Hotpoint F 99 C.1 IX AUS User Manual

Operating Instructions

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GB

English, 1

F 99 C.1 AUS
F 99 C.1 IX AUS

Contents

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Installation, 2-3

Positioning
Electrical connection
Technical data

Description of the appliance, 4

Overall view
Control panel
Display

Start-up and use, 5

Setting the clock
Setting the timer
Starting the oven

Cooking modes, 6-8

Cooking modes
Programming cooking
Practical cooking advice
Cooking advice table

Precautions and tips, 9

General safety
Disposal
Respecting and conserving the environment

Care and maintenance, 10

Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Cleaning the oven door
Replacing the light bulb

Assistance, 11

Installation

560 m

m

.

45 mm.

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! Before operating your new appliance please read
this instruction booklet carefully. It contains
important information concerning the safe operation,
installation and maintenance of the appliance.

! Please keep these operating instructions for future
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of
the appliance.

Positioning

! Keep packaging material out of the reach of
children.
It can become a choking or suffocation hazard. (see
Precautions and tips).

! The appliance must be installed by a qualified
professional in accordance with the instructions
provided. Incorrect installation may cause harm to
people and animals or may damage property.

Built-in appliance

Use the appropriate cabinet to ensure that the
appliance functions properly.

 The panels adjacent to the oven must be made of

heat-resistant material.

Ventilation

To ensure adequate ventilation is provided, the back
panel of the cabinet must be removed. It is
advisable to install the oven so that it rests on two
strips of wood, or on a completely flat surface with
an opening of at least 45 x 560 mm (see diagrams).

Centring and fixing

Position the 4 tabs on the side of the oven, in line
with the 4 holes on the outer frame. Adjust the tabs
according to the thickness of the cabinet side panel,
as shown below:

20 mm thick: take off the
removable part of the tab
(see diagram).

 Cabinets with a veneer exterior must be

assembled with glues which can withstand
temperatures of up to 100°C.

 to install the oven under the counter (see diagram)

or in a kitchen unit, the cabinet must have the
following dimensions:

.

in

. m

m

m

7

4

5

567 mm.

45 mm.

558 mm.

593 mm.

23 mm.

595 mm.

5 mm.

595 mm.

545 mm.

24 mm.

! The appliance must not come into contact with
electrical parts once it has been installed.
The indications for consumption given on the data
plate have been calculated for this type of
installation.

18 mm thick: use the first
groove, which has already
been set in the factory
(see diagram).

16 mm thick: use the second
groove (see diagram).

Secure the appliance to the cabinet by opening the
oven door and inserting 4 screws into the 4 holes on
the outer frame.

! All parts which ensure the safe operation of the
appliance must not be removable without the aid of
a tool.

2

Electrical connection

! Ovens equipped with a three-pole power supply
cable are designed to operate with alternating
current at the voltage and frequency indicated on
the data plate located on the appliance (see below).

Fitting the power supply cable

1. Open the terminal
board by inserting a
screwdriver into the
side tabs of the cover.
Use the screwdriver as
a lever by pushing it
down to open the cover
(see diagram).

2. Loosen the cable
clamp screw and

remove it, using a
screwdriver as a lever
(see figure).

3. Remove the wire
contact screws L-N­, then fasten the wires
under the screw heads,
respecting the colour
code: Blue (N), Brown
(L) and Yellow-Green
Verde (

Connecting the electricity supply cable to the mains

Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load
indicated on the data plate (see table).
The appliance must be directly connected to the mains
using an omnipolar switch with a minimum contact
opening of 3 mm installed between the appliance and
the mains. The switch must be suitable for the charge
indicated and must comply with current electrical
regulations (the earthing wire must not be interrupted
by the switch). The supply cable must be positioned
so that it does not come into contact with temperatures
higher than 50°C at any point.

! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical
connection has been made and that it is fully
compliant with safety regulations.

Before connecting the appliance to the power
supply, make sure that:

 The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant

with the law.

 The socket can withstand the maximum power of

the appliance, which is indicated on the data
plate (see below).

).

 The voltage is in the range between the values

indicated on the data plate (see below).

 The socket is compatible with the plug of the

appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the
plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it.
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power
supply cable and the electrical socket must be
easily accessible.

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced

by authorised technicians only (see Assistance).

! The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.

