CDA FWC881 Quick start guide

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FWC881*
Wine Cooler
Installation, use and maintenance

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Contents
3 Important information
4 Disposal at the end of the appliance's life
6 Before first use
8 Use and controls
9 Optimal temperature selection and settings mode
11 Dynamic, silent modes and humidity control
12 Sabbath mode, door alarm, interior light
13 Removing the shelves and temperature alarm
14 Care and cleaning
15 Troubleshooting
17 Installation and ventilation
18 Installing the handle
19 Reversing the door
21 Fitting the plinth
22 Electrical information
24 Bottle loading plan
25 Climate range
26 Notes

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Important
The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or
losses caused by incorrect use or installation of this product.
Please note that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee
supplied with this product following incorrect installation or misuse
of the appliance or use in a commercial environment.
This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by
someone who is responsible for their safety. Under no
circumstances should any external covers be removed for
servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.
This refrigeration appliance is intended for use as a built-in
appliance. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or
the appliance itself is damaged. If the mains cord is damaged,
you must have it replaced by the manufacturer, or an authorised
service centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance. Keep the mains cord out of the reach of children.

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Declarations of
Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee
purposes.
Conformity:
This appliance has been manufactured to comply with all EU &
UK statutory requirements and complies with all applicable
legislation and the following European Directives:
• The Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU
• ErP Directive 2009/125/EC
• Directive RoHS 2011/65/EC
The product has been marked with the and symbols.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF
THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE
2012/19/EU.
Please render the appliance unusable before disposal. This
includes removing the plug and breaking the door fixings to
prevent children being trapped inside the appliance during play,
or any other risk of injury.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of
as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority
differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this
service.

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Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health deriving
from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials
to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and
resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household
appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out
wheeled dustbin.
•This appliance is marked according to the European
directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic
equipment (WEEE).
Repairs carried out by unqualified persons may seriously
endanger the appliance user.
•Pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019, The
minimum availability period for spare parts necessary to repair
the appliance is 7 or 10 years depending on the type and
purpose of the spare part.
The list of spare parts and the ordering procedure are available
on the websites of the manufacturer, importer or an authorised
representative.
•The minimum warranty period for the appliance offered by
the manufacturer, importer or authorized representative is
given in the warranty card.
The warranty shall be void if you make any independent
adaptations or alterations, tamper with seals or other
appliance safety devices or its parts or interfere with the
appliance contrary to operating instructions.
For more information about the product, please refer to the
EU EPREL Product Database at https://eprel.ec.europea.eu.
Alternatively you can use your mobile device to scan the QR
code on the energy label or enter the product model listed on
the energy label in the EPREL search engine.

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Before first use
You must allow the appliance to settle for at least twenty
four hours prior to switching the power on.
It is recommended that you remove all internal and external
packaging and clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use,
using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and then
thoroughly dry the interior.
The appliance may have an odour to it at first use. This will
disappear as the appliance cools.
Please note:
• The appliance will work continuously until it gets to the
correct temperature.
• If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes
before switching it on again to prevent the risk of unnecessary
damage to the compressor.
• The LED display may not show the selected temperature whilst the
appliance first gets to the correct temperature. This is normal, and
the display will be corrected automatically once the appliance has
run for a few hours.
Use
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• Only store wine in sealed containers.
Do not overload the cabinet.

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• Only open the door when necessary.
• Do not cover the shelves with aluminium foil or anything else that will
prevent air from circulating around the cabinet.
• To prevent damage to the door seal, ensure the door is fully open
before removing the shelves.
• This is a self-defrosting appliance. The compressor will not run
during the thirty minute defrost cycle.
• Do not pull the shelves beyond the anti-stop position
(approximately one third out) when fully loaded.
• This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of
wine.
• In the event of a power failure, leave the door closed as
much as possible to maintain the internal working temperature.
Should the power failure continue for a prolonged period, you
should take steps to protect the contents of the wine cooler against
a rise in temperature. The wine cooler will remember the
selected temperature settings and revert to these settings once the
power is restored.
Note: If the appliance does not have a freezer compartment( )
it is not suitable for freezing
This appliance is suitable for use in an extended temperature
climate (ST) and has a normal operating ambient temperature of
16-38ºC. Use of the appliance below 10ºC may cause performance
issues that are not indicative of a fault. Normal operation will
resumeonce the appliance is within the specified range.
foodstuffs.

