Zanussi ZYAE82ER, User Manual

CAUTION!

In the event of accidental defrosting, for

example due to a power failure, if the

power has been off for longer than the

value shown on rating plate under "rising

time", the defrosted food must be

consumed quickly or cooked immediately

then cooled and then re-frozen. Refer to

"High temperature alarm".

5.3 Thawing

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being

consumed, can be thawed in the refrigerator

or inside a plastic bag under cold water.
This operation depends on the time available

and on the type of food. Small pieces may

even be cooked still frozen.

6. HINTS AND TIPS

6.1 Hints for energy saving

• The internal configuration of the appliance

is the one that ensures the most efficient

use of energy.

• Do not open the door frequently or leave it

open longer than necessary.

• The colder the temperature setting, the

higher the energy consumption.

• Ensure a good ventilation. Do not cover

the ventilation grilles or holes.

6.2 Hints for freezing

• Activate FastFreeze function at least 24

hours before placing the food inside the

freezer compartment.

• Before freezing wrap and seal fresh food

in: aluminium foil, plastic film or bags,

airtight containers with lid.

• For more efficient freezing and thawing

divide food into small portions.

• It is recommended to put labels and dates

on all your frozen food. This will help to

identify foods and to know when they

should be used before their deterioration.

• The food should be fresh when being

frozen to preserve good quality. Especially

fruits and vegetables should be frozen

after the harvest to preserve all of their

nutrients.

• Do not freeze bottles or cans with liquids,

in particular drinks containing carbon

dioxide - they may explode during

freezing.

• Do not put hot food in the freezer

compartment. Cool it down at room

temperature before placing it inside the

compartment.

• To avoid increase in temperature of

already frozen food, do not place fresh

unfrozen food directly next to it. Place food

at room temperature in the part of the

freezer compartment where there is no

frozen food.

• Do not eat ice cubes, water ices or ice

lollies immediately after taking them out of

the freezer. Risk of frostbites.

• Do not re-freeze defrosted food. If the food

has defrosted, cook it, cool it down and

then freeze it.

6.3 Hints for storage of frozen food

• Freezer compartment is the one marked

with 

.

• The medium temperature setting ensures

good preservation of frozen food products.

Higher temperature setting inside the

appliance may lead to shorter shelf life.

• The whole freezer compartment is suitable

for storage of frozen food products.

• Leave enough space around the food to

allow air to circulate freely.

• For adequate storage refer to food

packaging label to see the shelf life of

food.

• It is important to wrap the food in such a

way that prevents water, humidity or

condensation from getting inside.

6.4 Shopping tips

After grocery shopping:
• Ensure that the packaging is not damaged

- the food could be deteriorated. If the

package is swollen or wet, it might have

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