Zanussi CF 50 SI User Manual

FREEZER

CF 50 SI

2222697-01

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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CONTENTS

Instructions for the User

Important Safety Instructions 3
Description of the Appliance 4
Operation 5

Before use 5
Freezer controls 5
Starting your appliance 5
Temperature control 5
Warning light (red) 5
Freezing fresh food 5
Frozen food storage 6
Freezing calendar 6
Thawing 6
Ice making 6
Normal Operating Sounds 6

Health and Safety Guidelines 7
Defrosting 8

Maintenance and Cleaning 9

Internal cleaning 9
External cleaning 9
When the appliance is not in use 9

Something Not Working? 10
Service and Spare Parts 11
Customer Care Department 11

Guarantee Conditions 12

Instructions for the Installer

Technical Specifications 13
Installation 13

Positioning 13
Door reversal 14

Electrical Connection 15

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General Safety

■ This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its

cooling unit; maintenance and recharging
must therefore only be carried out by
authorised technicians.

■ Take utmost care when handling your

appliance so as not to cause any damages to
the cooling unit with consequent possible fluid
leakages.

■ The appliance must not be located close to

radiators or boilers.

■ Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to

direct sunlight.

■ Do not use other electrical appliances (such as

ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating
appliances.

During Use

■ This appliance is designed for domestic use only,

specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is
not intended for commercial or industrial use.

■ Attention! The worktop of this appliance is heat

resistant at max 70°C.

■ Containers with flammable gases or liquids can

leak at low temperatures. Do not store any
containers with flammable materials, such as
spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in
the freezer.

■ Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has

thawed out.

■ Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the

freezer compartment.

■ Ice lollies can cause ‘frost/freezer burns’ if

consumed straight from the freezer.

■ Do not remove items from the freezer

compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this
could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

■ Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer

as they can burst when the contents freeze.

■ Manufacturers’ recommended storage times

should be adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.

Maintenance and Cleaning

■ Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance

and disconnect from the electrical supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to Installation

■ Check the appliance for transport damage. Under

no circumstance should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact
your retailer.

Installation

■ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken

when moving it.

■ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or

attempt to modify this product in any way.

■ Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the

electrical supply cable.
Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by a cable available from the
manufacturer or your local Service Force Centre.

■ Any electrical work required to install this

appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.

■ Parts which heat up should not be exposed.

Whenever 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.

■ The appliance should be left for 2 hours after

installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.

Refrigerant

■ The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained

within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a
natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.

■ During transportation and installation of the

appliance, be certain that none of the components
of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.

■ If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:

- avoid open flames and sources of ignition.

- thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appli­ance is situated.

Child Safety

■ Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or

play with the product.

■ There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging

material away from children!

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any
of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

■ When unplugging always pull the plug from the

mains socket, do not pull on the cable.

Servicing

■ This product should be serviced by an authorised

engineer 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. Contact your local Service
Force Centre.

At the end of the Appliance Life

■ When disposing of your appliance use an

authorised disposal site.

■ Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or

catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

➀

Freezer controls

➁

Compartment for frozen

food storage

➂

Compartment for freezing

fresh food and frozen food
storage

➀

➁

➁

➂

When altering the temperature setting, allow 24 hours
for the temperature to stablise before making further
changes.

For easier turning of this control, use a small coin.

Warning light (red)

If the temperature warning light ➃lights up, it
indicates that the temperature within the freezer has
reached a level where safe food storage is no longer
ensured.
When the freezer is first switched on, the warning
light will stay on until the temperature has dropped to
a safe level for the storage of frozen food.

Freezing fresh food

In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 12 kg of
fresh food.

Activate fast freeze by depressing the fast freeze
button ➁24 hours before you want to freeze your
fresh food, the yellow light ➂illuminates. This time
can be shortened depending on the quantity of food
to be frozen. After the time has elapsed place the
food to be frozen in the top compartment of the
freezer as this is the coldest part.

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OPERATION

Before use

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.

➀

Thermostat control

➁

Fast freeze button

➂

Fast freeze light (yellow)

➀ ➁ ➂➃➄

➃

Warning light (red)

➄

Mains-on light (green)

Freezer controls

Starting your appliance

Insert the plug into the wall socket. The pilot light

➄

will light up to show that the appliance is on.

Temperature control

The temperature inside the freezer is regulated by a
thermostat with 6 temperature positions and one
«OFF» (O) position.

Position 1 = minimum cold
Position 6 = maximum cold

Turn the thermostat dial to the required position.
An intermediate position is usually the most suitable,

although the temperature will be affected by:

l

Room temperature

l

How often the door is opened

l

How much food is stored

l

Position of the appliance

In determining the correct temperature control setting
all these factors have to be considered and some
experimentation may be necessary.
To obtain a colder temperature, turn the thermostat
control to the higher numbers; to obtain a warmer
temperature turn the control to the lower numbers.

