Zanussi Zrb 835 Nxl User Manual

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Fridge Freezer
Combinado
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							Contents
Safety information _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  2
Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  4
First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  7
Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  7
How to use the EasyWater dispenser _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  8
Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  9Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  10
What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  11
Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  13
Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _   13
Environmental concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  15
Subject to change without notice
 Safety information
In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use,
before installing and first using the appliance, read this
user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings.
To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is impor-
tant to ensure that all people using the appliance are thor-
oughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save
these instructions and make sure that they remain with the
appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it
through its life will be properly informed on appliance use
and safety.
For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of
these users instructions as the manufacturer is not re-
sponsible for damages caused by omission.
Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-
edge, unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is
risk of suffocation.
• If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of
the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the
appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent
playing children to suffer electric shock or to close
themselves into it.
• If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to re-
place an older appliance having a spring lock (latch)
on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock un-
usable before you discard the old appliance. This will
prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.
General safety
Caution! Keep ventilation openings clear of
obstruction.
• The appliance is intended for keeping foodstuff and/or
beverages in a normal household as explained in this
instruction booklet.
• Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means
to speed up the thawing process.
• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice
cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, un-
less they are approved for this purpose by the manu-
facturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within
the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas
with a high level of environmental compatibility, which
is nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance,
be certain that none of the components of the refriger-
ant circuit become damaged.
If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appli-
ance is situated
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this
product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause
a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
Warning! Any electrical component (power cord,
plug, compressor) must be replaced by a certified
service agent or qualified service personnel to avoid haz-
ard.
1. Power cord must not be lengthened.
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							2. Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or
damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed
or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a
fire.
3. Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of
the appliance.
4. Do not pull the mains cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the
power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
6. You must not operate the appliance without the
lamp cover
1) of interior lighting.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer com-
partment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct
sunlight.
•
Bulb lamps
2) used in this appliance are special pur-
pose lamps selected for household appliances use on-
ly. They are not suitable for household room illumina-
tion.
Daily Use
• Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance,
because they may explode.
• Do not place food products directly against the air out-
let on the rear wall.
3)
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been
thawed out.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the
frozen food manufacturers instructions.
• Appliances manufacturers storage recommendations
should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instruc-
tions.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment as it creates pressure on the container,
which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to
the appliance.
• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight
from the appliance.
Care and cleaning
• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and dis-
connect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the ap-
pliance. Use a plastic scraper.
• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for de-
frosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain
is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appli-
ance.
Installation
Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the
instructions given in specific paragraphs.
• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages
on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged.
Report possible damages immediately to the place you
bought it. In that case retain packing.
• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before con-
necting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in
the compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appli-
ance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve suf-
ficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to in-
stallation.
• Wherever possible the back of the product should be
against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts
(compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or
cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the
installation of the appliance.
•
Connect to potable water supply only. 
4)
Service
• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the
appliance should be carried out by a qualified electri-
cian or competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service
Centre, and only genuine spare parts must be used.
1) If the lamp cover is foreseen.
2) If the lamp is foreseen.
3) If the appliance is Frost Free.
4) If a water connection is foreseen.
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							Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses which could
damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant cir-
cuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be
discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The
insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance
shall be disposed according to the applicable regulations
to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the
cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchang-
er. The materials used on this appliance marked by the
symbol 
 are recyclable.
Control panel
BDEAC
A - Appliance button ON/OFF D - Function button
B - Temperature regulation button E - Confirmation button
C - Temperature and function indicator  
Display
If on the indicated compartment is on.Child Lock function indicator.
If on the indicated temperature is that of the relative
compartment.Timer function indicator.
  If it flashes the operations corresponds to the rela-
tive compartment.
Shopping function indicator.
Excessive temperature alarm.Drinks Chill function indicator.
If on the indicated temperature is the ambient tem-
perature.Action Freeze function indicator.
Positive or negative temperature indicator.Eco mode function indicator.
Temperature indicator.    
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							First switch on
After plugging the plug into the power outlet, if the display
is not illuminated, press key (A), appliance on.
As soon as the appliance is turned on, it is in alarm con-
dition, the temperature flashes and you will hear a buzzer.
