CHEST FREEZER
CONGÉLATEURS
FCFH 53 BW
FCFH 103 BW
FCFH 183 BW
GB
FR
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
820 41 73 83
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not place drinks in the freezer. Bottles and cans
containing carbonic acid or sparkling drinks are
particularly prone to explosion, which may damage
the freezer.
WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
These warnings are provided to improve safety, and should
be read carefully before installing or using your freezer.
IMPORTANT
This freezer is heavy. Take care when moving it.
It is vital that these instructions are kept with the
freezer for future use. If the freezer is sold or given
to another user, or if you move and leave the freezer
behind, you must ensure that the instructions
accompany the freezer to enable the next user to
use the freezer correctly and read the relevant
warnings.
If the freezer is fitted with a lock to prevent tampering
by children, the key must always be kept safely out of
the reach of children, and far away from the freezer.
Before disposing of an old freezer, make sure that the
lock (if present) no longer works. This is to prevent
accidents and avoid the danger of children getting
locked inside.
This freezer is only intended for the freezing and storage
of food.
Ice lollies can cause frostbite if eaten direct from the
freezer.
This freezer should only be operated by adults. Children
must not be allowed to tamper with the control buttons or
play with the freezer.
Your appliance contains an environmental friendly
natural gas, isobutane (R600a) as refrigerant, which
is nevertheless flammable.
Changes in the electrical mains system in connection
with the installation of this freezer should always be
carried out by an authorised electrician or competent
person.
During transportation and installation of the
appliance, be sure that none of the components of
the cooling circuit become damaged.
If any part of the cooling circuit damaged:
– avoid naked flames and sources of ignition;
Do not under any circumstances attempt to repair the
freezer yourself. Repairs carried out by untrained people
may result in personal injury or serious malfunction of the
freezer.
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the
appliance is installed.
Service of the freezer should be carried out by an
authorised service company, and only original spare
parts should be used. See under “Guarantee Conditions
and Service”.
IN THE INTERESTS OF THE
ENVIRONMENT:
When disposing of your old fridge, freezer or
fridge/freezer:
It is dangerous to alter the freezer specifications, or to
change the freezer in any other way.
Check with your local Council or Environmental Health
Officer to see if there are facilities in your area for
collecting the gas from the appliance for recycling. This
will help reduce the amount of CFC gas released into the
atmosphere.
Make sure that the freezer is not placed on top of the
mains cable.
Do not re-freeze food once it has been defrosted.
Observe the recommendations for storage carefully. See
under “Helpful Hints”.
Help to keep your country tidy - when disposing of an old
appliance or a CFC free appliance use an authorised
disposal site.
This freezer includes components that are heated during
operation. Consequently, adequate ventilation must
always be provided. If ventilation is insufficient defects
may occur, resulting in the loss of food. See under
“Installation”.
The inside of the freezer contains pipes through which
coolant flows. If these pipes are punctured the freezer
may be damaged beyond repair, and food may be lost.
Do not use sharp implements to remove frost or ice.
Frost can be removed using the enclosed scraper. Do
not knock ice off the sides of the freezer, but remove it
by defrosting the freezer. See under “Maintenance”.
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INSTALLATION
POSITION
Place the freezer horizontally on a firm surface, resting
on all four plastic feet. Use a wooden block or similar
object to compensate for any bumps/holes in the
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.
If the freezer has been handled standing on end it should
be allowed to stand in normal position for about 12 hours
before switching it on.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is
easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
Appliance Description
Control Panel
1 temperature regulator
2 green mains operating light
3 fast freeze switch with amber light
4 red temperature warning light
Starting up
Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories
prior to initial start-up (see section: „Cleaning and
Care”).
Insert the mains plug of your chest freezer into the mains
supply. Your appliance is then operational.
The green mains operating light (2) and red
temperature warning light (4) show, and the acoustic
temperature warning sounds.
The green mains operating light indicates operation and
must continuously show.
The red temperature warning light tells you that the storage
temperature has not yet been attained.
If you additionally operate the fast freeze switch (3), the
amber pilot light in the switch (3) illuminates, and the
refrigerating unit operates in continuous mode.
