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| Product Type | Chest Freezer |
| Brand | Zanussi |
| Model | ZFX 305 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 110 x 60 x 85 cm |
| Net Capacity | 280 liters |
| Weight | 45 kg |
| Energy Class | A+ |
| Annual Consumption | 300 kWh/year |
| Noise Level | 42 dB |
| Voltage | 230 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Power | 120 W |
| Fast Freeze Function | Yes |
| Adjustable Thermostat | Yes |
| Temperature Alarm | Yes |
| Defrosting | Manual |
| Number of Baskets | 2 |
| Climate Type | SN-ST (10 °C to 38 °C) |
| Material | Painted Steel |
| Color | White |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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USER MANUAL ZFX 305 W ZANUSSI
From the Electrolux Group. The world's No.1 choice.
From the Electrolux Group. The world's No.1 choice.
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Before installing and using the appliance read this user's instruction book carefully. It contains safety precautions, hints, information and ideas. If the refrigerator is used in compliance with the instructions written, it will operate properly and provide you with greatest satisfaction.
The symbols below help you to find things more easily:

Safety precautions
Warnings and information at this symbol serve safety for you and your appliance.

Hints, useful information

Environmental information

Symbol for ideas
At this symbol ideas can be found according to food and its storing.

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Contents
Important safety information ....39
General safety precautions....39
Precautions for child safety 39
Safety precautions for installation 39
Safety precautions for isobutane 39
Instruction for the User....40
General information....40
Description of the appliance, main parts.....40
Handling the appliance ....41
Putting it into use 41
Controlling the temperature....41
Freezing 41
Storing 41
How to make ice cubes....41
Some useful information and advice....41
Hints and ideas....41
How to save energy....42
The appliance and environment....42
Maintenance....42
Defrosting 42
Regular cleaning 42
When the refrigerator is not in use....42
Trouble shooting....43
Instructions for the Installer 43
Technical data....43
Installing the appliance 44
Transportation, unpacking 44
Cleaning....44
Placement 44
Change of door opening direction .....45
Electrical connection 45
Storage time chart....46
Warranty and service 46
Guarantee conditions 46
Service and spare parts....46
Declaration of guarantee terms ....46

From the Electrolux Group. The world's No.1 choice.
The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.

Important safety information
General safety precautions
- Keep these instructions and they should remain at the appliance when moving away or changing owner.
- This appliance is designed for storing food, domestic use and being used according to these instructions only.
- Specialised companies that are qualified to do so by the manufacturer must carry out service and repairs including repairing and changing the power cord. Accessory parts supplied by them should be used only for repairing. Otherwise the appliance can be damaged or can cause other damage or injury.
- The appliance is out of circuit only in that case if the plug is removed from the socket. Before cleaning and maintenance always unplug it (do not get it by the cable). If the socket is difficult to reach, switch off the appliance by cutting off the current.
● Power cord must not be lengthened.
● Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the fridge/freezer.
- A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
- Do not place heavy articles or the fridge/freezer itself on the power cord.
- There is a risk of a short circuit and fire.
- Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is being pulled out of its niche.
- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.
- If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
- When cleaning, defrosting, taking out frozen food or ice tray do not use sharp, pointed or hard devices, as they can cause damage to the appliance.
- Be careful not to allow liquids to the temperature control.
- Ice and ice-cream can cause hurt if they are eaten immediately after removal from the frozen food compartment.
- After dissolving frozen food must not be refrozen, it must be used up as soon as possible.
- Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions.
- You must not make defrosting faster with any electric heating appliance or chemicals.
- Do not put hot pot to the plastic parts of the freezer.
- Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance, because they may explode.
- Do not store carbonated drinks, bottled drinks and bottled fruits in the freezer.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, 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.
Precautions for child safety
- Do not allow children to play with the packaging of the appliance. Plastic foil can cause suffocation.
- Adults must handle the appliance. Do not allow children to play with it or its controlling parts.
- If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, 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.
Safety precautions for installation
- Put the appliance to the wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
- When moving the appliance take care of the plug not to be in the socket.
- When placing the appliance take care not to stand it on the power cord.
- Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.
- If the appliance is not placed on floor level, provide appropriate fixing (e. g. using sucking disks).
• See chapter "Placement".
Safety precautions for isobutane
Warning
- The refrigerant of the appliance is isobutane (R600a) that is inflammable and explosive to a greater extent.
- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.
Instructions for the User
General information
The official designation of the appliance is home freezer. According to this the appliance is suitable for storing frozen and deep-frozen food, freezing products in quantity given in the user's instructions at home and making ice.
The appliance can meet the requirements of standards between different temperature limits according to the climate class.
The letter symbol for climate class can be found on the data plate.
Description of the appliance, main parts

