ZANUSSI
REFRIGERATOR
ZECR 161 W
INSTRUCTION BOOK
GB
200364838
A/ZE/12. (03.)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all
before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.
Prior to installation
Do not remove items from the freezer
compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this
could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Check the appliance for transport damage. Under
no circumstances should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact
your retailer.
Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer
compartment they can burst when the contents
freeze.
Installation
Manufacturers' recommended storage times
should be adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
to modify this product in any way.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical supply.
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable. If the supply cable is
damaged, it must be replaced by a cable available
from your local Service Force Centre.
When unplugging always pull the plug from the
mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Servicing
This product should be serviced by an
authorised engineer and only genuine spare
parts should be used.
Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Whenever possible, the back of the appliance
should be close to a wall, but leaving the required
distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation
instructions.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local
Service Force Centre.
The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of your appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Child Safety
Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or
play with the product.
Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
material away from children!
The Appliance and the Environment
During Use
This appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone layer.
This appliance is designed for domestic use only,
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is
not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit.
The packaging used on this appliance marked with
Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak
at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with
flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire
extinguisher refill cartridges etc.
the
symbol is recyclable.
Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
thawed out.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment.
Keep this instruction book for future
reference and ensure it is passed on to any
new owner.
Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if
consumed straight from the freezer compartment.
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CONTENTS
Instructions for the User
Guide to use the instruction book
Important Safety Instructions
Instructions for the Installer
2
3
Technical Data
15
15
Location
Installing the Appliance
Transportation, Unpacking
Location
15
15
15
16
Instructions for the User
Description of the Appliance
5
5
Ventilation Requirements
Door Reversal
16
18
Using the Appliance
Before Use
To Start the Appliance
Thermostat Control
6
6
6
6
7
7
7
7
7
Electrical Connection
Hints for storage
Storage time and temperature of foods
The Ice-making Compartment
How to make ice cubes
Storage Shelves
Hints and Tips
8
8
8
8
Food Storage
Frozen food storage
Energy Saving Advice
Storage time chart
9
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning
External cleaning
Defrosting
Changing the Light Bulb
When the appliance is not in use
10
10
10
10
11
11
Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Customer Care
12
13
13
14
Guarantee Conditions
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Instructions for the User
General information
This appliance is designed for the refrigeration of food
in a domestic home. It also has an ice-making
compartment.
To ensure correct operation, this appliance should
be located where the ambient temperature is
between 16-32 °C
Description of the appliance
1. Ice-making compartment
2. Drip tray
10. Interior light/Thermostat control
11. Door shelf
3. Wire shelf
12. Gasket
4. Glass shelf
5. Salad drawer
6. Rating plate
7. Adjustable feet
8. Ice tray
13. Bottle shelf
14. Egg tray
15. Air circulation
16. Air vent
17. Condenser
9. Butter compartment
18. Compressor
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Using the Appliance
Before Use
Remove all securing tapes.
Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water
with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5 ml to 0,5 litre
of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell
may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
Do not use detergents, abrasive powders,
highly perfumed cleaning products, wax
polishes or products containing alcohol.
FTo Start the Appliance
1. Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hrs after
installation.
2. Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains
supply.
3. Turn the thermostat control to the required setting.
A setting of 3 - 4 is usually suitable for normal
operation (see thermostat control).
4. Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for
the correct temperature to be reached before
placing food inside.
Thermostat Control
The thermostat control knob situated inside the
refrigerator regulates the temperature of the larder
compartment. Thermostat control is marked from 1-5
the higher the number, the colder the setting.
Position 0 - Off
Position 1 - minimum coldness
Position 5 - maximum coldness
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Hints for storage
Below is the recommended storage positions for
various food types:
1. Frozen food storage & ice making
2. Ready-cooked foods
3. Foods in dishes
4. Opened cans
5. Milk, dairy products
6. Fresh meat, cold cuts, sausages, etc.
7. Fruits, vegetables, salads
8. Cheese, butter
9. Eggs
10. Yoghurt, Cream
11. Small bottles, soft drinks
12. Large bottles, drinks
Storage time and temperature of
foods
The chart on page 9 gives information about storage
time in the frozen and the fresh food compartment.
