FREEZER
ZEUT 6173 S
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
2222696-93
¥ ManufacturersÕ recommended storage times should
be adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
At the end of the Appliance Life
¥ When disposing of your appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Maintenance and Cleaning
The symbol
on the product or on its
¥ Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical supply.
packaging indicates that this product may not be
treated as household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For
more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
¥ 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.
¥ Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.
Contents
Instructions for the User
Instructions for the Installer
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Freezer controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Starting your appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Temperature control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warning light (red) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Frozen food storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Freezing calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Thawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Ice making . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Door Reversal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Health and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Internal cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
External cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
When the appliance is not in use . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Something Not Working? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Service and Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Customer Care Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Guarantee Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
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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.
Freezer controls
°C
-16
-24
-22
-18
-20
➁
➃
➄
➀
➂
Pilot light (green)
Push button for fast-freezing and for stopping the
audible signal (warning light on)
➀
➁
➂
➃
Thermostat control knob
Warning light (red)
➄
Fast-freezing indicator light (yellow)
Starting your appliance
¥ How much food is stored
¥ Position of the appliance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The appliance
can be activated by turning the thermostat knob (2)
beyond the Ò-16¡CÓ position. When the pilot light (1)
is illuminated this shows that the appliance is on.
The freezer is switched off by turning knob (2) to
position Ç●È.
In determining the correct temperature control setting
all these factors have to be considered and some
experimentation may be necessary.
To obtain a lower temperature, turn the thermostat
control knob to the higher numbers; to obtain a
higher temperature turn the control knob to the lower
numbers.
When altering the temperature setting, allow 24
hours for the temperature to stabilise before making
further changes.
When first switching on the appliance, the
fast freeze function will automatically
switch on. It will remain on for 5 hours and
automatically switch off at the end of this
time. This function can manually be
switched off at any time by pressing the
fast freeze button (4).
Warning light (red)
Temperature control
If the temperature warning light (5) lights up, it
indicates that the temperature within the freezer has
reached a level where safe food storage is no longer
ensured (warmer than -12¡C).
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.
The temperature inside the freezer is regulated by a
thermostat with 5 temperature positions and one
ÇOFFÈ (●) position.
Position Ç-16¡CÈ = minimum cold
Position Ç-24¡CÈ = maximum cold
Turn the thermostat control knob to the required
position.
An intermediate position (-18¡C) is usually the most
suitable, although the temperature will be affected
by:
¥
Room temperature
¥ How often the door is opened
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Important
Freezing fresh food
Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks
etc.), in the freezer compartment.
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.
In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 20 kg of
fresh food.
Activate fast freeze by depressing the fast-freeze
button (4) - for more than one second - 24 hours
before you want to freeze your fresh food, the yellow
light (3) illuminates. 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.
You should never freeze more than 16 Kg. of
fresh food at anyone time.
Once the food is completely frozen (which could take
up to 24 hours) the fast freeze function can be ended
manually by depressing the button (4) again for more
than one second. The yellow light goes out. If the fast
freeze function is not ended manually, the appliance
electronics switch off the fast freeze function after 48
hours. The yellow light (3) goes out.
To remove the drawers, proceed as follows: pull the
drawer out until it comes to a stop, then tilt it upwards
(see figure).
Distribute the frozen food packages in the other
compartments, so that the two top compartments 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.
PR001c
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 Çfast
freezeÈ mode before storing frozen food.
Freezing calendar
The symbols on the drawers show different types of
frozen goods.
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 the consumer in the shortest possible
time (a temperature increase of the frozen food could
shorten its storage period).
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
It is also advisable not to exceed the storage period
indicated by the producer of the food.
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.
Finally, do not open the door frequently or leave it
open longer than is absolutely necessary.
In the event of a power failure the
appliance automatically starts again in fast
freeze mode. If the fast freeze function is
not ended manually, the appliance
electronics switch off the fast freeze
function after 5 hours. The yellow light (3)
goes out.
Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.
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Ice making
Normal Operating Sounds
Fill each compartment of the ice tray 3/4 full 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.
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 ÔclickÕ when the thermostat cuts in and
out.
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 freezer door closed as much as possible.
¥ Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing
bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal.
¥ Do not push food together too much, try to allow air
to circulate around each item.
