Baumatic BWC614SS User manual

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
BWC614SS 140 cm 92
Bottle dual
temperature wine
cooler

User manual for your Baumatic
BWC614SS
140 cm 92 Bottle dual
temperature wine cooler
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference, for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
GS 05/11/10
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Contents
Environmentalnote 4
Important safety information 5–6
Specifications of your wine cooler 7-10
Dimensions 7
Descriptionoftheappliance 8
Controlpanel 9
Description of the product features 9-10
Using your Baumatic wine cooler 10-16
Beforeswitchingon 10
Duringfirstuse 11
Switching on the appliance and setting the temperature 11-12
Changing between Fahrenheit and Celsius 12
Thehumiditycontrolbox 12
Loading the wine cooler 13
Storingyourwines 14-15
Wine storage problems 15-16
Cleaning and maintenance 16-18
Defrosting 17
Removing the shelves for cleaning 17
Moving your wine cooler 18
Powerfailure 18
Vacationtime 18
Installation 19-24
Electrical connection 19-20
Positioning 20
Built-in installation 21
Installing the handle 21-22
Reversing the door of your wine cooler 22-24
Troubleshooting 25-26
Contactdetails 27

Environmental note
Note : Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and
disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any plug
useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance to prevent
misuse. This should be undertaken by a competent person. Disable
the door lock to make sure that children cannot get stuck inside
the appliance.
oThe packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled.
oPlease discard all packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If
you are unsure of any of the information contained in
this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Line.
IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be
carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Use of the appliance
oYour appliance is only designed to be used in the
home. It is suitable for storing and chilling wine.
NO food stuffs must be stored in the appliance. If it
is used for any other purpose or it is not used
correctly, then Baumatic Ltd. will accept no liability
for any damage that is caused.
oAltering the specification of the appliance must not be attempted
for reasons of safety.
Before using your appliance
oCheck the appliance for any signs of transport damage. If you
notice any damage, then you should not connect your appliance
to your mains supply and should contact your retailer.
Refrigerant
oYour appliance contains R600a refrigerant, which is a natural gas
that does not contain CFCs that can damage the environment.
However it is a flammable substance, therefore care should be
taken:
During the transportation and installation of the
appliance, make sure that the refrigeration pipework
does not get damaged.
If it does become damaged then sources of ignition
and open flames should be avoided. Also the room
that the appliance is situated in should be thoroughly
ventilated.
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oDo not place any objects on top of the appliance,
as this may damage the table top.

Child safety
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oPackaging material should be kept away from
children.
oChildren should not be allowed to touch the
controls or play with the appliance.
General safety
oDo not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from
your mains supply socket.
oDo not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands.
oDo not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or
any place where it is likely to come into contact
with the elements.
oBefore cleaning the appliance or performing
maintenance work, ensure that the appliance has been
disconnected from your mains supply.
oNever allow the back coils of the appliance to come into contact
with the wall surface.
oAlways ensure that the location where you are installing your
appliance is free of stored items such as papers and other
flammable materials.
oNever block the ventilation openings of the appliance, either on
the inside or its exterior.
oIt is vital to keep your appliance well ventilated,
so that there is proper air flow between the
bottom of the unit and the plinth/kick plate
which it is sitting on.
oDo not place electrical devices inside of the appliance, such as
mixers or ice cream makers.
Service
You should not attempt to repair the appliance
yourself, as this could cause injury or a more serious
malfunction. If you require a service call then please
contact the Customer Care Department.

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Specifications of your wine cooler
oGross capacity: 275 litres
oNet capacity: 265 litres
oBottle capacity: 92 x 0.75 litre Bordeaux style wine bottles
oElectronic push button control operation
oLED display
oCelsius and Fahrenheit switch
o12 Adjustable wooden shelves with telescopic runners
oAdjustable temperature
oDigital thermometer
oHumidity control box
oInternal light
oBlack exterior
oStainless steel door frame and handle
oReversible door
oAdjustable feet
oTempered door glass
oDesigned to store wine at its optimum temperature between +
5°C - 22°C
Dimensions of appliance**
Height: 1445 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 570 mm
** Please refer to the installation instructions for more specific
information on the size of aperture that you will require.
IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the front left edge
of the appliance. The rating plate will indicate the ambient temperature
range that your appliance will function correctly within.
Model number ………………………………………………
Serial number ………………………………………………
Date of purchase ……………………………………………..

