Hotpoint Cooktop CRA 641 DC User Manual

Operating Instructions  
HOB  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 2-4  
Positioning  
Electrical connection  
GB  
Description of the appliance, 5-6  
Control panel  
English,1  
Extendable cooking zones  
Start-up and use, 7-9  
Switching on the hob  
Switching on the cooking zones  
Switching off the cooking zones  
Power function  
Heating elements  
Control panel lock  
Switching off the hob  
Practical advice on using the appliance  
Safety devices  
CRA 641 D C  
Practical cooking advice  
Precautions and tips, 10  
General safety  
Disposal  
Care and maintenance, 11  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Disassembling the hob  
Technical description of the models, 12  
After Sales Service, 14  
Guarantee, 15  
Key Contacts, 16  
 
/ixing  
Single-phase connection  
GB  
The appliance must be installed on a perfectly level  
supporting surface.  
The hob is equipped with a pre-connected electricity  
supply cable, which is designed for single-phase  
connection. Connect the wires in accordance with  
the instructions given in the following table and  
diagrams:  
Any deformities caused by improper fixing could  
affect the features and operation of the hob.  
The thickness of the supporting surface should be  
taken into account when choosing the length of the  
screws for the fixing hooks:  
Voltage and  
mains frequency  
Electrical cable  
Wire connection  
30 mm thick: 17.5 mm screws  
40 mm thick: 7.5 mm screws  
: yellow/green;  
N: the two blue wires  
together  
L: brown and black  
together  
230-240V 1+N ~  
220-240V 1+N ~  
50/60 Hz  
9ix the hob as follows:  
1. Use short flat-bottomed screws to fix the 4  
alignment springs in the holes provided at the  
central point of each side of the hob.  
Other types of connection  
2. Place the hob in the cavity, make sure it is in a  
central position and push down on the whole  
perimeter until the hob is stuck to the supporting  
surface.  
If the mains supply corresponds with one of the  
following:  
Voltage and mains frequency  
400V - 2+N ~ 50/60 Hz  
3. 9or hobs with raised sides: After inserting the hob  
into its cavity, insert the 4 fixing hooks (each has its  
own pin) into the lower edges of the hob, using the  
long pointed screws to fix them in place, until the  
glass is stuck to the supporting surface.  
220-240V 3 ~ 50/60 Hz  
230-240V 3 ~ 50/60 Hz  
400V - 2+2N ~ 50/60 Hz  
Separate the wires and connect them in accordance  
with the instructions given in the following table and  
diagrams:  
! The screws for the alignment springs must remain  
accessible.  
Voltage and  
! In order to adhere to safety standards, the  
appliance must not come into contact with electrical  
parts once it has been installed.  
Electrical cable  
Wire connection  
mains frequency  
400V - 2+N ~  
50/60 Hz  
: yellow/green;  
N: the two blue wires together  
L1: black  
230-240V 3 ~  
220-240V 3 ~  
50/60Hz  
! All parts which ensure the safe operation of the  
appliance must not be removable without the aid of  
a tool.  
L2: brown  
: yellow/green;  
N1: blue  
400V - 2+2N ~  
50/60 Hz  
N2: blue  
L1: black  
Electrical connection  
L2: brown  
! The electrical connection for the hob and for any  
built-in oven must be carried out separately, both for  
safety purposes and to make extracting the oven  
easier.  
If the mains supply corresponds with one of the  
following:  
Voltage and mains frequency  
400V 3 - N ~ 50/60 Hz  
proceed as follows:  
Terminal board  
On the lower part of the  
! The cable provided is not suitable for the following  
appliance there is a  
UNDERSIDE OF HOB  
types of installation.  
connection box for the  
different types of electricity  
supply (the picture is only an  
indication and is not an exact  
representation of the  
1. Use a suitable supply cable, H05RR-- or higher,  
with the right dimensions (cable cross section: 25  
mm).  
2. To open the terminal board, use a screwdriver as  
a lever under the side tabs of the cover (see  
Terminal board picture).  
purchased model).  
