The RVF497190 is a Vario cooling Expressive series freezer measuring 213.4 x 90 cm with a total volume of 631 litres. It features a dark brushed stainless steel interior with anthracite aluminium elements, warm-white glare-free LED lighting and flexible storage with shelves, door racks and fully extendable drawers. With no-frost technology, an integrated ice maker, opening assist options and Home Connect digital services, it is designed for high-capacity freezing with refined presentation.

Key Features

Vario cooling Expressive series freezer with dimensions of 213.4 x 90 cm.
Dark brushed stainless steel interior refined with solid anthracite aluminium elements.
Warm-white, glare-free LED lighting (3000 K) for optimal food presentation in all compartments.
Opening assist for door with push-to-open for handleless fronts and pull-to-open for use with a handle.
Total volume 631 litres offering generous freezer storage capacity.
Flexible storage layout with 3 aluminium-framed safety glass shelves and 3 height-adjustable door racks.
Three fully extendable drawers with a cushioned closing system for convenient access.
Dynamic cold air distribution and automatic defrosting with defrost water evaporation.
No-frost technology with fast freezing at −30 °C and a 4-star freezer compartment.
Adjustable freezer temperature from −16 °C to −24 °C.
Freezing capacity 29 kg / 24 h and storage time after a malfunction of 21 h.
Integrated ice maker hidden in one drawer with fixed water connection and approx. 2.4 kg / 24 h ice production.
Removable ice storage container with approx. 3 kg capacity and integrated ice cube scoop.
Home Connect digital services including remote control, monitoring and software updates.
Rest mode certified by Star-K, with door opening possible only using a handle when rest mode is active.
Open-door and malfunction alarm for added convenience.
Energy efficiency class D with annual energy consumption of 311 kWh/year.
Low noise level of 38 dB (A) re 1 pW.
Flat dark brushed stainless steel inner door and flat hinge with reversible left door hinge.
Flexible positioning of shelves and door racks through a hidden rail system.
Drawers in RVC and RVF models positioned at the same height for aligned shelves and racks in side-by-side installation.
Automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient illumination and user guidance via light and display response.
Hidden touch display for operation.
Included accessories: 1 x ice cube scoop, 1 x large ice storage container.
Optional accessories including water filter, stainless steel doors, handles, trims and side-by-side installation kits.

Technical Specifications

Product name	RVF497190 freezer Vario cooling Expressive series
Series	Vario 400, Expressive series
Dimensions	213.4 x 90 cm
Total volume	631 litres
Interior material and finish	Dark brushed stainless steel interior, refined with solid anthracite aluminium elements; flat dark brushed stainless steel inner door
Lighting	Warm-white, glare-free LED lighting (3000 K) within freezer compartment; warm white and glare-free LED light concept for all compartments
Freezer technology	No-frost technology with fast freezing at −30 °C; dynamic cold air distribution; automatic defrosting with defrost water evaporation
Freezer compartment rating	4-star freezer compartment
Temperature range	−16 °C to −24 °C
Freezing capacity	29 kg / 24 h
Storage time after malfunction	21 h
Shelves	3 aluminium-framed safety glass shelves, individually adjustable in height
Door racks	3 height-adjustable door racks; flexible positioning through hidden rail system
Drawers	3 fully extendable drawers with cushioned closing system
Opening assist	Opening assist for door with push-to-open and pull-to-open functions; cushioned door closing system
User interface	Hidden touch display; user guidance through light and display response to drawer interaction; automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient illumination
Digital services	Selected digital services (Gaggenau Home Connect): remote control and monitoring, software updates
Rest mode	Rest mode certified by Star-K; when active, the appliance can only be opened using a handle
Alarms	Open-door and malfunction alarm
Ice maker	Hidden in one drawer; fixed water connection (inlet); can be switched off; ice cube production approx. 2.4 kg / 24 h; removable ice storage container with approx. 3 kg capacity; integrated, easily accessible ice cube scoop; particle filter for water inlet integrated in ventilation grille area; saturation indicator shown in touch display
Freezer burn and oxidation protection	Freezer burn protection; oxidation protection
Energy efficiency class	D (at a range of energy efficiency classes from A to G)
Energy consumption	311 kWh/year
Noise level	38 dB (A) re 1 pW
Door hinge and opening angle	Door hinge left, reversible; door opening angle of 115°, fixable at 90°
Maximum door panel weight	38 kg
Electrical connection	Total connected load 0.300 KW; connecting cable 3.0 m, pluggable
Water connection	Water inlet; supply hose 1.8 m with 3/4' connection; water pressure 2 bar to 8 bar
Required shut-off valve	Shut-off valve for water connection must be planned next to the appliance and always be accessible
Water pressure limitation	If the water pressure exceeds 0.8 MPa (8 bar), connect pressure relief valve between water tap and hose set
Side-by-side alignment	Drawers in RVC and RVF models positioned at the same height; with side-by-side installation, glass shelves and door racks can be aligned on the same level
Included accessories	1 x ice cube scoop; 1 x large ice storage container
Optional accessories	RA450012: Water filter Vario 400 installation accessories; RA425110: Vario SS handle 1131 mm; RA460020: Frontpanel connection long; RVA421924: SS door with handle 90 cm (35.5'); RVA423141: Side trims, 3 mm; RVA428924: SS door w/o handle 90 cm (35.5'); RVA460000: Installationskit side-by-side; RVA460020: Backward compatibility kit SbS; RVA460900: Replacement kit SbS, 91.4 cm/36'; RVA460910: Replacement kit single unit, 91.4 cm/36'; RVA466900: Door direction change kit 90 cm (35.5')
Date of specification	2025-12-02

