FREEZER
ZU 9100 F
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
2222740-41
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 Departement.
Prior to Installation
During Use
■ Check the appliance for transport damage. Under
no circumstance should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact
your retailer.
■ This appliance is designed for domestic use only,
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs
only. It is not intended for commercial or industrial
use.
■ Containers with flammable gases or liquids can
leak at low temperatures. Do not store any con-
tainers with flammable materials, such as spray
cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the
refrigerator.
Installation
■ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
■ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
■ Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
attempt to modify this product in any way.
thawed out.
■ Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
■ Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer compartment.
Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it
must be replaced by a cable available from the
manufacturer or your local Service Force Centre.
■ Ice lollies can cause ‘frost/freezer burns’ if con-
sumed straight from the star compartement.
■ Do not remove items from the freezer comparte-
ment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
■ Any electrical work required to install this appli-
ance should be carried out by a qualified electri-
cian or competent person.
■ Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freez-
er compartment they can burst when the contents
freeze.
■ 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 installa-
tion instructions.
■ Manufacturers’ recommended storage times
should be adhered to.Refer to relevant instruc-
tions.
■ The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
Maintenance and Cleaning
■ Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance
Refrigerant
and disconnect from the electrical supply.
■ The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained
within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a
natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibly, which is nevertheless flammable.
■ 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.
■ During transportation and installation of the appli-
ance, 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 appli-
ance is situated.
■ 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
Zanussi Service Force Centre.
Child Safety
■ Do not allow children to tamper with the controls
At the end of the Appliance Life
■ When disposing of your appliance use an autho-
or play with the product.
■ There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
rised disposal site.
material away from children!
■ 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
Freezer calendar
➀
➁
➂
Freezer control
Compartment for frozen
food storage
➃
➃
➀
Compartment for freezing
fresh food
➃
➄
Thermometer
°C
➄
➂
➂
6
5
4
1
2
3
➁
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 deter-
gent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.
Freezer controls
6
5
4
1
2
3
➀
➆ ➅ ➄➃➂ ➁
Thermostat
Pushbutton ON/OFF
Operation light
Warning light
Fast-freezing indicator light
Pushbutton for fast-freezing and for stopping the audible signal (warning light on)
Symbol for audible alarm (temperature warning and open door warning)
➀
➁
➂
➃
➄
➅
➆
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Starting your appliance
food to be frozen in the two top compartments of the
freezer as this is the coldest part; if freezing only a
small amount of food, always use the top compart-
ment.
Insert the plug into the wall socket. The appliance
can be activated/deactivated by pressing the
ON/OFF button.When the pilot light
this shows that the appliance is on.
is illuminated
➂
Once the food is completely frozen (which could
take up to 24 hours) press the fast freeze switch to
Temperature control
The temperature within the freezer is controlled by
deactivate the fast freeze mode; the yellow light
➄
goes off.
Distribute the frozen food packages in the other
compartments, so that the top compartments can be
used for a further freezing operation.
Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned
foodstuffs.
the thermostat
net .
To operate the freezer proceed as follows:
Turn the thermostat control beyond the «O» posi-
tion.
situated at the bottom of the cabi-
➀
Do not allow fresh food to touch food which is
already frozen.
During the freezing process, ensure that the freezer
door remains closed.
When you first start the freezer, we suggest that you
turn the thermostat control to a medium setting. For
easier turning of this control, use a small coin.
The internal temperature of the freezer is automati-
cally adjusted by the thermostat to ensure safe food
storage. However, if the appliance is working in
unfavourable room conditions such as high tempera-
ture and frequent door openings, it may be neces-
sary to select a more suitable setting.
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 a lower temperature, turn the thermostat
towards high numbers; to obtain a higher tempera-
ture turn the control towards low numbers.
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).
Warning light (red)
If the temperature warning light
lights up, it indi-
➃
cates that the temperature within the freezer has
reached a level where the 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.
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.