Press key (E) and the buzzer will go off (also see the sec-
tion on excessive temperature alarm ) the icon 
 still
flashes and on the indicator 
 will appear the warmest
temperature reached.
For a correct storage of the food select the Eco mode
function that guarantee the following temperatures are set:
+5°C in the fridge
-18°C in the freezer
• Wait until the inside compartment temperature reach
-18°C, before introducing the goods in the freezer
compartment.
• To select a different temperature see Temperature reg-
ulation.
Switching off
The appliance is shut off by pressing key (A) for more
than 1 second.
During this, a countdown of the temperature from -3 -2 -1
will be shown.
Switch off of one compartment
To switch off one compartment press the key (D) until the
compartment is selected and then press the key (A), the
count down will follow.
Functions Menu
By activating the key (D) the functions menu is operating.
Each function could be confirmed by pressing button (E).
If there is no confirmation after some seconds the display
will go out from the menu and return in normal condition.
The following functions are indicated:
 Select fridge compartment
 Select freezer compartment
 Ambient Temperature
 Child Lock function
 Shopping function
 Eco Mode function
 Action Freeze function
 Drinks Chill function
Temperature regulation
Press the key (D) to select the compartment and than the
key (B) to set the necessary temperature.
Press the key (E) to confirm the selection.
The temperature indicator shows the set temperature. The
set temperature will be reached within 24 hours.
Fluctuations of some degrees around set temperature are
normal and does not mean any fault in the appliance.
Holiday Function H
The holiday function sets the temperature at + 15°C.
This function allows you to keep the refrigerator shut and
empty during a long holiday period ( e. g. the summer
holidays) without the formation of a bad smell.
To turn on the holiday function operate as per modift the
selected temperature. The temperature indicator can modi-
fy the displayed temperature up to + 8 °C, 1 °at a tim. + 2
°C will be followed by the letter H . Press key E to con-
firm. 
Now the refrigerator is in the holiday function in the en-
ergy- saving mode.
Important! The fridge compartment must be empty with
holiday function on.
Ambient Temperature Function
The ambient temperature function is activated by pressing
key (D) (several times if necessary) until the correspond-
ing icon appears 
 . In this condition the displayed
temperature is the ambient temperature.
You must confirm the choice by pressing key (E) within
few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and the icon re-
mains lighted.
It is possible to de-activate the function at any time by
pressing key (D) until the corresponding icon will flash
and then key (E)
Child Lock Function
The Child Lock function is activated by pressing key (D)
(several times if necessary) until the corresponding icon
appears 
 .
You must confirm the choice by pressing key (E) within
few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and the icon re-
mains lighted. In this condition any possible operation
through the keys does not cause any change as long as
this function is activated.
It is possible to de-activate the function at any time by
pressing key (D) until the corresponding icon will flash
and then key (E).
Shopping Function
If you need to insert a large amount of warm food, for ex-
ample after doing the grocery shopping, we suggest acti-
vating the Shopping function to chill the products more
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							rapidly and to avoid warming the other food which is al-
ready in the refrigerator.
The Shopping function is activated by pressing key (D)
(several times if necessary) until the corresponding icon
appears 
 . You must confirm the choise by pressing
key (E) within few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and
the icon remains lighted.
The Shopping function shuts off automatically after ap-
proximately 6 hours. It is possible to de-activate the func-
tion at any time by pressing key (D) until the correspond-
ing icon will flash and then key (E).
Eco Mode Function
The Eco Mode function is activated by pressing key (D)
(several times if necessary) until the corresponding icon
appears 
You must confirm the choice by pressing key (E) within
few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and the icon re-
mains lighted.
In this condition the chosen temperatures are automatical-
ly set (+ 5°C and - 18°C), in the best conditions for stor-
ing food.
It is possible to de-activate the function at any time by
changing the selected temperature in one of the compart-
ment.
Action Freeze Function
The freezer compartment is suitable for long term storage
of commercially frozen and deep-frozen food, and for
freezing fresh food.
The maximum quantity of foods to freeze in 24 hours is
shown on the rating plate.
To freeze the amount of food indicated on the rating plate,
place the food directly in touch with the cooling surface
(remove the drawer or basket). In case the food is frozen
inside the drawers or baskets, the maximum quantity is
slightly reduced.
