Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site
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 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 with
a thermostat which
is approximate
(set in stages).
With a medium setting of 2
to 3.
With a higher setting: the
lower the temperature, the
higher the energy
consumption.
Temperature
setting with
a thermostat which
is exact to the
degree
(digital display).
Larder section 8 to 12 °C
On appliances with winter
setting, please make sure
that the winter setting is
switched off when the
ambient temperature is
warmer than 18°C.
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
PerfectFresh zone just
above 0 °C
Freezer section -18 °C
Wine storage section 10 to
12 °C
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