Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room.
In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.
Where there is a high
ambient room temperature.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered up
or dusty.
Compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger) dusted at
least once a year.
Dust build-up on the
compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger).
Temperature
setting
Refrigerator section 4 to 5°C With a low temperature
setting: the colder the
temperature in the
refrigerator, the higher the
energy consumption.
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