When the fast freeze switch is pressed, the acoustic
temperature warnin immediately stops.
If you switch off the fast freeze switch (3) when the red
temperature warning light (4) has gone out, the amber
light goes out.
The red temperature warning light (4) and acoustic
temperature warning give an alarm if:
the storage temperature has not yet been reached
(starting up).
the minimum storage temperature is no longer being
maintained (fault).
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INSTALLATION
Please observe the indicated freezing capacity on the
rating plate. The freezing capacity represents the
maximum amount of fresh goods that can be frozen
within 24 hours. If you freeze goods on several days, one
after the other, freeze amounts equal to 2/3 to 3/4 of the
capacity indicated on the rating plate.
large quantities of fresh food have been placed inside.
the chest lid has been open for too long.
The red temperature warning light (4) and acoustic
temperature warning give no warning:
if the power supply is interrupted;
if the thermostat is defective.
Thawed foods which have not been
Important: Check regularly on the red
temperature warning light and on a thermometer
placed inside whether the storage temperature is being
maintained.
processed further (cooked into
meals) may not under any
circumstances be frozen a second
time.
To freeze the maximum qantity of
fresh food quoted on the rating plate
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The thermostat ensures that the required temperature is
maintained in the freezer. Adjust the temperature by turning
the button with a coin that fits the groove. Turning the
thermostat button towards no. MAX makes the temperature
in the freezer colder, and turning the button towards no.
MIN makes the temperature warmer. The correct setting
can be found by measuring the temperature of the top
package in the middle of the freezer. This should not have
a temperature higher than -18°C.
press the QUICK FREEZE button 24
hours prior to freezing, or 4 to 6 hours for smaller
quantities. The amber fast freeze light illuminates.
The QUICK FREEZE button need not be pressed for
freezing small quantities of up to 3 kg.
All foods must be packed air tight prior to freezing, so
that they do not dry out or lose their flavour, and so
that no transfer of flavour to other frozen goods
occurs.
Caution! Do not touch the frozen foods with wet hands.
Hands can freeze to the goods.
Place the packed food products into the freezer.
Ensure they come into contact with the side walls.
Unfrozen goods may not come into contact with
already frozen goods, otherwise the frozen goods
may start to thaw.
If more products have to be frozen, keep on the fast
freeze switch - otherwise switch the fast freeze
function off about 24 hours after inserting the food
products, for smaller quantities earlier.
Tips:
The following are suited for the packaging of frozen
goods:
freezer bags and polyethylene wraps;
special cans for frozen goods;
extra-thick aluminium foil
The following are suitable for closing bags and foil:
plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tape.
Freezing
Before closing press out the air from the bags and foil,
as air makes the frozen products dry out more easily
and wastes space.
To freeze fresh foods use the small freezing compartment
on the right of the dividing partition. This enables you to
separate already frozen foods from fresh foods. Always
make sure already frozen goods cannot defrost by coming
into contact with fresh products. If the freezing
compartment is too small you can freeze part of the
products in the large storage section on the left of the
dividing partition.
Make flat packages, because these freeze more
quickly.
Do not fill cans for frozen goods to the brim with liquid
or paste-like goods, because liquids expand during
freezing.
Attention!
Before freezing food the temperature in the freezer must be
-18 °C or colder.
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HOW TO USE
PACKAGING AND POSITIONING
Food must be cold before freezing (no more than room
temperature).
Food must be packed in airtight and moisture-proof
packaging to prevent it from drying out.
Place fresh food for freezing close to the cold sides of
the freezer, making sure that it is not in contact with the
frozen food already in the freezer.
Never fill the freezer to more than 5 mm below the top
edge.
See under “Helpful hints”.
CAPACITY
The freezing capacity of the freezer is stated in the data
plate (kg/24 hours). Do not exceed the amount stated - if
you do, the freezing time will be extended. The data plate is
located inside the lid.
FREEZING
CAPACITY
IMPORTANT
The freezing capacity stated can be utilised to
the full occasionally to freeze large amounts of
fresh food. However, if the freezer is filled with
large amounts of food for freezing every day, the
capacity stated is reduced by about one-third.