3. Loosen the cable clamp screw and the terminal  
board screws in accordance with the type of  
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connection required and position the connection  
supports as shown in the following table and  
diagrams.  
Connecting the electricity supply cable to the  
GB  
mains  
If the appliance is being connected directly to the  
electricity mains an omnipolar switch must be  
installed with a minimum opening of 3 mm between  
contacts.  
4. Position the wires in accordance with the  
information given in the following table and diagrams  
and connect the appliance by tightening all the  
screws for the springs as much as possible.  
Voltage and  
mains frequency  
Electrical connections  
Terminal board  
! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical  
connection has been made and that it is fully  
compliant with safety regulations.  
400V 3-N ~  
50/60 Hz  
Three-phase 400  
Before connecting the appliance to the power  
supply, make sure that:  
5. Secure the power supply cable by fastening the  
cable clamp screw, then put the cover back on.  
• The appliance is earthed and the plug is  
compliant with the law.  
Phase  
Phase  
Phase  
• The socket can withstand the maximum power of  
the appliance, which is indicated on the data  
plate located on the appliance itself.  
Three-phase 400  
• The voltage falls within the range of values  
indicated on the data plate.  
• 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.  
Neutral  
U-bolt  
connection support  
Earth  
! 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.  
! The manufacturer declines any liability should  
these safety measures not be observed.  
! Do not remove or replace the power supply cable  
for any reason. Its removal or replacement will void  
the warranty and the CE marking. INDESIT does not  
assume liability for accidents or damage arising  
from replacement/removal of the original power  
supply cable. Replacement can only be accepted  
when carried out by personnel authorised by  
INDESIT and using an original spare part.  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Control panel  
GB  
The control panel described in this manual is only a representative example: it may not exactly match the panel  
on your appliance.  
INCREASE  
POWER button  
POWER and  
RESIDUAL HEAT  
COOKING ZONE  
ON/OFF  
SELECTED indicator light  
button  
indicators  
ON/OFF  
indicator light  
CONTROLS LOCKED  
indicator light  
CONTROL PANEL  
LOCK button  
COOKING ZONE  
SELECTOR buttons  
REDUCE POWER  
button  
INCREASE POWER button switches on the  
hotplate and controls the power (see Start-up and  
use).  
POWER indicator provides a visual display for the  
current heat level.  
ON/O// button switches the appliance on and off.  
REDUCE POWER button controls the power and  
switches off the hotplate (see Start-up and use).  
ON/O// indicator light shows whether the  
appliance is on or off.  
COOKING ZONE SELECTOR button shows a  
particular cooking zone has been selected and  
therefore various adjustments are possible.  
CONTROL PANEL LOCK button prevents  
accidental changes to the hob settings (see Start-  
up and use).  
COOKING ZONE SELECTOR button is used to  
select the desired cooking zone.  
CONTROL PANEL LOCK indicator light shows  
the control panel has been locked (see Start-up  
and use).  
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Extendable cooking zones  
GB  
Certain models are fitted with extendable cooking zones. These may be circular or oval and may vary in their  
extensibility (they may be double or triple hotplates). A list of controls is given below (these controls are only  
present in models with the extendable cooking zone option).  
Circular extendable hotplate  
DOUBLE  
HOTPLATE ON  
indicator light  
DOUBLE  
HOTPLATE ON  
button  
DOUBLE HOTPLATE ON button switches on the  
double hotplate (see Start-up and use).  
DOUBLE HOTPLATE ON indicator light shows  
the double hotplate has been switched on.  
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Start-up and use  
! The glue applied on the gaskets leaves traces of  
grease on the glass. Before using the appliance, we  
recommend you remove these with a special non-  
abrasive cleaning product. During the first few hours  
of use there may be a smell of rubber which will  
disappear very quickly.  
Switching off the cooking zones  
GB  
To switch off a cooking zone, select it using the  
corresponding selector button  
and:  
• Press the -button: the power of the cooking zone  
will progressively decrease until it is switched off.  
