18Installation conditionsLocationClimate classesThe climate class is given on the rating plate.It provides details about the range of room temper-atures the appliance can be operated at.Installation nicheThe specified dimensions of the installation nichemust be observed to guarantee the proper installa-tion of the appliance and the design of the cabinetfront.It is particularly important that the installationniche is square. The side walls must be smooth,not have any protrusions or unevenness.Use the appropriate tools, e.g. spirit level, diagonalmeasurements, etc. to determine whether theinstallation niche is square.The side walls and the crown of the installationniche must be at least 16 mm thick.Neighbouring cabinetryThe new appliance is screwed firmly in place withthe neighbouring cabinet parts.Care should be taken to ensure that all cupboardsonto which something is fastened, are connectedfirmly to the floor or the wall.The Plinth can be a maximum 19 mm thick.SurfaceFingerschutzElectrical connectionG Important!Do not install appliance– outdoors– in damp rooms– in rooms with a risk of frostG Important!A fully loaded appliance is very heavyCan weigh up to 540 kg.G Important!Never install and operate an appliance withoutfinger protection.G Important!Never connect the appliance to an energy-savingplug or a converter that transforms direct currentinto 230 V alternating current, (e.g. solar installa-tions, power supply on board a ship).To ensure that the appliance is installed securelyand functions properly, the surface must be leveland even.The floor must consist of a hard, rigid material.The floor in the installation area must have the sameheight as the floor in the rest of the room.Due to the heavy weight of a fully loaded appliance,the floor beneath must be stable.If in doubt, consult an architect, structural engineeror construction expert.The appliance should be installed in a dry, wellventilated room.The location of the appliance should not be subjectto direct sunlight or near a source of heat, such asa cooker, a radiator, etc. If installation next to aheat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulat-ing plate or observe the following minimum dis-tances from the heat source:– 30 mm from an electric cooker,– 300 mm from an oil or solid-fuel-fired cooker.Climate class Permissible room temperaturesSN +10 °C to 32 °CN +16 °C to 32 °CST +18 °C to 38 °CT +18 °C to 43 °CThe finger protection feature is a safety devicewhich is fitted on the hinge side of the appliancedoor.When the appliance door is open, it prevents chil-dren from putting their hands in the gap betweenthe appliance door and the appliance and injuringthemselves when the door is closed.Do not use an extension cable, adapter or distribu-tor. To connect this appliance use a built-in wallsocket.The socket used for connecting the appliance mustbe easily accessible.Connect the appliance to a 220 – 240 V/50 Hzalternating current using a socket which has beenproperly installed. The socket must be protectedusing a 10 amp fuse or higher.With appliances operated in non-European coun-tries, check the rating plate to see if the specifiedvoltage and type of current is compatible with thevalues of the power supply. The location of the rat-ing plate is specified in the "Contacting customerservice/rating plate" section. If a mains cable mustbe replaced, this can only be done by a skilled pro-fessional.