- Freezing compartment
- Data plate
- Storing compartment
- Freezing shelf
- Defrost water outlet
- Ice tray
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Legs
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Door gasket
- Thermostat with knob
- Condenser
- Air circulation
- Compressor
- Spacer
Handling the appliance
Putting it into use
Put the plug into the mains socket.
Turn the thermostatic control knob to „SUPER” position according to the figure and operate the appliance at least for 4 hours.
Then reset the thermostatic control knob to „NORMAL” position. This time the appliance is suitable for storing frozen and deep-frozen foods.

Controlling the temperature
The thermostatic controller interrupts the operation of the appliance automatically for more or less time depending on the setting then restarts it assuring the required temperature.
Setting the thermostat knob can be done by rotation. Turning the control knob clockwise cooling becomes more and more intensive.
In the appliance -18 °C or lower temperature can be reached if the thermostat knob is set to „NORMAL” position according to the figure.
The thermostat can be switched off („STOP” position), which means breaking the circuit of the compressor i.e. stopping cooling.
The temperature coming about in the freezer is effected by not only the position of the thermostatic control and the ambient temperature, but frequency of door openings and the quantity of food put into it, etc.

In maximum position of the thermostat - in case of increased demand e.g. during heatwaves - the compressor may operate continually. This does not cause damages to the appliance.
Freezing
Freezing different products should always be done in the freezing compartment after proper preparing.
Set the thermostatic control knob to „SUPER” position 4 hours before freezing food in small quantity and about 24 hours before in case of products in bigger quantity. This time the compressor operates continually to reach temperature necessary for freezing.
Place the foods to be frozen in and operate the appliance as written for about 24 hours.
After these reset the thermostatic control knob to „NORMAL” position.
Storing
It is practical to replace frozen products into the storing compartment after freezing has finished so that to make room in the freezing compartment for another freezing.
Intermediate freezing does not deteriorate foods already stored.
How to make ice cubes
To make ice cubes fill the enclosed ice cube tray with water and put it to the frozen food compartment. Wetting the bottom of the tray can shorten preparing time.
Ready ice cubes can be taken out of the tray under running water then twist or hit it.

Some useful information and advice
- After opening and closing the door of freezer vacuum will rise inside the appliance because of the low temperature. So wait 2-3 minutes after closing the door - if you want to open it again - while inner pressure equalises.
- Take care of operating the freezer at a position of thermostatic control so that the inside temperature can never go beyond -18 °C, since temperature higher than this can deteriorate frozen foods.
- It is practical to make sure of faultless operation of the appliance daily so as to notice possible failure in time and prevent deterioration of frozen foods.
Hints and ideas
In this chapter practical hints and ideas are given about how to use the appliance to reach maximum energy saving and there is environmental information about the appliance as well.

How to save energy
- The colder the ambient temperature of the appliance is the less energy it uses.
- Avoid putting the appliance in a sunny place and near anything that gives off heat.
- Be sure that the condenser and the compressor are well ventilated. Do not cover the sections where ventilation is.
- Wrap products in tightly closing dishes or cling film to avoid building up unnecessary frost.
- Avoid products put in the freezer compartment to touch foods already frozen.
- Do not leave the door open longer than necessary and avoid unnecessary openings.
- Put warm foods into the appliance only when they are at room temperature.
• The condenser must be kept clean.