LOCK
(Not a standard accessory for all models.) The lock works
as shown in the drawings. Remember to keep the key out
of the reach of children.
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 in the drawings.The baskets can either
be placed inside the freezer or hung on the edge of the
casing.
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HELPFUL HINTS
food several days in a row, the maximum freezing
capacity stated per day is reduced by about one-third.
STORAGE
Frozen food can be stored anywhere inside the freezer, but
should be kept at least 5 mm below the top edge.
As far as possible, keep the lid closed during freezing. If
you know nothing about home freezing, we recommend
that you purchase a book containing advice and
guidelines.
Never exceed the maximum storage time for purchased
frozen food.
When you buy frozen food, make sure that it has been
stored at the correct temperature. Do not buy products
which have wet or damaged packaging.
DEFROSTING
In general food should not be defrosted at room
temperature, since this increases the risk of bacteria
growth. It is best to defrost large portions of meat or
poultry in the refrigerator, and this also applies to food
which is to be consumed as it is (e.g. fruit, butter and
sliced meat).
Place purchased products in your freezer as quickly as
possible. We recommend using an insulated bag to bring
such products home with you.
Never place bottles, warm objects, or fizzy drinks in the
freezer.
Small portions of food can be cooked straight from the
freezer. A good number of ready-to-cook dishes can also
be cooked without defrosting. Always observe the
instructions on product packaging.
FREEZING
Only use fresh food of the best quality. Cool hot dishes to
room temperature as quickly as possible before placing
them in the freezer.
Bread tastes good when defrosted in a moderate oven.
Microwave ovens can be used for the rapid defrosting of
most frozen foods. Observe the instructions for use of
the microwave oven concerned.
Wrap food carefully in freezer foil, or use the special freezer
boxes or bags which are on the market. Divide food into
small portions before freezing - this ensures that freezing is
more rapid, and means that you only need to defrost the
amount needed for immediate consumption.
ACCESSORIES
Remember that defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Spare baskets can be obtained from your local Service
Centre.
However, dishes which have been made using defrosted
food may be frozen.
The illustrations on this page show how many baskets
can be placed in the various freezer models.
Mark the freezer packaging with the date of freezing. We
recommend keeping a record of the contents of your
freezer.
Measure the length of your freezer and find the
appropriate illustration. The number above each
illustration indicates its length in millimetres.
If freezing is too slow, the quality of the food being frozen
deteriorates. Consequently, do not freeze larger amounts
than stated in the freezer’s data plate. If you wish to freeze
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MAINTENANCE
DEFROSTING
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER INSIDE
The formation of frost on the inside of freezers cannot be
avoided. Frost is formed when moisture contained in the air
comes into contact with the cold surfaces of the freezer.
Remove the plug from the mains socket, and remove all
loose accessories before cleaning the freezer.
The best time to clean your freezer is after defrosting and
before the electricity supply is connected again.
Consequently, the lid should only be opened when
necessary, and it should never be left open.
Use a damp cloth to clean your freezer. Use hot water,
and a mild, non-aromatic cleaning agent.
A thin layer of ice or frost does not affect the function of the
freezer adversely, and can be removed carefully using the
scraper provided.
After cleaning the freezer, clean the basket/baskets
before replacing them.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
Never use strong cleaning agents, scouring
powder or strongly aromatic cleaning agents to
clean your freezer inside, since this will damage
the inside and leave a strong smell.
Never use a knife or any other sharp implement to
remove frost.
When the frost or ice layer is 10-15 mm thick, the freezer
should be defrosted. We suggest that you defrost your
freezer when there is little or no food inside.
EXTERNAL CLEANING
Switch off the current. Remove the contents of the freezer,
wrap them in newspapers, and leave them in a cold place.
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT
use abrasive products.
The speed of defrosting can be increased by placing one or
more bowls of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer and
closing the lid. Open the lid after a while, and remove the
layer of ice carefully.
The defrost water can be collected in the partition wall as
shown in the drawing.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.
Remove all goods from the freezer.
Clean the freezer as described above.
Leave the lid slightly open.
