Grand Cru Pro Series User manual

IN BUILT
AND
FREE-
STANDING
@GrandCruWineFridges
www.grandcruwinefridges.com.au
WINE FRIDGE
GC194 PRO SERIES
OWNERS MANUAL
NEED HELP? CALL
1300 935 683

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................. 4
STRUCTURE & INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATION ............................................................................. 8
OPERATING THE WINE FRIDGE .....................................................................................10
WORKING CLIMATE .................................................................................................................10
WINE STORAGE ........................................................................................................................10
CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................................... 11
POWER ON/OFF CONTROL .....................................................................................................12
INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL ................................................................................12
UNLOCKING THE CONTROL PANEL ......................................................................................12
SELECTING FAHRENHEIT (°F) & CELSIUS (°C) DISPLAY .....................................................12
TEMPERATURE SETTING ........................................................................................................12
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WINDOW ........................................................................................13
CARE & MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................14
CLEANING THE WINE FRIDGE ................................................................................................14
REMOVING THE SHELVES .......................................................................................................14
CARBON FILTER CHANGE ......................................................................................................15
DEFROSTING ............................................................................................................................16
MOVING YOUR WINE FRIDGE ..................................................................................................16
POWER FAILURE .....................................................................................................................16
VACATION TIME .......................................................................................................................16
DISCONNECTING FROM POWER ............................................................................................16
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................17
WARRANTY, SERVICE AND SUPPORT ............................................................................18
STORING AND STACKING ..............................................................................................19
DIFFERENT SHAPES & SIZES .................................................................................................19
STACKING FOR AGEING ..........................................................................................................19
STACKING FOR ACCESSIBILITY ..............................................................................................19
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ................................................................................ 20
WINE STORAGE GUIDE ................................................................................................. 24
WINE TEMPERATURE SERVING GUIDE ......................................................................... 26
CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
IN BUILT AND
FREESTANDING
WINE FRIDGE
GC194 PRO SERIES
DO NOT TURN ON FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS AFTER DELIVERY
Let the appliance stand upright for approximately 24 hours before
connecting it to the power source, which helps to reduce the possibility
of a cooling-system malfunction from handling during transportation.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Before using your Wine Fridges, please
carefully read this instruction manual
in order to maximize its performance.
Store all documentation for subsequent
use or for other owners. This product
is intended solely for household use
or similar applications such as:
• the kitchen area for personnel in shops,
offices and other working environments
• on farms, by clientele of hotels, motels and
other environments of a residential type
• at bed and breakfasts (B & B)
• for catering services and similar
applications not for retail sale.
This appliance is intended to be used
exclusively for the storage of wine or
beverage, any other use is considered
dangerous and the manufacturer will
not be responsible for any omissions.
Also, it is recommended that you take
note of the warranty conditions.
Important: Please removed
all packaging, stickers and
films from the products surface and
clean the product’s surfaces with
a damp cloth and mild deturgent
before using for the first time.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The Wine Fridges contains a refrigerant
gas (R600a: isobutane) and insulating gas
(cyclopentane), with high compatibility
with the environment, that are, however,
inflammable. We recommend that you
follow the following regulations so as
to avoid situations dangerous to you:
• Before performing any operation, unplug
the power cord from the power socket.
• The refrigeration system positioned
behind and inside the Wine Fridges
contains refrigerant. Therefore, avoid
damaging the tubes.
• If in the refrigeration system a leak is
noted, do not touch the wall outlet and do
not use open flames. Open the window
and let air into the room. Then call a
service centre to ask for repair.
• Do not scrape with a knife or sharp
object to remove frost or ice that occurs.
With these, the refrigerant circuit can
be damaged, the spill from which can
cause a fire or damage your eyes.
• Do not install the appliance in humid,
oily or dusty places, nor expose it
to direct sunlight and to water.
• Do not install the appliance near
heaters or inflammable materials.
• Do not use extension cords or adapters.
• Do not excessively pull or fold the power
cord or touch the plug with wet hands.
• Do not damage the plug and/or
the power cord; this could cause
electrical shocks or fires.
• It is recommended to keep the plug
clean, any excessive dust residues
on the plug can be the cause fire.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other
equipment to hasten the defrosting process.
• Absolutely avoid the use of open
flame or electrical equipment, such
as heaters, steam cleaners, candles,
oil lamps and the like in order to
speed up the defrosting phase.
• Do not use or store inflammable sprays,
such as spray paint, near the Wine Fridges.
It could cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments,
unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not place or store inflammable and
highly volatile materials such as ether,
petrol, LPG, propane gas, aerosol spray
cans, adhesives, pure alcohol, etc.
These materials may cause an explosion.
• Do not store medicine or research
materials in the Wine Fridges.
When the material that requires a
strict control of storage temperatures
is to be stored, it is possible that it will
deteriorate or an uncontrolled reaction
may occur that can cause risks.
• Maintain the ventilation openings in
the appliance enclosure or in the built-
in structure, free of obstruction.
• Do not place objects and/or containers
filled with water on the top of the appliance.
• Do not perform repairs on this Wine
Fridges. All interventions must be
performed solely by qualified personnel.
• This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and by
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or with a lack of
experience and knowledge; provided
that they have been given adequate
supervision or instruction concerning
how to use the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not
be made by children without supervision
• 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.

