High temperature alarmAn increase in the temperature in the freezer(for example due to an power failure) is indica-ted by switching on of the Alarm lightDuring the alarm phase, don't place food insidethe freezer.When normal conditions are restored the Alarmlight will switch off automatically.First useCleaning the interiorBefore using the appliance for the first time,wash the interior and all internal accessorieswith lukewarm water and some neutral soap soas to remove the typical smell of a brand-newproduct, then dry thoroughly.Important! Do not use detergents or abrasivepowders, as these will damage the finish.Daily useFreezing fresh foodThe freezer compartment is suitable for freezingfresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozenfood for a long time.To freeze fresh food activate the Fast freezingfunction at least 24 hours before placing thefood to be frozen in the freezer compartment.The maximum amount of food that can be fro-zen in 24 hours is specified on the ratingplate 2)The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during thisperiod do not add other food to be frozen.Storage of frozen foodWhen first starting-up or after a period out ofuse, before putting the products in the com-partment let the appliance run at least 2 hourson the higher settings.Important! In the event of accidentaldefrosting, for example due to a power failure, ifthe power has been off for longer than thevalue shown in the technical characteristicschart under "rising time", the defrosted foodmust be consumed quickly or cookedimmediately and then re-frozen (after cooling).Opening and closing the lidAs the lid is equipped with a tightly closingseal, it is not easy to reopen it shortly after clos-ing (due to the vacuum formed inside).Wait a few minutes before reopening the appli-ance. The vacuum valve will help you to openthe lid.Warning! Never pull the handle with im-mense force.Storage basketsXHang the baskets onthe upper edge of thefreezer (X) or placethem inside the freez-er (Y).YTurn and fix the han-dles for these twopositions as shown inthe picture.The following pictures show how many basketscan be placed inside the various freezer mod-els.606230806 946 1061161113361201You can purchase additional baskets from yourlocal Service Centre.2) Refer to "Technical data"15www.zanussi.comDownloaded from www.vandenborre.be