Do not try to speed up defrosting by using anything other
than hot water, since this may damage the freezer. After
defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer.
IMPORTANT
Remember to replace the plug in the drip water
drain.
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IF SOMETHING DOES NOT WORK
IF YOUR FREEZER DOES NOT FUNCTION SATISFACTORILY
Check the following before calling for service staff:
Defect:
Check if:
Possible cause:
Action:
Freezer not cold
enough
Green light not on
Plug not connected correctly
Defect in switch or fuse
Power failure
Check plug and socket
Check fuse, call electrician
Wait until current returns
Wait a couple of hours
Wait a couple of hours
Set thermostat colder
Defrost freezer
Green and red light on
Fresh food recently placed in freezer
Lid open too long
Green light on,
red light not on
Yellow light on
Yellow light not on
Thermostat set too warm
Lot of frost and ice formed
“Super” function active
Thermostat set too cold
Freezer too cold
Press “Super” button out
Set thermostat warmer
Too much frost
formed
Lid does not close
completely
Lid in contact with
goods in freezer
Re-arrange goods,
check that lid closes correctly
Lot of moisture in the room
Moisture from washing machine,
tumble-dryer, etc.
Move freezer to a room with less
moisture, or air regularly
Goods packed poorly
Lot of moisture from goods
Re-pack goods, see under “How to use”
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 you are still unable to solve the problem, summon the
assistance of authorised service staff.
Breads & Cakes:
Shellfish:
Can be re-frozen without
danger.
Should be refrigerated and
used up quickly.
ie. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Do not take any other steps. Incorrect procedure may
cause personal injury or lead to additional defects.
Cooked Dishes:
It is quite normal for the freezer to seem warm on the
outside occasionally, owing to the heat generated by the
freezing process. This heat also helps to prevent the
formation of moisture on the outside of the appliance which
could cause rust.
Large Pieces of Meat: Can be re-frozen providing
there are still ice crystals
remaining within them.
Small Joints:
Chicken:
Should be cooked and can
then be re-frozen as cooked
dishes.
Should also be cooked and re-
frozen as a cooked dish.
If the freezer has been switched off briefly, the compressor
may not start immediately when the current is re-
connected. This is quite normal.
IN THE CASE OF A POWER FAILURE OR
BREAKDOWN
HOW TO CHANGE THE BULB
The hold-over period mentioned in the "Technical
Specification" section of this book refers to an estimated
time the freezer temperature will take to rise to an
unacceptable level for keeping frozen foods.
Before changing the bulb, isolate the appliance from
the electricity supply. Unscrew the bulb, and replace
it with a new bulb (max. 15W). Then reconnect the
electricity supply. Extra bulbs are available from your
local Zanussi Service Force Centre.
Providing the period of power failure or breakdown does not
exceed the hold-over period there will be no risk of damage
to the frozen food, providing you do not open the lid during
this period.
If the freezer is only half full or the lid is opened this will
reduce the hold-over time.
After the breakdown period you are recommended to
check the condition of food to ensure it has not started to
thaw. Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has
thawed out. The following guidelines should assist you.
Ice cream:
Once thawed should be
discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and
used up.
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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.
If the European plug is unsuitable for your sockets, the plug
should be removed (cut-off in the case of a moulded-on
plug) and an appropriate plug fitted.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
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
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.
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS AND SERVICE
ZANUSSI STANDARD GUARANTEE
CONDITIONS
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other
legal rights which will not be excluded or in any way
diminished by the return of this guarantee card.
We, Zanussi Ltd., undertake that if within twelve 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 its
option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE
Subject to alterations
for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:
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
munufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions.
The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
The appliance is still in the possession of the original
purchaser.
All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken
by a Zanussi Service Force Centre.
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.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the
property of this company.
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 machines improperly
installed or calls to machines 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 Ltd.
EEC Countries - the standard guarantee is applicable but
is subject to the owner’s responsibility and cost to
ensure the appliance meets the standards set by the
country to which the product is taken. The Zanussi
Company in the contry concerned will be pleased to
advise further. Sight of your purchase receipt will be
required by them.
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