! A few seconds after the hob is connected to the  
electricity supply, a buzzer will sound. The hob may  
now be switched on.  
Heating elements  
Two types of heating element may be installed,  
depending on the appliance model: halogen and  
radiant elements.  
! If the  
-
or  
+
button is pressed for an extended  
period of time, the display scrolls quickly though the  
power levels and timer minutes.  
Halogen elements emit heat via radiation from the  
halogen lamps they contain.  
They have similar properties to gas burners: they are  
easy to control and reach set temperatures quickly,  
allowing you to see the power level instantly.  
Radiant elements consist of a series of coils which  
allow heat to be distributed evenly at the base of the  
cookware, so that all slow-flame cooking may be  
performed successfully, for example stews, sauces  
or reheated dishes.  
Switching on the hob  
To switch the hob on, press and hold the  
for approximately one second.  
button  
Switching on the cooking zones  
Each cooking zone is controlled using a selector  
button and a power adjustment device  
Control panel lock  
When the hob is switched on, it is possible to lock  
the oven controls in order to avoid accidental  
changes being made to the settings (by children,  
consisting of a double  
-
and  
+
button.  
• To begin operating a cooking zone, press the  
corresponding control button and set the desired  
power level (between 0 and 9) using the buttons  
during cleaning, etc.). Press the  
button to lock  
the control panel: the indicator light above the button  
will switch on.  
To use any of the controls (e.g. to stop cooking),  
-
and  
+
.
Power function  
you must switch off this function. Press the  
button for a few moments, the indicator light will  
switch off and the lock function will be removed.  
The power function for the cooking zones may be  
used to shorten heating-up times. Activate and set  
the power level for the desired cooking zone  
as  
Switching off the hob  
described in the previous paragraph. Press and hold  
the selector button corresponding to the desired  
Press the  
button to switch the appliance off.  
cooking zone  
for at least 2 seconds. The  
If the control panel lock has been activated, the  
controls will continue to be locked even after the hob  
is switched on again. In order to switch the hob on  
again, you must first remove the lock function.  
display, the power level indicator, will alternately  
show the letter “P” and the power level set  
previously until the desired power level has been  
reached. Once this level has been reached, the  
display will revert to showing the set power level. To  
deactivate this function, press and hold – for at least  
2 seconds - the selector button corresponding to the  
cooking zone on which the  
function has been  
activated; alternatively, select a different power level  
using the buttons  
-
and  
+
.
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Overheating protection  
Practical advice on using the appliance  
GB  
If the electronic elements overheat, the hob switches  
To obtain the best results from your hob:  
• Use pans with a thick, flat base in order to fully  
utilise the cooking zone.  
off automatically and  
appears on the display,  
followed by a flashing number. When the  
temperature has reached a suitable level, this  
message disappears and the hob may be used  
again.  
Safety switch  
• Always use pans with a diameter which is large  
enough to cover the hotplate fully, in order to use all  
the available heat.  
The appliance has a safety switch which  
automatically switches the cooking zones off after  
they have been in operation for a certain amount of  
time at a particular power level. When the safety  
switch has been triggered, the display shows “0”.  
-or example: the right rear hotplate is set to 5 and  
will switch off after 5 hours of continuous operation,  
while the front left hotplate is set to 2 and will switch  
off after 8 hours.  
• Make sure that the base of the cookware is  
always clean and dry, in order to fully utilise and  
extend the life of both the cooking zones and the  
cookware.  
Maximum operating  
Power level  
time in hours  
• Avoid using the same cookware which has been  
used on gas burners: the heat concentration on  
gas burners may distort the base of the pan,  
causing it not to adhere correctly.  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Safety devices  
Pan sensor  
Each cooking zone is equipped with a pan sensor  
device. The hotplate only emits heat when a pan  
with suitable measurements for the cooking zone is  
placed on it. If the indicator light is flashing, it may  
indicate:  
• An incompatible pan  
• A pan whose diameter is too small  
• The pan has been removed from the hotplate.  
