Bertazzoni Freezer Column Message "Check Condenser": Six-Month cleaning reminder

What Check condenser means

On Bertazzoni built-in freezer columns with a TFT display, such as the REF24FCIPRR, REF30FCIPIXL and REF18FCIPRL, the Check Cond message is a maintenance reminder that appears every 6 months. It asks you to clean the condenser. It is not a breakdown. The freezer keeps running, but a condenser coated with dust has to work harder to shed heat. The display shows the words Check Cond.

Common causes of Check condenser

Six-month cleaning interval reached
Dust and pet hair built up on the condenser
Condenser grille covered by lint
Airflow around the cabinet restricted

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Open the grille or kick plate at the bottom of the column as shown for your model. 2. Vacuum the condenser and the grille with a soft brush attachment. 3. Keep fingers away from fan blades. 4. Replace the grille. 5. Make sure nothing blocks the air openings. If the reminder returns right away or the freezer runs warm, call us.

! Why to stop there

The message is only a reminder, so no repair is needed in most cases.
A dirty condenser makes the compressor run longer and wastes energy.
Taking apart the back or the machine compartment is not safe for owners.
If the freezer runs warm after cleaning, we check it and quote in writing first.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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Check condenserCheck condenser questions

How often does Check Cond appear?

It comes up every 6 months as a reminder. After you clean the condenser, the display goes back to normal and the count starts again.

What should I use to clean the condenser?

A vacuum with a soft brush is best. Avoid water and sharp tools, since the area has fins and wiring. Keep the freezer closed while you work.

My freezer is warm after cleaning. Now what?

Check that the door seals shut and that nothing blocks the vents inside. If it is still warm after a few hours, call us and we will test the cooling.

Bertazzoni Freezer Column Message “Check Condenser”: Six-Month cleaning reminder

What Check condenser means

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