Zanussi ZFC 85 L User manual

ZANUSSI
RE F R IGERATOR
ZFC 85 L
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

■ HUB —
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.
General Safety
■ This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.
■ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
this product in any way.
■ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
■ Before defrosting, cleaning or maintenance work
is carried out, be sure to switch off the appliance
and unplug it.
■ Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or “frost/ffeezer bums”.
■ Ice lollies can cause “frost/freezer bums” if
consumed straight from the freezer.
Service / Repair
■ Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
■ This product should be serviced by an authorised
ZANUSSI Service Centre, and only genuine spare
parts should be used.
■ 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 Centre and always insist on
genuine spare parts.
Use
■ ZANUSSI domestic refrigerators, freezers and
fridge/freezers are designed to be used specifically
for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
■ Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has
thawed out.
■ 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.
■ 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 forced off
the lining or shelves. Solid ice should be allowed
to thaw, when defrosting the appliance. See
Defrost instmctions.
■ Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
Installation
■ 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.
■ 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
instmctions.
■ The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
■ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
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■ This appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone layer, in either its
refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The
appliance shall not be discarded together with
the urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid damaging
the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the
heat exchanger. Information on your local
disposal sites may be obtained from your
municipal authorities.
The materials used on this appliance marked
with the symbol ^ are recyclable.
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.
04/97
2222 063 - 23/1
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CONTENTS
Description of the appiiance 5
Instaiiation 6
■ Positioning 6
■ Rear spacers 6
■ The electrical connections 7
Technicai specification 8
■ Door reversal directions 9
Operation io
■ Setting the temperature 10
Heaith and safety guideiines 11
■ Fresh food refrigeration 12
■ Positioning the door shelves 12
■ Use and features of the «CRISP’N FRESH»
filter 13
■ Cleaning the filter 13
■ Cool check temperature guide 14
■ Starting the appliance 14
■ Everyday use of the cool check temperature
guide 14
■ Defrosting 15
Maintenance and cleaning 16
■ Internal cleaning 16
■ External cleaning 16
■ When the appliance is not in use, Interior light 16
What happens if something goes
wrong? 17
Guarantee conditions 18
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
A - Dairy compartment
B - Shelf with egg trays
C - Can storage shelf
D - Bottle storage shelf
E - Salad drawers
F - Glass shelf (for storing fresh meat)
G - Crisp’n fresh filter
H - Cool check temperature guide
I - Storage shelves
J - Meat box
K - Thermostat control
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I
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. _
Depending upon the position which you choose for
your appliance, you may wish to reverse the way in
which the door opens. To do this, refer to instructions
on “Door reversal directions” paragraph.
Positioning
This appliance is designed to operate in ambient
temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 32°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.
You should also ensure that air can circulate freely
around the back and the top of the cabinet. There must
also be at least 100 mm (4”) distance between the top
of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture.
There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of the
appliance. Do not obstruct the space underneath. The
back of the cabinet may be placed close to the wall
but must not touch it. DO NOT install in places with
restricted ventilation.
Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the
adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet
using your fingers or a spanner (see Fig. la).
Rear spacers
The plastic bag containing all relevant documentation
also contains two spacers to be fitted into special
holes in the back of the appliance.
Fit the spacers into the holes, taking care to ensure
that the arrow (A) is positioned as shown in Fig. 2.
Then turn them through 45° (arrow (A) vertical) until
they lock into place.
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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.
A 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
suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and
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. 3
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 is
lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured
insert at the base of the plug.
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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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
124 cm
Width
54 cm
Depth
57 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
220-240 V / 50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
120 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY*
0.70 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
2301
NET CAPACITY
2281
* 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.
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Fig. 4
Door reversal directions
Before carrying out the operations described below,
pull out the mains plug from the wall socket.
To carry out this reversal go through the following
steps:
Gently lay the fridge on its back with the top held
away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of
packing;
Remove bottom hinge (3), pin (1) and screw (2);
Slide the door out from pin (5), unscrew the pin and
refit it on the opposite side;
Unscrew the foot on the left hand side and refit it on
the opposite side;
Remove the two screws which mask the holes for
fixing the hinge from the left hand side;
Refit the door and the lower hinge (turning it 180°),
the pin (1) and the screw (2) as shown in Fig. 4a;
Remove the handle (6) and refit it on the opposite
side.
Attention
After completion of the door reversibility operation,
verify that the door gasket is adherent to the cabinet.
If the ambient temperature is cold (i.e. in Winter), the
gasket may not fit perfectly to the cabinet. In that
case, wait for the natural fitting of the gasket or
accelerate this process by heating up the part involved
with a normal hairdrier.
