EN User Manual Chest Freezer ZFC21410WE
Contents Safety information Safety instructions Operation Before first use Daily use 2 3 4 5 5 Hints and tips Care and cleaning Troubleshooting Installation Technical information 6 7 8 9 11 Subject to change without notice. Safety information Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect installation and use causes injuries and damages. Always keep the instructions with the appliance for future reference.
• • • • • • • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance. Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents.
Use Care and cleaning WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury, burns, electrical shock or fire. • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not change the specification of this appliance. Do not put electrical appliances (e.g. ice cream makers) in the appliance unless they are stated applicable by the manufacturer. Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit. It contains isobutane (R600a), a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility. This gas is flammable.
Switching on A) Temperature Regulator B) Half Loaded position C) Full Loaded position A B C 1. Insert the plug into the wall socket. 2. Turn the Temperature Regulator to the Full Loaded position and let the appliance run for 24 hours to allow the correct temperature to be reached before placing food inside. The power indicator light will light up. 3. Adjust the Temperature Regulator according to the quantity of the stored foods.
Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate. 1) The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. (due to the vacuum formed inside). Wait for few minutes before reopening the appliance. The vacuum valve will help you to open the lid.
• • • 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.
Periods of non-operation When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions: 1. Switch off the appliance and disconnect the appliance from electricity supply. 2. Remove all food 3. Defrost and clean the appliance and all accessories. 4. Leave the lid open to prevent unpleasant smells. If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure. Troubleshooting WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.
Problem There is too much frost and ice. The temperature in the appliance is too low/too high. Possible cause Solution The room temperature is too high. Refer to climate class chart on the rating plate. Food placed in the appliance was too warm. Allow food to cool to room temperature before storing. The lid is not closed properly. Check if the lid closes well and the gaskets are undamaged and clean. The lid is not closed correctly or the gasket is deformed/dirty.
Positioning CAUTION! A B If you are discarding an old appliance that has a lock or catch on the lid, you must ensure that it is made unusable to prevent young children being trapped inside.
Ventilation requirements 2. Make sure that the clearance between the appliance and rear wall is 5 cm. 3. Make sure that the clearance between the appliance and the sides is 5 cm. The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 1. Put the freezer in horizontal position on a firm surface. The cabinet must be on all four feet.
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