Operating Instructions
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION
Contents
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Installation, 2
Positioning and connection
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English
Description of the appliance, 3-4
Overall view
Control panel
Start-up and use, 5-6-7-8
Starting the appliance
Using the display
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
Using the freezer to its full potential
Maintenance and care, 9
Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
Defrosting the appliance
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Replacing the light bulb
Precautions and tips, 10
General safety
Disposal
Respecting and conserving the environment
Troubleshooting, 11
Assistance, 12
Description of the
appliance
Overall view
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The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not directly
represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages.
A.I.R. SYSTEM
Removable lidded shelf
with EGG TRAY
SHELVES•
Removable multipurpose
SHELVES•
Compartment for
A 2 LITRE BOTTLE
FRUIT and
VEGETABLE bin
BOTTLE shelf
CONTROL PANEL
FREEZER and
STORAGE
compartment
STORAGE
compartments
• Varies by number and/or position.
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Control panel
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MODE
SELECT
FREEZER
button
button
OPERATION and
APPLIANCE ON/OFF
Knob
REFRIGERATOR
OPERATION
Knob
SUPER COOL
SUPER FREEZE
function
function
REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
setting
FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
setting
HOLIDAY
function
ICE PARTY
function
• REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob
• SUPER FREEZE function
This knob turns the refrigerator compartment on or
off and enables you to set the relative operating
temperatures.
Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of
the SUPER FREEZE function (rapid freezing).
• ICE PARTY function
• MODE button
Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of
the ICE PARTY function (maximum speed in cooling a
warm bottle and serving it at the table in the special
bucket designed to maintain the temperature reached
by the bottle).
This button allows you to navigate the display to have
access to the various settings/functions and to turn off
the alarm buzzers.
• REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT setting
Displays the temperature set in the fridge
compartment and when the fridge compartment is
turned OFF (word OFF indicated).
• FREEZER COMPARTMENT setting
Displays the temperature set in the freezer
compartment and when the appliance is turned OFF
(word OFF indicated).
• SUPER COOL function
Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of
the SUPER COOL function (rapid cooling of the
refrigerator compartment).
• SELECT button
This button selects/deselects the different functions
and turns off the alarm buzzers.
• HOLIDAY function
• FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob
This knob turns the whole appliance on or off and
enables you to set the freezer compartment operating
temperatures.
Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of
the HOLIDAY FUNCTION (optimal temperatures with
the minimum consumption in the event of prolonged
absence).
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Start-up and use
The back wall may be covered in frost or droplets of
water, depending on whether the compressor is in
operation or whether it is paused.
Starting the appliance
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! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation
instructions (see Installation).
! Before connecting the appliance, clean the
compartments and accessories well with lukewarm water
and bicarbonate.
! The appliance comes with a motor protection control
system which makes the compressor start approximately
8 minutes after being switched on. The compressor also
starts each time the power supply is cut off whether
voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout).
SHELVES: with or without grill.
Due to the special guides the
shelves are removable and the
height is adjustable (see
diagram), allowing easy storage
of large containers and food.
Height can be adjusted without
complete removal of the shelf.
Once you have plugged the appliance into the mains
socket, make sure the display is on (the FREEZER
COMPARTMENT knob must not be on Off).
Using the display
Setting the temperature
Freezer compartment
If the compartment concerned is switched off, the word
OFF will appear on the relative indication space on the
display (REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT setting and
FREEZER COMPARTMENT setting). If the compartment is
switched on, then the temperatures set at that time will
appear. To change them, turn the relative knob directly
(REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob and FREEZER
OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob).
The refrigerator compartment can be set to between
+2°C and +8°C, while the freezer compartment can be
set to a temperature of between -18°C and -26°C. The
temperature in both cases can be increased or
decreased by 1°C at a time.
When you turn the appliance on (by turning the
FREEZER and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob to the required
freezer compartment operating temperature), we
recommend you enable the SUPER FREEZE function to
speed up the cooling process inside the compartment;
when the latter has reached the optimal temperature, the
function will be disabled and you may place the frozen
foods inside the freezer.
Refrigerator compartment
When you turn the refrigerator compartment on (by
turning REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob to the
required refrigerator compartment operating
temperature), we recommend you enable the SUPER
COOL function to speed up the cooling process inside
the compartment: after a few hours, you may place food
inside the refrigerator.