Description of the appliance
1) Digital control panel
2) Stainless steel door frame
3) Stainless steel handle
4) Middle zone divider
5) Adjustable wooden shelves
6) Adjustable feet
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Control panel
The control panel is located at the top of the appliance.
1) Power button
2) Celsius / Fahrenheit selector button
3) Temperature minus button
4) Temperature plus button
5) LED display
6) Light control button
7) Amber LED indicator for sparkling wine
8) Green LED indicator for white wine
9) Red LED indicator for red wine
This icon indicates that the control panel is for the upper cooling
zone.
This icon indicates that the control panel is for the lower cooling
zone.
Description of the product features
1) Control panel
oThe control panel is located at the top of the appliance, behind
the glass door. This means it is easy to set the temperature of
the appliance and see what temperature the appliance is set to.
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2) Two cooling zones
oThere are two cooling zones inside of your wine cooler; they are
separated by a middle partition.
oEach cooling zone has an independent temperature control and
temperature display.
3) Interior light
oThe wine cooler has an interior light. The light can be switched
on and off by using the light control button (6).
4) The wine cooler shelves
oThe wooden shelves are fully adjustable to suit various wine
bottle shapes and sizes.
oTo prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure the door is
fully open when pulling shelves out of the rail compartment.
oFor easy access to the bottles stored, pull the shelves out
approximately 1/3. The shelves are designed with an emergency
stop to prevent them being removed too far when loaded.
Using your Baumatic wine cooler
Before switching on
oMake sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified
person, as per the information contained in Baumatic’s
installation instructions.
oAfter delivery, wait for eight hours before connecting the
appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any refrigerant
gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation
process to settle.
oThe outside of the appliance and the removable accessories
contained within it, should be cleaned with a solution of liquid
detergent and water.
oThe interior of the appliance should be cleaned
with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in
lukewarm water. The interior and accessories
should be thoroughly dried, after the cleaning
process has been completed.
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oThere can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance. It
will lessen as the appliance starts to cool.
During first use
IMPORTANT: When you use the wine cooler for the first time or
restart the appliance after it has been turned off for a long
time, there could be a few degrees variance between the
temperature you select and the one indicated on the LED
display. This is normal and it is due to the length of activation
time. Once the wine cooler has been running for a few hours
everything will be back to normal.
oWhen you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run
continuously until the wine cooler reaches a cool enough
temperature.
oDuring this period of time, you should try not to open the door
frequently or place bottles inside of the appliance.
oIf the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5
minutes before restarting the appliance or reconnecting it to
your mains supply.
Switching on the appliance and setting the temperature
oTo switch the appliance on, press the power button (1). To turn
the appliance off again, press and hold the power button for 5
seconds.
oThe temperature for each zone will need to be set individually.
The temperature settings for both zones are adjustable within
the range of 5°C - 22°C / 40°F - 71°F.
oThe temperature set for the lower zone must always be
the same or higher than that in the upper zone.
oUse the plus (4) and minus (3) buttons on the left side of the
control panel to set the internal temperature of the upper zone.
oUse the plus (4) and minus (3) buttons on the right side of the
control panel to set the internal temperature of the lower zone.
oWhen these buttons are pressed for the first time, the LED
displays will show the preset factory temperatures of 12°C /
54°F for the upper and lower zones.
oThe temperature that you desire to set will increase 1°C or 1°F if
you press the plus (4) button once. The temperature will

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decrease by the same amount if you press the minus (3) button
once.
oWhen you set a new temperature for either of the zones, the
display will show this temperature for 5 minutes before showing
the actual zone temperature. During this time, the zone
temperature will adjust accordingly.
oWhen you are storing mostly red wines, the temperature needs
to be set at 15°C - 22°C / 58°F - 71°F. The red LED lamp for red
wine will light.
oWhen you are storing mostly white wines, the temperature
needs to be set at 9°C - 14°C / 48°F - 57°F. The green LED lamp
for white wine will light.
oWhen you are storing mostly sparkling wines, the temperature
needs to be set at 5°C - 8°C / 40°F - 47°F. The amber LED lamp
for sparkling wine will light.
IMPORTANT: When the temperature of a zone is changed, the
compressor works harder to reach the required temperature.
During this time, the side panels of the wine cooler can reach
up to 45°C however they will cool down when the set
temperature is reached.
Changing between Fahrenheit and Celsius
oYou can select whether the temperature displays show Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
oTo alter what the temperature displays are showing, press the
Celsius / Fahrenheit selector button (2). The chosen symbol will
appear in blue on the display window for each zone.
The humidity control box (optional)
The wine cooler is equipped with a system for maintaining the correct
level of humidity for wine storage.
oFill the small plastic reservoir (humidity box) ¾ full with water
and replace. The humidity box is located on the top shelf
and secured by runners.
oCheck the water level regularly and refill as necessary.
oIMPORTANT: Please ensure the reservoir is positioned
correctly on the runners to avoid the possibility of water
spillage.

