Zanussi ZEC 30 User manual

FREEZER
ZEC 30
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
2222 259-05

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CONTENTS
Warnings
................................page 3
Conservation
...............................page 4
Installation
................................page 4
Positioning ...............................page 4
Before using ...............................page 4
The electrical connections ..........................page 5
Location ................................page 6
Door reversibility .............................page 6
Fitting a decorative door panel ........................page 7
Your appliance
...............................page 9
Operation
................................page 10
The controls ...............................page 10
Frozen food storage ............................page 10
Ice making ...............................page 11
Thawing ................................page 11
Freezing fresh food ............................page 11
Helpful hints when buying food ........................page 11
Defrosting ...............................page 12
Starting ................................page 12
Normal sound ..............................page 12
Health and safety guidelines
..........................page 13
Maintenance and cleaning
...........................page 13
Internal cleaning .............................page 13
When the appliance is not in use ........................page 13
What happens if something goes wrong?
......................page 14
Guarantee conditions
.............................page 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
* This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN153. Actual
consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY*
220-240 V / 50 Hz
90 W
1.15 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
NET CAPACITY
STAR RATING
85 l
62 l

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WARNINGS
IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THIS INSTRUCTION
BOOK SHOULD BE RETAINED WITH THE APPLIANCE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE APPLIANCE
BE SOLD OR TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER OWNER, OR
SHOULD YOU MOVE HOUSE AND LEAVE THE
APPLIANCE, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE BOOK IS
SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE IN ORDER THAT
THE NEW OWNER CAN GET TO KNOW THE
FUNCTIONING OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE
RELEVANT WARNINGS.
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST
OF SAFETY. YOU MUST READ THEM CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.
ª
This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.
ª
Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
ª
This product should be serviced by an authorised
ZANUSSI Service Force Centre, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
ª
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way.
ª
Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
ª
ZANUSSI domestic refrigerators, freezers and
fridge/freezers are designed to be used
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs
only.
ª
There are working parts in this product which
heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate
ventilation as a failure to do this will result in
possible food loss. See installation instructions.
ª
Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Wherever possible, the back of the appliance
should be close to a wall but leaving the required
distance for ventilation as stated in the
installation instructions.
ª
Before defrosting, cleaning or maintenance work
is carried out, be sure to switch off the appliance
and unplug it.
ª
Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has
thawed out.
ª
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer as it creates pressure on the container,
which may cause it to explode, resulting in
damage to the appliance.
ª
The cooling plate or refrigerated freezer shelves
in this appliance contain channels through which
the refrigerant passes. If these are punctured
this would cause substantial damage to the
appliance and result in food loss. DO NOT USE
SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or
ice. Under NO circumstances should solid ice be
forcedofftheliningorshelves.Solidiceshouldbe
allowed to thaw, when defrosting the appliance.
See Defrost instructions.
ª
The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
ª
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
ª
Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or “frost/freezer burns”.
ª
Ice lollies can cause “frost/freezer burns” if
consumed straight from the freezer.
ª
Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
ª
Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local
ZANUSSI Service Force Centre and always
insist on genuine spare parts.
2222 259-05
09/96

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CONSERVATION
In the interests of the Environment:
When disposing of your old fridge, freezer or
fridge/freezer.
Help to keep your country tidy – use authorised
disposal sites for your old appliances.
For maximum efficiency:
Make sure that the appliance is cleaned properly.
Make sure that the door is closed properly.
Do not position the appliance near to sources of
heat.
Do not over-fill your appliance, air MUST be
allowed to circulate.
INSTALLATION
Warning
IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD
APPLIANCE THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH
ON THE DOOR, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT
IS MADE UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG
CHILDREN BEING TRAPPED INSIDE.
Positioning
This appliance is designed to operate in ambient
temperaturesbetween10
°
C(50 °
F)and32 °
C(90 °
F).
It should be located in a dry atmosphere, out of
direct sunlight and away from extreme
temperature e.g. not next to a cooker or other
sources of direct heat, or in a very cold room e.g. an
outhouse, where the temperatures may fall below
10
°
C (50 °
F). If these temperatures are exceeded i.e.
colder or warmer, then the appliance may not
operate correctly.
For building-in and door reversibility, if necessary,
refer to the relevant instructions in the following
pages.
Before using
Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or
detergent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.

