REFRIGERATOR-
FREEZER
ZEBF 249 W
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
2222 048-91
CONTENTS
Instructions for the User
Instructions for the
Installer
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4
Important Safety Information
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14
Technical Specification
Operation
Before using
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Installation
Positioning
Control panel
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To start the Appliance
Setting the temperature
Use of an air circulation slider control
Fresh food refrigeration
Positioning the door shelves
Positioning the inner shelves
The freezer compartment
Rear Spacers
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Electrical Connection
Door Reversal
Freezing
fresh
Frozen food storage
Thawing
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Ice cube tray holder
Normal Operating Sounds
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9
Health and Safety Guidelines
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning
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External cleaning
When the appliance is not in use
Changing the light bulb
Defrosting
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Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Customer Care
Guarantee Conditions
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OPERATION
Before using
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water).
Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may
linger. Dry thoroughly.
Control panel
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2
3
4
B
A
A - Thermostat control knob
B - Pilot light
Use of an air circulation slider
control - COOL FLOW CONTROL
To Start the Appliance
Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after
installation.
Your appliance has an air circulation slider control
situated at the rear of the fridge compartment, which
controls the amount of cold air circulated through the
fridge compartment.
Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains
supply. Turn the thermostat control (A) to a midway
setting (3-4) and adjust the slider control, situated on
the back wall of the fridge section, to a midway
position between “MIN” and “MAX”. The pilot light (B)
will illuminate. Leave the appliance for approximately
4 hours for the correct temperature to be reached
before placing food inside.
When the ambient temperature is between 10°C and
16°C, the slider control should be in the “MIN”
position.
When the ambient temperature is above 16°C the
slider control should be midway between “MIN” and
“MAX”.
To switch off the appliance turn the thermostat
control to position “G”
When the ambient temperature is very high (i.e. hot
summer days) position the slider control to “MAX”.
Setting the temperature
The temperature inside the appliance is regulated by
a thermostat with 6 temperature positions and an
“OFF” (G) position.
Position 1 = minimum coldness
Position 6 = maximum coldness
Turn the thermostat control knob to the required
position.
MIN
MAX
COOL FLOW CONTROL
The intermediate position is usually the most
suitable (3-4).
The thermostat control knob regulates the
temperature both within the fridge and the freezer
compartment. The thermostat setting can vary as the
temperature inside the appliance depends on the
following factors:
MIN
MAX
COOL FLOW CONTROL
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– room temperature
– how often the door is opened
– how much food is stored
– position of the appliance
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Fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance, do not store warm
food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator; cover
or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour.
Do not cover the shelves with any protective
material, such as paper, cardboard or plastic, which
may obstruct the air circulation.
To help you use your refrigerator correctly, here are
some more useful hints:
Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & poultry or chicken):
wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf
above the salad drawers.
Meat can only be stored safely in this way for
one or two days at the most.
Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly
cleaned and placed in the salad drawers.
Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special
airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or
polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be
stored in the bottle rack on the door.
Warning
D756
If using the appliance with the salad drawer
removed, please ensure the vent in the back wall of
the appliance is not obstructed.
Positioning the door shelves
The door shelves can be easily removed for
cleaning. Gently ease the shelf in the directions
shown.
Adjustment of the door shelves can be made to
accommodate varying heights of bottles and other
containers. Store light items such as small cartons
and jars on the door shelves. The bottle shelf can be
used for the storage of heavier bottles.
D758
Positioning the inner shelves
The walls of the refrigerator have runners so that
shelves can be positioned as desired.
D040
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The freezer compartment
Thawing
Frozen food 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.
The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for
storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing
fresh foods.
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.
Freezing fresh food
When freezing fresh foods set the slider control to
the “min” position and turn the thermostat control to
a higher setting.
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.
In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 6 kg.
Place food to be frozen in the upper drawer of the
freezer as this is the coldest part.
After 24 hours reposition the slider control and
thermostat control to previous setting.
Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling
water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in
the oven in their aluminium wrapping.
Important
A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing
of frozen food: follow the oven instructions,
particularly regarding the placement of aluminium
wrapping or containers in the oven.
To ensure correct operation of the appliance do not
use the appliance with the basket or drawers
removed.
Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.
Frozen food storage
Frozen food can be stored in any basket or drawer of
the freezer compartment, including the fast freeze
compartment.
Attention!
In the event of a power failure - DO NOT OPEN
THE DOOR, the food in the freezer will not be
affected if the power cut is short and the freezer
is full.
If the temperature in the freezer rises, and the
food begins to thaw, do not re-freeze the food
without checking its conditions.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the
manufacturer.
Do not open the door frequently or leave it open
longer than is absolutely necessary.
The following guidelines should assist you.
Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked and
used up.
Warning
Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks etc.), in
the freezer compartment.
Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without danger.
Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up
quickly.
Ice Iollies, if consumed immediately after removal
from the freezer, can cause low temperature skin
burns.
Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing
there are still ice crystals remaining within them.
Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be re-
frozen as cooked dishes.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands
are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
“frost/freezer burns”.
Making ice cubes
The appliance is provided with one or more trays for
ice-cubes trays.
Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a
cooked dish.