When the HOLIDAY function is enabled, temperature
regulations cannot be made, but the appliance
automatically sets itself to the best setting for the
situation: +12°C for the refrigerator compartment (if
enabled) and -18°C for the freezer compartment.
A.I.R. SYSTEM
It is recognizable due to the presence of the mechanism on
the top part of the refrigerator compartment (see diagram).
Function status
Function symbol during normal operation
B
Function selected (outline flashing)
Function enabled (outline on)
A
A.I.R. Systems maximises air circulation, improving the
efficiency of the evaporator and helping to achieve the
optimal temperature inside the refrigerator as quickly as
possible each time it has been opened. The blown air (A)
is cooled when it comes into contact with the cold wall,
whereas the hotter air (B) is sucked up (see diagram).
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Enabling/disabling the functions
Holiday function
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Press the MODE button as many times as necessary for
the red outline of the function you wish to act on to light
up: this indicates that the function has been selected
and is ready to be enabled or disabled. Now you can
enable or disable the selected function using the
SELECT button.
To minimise energy usage when on holiday, it is not
necessary to switch the appliance off. The appliance has
a function which allows it to maintain the temperature of
the refrigerator compartment at approximately 15°C
(which can also be used to conserve make-up and
beauty products). The freezer temperature must be set to
the minimum value in order to preserve the food.
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If you do not confirm your selection by pressing the
SELECT button within five seconds of the last action
performed on the display, the latter shall go back to
displaying the function previously set and indicate that
no new modification has been made.
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
The SUPER COOL function is linked to the refrigerator
compartment and when the latter is switched off, no action
whatsoever will be possible on the former, other functions
foresee an operation that can create conflicts (for example,
when the HOLIDAY and SUPER FREEZE functions are
enabled simultaneously), in this case a pre-set priority is
taken into consideration in order to help you operate the
appliance.
• Use the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to adjust
the temperature (see Description).
• Activate the SUPER COOL function to lower the
temperature quickly. For example, when you place a
large number of new food items inside a fridge, the
internal temperature will rise slightly. The function
quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing the
temperature until it reaches the ideal level.
The SUPER FREEZE function features a double mode of
operation (see paragraph on operating the freezer
compartment).
• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment,
not hot foods (see Precautions and tips).
Enabling/disabling the DEMO mode:
To run a demonstration of the display operation while
keeping the appliance turned off, just enable the DEMO
mode.
• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than
raw foods.
• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will
increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause
condensation to form.
Enabling:
- set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF
Knob to 0ff;
- keep the two buttons “Select” and “Mode” pressed for
approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the buzzer and
the two words “OFF” and “OFF” flash on the display;
these words will flash for the entire duration the DEMO
mode is enabled.
Disabling:
- set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF
Knob to 0ff;
- keep the two buttons “Select” and “Mode” pressed for
approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the buzzer and
the two words “OFF” and “OFF” on the display stop
flashing.
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Using the freezer to its full potential
! Do not open the door during freezing.
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! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the
freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature
inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for
at least 9 -14 hours.
• Use the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/
OFF Knob to adjust the temperature (see Description).
• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has
already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked
and eaten (within 24 hours).
• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into
contact with food that has already been defrosted.
Fresh food must be stored in the top FREEZER and
STORAGE compartment where the temperature drops
below -18°C and guarantees rapid freezing.
ICE PARTY: tensures bottles of
sparkling wine or champagne
reach the right temperature.
Place the bottle in the pre-frozen
ice bucket located inside the
FREEZER and STORAGE
compartment and select the
function on the display.
• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and
which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer
because they could break.
Remove the bottle when the alert is given.
The bucket may be used to serve the bottle, keeping it
cool after it has been removed from the appliance.
• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is
indicated on the plate containing the technical properties
located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator
compartment (for example: Kg/24h: 4).
• To freeze (if the freezer is already operating):
- For small quantities, less than the maximum capacity
indicated on the data plate (situated on the lower left,
next to the salad crisper), enable the SUPER FREEZE
function on the display in the "24 hour" mode and insert
the food to be frozen. To enable the function, press the
MODE button as many times as necessary for the
SUPER FREEZE symbol to start flashing and then press
the SELECT button to enable the SUPER FREEZE
function. After 24 hours, or once the optimal
temperatures have been reached, the rapid freezing
function is automatically disabled.
