FREEZER
ZF 57 W
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
2222 132-65
CONTENTS
Instructions for the User
Instructions for the
Installer
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4
Important Safety Information
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12
Technical Specification
Operation
Before use
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6
Installation
Positioning
Control panel
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Start your appliance
Temperature control
Freezing fresh food
Frozen food storage
Thawing
Rear Spacers
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Electrical Connection
Door Reversal
Making ice cubes
Normal operating sounds
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7
Hints and tips
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning
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External cleaning
When the appliance is not in use
Defrosting
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Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Customer Care Department
Guarantee Conditions
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OPERATION
Control Panel
N
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3
S
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4
5
1
2
A
E
B
C D
A -
B -
Fast freeze knob
C -
D -
E -
Pilot light - Green
Thermostat control knob
Fast freeze light - Amber
Alarm light - Red
Before using
Temperature control
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water).
The temperature within the freezer is controlled by
the thermostat situated at the top of the cabinet.
To operate the freezer proceed as follows:
Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may
linger. Dry thoroughly.
Turn the thermostat control knob beyond the «O»
position.
When you first start the freezer, we suggest that you
turn the thermostat control to a medium setting,
between 3 and 4. For easier turning of this control,
use a small coin.The internal temperature of the
freezer is automatically adjusted by the thermostat to
ensure safe food storage.
Control Panel
A. Fast freeze control knob
When you place fresh food in the appliance, turn the
fast freeze control knob to “S”.
However, if the appliance is working in unfavourable
room conditions such as
B.Thermostat control knob
Turn the thermostat control clockwise to required
setting, which is normally between 3-4.
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poor ventilation,
high temperature,
frequent door openings,
C. Pilot light
The operation light is illuminated continuously, to
show that the appliance is on.
it may be necessary to select a more suitable
setting.
To obtain a colder temperature, turn the thermostat
control to the higher number; to obtain a warmer
temperature turn the control to the lower number.
D. Fast freeze light
The fast freeze light is illuminated, to show that the
fast freeze function is working.
Freezing fresh food
E. Alarm light
In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 20 kg of
fresh food.
If the alarm light (E) illuminates, it indicates that the
temperature within the freezer has reached a level
where the safe food storage is no longer ensured.
When you first start the freezer or after a period of
non-use, turn the fast freeze knob to «S» 24 hours
before you want to freeze your food (the yellow light
(D) illuminates).
When the freezer is first switched on, the alarm light
will stay on until the temperature has dropped to a
safe level for the storage of frozen food.
If the freezer is already in operation, the fast-freeze
knob should be activated about 2-3 hours before
freezing fresh food.
This time can be shortened, depending on the
quantity of food to be frozen. After the time has
elapsed place the food to be frozen in the “10 kg”
compartments of the freezer (see the diagram) as
these are the coldest parts.
Start your appliance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The pilot light (C)
will illuminate to show that the appliance is on.
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In order to freeze the quantity indicated on the rating
plate, arrange the food directly in contact with the
cooling surfaces. If the food is frozen in the baskets,
the maximum quantity that can be frozen is slightly
less.
10 kg
Once the food is completely frozen (which could take
up to 24 hours) return the fast freeze switch to the
«N» position; the yellow light (D) goes off.
Distribute the frozen food packages in the other
compartments, so that the fast freeze compartments
can be used for a further freezing operation.
10 kg
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The food to be frozen must be fresh and of the
best quality.
Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is
already frozen.
PR176/1
During the freezing process, ensure that the
freezer door remains closed.
Thawing
Frozen food storage
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.
When you first start the freezer or if the freezer has
been out of use for some time, we advise you to run
your appliance for at least two hours in the «fast
freeze» mode before storing frozen food.
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.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the
manufacturer.
Finally, do not open the door frequently or leave it
open longer than is absolutely necessary.
Meat, fish and fruit should be thawed in the
refrigerator compartment and small pieces of meat
can even be cooked while still frozen, but you must
ensure that it is thoroughly cooked through.
Important
Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks etc.), in
the freezer compartment.
Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling
water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in
the oven in their aluminium wrapping.
Ice Iollies, if consumed immediately after removal
from the freezer, can possibly result in a low
temperature skin burn.
A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing
any type of frozen or deep-frozen food: follow the
oven instructions, particularly regarding the
placement of aluminium wrapping or containers in
the oven.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands
are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
“frost/freezer burns”.
Important
Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.
In the event of a power cut do not open the door. The
food in the freezer will not be affected if the power
cut is short and if the freezer is full. Should the food
begin to thaw, it must be consumed quickly and must
not be re-frozen.
Making ice cubes
The appliance is provided with one or more plastic
ice cube trays.
Fill the tray(s) 3/4 full to give the ice space to expand
and place them in one of the freezer compartment.
To release the ice cubes simply give the tray a slight
twist. Do not use sharp or metallic instruments to
remove the trays from the freezer.
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Normal Operating Sounds
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You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils
or tubing at the rear, to the cooling
plate/evaporator or to the fixed freezer shelves.