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Use and controls
To switch the power on/off
• Press and hold the power button for one second to switch the
wine cooler on.
• Press and hold the power button for five seconds to switch
the wine cooler off.
To change the temperature
• To view the set temperature, touch the appropriate "+" or "-" button
at any time and the set temperature will flash in the LED display
for five
• Touch the "+" or "-" buttons for the appropriate zone until the
required temperature is shown on the display.
• The preset temperature is 8°C/46ºF for the upper zone and
12ºC/54ºF for the lower zone.
seconds.
• The display shows the current internal temperatures when the
wine cooler is on.
Key:
–Upper zone "+"
button 3 –Upper zone "-"
button4 –Lower zone "+"
button 5 –Lower zone "-"
button 6 –Light button

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• Display Brightness
1. LightlytouchandholdtheUP key for 5 secondsandthen
touch the POWER
Optimal temperature selection
Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13ºC and 15ºC,
your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature, for red wine this
is between 15ºC and 17ºC, and for white wine between 12ºC and 13ºC.
Wine Type
Red Wine 15 -18ºC (59ºF-64ºF)
Dry ⁄ White Wine 9 -14ºC (48ºF-57ºF)
Rosé Wine 10 -11ºC (50ºF-52ºF)
Sparkling Wine 5 -8ºC (41ºF-46ºF)
To use the internal light
• Press and hold the light button for 5 seconds to switch the light on or
off. The internal light indicator will light up or go out to confirm the
selection.
• The internal light indicator is the dot at the bottom right of the display.
Please note:
The temperature in the lower zone must be set either the same as
or higher than the temperature in the upper zone.
Use
Settings mode
Certain settings on the wine cooler can only be selected in settings
mode. At the same time in settings mode only the UP and DOWN
keys of lower zone are valid for dual zone and three zone units.
key once.
• ºF/ºC Selection
1. Lightly touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds.
2. Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the temperature setting
in Fahrenheit or Celsius degree.
3. Touch the POWER key to confirm your selection.
4. Touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds to leave settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance exits settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.

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• Interior Lighting Brightness
2. Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the brightness of the display.
The factory default setting is d1.
d0: off
d1: dimmest setting
d2: medium setting
d3: brightest setting
3. Touch the POWER key to confirm your selection.
4. Touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds to leave settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance exits settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
1. Lightly touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds and then
key twice.
2. Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the brightness of the interior
3. lighting. The factory default setting is L3.
L0: off when the door is closed or open.
L1: dimmest setting
L2: medium setting
L3: brightest setting
4. Touch the POWER key to confirm your selection.
5. Touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds to leave settings
mode. Otherwise the appliance exits settings mode automatically
after approximately one minute.
• Fan M ode
1. Lightly touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds and then
touch the POWER key three times.
2. Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the fan mode. The factory
default setting is F0.
F0: Silent mode – Energy saving mode
F1: Dynamic cooling mode - half time
F2: Dynamic cooling mode - full time
3. Touch the POWER key to confirm your selection.
4. Touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds to leave settings
mode. Otherwise the appliance exits settings mode
automatically after approximately one minute.
• Audible Tones
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Lightly touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds and then touch the
POWER key fourtimes.
Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the audible tones. The
factory default setting is S1.
S0: sensor tone ON, alarm tone OFF
S1: sensor tone ON, alarm tone ON
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settings mode. Otherwise the appliance exits settings
mode automatically after approximately one minute.
Temperature display
The temperature display will show the current internal
temperature. The display fl
S2: sensor tone OFF, alarm tone OFF
S3: sensor tone OFF, alarm tone ON
3. Touch the POWER key to confirm your selection.
4. Touch and hold the UP key for 5 seconds to leave
ashes:
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When a different temperature is being set.
If the internal temperature is +/- 5˚ away from the set temperature.
This serves as a warning to prevent damage to the contents of
the appliance should the temperature be too high.
The wine cooler is equipped with
Dynamic Cooling and Silent modes
The appliance has two different running modes. In Silent mode once
the required temperature is reached, the appliance will run without the
fan. The wine cooler is factory set to Silent mode. In Dynamic cooling
mode the fan cycles on and off to circulate the air even after the
required temp erature is reached. This ensures consistent humidity
and temperature distribution in the wine cooler, creating perfect
conditions for long term storage.
Using the Dynamic cooling mode increases the level of noise in
operation.
Humidity Control
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humidity control system to maintain
optimal humidity within the wine cooler.
• Fill the humidity reservoir (fig. 2)
approximately 3/4 full with wa ter.
• Check the water level regularly and refi
• Place the reservoir over the special lugs toward the back of the
bottom shelf in the upper section of the wine cooler, as shown in fig
2. Ensure it is located correctly to prevent water spillage.
ll if required.