Fill the tray(s) 3/4 full to give the ice space to expand
and place them in 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
The advanced design of today’s frost free appliances mean you hear unfamilar noises during everyday
operation. The diagram below describes some of the noises you may hear. These are quite normal and mean
your appliance is operating correctly
The thermostat control will
click when starting or
stopping the compressor.
The fan circulates cold air to
cool the refrigerator and the
freezer compartment and
sounds like air blowing or a
whirring sound.
The flow of refrigerant
through the freezer cooling
coil makes a gurgling noise.
Water dropping on the defrost
Defrost water drips into the
heater causes a hissing or
drain pan during the defrost
popping sound during the
cycle.
defrost cycle.
The automatic defrost timer
sounds like an electric clock
and clicks in and out of the
defrost cycle.
The compressor will make a
humming or pulsating sound
while operating.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared foods.This
together with the changes in shopping habits to a once-a-week shop, mean that safe handling and
storage of food is even more important than ever.
The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as
possible.
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Keep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your fridge as short as possible. Tests
showed that the temperature of 1 litre of orange
juice rose to 22°C in an hour between the
supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to
get down to 7°C in the refrigerator.
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Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.
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 .
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Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as
possible.
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
Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOT place in the refrigerator until cool. (Leave
food in a cool place in order that it can then be
put in the refrigerator as soon as possible).
refrozen, it must be consumed within 24 hours.
Never exceed the storage times indicated.
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Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy drink
in the freezer as they may explode. Containers
with a lid must not be filled to the brim.
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Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be
in separate containers. Take care not to let the
meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat does
drip, remove everything and clean thoroughly.
Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in
the freezer next to food which is already frozen as
this could cause the temperature of the frozen
food to rise and its quality and storage life to
reduce .
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Do not store food uncovered.
The best way to defrost food is to put it in the
refrigerator to thaw slowly.
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The symbols on the drawers show different types
of frozen goods.
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Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and
clean (refer to “Maintenance and Cleaning).
The numbers indicate storage times in months for
the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether
the upper or lower value of the indicated storage
time is valid depends on the quality of the foods
and pre-treating before freezing.
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Never allow spillages to dry and harden.
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.
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It is important that food is used before its “best
before” date.
Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the
refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped
eggs.
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Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to
ensure that it is clean and free from debris.
Always wash your hands with soapy water and
dry them with a clean towel before handling food.
Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross
contamination by not using the same work
surface or knife, without washing them thoroughly
in between.
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The fresh foods to be frozen must be fresh and of
the best quality.
The size of each pack should be small enough to
ensure that it is used in one go . Small packs
freeze more quickly and uniformly and give better
results.
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried
out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the
ELECTRICITY supply.
Changing the light bulb
Should the interior light fail to work, first switch off
the appliance and disconnect from the electricity
supply, then replace the bulb as follows;
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.
D613
External cleaning
Unscrew the light cover and then pull it outward by
pressing as shown in the figure. Unscrew the bulb
and replace it with a new 15 watt bulb (available from
your nearest Service Force Centre).
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.
Replace the light cover by sliding it into its original
position and replacing the screw.
An accumulation of dust will affect the performance
of the appliance and cause excessive electricity
consumption.
Automatic Defrosting
Your appliance has been designed to be frost free.
This means there is no need to defrost your
appliance as this will be carried out automatically.
You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched
OFF.
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.
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
Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points:
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
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 light does not come on
Ensure that the bulb is correctly fitted.
Replace the bulb if it has blown.
Check the door light switch is not jammed.
The temperature in the fridge or freezer section is
too high
Check the thermostat control knob on the top panel 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 doors are closed.
Large quantities of food have recently been placed in
the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened.
Check that air vents is not obstructed.
Noise
Refer to normal operating sounds.
If, after the 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:-
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 Irelandplease
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
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.
2.
3.
4.
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
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
(0)1
Nürnberg
Pordenone
Stockholm
Slough
Sweden
UK
IrelandDublin
+353
4090751
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
163
55
cm
cm
Width
Depth
62,5 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
220-240 V / 50 Hz
130 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY *
GROSS CAPACITY
1.181 kWh
Fridge
166 l
90 l
Freezer
NET CAPACITY
Fridge
165 l
67 l
Freezer
* 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
Warning
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
on “Door reversal directions” paragraph.
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
A
B
T
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).
A
45°
There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of
the appliance. Do not obstruct the space underneath.
PR60
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 the
diagram. Then turn them through 45° (arrow (A)
vertical) until they lock into place.
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).
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The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse.
For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse. Only
ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.
Electrical connections
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
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.
WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Service Force Centre.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
this safety measure not be observed.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive
No. 87/308 of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference
suppression.
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:
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
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73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent modifications;
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.
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Door reversal directions
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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2
4. Remove the feet (2-3)
D715 PIED/M
5. Remove bottom hinge (1).
6. Remove the freezer door by releasing it from the
middle hinge (H).
7. Unscrew the middle hinge.
H
8. Slide out the fridge door from pin (G), unscrew
the latter and then screw it down into the hinge
provided on the opposite side, after having
removed the small plugs which should then be
fitted on the opposite side.
9. Refit the fridge door and replace the middle hinge
to the left hand side.
10.Replace the door and bottom hinge (1) on the
opposite side.
11.Refit the feet (2-3) on the opposite side.
Attention
G
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.
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