TABLE OF CHARACTERISTICS

width 43.5 cm

Dim ension s

Volume

Electrical

connections

height 32 cm
depth 41.5 cm

58 l

voltage: 240 V~ 50/60Hz maximum
power absorbed 2800 W (see data
plate)

Directive 2002/40/EC on the label of
electric ovens. Standard EN 50304

ENERGY
LABEL

Energy consumption for Natural
convection – heating mode:
Traditional mode

Declared energy consumption for
Forced convection Class – heating
mode: Baking

This appliance conforms to the
following European Economic
Community directives: 2006/95/EEC
dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and
subsequent amendments ­89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments ­93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and
subsequent amendments.
2002/96/EC

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3

Description
of the appliance

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Overall view

Control panel

Control panel

GRILL

DRIPPING PAN

SELECTOR
Knob

DISPLAY

GUIDES for the
sliding racks

position 5

position 4
position 3
position 2
position 1

THERMOSTAT

knob

Display

4

Preheating

indicator

LIGHT

button

TIMER

icon

TIME SETTING
button

TIMER
knob

TEMPERATURE

and TIME digits

CLOCK

icon

END OF COOKING
icon

DURATION
icon

Start-up and use

! The first time you use your appliance, heat the

empty oven with its door closed at its maximum
temperature for at least half an hour. Ensure that the
room is well ventilated before switching the oven off
and opening the oven door. The appliance may emit
a slightly unpleasant odour caused by protective
substances used during the manufacturing process
burning away.

Setting the clock

 The clock may be set when the oven is switched
off or when it is switched on, provided that a the end
time of a cooking cycle has not been programmed
previously.

1. Press the
icon and the first two digits on the display start to flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the hour value.

3. Press the
digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

4. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the minute value.

5. Press the

button several times until the

button again until the other two

button again to confirm.

complete: you may now place the food in the oven.

4. During cooking it is always possible to:

- change the cooking mode by turning the
SELECTOR knob

- change the temperature by turning the
THERMOSTAT knob

- set the cooking duration in addition to the cooking
end time
(see Cooking modes)

- stop cooking by turning the SELECTOR knob to the
0 position.

5. The oven switches off automatically after two
hours: this default period of time is set for all
cooking modes for safety reasons.
The cooking duration may be changed
(see Cooking modes).

6. If a blackout occurs while the oven is already in
operation, an automatic system within the appliance
will reactivate the cooking mode from where it was
interrupted as long as the temperature has not
dropped below a certain level. Programmed cooking
modes which have not started will not be restored
and must be reprogrammed.

! There is no preheating stage for the FAST
COOKING and BARBECUE modes.

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Setting the timer

 This function does not interrupt cooking and does
not affect the oven; it is simply used to activate the
buzzer when the set amount of time has elapsed.

1. Press the
icon and the three digits on the display begin to
flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the minute value.

3. Press the
The display will then show the time as it counts
down. When this period of time has elapsed the
buzzer will be activated.

button several times until the

button again to confirm.

Starting the oven

1. Select the desired cooking mode by turning the
SELECTOR knob.

2. The oven begins its preheating stage and the
preheating indicator lights up.
The temperature may be changed by turning the
THERMOSTAT knob

3. When the preheating indicator
and a buzzer sounds the preheating process is

switches off

! Never put objects directly on the bottom of the
oven; this will avoid the enamel coating being
damaged.

! Always place cookware on the rack(s) provided.

Cooling ventilation

In order to cool down the external temperature of the
oven, a cooling fan blows a stream of air between
the control panel and the oven door. In the FAST
COOKING mode, the fan is activated automatically
after ten minutes. In the BAKING mode, the cooling
fan is only activated when the oven is hot.

! Once cooking has been completed, the cooling fan
continues to operate until the oven has cooled down
sufficiently.

Oven light

When the oven is not in operation, the lamp can be

switched on at any time by pressing the button

.

5

Cooking modes

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Cooking modes

! All cooking modes have a default cooking

temperature which may be adjusted manually
between 40°C and 250°C as desired.
In the BARBECUE mode, the default power level
value is indicated as a percentage (%) and may also
be adjusted manually.

TRADITIONAL OVEN mode

When using this traditional cooking mode, it is best
to use one cooking rack only. if more than one rack
is used, the heat will be distributed unevenly.

MULTI-COOKING mode

Since the heat remains constant throughout the
oven, the air cooks and browns food in a uniform
manner. A maximum of two racks may be used at
the same time.