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The electrical connections
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety
measure not be observed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not
suitableforyoursocketoutlet,itmustbecutoffand
the appropriate plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
The cut off plug should then be disposed of to
prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be
plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of your
home.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in
the mains lead of your appliance may not
correspond with the markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Fig. 1
Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
«E» or the earth symbol , or coloured green and
yellow.
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or
coloured black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter «L» or
coloured red.
The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse.
For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse. Only
ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier
islost.Thecover/carrierisindicatedbythecoloured
insert at the base of the plug.
D207
GREEN & YELLOW 13 AMP. FUSE
BROWN
CORD CLAMP
BLUE
13 AMP
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre whose
address is listed in the Customer Care Booklet
which accompanies your instruction manual.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive No. 87/308
of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference suppression.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
-
73/23 EEC
of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and
subsequent modifications;
-
89/336 EEC
of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
modifications.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is
easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.

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Location
This appliance is designed to be built-in to a space
having the dimensions given in Fig. 2.
Fig. 2
The height of the appliance can be altered if
required by means of adjustable feet situated at its
base (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3
100-170
446
820-870
547
550
450
820 870
D506
D507
Door reversibility
Removethetwo screwswhichfixthe upperhingeto
the door.
Carefully lean the appliance on its back and remove
the plastic insert (Fig. 4).
Fig. 4
Removethetwoscrewswhichfixthelowerhingeto
the door.
Remove the four screws which fix the lower hinge
to the base of the appliance and remove the hinge
itself; be very careful to recover all the screws.
Remove the four screws that fix the upper hinge to
the appliance and remove the hinge itself.
Take the hinge removed from the upper part of the
appliance on the opposite side (see Fig. 5), and,
using the screws removed from the lower part, fix it
to the base of the appliance itself.
Remove and refit the other hinge on the upper part
of the appliance on the opposite side.
Fix the two front screws into the upper and lower
hinges (Fig. 5).
Fig. 5
Finally, check the alignment of the door and make
sure it closes properly.
After having reversed the opening direction of the
door, discard the original plastic insert removed and
fit the insert supplied with the appliance on the
opposite side.
D447
D510

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Fitting a decorative door panel
Important: The components needed to fit the decorative
panel have been pre-fitted on the appliance.
The brackets are secured to the panel by means of the 7
Ø 3.5x13 screws supplied.
Before starting to fit the panel, remove the large top
bracket by unscrewing the screws and adjusting pins
pre-fitted on the appliance door. The small bottom
bracket need not be removed.
Place the appliance in the position where it is to be
built in (Fig. 6).
The appliance is fitted with adjustable feet; screw
the front and rear feet in or out to adjust the height
of the appliance to that of the recess.
Keeping the appliance central in the recess, slide it
in until its back touches the wall.
With a tape measure (or similar instrument),
measure distance (A) between the top edge of the
door and the top edge of the decorative panel,
placing it next to the recess.
Fig. 6
Lay the panel face down (Fig. 7). Position the top
bracket on the panel, making sure that there is an
equal distance between it and the sides and that its
distance from the top edge is equal to distance (A)
less 1 cm.
Secure the bracket with the screws supplied.
Take care not to damage the front face of the panel
whilst working.
Fig. 7
D467
= =
A
D468
A
-1cm
=
=
Insert the adjusting pins (B-Fig. 8) into their
locations in the door and screw them in.
Fig. 8
Hook the decorative panel onto the top part of the
door, inserting the pins (B) (on the door) into the
elongated holes (1) (in the top bracket fitted to the
panel) (Fig. 9).
Insert the securing screws (C) through elongated
holes (2) and fix the panel without tightening the
screws (Fig. 9).
Fig. 9
D532
B
D533
1
B
2
C