Buzzer  
Residual heat indicators  
This can also indicate several irregularities:  
• An object (a pan, cutlery, etc.) has been placed  
on the control panel for more than 10 seconds.  
• Something has been spilt on the control panel.  
• A button has been pressed for too long. All of the  
above situations may cause the buzzer to sound.  
Remove the cause of the malfunction to stop the  
buzzer. If the cause of the problem is not  
removed, the buzzer will keep sounding and the  
hob will switch off.  
Each cooking zone is equipped with a residual heat  
indicator. This indicator signals which cooking zones  
are still at a high temperature. If the power display  
shows  
, the cooking zone is still hot. It is  
possible, for example, to keep a dish warm or melt  
butter or chocolate. As the cooking zone cools, the  
power display will show  
. The display switches off  
when the cooking zone has cooled sufficiently.  
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Practical cooking advice  
GB  
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Pressure cooking  
Pressure cooker  
Frying  
Boiling  
Grilling  
Crêpes  
Cooking on a high flame and browning  
(roasts, steaks, escalopes, fish fillets,  
fried eggs)  
§
Fast thickening (liquid juices)  
Boiling water (pasta, rice, vegetables)  
Milk  
§
S
Slow thickening (dense juices)  
S
¢
Bain-marie cooking  
Pressure cooking after whistle  
¢
£
-{}-  
Low-flame cooking  
(stews)  
Reheating dishes  
¡
Chocolate sauce  
Keeping food hot  
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Precautions and tips  
! This appliance has been designed and  
• Always make sure that pan handles are turned  
GB  
manufactured in compliance with international safety  
standards. The following warnings are provided for  
safety reasons and must be read carefully.  
towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid  
accidental burns.  
• When unplugging the appliance, always pull the  
plug from the mains socket; do not pull on the  
cable.  
This appliance conforms to the following  
European Economic Community directives:  
- 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and  
subsequent amendments;  
• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work  
without having disconnected the appliance from  
the electricity mains.  
-89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic  
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;  
- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent  
amendments.  
• 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.  
General safety  
! Make sure that the air inlet behind the fan grille is  
never obstructed. The built-in hob should, in fact, be  
provided with suitable ventilation for the cooling of  
the electronic components used in the appliance.  
• The appliance was designed for domestic use  
inside the home and is not intended for  
• Do not look at the halogen lamps in the cooking  
zones for long if they are present.  
• Do not let children play with the appliance.  
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.  
Disposal  
• Do not touch the appliance when barefoot or with  
wet or damp hands and feet.  
• When disposing of packaging material: observe  
local legislation so that the packaging may be  
reused.  
• The appliance must be used by adults only for the  
preparation of food, in accordance with the  
instructions provided in this booklet. Do not use  
the hob as a worktop or chopping board.  
• The glass ceramic hob is resistant to mechanical  
shocks, but it may crack (or even break) if hit with  
a sharp object such as a tool. If this happens,  
disconnect the appliance from the electricity  
mains immediately and contact a Service Centre.  
• Ensure that power supply cables of other  
electrical appliances do not come into contact  
with the hot parts of the hob.  
• 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 re-using 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.  
• Remember that the cooking zones remain  
relatively hot for at least thirty minutes after they  
have been switched off. An indicator light  
provides a warning when residual heat is present  
(see Start-up and use).  
-or further information relating to the correct  
disposal of exhausted household appliances,  
owners may contact the public service provided  
or their local dealer.  
• Keep any object which could melt away from the  
hob, for example plastic and aluminium objects,  
or products with a high sugar content. Be  
especially careful when using plastic film and  
aluminium foil or packaging: if placed on surfaces  
which are still hot, they may cause serious  
damage to the hob.  
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Care and maintenance  
Switching the appliance off  
Stainless steel frame (only in models with outer  
frame)  
GB  
Disconnect your appliance from the electricity  
supply before carrying out any work on it.  
Stainless steel can be marked by hard water which  
has been left on the surface for a long time, or by  
cleaning products containing phosphorus.  
