Zanussi ZIC 722/9 Instruction Booklet - Page 8

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Storage of frozen food

To obtain the best performance from this

appliance, we strongly recommend that you

make sure that the commercially frozen

foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer

and, furthermore, be sure that these frozen

foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to

the consumer in the shortest possible time (a

temperature increase of the frozen food could

shorten its storage period). It is also advisable

not to exceed the storage period indicated by the

producer of the food. Finally, do not open the

door frequently or leave it open longer than is

absolutely necessary. If there is a power failure

when food is in the freezer, do not open the door

of the freezing compartment. The frozen food will

not be affected if the power cut is of short

duration (a temperature increase of the frozen

food could shorten its safe storage period),

otherwise, it is recommended that the food

should be used within a very short time.

Thawing

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used,

can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or

at room temperature, depending on the time

available for this operation. Small pieces may

even be cooked still frozen, directly from the

freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

Ice-cube production

This appliance is equipped with one or more

trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these

trays with water, then put them in the freezer

compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to

remove the trays from the freezer.

Temperature regulation

To start the appliance, turn the thermostat knob,

located inside the compartment, to the required

position. This thermostat has six operating

positions and an «0» (Stop) position. The higher

the number selected, the lower the temperature

in the refrigerator. When first starting up the

appliance, an initial setting of 3 or 4 is

recommended. The temperature inside the

compartment depends on a number of factors,

such as the ambient temperature, the amount of

food stored in the appliance, the frequency with

which the door is opened, the location of the

appliance in the room, etc. These factors must be

taken into account when setting the thermostat.

To stop the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to

the «O» position. The freezer compartment will

continue to operate.

Important

If the ambient temperature is high, the thermostat

knob is on the coldest setting (higher numbers)

and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor

may run continuously, causing frost or ice to form

on the evaporator. If this happens, turn the knob

to a warmer setting (lower numbers) to allow

automatic defrosting and so a saving in

electricity consumption.

Fresh food refrigeration

To obtain the best performance:

do not store warm food or evaporating liquide in

the refrigerator

do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a

strong flavour.

Position food so that air can circulate freely

round it.

Useful hints:

Meat (all types): wrap in polythene bags and

place on the glass shelf above the vegetable

drawer(s).

For safety, store in this way only one or two

days at the most.

Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc: these should

be covered and may be placed on any shelf.

Fruit and vegetables: these should be

thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special

drawer(s) provided.

Butter and 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 trave a cap and

should be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not

packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator

Movable shelves

The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a

series of runners so that the shelves can be

positioned as desired.

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