Saving energy
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Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room.
In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source (radi-
ator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20 °C.
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 25 °C.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger) at the back
of the appliance dusted at
least once a year.
Dust build-up on the com-
pressor and metal grille (heat
exchanger).
Temperature
setting
With a medium setting of 2
to 3.
With a low temperature set-
ting: the lower the temperat-
ure in the appliance, the
higher the energy consump-
tion.
If your appliance has a
winter setting make sure it is
switched off if the ambient
room temperature is
above18 °C.
