Brand: ZANUSSI
Category: Refrigerator
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for ZBB7297
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 9:23 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to the guarantee certificate for warranty details.
- Cleaning the interior: Wash with lukewarm water and neutral soap, then dry. Avoid detergents and abrasive powders.
- Operation: Plug in, turn thermostat beyond 'O' (Stop).
- Temperature regulation: Automatic, adjustable with thermostat knob. Consider room temp, door openings, food quantity, and location.
- Fresh food refrigeration: Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids. Cover food with strong smells. Allow air circulation.
- Freezing fresh food: Use the 4-star compartment. For quicker freezing, use the coldest setting, but be aware of potential temp drop below 0°C in the fridge. Avoid carbonated drinks and ice lollies directly from the freezer.
- Storage of frozen food: Run appliance for 2 hours on coldest setting before first use. Remove drawers for large quantities. Pay attention to load limits.
- Thawing: Thaw in refrigerator or at room temperature. Small pieces can be cooked frozen, taking longer.
- Ice-cube production: Use provided trays, fill with water, place in freezer.
- Cold accumulators: Store in the upper compartment to extend food conservation during power outages.
- Movable shelves: Position as desired. Front half-shelves can lie over rear ones for space.
- Bottle holder: Use to store bottles or cans.
- Positioning the door shelves: Place at different heights for various package sizes.
- Humidity control: Use sliding lever on glass shelf to regulate temp/humidity in vegetable drawer. Close for higher temp/humidity, open for lower.
- Air recycling: Use D.A.C. fan when ambient temp exceeds 25°C for rapid cooling and uniform temp.
- Maintenance: Unplug before cleaning. Clean interior and exterior. Clean condenser and compressor at rear.
- Periods of non-operation: Unplug, remove food, defrost and clean, leave door ajar.
- Defrosting: Refrigerator compartment defrosts automatically. Clean drain hole periodically. Freezer compartment needs manual defrosting when frost exceeds 4 mm, using the provided scraper. Do not use sharp tools.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
| Appliance is not functioning | Plug not fully inserted or mains switch off. | Check plug and mains switch. |
| No electricity supply. | Check other appliances or consult electrician. | |
| Thermostat knob in wrong position. | Set thermostat knob to correct position. | |
| Water drops on cabinet bottom | Defrost water drain opening obstructed. | Clean drain opening (see "Defrosting"). |