BARBECUE mode

By turning the THERMOSTAT knob, the different
power levels which may be set will appear on the
display; these range between 50% and 100%. The
high and direct temperature of the grill is
recommended for food which requires a high surface
temperature. Always cook in this mode with the oven
door closed.

GRATIN mode

This combination of features increases the
effectiveness of the unidirectional thermal radiation
provided by the heating elements through forced
circulation of the air throughout the oven.
This helps prevent food from burning on the surface
and allows the heat to penetrate right into the food.
Always cook in this mode with the oven door closed.

FAST COOKING mode

Preheating is not necessary for this cooking mode.
This mode is particularly suitable for cooking pre­packed food quickly (frozen or pre-cooked). The
best results are achieved using one cooking rack
only.

PROVING mode

The oven reaches and maintains a temperature of
40°C irrespective of the position of the
THERMOSTAT knob. This mode is ideal for
leavening dough made with yeast.

Spit roast (only available in certain models)

To operate the spit roast
function (see diagram)
proceed as follows:

1. Place the dripping pan in position 1.

2. Place the rotisserie support in position 3 and
insert the spit in the hole provided on the back panel
of the oven.

3. Start the rotisserie using the SELECTOR knob to

select mode

! When the
the door is opened.

or .

mode is activated, the spit will stop if

PIZZA OVEN mode

This combination heats the oven rapidly by producing
a considerable amount of heat, particularly from the
element at the bottom. If you use more than one rack
at a time, switch the position of the dishes halfway
through the cooking process.

BAKING mode

This mode is ideal for baking temperature sensitive
foods (such as cakes, which need to rise) and for
the preparation of bitesize pastries on 3 shelves
simultaneously.

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Programming cooking

 A cooking mode must be selected before
programming can take place.

Programming the cooking duration

1. Press the
icon and the three digits on the DISPLAY begin to
flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the duration.

3. Press the

4. When the set time has elapsed, the text END
appears on the DISPLAY, the oven will stop cooking
and a buzzer sounds.
 For example: it is 9:00 a.m. and a time of 1 hour

and 15 minutes is programmed. The programme
will stop automatically at 10:15 a.m.

Setting the end time for a cooking mode

 A cooking duration must be set before the end
cooking time can be scheduled.

button several times until the

button again to confirm.

Practical cooking advice

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! Do not place racks in position 1 and 5 during fan­assisted cooking. This is because excessive direct
heat can burn temperature sensitive foods.

! In the BARBECUE and GRATIN cooking modes,
particularly when using the rotisserie spit, place the
dripping pan in position 1 to collect cooking
residues (fat and/or grease).

MULTI-COOKING

 Use positions 2 and 4, placing the food which

requires more heat on 2.

 Place the dripping pan on the bottom and the rack

on top.

BARBECUE

 Place the rack in position 3 or 4. Position the food

in the centre of the rack.

1. Follow steps 1 to 3 to set the duration as detailed
above.

2. Next, press the
the two digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

3. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the hour value.

4. Press the
digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

5. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards + and - to
adjust the minute value.

6. Press the

7. When the set time has elapsed, the text END
appears on the DISPLAY, the oven will stop cooking
and a buzzer sounds.

Programming has been set when the
buttons are illuminated. The DISPLAY shows the
cooking end time and the cooking duration
alternately.
To cancel programming, turn the SELECTOR knob to
the 0 position.

button until the icon and

button again until the other two

button again to confirm.

and

 We recommend that the power level is set to

maximum. The top heating element is regulated
by a thermostat and may not always operate
constantly.

PIZZA OVEN

 Use a light aluminium pizza pan. Place it on the

rack provided.
For a crispy crust, do not use the dripping pan as
it prevents the crust from forming by extending
the total cooking time.

 If the pizza has a lot of toppings, we recommend

adding the mozzarella cheese on top of the pizza
halfway through the cooking process.

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Cooking advice table

Cookin g

modes

Conve cti on

Oven

Multi-cookin g

Barbe cue

Grati n

Pizza Oven

Baking mode

Fast co okin g

Proving

! The cooking times listed above are intended as guidelines only and may be modified according to personal tastes. Oven preheating times are set as standard and may not be
modified manually.