The appliance and environment
This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. Information on your local disposal sites may be obtained from your municipal authorities.
The materials used on this appliance marked with the sym-pol are recyclable.
Maintenance
Defrosting
Bleeding part of the moisture of cooling chamber in form of frost and ice goes with the operation of the appliance.
Thick frost and ice has an insulating effect, so it reduces cooling efficiency as the temperature increases and needs more energy.
After removing the freezing shelf it is possible to scrape off and remove smaller frost and ice with the enclosed ice scraper.
The tray in figure is not a piece of accessories to the appliance!

When ice coating is so thick that it can not be removed with the frost scraper defrosting is necessary. Its frequency depends on usage.
How to defrost it:
4-5 hours before starting defrosting turn the thermostatic control knob to "SUPER" position so that the stored foods can refrigerate well.
Break the circuit of the appliance.
Take the frozen foods out of the appliance and put them into a basket lined with paper or cloth. Store them in a possibly cool place or replace them into a frozen or fresh food compartment of a refrigerator.
Leave the door open.

Sweep off melting water, which gathers in the outlet channel practically formed in the bottom of the appliance, occasionally with a cloth or sponge in direction of sides. It can be removed if you put an adequately high tray in front of the appliance, which defrost water will flow into.
Defrosting process can be made quicker by placing a pot or dish filled with warm water to the freezing shelf.
After defrosting wipe the wet surfaces.
Apply voltage to the appliance.
Put the foods back.
Regular cleaning
It is practical to clean the inside of the freezer and defrost it at a time.
Household cleaner or soap must not be used.
After breaking the circuit wash the appliance using lukewarm water and wipe it.
Clean the door gasket with clean water.
After cleaning apply voltage to the appliance.
It is recommended to remove the dust and dirt collected on the back of the appliance and the condenser once or twice a year.
When the refrigerator is not in use
In case the appliance will not be used for a long time follow these steps:
Break the circuit of the appliance.
Remove foods from the refrigerator.
Defrost and clean it as written before.
Leave the door open to avoid a build up of air inside.
Trouble shooting
During operation of the appliance some smaller but annoying trouble can often occur, which does not require calling a technician out. In the following chart information is given about them to avoid unnecessary charges on service.
We draw your attention that operation of appliance goes with certain sounds (compressor- and circulating sound). This is not trouble, but means normal operation.
We draw it to your attention again that the appliance operates discontinuously, so the stopping of compressor does not mean being no-current. That is why you must not touch the electrical parts of the appliance before breaking the circuit.
| Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
| The appliance does not cool sufficiently | Thermostatic control is set too low.Before freezing the appliance was not pre-cooled sufficiently.Large-sized food was put in.Too many foods to be frozen were put in.Warm foods were put in.Door is not shut properly. | Set higher position.Pre-cool the appliance for enough time.Cut up food.Put fewer foods to be cooled.Put foods max. at room temperature.Check if the door is shut. |
| The appliance cools too hard | The thermostatic control is set too high. | Set lower position. |
| The appliance does not cool at all | Plug is not connected to the mains socket properly.There is no voltage in the mains socket.Thermostatic control is in „STOP” position. | Check if the connection is proper.Check if there is voltage.Check setting of thermostatic control. |
| The appliance is noisy | The appliance is not supported properly. | Check if the appliance stands stable. |
Inasmuch as the advice does not lead to result, call the nearest brand-mark service.
Instructions for the Installer
Technical data
| Model | ZFX 305 W |
| Gross capacity (l) | 50 |
| Net capacity (l) | 50 |
| Width (mm) | 525 |
| Height (mm) | 520 |
| Depth (mm) | 587 |
| Energy consumption (kWh/24h) | 0,48 |
| (kWh/year) | 175 |
| Energy class, according to EU Standards | A |
| Rated current (A) | 0,7 |
| Freezing capacity (kg/24h) | 7 |
| Rising time (h) | 17 |
| Weight (kg) | 25 |
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Installing the appliance
Transportation, unpacking
It is recommended to deliver the appliance in original packaging, in vertical position considering the protective warning on packaging.
After each transportation the appliance must not be switched on for approx. 2 hours.
Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packaging.
Cleaning
Remove every adhesive tape, which ensure the parts not to move in the appliance.
Wash the inside of the appliance using lukewarm water and mild detergent. Use soft cloth.
After cleaning wipe out the inside of the appliance.
Placement
The ambient temperature has an effect on the energy consumption and proper operation of the appliance. When placing, take into consideration that it is practical to operate the appliance between ambient temperature limits according to the climate class that is given in the chart below and can be found in the data label.
| Class of climate | Ambient temperature |
| SN | +10 ... +32 °C |
| N | +16 ... +32 °C |
| ST | +18 ... +38 °C |
If the ambient temperature goes below the lower data the temperature of the cooling compartment can go beyond the prescribed temperature.
If the ambient temperature goes beyond the upper data this means longer operating time of the compressor, increasing temperature in the cooling compartment or increasing energy consumption.
When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level.