Interior light
The wine cooler has two options for the interior lights. To change
from one option to the other, press and hold the light button for 5
Sabbath mode
Sabbath mode is available for the observance of certain religious
holidays. This will switch off the displays, interior light and audible
alarms. The cooling process will continue.
To switch the Sabbath mode on, touch and hold the power and light
keys simultaneously for five seconds. The displalys and interior
lights will go out to confirm the Sabbath mode is on. Sabbath mode
will switch off automatically after 96 hours, but to switch the Sabbath
mode off at any time, touch and hold the power and light keys
simultaneously for five seconds.
Door alarm
The wine cooler is equipped with an alarm that will sound if the
door is left open for more than 60 seconds. To switch off the
alarm, press any button. If the temperature has risen beyond the
set temperature, the display will flash until the zone has
returned to the required temperature.
seconds.
•Display mode - This mode will leave the interior light on
constantly, allowing you to see the contents of the wine cooler at
a glance at any time. The light indicator will light up in display
mode.
•Energy saving mode - This mode only switches on the
interior light when the door is opened.
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Removing the shelves
Temperature alarm
If the temperature ris
es or falls outside the set temperature
range, an alarm will sound and the display will flash. This could
be
Toremove a shelf from the wine
cooler, first remove all bottles
from the shelf, then pull the shelf
forwards until the groove on
either side of the shelf is level
with the plastic peg on either
side of the cabinet (as shown in
fig. 3). Then lift the shelf up
and pull forwards. To replace
the shelves, follow the steps
above in reverse order.
because:
• The wine cooler has not yet reached the set temperature (when
first switched on).
• There has been a power failure.
• The wine cooler has been overloaded.
• The door is not closed properly.
Fig. 3

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Care and cleaning
Always disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical
supply before any cleaning or maintenance.
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Do not use abrasive products or detergents. After washing, rinse
and dry thoroughly.
The cabinet interior should be cleaned using a solution of
bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm
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The exterior of the appliance and the door seal should be cleaned
using mild soapy water and dried thoroughly.
water.
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Clean the shelves separately by hand using soap and water.
Do not put them in the dishwasher.
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Ensure that the cloth is only moist when cleaning the control panel
and electrical parts, and that all water is thoroughly dried before
reconnecting the power.
Once cleaning is complete, reconnect the mains electrical supply. If
the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time,
unplug and clean the appliance thoroughly. The door should be left
slightly ajar to prevent the formation of odours or condensation.

