Instructions for Installation and Use
Freezer
Model RZA 21
PRODUCT SAFETY
ATTENTION
not place ice cubes straight from the freezer into your mouth
as this may result in burns.
7. Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from
the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off the gen-
eral switch in your home).
8. Before disposing of your old appliance, remember to break
or remove the lock as a safety measure to protect children
who might lock themselves inside the appliance when playing.
In addition, if the appliance is a new one with a lock, keeo the
key out of the reach of small children.
9. If your appliance is not operating properly, read the chapter
entitled, “Trouble Shooting”, which might help you resolve
the problem, before calling an after-sales service centre. Do
not attempt to repair the appliance by tampering with the
internal components.
10. If the power supply cord must be replaced, please contact
one of our Customer Service Centers. In some cases, the con-
nections are made using special terminals and in others a spe-
cial tool must be used to access the connections.
11. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment for
food storage, if these are not those recommended by the
manufacturer.
12. At the end of the functional life of your appliance –
containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and perhaps
gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit – the latter
should made safe before being sent to the dump.
For this operation, please contact your dealer or the Local
Organisation in charge of waste disposal.
Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions
which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of
your appliance. Your Refrigerator is built to International
safety standards (EN60) ans has been awarded the Euro-
pean approval mark (IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical
safety requirements. It also meets the EC standards on the
prevention and elimination of readio interference (EC direc-
tive 87/308 - 02.06.89).
1. This appliance is designed to be used indoors and under no
circumstances should it be installed outside even if protected
by a roof. Leaving the appliance exposed to the rain and
whether is exceedingly dangerous.
2. The appliance should be used only by adults and exclusively
for storing foodstuffs in compliance with the instructions pro-
vided in this manual. Under no circumstances should children
be allowed to operate, or tamper with, this product.
3. Do not attempt to operate or handle this appliance when
barefoot, or with wet hands or feet.
4. It is highly recommended that you do not operate this ap-
pliance by connecting it to the power supply with extensions
or multiple socket plugs. If the refrigerator has been installed
between two cabinets, make sure that the supply chord is not
dangerously crimped or trapped beneath a heavy object.
5. Never pull the cable or the appliance to remove the plug
from the socket; this is exceedingly dangerous.
6. Do not touch the internal cooling elements, especially if
your hands are wet, since you could burn or hurt yourself. Do
INSTALLATION
Level
To ensure that the appliance operates properly and to
reduce energy consumption, it is important that the
appliance is installed correctly.
The appliance must be level. If the floor is not level, the adjust-
able feet located in front can be used to level the appliance.
Electrical Connection and Earthing
Ventilation
Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure that
the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located within the
freezer, corresponds to the mains voltage in your home and that
the socket is fitted with a standard earthing wire in accordance
with safety standards for 46/90 systems. If the socket is not
fitted with an earthing wire, the manufacturer will not be held
liability for any damages and or injuries arising out of the use of
the appliance. Do not use multiple sockets or adapters.
Position the appliance in such a way that you can access
the socket where it is plugged in.
The compressor and condenser generate heat and, there-
fore, need to be ventilated properly. Rooms with less than
perfect ventilation are not very suited for installation of the
appliance. Therefore, it should be installed in a room with
an opening (window or French window) that provide the
appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important
that the room not be too humid.
During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the
grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance.
For proper ventilation of the appliance, you must leave:
- a space of at least 10 cm between the top part and any
cabinets above it;
Insufficient power?
The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum
power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rating
- a space of at least 5 cm between the sides of the appliance
and any adjacent cabinets/walls.
plate located within the freezer
.
Away from Heat
Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly
exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like.
Before making the electrical connection ...
After the appliance has been delivered, place it in the vertical
upright position and wait at least 3 hours before inserting the
plug into the socket in order to ensure that it functions properly.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Fitting a new plug
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug
that can be plugged into a 13amp socket for
immediate use. Before using the appliance please
read the instructions below.
IMPORTANT:
WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue
Brown
- Neutral
- Live
Replacing fuse covers:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used
and the fuse cover re-fitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used
until a replacement is obtained.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
- Connect Green and Yellow wire to
terminal marked 'E' or
Green and Yellow.
or coloured
Replacement fuse covers:
- Connect Brown wire to terminal marked
'L' or coloured red or brown.
- Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N'
or coloured Black or Blue.
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking
or the colour that is embossed in words on the base
of the plug.
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be
fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be
protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or
adaptor or at the distribution board.
Changing the plug:
Removing the plug
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug
and you should wish to remove it to add a longer
cable or to re-route the mains cable through
partitions, units etc. please ensure that either:
- The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-
wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of
approval.