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5
4

1
2

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Freezing calendar

The symbols on the drawers show different types of
frozen goods.
The numbers indicate storage times in months for the
appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper
or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid
depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating
before freezing.

Thawing

Frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in
the fridge or at room temperature depending on the
time available. Small food items may even be cooked
from frozen; in this case cooking will take longer. Any
frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally
should either be eaten as soon as possible or thrown
away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has
not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and
then refrozen.

Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.

Frozen food storage

When you first start the freezer or if the freezer has
been out of use for some time, we advise you to run
your appliance for at least two hours in the «fast
freeze» mode before storing frozen food.

To obtain the best performance from this appliance,
we strongly recommend that you make sure that the
commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately
stored by the retailer and, furthermore, be sure that
these frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the
foodstore to your freezer in the shortest possible time
(a temperature increase of the frozen food could
shorten its storage period).

It is also advisable not to exceed the storage period
indicated by the producer of the food.

Finally, do not open the door frequently or leave it
open longer than is absolutely necessary.

Important

Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks
etc.), in the freezer.

Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after
removal from the freezer, can possibly result in
a low temperature skin burn.

Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or "frost/freezer burns".

If there is a power failure during the storage of
frozen food, do not open the door during the
whole time of the power failure. If the freezer is
fully loaded, the frozen food will not be affected if
the power cut is of short duration; otherwise, it is
recommended to consume the food within a very
short time.

Important
In the event of a power failure causing the

temperature within your freezer to rise, do
not re-freeze the food without checking its
condition. The following guidelines should
assist you:
Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked

and used up.

In the top compartment, products must only be
stacked up to the mark on the cabinet wall so as to
ensure that air circulation is not obstructed.
Once the food is completely frozen (which could take
up to 24 hours) return the fast freeze button to the
«OFF» position; the yellow light ➂goes off.

Distribute the frozen food packages in the other
compartments, so that the top compartment can be
used for a further freezing operation.
Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned
foodstuffs.
Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is already
frozen.
During the freezing process, ensure that the freezer
door remains closed.

Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without
danger.
Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up
quickly.
Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen
providing there are still ice crystals remaining
within them.
Small Joints: should be cooked and can then
be re-frozen as cooked dishes.
Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen
as a cooked dish.

If required, to accomodate large items, the wire shelf
in the central compartment can be removed to make
use of the appliance’s full volume.

Ice making

Fill each compartment of the ice tray 3/4full with water
and place it in the freezer. To release the ice cubes,
twist the tray along its length. Never use a sharp
instrument to remove ice from the tray.

Normal Operating Sounds

You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when
the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing
at the rear, to the fixed freezer shelves.

When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being
pumped round, and you will hear a whirring sound 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.

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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.

HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

■ Keep the freezer door closed as much as possible.

■ 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 freezer 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 store food uncovered.

■ The best way to defrost food is to put it in the

refrigerator to thaw slowly.

■ Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and

labelled and used in date order to ensure that food
is consumed at its best.

■ It is important that food is used before its “best

before” date.

■ 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.

■ The foods to be frozen must be fresh and of the

best quality.

■ The size of each pack should be small enough to

ensure that it is used in one go. Small packs
freeze more quickly and uniformly and give better
results.

■ Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.

Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food,
salt reduces the storage time.

■ Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing

bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal.

■ Packaging which is swollen or has traces of

refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate
that the product has not been kept at a suitable
temperature and that it may have lost its original
quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen,
it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never
exceed the storage time indicated.

■ Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy drink

in the freezer as they may explode. Containers
with a lid must not be filled to the brim.

■ Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in

the freezer next to food which is already frozen as
this could cause the temperature of the frozen
food to rise and its quality and storage life to
reduce.

The freezer compartment will become progressively
covered with frost. This should be removed with the
special plastic scraper provided, whenever the
thickness of the frost exceeds 1/4".

During this operation it is not necessary to switch off
the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the
inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out
and it is advisable to carry out this operation when the
appliance is empty.

To carry out complete defrosting proceed as follows:

1. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of
newspaper and put it in a cool place.

2. Turn the thermostat control to the «O» setting.

3. Leave the door open.

4. Introduce the plastic scraper in the appropriate

seating at the base of the cabinet as shown in the
figure and place a basin underneath to collect the
defrost water.

5. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly.

Turn the thermostat control to a medium setting
between 2 and 4 and, after letting the appliance run
for at least two hours in the «fast freeze» mode,
replace the previously removed food into the
compartments.
Do not forget to release the fast freeze switch when
you replace the food in the freezer.

Important

A temperature rise of the frozen food packs
during defrosting may shorten their storage life.
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost
from the evaporator as you could damage the
appliance beyond repair.

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DEFROSTING

D068

Before any maintenance or cleaning work is
carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from
the ELECTRICITY supply.

Warning
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its

cooling unit maintenance and recharging
must therefore only be carried out by
authorised technicians.

