Falcon FWS38DX Manual

Installation
Operation
and
Maintenance
Instructions
Refrigerated
Wine Storage Unit with
Sentry System™ Refrigeration Monitor
FWS38DX & FWS60DX
FALCON REFRIGERATED WINE STORAGE UNIT

Remove Packaging
Your wine storage unit has been packed for shipment with all
parts that could be damaged by movement securely fastened.
Before using, be sure all packing materials and tape have
been removed.
Important
Keep your carton packaging until your wine storage unit has
been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good condi-
tion. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed as
proof of damage in transit.
Note to Customer
This merchandise was carefully packed and thoroughly
inspected before leaving our plant. Responsibility for its safe
delivery was assumed by the retailer upon acceptance of the
shipment. Claims for loss or damage sustained in transit
must be made on the retailer as follows:
Exterior and Concealed Damage•
Any damage must be reported immediately to your retailer.
DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO THE
MANUFACTURER - FILE THE CLAIM WITH THE RETAILER.
UNPACKING YOUR WINE STORAGE UNIT
1
Model
Dimensions (mm) Weight
(kg)
Bottle
Capacity
Storage
Capacity
(Litre)
Temperature
Range
(°C)
Power
Supply
W D H
FWS38DX 375 600 870 54 24 85 4-18 230VAC/50Hz
FWS60DX 607 616 870 75 54 175 4-18 230VAC/50Hz
NOTE: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

INSTALLING YOUR WINE STORAGE UNIT
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Select Location
The proper location will ensure peak performance of your
appliance. Choose a location where the unit will be out of
direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Best perfor-
mance will be maintained when installed within the follow-
ing parameters:
Ideal Ambient Temperature Range
Built-In 18-26 °C
Free-Standing 18-32 °C
Cabinet Clearance
Ventilation is required from the bottom front section of the
unit. Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions.
Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front corners of the unit should be
set so the unit is firmly positioned on the floor and the front
is raised just enough so that the door closes easily when
opened about halfway.
Turn leveling legs clockwise to raise unit, counterclockwise
to lower it.
Electrical Connection
Use nominal 230 VAC, 50 Hz only. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. All
external wiring must comply with the IEE Regulations for
the Electrical Equipment of Buildings. Connections to the
electrical supply can be made with either a plug and socket
or be permanently wired via a double-pole switch.
The appliance is supplied with a 250VAC PVC (85 degrees
C) core cable (0.5mm=x2.5 metres long). Any replace-
ment cable fitted must follow this specification. The unit
may be supplied with either a moulded or rewirable plug.
Should the plug not fit the socket at the installation site, it
should be removed and replaced with the correct type of
plug.
If a moulded plug is fitted which is not suitable, it must be
removed and disposed of. To avoid the risk of electrocu-
tion, a plug must not be left where a child may plug it into
a supply socket. It must not be used for any other appli-
ance. A three pin plug to BS 1363 with a capacity of not
less than 13A must be used and fitted with a 13A fuse
“ASTA” apporved to BS 1363.
If you replace the fuse, the cover must be refitted. If the
cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement
has been obtained from your supplier. The color of the
fuse cover is that of the insert in the base of the fuse recess
or elsewhere on the plug. Always state this color when
ordering a replacement cover.
If your appliance has a moulded plug, you do NOT have
to do the following assembly as shown in Figure 1. Appli-
ances with moulded plugs are ready to use as is.
IMPORTANT: The wires should be connected to the ter-
minals of the plug as follows:
Earth to the terminal marked E or coloured Green or•
Green/Yellow.
Neutral to the terminal marked N or coloured Black or•
Brown.
Live to the terminal marked L or coloured Red or•
Brown.
When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are re-
tained in each terminal. The flexible main cable, plug and
socket must not be exposed to flue products or be allowed
to come in contact with a hot surface. The cable must not
be trapped or pulled taut when the appliance is pushed into
position.
THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
BE UNEARTHED.
Figure 1
Green/Yellow
(earth) Fuse (13A)
Blue (neutral) Brown (live)

