ZANUSSI
CHEST FREEZER
ZCF 78 A
ZCF 92 A
ZCF 106 A
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
820 41 72 31
Contents
Instructions for the User
Instructions for the Installer
Important Safety Information
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Technical Specifications
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Description of the Appliance
Control Panel
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Installation
Positioning
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Operation
Electrical Connections
Before use
Starting the Appliance
Alarm light
Temperature Control
Opening/Closing the Lid
The role of the pressure equalisation valve
Freezing Fresh Food
Frozen Food Storage
Thawing
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Low Frost System.
Baskets
Hints and Tips
Normal Operating Sounds
Food Storage
Energy Saving Advice
In the Event of a Power Failure
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Defrosting
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Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning
External cleaning
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When the appliance is not in use
Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Customer Care
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Guarantee Conditions
Guide to Use the Instructions
The following symbols will be found in the text to
guide you throughout the instructions:
Safety instructions
Step by step instructions for an operation
Hints and Tips
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Description of the Appliance
A - Compartment for frozen food storage
B - Freezer calendar (recommended storage times for frozen foods)
C - Compartment for freezing fresh foods
D - Dividing wall
E - Control panel
F - Defrost water drain
Control Panel
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Operation
Before Use
Remove all packaging and securing tapes. Wash
inside the appliance with lukewarm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5m1 to 0.5 litre of water). Do not
use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry
thoroughly.
Starting the Appliance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The green pilot
light will illuminate to show that the appliance is
switched on.
The red alarm light will also illuminate until the freezer
reaches the correct temperature.
Alarm Light
The red alarm light will illuminate when the
temperature in the freezer is higher than the
thermostat setting. This alarm light will illuminate if:
The appliance has just been started.
Fresh food has been put in the freezer.
The lid has been left open, opened frequently or
open for too long.
The red light will go out when the freezer has returned
to the correct temperature.
Temperature Control
The temperature within the freezer is controlled by the
thermostat situated on the lower front of the cabinet.
To operate the freezer, proceed as follows:-
When you first start the freezer we suggest that you
turn the thermostat to a medium setting ie 3-4. The
correct setting can be found by measuring the
temperature of the top middle package in the freezer.
This should not have a temperature warmer than
-18°C.
1 = Lowest setting, minimum cold
7 = Highest setting, maximum cold
Allow the freezer to run for several hours before
placing food inside.
Do not fill the freezer to more than 5mm below the top
edge.
Opening/Closing the Lid
The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to
prevent moisture entering the freezer, increasing the
amount of frost formed.
When the lid is opened the air inside the freezer
becomes slightly warmer and expands. When the lid is
closed again the air is cooled immediately. This may
lead to the creation of a vacuum which makes it hard
to open the lid again immediately. Never use
excessive force on the handle.
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that on the rating plate. The quality of the food is
best preserved when it is frozen right through to the
core as quickly as possible.
THE ROLE OF THE PRESSURE
EQUALISATION VALVE
The pressure equalisation valve installed in your freezer
automatically eliminates the pressure difference which
otherwise would make it very difficult or even impossible to
open the lid.
Frozen Food Storage
When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has
been out of use for some time, we advise you to run
your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing
frozen food.
It may be possible to hear the operation of the valve as the
air flows in through the airing outlet in the rear wall of the
cabinet.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the
manufacturer.
For a safe operation, keep the two openings of the valve
clear, do not cover them!
Do not open the lid frequently or leave it open
longer than is necessary.
Important
Do not put carbonated liquids in the freezer.
Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after removal
from the freezer can cause a low temperature
skin burn.
Freezing Fresh Food
It is important that fresh food placed in the freezer is
frozen quickly and that the food already in the freezer
is heated as little as possible.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
In the event of a power cut, do not open the lid.
The food in the freezer will not be affected if the
power cut is short and the freezer is full. Should
the food begin to thaw it must be consumed
quickly and must not be re-frozen.
If more than 3-4kg of food is to be frozen:
1. Press the SUPER button 6-24 hours before placing
fresh food in the freezer. The freezer will now run
continuously creating a sufficient reserve of the
required temperature.
2. Place the food in the freezer and leave the SUPER
button on for a further 24 hours.
(See Hints and Tips)
Thawing
3. Then turn the SUPER button off. The freezer will
return to nomal storage conditions.
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.
If you forget to turn the SUPER button off, the
freezer will not be damaged, but energy will
be wasted.
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.
Capacity
The freezing capacity of the freezer is stated in the
rating plate (kg/24 hours). Do not exceed the amount
stated - if you do, the freezing time will be extended.