Mount the spacers supplied in the plastic bag of the accessories. Hold the spacer as shown on the Fig., using fine strokes of hammer put it in its place.
Do not stand the appliance on a sunny place or close to a radiator or cooker.
If it is unavoidable because of furnishing and the appliance has to be stood near a cooker take these minimum distances into consideration:
- In case of gas or electric cooker 3 cm must be left, when it is less put a 0,5-1 cm non-flam insulation between the two appliances.
- In case of oil or coal-fired stove the distance must be 30 cms since they give off more heat.
The refrigerator is designed to operate when it is totally pushed to the wall.


When placing the refrigerator keep minimal distances recommended in figure.
A : placing it under a wall-cupboard
B : placing it freely
Change of door opening direction
Should the setting-up or handling demand it, door-opening direction can be refitted from right-handed to left-handed.
Following operations are to be done on the basis of figures and explanations:
- Break the circuit of the appliance.
- Take the covering of top door holder off, unscrew the screws fixing the top door holder (2 pieces) and take it off according to figure.
• Take the door off.

- Remove the screw fixing the lower door holder and the other screw fixing the lower door holder and the foot. Then remove the door holder and the foot as shown in the Figure.
- Loosen the screw fixing the foot opposite the lower door holder in order to remove the foot.
- Fix the door holder and the corresponding foot on the opposite side and then the other loosened foot at the former place of the door holder as shown in the Figure.

Please make sure to place the lower foot below the door holder. The lower foot is recognizable by its 4 ribs on the outer surface.
● Fit the door to the lower door holding pin.
- To fit top door holder remove plastic coverings of door holder holes carefully (e. g. with a knife) and put them on the other side.