¥ 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.
¥ 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.
¥ 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.
¥ 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.
¥ 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.
¥ It is important that food is used before its Òbest
beforeÓ 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.
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Defrosting
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 6 mm (1/4").
Important
In the event of a power failure causing t h e
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.
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.
Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without
danger.
To carry out complete defrosting proceed as follows:
Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up
quickly.
Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
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 Ç●È setting.
3. Leave the door open and insert the plastic scraper
in the special location to act as an extension
channel; pull out the drawer to collect the defrost
water (see Fig.).
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.
PR001
4. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly.
Keep the scraper for future use.
Turn the thermostat control knob to a medium setting
(-18¡C) and, after letting the appliance run for at least
two hours in the Çfast freezeÈ mode, replace the
previously removed food into the compartments.
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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Maintenance and Cleaning
Warning
When the appliance is not in use
Before any maintenance or cleaning work
is carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance
from the ELECTRICITY supply.
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.
Important
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.
CONDENSER
COMPRESSOR
D358
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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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.
Symptom
Solution
No power to appliance
- 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.
The temperature in the freezer is too high
- 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 38¡C.
Relocate the appliance if necessary.
The freezer door will not open
- Has the door just been opened?
If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalise.
The compressor runs continuously
- Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct tem-
perature control. See page 4.
- 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.
Excessive frost and ice has built up.
- 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?
Noise
- Refer to normal operating sounds.
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.
Malfunctions
If the electronics in the appliance have detected a fault that prevents the ACTUAL temperature being sensed,
the warning light in the freezer controls will flash. The appliance will continue to function using a backup
programme until your local Service Force Engineer has repaired the appliance.
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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:-
For Customer Service in Ireland please contact us at
the address below:
Zanussi-Electrolux
Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd
Long Mile Road
08705 929929
Dublin 12
Republic of Ireland
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the
Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
Tel: + 353 1 4090751
For the address of your local Service Force Centre
and further information about Service Force, please
visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you
have read the details under the heading ÒSomething
Not Working.Ó
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.
Customer Care Department
For general enquiries concerning your
Zanussi-Electrolux appliance or for further
information on Zanussi-Electrolux products, please
contact our Customer Care Department by letter or
telephone at the address below or visit our website at
www.zanussi-electrolux.co.uk
Customer Care Department
Zanussi-Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
08705 727727 (*)
* calls to this number may be recorded for training
purposes.
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Guarantee Conditions
Standard guarantee conditions
We, Zanussi-Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of purchase this
ZANUSSI-ELECTROLUX 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 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-Electrolux manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi-Electrolux.
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
Germany
Italy
Senlis
+33 (0) 3 44 62 29 29
+49 (0) 800 234 7378
+39 (0) 0434 39 4700
+46 (0) 8 672 53 90
+44 (0) 1753 219897
+353 (0) 1 4090751
NŸrnberg
Pordenone
Stockholm
Slough
Sweden
UK
Ireland
Dublin
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Technical Specifications
DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Depth
85
54.5
60
cm
cm
cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
220-240 V / 50 Hz
90 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY(*)
0,56 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
NET CAPACITY
110 l
98 l
STAR RATING
(*)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).
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.
Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the
adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet
using your fingers.
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 (4Ó) between the top of the cabinet
and any overhanging kitchen furniture. Alternatively
allow 50mm (2Ó) between the top of the cabinet and
any overhanging kitchen furniture and a gap of
25mm (1Ó) on either side of the appliance.
D200
A
B
NP006
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.
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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.
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
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:
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability
should this safety measure not be
observed.
Connect the Green and the Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
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.
ÇEÈ or the earth symbol
yellow.
, or coloured green and
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter ÇNÈ or coloured
black.
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.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter ÇLÈ or coloured
red.
Important
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 wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow - Earth
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.
Blue
- Neutral
- Live
Brown
This appliance complies with the following E.E.C.
Directive:
GREEN & YELLOW
13 AMP. FUSE
-73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage
Directive) and subsequent amendments.
- 87/308 of 2.6.87 (Radio Interference
Suppression) and subsequent amendments.
- 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive) and subsequent
amendments.
BROWN
BLUE
Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in
the event of breakdown.
CORD CLAMP
D207
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