To freeze fresh foods, you will need to activate the Action
Freeze function. Press key (D) (several times if necessary)
until 
 indicator appears.
You must confirm the choice by pressing key (E) within
few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and on the display
will appear some animation with lines.
After a pre-cooling period of 24 hours, place the foods in
the freezer.
Place the food to be frozen in the 
 compartment, as this
is the coldest point.
The freezing process takes 24 hours. During this period
do not put other foods in the freezer.
This function stops automatically after 52 hours.
It is possible to deactivate the function at any time by
pressing key (D) until 
 indicator will flash and then
press key (E).
Drinks Chill Function
The Drinks Chill function is to be used as a safety warning
when placing bottles in the freezer compartment. It is acti-
vated by pressing key (D) (several times if necessary) until
the corresponding icon appears 
 .
You must confirm the choice by pressing key (E) within
few seconds. You will hear the buzzer and the icon re-
mains lighted.
In this condition it operates a timer with a default value of
30 min. and it could change from 1 to 90 min., by press-
ing key (B) you select the minutes needed.
At the end of the selected time there are the following indi-
cations:
•
on the indicator 
 the symbol  flashing
•
the icon 
 flashing
•
the icon 
 flashing
• sounding of an acoustic alarm until key (E) is pressed
At this point bear in mind to remove the drinks contained
in the freezer compartment.
It is possible to deactivate the function at any time by
pressing key (D) until the corresponding icon will flash
and then key (E).
Excessive temperature alarm
An increase in the temperature in a compartment (for ex-
ample due to an power failure) is indicated by:
• flashing temperature
•
freezer compartment 
 flashing
•
flashing of the icon 
• sounding of buzzer
When normal conditions are restored:
• the acoustic signal shuts off
• the temperature value continues to flash
When you press key (E) to de-activate the alarm, the high-
est temperature reached in the compartment appears on
indicator 
 for some seconds.
Then it returns on the normal operation showing the tem-
perature of the selected compartment.
During the alarm phase, the buzzer can be switched off by
pressing key (E).
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							First use
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the inte-
rior 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.
Important! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as
these will damage the finish.
Daily use
Freezing fresh food
The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food
and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time.
To freeze fresh food activate the Fast Freezing function at
least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the
freezer compartment.
Place the fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compart-
ment.
The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24
hours is specified on the rating plate, a label located on
the inside of the fridge.
The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do
not add other food to be frozen.
After 24 hours, when the freezing process is completed,
deactivate the Fast Freezing function (see Fast Freezing
function).
Storage of frozen food
When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before
putting the products in the compartment let the appliance
run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.
Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for
example due to a power failure, if the power has been off
for longer than the value shown in the technical
characteristics chart under rising time, the defrosted
food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately
and then re-frozen (after cooling).
Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be
thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temper-
ature, depending on the time available for this operation.
Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly
from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.
Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigera-
tor are equipped with a
series of runners so that
the shelves can be posi-
tioned as desired.
Positioning the door shelves
To permit storage of food
packages of various sizes,
the door shelves can be
placed at different heights.
Gradually pull the shelf in
the direction of the arrows
until it comes free, then
reposition as required.
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							FreeStore
The refrigerator compart-
ment is equipped with a
device that allows for rapid
cooling of foods and more
uniform temperature in the
compartment.
This device activates by it-
self when needed, for ex-
ample for a quick tempera-
ture recovering after door
opening or when the am-
bient temperature is high.
Allows you to switch on the device manually by activating
the Shopping function when needed.
Removal of freezing baskets from the freezer
The freezing baskets have a limit stop to prevent their ac-
cidental removal or falling out. At the time of its removal
from the freezer, pull the basket towards yourself and,
upon reaching the end point, remove the basket by tilting
its front upwards.
At the time of putting it back, slightly lift the front of the
basket to insert it into the freezer. Once you are over the
end points, push the baskets back in their position.
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How to use the EasyWater dispenser
Internal components:
1. Water tank
2. Tank lid
3. Valve and gasket
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External components:
1. Dispenser
2. Water lever
3. Water drop tray1
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Initial operations to use your water dispenser
1. Remove every tape and other protection system from
the tank assembly
2. clean the components, as described into Water dis-
penser cleaning procedure, in order to remove even-
tual residue.