The rating plate is located inside the lid.
Defrosted cooked food must never be
refrozen.
FREEZING
CAPACITY
LOW FROST SYSTEM.
The patented LOW FROST System reduces the ice-
build-up in the chest freezer by up to 80 percent, which
results in a longer period of time between defrosting. To
get the full benefit of the system, please observe the
following points:
The amount of ice-build-up in any freezer is very much
dependent of the moisture of the surrounding air. The ice
will build up quicker in a humid climate than in a dry
climate.
If you wish to freeze food several days in a row, please
observe a maximum capacity of only 2/3 to 3/4 of
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Therefore you should avoid installing your freezer in very
humid surroundings. The LOW FROST system minimizes
the amount of ice caused by the natural temperature cycle
of the freezer. However, ice-build-up from other sources is
not reduced. The most important other sources are poorly
wrapped food and warm air introduced when the lid is
opened.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that the lid isn’t opened
unnecessarily, and the lid is not obstructed by packs of food
when closed.
If food stored in the freezer is not wrapped properly,
humidity from the food will settle as ice on the freezer walls.
Food quality will also deteriorate, so ensure that food put in
the freezer is wrapped well.
Maintenance and Cleaning. The LOW FROST system does
not need any maintenance or cleaning during normal use. If
needed the pipe can be wiped with a soft cloth. Do not use
any sharp or piercing tools, as this may damage the system.
Baskets
The baskets are designed for the storage of food which has
already been frozen. The handles can be placed in two
positions, as shown.
The baskets can either be placed inside the freezer or hung
on the edge of the casing.
The following spare parts can be ordered from your local
Service Force Centre. Please note that 2 handles must be
ordered for each basket.
„A” Basket
„B” Basket
Handle
291263028/9
291263038/7
291340008/6 (2 required).
The following illustrations show how many baskets can be
placed in various freezer models.
The number above each illustration shows the width of the
freezer in millimetres.
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Hints & Tips
Normal Operating Sounds
In the Event of a Power Failure
You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or
tubing.
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.
If there is a power failure during the storage of
frozen foods, keep the lid closed.
If the
temperature within your freezer should rise, do not
refreeze the food without checking its condition.
The following guidelines should assist you:
Ice Cream:
Once thawed should be
discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables:If soft should be cooked and
used up.
Food Storage
To obtain the best performance from your freezer:
Breads & Cakes:
Shellfish:
Can be refrozen without
danger.
Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid.
Should be refrigerated and
used up quickly.
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.
Cooked Dishes:
i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Do not push food together too much, try to allow air
to circulate around each item.
Do not store food uncovered.
Large Pieces
of Meat:
Can be refrozen providing
there are still ice crystals
remaining within them.
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.
Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food,
salt reduces the storage time.
Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing
bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal.
Small Joints:
Chicken:
Should be cooked and can
then be refrozen as cooked
dishes.
Should also be cooked and
refrozen as a fresh dish.
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.
Energy Saving Advice
Do not install the appliance close to sources of
heat, such as a boiler or radiator.
Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room
and make sure that the air openings of the
appliance are not obstructed.
Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by
packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages before
placing them in the freezer.
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 lid open for long periods or
opening the lid too frequently as warm air will enter
the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on
unnecessarily often.
Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the lid
from closing properly.
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Defrosting
The freezer compartment will become progressively
covered with frost. This should be removed with the
special plastic scraper provided whenever the
thickness of frost exceeds ¼".
During this operation it is not necessary to switch off
the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the
inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out
and it is advisable to perform this operation when the
appliance is empty.
To carry out complete defrosting:
1. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical
supply.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap in several layers of
newspaper and store in a cool place.
3. Leave the lid open.
4. Remove the plug from the defrost water drain.
5. To accelerate the defrosting process place a bowl
of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer and
close the lid.
6. The defrost water can be collected in a bowl, as
shown.
7. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly and replace the plug on the defrost
water drain.
8. Reconnect the appliance to the electricity supply
and leave to run for at least 2 hours on a medium
setting.
9. Replace the previously removed food.
Important
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during
defrosting may shorten their safe storage life.
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from
the evaporator as this could damage the appliance
beyond repair.
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Maintenance and Cleaning
Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried
out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from
the electricity supply
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.
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.
To Change the Light Bulb
(Not a standard accessory for all models)
1. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply.
2. Unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace with a new bulb (max. 15W)
4. Reconnect to the electrical supply.
Spare bulbs are available from your local Service Force
Centre.