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Once the top of the panel has been correctly
positioned, fix it through the holes in the bottom
bracket, without tightening the screws (Fig. 10).
Fig. 10
Check the position again by slackening the screws
and pins then, once the best position has been
obtained, fully tighten all the fixings.
Cover the visible part of the top bracket on the
panel with plastic cover (D), inserting it in the
locations provided in the bracket.
Fig. 11
D471
D472
D
Once the door has ben correctly aligned, tighten the
holding nuts on the fixing brackets and attach the
appliance to the adjacent units and the bottom of
the work surface (Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
For a correct installation operation if the base plate
is more than 100 mm (for cavity height 820 mm) or
more than 150 mm (for cavity height 870 mm) you
must cut out the plate as shown in Fig. 13.
Fig. 13
D517
450
D593

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YOUR APPLIANCE
A
- Freezing fresh foods
B
- Frozen food storage
C
- Freezer calendar
B
A
3
6
9
12
C

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OPERATION
Fig. 14
0
4
2
6
1
3
5
A
B
DC
This 4-star ( ) freezer is suitable for the
storage of commercially frozen food marked with
2 - 4 stars. The normal operating temperature of
–18
°
C is suitable for long term storage of frozen
food. Pre-packaged, commercially frozen food is
normally suitable for storage of up to 3 months,
unless otherwise stated by the manufacturer. This
appliance is also suitable for freezing fresh food.
The top basket should be used to freeze fresh food.
The controls
(See Fig. 14)
The control panel is situated at the base of the
appliance, and can be seen under the door.
A. Mains On button
The green mains on button is illuminated
continuously, to show that the appiiance is on.
B. Thermostat Control
Turn the thermostat control knob clockwise to the
required setting, which is 3-4.
C. Red temperature alarm indicator light
The red temperature alarm light will come on as
soon as the freezer is plugged in, or when it has
been filled with fresh food until it reaches the
correct temperature. This light will come on when
the temperature rises above normal in the cabinet.
D. Fast freeze button
When you place fresh food in the appliance, you
press the fast freeze button; the length of time you
need to leave the appliance on fast freeze. depends
on the weight of food.
Frozen food storage
Your appliance has the following frozen food net
storage volume: 62 litres.
Operate the fast freeze switch BEFORE placing
fresh food to be frozen in the freezer.
Place fresh food to be frozen in the top basket; food
is completely frozen 24 hours later.
When the food is completely frozen it can be
transferred to one of the other 2 baskets. If a very
smallquantityoffreshfoodistobefrozen,itisNOT
necessary to adjust the thermostat control in
advance. Always ensure that air can circulate
around the food to be frozen; this will help it to
freeze quicker.
Do not allow fresh food which is to be frozen, touch
food which is already frozen.
During the freezing process, please make sure that
the door remains closed.
Important
If the temperature of frozen food rises because of:
a) Non compliance with manufacturer’s
recommendations,
b) Electric power failure,
c) Defrosting,
then recommended storage life may be reduced and
storage times may not apply.
Frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally
should either be used immediately or thrown away.
Alternatively if the food is uncooked and has not
beencompletelydefrosteditcanbecookedandthen
refrozen.