Duck
Chicken
Roast veal or beef
Roast pork
Biscuits (shortcrust pastry)
Pies / Tarts

Pizza on 2 racks
Pies on two racks/cakes on 2 racks
Sponge cake on 2 racks (on the dripping pan)
Roast chicken + potatoes
Lamb
Mackerel
Lasagne
Cream puffs on 2 racks
Biscuits on 2 racks
Cheese puffs on 2 racks
Savoury pies

Mackerel
Sole and cuttlefish
Squid and prawn kebabs
Cod fillet
Grilled vegetables
Veal steak
Sausages
Hamburgers
Toasted sandwiches (or toast)
Spit-roast chicken using rotisserie spit (where
present)
Spit-roast lamb using rotisserie spit (where present)

Grilled chicken
Cuttlefish
Spit-roast chicken using rotisserie spit (where
present)
Spit-roast duck using rotisserie spit (where present)
Roast veal or beef
Roast pork
Lamb

Pizza
Focaccia bread

Pies / Tarts
Fruit cakes
Sponge cake made with yoghurt
Small cakes on 2 racks
Sponge cake
Cream puffs on 3 racks
Biscuits on 3 racks
Filled pancakes
Meringues on 3 racks
Cheese puffs

Frozen food

Pizza
Courgette and prawn pie
Country style spinach pie
Turnovers
Lasagne
Golden Rolls
Chicken bites

Pre-cooked food

Golden chick en wings

Fresh Food

Biscuits (shortcrust pastry)
Sponge cake made with yoghurt
Cheese puffs

Rising process for dough made with yeast (brioches,
bread, sugar pie, croissants, etc.)

Foods Weight

(in kg)

1.5

1.5
1
1

-

1

1+1

1
1
1

1

0.7

0.7

0.7

0.5

0.8

0.7

4 or 5
4 or 6

1

1

1,5

1

1,5

1,5

1
1
1

0.5

0.5

0.5
1

0.7

0.7

0.6

0.7

0.7

0.8

0.5

0.5

0.3

0.4

0.5

0.3

0.5

0.4

0.4

0.4

0.3

0.6

0.2

2 1 40 30-60

Rack posit ion

Standard

guide rails

2
2
2
2
2
2

2 and 4
2 and 4
2 and 4

1 and 2/3

2

1 or 2

2
2 and 4
2 and 4
2 and 4
1 and 3

4

4

4

4

3 or 4

4

4

4

4

-

-

2

2

-

­2
2
2

2
2

2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3

2 and 4

2 or 3
1, 3 and 5
1, 3 and 5

2

1, 3 and 5

2

2
2
2
2
2
2
2

2

2
2
2

Slid in g

guide rails

1
1
1
1
1
1

1 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 3

1
1

1
1 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 3

3

3

3

3

2 or 3

3

3

3

3

-

-

2

2

-

­2
2
2

1
1

1 or 2
1 or 2
1 or 2

1 and 3

1 or 2
1, 2 and 4
1, 2 and 4

1

1, 2 and 4

1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1

1
1
1

Preheating Recommended

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No

No
No

No
No

No
No
No
No

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Temperature

(°C)

200-210
200-210

200

200-210

180
180

220-230

180

170
200-210
190-200

180
190-200

190

190

210

200

100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%

100%

210

200

210

210

210

210

210

220

200

180

180
170-180
180-190
160-170
180-190

180

200

90

210

250

200

220

200

200

180

220

200

200

180

210

Cookin g
duration

(minutes)

70-80
60-70
70-75
70-80
15-20
30-35

20-25
30-35
20-25
65-75
45-50
30-35
35-40
20-25
10-20
20-25
20-30

15-20
10-15

8-10
10-15
15-20
15-20
15-20
10-12

3-5

70-80

70-80
55-60

30-35
70-80

60-70
60-75
70-80
40-45

15-20
20-25

25-35
40-50
45-55
20-25
30-40
20-25
20-25
30-35

180

20-25

12
20

30-35

25

35
25-30
15-20

20-25

15-18

45
10-12

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Precautions and tips

! This appliance has been designed and manufactured in

compliance with international safety standards. The following
warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read
carefully.

General safety

 The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the

home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

 The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in

covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the
appliance exposed to rain and storms.

 When moving or positioning the appliance, always use the

handles provided on the sides of the oven.

 Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or

damp hands and feet.

 The appliance must be used by adults only for the

preparation of food, in accordance with the instructions
provided in this booklet.

 Do not touch the heating elemen ts or certain

parts of t he oven door when the appliance is
in u s e; t hese parts become e xtremely hot.

Keep

children well awa y from the applia n ce.

 Ensure that the power supply cables of other electrical

appliances do not come into contact with the hot parts of
the oven.