Fig. 4a
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OPERATION (g|)
Setting the temperature
The temperature inside the refrigerator is regulated by
a thermostat with 6 temperature positions and one
«OFF» (O) position.
Position 1 = minimum coldness
Position 6 = maximum coldness
Turn the thermostat dial to the required position; the
intermediate position is usually the most suitable
(3-4).
The thermostat setting can vary as the temperature
inside the refrigeration compartment depends on the
following factors:
- room temperature
- how often the door is opened
- how much food is stored
- position of the appliance
Important
If the fridge is not defrosting correctly, it is possible
that because a very low temperature has been
selected, the motor is working continuously, which
prevents the defrost cycle from operating.
To ensure correct defrosting, a lower number should
be selected on the thermostat and you should notice
that the motor cuts out from time to time, which is
correct.
If you wish to return to a lower temperature, turn the
thermostat to a higher number, however you should
turn the setting lower occasionally to allow automatic
defrosting.
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A
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.
■ Keep the time between buying chilled food and
placing it in your fridge 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.
■ Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as
possible. Remember that warm air is flowing in as
you are deciding what to have for tea!
■ Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
■ Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do
NOT place in the refrigerator until cool. (Leave
food in a place as cool as possible in order that it
can then be placed in the refrigerator as soon as
possible).
■ Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be
in separate containers. Take care not to let the meat
juices drip onto other food. If the meat does drip,
remove everything and clean thoroughly.
■ Do not store food uncovered.
■ Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and
clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate of
soda in warm water (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
■ Never allow spillages to dry and harden.
■ Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the
refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped
eggs.
■ Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to
ensure that it is clean and free from bits and pieces.
■ Always wash your hands with soapy water and dry
them with a clean towel before handling food.
■ Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross
contamination by not using the same work surface
or knife, without washing them thoroughly in
between.
■ Use kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning up
food. If you use a dishcloth, be sure to boil it
frequently.
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Fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance, do not store warm
food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator; do
cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong
flavour.
Do not cover the shelves with any protective material,
such as paper, cardboard or plastic, which may
obstruct the air circulation through them.
To help you use your refrigerator correctly, here are
some more useful hints:
Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & wild fowl): wrap in
polythene bags and place on top of the salad crispers.
Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one
or two days at the most.
Fruit & vegetables; these should be thoroughly
cleaned and placed in the bottom salad crispers.
Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special
airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or
polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be
stored in the bottle rack on the door.
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with
runners so that shelves can be positioned as desired.
Positioning the door shelves
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes,
the door shelves can be adjusted in height.
To do this proceed as per Fig. 6.
Fig. 6
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Fig. 7
Use and features of the «CRISP’N
FRESH» filter
“Crisp’N Fresh” is the glass shelf on top of the salad
crispers which is fitted with special removable green
filters.
These filters allow cool air from the fridge to circulate
through the drawers but help prevent moisture loss.
By retaining moisture in foods such as fresh fruit,
vegetables and salad they are kept fresher for longer.
Cleaning the filter
The filter is held by two small support frames which
press into position and are therefore easily removed
for cleaning. To do this, turn the glass shelf upside
down and release the frames as shown in Fig. 8. The
filters and the glass cover can be washed gently in
warm soapy water, they should not be put in the
dishwasher.
Fig. 8
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Cool check temperature guide
This model has a cool check temperature guide fitted
to a shelf in the fridge compartment. The guide is
designed to show whether the fridge is operating at
safe temperatures for all food types. The guide
consists of a temperature sensitive strip sealed in the
shelf trim.
When the fridge is operating at the safe temperature to
store food, the guide will appear black. If the
temperature in the fridges rises the guide will show
the words TOO WARM. The temperature in the fridge
may rise if the door has just been opened, the fridge
has just been loaded with shopping or if the room
temperature is higher than normal. See “Everyday use
of the temperature guide” for further information.
The shelf with Cool Check temperature guide must be
placed in the fridge according to the instructions
located on the fridge wall and always ensure the guide
is at the front.
When cleaning the shelf take care not to immerse the
guide in water and wipe any spills from the holder
quickly.
zh Important
The guide is only suitable for use in the model
supplied and accurate temperature guidance cannot be
guaranteed if transferred to other appliances. The
g uide will not work in the freezer compartment.
Starting the appliance
Check that the shelf with the Cool Check is positioned
correctly (as described previously). Close the door
and leave the appliance overnight to allow the
temperature to reach a safe level.
If after waiting overnight the temperature guide still
shows TOO WARM, adjust the thermostat to a higher
number, close the door and allow to stand overnight.
A higher thermostat setting may be required to keep
the fridge temperature at the safe storage level during
warmer weather.
For more information on starting you appliance, see
“Operation”.
