Instructions for use WLMG 1015 Bauknecht AG, Industriestrasse 36, 5600 Lenzburg, www.bauknecht.ch Verkauf Kundendienst Ersatzteile Telefon 0848 801 002 Telefon 0848 801 001 Telefon 0848 801 005 Fax 0848 801 017 Fax 0848 801 003 Fax 0848 801 004 verkauf@bauknecht.ch service@bauknecht.ch ersatzteilverkauf@bauknecht.ch 5019 611 01000 PRODUCT SHEET GB Refrigerator compartment controls (depending on the model) A. B. C. D. Thermostat knob. Green LED: indicates that the appliance is ON. If the LED blinks, contact the After-sales Service. Button. Thermostat knob setting indicator. E. F. G. Display indicating the set temperature. If the display indicating the set temperature blinks, contact the After-sales Service. ON/OFF button. Temperature selection button. The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +38°C. Note: The ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect the internal temperatures of the refrigerator. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat. Replacing the bulb (models with glass door) When the bulb is faulty or broken, request a replacement from our authorised personnel (After-sales Service). Replacing the bulb (model with metal door) 1. 2. 3. Refit the lamp cover and secure it with the screw. D GB F NL E P I GR S N DK FIN PL CZ SK H RUS BG RO Printed in Italy 08/05 Loosen the screw and remove the lamp cover. When replacing the bulb, bear in mind that this appliance is fitted with a special bulb (15W with bayonet fitting); to replace do not unscrew, but pull towards the inside of the appliance (as indicated by the arrow). . INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING YOUR WINE CELLAR SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS INTRODUCTION TO WINE HOW TO USE THE WINE CELLAR CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 12 BEFORE USING YOUR WINE CELLAR Your new appliance is a wine cellar, a professional product designed exclusively for storing wine. To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user instructions thoroughly. They describe the appliance in full and provide useful wine storage tips. Keep this handbook for future consultation. 1. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that the door shuts properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. 2. Wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. 3. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Packing The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow local regulations for scrapping. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 2. Scrapping The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance. 3. Declaration of conformity · This appliance is designed, manufactured, and retailed in compliance with: - the safety objectives of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC; - the protection requirements of the "EMC" Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC. The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if the product is connected to an approved earth connection. 13 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS · The wine cellar must be used solely and exclusively for storing wine; do not place any type of food inside it. · Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. · Do not allow children to play or hide inside the appliance - risk of becoming trapped and suffocating. · Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. · The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person. · Do not use the appliance to store explosive substances. · Be careful not to damage the floors when you move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring). · Do not use extension leads or adapters. · This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm. · Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. · Do not use electrical appliances inside the freezer compartments, unless such appliances are specifically recommended by the manufacturer. · Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place. The appliance is set for operation at specific ambient temperature ranges, according to the climatic class indicated on the data plate: The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or below the indicated range. Climatic class SN N ST T Amb. T. (°C) From 10 to 32 From 16 to 32 From 18 to 38 From 18 to 43 Amb. T. (°F) From 50 to 90 From 61 to 90 From 64 to 100 From 64 to 110 Important: · If a large number of bottles are placed in the cellar at the one time, it may take a few days before a constant temperature is reached. · Important! Storage temperature must never drop below +6 °C. · When in operation, water droplets and frost form on the walls of the cellar. These are part of normal operation. You don't have to remove the frost or dry the water droplets. The rear wall is defrosted automatically. The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and into a container from which it evaporates. · The bottles can be neatly stored on the wooden racks. Each rack should not be used to hold more than 40 Kg. Bottle arrangement tips · Place the bottles in the middle of the rack. · On closing the door, make sure the bottles don't touch the glass. · Important: spirits and liqueurs should be airtight and stored in the upright position. · The temperature may vary in different areas inside the appliance due to the circulating air: it is colder closest to the rear wall and warmer beside the glass door. · Remove bottles from packaging, do not store them inside crates or boxes. Recommended holding capacities for classic 0.75 l Bordolese bottles are as follows: - h 1400: holds 88 bottles; - h 1600: holds 101 bottles; - h 1800: holds 119 bottles. In any event, the maximum holding capacities are as follows: - h 1400: holds MAX 101 bottles; - h 1600: holds MAX 121 bottles; - h 1800: holds MAX 137 bottles. 