FULGOR WC45-10 User manual

WINE CELLAR - 45cm
MODEL WC45-10

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COMPRESSOR WINE COOLER
This manual contains important information including safety and installation instructions
of the appliances. Please read it carefully before use and follow all safety information &
instructions. It is recommended to keep this manual for easy reference so that you can be
familiar with the operation of the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION........................................................................................pag. 5
STURCTURE AND DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................pag. 6
BUILT-IN-COLUMN SERIES (Built into a kitchen cabinet)............................................................pag. 6
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING...............................................................pag. 8
UNPACKING AND CLEANING THE WINE COOLER.....................................................................pag. 8
OPERATING THE WINE COOLER................................................................................................pag. 8
WORKING CLIMATE.....................................................................................................................pag. 8
WINE STORAGE...........................................................................................................................pag. 8
CONTROL PANEL.........................................................................................................................pag. 10
POWER ON/OFF CONTROL.........................................................................................................pag. 10
UNLOCKING THE CONTROL PANEL...........................................................................................pag.11
INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL...................................................................................pag. 11
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WINDOW.............................................................................................pag. 11
TEMPERATURE SETTING............................................................................................................pag. 12
SELECTING FAHRENHEIT(ºF) & CELSIUS (ºC) DISPLAY.............................................................pag. 12
CARE AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................pag. 12
CLEANING THE WINE COOLER...................................................................................................pag. 12
POWER FAILURE..........................................................................................................................pag. 13
MOVING THE WINE COOLER.......................................................................................................pag. 13
ENERGY SAVING TIPS.................................................................................................................pag. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................pag. 14
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Before use the appliance, please properly position and install it as described in this manual. To avoid
the risk of electrical shock, or injury when using the appliance, follow these basic precautions:
• The appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.
• Make sure the voltage/current marked on the rating label corresponds with your supply voltage.
Plug into a grounded 3-pin outlet, do not remove grounding pin, do not use an adapter, and do not
use an extension cord.
• It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided.
• Never clean the appliance parts with which may create a hazard or explosion.
appliance.
• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cleaning, maintenance or servicing.
Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance unless it is recommended
in this material. All other servicing should be referred to a technician.
• Ensure enough peoples to move and install the appliance to avoid any damage to the appliance or
injury to the peoples.
• To ensure proper ventilation for the appliance, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed.
Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.).
• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 10 amps or higher.
• It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly. You may adjust the
appliance’s feet to level it.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young children. Never allow children to operate, play with
or crawl inside the appliance.
• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage
or discolor the interior.
• Do not use this appliance for other than its intended purpose.
• The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may be hazardous.
• When you dispose the appliance, take off the door and leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside. And make sure the coolant circuit, particularly the heat exchanger at
the back/bottom of the unit not be damaged.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product is not to be handled
as normal household waste and it is to be taken to a recycling collection point for electrical and
electronic goods.
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STRUCTURE AND DESCRIPTION
BUILT-IN-COLUMN SERIES (Built into a kitchen cabinet)
Touch-Key
Control Panel
& Digital
Display
Condenser
Door
Handle
Gasket
Deep Shelf
Shallow Shelf
Bracket for
components Leveling Foot
Fig. 1
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200 cm2min.
600 mm
555 mm
560 mm
453 mm
10 mm min.
200 cm2min.
20 mm
10 mm min.
592 mm
540 mm
560 mm
20 mm
451 mm
455 mm
455mm Height Installation Drawing
Tighten the 4 screws to the
wine cooler
Fig. 2
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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING
UNPACKING AND CLEANING THE WINE COOLER
• Remove the exterior and interior packing materials.
• Let the appliance stand upright for approximately 2 hours before connecting it to the power
source, which helps to reduce the possibility of a cooling-system malfunction from handling during
transportation.
• Use a soft cloth to clean the interior surface with lukewarm water.
OPERATING THE WINE COOLER
WORKING CLIMATE
• The appliance is designed for operating from SN to T climate (see below climate class chart). It is
recommended to maintain the ambient around 22-25°C which helps the appliance working with
low power consumption.
Climate Class Ambient Temperature
SN 10 - 32 °C (50 °F – 90 °F)
N 16 - 32 °C (61 °F – 90 °F)
ST 18 - 38 °C (64 °F – 100 °F)
T 18 - 43 °C (64 °F – 109 °F)
• If the ambient temperature is above or below the designed climate range, the performance of the
unit may be affected. For example, the appliance operating in extreme cold or hot conditions may
sometimes.
WINE STORAGE
• The standard shelves are designed perfectly for Bordeaux bottle storage. The maximum loaded
bottles may vary subject to the different size or dimension wine bottles you store.
• The shelves are with Telescopic Rails which has stoppers by themselves.
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• To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have the door opened fully all the way before
pulling the shelves out.