Everyday use of the cool check
temperature guide
During everyday use a fridge door is opened many
times and as a result temperature fluctuation may
occur. A Zanussi fridge is designed to cope with any
changes in temperature but under certain conditions
the temperarnre guide in the appliance may show
TOO WARM.
What to do if the Cool Check temperature guide
shows TOO WARM
The Cool Check guide may show TOO WARM if;
1. The fridge is switched off.
ACTION: Start the appliance in accordance with
the instructions.
2. The fridge door has recently been opened or is
left open for more than approximately one
minute.
ACTION: As mentioned before the temperature
guide is sensitive to changes in fridge temperature
and opening the fridge door for prolonged periods
may cause the guide to show TOO WARM. This
should not cause concern as such fluctuations in
temperature do not generally affect the safe storage
of food.
Leave the fridge door closed for as long as possible
so the temperature returns to a safe level, the guide
should then appear black.
3. The fridge has been loaded with fresh shopping.
ACTION: When fresh shopping or additional
quantities of food are placed in the fridge, the
temperature may rise and cause the guide to show
TOO WARM.
Do not adjust the thermostat as the time taken for
the guide to appear black will depend on the
quantity and the temperature of food introduced.
4. The fridge temperature is above the
recommended maximum for the safe storage of
all food types.
ACTION: To lower the fridge temperature, adjust
the thermostat, then leave the appliance overnight
before checking the guide again.
5. If the guide is still showing TOO WARM, adjust
the thermostat again, to a colder setting, and leave
the appliance overnight before checking the guide
again.
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Defrosting
The refrigerator automatically defrosts every time the
compressor stops. The water is discharged, via the
pipe, into a tray located at the back of the appliance
above the compressor, where it evaporates.
Important
To avoid defrost water overflowing into the fridge,
periodically clean the water discharge hole in the
centre of the V shaped drip collector at the back of the
refrigerator compartment behind the fruit and
vegetable drawer. Use the defrost cleaner provided
which you will find already inserted into the discharge
hole (Fig. 9)._
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING (ID
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.
A 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.
Clean the drain hole of the water trough at regular
intervals and make sure that the drain hole is never
obstructed, so that the defrost water may flow freely.
External cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do
NOT use abrasive products.
Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grill)
and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with
a brush or vacuum cleemer, see Fig. 10.
Fig. 10
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 doors ajar
to prevent unpleasant smells.
Interior light
The light bulb inside the refrigerator compartment can
be reached as follows:
■ unscrew the light cover securing screws;
■ unhook the moving part by pressing it as shown in
the figure.
If the door is open and the light does not come on,
check that the bulb is properly screwed in; if it still
does not work, replace the bulb with one of the same
power.
The maximum rating is shown on the light cover.
Replace the light cover by sliding it into its original
position and replacing the screw.
You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched
OFF. An accumulation of dust will affect the
performance of the appliance and cause excessive
electricity consumption.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG? (g|)
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service Centre, check the following points:
The appliance does not work...
Check that:
■ There is power at the socket.
■ Ensure that there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
■ The fuse has not blown.
■ The air circulation passages are not covered.
■ The thermostat dial is in the correct position.
Vibration or abnormal noises...
■ You 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. When the
compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped round,
and you will hear a whirring 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.
Traces of water on the bottom
of the fridge compartment...
■ The defrosting water discharge hole is not obstructed.
The light does not come on...
■ The bulb is fitted correctly.
■ Replace the bulb if it has blown.
Fridge does not defrost...
■ The thermostat setting is not too high (see page 10).
Other points to check...
■ Have you turned the thermostat to the correct setting?
■ Have door been left open causing the temperamre to
rise?
If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Zanussi Service Centre, whose address can be found
in the accompanying Customer Care Booklet, euid can also be found in your local telephone directory under «Z».
Please make sure you give the model and serial number of the appliance. This information can be found on the
rating plate inside the fridge compartment on the left side behind the vegetable drawer, or on the guarantee
certificate.
Original spare parts can be purchased from Zanussi Service Centres.
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 caUs.
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 TWELVE MONTHS (gg)
Zanussi standard guarantee
conditions
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and
other legal rights.
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:
■ The appliance has been correctly installed and
used only on the electricity supply stated on the
rating plate.
■ The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s operating and maintenance
instructions.
■ 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 8.30ani 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:
■ Damage or calls resulting from transportation,
improper use or neglect, the replacement of any
light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
■ Costs incurred for calls to put right machines
improperly installed or calls to machines outside
the United Kingdom.
■ Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are the subject of
rental agreements.
■ Products of Zanussi manufacture which are NOT
marketed by Zanussi Ltd.
■ 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 the
product is taken. The Zanussi Company in the
country concerned will be pleased to advise
further. Sight of your purchase receipt will be
required by them.
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