I was fairly hesitant in choosing a zanussi machine, it was delivered 4 days ago, so may be a bit early to review but first impressions are very favourable. Delivered only one hour late courtesy of Dixons, so fairly pleased with their service throughout. It replaced an AEG unit and appears to be of equal quality. It is actually quieter than the AEG even though it is a faster spin speed. Sides get rather hot when drying cycle is in use, but that may be beacuase it is never off given our weather. Bear in mind it is a large machine and iit protrudes past worktop edge slightly, mainly due to the door lid, so check perpendicular units will not foul on it, our dishwasher is very close to doing so).
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