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• There is power to the appliance.
• The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse in
the plug has not blown.
• The plug socket is functioning correctly. To check this, plug
another electrical appliance in to see if the socket is working.
• The ambient temperature is between 16º to 38ºC.
If the appliance is working, but not very well, check
• The appliance is not overloaded.
• The door is closing
• The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.
properly.
• The door gasket is sealing properly.
• The ambient temperature is between 16º
• There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls.
to 38ºC.
If the display shows “E1” or “E2”
• The temperature sensor has failed. Contact CDA Customer Care
to arrange a repair. Contact details are on the back of this manual.
Troubleshooting
If you have any problems with you rappliance you should check
the trouble shooting guide prior to calling CDA Customer Care, to
prevent unnecessary service calls and potential cost.
If the appliance is not working, check

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If the appliance is noisy, check
• The appliance is level and stable.
Note: The cooling gas will make some noise, even when the
compressor is not running.
Note: During operation, it is normal for the fan to run, even when
the compressor is not running.
If the light does not work, check
• There is power to the appliance.
• The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse
in the plug has not blown.
• The light button is not set to off.
Please note:
The LED lighting cannot be replaced without a service call. If the
light fails, contact CDA Customer Care.
If the door will not close properly, check
• The appliance is level and stable.
• If the door has been removed, it may not have been
correctly refitted.
• The door seal is not dirty.
• The shelves are positioned correctly.
If the appliance beeps continuously
• It is likely a door sensor has failed. Contact service.

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This appliance is intended to be
installed in a space between two
Installing the wine
cooler
units.
This product should not be installed:
1. In direct sunlight.
2. Adjacent to a heat source (oven or radiator).
3. Below a hob unit.
4. Where a continuous plinth is to be
The minimum space required is:
FWC881 – 595mm wide x 575mm deep x 1850mm high
(630 depth with handle)
Please note: When the product is installed, there should be a
small ventilation gap between the top of the unit and the
underside of any fitting above (6 mm or ¼”).
used, it is necessary cut a section
out so that the ventilation slots at the front of the appliance are not
obstructed in any way (Fig. 4).
Attach the single piece lower ventilation trim to the plinth area of the
appliance.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the instructions regarding
installation and ventilation may affect the appliance and
invalidate the warranty supplied.
Fig. 4

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IMPORTANT: Do not
overtighten the screws,
and do not use power
tools to install the
To install the
handle
handle.
IMPORTANT: Take
care when installing
the handle not to
damage the door. Any
damage caused may
not be covered by the
warranty supplied with
your
position using the
screws
handle in the required
position (this would
normally be the
higher of the two
positions as shown in
Fig. 5).
2. Fix the handle
1. Carefully locate the
in
supplied.
appliance.

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the top hinge and place it on a padded
surface to avoid damage. Remove the
1. Unscrew the four screws (1) and then
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remove the plinth (see page 19).
2. Remove the bottom hinge plates (3,4)
by unscrewing the eight lock screws
(5).
Be careful tohold thedoor to
prevent damage. (Fig.7)
3. Gently lower the door to remove it from 3 4 5
the fittings on the left hand side of the
Reversing
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Base 1
Appliance tilted 45°
the door
It is possible to reverse the door on this
appliance, if required. We recommend
the help of at least one other
individual throughout this process.
Protect the area beneath the door with
several clean towels or similar
protective means. Do not tilt the
appliance further than 90°during this
process. Allow the cooler to settle for
at least 8 hours before switching on
after tilting.
Door
hand side of the cabinet and use them
on the now exposed screw holes.
5.
tophinge (11 or12 inFig. 10).
4. Pop out the cover caps on the left
Screw the alternative hinge included in
Fig.
Fig. 6
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Fig. 7

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cabinet (Fig.10).
6. Unscrew and transfer the hinge
pin (8) and door support (7) to the
opposite lower hinge (Fig.8).
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Refit the plinth by following
Unscrew and transfer the door
adapter (9) to the designated top
positions of the door (Fig.9).
Rotate the door 180°° and relocate
it to the designated position.
Screw the bottom hinges on and
tighten them (Fig.11).
Adjust door alignment by loosening
the screws (10) and repositioning
the door apadter (9) to achieve the
desired level. (Fig.9).
Transfer the handle and caps to
the opposite positions.
the
steps on page 19.