Loading the wine cooler
oIMPORTANT: Your appliance is ideally suited to store
0.75 litre Bordeaux style wine bottles. Whilst it can
store larger bottles, you must make sure that they do
not prevent the door from shutting properly.
oAlways check that you can close the door without it fouling
on a wine bottle, before shutting it.
oWhen loading several bottles of wine at once, it will take
longer for the appliance to cool the individual bottles.
oAs many bottles may differ in size and dimensions, the
actual number of bottles you are able to store may vary.
oThe maximum storage number is based on standard 0.75
litre Bordeaux style wine bottles.
oYou can place 40 standard bottles in the upper zone with 8
bottles on each shelf.
oYou can place 52 standard bottles in the lower zone with 8
bottles on each full size shelf and 6 bottles on each half
size shelf.
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Storing your wines
The chart below indicates the ideal storage temperatures for different
types of wine:-
Type of wine Temperature
(Celsius) Temperature (Fahrenheit)
Red wine (*) 15.5 – 18.5°C 59.9 – 65.3°F
White wine (**) 10 - 15°C 50 – 59°F
Sparkling
wines/champagne
7.2 – 9.5°C 45 – 49.1°F
Rose wine 9.5 – 10.5°C 49.1 – 50.9°F
Vintage wine 13°C 55°F
* Light red wines, such as Beaujolais, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc
benefit from being served slightly cooler than full-bodied reds.
** Chardonnay is often served too cold. You should chill it at a warmer
temperature inside of your wine cooler. Or leave it to warm slightly
when you remove it from your wine cooler.
oTemperature stability is the most important factor when it comes
to storing wine.
oExposure to light, vibrations or fluctuations in temperature and
humidity can all cause wine to spoil. When properly stored,
wines not only maintain their quality but many will actually
improve in aroma, flavour and complexity as they mature.
oWines kept at a higher temperature will age faster. Wine that is
exposed to temperatures that are greater than 22°C (71°F) will
suffer from poorer flavour and aroma.
oIf wine is kept at too low a temperature, this can result in the
development of harmful deposits. A humidity of 70% is ideal for
keeping corks from shrinking.
oAfter a bottle of wine has been opened, the wine comes into
contact with air. So it is best to store the remainder of the bottle
upright, to minimize the surface area of the wine that is coming
into contact with the air.
oOnce opened, wine will remain in a drinkable condition for two
days for delicate whites or three days for rich reds, as long as
the bottle as been resealed. You should make sure that the seal
is firm by checking the stopper.

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oSpecial stoppers that keep wine sparking and Champagne
bubbling for one or two days after opening, can be bought at
most good wine shops.
oWhen stored correctly, white wines can keep well for up to two
years. Full bodied reds will age well for ten years and dessert
wines will age well for up to twenty years.
oWhen you buy a bottle of wine, you should transfer it to a
suitable storage location immediately (if you are not going to
store it in your wine cooler).
oCheaper bottles of wine will not age as well as more expensive
ones.
oTo make the most of the bouquet and taste of your wine, never
fill more than half a glass at a time. It will also help if the shape
of your wine glass is appropriate for your wine. The size and
shape of your wine glass’s bowl will determine the intensity and
complexity of the bouquet. The stem should be long enough to
allow you to avoid hand contact with the bowl of the glass and
should be tulip-shaped or tapered at the top.
Wine storage problems
Corking-a tiny percentage of bottled wine (about 1%) will suffer from
this. The cork reacts with the wine and gives it a musty, unpleasant
taste. It is the most common wine storage problem and is caused by
harmless bacteria growing on the cork. As unfortunate as this is, there
is nothing to do but to discard all of the wine in the affected bottle.
This is not to be confused with small fragments of cork floating in the
wine itself, which will not impair the flavour.
Oxidisation- when wine has been opened and left for longer than a
day; it tends to lose its aroma and colour, giving an overall flat taste.
The only way to avoid this, it to either drink the wine on the same day
it was opened or to use a vacuum device specially designed for
removing oxygen from opened wine bottles. If you use such a device,
the wine should still be consumed shortly afterwards.
Ullage- this is loss of wine from the bottle by evaporation or leakage.
Signs of ullage include wine seeping around the cork, a protruding cork
or a stained label. It can happen if the bottle has been allowed to get
too warm. The wine may still be drinkable, if the leakage was recent;
however, you should be aware that if the wine cools down again,
contraction can cause more air to be sucked into the bottle and result
in further deterioration.