The storage times quoted are intended as a guide only.
The Ice-making Compartment
This compartment is suitable for the storing of
commercially frozen food and for making and storing
ice cubes.
How to make ice cubes
Fill the supplied ice cube tray ¾ full with water and place
in the freezer compartment. Turning up the thermostat
control will speed up the freezing process, but
remember to turn the thermostat control back to its
original position.
To release the ice cubes, twist the tray along its length.
Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove a frozen
ice cube tray from the ice-making compartment.
Storage Shelves
The shelves in the refrigerator compartment are
adjustable to allow storage of large items.
The shelves can be re-arranged by opening the door
to 90°.
The door shelves are also adjustable.
To allow the air to circulate within the fridge
compartment do not cover the wire shelves
with paper or trays.
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Important
Hints & Tips
In the event of a power cut the food in the ice-making
compartment will not be affected if the power cut is
short and if the compartment is full. Do not open the
door. Should the food begin to thaw, it must be
consumed quickly and must not be refrozen.
Food Storage
To obtain the best results from your appliance
neither hot foods nor liquids which may
evaporate, should be placed in the refrigerator.
Keep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your fridge as short as possible.
Energy Saving Advice
Do not install the cabinet close to sources of
heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator.
Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
Do not store food uncovered.
Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated
room and make sure that the air openings of the
cabinet are not obstructed.
Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and
clean, refer to Cleaning and Maintenance.
Always leave warm food to cool down to room
temperature before placing in the fridge.
Frozen food storage
Storing ready-frozen foods is quite straightforward.
The packs can be placed beside each other or on
top of each other.
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.
You are strongly advised to place ready-frozen food
in the compartment as quickly as possible after
purchase and we therefore recommend that you
buy them last. Also ensure that the external
packaging is intact.
Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the
door from closing properly.
It is advisable to periodically clean the
refrigeration system at the back of the appliance
with a duster or vacuum cleaner.
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.
Do not open the ice-making compartment door too
often and do not leave open longer than necessary.
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Storage time chart
Time and method of storage of fresh foods in the refrigerator
Foods
Storage time in days
Method of packaging
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
2
X
X
X
3
x
X
X
4
x
x
x
5
x
x
x
6
7
Raw meat
cling film, airtight
dish covered
dish covered
dish covered
dish covered
cling film, cellophane, grease-
proof paper
Cooked meat
Roasted meat
Raw minced meat
Cooked minced meat
Cold cuts
x
X
X
x
x
x
x
Fresh fish
Cooked fish
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
X
x
x
x
x
X
X
X
X
X
x
X
x
X
X
X
X
x
cling film, airtight
dish covered
dish covered
cling film, airtight
dish covered
cling film, airtight
dish covered
original packaging
original packaging
original packaging
plastic box
plastic box
aluminium foil
cling film
x
Tinned fish, open
Fresh chicken
Fried chicken
Fresh duck, goose
Roasted duck, goose
Butter unopened
Butter opened
Milk
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
x
x
X
X
x
x
x
x
x
X
x
x
x
x
x
x
X
x
x
X
x
x
x
Cream
Sour cream
X
X
X
X
x
X
x
X
X
X
x
x
X
x
x
X
x
x
X
x
Cheese (hard)
Cheese (soft)
Egg
Spinach, sorrel
Green peas, green beans
Mushroom
Carrot
Tomato
Cabbage
X
X
X
cling film
cling film
cling film
cling film
cling film
cling film
cling film
dish covered
dish covered
X
x
x
x
X
X
X
x
x
x
X
X
X
X
X
x
X
X
x
X
X
x
Strawberry, raspberry, etc.
Tinned fruits opened
Cakes filled with cream
x
x
x
Notation:
X
x
recommended storage time
maximum recommended storage time
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Maintenance & Cleaning
To carry out complete defrosting proceed as
follows:
Before any maintenance of cleaning work is
carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from
the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
1. Push the drip tray completely in.
2. Place a tray on the upper shelf of the refrigerator
under the drain hole of the drip tray.
