Product piracy is a significant issue; counterfeits often look nearly identical but use inferior materials like thinner piston rings or poorly fitted circlips. Using the serial number to verify your unit ensures:
Use the BITZER SPOT app or a standard smartphone camera to scan the code. Verify Authenticity: The link must always start with https://www.bitzer.de .
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: A genuine serial number will pull up specific technical details, including the original factory, date of manufacture, and technical brochures. Running Sequence
Digits 1–2 = 21 → year 2021 Digits 3–4 = 03 → March
Located on the side of the crankcase, near the terminal box.
Shows the exact oil charge type (e.g., Ester oil vs. Mineral oil).
A link will open in your browser (it should always start with https://www.bitzer.de ). If authentic, you will see a message.