External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.
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 lid open to prevent
unpleasant smells.
LOCK
(Not a standard accessory for all models.) The freezer can
only be locked when the upper lid is pushed to the right
and the lower lid is pushed to the left. Insert the key in the
lock and turn. The key can be removed.
Remember to keep the key out of the reach of children.
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Something not Working
Before: contacting your local Service Force Centre check the following point.
IMPORTANT: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation,
a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
Symptom
Check if....
Solution
No power to the appliance .
Plug not connected properly.
Faulty fuse in the plug.
There is a power failure.
Connect plug to the power supply.
Replace the fuse if necessary.
Leave the lid closed and wait for the power
supply to be restored.
The temperature in the freezer The thermostat control knob is set correctly Turn the thermostat control knob to the
is too warm. (red light on)
relevant to the ambient conditions.
appropriate setting (colder).
Check that the ambient conditions.
Relocate the appliance.
Check that the ambient temperature is within the
appliance’s operating limits of 10°C - 32°C.
Fresh food has recently been placed in the
freezer.
The lid will not open.
The lid has recently been opened.
If it has wait a few minutes for the pressure inside
the freezer to the equalise and then open the lid.
Do not put excessive force on the handle.
Excessive frost and ice has The thermostat control knob is set correctly Turn the thermostat control knob to the
built up.
relevant to the ambient conditions.
appropriate setting (warmer).
The lid closes correctly.
Rearrange the stored food so that the lid can be
closed correctly.
There is a large amount of moisture from the Ensure that all food placed in the freezer is
packaging of stored food.
wrapped in airlight dry packaging.
The pressure equalisation
valve does not close
appropriately.
Some pollution has got into the valve.
The valve must be blown through from the airing
outlet in the rear wall.
If after all above checks there is still a fault, call 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 proof of purchase is required 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:-
0870 5 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 the
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
Customer Care Department
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi products,
please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website
Customer Care Department
Zanussi
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SLI IDZ
08705 727727 (*)
* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
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Guarantee Conditions
We, Zanussi undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Zanussi 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:
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.
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 Zanussi Service Force Centre.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and 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:
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 improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the
United Kingdom.
Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of rental
agreements.
Products of Zanussi manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi.
ZANUSSI 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:
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.
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.
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 Nurenberg
Italy
Sweden
UK
Senlis
+33 (0)3 44 62 29 99
+49 (0)911 323 2600
+39 (0)1678 47053
+46 (0)8 738 79 50
+44 (0)1753 219897
Pordenone
Stockholm
Slough
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Technical Specifications
ZCF 78 A
221
ZCF 92 A ZCF 106 A
Model
261
299
Volume (gross)
Volume (net)
Height with rollers
Width
litres
litres
cm
216
255
292
87,6/88,3
105
87,6/88,3
119
87,6/88,3
132,5
66,5
cm
66,5
52
66,5
57
Depth
cm
59
Weight
kg
0,58
24
0,64
27
0,69
Energy consumpt./24h
Freezing capacity
Hold-over time
Rated power
kWh
kg/24h
hours
W
28
46
47
49
80
100
120
this appliance complies with the following EC Directives:
- 73/23/EEC of 19. 02. 1973 - Low-Voltage Directive
- 89/336/EEC of 03. 05. 1989 (including Amendment Directive 92/31/EEC - EMC Directive.
Some of the models are not available in all countries.
Testing has been carried out in accordance with ISO 5155 regarding the determination of freezer capacity, energy consumption and hold-overtime.
Information for test institute: A plan of the positioning of test packages may be obtained directly from the manufacturer.
Installation
Positioning
Place the freezer horizontally on a firm surface,
resting on all four wheels. Use a wooden block or
similar object to compensate for any bumps/holes
in the floor's surface.
The room should be dry and adequately ventilated.
If the room temperature exceeds 32°C, or falls
below freezing point, the freezer will not function as
it should.
Do not place the freezer close to sources of heat,
radiators, chimneys, etc. and do not place the
freezer in direct sunlight.
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S
If the freezer has been handled standing on end, it
should be allowed to stand in the normal position
for about 12 hours before switching it on.
Ensure that the appliance is installed where it is
easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
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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.
GREEN & YELLOW
The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.
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Electrical Requirements
Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
rating plate.
L
N
The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13amp ASTA approved (BS1362) 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:
BROWN
BLUE
CORD CLAMP
P1041
Green and Yellow: Earth
Blue:
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
yellow.
or coloured green and
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.
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