Internal Cleaning
3. Remove any food from inside the ice-making
compartment, wrap it in several sheets of
newspaper and store in a cool dry place.
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
4. Turn the thermostat knob on position << 0 >>.
To accelerate defrosting, place a bow of hot
water inside the compartment (with a piece of
cardboard underneath the bowl as protection).
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.
5. When defrosting is completed, dry thoroughly
and remove the water collected in the tray.
Turn the thermostat knob on a medium position
to restart the appliance.
Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean
to ensure they are clean and free from debris.
After letting the appliance run for at least half an
hour replace the previously removed food into
the ice-making compartment.
When defrosting it is not necessary to remove
the foods from the inner door and the
refrigerator compartment.
External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.
Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grille)
and the compressor at the back of the appliance with
a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust
will affect the performance of the appliance and cause
excessive electricity consumption.
Important
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs
during defrosting may shorten their storage life.
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost
from the evaporator as you could damage it
beyond repair.
Defrosting
While in operation the ice-making compartment
becomes progressively covered with frost.
This frost, which acts as an insulator and thus prevents
the cold from reaching the food should be removed
whenever the thickness of the frost exceeds 6mm (¼”).
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Changing the Light Bulb
Should the light fail to work you can change it as
below:
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.
Remove the lamp cover retaining screws, then take
the lamp cover off in the direction of the arrow and the
bulb can be changed. (Type of the bulb: 230 V, 15 W,
E 14 thread)
After changing the bulb replace the lamp cover, and
retaining screws and reconnect the appliance to the
electricity supply.
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 door open 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.
Problem
Possible Cause
No power at the socket.
Solution
No power to the
appliance
Check there is power at the socket.
There is a power cut.
Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
The fuse has blown.
Check the fuse has not blown.
Thermostat control knob is set at „0“.
The appliance is located in an unsuitable position.
Check the thermostat control knob setting.
Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliances operating limits of 12 °C to 32 °C.
The temperature in the
appliance is too high
Check that the thermostat control knob is turned
to the correct setting relative to ambient
conditions.
The thermostat control knob is set too low.
The thermostat control knob is set too high.
Set the thermostat control knob to a lower
position.
The temperature in the
appliance is too low
Check the door has not been left open.
The door has been left open.
Something is obstructing the door.
The door gasket is dirty.
Excessive frost and ice
has built up
Check nothing is preventing the door from closing.
Check the door gasket is intact and clean.
The appliance is noisy.
The appliance is not level.
Check if the appliance stands stable (all four feet
should be on the floor).
If after the above checks your appliance still does not
operate correctly, contact your local 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:-
08705 929929
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
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:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate)
5. 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
Customer Care Department
Zanussi Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
08705 727727 (*)
*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
For Customer Service in Ireland please contact us at the address below:
Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd
Long Mile Road
Dublin 12
Republic of Ireland
Tel.: +353 (0) 1 4090753
Email: [email protected]
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Guarantee Conditions
We Zanussi Electrolux undertake that if within 12
EUROPEAN GUARANTEE
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, the company will, at our option repair or
replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour,
materials or carriage on condition that:
If you should move to another country within
Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your
new home subject to the following qualifications:
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.
The appliance has been correctly installed and
used only on the electrical supply stated on the
rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
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 appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any
person not authorised by us.
The product is installed and used in accordance
with our instructions and is only used
domestically, i.e. a normal household.
All service work under this guarantee must be
undertaken by a Service Force Centre.
The product is installed taking into account
regulations in your new country.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall
become the Company's property.
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.
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:
France
Germany Nurenberg
Senlis
+33 (0) 344 62 29 29
+49 (0) 800 234 7378
Damage or calls resulting from transportation,
improper use or neglect, the replacemet of any light
bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
Italy
Sweden
UK
Pordenone +39 (0) 0434 39 4700
Stockholm
Slough
+46 (0) 8 672 53 90
+44 (0) 1753 219897
+353 (0) 1 4090753
Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance
improperly installed or calls to appliances outside
the United Kingdom.