Water dispenser cleaning procedure
1. Unblock the two stopping elements on the sides of
the tank as shown in the pictures:
– press the stopping elements in the middle and
move it up
– move the stopper into direction of the central tank.
2. Push up the tank along the direction of the valve.
3. Remove the lid.
4. Unscrew the valve in counter clockwise (pay particu-
lar attention not to lose the valve gasket because is
necessary to a correct functioning of the features).
5. Clean the tank and the tank lid, the valve and the gas-
ket with a solution of warm water and neutral soap.
Rinse the valve first and put it inside the door hole
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							during the cleaning of the other components (in order
to avoid cold air leakage from the fridge).
6. After the tank components cleaning take back the
valve from the fridge door and assembly the tank in
the inverse order (4;3;2;1) of disassembly (pay atten-
tion at the valve gasket positioning).
7. Put the assembled tank on the door along the valve
direction.
8. Block the stopping elements in the inverse order of
unblock.
How to use the EasyWater dispenser
To fill the tank with cold
water, simply take a jug of
tap water and pour it in-
side the tank through the
filler hole on the lid.Important! In order to
avoid risk of spillage of
water during closing and
opening of the refrigerator,
do not fill the water tank
above the maximum fill
level indication printed
within the tank.
If you have not used all water in the water tank within 1-2
days, please discard any water left inside the unit before
refilling it.
Important information
• The fridge door valve hole must be closed with the
valve and the gasket during the regular functioning of
the appliance.
• Use only drinking water. The use of any other drink
type can leave residue, taste or odour in the reservoir
and in the dispenser.
• It is possible to hear some noises caused by air enter-
ing when the water left the reservoir.
• In case the water does not flow well, press the water
lever once again. Keep the glass below the dispenser
for some instants, in order to assure that all the water
is collected by the glass.
• Do not use gasified drinks, such as soft drinks. The
drink can leak due to the gas pressure.
• Remember that water is a foodstuff. Please consume
water within one to two days.
• The water dispenser is designed for use only with mu-
nicipally treated tap water (note: this water is constantly
controlled and according to legal regulations safe to
drink) or with water from private supplies which has
been tested safe to drink.
If an instruction is received from the authorities that
mains water must be boiled, the water has also to be
boiled.
• Since no filtration mean is included in the water dis-
penser, it would be possible to have residual (e.g.
limestone) inside the tank and the valve after certain
amount of time. If this would be the case, clean the de-
vices with a bland solution of warm water and citric
acid or water and lemon juice, rinse them and reas-
semble them in the fridge door.
Helpful hints and tips
Normal Operating Sounds
• You may hear a faint gurgling and a bubbling sound
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or
tubing. This is correct.
• When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being
pumped around and you will hear a whirring sound
and a pulsating noise from the compressor. This is
correct.
• The thermic dilatation might cause a sudden cracking
noise. It is natural, not dangerous physical phenomen-
on. This is correct.
Hints for energy saving
• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer
than absolutely necessary.
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							• If the ambient temperature is high and the Temperature
Regulator is set to low temperature and the appliance is
fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously,
causing frost or ice on the evaporator. If this happens,
set the Temperature Regulator toward warmer settings
to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in elec-
tricity consumption.
Hints for fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance:
• do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the
refrigerator
• do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong
flavour
• position food so that air can circulate freely around it
Hints for refrigeration
Useful hints:
Meat (all types) : wrap in polythene bags and place on the
glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.
For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the
most.
Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc..: these should be covered
and may be placed on any shelf.
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 air-
tight 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 stor-
ed in the bottle rack on the door.
Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must
not be kept in the refrigerator.
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 subse-
quently 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 in-
dividual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage
time.
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.
Care and cleaning
Caution! Unplug the appliance before carrying out
any maintenance operation.
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling
unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore
only be carried out by authorized technicians.Periodic cleaning
The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:
• clean the inside and accessories with lukewarm water
and some neutral soap.
• regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure
they are clean and free from debris.
• rinse and dry thoroughly.
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