You will need your model number to find the correct part for your Hotpoint, Indesit, Canon or Creda appliance

You will sometimes see reference to a 'date code' this refers to when the appliance was manufactured, This is part of the serial number of the appliance and is the first two digits
i.e. If the serial number is 24568597, the date code is '24'

Model numbers are located in various locations depending on the appliance

Washing machines and washer dryers

These are mainly located on the inside of the door frame on  sticker together with the serial number

Tumble dryers

These are mainly located on the inside of the door frame on  sticker together with the serial number

Dishwashers

Sometimes the number is engraved on the top of the stainless steel door liner, or sometimes on the side of the door liner

Fridges and freezers

Normally located behind the salad drawers or on the roof of the fridge or freezer liner

Ovens and cookers

Often located on the plynth or inside the door glass of freestanding cookers, sometimes on the door frame of built in appliances