Installation
52
Ventilation
If the ventilation gaps given are
not observed, the compressor will
run more frequently and for longer
periods.
This will result in increased energy
consumption and a higher operating
temperature for the compressor. This
may, in turn, cause damage to the
compressor.
It is essential to observe the
ventilation gaps given.
Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. The appliance housing unit must
therefore be constructed to allow
sufficient space for ventilation (see
"Building-in dimensions"):
– Air intake
occurs via the plinth at
the bottom of the appliance and the
air escapes at the top
at the back
of the housing unit.
– A ventilation gap of at least 40 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance for air to circulate.
– The ventilation cross-sections in the
plinth, housing unit and above the
appliance must each provide an
unobstructed airflow of at least
200 cm² to ensure that air can
circulate without hindrance.
If ventilation grilles are to be inserted
into the ventilation gaps, the
ventilation gaps must be larger than
200 cm². The unobstructed airflow of
200 cm² is calculated by adding up
the total area of ventilation openings
in the grille.
– Important. The appliance uses less
energy, the larger the ventilation
gaps.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way. They
should be dusted on a regular basis.
