compartment but no food
Drink dispenser The container for cooling drinks is located in the door of the fridge. It is easily removed from its runners for filling and cleaning by pulling sharply outwards. Remove the clip on lid to fill. To pour 2 drink, press 2 glass upwards against the tap arms. To stop the flow of liquid remove the glass, Between using the dispenser, we recommend that you rinse it several times with hot water. For a thorough cleaning of the container add a spoonful of bicarbonate of soda to the rinsing water.
The freezer compartment The four star freezer compartment is suitable for storage of commercially frozen food marked with the symbol . The temperature reached of ~18°C is suitable for long term storage of frozen foods; this means up to three months, unless otherwise stated by the manufacturer. It is also suitable for freezing fresh foods. Do not exceed the storage times shown by the manufacturer on the commercially frozen food packets.
Freezing Fresh Fed In any 24 hours you can freeze (6.6lbs) ZF 62/26 4 kg (3.8tbs) ZF 77/33 ZF 77/33M 1 you wish to fast freeze food, turn the thermostat control to the highest number, AT LEAST one hour before you want to freeze your food. , Place food to be frozen in the top compartment of the freezer as this is the coldest part. Q Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly leaned foodstuffs. Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is already frozen.
Important points to remember DO.. » Adjust the level of your fridge before goading it with food {sce page G « Cover or wrap liquids and foods, particularly those with strong odors. » Put vegetables and salads in the salad drawer, in plastic bags. o Cover melons and pineapples and only store for hart periods. » Rotate stocks of frozen foods; date marking will help with this. o Leave the door ajar when the fridge/ freezer is not in use. DO NOT..
Looking after your machine Defrosting The fridge compartment is automatically defrosted. Frost is automatically eliminated from the back wall of the fridge compartment every time the motor compressor stops. The defrost water daring out through a trough into 3 special container on the back of the appliance where it evaporates (see Fig. 5). Clean the drain hole periodically, and carefully with a piece of flexible curtain wire {sce Fig. 6).
To carry out complete defrosting proceed as follows: Remove any stored food from the compartment, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place. Switch off, and remove the plug from the wall socket, or turn the thermostat to the “«0» setting. Leave the fridge and [freezer door open. Fix the plastic ice scraper, supplied with the appliance, below the defrost lip at the bottom of the freezer compartment and place a bowl underneath it to collect the defrost water {sec Fig. 7).
Cleaning The most suitable time to clean your fridge would be after defrosting before turning the appliance back on again. Clean eut the interior with a elan cloth wrung out in a solution of warm water and bicarbonate of soda (1 teaspoon fo 800ml/1 pint of water). NEVER USE DETERGENTS, OR ABRASIVE POWDERS, HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING MATERIALS OR WAX POLISHES TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRIDGE AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACES AND LEAVE A STRONG SMELL.
Replacing the interior light bulb Should the interior light fail to work, first switch off and pull out the mains plug, and then replace the hub as follows: ‘L. Remove the bulb housing cover by unscrewing the screw and by sliding it out (Fig. 9 for model ZF 62/26 and Fig. 10 for medal ZF 77/33 77/93M). 2. Unscrew the fight bulb by turning inn anticlockwise direction. 3. Replace with a 10W bulb. 4. Replace the bulb housing cover hy gliding it back in. Fasten it by means of the previously removed screw.
Door reversal BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BELOW FOR REVERSING THE DOOR HINGE FROM RIGHT TO LEFT, SWITCH THE REFRIGERATOR OFF AND REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE WALL SOCKET. ZF 62/26 (see Fig. 11) 1 Gently tay the fridge freezer on itg back with the top held away {rom the floor by 58 em {2-8 inches) of packing. 2. Remove the bottom hinge {1} by unscrewing the two screws. Be sure to keep the plastic washer safe. Remove the two screws on the opposite side.
7. Unscrew the plastic screws to the tell hand side of the middle of the unit and ~replace then in the holes left by the middle hinge (2) on the right hand side. c 8: Replace the fridge door, hinging it on the left hand side. 9, the middle hinge (2) and washer to the left hand side. 10 Replace the freezer door, bunging it on the left hand side. 1. Refit the bottom hinge (1) and washer in the holes on the left hand side of the unit, and the two screws on the right hand side.
ZF 77/33 and ZF 77/33M 1 Gently lay the fridge freezer on its back with the top held away from the floor by 58 em {2-8 inches) of packing. 2, Release the freezer door by unscrewing the bottom hinge pin (A Fig. 12} 3 Remove the freezer door by opening the door and pulling gently down to release it from the middies hinge. 4. Remove the middle hinge (Fig. 13) by unscrewing the two resews. 5. Remove the fridge door by opening the door and pulling gently down to release it from the top hinge pin. 6.
9. Misplace the middle hinge io the left hand side. 10. Replace the freezer door, hinging it on the “Left hand side, 11 Remove the snap-on ventilation grill from the has of the Ridge freezer {B Fig. 12) 12. Unscrew the bottom hinge (C Fig, 12) and refit it on the opposite side. 14 13. Remove the plastic cover from the hinge space on the left hand side of the ventilation grill and refit it on the opposite side of the grill. 14.
Fitting decor panels (Fig. 15) The doors of the ZF 77/33 and the ZF 77/33M are provided with frames for fitting panels, (kitchen laminates effete, to mate the appearance of the fridge freezer with that of the kitchen furniture. ‘The overall dimensions of the decor panels should be as follows: Height Top panel 926 mm Bottom panel 599 mm Width 587 mm "Thickness 4 mm MAX 1. Unscrew the removable part, of each of the door frames on the opposite side from the handles. 2.
Adjusting the height ZF 77/33M The fridge freezers loll height may be reduced 50mm by removing the plinth. To carry out the operation proceed as follows: 1. Remove the snap on plinth cover loom the front base of the machine, * 2. Gently lay the fridge Freezer on its side. Unscrew the four screws securing the Sem plinth and remove it. 3. Refit the 10cm snap on plinth cover provided with the machine.
Servicing I, having followed these instructions carefully, your machine fails to work properly, contact your local Gaussian Service Network, Before you do that though it is worth making a few simple checks yourself. Is the plug firmly connected to the wall socket and the socket switched on? Check the power supply by plugging in another appliance. Cheek that there is not a power failure. Switch on the house lights.
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GAUSSIAN The appliance of science TAZ International (UK) Ltd,, Gaussian House, Reading, The information in this manual is correct at time of going to press.