 The openings used for the ventilation and dispersion of

heat must never be covered.

 Always grip the oven door handle in the centre: the ends

may be hot.

 Always use oven gloves when placing cookware in the

oven or when removing it.

 Do not use aluminium foil to line the bottom of the oven.

 Do not place flammable materials in the oven: If the

appliance is switched on accidentally, the materials could
catch fire.

 Always make sure the knobs are in the l/

when the appliance is not in use.

 When unplugging the appliance, always pull the plug from the

mains socket; do not pull on the cable.

 Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work without

having disconnected the appliance from the electricity

¡ position

mains.

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 If the appliance breaks down, under no circumstances

should you attempt to perform the repairs yourself. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
further malfunctioning of the appliance. Contact a Service
Centre (see Assistance).

 Do not rest heavy objects on the open oven door.

 The appliance should not be operated by people (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capacities, by inexperienced individuals or by anyone who
is not familiar with the product. These individuals should, at
the very least, be supervised by someone who assumes
responsibility for their safety or receive preliminary
instructions relating to the operation of the appliance.

 Do not let children play with the appliance.

Disposal

 When disposing of packaging material: observe local legislation

so that the packaging may be reused.

 The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to Waste

Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states that
household appliances should not be disposed of using the
normal solid urban waste cycle. Exhausted appliances should
be collected separately in order to optimise the cost of re­using and recycling the materials inside the machine, while
preventing potential damage to the atmosphere and to public
health. The crossed-out dustbin is marked on all products to
remind the owner of their obligations regarding separated
waste collection. For further information relating to the correct
disposal of exhausted household appliances, owners may
contact the public service provided or their local dealer.

Respecting and conserving the
environment

 You can help to reduce the peak load of the electricity

supply network companies by using the oven in the hours
between late afternoon and the early hours of the morning.
The cooking mode programming options, the delayed
cooking mode (see Cooking modes) and delayed
automatic cleaning mode (see Care and Maintenance) in
particular, enable the user to organise their time efficiently.

 Always keep the oven door closed when using the

BARBECUE and GRATIN modes: This will achieve improved
results while saving energy (approximately 10%).

 Check the door seals regularly and wipe them clean to ensure

they are free of debris so that they adhere properly to the
door, thus avoiding heat dispersion.

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Care and maintenance

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Switching the appliance off

Disconnect your appliance from the electricity
supply before carrying out any work on it.

Cleaning the appliance

 The stainless-steel or enamel-coated external

parts and the rubber seals may be cleaned using
a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water
and neutral soap. Use specialised products for
the removal of stubborn stains. After cleaning,
rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive
powders or corrosive substances.

 The inside of the oven should ideally be cleaned

after each use, while it is still lukewarm. Use hot
water and detergent, then rinse well and dry with
a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products.

 All accessories can be washed like everyday

crockery, and are even dishwasher safe.
 Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on
the appliance.

3. (With glass panel fitted to
the inside of the door) Grip the
door on the two external sides
and close it approximately
half way. Unlock the door by

F

pressing on the clamps F,
then pull the door towards you
lifting it out of its seat (see
diagram).

To replace the door, reverse this sequence.

Inspecting the seals

Check the door seals around the oven regularly. If
the seals are damaged, please contact your nearest
After-sales Service Centre (see Assistance). We
recommend that the oven is not used until the seals
have been replaced.

Replacing the light bulb

To replace the oven light bulb:

Cleaning the oven door

Clean the glass part of the oven door using a
sponge and a non-abrasive cleaning product, then
dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough
abrasive material or sharp metal scrapers as these
could scratch the surface and cause the glass to
crack. For more thorough cleaning purposes, the
oven door may be removed:

1. Open the oven door fully
(see diagram).

2. Lift up and turn the small levers located on the

two hinges (see diagram).

F

1. Remove the glass cover of the lamp-holder.

2. Remove the light bulb and replace it with a similar
one: Wattage 25 W, cap E 14.

3. Replace the glass cover (see diagram).

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Assistance

Warning:

The appliance is fitted with an automatic diagnostic system which detects any malfunctions. Malfunctions are
displayed by messages of the following type: F followed by numbers.
Call for technical assistance should a malfunction occur.
 Never use the services of an unauthorised technician.

Please have the following information to hand:

 The type of problem encountered.
 The appliance model (Mod.).
 The serial number (S/N).
The latter two pieces of information can be found on the data plate located on the appliance.

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11

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08/2008 - 195069875.00

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