10Installation instructionsInstallation locationThe appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilatedroom.The installation location should neither be exposedto direct sunlight nor near a heat source, e.g. a cooker,radiator, etc.If installation near a heat source is unavoidable, usea suitable insulating plate or observe the followingminimum distances to a heat source: to electric or gas cookers 3 cm. to an oil-fired or solid-fuel cooker 30 cm.Observing ambient temperatureand ventilationAmbient temperatureThe climatic class can be found on the rating plate It statesthe room temperature within which the appliance canbe operated.VentilationNever cover the ventilation openings in the base panel.The cooling motor otherwise has to increase ist output,and this increases the electricity consumption.FixingFor secure installation, the appliance screwed to neigh-bouring kitchen furniture and/or units.It is very important therefore that all bordering furnitureand/or units are fixed securely to the floor and/or walls.If making structural changes fix the appliance in placeagain corresponding to the the installation instructions.Subsurfacem CautionThe appliance is very heavy! Wine storage cabinet 45.7 cm (18") 245 kg Wine storage cabinet 61.0 cm (24") 310 kgA load-bearing base is necessary because of the heavyweight of the fully laden appliance.In case of doubt, consult an architect or structuralengineer.The floor of the installation location must not give way;if required, reinforce floor.Connecting the appliancem CautionHave a technician install and connect the applianceaccording to the enclosed installation instructions.After installing the appliance, wait at least 8 hours untilthe appliance starts up. During transportation the oil in thecompressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system.Before switching on the appliance for the first time, cleanthe interior (see “Cleaning the appliance”).Apart from statutory national regulations, you shouldadhere to the connection terms applied by local electricityand water companies.Do not remove the transportation protection devices fromthe shelves and storage compartments until the appliancehas been installed.Climate class Permitted ambienttemperatureSN +10 ° C to 32 ° CN +16 ° C to 32 ° CST +16 ° C to 38 ° CT +16 ° C to 43 ° C