Temperature acoustic alarm
Important
This appliance incorporates an alarm which gives off
an audible signal whenever the warning light comes
on. This signal can be temporarily stopped by
Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks
etc.), in the freezer compartment.
Water ices, 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".
depressing the push button for fast-freezing
The fast-freezing push button can be released as
soon as the warning light is off.
.
➅
Open door acoustic alarm
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.
This appliance also incorporates an alarm which
sounds if the door is left open for more than 60 sec-
onds. You can switch off the signal closing the door.
Freezing fresh food
In any 24 hour period you can freeze up to 18 kg of
fresh food.
Activate fast freeze by depressing the fast-freeze
switch
24 hours before you want to freeze your
➅
fresh food, the yellow light
can be shortened, depending on the quantity of food
to be frozen. After the time has elapsed place the
illuminates. This time
➄
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Internal thermometer
This indicates the internal temperature of the freez-
er. It may indicate a temperature above -18°C when
large quantities of food are placed inside for freezing
or when the door is left open for a long time.
°C
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.
PR202
Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidental-
ly 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.
Ice making
Fill the ice tray with water to the top of each ice
cube compartment, 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.
Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.
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 possi-
■ 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.
ble.
■ Do not push food together too much, try to allow
air to circulate around each item.
■ Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.
Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty
food, salt reduces the storage time.
■ 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 pos-
sible).
■ 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 store food uncovered.
■ Packaging which is swollen or has traces of
refrozen water droplets on the pack could indi-
cate that the product has not been kept at a suit-
able 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Always wash your hands with soapy water and
dry them with a clean towel before handling food.
■ Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross conta-
mination by not using the same work surface or
knife, without washing them thoroughly in
between.
■ 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 foods to be frozen must be fresh and of the
best quality.
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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 thick-
ness of the frost exceeds 1/4".
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:
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.
Ice-cream: once thawed should be discard-
ed.
Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked
and used up.
Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without
danger.
Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up
quickly.
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
3. Leave the door open.
to the «O» setting.
➀
Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
4. Remove the three large drawers.
5. When defrosting is completed, remove the water
that has collected in the small bottom drawer and
dry the interior thoroughly.
Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen pro-
viding 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.
Turn the thermostat control to a medium setting and,
after letting the appliance run for at least two hours
in the «fast freeze» 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 dam-
age the appliance beyond repair.
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried
out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELEC-
TRICITY 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 POW-
DERS, HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING PROD-
UCTS OR WAX POLISHES, TO CLEAN THE INTERI-
OR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE AND
LEAVE A STRONG SMELL.
Important
Do not use abrasive products.
Periodic cleaning
The appliance is equipped with a ventilation grid.
Keep clean to guarantee good ventilation and good
working order of the appliance.
An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of
the appliance and cause excessive electricity con-
sumption.
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2
1
The structure of the appliance permits cleaning of the
rear zone close to the wall, using a vacuum cleaner.
1. Remove the plinth (1), then the ventilation grid (2);
2. Carefully pull the air deflector out (3).
S.I.013
When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods, dis-
connect from the electricity supply, empty all foods
and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to pre-
vent unpleasant smells.
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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 the appliance
- Check there is power at the socket.
- Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
- Check the fuse has not blown.
The temperature in the freezer is too high
- Check the thermostat 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.
The freezer door will not open
- Has 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 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.
Excessive frost and ice has built up.
- Ensure the door is not left opened.
- 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.
Noise
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.
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SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you
have read the details under the heading ‘Something
Not Working?’
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if
you wish to purchase spare parts please contact
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre by
telephoning:
When you contact the Service Centre you will need
to give the following details.
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
0870 5 929929
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model serial no. of the appliance (found on
the rating plate)
Your call will be automatically routed to the Service
Force Centre covering your post code area. The
address of your local Service Force Centre is
detailed in the accompanying Customer Care Book.
