Zanussi ZUT 125W manual Frozen Food Storage, Thawing, Freezing, To Make Ice Cubes

the temperature of the room where the product is installed,

the frequency of door openings,

the volume of food to be stored in the product,

the location of the product.

Therefore, you should consider all factors and you may have to do some testing to find the best temperature. If you want a lower temperature, turn the thermostat into a position of higher number or, vice versa, if you need a higher temperature, you should set a position of lower number. Please allow 24 hours for the freezer temperature to stabilize between two adjustments.

Alarm (red) indicator

The temperature alarm indicator (E) will light up when the internal temperature of the freezer increases to a level (above -12°C) where the long-term conservation of the foods in not ensured. Please note that, when switching on the freezer for the first time, the alarm indicator will remain lit until the internal temperature has reached a level required for the safe conservation of frozen food.

Temperature problem:

Under normal operating conditions, the internal temperature of the freezer will ensure the long-term conservation of the stored food. When such temperature rises above a certain level (-12°C), it will trigger an acoustic and light alarm. The light alarm is a continuous red light (E), while the acoustic alarm is an intermittent sound. You can stop the acoustic alarm by pressing switch (D) once.

Freezing

Prepare the various foods properly and then freeze them always in the freezing compartment. For maximum freezing performance remove the freezer tray and baskets and then place the foods to be frozen directly on the evaporator. In case of freezing smaller food volumes you do not need to remove the freezer tray and baskets.

For using the quick freeze function, press the quick freeze on/off switch (D) for 2-3 seconds; in the case of small and great food volumes you should do it approx. 4 and 24 hours, respectively, before you want to freeze the fresh food. The yellow indicator (C) will light up. The compressor will operate continuously until the product reaches the freezing temperature.

Once the food is completely frozen (it may take up to 24 hours) you can manually switch off the quick freeze function by pressing the switch (D) for 2-3 seconds. If not switched off manually, the quick freeze function will be automatically switched off 48 hours later. The yellow indicator (C) will also go out.

The freezing tray can be used for freezing small fruits (raspberries, strawberries, currants, etc.). Place a thin layer of the unpacked fruits in the tray. Once they are frozen, the fruits can be packed, sorted and placed in the storage boxes.

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 with the 'fast freeze' switch on before storing frozen food.

Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer.

Do not open the door 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.

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 the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and the freezer is full. Do not open the lid. Should the food begin to thaw it must be consumed quickly and must not be re-frozen. (See Hints and Tips)

Thawing

Deep frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in a 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.

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.

Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.

)To Make Ice Cubes

1.Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water, place in the freezing compartment and leave to freeze.

2.To remove the cubes twist the tray or hold it under running water for a few seconds.

Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer compartment by using pointed or sharp edged objects.

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