- For large quantities of food to be frozen (up until the
maximum load indicated on the data plate situated on
the lower left, next to the salad crisper), enable the
SUPER FREEZE function on the display in the "48 hours"
mode: To enable the function, press the MODE button
as many times as necessary for the SUPER FREEZE
symbol to start flashing and then press the SELECT
button for more than three seconds to ensure the
function is enabled (symbol SUPER FREEZE function
starts to flash slowly). After 24 hours, the function
symbol will stop flashing and go back to being
permanently lit; you can now insert the food to be
frozen. After another 24 hours, the function will be
disabled automatically.
• In order to create extra room inside the freezer
compartment, the drawers may be removed and the
food arranged in the resulting space.
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Maintenance and care
Defrosting the freezer compartment
Switching the appliance off
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If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to
defrost manually:
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:
1. set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF
Knob on Off
1. One day before enabling the SUPER FREEZE function
in the 24-hour mode; it helps give the food a healthy
extra "cold shock". After 24 hours, the freezing
function is automatically disabled but you can disable
it yourself.
2. pull the plug out of the socket
! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound. This
alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore normal
operation, it is sufficient to set the FREEZER OPERATION and
APPLIANCE ON/OFF knob on the desired value. To
disconnect the appliance, follow point 1 and 2.
2. Turn the appliance off by turning the FREEZER
OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF knob.
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this operation switches off the whole appliance
(including the fridge compartment).
3. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in
another freezer or in a cool place.
4. Leave the door open until the frost has melted
completely. This can be made easier by placing
containers with lukewarm water in the freezer
compartment.
Cleaning the appliance
• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber
seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been
soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or
neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,
bleach or ammonia.
• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm
water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry
them carefully.
5. Certain appliances are
fitted with the DRAIN
SYSTEM to lead the water
outside: insert the scraper
into the slot provided at the
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
bottom and let the water
flow into a container (see
diagram).
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials
which are odour free. In order to maintain an odour
free refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains,
food must always be covered or sealed properly.
• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended
period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors
open.
6. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully
before switching the appliance on again.
! Remember that the motor will not start immediately,
but rather after approximately 8 minutes.
7. Wait for approximately 2 hours, i.e. until the ideal
storage conditions have been restored, before
placing food in the freezer compartment.
Defrosting the appliance
! Follow the instructions below.
Do not use objects with sharp or pointed edges to
defrost the appliance as these may damage the
refrigeration circuit beyond repair.
Replacing the light bulb
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function:
water is ducted to the
To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment,
pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the
instructions below.
back of the appliance by a
special discharge outlet
(see diagram) where the
heat produced by the
compressor causes it to
evaporate. It is necessary
to clean the discharge
hole regularly so that the
Access the light bulb (A)
by unscrewing the fixing
A
screw (B) which is located
at the back of the
lampcover, as shown (see
diagram). Replace it with a
similar light bulb, the
water can flow out easily.
power of which should not
B
exceed 15W.
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Precautions and tips
Disposal
! The appliance was designed and manufactured in
compliance with international safety standards. The
following warnings are provided for safety reasons and
must be read carefully.
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• Observe local environmental standards when
disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires
that old household electrical appliances must not be
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste
stream. Old appliances must be collected separately
in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the
materials they contain and reduce the impact on
human health and the environment. The crossed out
“wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of
your obligation, that when you dispose of the
appliance it must be separately collected.
This appliance complies with the following
Community Directives:
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and
subsequent amendments;
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;
- 2002/96/CE..
General safety
Consumers should contact their local authority or
retailer for information concerning the correct disposal
of their old appliance.
• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside
the home and is not intended for commercial or
industrial use.
• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food
products by adults only and according to the
instructions in this manual.
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in
covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the
appliance exposed to rain and storms.
Respecting and conserving the
environment
• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated
room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight
and do not place it near heat sources.
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or
moist hands and feet.
• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug
from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the
appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It
is not sufficient to set the FREEZER OPERATION and
APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob on OFF (appliance off) to
eliminate all electrical contact.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve
energy.
• Do not fill the appliance with too much food:
cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved
properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will
work continuously.
• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances
should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may
cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.
• Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical
equipment - other than the type recommended by the
manufacturer - inside the frozen food storage
compartments.
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The
internal temperature will increase and force the
compressor to work harder and will consume more
energy.
• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance).
A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food
products more difficult and results in increased
energy consumption.
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into
your mouth.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
lack of experience and knowledge unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to
ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air
from escaping (see Maintenance).
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It
can become a choking or suffocation hazard.
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Troubleshooting
If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (see Assistance), check for a solution from the
following list.
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Malfunctions:
Possible causes / Solutions:
The display does not illuminate.
• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far enough
to make contact, or there is no power in the house.
The motor does not start.
• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and use).
The refrigerator and the freezer do not • The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.
cool well.
• The doors are opened too frequently.
• The OPERATION knobs are not on the correct setting (see Description).
• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.
The food inside the refrigerator is
beginning to freeze.
• The REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob is not on the correct setting (see
Description).
• The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator.
The motor runs continuously.
• The SUPER COOL and/or SUPER FREEZE and/or ICE PARTY functions are
enabled (see Description).
• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.
• The outside ambient temperature is very high.
The appliance makes a lot of noise.
• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is
off. This is not a defect, it is normal.
There is water at the bottom of the
refrigerator.
• The water discharge hole is blocked (see Maintenance).
Door open alarm.
Should the refrigerator door be left open for more than two minutes, the lamp
inside the compartment will begin to flash; after a few seconds, an alarm
buzzer is sounded. To silence this buzzer, just shut the door or press the
SELECT button. Should the door remain open for more than 4 minutes, the
lamp will flash more rapidly.
Abnormal freezer heating alarm.
1. To signal an excessive heating on the part of the freezer (e.g. momentary power
failure), a buzzer will sound and a message comes up on the display “A1” to
signal the dangerous heating of the compartment. To prevent food from
refreezing, the freezer will try to maintain a temperature of 0°C, thus allowing
you to use up the food within 24 hours or to cook them and then refreeze them.
You can turn the buzzer off simply by pressing the SELECT button.
To return to normal operation and cancel the message from the display, you
need to turn the appliance off and on again, turning the appliance FREEZER
OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob.
1. If the temperature inside the freezer continues to rise to excessively high values,
the buzzer will sound yet again and another message “A2” will come up on the
display to signal the dangerous state of overheating. We recommend you check
the conditions of the food, as it may be necessary to throw it away. In all cases,
food should not be refrozen unless you cook it first. To prevent food from
refreezing, the freezer will try to maintain a temperature of 0°C. The buzzer can
be turned off by simply pressing the SELECT button. To return to normal
operation and cancel the message from the display, you need to turn the
appliance off and on again, turning the appliance FREEZER OPERATION and
APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob.
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Assistance
Guarantee
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12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee
Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for
twelve months from the date of purchase.
This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either
workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
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The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and
maintenance instructions.
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The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.
The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any
person not authorised by us.
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Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.
Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.
The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.
The guarantee does not cover:
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Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result of improper
installation.
Replacement of any consumable item or accessory. These included but not limited to: plugs, cables, batteries,
light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.
Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.
THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON-
DOMESTIC PREMISES.
5 Year Parts Guarantee
Indesit also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your
appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers. There will be a charge for our
engineer’s time. To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance, simply call our registration line on 08448 24
24 24 (Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800)
Extended Guarantees
We offer a selection of protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for
the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08448 226 226 (Republic of
Ireland 01 230 0233).
Free Helpdesk Service
We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any
technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Indesit Service Hotline on 08448 224 224
(Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary, to arrange for an engineer to call.
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After Sales Service
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No one is better placed to care for your Indesit appliance during the course of its working life than us – the
manufacturer.
Essential Contact Information
Indesit Service
We are the largest service team in the UK and Ireland offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and
1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.
UK: 08448 224 224
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:
Model number:
Serial number:
Parts and Accessories
We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically
clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.
UK: 08448 225 225
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
Appliance Registration
We want to give you additional benefits of Indesit ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must
register your appliance with us.
UK: 08448 24 24 24
Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate, Dublin 17
Recycling and Disposal Information
As part of Indesit’s continued commitment to helping the environment, Indesit 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 the risk of injury to children, remove the door,
plug, and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the
appliance can no longer be plugged into mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.
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