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Samet is completely dissatisfied with the result

Franke Air Conditioners Not Functioning, Service Fails to Resolve

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Samet
November 10, 2023 2:52 am
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I bought a house in December 2021 that had a bunch of Franke appliances already installed. These included air conditioners, a dishwasher, a microwave, a built-in set, a sink, and a faucet. Because the developer, who was a Franke dealer and built this house, I didn't think I would have any problems with the appliances.

I found out that 3 multi-zone air conditioners weren't working. I reached out to both the developer and Franke support, but they kept making me wait. I found out from Franke that they don't offer warranties for any of their products, including air conditioners. The warranty for the air conditioners began on July 3, 2020. The developer said they sent a request to Franke's main office, and the warranty would begin from the day the house was bought. They couldn't fix the warranty problem.

I reached out to Franke Service, and M****, who works for Franke, was really helpful. M**** noticed that the air conditioners were low on gas and suggested that there might have been no gas to begin with or there could be problems with the pipeline.

So, it seems like there might be a problem with the air conditioner's pipeline. It could be due to a crack in the pipes. Unfortunately, I found out about the problems with the pipeline for the air conditioners, and then I was hit with another surprise. According to Franke's report, which was written by their representative on July 3rd, 2020, it says that the installation was done on the infrastructure provided by the construction company. It was given to me in good working condition. Even though the Franke company said they delivered and installed the product without any issues, I believe that the problem with the air conditioner's internal pipeline may not be the customer's fault.

So basically, my air conditioners aren't working and there seems to be a problem with the pipeline, even though they were supposed to be in good working condition when I got them. If the authorized service didn't do the installation themselves, why don't they come and do it now? I don't know if Franke Service gave the pipes for the air conditioners to the construction company to install, or if they installed them themselves. If they fixed it themselves, they should replace the faulty pipeline, and my air conditioners should start working. If the construction company randomly installed the pipes, which I highly doubt, then Franke Service should be held accountable for the error, right? If the construction company installed the pipes themselves, which I doubt, Franke should definitely be held accountable for providing the pipes that were not used.

November 10, 2023 8:31 am (5 hours after complaint)

Dear Valued Customer, Your application has been processed and forwarded to the relevant departments. Thank you for choosing Franke products. Franke Kitchen and Bathroom Systems Inc. Customer Service

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Samet
November 10, 2023 6:30 pm

Hello, We had a detailed conversation with Ms. Ezgi from the Franke headquarters at +90 (262) 644 65 95 regarding the issue. I believe it is a great advantage for a corporate company like Franke to have understanding and reasonable staff such as Ms. Ezgi and Mr. Murat from the authorized service in Izmit. During our approximately 44-minute conversation, we completed the discussion with patience and common sense. I received feedback from Ms. Ezgi that the process is ongoing and she is closely following it. As I mentioned earlier regarding the issue, there is a confusion about the installation and warranty process. Frankly, people are surprised and even find it difficult to understand when they hear about it. I understood this even better from my conversation with Ms. Ezgi. If the warranty of an installed product is initiated, the service must have operated this product. If the product does not work later, it is examined whether the fault is due to the customer. Of course, it should be noted that these inspections are carried out under the supervision of the authorized service. It does not seem logical to me to say that the hood in my house was installed and the warranty period started without even making the electrical connection. Moreover, I am not even mentioning the issue of chimney connection or filter installation. Given this situation, I am sure that installing and making electrical connections for air conditioners as built-in units is a more difficult task. It does not seem logical to me that the party referred to as the construction company is the Franke dealer, the part that does the installation is unclear, the use of the air conditioner pipes sent from the factory is unknown, and the whole process is carried out without Franke's knowledge. Additionally, isn't it another issue that Franke no longer sells air conditioning products? In summary, customers should not be victimized in such a small matter extending from the dealer to the authorized service. If the warranty needs to be extended, it can be done with a letter. The installation and repair of air conditioners can be done with a letter. This process can perhaps be done in a way that will not leave anyone's home covered in dust and dirt or spoil the exterior appearance of the building, maybe as a one-time exception. After all, Franke is a whole with its dealer, authorized personnel, and decision-makers. I am confident that I will resolve my issue within the legal framework. However, the main point here is to ensure that decision-makers in companies like Franke are not harmed due to individuals in the wrong positions.

Samet
Samet
November 15, 2023 7:24 pm

I contacted the authorized service regarding the air conditioners and I am in constant communication with Ms. Ezgi from the Franke headquarters. When I spoke with the authorized services and the headquarters about the issue, I came to the conclusion that assistance could be provided within the available means. In particular, if there is a problem with the installation, I will do my best regarding plastering, etc. The process is still being monitored, and I am grateful to Ms. Ezgi for her patience and to Mr. Gökhan and Mr. Murat from the authorized service for their attention.

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