5. The purchase date
CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi products, you
are invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone or visit our website at
Customer Care Department
Zanussi
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: 08705 727727 ( )
*
( ) calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
*
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Standard guarantee conditions
We, Zanussi, undertake that if within 24 months of the date of purchase this Zanussi appliance or any part there-
of 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 manufactuer's
instructions.
■
The appliance has not been serviced, maintained repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorized 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:
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■
■
■
Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, thc 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
Germany
Italy
Senlis
+33 (0) 44 62 29 99
+49 (0) 911 323 2600
+39 (0) 1678 47053
+46 (0) 8 738 79 50
+44 (0) 1753 219897
Nurenberg
Pordenone
Stockholm
Slough
Sweden
UK
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Depth
81,5
59,6
53,8
cm
cm
cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED
220-240 V / 50 Hz
90 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY(*)
0,75 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY
NET CAPACITY
STAR RATING
108 l
100 l
(*)This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN153. Actual con-
sumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
INSTALLATION
Positioning
For this appliance to work efficiently, it should be
located away from heat sources, e.g. cookers, radia-
tors, boilers, direct sunlight etc; best performance is
obtained with ambient temperature between +10°C
and +32°C.
For building-in and door reversibility, if necessary,
refer to the relevant instructions in the following
pages.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This appliance complies with the E.E.C.
WARNING:
Directive No. 87/308 of 2.6.87 relative to radio
interference suppression.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability
should this safety measure not be observed.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directive:
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suit-
able for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the
appropriate plug fitted.
- 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent amendments.
- 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic
- Compatibility Directive) and subsequent amend-
ments.
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.
Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed it is easily accessible for the engineer
in the event of breakdown.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
GREEN & YELLOW
13 AMP. FUSE
Green and Yellow
Blue
Brown
- Earth
- Neutral
- 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:
BROWN
Connect the Green and the Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
BLUE
CORD CLAMP
D207
«E» 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 «N» or coloured
black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter «L» or colured
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 Zanussi Service Force Centre whose
address is listed in the Customer Care Booklet which
accompanies your instruction manual.
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BUILDING-IN INSTRUCTIONS
Before carrying out any work, remove the plug from
the power socket.
Door Reversal
Left door opening:
1. Remove the grid from the appliance pulling it
towards you with hands.
2. Remove the left side (A) of the grid cutting it from
A
the rear (see figure).
DO002
To reposition the grid on the appliance proceed as fol-
lows:
a
Apply the grid to the base of the appliance by pushing
the clasps (a) until they click.
N.B. The grid is to be assembled after having fixed
the appliance in the niche with the brackets.
a
DO001
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To reverse the opening direction of the door, proceed as
shown in the figures:
Attention
After completion of the door reversing opera-
tion, check that the door gasket adheres 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 fit-
ting 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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Building the appliance in under a
worktop
The dimensions of the recessed installation area must
correspond with those indicated in the figure.
DO013
Remove covering and adjusting strips.
Push the appliance into place. The plug socket neces-
sary for connection of the appliance to the electricity
supply should be positioned, so that the plug is not
placed in the recess.
S.I.005
Adjust height.
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To mount the furniture door proceed as shown in the
figures:
17
Screw appliance into place.
Refit the covering strip.
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Fitting the plinth
Important
For the efficient operation of the appliance, it
is important that the original ventilation grid is
used.
■ For an opening height dimension A=820 mm and a
plinth height dimension a=100 mm, the plinth may
be fitted without adjustments. The same applies to
an opening height dimension B=870 mm and a
plinth height dimension b=150 mm.
■ For plinth heights greater than a=100 mm, b=150
mm, a cut should be made in the plinth, 580 mm
wide, in the centre of the appliance position, leav-
ing a remaining height of a=100 mm, b=150 mm.
■ Attach plinth to the kitchen units.
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Important
DO008
The plinth must be positioned at a minimun
distance of 25 mm from the door.
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