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Ice making
Fill the ice tray with fresh drinking water to just
below the top of each cube compartment and place
in the top compartment where it will freeze quickly.
To release the ice cubes. twist the ice tray along its
length and the cubes will come out. They can then
be stored in a container to use at a later date.
Thawing
Thaw frozen food in the fridge or at room
temperature, depending on the time available.
Some small items may be cooked from frozen, but
please allow extra time for cooking.
Any frozen food which has defrosted accidentally
should either be consumed as soon as possible or
thrown away. If the thawed food is uncooked and
has not been completely defrosted, it can be cooked
and refrozen.
DEFROSTED FOOD MUST NEVER BE
REFROZEN
Importants points to remenber...
DO...
* Label the food stored in your freezer, and use in
date order, ensuring that you are consuming food
at its best.
* Leave the door ajar when the freezer is not in
use.
DO NOT...
* Usea SHARPINSTRUMENTtoremoveiceand
frost.
Note
1. Do not place sealed containers of carbonated
liquids such as fizzy drinks into the freezer as it
creates pressure on the container which may
cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the
freezer.
2. Water ices and ice lollies should not be consumed
immediately after removal from the freezer as it
may result in low temperature skin abrasions.
Freezing fresh food
The maximum quantity of food you can freeze in 24
hours is 9 kg. Run for 3 - 4 hours before loading with
food. After 24 hours the food will be fully frozen.
Note
Aim to check dates on packets and rotate food
regularly. Although storage longer than
recommended is not harmful, flavours and textures
begin to deteriorate.
Warning
Do NOT remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or "frost/freezer" burns.
Helpful hints when buying food
1. Always ensure that fresh food you purchase is of
a good quality and in prime condition.
2. Shop at a reliable source and buy the "freshest"
looking packages; avoid shopworn labels or
produce covered in dust.
3. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it
straight away. The use of insulated containers is
advisable.Whenyou arrive homeplacethefrozen
food in the freezer immediately.

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Defrosting
The frost should be occasionally removed using
either a stiff bristle brush or a plastic scraper.
Heavy frosting (about 1/4" thick) will reduce the
freezer's efficiency and complete defrosting should
be carried out at this stage.
It is preferable to defrost the freezer when there is
little or no food in it. The procedure is as follows:
Any remaining frozen food should be placed in
newspaper, wrapped in blankets and stored in a
cardboard box which you should then put in a cool,
dry place, or put the food in another freezer.
Then turn the mains on indicator light switch OFF.
Defrosting can be speeded up by putting bowls of
hot (NOT boiling) water on the shelves of the
freezer.
When the ice has melted, remove the water
collected in the base of the freezer.
After defrosting, clean and dry the interior of the
freezer, plug the appliance in and turn on the mains
on indicator light switch and the fast freeze switch.
Replace the frozen food and check that the
thermostat is at the correct setting.
* Please note:
If the temperature of the frozen food is allowed to
rise during defrosting, its storage life may be
shortened.
Starting
Before the appliance is installed into the recess plug
into the mains and switch on. Check that the mains
on light comes on and the control dial is correctly
set. (See "The controls") .You will hear the
compressor start up.
Normal sound
It is quite normal for refrigerators and freezers to
make a certain amount of noise. The noise level will
vary according to where the cabinet is positioned.
Noise and vibration can arise if the cabinet is
unsteadyorisclose uptosomeother fitment suchas
a sink unit or dishwasher.
Refrigeration system. A faint gurgling or bubbling
sound can be heard when the refrigerant is pumped
through the coils of tubing at the rear or cooling
system.
Compressor. When the refrigerant is pumped round, a
whirring or pulsating noise may be heard from the
compressor.
Thermostat. The compressor is started and stopped
by the thermostat. A click can be heard when the
thermostat cuts in and out.
Important notice
In line with our continuing policy of research and
development we reserve the right to alter models
and specifications without prior notice.
This instruction booklet is accurate at the date of
printing but will be superseded and should be
disregarded if specifications or appearance are
changed.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been
removed from many pre-prepared foods. This together
with the changes in shopping habits to a once-a-week
shop, mean that safe handling and storage of food is
even more important than ever.
The following tips should help you to ensure that the
food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible.
ªKeep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your freezer as short as possible.
Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of
orange juice rose to 22°C in an hour between the
supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to
get down to 7°C in the refrigerator.
ªKeep the freezer door closed as much as possible.
Remember that warm air is flowing in as you are
deciding what to have for tea!
ªDo not push food together too much, try to allow
air circulate around each item.
ªCool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOTplaceinthefreezer until cool. (Leave foodin
a place as cool as possible in order that it can then
be placed in the freezer as soon as possible).
ªDo not store food uncovered.
ªThe best way to defrost food is to put it in the
refrigerator to thaw slowly.
ªEnsure that food placed in the freezer is dated
and labelled and used in date order to ensure that
food is consumed at its best.
ªIt is important that food is used before its “best
before” date.
ªAlways wash your hands with soapy water and
dry them with a clean towel before handling food.
ªKeep work surfaces clean and avoid cross
contamination by not using the same work
surface or knife, without washing them
thoroughly in between.
ªUse kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning
up food. If you use a dishcloth, be sure to boil it
frequently.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried
out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the
ELECTRICITY supply.
Internal cleaning
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water
and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
NEVER USE DETERGENTS, ABRASIVE
POWDERS, HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING
PRODUCTS OR WAX POLISHES, TO CLEAN
THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE
THE SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG
SMELL.
When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all
foods and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar
to prevent unpleasant smells.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG?
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service Force
Centre, check the following points:
The appliance does not work...
Check that:
ªThere is power at the socket.
ªEnsure that there is not a power cut by checking
the household lights.
ªThe fuse has not blown.
ªThe air circulation passages are not covered.
Vibration or abnormal noises...
ªYou may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils
of tubing at the rear, to the cooling
plate⁄evaporator or to the fixed freezer shelves.
When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is
beingpumpedround,andyouwill hearawhirring
or pulsating noise from the compressor.
A thermostat controls the compressor, and you
will hear a faint “click” when the thermostat cuts
in and out.
Other points to check...
Check that:
ªHave you turned the thermostat to the correct
setting?
ªHas the door been left open causing the
temperature to rise?
ªSometimes the freezer door will be difficult to
openshortlyafteryouhaveclosedit.Don’tworry
this is due to pressure difference which will
quickly equalise and allow the door to open
normally.
If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre, whose
address can be found in the accompanying
Customer Care Booklet, and can also be found in
your local telephone directory under «Z».
In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above
checks have been made as the engineer will make a
charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical
breakdown.
Please note that proof of purchase is required for any
in-guarantee service calls.
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service
Centre, make a note of the model and serial number.
This information can be found on the rating plate
situated inside the cabinet behind the bottom
fridge/freezer drawer.
SERVICE DETAILS - ADHESIVE LABEL
When you return your guarantee card to Zanussi
Ltd., you will receive an Appliance Guarantee and
Maintenance Record Card together with an
adhesive label. The label can be stuck to the
machine or adjacent furniture.