Slight effervescence in still wine-this isn’t really a problem with
the way the wine has been stored, but as a result of incomplete
malolactic fermentation before the wine was bottled. A good way to
get rid of the effervescence is to let the wine breathe. Alternatively
you can use a bottle vacuum device, after about five minutes the
effervescence will vanish.
Sediment- this is not normally a problem, however both red and
white wines can produce sediment after a number of months in a
bottle. The sediment consists of tartrate crystals and is totally
harmless. If anything the building of sediment can be considered a
good sign because it means that the wine was not subjected to much
(if any) filtering, meaning that the flavours and aromas should be
preserved better.
A good way to get around sediment (if it is a problem) is to stand the
bottle upright, the day before opening, so that the sediment can settle
to the bottom of the bottle.
You can also decant your wine; decanting will “open up” the flavour of
both young and old wines, but younger wines in particular. To decant,
pour the wine slowly and evenly into your decanter.
Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT.
oDo not clean the appliance by pouring water onto
it or spraying water over it.
oThe interior of the wine cooler should be cleaned
periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda
and lukewarm water.
oClean the accessories separately with soap and water.
Do not clean them in a dishwasher.
oDo not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps.
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oAfter washing the appliance, wipe over the area
that you have cleaned with a damp cloth and then
dry it thoroughly.
oWhen cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect
the plug to your mains supply.
Defrosting
oDefrosting occurs automatically inside of the wine cooler during
operation. The defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray
and evaporates automatically.
oThe evaporating tray and defrost water drain hole should be
cleaned periodically. This will prevent water from collecting in
the bottom of the wine cooler, instead of flowing down the
defrost drainage channel and drain hole.
oYou can also pour a small amount of water down the drain hole
to clean inside of it.
oYou should be careful to make sure that wine bottles do not
touch the rear wall of the appliance, as this can interrupt the
automatic defrosting process and deflect water into the base of
your wine cooler.
Removing the shelves for cleaning
oTo remove any of the shelves from the rail compartment, move
the shelf to the position where the notch of wooden shelf is
exactly under the plastic post and lift the wooden shelf. Please
ensure these are replaced when the shelf is put back.
oMake sure the shelves are fully engaged before loading any
bottle into the cooler. Pull the shelves out all the way to the
STOP position and push them back in several times to make sure
the shelves are properly engaged.
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Moving your wine cooler
If you need to move your wine cooler to another location you should
follow the steps outlined below.
oRemove all items from the wine cooler.
oSecurely tape down all loose items such as the shelves inside the
appliance.
oTurn the adjustable foot up to the base to avoid damage.
oTape the door closed.
oBe sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during
transportation. Also protect the outside of the appliance with a
blanket or similar item.
Power failure
oMost power failures are corrected within a few hours and should
not affect the temperature of your appliance if you minimize the
number of times the door is opened.
oIf the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you
need to take the proper steps to protect the contents.
IMPORTANT: If the appliance is unplugged, the power is lost or
turned off you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the
wine cooler. If you attempt to restart before this time delay,
the wine cooler will not turn on.
Vacation time
Short holidays: Leave the wine cooler in operation for holidays of less
than three weeks.
Long absences: If the appliance will not be used for several months,
remove all items, turn off the appliance and unplug the electricity
cable. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odour and
mould growth, leave the door open slightly by blocking it open if
necessary.

Installation
IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read
all the instructions and make sure that the
voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on
the rating plate are exactly the same as the
voltage and frequency in your home. The rating
plate can be found on the front left edge of the
inside of the wine cooler.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force,
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the
electric system.
Electrical connection
YOUR WINE COOLER IS INTENDED FOR FITTED AND
PERMANENT INSTALLATION.
We recommend that the appliance is connected by a qualified
electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C. and who will comply
with the I.E.E. and local regulations.
oYour wine cooler comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in
future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp
ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
oThe wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:
Brown Live
Blue Neutral
Green and yellow Earth
oAs the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your spur box, please proceed as follows:
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L”
(live), or coloured red.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N”
(neutral), or coloured black.
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green
and yellow.
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oWhen the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire
should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the
outer sheath.
Positioning
oIt is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location
where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with
the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your
appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the
ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges.
Climate classification
Appropriate ambient temperature
SN +10 to +32 degrees centigrade
N +16 to +32 degrees centigrade
ST +18 to +38 degrees centigrade
T +18 to +43 degrees centigrade
oPositioning the appliance requires two people in order to avoid
injuries or damage to the appliance.
oYour appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or
exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g.
next to a radiator or boiler). If this is not feasible, then you
should install an insulation plate between the appliance and the
adjacent heat source.
oYou should check whether there is an electrical socket available,
which will be accessible after your appliance is installed.
oPlace the appliance flatly and firmly on a solid base. The
appliance is fitted with adjustable feet on the front side, which
can be used to level the appliance.
oWhen the wine cooler is being used as a freestanding unit,
anything positioned above the appliance must be at least 10 cm
away to allow sufficient cooling of the condenser. You must allow
a 5 cm gap to the rear and either side of the appliance.
oBe sure to leave enough space for the opening of the door, to
avoid damage to the appliance or personal injury.
oIMPORTANT: The vent at the base of the appliance is for
ventilation. Nothing should be placed in front of this vent;
otherwise your wine cooler may not operate properly.