Start Your Appliance
Your appliance will start upon initial plug-in. The LED will
flash amber upon initial plug-in due to your unit being
powered-on at the factory to verify performance and then
powered-off. The Sentry System™ refrigeration monitor
senses a power outage has occurred and relays this infor-
mation to you when you initially power-up your appliance.
This is normal and pressing the “ON/OFF” button will reset
this alarm function.
If your appliance’s control has been shut off (i.e., unit
plugged in, interior lights operate, display blank), unit must
be turned on. To turn on your appliance, push and hold
for five (5) seconds, the “ON/OFF” button located on the
display panel (see Figure 2).
Once loaded with wine bottles, allow at least 48 hours for
the unit to stabilize before making any adjustments to the
initial setting.
Set Your Temperature Mode
This product can display either Fahrenheit or Celsius. To
do so, press the “°F/C” button on the display panel.
Set the Controls
The available temperature range of the unit is from 4 to
18 degrees C. The temperature set point is initially set in
the factory at thirteen (13) degrees C. The temperature set
point can be lowered or raised by first pushing the “SET”
button on the display pad. A “SET” icon will be displayed.
Pushing either the “WARMER” or “COLDER” buttons lo-
cated on the display pad will raise or lower the set temper-
ature by one (1) degree C or F (depending on your setting).
As with any refrigeration product, there is a slight tempera-
ture variance at different locations within the cabinet.
Adjustable Temperature Control
The temperature control is fully adjustable from the low
single digits to the high teens. The range allows flexibility
of temperature preferences.
Interior Light and Switch
The interior light makes it easy to view your wine labels
and enhances the display of your collection. The light will
always come on when the door is opened.
Warning Alarms
Your wine storage unit has been fitted with a Sentry
System™ refrigeration monitor. This monitor will let you
know if your unit is not functioning properly for optimum
wine storage.
Door Ajar Alarm
If the door has been left open for over five (5) minutes, the
alarm will sound and the LED will flash green. This will
stop as soon as the door is closed.
High and Low Temperature
If your unit reaches temperatures outside normal operating
temperatures for your set point for more than one (1) hour,
an alarm will sound and the LED will flash red. This will
warn you that your wines have seen temperatures that may
not be conducive for long-term storage.
Power Failure
If your unit experiences a power failure, the LED will flash
amber until the alarm is reset.
Reset Alarms
Press the “ON/OFF” button for approximately one (1) sec-
ond. This will reset all audible and display alarms.
Sabbath Mode
Your wine storage unit is equipped with a Sabbath Mode
feature. By activating this mode, you will be disabling all
displays, audible alarms and lights.
To activate Sabbath Mode, press and hold the “SET” but-
ton while pressing the “°F/C” button four (4) times within
seven (7) seconds. To deactivate Sabbath Mode, repeat the
process. Sabbath Mode will automatically deactivate after
72 hours.
Figure 2
SENTRY SYSTEM™ REFRIGERATION MONITOR
3
ON
OFF 13 CSet Warmer
Colder
°F/C
Light
Sentry System™
Power Failure - Flashing Amber
High/Low Temp - Red
Press ON/OFF - Reset
Alarms OFF - Steady Amber

FWS38DX WINE STORAGE UNIT FEATURES
Insert Wine Bottles
The six (6) roll-out shelves each hold four (4) bottles. See
Figure 3 for typical wine bottle spacing. Tall bottles should
not be loaded on the bottom rack because they may pre-
vent the door from closing.
Loading Tips and Suggestions
Position white wines on the middle or lower racks and red
wines on the upper racks (see Figure 4).
Keep wines that you plan to use for everyday drinking and
entertaining on the front half of the racks where labels are
completely visible. Place wines for aging or longer term
storing in the rear.
Roll-out Racks
The six (6) roll-out wine racks may be pulled out approxi-
mately 355 millimeters to facilitate adding or removing
bottles. Do NOT lean on or press down heavily on the
wine shelves. Doing so may damage the shelves and the
wine bottles stored on them. Pull the wine racks out gently
and carefully to minimize unsettling your wine collection.
AVOID pulling out more than one rack at any time to
maintain stability.
Single Bottle Racks
Since bottles are not stacked on top of each other, you can
easily view and access your inventory without disturbing
other bottles (see Figure 5).
Front Bottles (Necks Facing Rear)
Rear Bottles (Necks Facing Front)
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
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FWS60DX WINE STORAGE UNIT FEATURES
5
Insert Wine Bottles
The six (6) roll-out shelves each hold eight (8) bottles. See
Figure 6 for typical wine bottle spacing. Tall bottles should
not be loaded on the bottom rack because they may pre-
vent the door from closing.
Loading Tips and Suggestions
Position white wines on the middle or lower racks and red
wines on the upper racks (see Figure 7).
Keep wines that you plan to use for everyday drinking and
entertaining on the front half of the racks where labels are
completely visible. Place wines for aging or longer term
storing in the rear.
Roll-out Racks
The six (6) roll-out wine racks may be pulled out approxi-
mately 355 millimeters to facilitate adding or removing
bottles. Do NOT lean on or press down heavily on the
wine shelves. Doing so may damage the shelves and the
wine bottles stored on them. Pull the wine racks out gently
and carefully to minimize unsettling your wine collection.
AVOID pulling out more than one rack at any time to
maintain stability.
Single Bottle Racks
Since bottles are not stacked on top of each other, you can
easily view and access your inventory without disturbing
other bottles (see Figure 8).
Front Bottles (Necks Facing Rear)
Rear Bottles (Necks Facing Front)
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8

CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR WINE STORAGE UNIT
Condenser
The condenser tubing inside the cabinet does not require
frequent cleaning; however, satisfactory cooling depends
on adequate ventilation over the coils. Be sure that noth-
ing obstructs the required air flow openings in front of the
cabinet. At least once or twice a year, brush or vacuum lint
and dirt from the condenser for efficient performance by
unscrewing the grille on the bottom front of the cabinet.
Cabinet
The painted cabinet can be washed with a mild soap and
water and thoroughly rinsed with clear water. NEVER use
abrasive scouring cleaners.
Interior
Wash interior compartment with mild soap and water. Do
NOT use an abrasive cleaner, solvent, polish cleaner or
undiluted detergent.
Roll-out Racks
Tha racks may be cleaned with mild soap and water and a
soft cloth. Do NOT use any abrasive cleaners.
Door Gasket
The vinyl gasket may be cleaned with mild soap and water,
a baking soda solution or a mild scouring powder.
Light Bulb Replacement
WARNING! DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE
ATTEMPTING LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT. Failure to do so
may result in an electrical shock that could severely injure
you.
The FWS38DX uses one, 6 watt light tube and the
FWS60DX uses two, 6 watt light tubes to illuminate the
interior of the wine storage unit. The light tube is a very
reliable electrical component, but should it not function
properly, please call the dealer you purchased your wine
storage unit from for a replacement light tube. Use only an
original equipment light tube from your dealer or Falcon.
Do NOT under any circumstance use a light tube that
exceeds 10 watts!
To replace a light tube, use a hex-head driver, remove the
two hex-head screws that hold a cover plate over the back
section of the light tube. Set the screws and cover plate
aside for reassembly later.
Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, gently lever the front
section of the light tube down to allow it to be pulled clear
of the light housing.
Disconnect the two insulated electrical connectors from the
cabinet’s electrical cable and discard the old light tube.
Reconnect the electrical connector of the new light tube to
the cabinet’s electrical cable connectors. Make sure it is
secure and fully installed.
Carefully realign the light tube’s electrical terminal back
into the rear of the light enclosure channel making sure not
to crimp them. Gently insert the light tube along the length
of the light enclosure channel. Press the light tube gen-
tly into the light enclosure channel. Only a small part of
the light tube should project below the ceiling of the wine
storage unit. DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO FIT THE LIGHT
TUBE.
Place the light tube terminal cover plate back in the original
position on the light enclosure’s flange. Reuse the original
two screws to secure it in place. Plug the wine storage unit
into the electrical socket. Check to see if the light tube op-
erates properly. Your light tube’s replacement is complete.
The light tubes are not covered by your warranty. Replace-
ment tubes can be obtained from your dealer or from
Falcon.
In the Event of a Power Failure
If a power failure occurs, try to correct it as soon as pos-
sible. Minimize the number of door openings while the
power is off so as not to adversely affect the unit’s tem-
perature.
Disposal
When you dispose of this product, do so in a way sympa-
thetic to the environment. For further information, contact
your local authority.
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TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WINE STORAGE UNIT
7
Before Calling for Service
Before calling for service, check the troubleshooting table on this page. This
table lists possible problems that you can remedy without difficulty to avoid an
unnecessary service call.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES/SOLUTIONS
Odor in cabinet 1. Interior needs cleaning
Noisy operation 1. Cabinet not level
2. Weak floor
Cabinet vibrates 1. Cabinet not level
2. Weak floor
Cabinet light not working 1. Tube burned out
2. No power at outlet
Appliance will not run
1. “ON/OFF” button pressed
2. Power cord not plugged in
3. No power at electrical outlet
4. House fuse blown
Appliance runs too long
1. Prolonged door openings
2. Control set too cold
3. Condenser needs cleaning
Moisture collects inside
1. Too many door openings
2. Prolonged door openings
3. Hot, humid weather increases condensation
4. Control improperly set
Moisture collects on out-
side surface
1. Hot, humid weather increases condensation
(as humidity decreases, moisture will disappear)
2. Control improperly set
Interior too hot/too cold 1. Control improperly set
Sentry System™
refrigeration monitor
activated
1. See “Warning Alarms” on page 3
2. See “Sentry System™ Control Quick
Reference”
3. Temperature alarm may occur after user
selected temperature set point changes in ex-
cess of six (6) degrees C or during heavy usage
conditions. This is normal and not a fault of the
appliance. The Sentry System™ is monitoring
the duration of large swings in temperature to
protect your contents, and may alert you to this
event. See “Reset Alarms” on page 4.
Help Prevent Tragedies
Each year children die because they
climb inside a discarded refrigera-
tion product, get trapped inside and
suffocate. Take precautions to prevent
such tragedies by removing the door
or by taping or chaining it shut before
discarding.

OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR WINE STORAGE UNIT
8
If You Do Need Service
If you do need service, contact your dealer or Falcon. In
any correspondence, refer to the model number and serial
number of your unit which is located on the upper left hand
side of the wall liner. Retain your proof of purchase.
Please complete the appliance details below and keep
them safe for future reference - this information will enable
us to accurately identify your particular appliance and help
us to help you. Filling this in now will save you time and
inconvenience if you later have a problem with your unit.
For Your Records
Date of purchase
Dealer’s Name
Dealer’s Address
Dealer’s Town
Dealer’s County
Dealer’s Post Code
Appliance Serial Number
Model Number
How to Obtain Service
In the unlikely event that you have a problem with your
wine storage unit, please refer to your User’s Documenta-
tion first to check that you are using the unit correctly.
If you are still having difficulty, you can ring our Consumer
Services Centre on the number below, where one of our
coordinators will be pleased to advise you.
Falcon Consumer Services on 0870789 5107
If you experience a technical failure and require an engi-
neer to call, please contact our service provider directly, on
the numebr below to make an appointment. Please have
your unit’s serial number on hand when you ring.
Service Provider on 0870789 5107
Pleae note: If you request an engineer to visit and the fault
is not the responsibility of Falcon, our service provider
reserves the right to make a change.
Appointments not kept by you may be subject to a charge.
Out of Warranty
We recommend that Falcon appliances are serviced regu-
larly throughout their life to maintain the best performance
and efficiency.
Service work should only be carried out by technically
competent and suitably qualified personnel. For your own
safety, always ensure that work is carried out by an ap-
proved electrician.
Electricians can be found listed in the Yellow Pages.
Spare Parts
To maintain optimum and safe performance, we recom-
mend that only genuine Falcon spare parts are used.
These are available from your Falcon retailer and from:
Cowley Components Ltd.
Masons Road
Stratford upon Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 9NR
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

GUARANTEE
9
Free 1st Year Parts & Labour Guarantee
Covers goods for the period of 12 months from the date of purchase subject ot the below exclusions.
Free 2nd & 3rd Year Parts Only Guarantee
Covers parts only, beginning 13 months and ending 36 months from the date of purchase subject to the following exclu-
sions.
Terms and Conditions
The appliance -
Has been correctly installed in accordance with current legislation, relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice by a•
competent person.
Has been used solely in a domestic environment and for domestic purposes. Guarantee only applies to normal domes-•
tic use.
Is in use in the UK/Channel Islands and has not been taken abroad as a personal export. This offer is not available in•
the Republic of Ireland.
Has not been repaired by unauthorised persons, i.e. other than organisations authorised to act on behalf of Falcon•
Consumer Services.
Offer only applied to new appliances, second hand appliances or reconditioned products are excluded.•
Has not been subject to misuse, accidental damage or modification.•
This guarantee is not transferable.•
The guarantee covers any mechanical breakdown and cosmetic deterioration associated with a manufacturing defect.•
Proof and date of purchase will need to be established to receive a service visit.•
Exceptions: Items that are not included under the guarantee include light tubes and other consumable accessories. Any
damge caused other than through normal use. Cosmetic deterioration deemed to be normal wear and tear.
Costs will be incurred if a service call is arranged and no fault is found.
This warranty is in addition to your Statutory Rights.

NOTES
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All specifications and product designs subject to change without notice. Such revisions do not entitle
the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, additions, replacements or compensation for
previously purchased products.
Clarence Street, Royal Leamingtion Spa,
Warwickshire, CV31 2AD, England.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
AGA RANGEMASTER GROUP PLC
41011080 Rev E
01.15.09
www.falconappliances.co.uk