If you are in any doubt about the electrical
supply to your machine, consult a qualified
electrician before use.
or
- The mains cable is wired directly into a
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)
which is accessible without moving the
appliance.
CE Marking certifies that this appliance
conforms to the following EEC
directives :
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC &
93/68 EEC
Disposing of the plug
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does
not fit your socket. The cable should be cut as close
as possible to the moulded plug.
Remove the fuse.
WARNING:
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the
discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.
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GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE
a) the door is left open for an extended period of
Power Supply Indicator Light
A
B
C
time (when the freezer is being loaded or unloaded).
b) the “C” knob is turned to the “Fast Freeze”
setting.
In these two cases, the fact that the warning light
comes on does not indicate that the freezer is
malfunctioning or there is a defect.
The green light will come on and stay on while the
appliance is connected to the mains and is operat-
ing normally.
Fast Freeze Indicator Light
This yellow indicator light will come on when the
"C" knob is on the Fast Freeze setting.
Storage Compartments
Fast freeze Compartment
Levelling feet
E
F
Temperature Adjustment Knob
This regulates the temperature inside the appliance
automatically.
To adjust the temperature control, use a coin to turn
the knob.
G
Warning Light
D
When this red warning light comes on for a prolonged
period of time, it means that the freezer is not func-
tioning properly and the temperature is rising too
much. (Call your Service Centre)
This warning light might come on for a brief period
when:
A
B
C
D
F
E
G
G
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GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE
NOTICE
Once the appliance is connected to the mains, the green "A"
After transport stand the appliance upright and wait
at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the
mains to ensure proper performance.
Use average temperature settings to ensure optimum
performance and to save energy.
and the red "D" lights will come on. Turn the "C" knob to
the Fast Freeze setting (the yellow "B" light will come on).
When the red "D" light turns off, turn the "C" knob to one
of the normal settings. .
At this point, the freezer is ready for use.
How to use your freezer
Storage
Tips on Freezing
Follow the instructions on the packages of frozen foods scrupu-
lously. If none are provided, do not store the food for more than 3
months from the date of purchase.
When purchasing frozen foods, make sure that they have been
stored at the proper temperature and that the package is properly
sealed. When purchasing frozen foods, it is best to transport them
in appropriate containers to keep them cold and then place them
in the freezer immediately.
- Remember that you should never refreeze products you have
allowed to thaw, even if only partially. Once thawed, cook
the food, then either eat (within 24 hours) or refreeze it
- Consult a specialized manual when packaging foods for
freezing.
- For the best storage and thawing, remember to freeze
small portions. This will ensure rapid and uniform freezing.
Mark package with a description of the contents and the
date it was frozen.
If the package is damp on the outside or is abnormally swollen, it
is likely that the package was stored at an inadequate tempera-
ture and the food has deteriorated.
- Freeze only the quantities (in kg) shown on the data plate
on the inside of the freezer.
- Turn the "C" knob to the Fast Freeze setting (the yellow
"B" light will come on).
- Place the fresh food that is being frozen into the top com-
partments (F), making sure not to place them near food
that has already been frozen, but preferably in contact with
the cooling surfaces. In fact, proper food storage depends
on the speed at which the fresh food is frozen. For this
reason, we suggest that the temperature knob be placed
on the Fast Freeze setting 24 hours before fresh food is
placed in the appliance to be frozen. This operation is
necessary for large quantities of food (up to the maxi-
mum capacity indicated on the data plate).
- During the freezing process, avoid opening the door of
the freezer.
- Placing substantial amounts of fresh food in the appliance
may temporarily raise the temperature within the freezer
(the red light will turn on). Since this is a temporary situa-
tion, it will not compromise the storage of the food that
has already been frozen.
- After 24 hours have passed and the fresh food has been
frozen, turn the "C" knob back to one of the normal set-
tings.
Attention: Do not forget to change the temperature set-
ting if you want to avoid useless wastes of energy.
- In the case of power failure or breakdown, do not open
the freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature
inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for at
least 20 hours.
- Do not place full bottles in the freezer because liquids
increase in volume when they freeze and this could cause
the bottles to burst.
- Fill the ice cube trays three-quarters of the way full.
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FOOD STORAGE
Meat and Fish
Tenderising
(days)
Storage
(months)
Food
Wrapping
Tinfoil
Thawing Time
Not required.
Not required.
Not required.
Not required.
Beef Roast
Lamb
2 / 3
1 / 2
1
9 / 10
Tinfoil
6
6
8
Pork Roast
Veal Roast
Tinfoil
Tinfoil
1
Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in
tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)
Veal/Pork Chops
Veal/Lamb Cutlets
Minced Meat
6
6
2
Not required.
Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in
tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)
Not required.
In aluminium containers covered with cling
wrap.
Freshly minced
Slowly in refrigerator.
Heart and Liver
Sausages
Plastic Baggies
Cling Wrap or Tinfoil
Tinfoil
3
2
Not required.
As necessary.
Chicken and Turkey
Duck and Goose
1 / 3
1 / 4
1 / 3
3 / 4
5 / 6
9
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
Not required.
Tinfoil
6
Pheasant, Partrige and
Wild Duck
Tinfoil
9
Hare and Rabbit
Venison
Tinfoil
6
Tinfoil or Cling Wrap
Tinfoil or Cling Wrap
Plastic Baggies
Plastic Baggies
9
Large Fish
Small Fish
Crustaceans
Shellfish
4 / 6
2 / 3
3 / 6
3
Not required.
Store in salted water in aluminium
containers or plastic containers.
Very slowly in refrigerator.
In hot water.
Boiled Fish
Fried Fish
Tinfoil or Cling Wrap
Plastic Baggies
12
4 / 6
Directly in pan.
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FOOD STORAGE
Fruits and Vegetables
Blanching
Time
Storage
(months)
Food
Preparation
Wrapping
Thawing Time
In Containers (cover
with syrup)
Apples and Pears
Peel and cut into slices.
Peel and pit.
2’
12
12
In refrigerator very slowly
In refrigerator very slowly
Apricots, Peaches,
Cherries and Plums
In Containers (cover
with syrup)
1’ / 2’
Strawberries
Blackberries and
Raspberries
In Containers (cover
with sugar)
Rinse and fry.
10 / 12
In refrigerator very slowly
In Containers (add
10% sugar)
Cooked Fruit
Fruit Juice
Cut, cook and strain.
Wash, cut and crush.
12
In refrigerator very slowly
In refrigerator very slowly
In Containers (sugar to
taste)
10 / 12
Remove leaves, cut head into
small pieces and blanch in
water and a little lemon juice.
Cauliflower
2’
Plastic Baggies
12
Not required.
Cabbage and Brussel Wash and cut into small
1’ / 2’
2’
Plastic Baggies
Plastic Baggies
Plastic Baggies
Plastic Baggies
10 / 12
12
At room temperature.
Not required.
Sprouts
pieces.
Peas
Shell and wash.
French Beans
Wash and slice if required.
2
10 / 12
12
Not required.
Carrots, Peppers and Peel, wash and slice if
3’ / 4’
3’ / 4’
2’
Not required.
Turnips
necessary.
Mushrooms and
Asparagus
Plastic Baggies or
Containers
Wash, peel and cut up.
6
At room temperature.
At room temperature.
Not required.
Spinach
Wash and mince.
Plastic Baggies
12
Wash and cut up in small
pieces.
Plastic Baggies or
Containers
Vegetable for Soups
Various Foods
Bread
3’
6 / 7
Blanching
Time
Storage
(months)
Preparation
Wrapping
Thawing time
At room temperature and
in the oven.
Plastic Baggies
4
6
About 10 minutes at room
temperature, cook at
100/200°C.
Cakes
Plastic Baggies
At room temperature or
in refrigerator.
Cream
Butter
Plastic Containers
6
6
In original wrapping or
tinfoil
In refrigerator.
Boiled Food or
Vegetable Soup
Plastic or Glass
Containers
At room temperature or
in hot water.
3 / 6
10
Freeze without shells
in small containers
At room temperature or
in refrigerator.
Eggs
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ENERGY SAVING TIPS
- Install the Appliance Correctly
- Check the Door Seals
This means that the appliance should be installed away from
Keep the seals clean and pliable so that they fit closely against
sources of heat or direct sunlight, in a well ventilated room.
the door to ensure that no cold air is lost.
- Correct Temperature Settings
- Avoid Frost Buildup
Set the freezer temperature knob to one of the medium
settings. Very low temperatures will not only consume a great
deal of energy, but will neither improve nor lengthen the
storage life of the food.
Remember to check the sides of the freezer for frost. When
the frost becomes too thick, defrost the freezer immediately
(See, "Caring for Your Appliance").
- Shut the Doors
Open your appliance only when strictly necessary - every
time you open the door most of the cold air will be lost. In
order to restore the correct temperature, the motor will have
to run and consume energy.
CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE
Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance
from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning
off the general switch in your home).
To speed up defrosting, one or more pots of warm water
can be placed inside the appliance.