Cleaning the appliance  
After cleaning, it is advisable to rinse the surface  
well and dry it thoroughly. If water is spilt on the  
surface, dry it quickly and thoroughly.  
! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (for  
example, products in spray cans for cleaning  
barbecues and ovens), stain removers, anti-rust  
products, powder detergents or sponges with  
abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface  
beyond repair.  
! Some hobs have an aluminium frame which is  
similar to stainless steel. Do not use any cleaning or  
degreasing products which are not suitable for use  
with aluminium.  
! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on  
the appliance.  
Disassembling the hob  
• It is usually sufficient simply to wash the hob  
using a damp sponge and dry it with absorbent  
kitchen towel.  
If it is necessary to disassemble the hob:  
1. Loosen the screws fixing the alignment springs on  
each side.  
2. Loosen the screws holding the fixing hooks in  
each corner.  
3. Take the hob out of its installation cavity.  
• If the hob is particularly dirty, rub it with a special  
glass ceramic cleaning product, then rinse well  
and dry thoroughly.  
! Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If  
the appliance breaks down, contact a Service  
Centre.  
• To remove more stubborn dirt, use a suitable  
scraper. Remove spills as soon as possible,  
without waiting for the appliance to cool, to avoid  
residues forming crusty deposits. You can  
achieve excellent results by using a rust-proof  
steel wire sponge - specifically designed for  
glass ceramic surfaces - soaked in soapy water.  
• If any plastic or sugary substances are  
accidentally melted on the hob, remove them  
immediately with the scraper, while the surface is  
still hot.  
• Once it is clean, the hob may be treated with a  
special protective maintenance product: the  
invisible film left by this product protects the  
surface from drips during cooking. This  
maintenance task should be carried out while the  
appliance is warm (not hot) or cold.  
• Always remember to rinse the appliance well with  
clean water and dry it thoroughly: residues can  
become encrusted during subsequent cooking  
processes.  
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Technical description of  
the models  
This table provides a model-by-model list of the energy absorption values, type of heating elements and  
diameters of each cooking zone.  
GB  
Hobs  
CRA 641 D C  
Cooking zone  
Power (W)  
Diameter (mm)  
Back Left  
DH 2200/1000  
H 1400  
210/140  
160  
145  
Back Right  
Front Left  
Front Right  
Total power  
H 1200  
H 1800  
180  
6600  
Key:  
H = single hilight  
DH = double hilight  
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GB  
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After Sales Service  
GB  
"No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a  
Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer"  
As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and  
labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint  
engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service  
options:  
Repair Service and Information Help Desk  
UK: 08709 066066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance  
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money service. We have the largest white goods  
repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers. All repairs include a parts and labour  
guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair.  
If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance, our operators are on hand with help  
and advice.  
All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible.  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen, we offer two service cover plans  
to give you total peace of mind.  
Repair Protection Plan -  
Kitchen Cover  
-REE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period  
of cover.  
-REE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8  
-
years old.  
Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site.  
Genuine parts and accessories, extended warranties and service repairs are all  
available on our web-site at:  
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Guarantee  
GB  
"Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back"  
We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for 90 days - after you have  
purchased your Hotpoint appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair  
an engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, we will replace  
your machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.  
All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years (except microwaves, selected integrated appliances and  
cooker hoods, which have a one year guarantee) provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer.  
Guarantee terms and conditions  
Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the  
following provisions that your appliance:  
Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet.  
Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises (ie. not for  
commercial or trade use).  
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance  
rating plate.  
Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our  
own service engineers.  
*or pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to  
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.  
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with the  
appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged  
into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
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XEROX BUSINESS SERVICES  
Key Contacts  
GB  
After Sales Service  
Over 1200 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete  
confidence in both the appliances and services we offer.  
Repair Service and Information Desk  
UK: 08709 066 066  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - *ri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Sun)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts and Accessories  
UK: 08709 077 077  
(Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - *ri & 9 to 12 Sat)  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
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