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PEACE OF MIND FOR TWENTYFOUR MONTHS
Zanussi standard guarantee conditions
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and
other legal rights which will not be excluded or in
any way diminished by the return of this guarantee
card.
We, Zanussi Ltd., undertake that if, within twelve
months of the date of the purchase, this ZANUSSI
appliance or any part thereof is proved to be
defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or
materials, we will, at our option, repair or replace
the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour,
materials or carriage on condition that:
ª
The appliance has been correctly installed and
used only on the electricity supply stated on the
rating plate.
ª
The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s operating and maintenance
instructions.
ª
The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any
person not authorised by us.
All service work under this guarantee must be
undertaken by a Zanussi Service Centre.
Home visits are made between
8.30am
and 5.30pm
Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside
these hours in which case a
premium
will be charged.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall
become our property.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
ª
Damage or calls resulting from transportation,
improper use or neglect, the replacement of any
light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
ª
Costs incurred for calls to put right machines
improperly installed or calls to machines outside
the United Kingdom.
ª
Appliancesfoundto be inusewithina commercial
environment, plus those which are the subject of
rental agreements.
ª
Products of Zanussi manufacture which are NOT
marketed by Zanussi Ltd.
ª
EU Countries - The standard guarantee is
applicable but is subject to the owner’s
responsibility and cost to ensure the appliance
meets the standards set by the country to which
theproductistaken. The ZanussiCompanyinthe
country concerned will be pleased to advise
further. Sight of your purchase receipt will be
required by them.
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