While defrosting the freezer, it is a good idea to wrap the
food taken from the freezer in several layers of paper and
place it in a cool place. Since the temperature of the frozen
food will inevitably rise, it is best to consume it quickly as its
storage life will have been shortened.
Defrosting
WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed
up the defrosting process, unless they have been rec-
ommended by the manufacturer.
Cleaning and Maintenance
It is a good idea to remove the frost buildup from the inside
of the appliance from time to time.
Make sure not to use pointed metal objects to do so as this
could result in piercing the refrigeration circuits, causing ir-
reparable damage to the appliance. Use the plastic scraper
provided with the freezer.
The inside of the freezer should be cleaned on a periodic
basis after it has been defrosted. Only use a water and bi-
carbonate solution to clean the appliance. Do not use abra-
sive cleaning products, detergents or soap. After the inside
has been cleaned, rinse well with clean water and dry care-
fully.
To defrost the freezer completely (which should be done
once or twice a year), disconnect the appliance from the
power supply and leave the door open until all the frost has
melted.
Once the appliance has been cleaned, turn on the appli-
ance, following the instructions in "Setting Up Your Appli-
ance."
The freezer is equipped with a system to drain the water
from the defrosting procedure. Simply, place a container in
the position indicated in fig. 1.
Fig. 1
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The Green Light is Off
Have you checked if:
· there is power to the unit?
· the main power switch to the house is on?
· Check the plug is firmly position in the wall socket and the
power supply is switched on.
If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or
the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre and in-
form them of: the type of problem, the abbreviation of the
model name (Mod.) and the relative numbers (S/N) written
on the rating plate located within the freezer (see examples
in the figures below).
· Check that the thermostat setting is not in the Off position
· Check the power supply with another appliance
· Check the fuse in the plug
TI
93139180000
Cod.
S/N 704211801
RG 2330
Mod.
Fuse
A
Max 15 w
220 - 240 V-
50 Hz 150 W
W
The Red Alarm Light is Always On
Have you checked if:
· the door is closed properly and the seal is still OK?
· the door is being opened too often?
· the temperature knob is on the right setting?
· there is too much frost buildup?
Class
Freez. Capac
Poder de Cong Clase
340
75
Total
Net
Util
Utile
Pressure
HIGH-235
Gross
Bruto
Brut
Compr.
Syst.
Gross
Bruto
Brut
Gross
Bruto
Brut
N
Classe
kg/24 h 4,0
Test
R 134 a
P.S-I.
kg 0,090
Made in Italy 13918
Kompr.
LOW 140
The Motor Runs Constantly
Have you checked if:
Never call on unauthorized technicians and always
refuse spare parts which are not originals.
· the yellow light is on (constant operation setting)?
· the thermostat is on the right setting?
The Appliance Makes Too Much Noise
Have you checked if:
· the freezer is level?
· the appliance has been installed between cabinets that
vibrate and make noise?
· it is the noise made by the refrigerant, which occurs even
when the compressor is off (this is not a defect).
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DOOR REVERSAL
Warning: Before attempting to remove the door, switch off the electrical supply and pull out the mains plug.
It is recommended that you remove any loose items/fittings from inside the appliance and place food into insulated containers
whilst carrying out this operation.
You may require assistance to carefully lay the appliance onto its back onto suitable protective materials (i.e. original packaging).
Remove the door
1. Lay down the appliance on its back.
2. Unscrew, remove and retain the bottom hinge pin.
3. Slightly open the door and slide downward, remove and carefully place to one side.
4. Unscrew the hinge pin from the top right hand side and refit the pin into the hole in left hand side.
5. Use a thin blunt instrument to remove the top and bottom hinge bushes and blanking plugs from the
door, take care not to mark the door handle.
Reposition the blanking plugs and bushes on the opposite side.
3
4
2
1
5
Replacing the door
1 .Carefully slide the door upward into the hinge pin.
2 .Fit the bottom hinge pin making sure that the door is aligned to the cabinet.
3. Carefully stand the appliance upright in it’s required location and make sure it is sitting level on the floor. Open and close
the door checking that the gasket makes a good seal without any gaps when the door is closed.
Note: Replace loose items/fittings back into the appliance and leave for at least 15 minutes before switching back on.
1
3
2
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NOTES
12
NOTES
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After Sales Service
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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
period
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FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the
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Guarantee
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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 service or
visit our web-site at www.theservicecentre.co.uk and where necessary, we will arrange for 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.
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Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the
following provisions that your appliance:
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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).
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Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance
rating plate.
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Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our
own service engineers.
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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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Key Contacts
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 - Fri, 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 - Fri & 9 to 12 Sat)
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
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