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When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is
being pumped round, and you will hear a whirring
sound or pulsating noise from the compressor.
A thermostat controls the compressor, and you
will hear a faint ’click’ when the thermostat cuts in
and out.
HINTS AND TIPS
Food Storage
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Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by
packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages
before placing them in the freezer.
To obtain the best performance from your freezer
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Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids.
Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it
straight away. The use of an insulated container is
advisable. When you arrive home place the frozen
food in the freezer immediately.
Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should be
placed in the fridge before being transferred to
the freezer.
Try to avoid keeping the door open for long
periods or opening the door too frequently as
warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
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Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
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Do not store food uncovered.
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Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the
door from closing properly.
Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated
and labelled and used in date order to ensure
that food is consumed at its best.
In the Event of a Power Failure
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Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food,
salt reduces the storage time.
If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen
foods, keep the door closed. If the temperature within
your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food
without checking its condition. The following
guidelines should assist you:
Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing
bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal .
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Packaging which is swollen or has traces of
refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate
that the product has not been kept at a suitable
temperature and that it may have lost its original
quality. Partially thawed food must not be
refrozen, it must be consumed within 24 hours.
Never exceed the storage times indicated by the
manufacturer.
Ice-cream: Once thawed should be discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and
used up.
Breads & Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger.
Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used up
quickly.
Cooked Dishes: i. e. casseroles should be
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The symbols on the drawers show different types
of frozen goods.
refrigerated and used up.
Large Pieces of Meat: Can be refrozen providing
there are still ice crystals remaining within them.
The numbers indicate storage times in months for
the appropriate types of frozen goods.
Small Joints: Should be cooked and can then be
refrozen as cooked dishes.
Energy Saving Advice
Chicken: Should also be cooked and refrozen as a
fresh dish.
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Do not install the appliance close to sources of
heat, such as a boiler or radiator.
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Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated
room and make sure that the air openings of the
appliance are not obstructed.
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Defrosting
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is
carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the
ELECTRICITY supply.
When the frost has reached a thickness of up to
4mm it can be removed using the ice scraper
provided with the appliance. During this operation it
is not necessary to disconnect the appliance from
the mains and remove the food. Never use metal
tools for this operation.
Internal cleaning
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water
and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
For complete defrosting (once or twice a year)
proceed as follows:
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turn the thermostat control knob to the «OFF»
position (O) or disconnect the appliance from the
mains.
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.
Remove any food from inside the freezer , wrap it
in several sheets of newspaper and store in a
cool/dry place.
Leave the door open and insert the ice scraper
under the channel in the centre of the lower part
of the appliance; place a low-sided container
beneath the scraper to collect the water (see fig.).
External cleaning
Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners
contain chemicals that can attack/damage the
plastics used in this appliance. For this reason it
is recommended that the outer casing of this
appliance is only cleaned with warm water with a
little washing-up liquid added.
An accumulation of dust will affect the performance
of the appliance and cause excessive electricity
consumption.
You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched
OFF.
D068
Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grill)
and the compressor at the back of the appliance,
with a brush or vacuum cleaner, see figure.
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Clean and dry thoroughly.
Replace the scraper in one of the drawers .
Reconnect the appliance to the mains or reset
the thermostat control knob to the normal
operating position.
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After letting the appliance run for at least two
hours in fast freeze mode, replace the previously
removed food into the compartment.
Important
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during
defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life.
PR259
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 doors ajar
to prevent unpleasant smells.
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SOMETHING NOT WORKING
If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local
Service Force Centre
Symptom
Solution
No power to the appliance
Check there is power at the socket.
Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
Check the fuse has not blown.
The temperature in the freezer is too high
Check the thermostat control knob in the freezer is
turned to the correct setting relative to ambient
conditions.
Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliance’s operating limits, please refer to the
installation section in this instruction book.
Relocate the appliance if necessary.
The freezer door will not open
Has door just been opened? If so leave for a few
minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise.
The compressor runs continously
Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct
temperature control. See “Setting the temperature”.
Check that the door is closed.
Large quantities of food have recently been placed in
the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened.
Check that air ventilation is not obstructed.
Excessive frost and ice has built up
Ensure the door is not left open.
Check that nothing is preventing the door from
closing.
Is the door gasket intact and clean.
Has advised periodic defrosting been carried out.
Noise
Refer to normal operating sounds.
If after the above checks your appliance still does not operate correctly, contact your local Zanussi Service
Force Centre.
In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made, as the engineer will
make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
Please note that it will be necessary to provide proof of purchase for any in-guarantee service calls.
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SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local
Service Force Centre by telephoning:-
0 8 7 0
5
9 2 9 9 2 9
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the
For Customer Service in Ireland please
contact us at the address below:
Zanussi Electrolux
Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd
Long Mile Road
Dublin 12
Republic of Ireland
Telephone : +353 (0)1 4090751
Email: [email protected]
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading ‘Something Not
Working?
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details:
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2.
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5.