- Fix top door holder with 2 screws in the place set free being careful that the edge of the door is parallel with the side of cupboard.
- Put the covering of top door holder back.
- Put over the handle and the plastic nails on the other side.
In case you do not want to perform the procedures above, call the nearest brand-mark service. Technicians will accomplish the refitting expertly for charge.
Electrical connection
This refrigerator is designed to operate on a 230 V AC (\~) 50 Hz supply.
The plug must be put into a socket with protective contact. If there is no such, it is recommended to get an electrician to fit an earthed socket in compliance with standards near the refrigerator.
CE This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:
— 73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications,
- 89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications,
- 96/57 EEC - 96/09/03 (Energy Efficiency Directive) and its subsequent amendments.
Storage time chart
Storage time of deep-frozen and frozen products
| Foods In the fresh food In the **** frozen food | ||
| compartment +2 - +7°C compartment -18°C | ||
| Vegetables:green beans, green peas, mixed vegetables, marrow, corn, etc. 1 day 12 months | ||
| Ready-cooked foods:vegetable dish, trimmings, with meat, etc. 1 day 12 months | ||
| Ready-cooked foods:sirloin steaks, stew from knuckle of ham, meat from pig pudding, etc. 1 day 6 months | ||
| Foods from potatoes, pasta:mashed potato, gnocchi, dumpling, pasta filled with jam, chips 1 day 12 months | ||
| Soups:meat-broth, soup from green beans, soup from green peas, etc. 1 day 6 months | ||
| Fruits:sour cherry, cherry, gooseberry, fruit cream, mashed maroon 1 day 12 months | ||
| Meat:chicken, duck, goose 1 day 5 monthsfillets, tuna fish 1 day 6 months | ||
| Popsicle, ice-cream 1 day 3 weeks | ||
Warranty and service
Guarantee conditions
Service and spare parts
If calling the service is unavoidable, announce the trouble at a brand-mark service nearest to your place.
When announcing the appliance has to be identified according to its data label.
The data label of the appliance is stuck to the wall of the interior beside the vegetable box in the fresh food compartment in the bottom on the left side. All necessary data
are there which are needed to the service announcement (type, model, serial number, etc.). Note here the data from the data label of your appliance:
| Model | |
| Product No. | |
| Serial No. | |
| Date of purchase: |
The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes in the products.
Declaration of guarantee terms
Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be reduced as a result.
This declaration of guarantee terms is based on European Union Directive 99/44/EC and the provisions of the Civil Code. The statutory rights that the consumer has under this legislation are not affected by this declaration of guarantee terms.
This declaration does not affect the vendor's statutory warranty to the end user. The appliance is guaranteed within the context of and in adherence with the following terms:
- In accordance with provisions laid down in paragraphs 2 to 15, we will remedy free of charge any defect that occurs within 24 months from the date the appliance is
delivered to the first end user. These guarantee terms do not apply in the event of use for professional or equivalent purposes.
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Performing the guarantee means that the appliance is returned to the condition it was in before the defect occurred. Defective parts are replaced or repaired. Parts replaced free of charge become our property.
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So as to avoid more severe damage, the defect must be brought to our attention immediately.
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Applying the guarantee is subject to the consumer providing proof of purchase showing the purchase and/or delivery date.
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The guarantee will not apply if damage caused to delicate parts, such as glass (vitreous ceramic), synthetic materials and rubber, is the result of inappropriate use.
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The guarantee cannot be called on for minor faults that do not affect the value or the overall reliability of the appliance.
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The statutory warranty does not apply when defects are caused by:
— a chemical or electrochemical reaction caused by water,
— abnormal environmental conditions in general,
— unsuitable operating conditions,
— contact with harsh substances.
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The guarantee does not apply to defects due to transport which have occurred outside of our responsibility. Nor will the guarantee cover those caused by inadequate installation or assembly, lack of maintenance or failure to respect the assembly instructions or directions for use.
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Defects that result from repairs or measures carried out by people who are not qualified or expert or defects that result from the addition of non-original accessories or spare parts are not covered by the guarantee.
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Appliances that are easy to transport may be delivered or sent to the consumer services department. Home repairs are only anticipated for bulky appliances or built-in appliances.
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If the appliances are built-in, built-under, fixed or suspended in such a way that removing and replacing them in the place where they are fitted takes more than half an hour, the costs that result therefrom will be charged for. Connected damage caused by these removal and replacement operations will be the responsibility of the user.
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If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same defect repeatedly is not conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement
with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another appliance of the same value.
In this event, we reserve the right to ask for a financial contribution calculated according to the length of time it has been used.
- A repair under guarantee does not mean that the normal guarantee period will be extended nor that a new guarantee period begins.
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We give a twelve month guarantee for repairs, limited to the same defect.
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Except in the event where liability is legally imposed, this declaration of guarantee terms excludes any compensation for damage outside the appliance for which the consumer wishes to assert his rights. In the event of legally admitted liability, compensation will not exceed the purchase price paid for the appliance.
These guarantee terms are only valid for appliances purchased and used in Belgium. For exported appliances, the user must first make sure that they satisfy the technical conditions (e.g.: voltage, frequency, installation instructions, type of gas, etc.) for the country concerned and that they can withstand the local climatic and environmental conditions. For appliances purchased abroad, the user must first ensure that they meet the qualifications required in Belgium. Non-essential or requested adjustments are not covered by the guarantee and are not possible in all cases.
Our consumer services department is always at your disposal, even after the guarantee period has expired.
Address for our consumer services department:
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS BELGIUM Bergensesteenweg, 719 - 1502 LEMBEEK Tel. 02.3630444

From the Electrolux Group. The world's No.1 choice.
The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerations, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.