14 INTRODUCTION TO WINE Wine storage A well-known characteristic of wine is that it can be stored over time: in the correct location, white wines can be stored for about two years after their vintage although ideally they should be drunk within one year. While light red wines can be stored for up to two years, full-bodied reds will age well for ten years and dessert wines even up to twenty years. When you buy a bottle of wine, transfer it to your wine cellar or other suitable place immediately. There are three main factors that weigh on the process from grape cultivation to harvesting and fermentation: light, humidity and ambient temperature. To ensure the taste of the wine matures to its peak and the aroma remains unaltered, it must be stored with the right interaction of these three factors. thereby guaranteeing its continued effectiveness. Another important factor in storing wine is how the bottles are arranged: the bottles should be arranged at liberty by place of origin, type of wine, area of production, winery or vintage, using the catalogue labels provided if desired. Arranging the bottles so that they can be easily identified and selected prevents any accidental jolts which, like vibrations, can unsettle sediments and alter the visual appearance of the wine for some time. Hence, try to move your bottles as little as possible, allowing the wine to rest. Furthermore, don't push the bottles so far back that they rest against the rear wall of the cellar as this would not only interfere with the automatic defrosting function, the water droplets collected during defrosting could also ruin the bottle labels. Bottle racks must be made from wood as this effectively absorbs any vibrations and keeps bottles away from the wall transmitting heat or cold. In addition, the bottles of wine must be stored away from substances or places with strong odours which can be easily absorbed by the wine. To this end, your new appliance has an active carbon filter to absorb any impurities in the air. Temperature and humidity Temperature is a critical and vital factor during the entire life cycle of wine; it determines how well the wine develops when matured in the bottle. To ensure optimal storage, the temperature must be kept constant from 8° to 12°C. Rapid, wide temperature swings must be avoided: when the temperature is too high, the liquids dilate accelerating the ageing process whereas excessively low temperatures (below 4° - 5°C) can cause the precipitation of tartrates; such an imperfection would impair the pleasant appearance of the wine. In the extreme event that the temperature drops below 0°C, the wine would freeze causing the cork to explode Humidity is also crucial in optimal wine storage: dry environments cause the cork to shrink whereas overly damp locations cause mould and harmful microorganisms to form. Humidity must be kept between 50% - 70%. Storage location Not everyone has a basement suitable for use as a cellar. Technology has only recently come up with an effective substitute for a natural cellar. Your new wine cellar is a special appliance designed specifically to hold and store wines properly. Indeed, it should only be used for your favourite bottles of wine, not for fruit, vegetables and tins. In this way, you can store and age any kind of wine properly even if you don't have a natural wine cellar. The cork This is an essential part of the bottle: the quality of the cork, selected by the wine-maker, is very important in the ageing process of the wine itself. The conditions of the cork, including corks in bottled wine, depend solely on the process and storage standards used by the manufacturer or bottler. How to store wine When storing your wine bottles, one golden rule not to be overlooked is that they must be laid horizontally or at an angle to ensure the wine keeps the cork wet. Some say that this causes the classic smell of "cork" in wine. In actual fact, keeping the cork in contact with the wine enhances its elasticity 15 HOW TO USE THE WINE CELLAR Switching on the appliance Starting up the appliance All controls are on the outside of the appliance. Plug in the appliance to start it running and set the thermostat located on the front panel to the required temperature; a green indicator light will come on showing the appliance is on. The product has an internal light that switches on automatically when the door is opened (models with metal door) or it can be turned on and off when needed by pressing the button located on the control panel (models with glass door). Adjusting the temperature 1. To ensure the appliance functions correctly, set the thermostat as explained in section "Introduction to wine" (page 15). 2. To adjust the temperature in the compartment, turn the thermostat control knob: · to MIN for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures; · to MED for a MEDIUM temperature; · to MAX for the COLDEST temperature. Thermostat set to z: appliance functions and interior light have been interrupted but the the cellar is still powered on. Note: The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into accou ...