Your name, address and post code
Your telephone number
Clear and concise details of the fault
The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate)
The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee
service calls.
CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi Electrolux appliance or for further information on Zanussi
Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below
Customer Care Department
Zanussi Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: 08705 727 727 (*)
* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Standard guarantee conditions
We, Zanussi Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this ZANUSSI
ELECTROLUX appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or
materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage
on condition that:
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The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service Force Centre. Any appliance or
defective part replaced shall become the Company’s property.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.
Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these
hours in which case a premium will be charged.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
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Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or
removable parts of glass or plastic.
Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside
the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental
agreements.
Products of Zanussi Electrolux manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi Electrolux.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home
subject to the following qualifications:
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The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new
country of use for this brand or range of products.
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This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a
normal household.
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The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your
new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look
after you and your appliances.
France
Germany
Italy
Senlis
+33 (0)3 44 62 29 29
+49 (0)800 234 7378
+39 (0)0434 39 4700
+46 (0)8 672 53 90
+44 (0)1753 219 897
+353 (0)1 4090751
Nürnberg
Pordenone
Stockholm
Slough
Sweden
UK
Ireland
Dublin
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
124
cm
Width
Depth
55
60
cm
cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
220-240 V / 50 Hz
90 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY *
0.75 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
Freezer
170 l
150 l
NET CAPACITY
Freezer
STAR RATING
* This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN 153.
Actual consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
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INSTALLATION
Depending upon the position which you choose for
your appliance, you may wish to reverse the way in
which the door opens. To do this, refer to instructions
under “Door reversal”.
Important
IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE
THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR,
YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT IS MADE
UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG CHILDREN
BEING TRAPPED INSIDE.
Important
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from
the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be
easily accessible after installation.
Positioning
This appliance should only be installed at a location
where the ambient temperature corresponds to the
climate classification indicated on the rating plate,
which is located at the left on the inside of the
appliance.
The following table shows which ambient
temperature is correct for each climate classification:
SN +10°C to + 32°C
N
+16°C to + 32°C
ST +18°C to + 38°C
+18°C to + 43°C
T
A
B
It should be located in a dry atmosphere, out of
direct sunlight and away from extreme temperature
e.g. not next to a boiler or radiator, or in a very cold
room e.g. an outhouse, where the temperatures may
fall below 10°C (50°F). If these temperatures are
exceeded i.e. colder or warmer, then the appliance
may not operate correctly.
NP00
You should also ensure that air can circulate freely
around the back and the top of the cabinet. There
must also be at least 100 mm (4”) distance between
the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen
furniture (A). Ideally, the appliance should not be
positioned beneath overhanging furniture (B).
There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of
the appliance. Do not obstruct the space
underneath. The back of the cabinet may be placed
close to the wall but must not touch it. DO NOT
install in places with restricted ventilation.
D200
Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the
adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet
using your fingers or a tool (see figure).
Rear spacers
The plastic bag containing all relevant
documentation also contains two spacers to be fitted
into special holes in the back of the appliance. Fit the
spacers into the holes, taking care to ensure that the
arrow (A) is positioned as shown in Fig. Then turn
them through 45° (arrow (A) vertical) until they lock
into place.
A
45°
PR60
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For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse. Only
ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.
Electrical connections
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is
lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured
insert at the base of the plug.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Service Force Centre.
WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive
No. 87/308 of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference
suppression.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
this safety measure not be observed.
If 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.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
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73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent modifications;
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
The cut off plug should then be disposed of to
prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be
plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of your
home.
89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
modifications.
Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in
the event of a breakdown.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green andYellow
Blue
- Earth
- Neutral
- Live
Brown
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in
the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond
with the markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows:
GREEN & YELLOW
13 AMP. FUSE
BROWN
BLUE
CORD CLAMP
D207
Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
«E» or the earth symbol
yellow.
or coloured green and
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter «N» or coloured
black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter «L» or coloured
red.
The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse.
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Door reversal
1. Disconnect from the electricity supply.
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2. Remove all loose items, including food, store food
in a cool place.
3. Gently lay the fridge/freezer on its back with the
top held away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3
inches) of packing;
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4. Remove the feet (3)
D715 PIED/M
5. Remove bottom hinge (1).
6. Slide out the door from pin (G), unscrew the
latter and then screw it down into the hinge hole
provided on the opposite side, after having
removed the small plugs which should then be
fitted on the opposite side.
7. Refit the door and bottom hinge (1) on the
opposite side.
G
8. Refit the feet (3) on the opposite side.
9. Unscrew the handle. Refit it on the opposite side
after having pierced the plugs with a punch.
Cover the holes left open with the plugs
contained in the documentation pack.
Important
After completion of the door reversing operation,
check that the door gasket adheres to the cabinet. If
the ambient temperature is cold (i.e. in Winter), the
gasket may not fit perfectly to the cabinet. In that
case, wait for the natural fitting of the gasket or
accelerate this process by heating up the part
involved with a normal hairdryer on a low setting.
D162/1
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