Irl
Dublin
Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are the subject of
rental agreements.
Products of Zanussi Electrolux manufacture which
are not marketed by Zanussi Electrolux.
The guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal
rights.
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Instructions for the Installer
Technical data
Model
ZECR 161 W
Gross capacity (l)
Ice-making comp.: 7
Fresh food comp.: 153
Net capacity (l)
Ice-making comp.: 7
Fresh food comp.: 148
Width (mm)
550
850
600
0,42
153
A
Height (mm)
Depth (mm)
Energy consumption (kWh/24h)
(kWh/year)
Energy class, according to EU standards
Rated power (W)
60
Weight (kg)
35
Location
Installing the appliance
The appliance should be positioned in a well
ventilated, dry room.
Transportation, unpacking
The appliance and the interior fitting are protected for
transport.
Energy use is affected by the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore:
Remove all packaging and any adhesive tape.
not be installed next to radiators, cookers or
other sources of heat
Any remnants of adhesive can be removed using
white spirit.
only be installed at a location where the ambient
temperature corresponds to the climate
classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
After transportation the appliance must not be
switched on for 2 hours. This is to allow the
refrigerant to settle.
The climate classification can be found on the
serial plate.
Cleaning
Clean the accessories and the inside of the appliance
with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to
0.5 litres of water). Rinse and try thoroughly.
The following table shows which ambient
temperature is correct for each climate
classification:
Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly
perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or
cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.
Climate Classification Ambient Temperature
SN
N
ST
+10 to +32 °C
+16 to +32 °C
+18 to +38 °C
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Ventilation Requirements
The appliance must have adequate ventilation to
ensure correct operation.
Diagram shows the ventilation requirements when
installed:
A:* Under a worktop, or cupboard.
* The clearance space of 10 cm above the
appliance may be reduced to 5 cm providing a
clearance space 2,5 cm is left on either side of
the appliance.
B: When freestanding
Levelling
The appliance must be level. Level the appliance by
adjusting the two adjustable feet (1) at the front of the
appliance.
If required the washer (2) can be removed.
Door Reversal
If required the opening direction of the door can be
changed as follows:
To reverse the bottom hinge assembly proceed as
follows:
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity
supply.
Tilt the appliance backwards, resting the top edge
of the appliance on a stool or something similar.
Unscrew the adjustable feet situated on both sides
at the front (2 pieces). Remove the lower door
hinge plate by unscrewing the 3 retaining screws.
Remove the hinge pin from the bottom of the door.
Slot the hinge pin into the hole in the hinge plate
and relocate the hinge assembly to the opposite
location and refit using the retaining screws.
Put the cabinet in the upright position.
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To reverse the top hinge assembly proceed as follows:
Remove the 2 worktop retaining screws from the
back of the appliance.
Slide the worktop towards the rear and lift clear of
the appliance.
Remove the 2 upper hinge plate retaining screws.
Remove the hinge plate from the top of the door.
Unscrew the hinge pin from the hinge plate and re-
insert on the opposite side of the plate.
Rotate the hinge assembly 180° and insert the
hinge assembly into the opposite location.
Refit the 2 hinge plate retaining screws.
Relocate the worktop and refit the worktop
retaining screws.
To reverse the handle proceed as follows:
Remove screw covers (if fitted) and handle retaining
screws. Remove blanking plugs on the opposite
side.
Relocate the handle to the opposite side and refit
retaining screws (covers if fitted), and replace the
blanking plugs.
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Electrical connection
Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a
qualified electrician or competent person.
This appliance must be earthed.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.
Electrical Requirements
Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
rating plate.
The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse
must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced
for any reason. The wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow:
Blue:
Earth
Neutral
Live
Brown:
The wire coloured green and yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter „E“ or
by the earth symbol
or coloured green and yellow.
The wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal „N“ or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal marked „L“ or coloured red.
Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray
strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be
secure over the outer sheath.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent modifications,
89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility
modifications.
Directive)
and
subsequent
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