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.

Important
Do not use abrasive products.

External cleaning

Wash the outer cabinet door 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 cleaner, see figure.
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.

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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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

CONDENSER

COMPRESSOR

D358

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If after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Service Force Centre.
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.

Symptom Solution

No power to appliance

The temperature in the freezer is too high

The freezer door will not open

The compressor runs continuously

Excessive frost and ice has built up.

Noise

- Check there is power at the socket.

- Check there is not a power cut by checking the house
hold lights.

- Check the fuse has not blown.

- Check the thermostat control knob is turned to the

correct setting relative to ambient conditions.

- Check the ambient temperature is within the appliances

operating limits of 10°C to 32°C.
Relocate the appliance if necessary.

- Has the door just been opened?

If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalise.

- Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct tem-

perature control. See page 5.

- Check that the door is closed.

- Large quantities of food have recently been placed in

the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened.

- Check that air ventilation is not obstructed.

- Ensure the door is not left open.

- Check that nothing is preventing the door from closing.

Is the door gasket intact and clean?

- Has advised periodic defrosting been carried out?

- Refer to normal operating sounds.

SOMETHING NOT WORKING?

Before contacting your local Service Force Centre check the following points.

IMPORTANT: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or

installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.

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SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if
you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact
your local Service Force Centre by telephoning:-

08705 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the
Service Force Centre covering your post code area.

For the address of your local Service Force Centre
and further information about Service Force, please
visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk

Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you
have read the details under the heading “Something
Not Working.”

CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT

For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi
appliance or for further information on Zanussi
products, please contact our Customer Care
Department by letter or telephone at the address
below or visit our website at www.zanussi.co.uk

Customer Care Department
Zanussi
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
08705 727727 (*)

* calls to this number may be recorded for training
purposes.

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will
need to give the following details:

1. Your name, address and post code

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details of the fault

4. The model and serial number of the appliance

(found on the rating plate)

5. The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or

guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee
service calls.

Standard guarantee conditions

We, Zanussi, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of 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 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

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 Force Centre.

■ Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.

■ This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

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.

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 an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside

the United Kingdom.

■ Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental

agreements.

■ Products of Zanussi manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi.

European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home
subject to the following qualifications:

■ The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.

■ The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new

country of use for this brand or range of products.

■ This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

■ Your new home is within European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

■ The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a

normal household.

■ The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your
new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after
you and your appliance.

France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nürnberg [phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Slough [phone]

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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

13

INSTALLATION

Positioning

For this appliance to work efficiently, it must not be
located where the temperatures will fall below 10°C
(50°F) or rise above 32°C (90°F), e.g. conservatories.

For correct operation this appliance must be located in
a dry atmosphere, away from heat sources, e.g.
cookers, radiators, boilers and direct sunlight.

You should also ensure that air can circulate freely
around the back and the top of the cabinet. There
should be 100mm (4”) between the top of the cabinet
and any overhanging kitchen furniture. Alternatively
allow 50mm (2”) between the top of the cabinet and
any overhanging kitchen furniture and a gap of 25mm
(1”) on 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.

DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm

Width 49.5 cm
Depth 60 cm

POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY 220-240 V / 50 Hz
TOT ALPOWER ABSORBED 85 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY (*) 0,75 kWh

GROSS CAPACITY 100 l
NET CAPACITY 90 l
STAR RATING
(*)This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with the European Standard EN153. Actual

consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

50-100 mm10 mm

A

NP006

B

10 mm

D200

Door reversal

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:

1. Gently lay the appliance on its back with the top
held away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of
packing.

2. Remove the bottom door hinge (5).

3. Remove the door (4) by opening it and pulling it

gently downwards to remove it from the top hinge
pin (2).

4. Unscrew the top hinge pin (2) from the top hinge (1)
and replace it in the opposite hole on the left hand
side.

5. Unscrew the foot at the base (6) of the appliance
and refit it on the opposite side.

6. Refit the door and the bottom hinge (5) to the left
hand side.

7. unscrew the handle (3). Refit it on the opposite side
after having pierced the plugs with a punch. Cover
the holes left open with the plugs contained in the
documentation pack.

When positioning the bottom hinge blade on the
reverse side, the securing screws will require a
degree of exersion when fitting.
It is therefore advisable to lubricate the screw tips
before starting this operation.

Important

After completion of the door reversal operation,
verify that the door gasket is sealing onto 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
hairdryer on a low setting.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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:

Connect the Green and the 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 BS1362 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 Service Force Centre.

This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directive:

- 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and
subsequent amendments.

- 87/308 EEC of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference
suppression and subsequent amendments.

- 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic ­Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
amendments.

Please ensure that when the appliance is installed
it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event
of breakdown.

GREEN & YELLOW

BLUE

D207

13 AMP. FUSE

13 AMP

BROWN

CORD CLAMP

© Electrolux plc 2002