Troubleshooting - Zanussi ZRB33100WA User Manual

DEFROSTING OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Frost is automatically eliminated from the
evaporator of the refrigerator compartment every
time the motor compressor stops, during normal
use. The defrost water drains out through a trough
into a special container at the back of the
appliance, over the motor compressor, where it
evaporates.
It is important to periodically clean the defrost water
drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator
compartment channel to prevent the water
overflowing and dripping onto the food inside.
DEFROSTING THE FREEZER
CAUTION! Never use sharp metal
tools to scrape off frost from the
evaporator as you could damage it. Do
not use a mechanical device or any
artificial means to speed up the
thawing process other than those
recommended by the manufacturer. A
temperature rise of the frozen food
packs, during defrosting, may shorten
their safe storage life.
About 12 hours prior to defrosting, set
a lower temperature, in order to build
up sufficient chill reserve for the
interruption in operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.
WHAT TO DO IF...
Problem
The appliance is noisy.
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A certain amount of frost will always form on the
freezer shelves and around the top compartment.
Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a
thickness of about 3-5 mm.
1. Switch off the appliance, or pull out the
electrical plug from the wall socket.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several
layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place.
3. Leave the door open and protect the floor from
the defrosting water e.g. with a cloth or a flat
vessel.
In order to speed up the defrosting process,
place a pot of warm water in the freezer
compartment. In addition, remove pieces of ice
with an ice scraper before defrosting is
complete.
4. When defrosting is complete, dry the interior
thoroughly and keep the scraper for future use.
5. Switch on the appliance.
Wait at least 3 hours before putting the food back
into the freezer compartment.
PERIODS OF NON-OPERATION
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
take the following precautions:
1. Disconnect the appliance from electricity
supply.
2. Remove all food.
3. Defrost (if necessary) and clean the appliance
and all accessories.
4. Leave the door/doors open to prevent
unpleasant smells.
Possible cause
The appliance is not suppor-
ted properly.
WARNING! Do not touch frozen
food with wet hands. Hands can
freeze to the goods.
Solution
Check if the appliance stands
stable.