• Please store wine in sealed bottles.
• Do not cover the shelves with aluminum foil or any other shelf material which may prevent air
circulation.
• Should the wine cooler be left empty for long periods it is suggested that the appliance is unplugged,
and after careful cleaning, leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate inside the cabinet in order to
avoid possible condensation, mold or odours forming.
• Recommended temperatures for chilling/storing your wines.
Red Wines 15 – 18 °C (59 °F – 64 °F)
Dry/White Wines 9 – 14 °C (48 °F – 57 °F)
Rose Wines 10 – 11 °C (50 °F – 52 °F)
Sparkling Wines 5 – 8 °C (41 °F – 46 °F)
CONTROL PANEL
Fig. 3
Power
Lock / Unlock ºC/ºF Interchange
Lighting
Display Window
Temp.Up
Temp.Down
POWER ON/OFF CONTROL
• When the appliance is plugged in to a power outlet, it powers on automatically.
• Touch the power mark and hold for 10 seconds to turn off (or turn on) the appliance.
• No matter it is under a locked or unlocked situation, you can turn off the appliance by touching the
power mark and holding for 10 seconds.
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Warning: To avoid damaging the compressor, please do not turn on the appliance again
within 5 minutes after you turn it off.
UNLOCKING THE CONTROL PANEL
• To unlock the control panel, touch the power mark and lighting mark with 2 at the
same time and hold for 3 seconds . When unlocked a buzz sound will be heard.
• The control panel will be automatically locked with a buzz sound heard after 10 seconds without
being touched.
• Under the locked situation, the control panel will not react to any touching (except the power mark
which works as above Power On/Off Control description).
INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL
• Under the unlocked situation, touch the lighting mark to turn on (or turn off ) the interior cool
LED lighting.
• The lighting will be continuously on if it is not turned off.
• The control panel will be automatically locked with a buzz sound heard after 10 seconds without
being touched.
• Under the locked situation, the control panel will not react to any touching (except the power mark
which works as above Power On/Off Control description).
• Touch the power mark and lighting mark with 2 at the same time and hold for 3
seconds to unlock the control panel. When unlocked a buzz sound will be heard.
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WINDOW
• The temperature is displayed in digital which is the best way to be read out. The digital is shown
as the set temperature when you are setting the temperature, and it will change to be the real
temperature of the inside cabinet after 10 seconds without being touched.
• When the temperature probe is out of order, the display window will show with “HH” or “LL” instead
of a digital while continuous buzz sound will be heard. In case of this happens, this appliance
is considerately designed to keep periodical running of compressor and fans which helps to keep
the coldness of the inside cabinet to protect your stored wines.
Warning: To avoid destroying your stored wines, it is strongly recommended to have the
appliance repaired immediately, as the spare periodical running can not ensure the appliance
to achieve the temperature you have set.
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TEMPERATURE SETTING
• The temperature setting range is 5-22 ºC (41-72 ºF).
• Directly touch the or mark to set the wine cooler temperature as you want.
• The touch on or mark will recall the previous set temperature displayed in the digital
window. If the appliance runs after a power failure (or unplugging), the previous set temperature
does not exist and is replaced by the defaulted temperature at 12ºC.
• Touch the mark to increase the set temperature by 1ºC. On the contrary, touch the mark to
decrease the set temperature by 1ºC.
• The digital will change to display the real temperature of the inside cabinet after 10 seconds
without being touched.
Note: For the time to use the appliance or to restart the appliance after having been shut off for
a long time, you may a few degrees variance between the set temperature and the displayed
temperature. It is normal and everything of the appliance will be in the order after a few hours running
SELECTING FAHRENHEIT(ºF) & CELSIUS (ºC) DISPLAY
Touch the marks with 2 at the same time and hold for 5 seconds, you can interchange
the Fahrenheit and Celsius display.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE WINE COOLER
• Turn off the power, unplug the appliance, and remove all items.
• Wipe the inside surfaces with a sponge and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2
tablespoons of baking soda to a quart (approx. 1 litre) of warm water.
• Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution. Allow wooden shelves to dry.
• Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning area of the controls, or any electrical
parts.
• Wipe the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Wipe dry with a clean soft
cloth.
• Do not use steel wool or steel brush on the stainless steel. These will contaminate the stainless
steel with steel particles and rusting may occur.
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POWER FAILURE
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your
appliance if you minimize the number of times of door opening.
If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect
your contents.
MOVING THE WINE COOLER
• Remove all items.
• Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
• Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect
outside of appliance with a blanket, or similar item.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
• The appliance should be located away from heat producing appliances, and away from direct
sunlight.
• Ensure that the unit is adequately ventilated. Never cover air vents.
• Only open the door when necessary. Avoid leaving the door open for long periods or opening/
closing the door frequently..
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you feel the appliance is out of order, follow these instructions to try to see if you can solve the
problem simply by yourself before calling for service.
N° PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / MEASURE
1 The wine cooler does not
operate
Not plugged in.
The awwwppliance is turned off.
The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
2 The wine cooler is not cold
enough
Check the temperature control setting.
External environment may require a higher setting.
The door is opened too frequently.
The door is not closed completely.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
3 Automatically turn-on and
turn-off frequently
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of contents has been added to the wine
cooler.
The door is opened too frequently.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
4 The lighting does not work Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
The lighting is turned off.
5 Too much vibration Check to assure that the appliance is level.
Check to assure no parts inside the cabinet or in the
compressor chamber are loose.
6 The wine cooler seems to
make too much noise refrigerant, which is normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling sounds
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may
cause popping and crackling noises.
The appliance is not level.
7 The door will not close
properly.
The wine cooler is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves are out of position.
8 The display window is shown
with “HH” or “LL” instead of
a digital and/or with
continuous buzz sound.
The temperature probe is out of order.
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1. Warranty Period
1.1 Domestic Warranty
Fulgor Milano Australasia warrants that any Product purchased from it, and when used in accordance with the Instructions for
household or personal use, shall be delivered free from defects in workmanship and materials and will perform for a period of two
(2) years from the date of purchase.
1.2 Commercial Warranty
Fulgor Milano Australasia warrants that any Product purchased from it, and when used in accordance with the Instructions for
Commercial Use, shall be delivered free from defects in workmanship and materials and will perform for a period of one (1) year
from the date of purchase.
2. Exclusions from Warranty
2.1 This Warranty does not cover:
i. Abuse;
ii. Misuse;
iii. Any damage sustained by a product whilst being transported;
iv. Other defects not related to materials or workmanship;
v. Consumable items including, but not limited to, replacement of light globes, glass breakage due to impact;
vi. Damage or failure caused to the Product by unsuitable physical or operating environment.
3. Warranty Claim
3.1 To make a Claim you must:
a) Contact your nearest Local Servicing Agent, details of which are on Fulgor Milano Australasia’s website listed
above; and
b) Provide Proof of Purchase and this Warranty to the Local Servicing Agent.
3.2 Upon receipt of a valid Claim, a Local Servicing Agent will attend your premises to inspectthe Product.
3.3 Where a Product is found to be defective, Fulgor Milano Australasia will, at its option and expense, repair or replace the
Product or the defective material or part. If Fulgor Milano Australasia repairs or replaces a defective Product, the warranty
period for any Product repaired or replaced does not extend beyond the original Warranty Period.
3.4 Where the Product is located outside the Normal Servicing Area, You must pay for the cost of the nearest Local Servicing
Agent to attend your premises.
Warranty Statement
This warranty is provided by:
Product Name:
Model Number:
Date of Purchase:
Name: Fulgor Milano Australasia Pty Ltd ACN 164 163 982
Address: 14/24-32 Lexington Drive, Bella Vista
Telephone Number: 1300 FULGOR (1300 385 467)
Email Address: [e-mail]
Website: www.fulgor.com.au

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3.5 If You are unable to provide Proof of Purchase, Fulgor Milano Australasia will not be obliged to repair or replace the
defective Product.
3.6 Fulgor Milano Australasia will not be responsible for any costs or expenses, loss or damage, associated with:
a) Any transport of the Product to a Local Servicing Agent;
b) Any consequential damages from the use of the Product;
c) The de-installation and re-installation of the Product at Your premises to make the Product available for
inspection and servicing/repair, or any consequential damage caused by de-installation and re-installation of the
Product.
3.7 You may assign this Warranty. An assignee of this Warranty may only make a Claim where the following conditions are met:
a) You have provided to the assignee, and the assignee produces, Your Proof of Purchase; and
b) Any claim by an assignee is made within the original Warranty Period.
4. Statutory and Other Legal Rights
4.1.
under any law which relates to the Product.
4.2. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure.
5.
“Claim” means a claim made under this Warranty.
“Commercial Use” means use that is not household or personal use;
“Fulgor Milano Australasia” means Fulgor Milano Australasia Pty Ltd ACN 164 163 982;
“Instructions” means any instructions provided by Fulgor Milano Australasia for the use of the Product;
“Local Servicing Agent” means a servicing agent which has been appointed by Fulgor Milano Australasia, to service a
Product;
“Normal Servicing Area” means an area where a Local Servicing Agent has been appointed by Fulgor Milano Australasia
to service Products;
“Product” means the product of Fulgor Milano Australasia that this Warranty applies to;
“Proof of Purchase” means the receipt issued to You at the point of sale;
“Warranty” means this warranty statement;
“Warranty Period” means the applicable warranty period depending on whether it is commercial warranty or domestic
warranty;
“You” means you the purchaser of the Fulgor Milano Australasia Product.
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