Additional Details and Installation Information

Handling and operation

The appliance features opening assist for the door and a cushioned door closing system. User guidance is provided through light and display response to drawer interaction, with automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient illumination. A hidden touch display is used for control.

Freezing and storage

The freezer uses dynamic cold air distribution and no-frost technology with fast freezing at −30 °C. It offers freezer burn protection and oxidation protection. The temperature can be adjusted between −16 °C and −24 °C, with a freezing capacity of 29 kg / 24 h and a storage time after a malfunction of 21 h.

Three aluminium-framed safety glass shelves are individually adjustable in height. A hidden rail system allows flexible positioning of shelves and door racks, and there are three height-adjustable door racks. Three fully extendable drawers with a cushioned closing system provide easy access to frozen goods.

Ice maker use

The ice maker is hidden in one drawer to optimise usable space and is connected via a fixed water inlet. It can be switched off when not needed. Ice cube production is approximately 2.4 kg / 24 h, with a removable ice storage container offering approximately 3 kg capacity. An integrated, easily accessible ice cube scoop is provided.

A particle filter for the water inlet is integrated in the ventilation grille area, with a saturation indicator shown on the touch display.

Rest mode and safety

Rest mode is certified by Star-K. When rest mode is active, the appliance can only be opened using a handle. The unit is equipped with open-door and malfunction alarms.

Planning and installation notes

Flat hinge with left door hinge; the hinge is reversible.
Door opening angle of 115°, fixable at 90°.
Maximum door panel weight is 38 kg.
Shut-off valve for the water connection must be planned next to the appliance and always be accessible.
If water pressure exceeds 0.8 MPa (8 bar), a pressure relief valve must be connected between the water tap and hose set.
Water inlet uses a 1.8 m supply hose with 3/4' connection; water pressure must be between 2 bar and 8 bar.
Total connected load is 0.300 KW and the connecting cable is 3.0 m, pluggable.
In side-by-side installations with RVC models, drawers are at the same height so glass shelves and door racks can be aligned on the same level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total capacity of the RVF497190 freezer?

The RVF497190 has a total volume of 631 litres.

What temperature range can the freezer be set to?

The freezer temperature can be adjusted from −16 °C to −24 °C, and it supports fast freezing at −30 °C using no-frost technology.

Does the RVF497190 include an ice maker?

Yes. The ice maker is hidden in one drawer with a fixed water connection. It can be switched off, produces approximately 2.4 kg of ice cubes per 24 h, and includes a removable ice storage container of approximately 3 kg capacity and an integrated ice cube scoop.

What is the energy efficiency class and noise level?

The appliance has an energy efficiency class D at a range of energy efficiency classes from A to G. Its noise level is 38 dB (A) re 1 pW, with an annual energy consumption of 311 kWh/year.

Which accessories are supplied and which are optional?

Included accessories are 1 x ice cube scoop and 1 x large ice storage container. Optional accessories include RA450012 water filter Vario 400 installation accessories, RA425110 Vario SS handle 1131 mm, RA460020 frontpanel connection long, stainless steel doors with or without handle, side trims, side-by-side installation and compatibility kits, replacement kits and a door direction change kit.

Can the door hinge be changed?

The door hinge is on the left and is reversible. In addition, an optional RVA466900 door direction change kit 90 cm (35.5') is available.

RVF497190

Gaggenau Expressive 400 Series RVF497190 Freezer