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• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance must be positioned
so that the plug is accessible
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• The appliance shall not be
installed in the laundry
• GWP for R600a: 3
• Do not store explosive substances
such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
−Warning: Keep ventilation openings,
in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
−Warning: Do not use mechanical
devices or other means to accelerate
the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
−Warning: Do not damage
the refrigerant circuit.
−Warning: Do not use electrical
appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer
SCRAPPING APPLIANCES
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
WEEE contains both polluting substances
(which can cause negative consequences
for the environment) and basic components
(which can be re-used). It is important to
have WEEE subjected to specific treatments,
in order to remove and dispose properly
all pollutants, and recover and recycle
all materials. Individuals can play an
important role in ensuring that WEEE
does not become an environmental issue;
it is essential to follow some basic rules:
• WEEE should not be treated
as household waste;
• WEEE should be handed over to the
relevant collection points managed by the
municipality or by registered companies.
In many countries, for large WEEE,
home collection could be present.
In many countries, when you buy a new
appliance, the old one may be returned
to the retailer who has to collect it free of
charge on a one-to-one basis, as long as the
equipment is of equivalent type and has the
same functions as the supplied equipment.
CONFORMITY
By placing the marking on this product,
we declare, on our own responsibility,
compliance to all of European safety,
health and environmental requirements
stated in the legislation for this product.
ENERGY SAVING
• Always ensure good ventilation. Do not
cover ventilation opening or grille.
• Always keep fan louvers clear.
• Do not place appliance in areas of
direct sunlight or close to a stove,
heather or similar object.
• Open or keep the doors open
as little as possible
• Remove dust present on the
rear of the appliance
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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The following pictures only show the structure of the appliance. The dimension
and shelf quantity may differ among the models of the same series.
STRUCTURE & INSTALLATION
Outside
Cabinet
Single Zone
194 Bottles
Dual Zone
181 Bottles
Single &
Dual Zone
Control
Panel
Long
Shelf
≥ 1835mm
(72 ¼”)
≥ 695mm
(27 ¼”)
655mm
(25 ¾”) 680mm
(26 ¾”)
1835mm
(72 ¼”)
≥ 730mm
(28 ¾”)
Middle
Divider
Short
Shelf
Front
Louver
Door
Handle
Gasket
Adjustable
Foot

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UNPACKING AND CLEANING
THE WINE FRIDGE
• Remove the exterior and
interior packing materials.
• Let the appliance stand upright
for approximately 24 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.
Important: The front louver
at the base of the appliance
is for ventilation. Nothing should
be placed in front of this front
louver; otherwise your Wine Fridge
may not operate properly.
• A decorative plinth can be fitted to the
front of the base vent, a cut-out should be
made in the plinth with bigger size than
the front louver. The cut out is required
whether the front louver is removed or not.
DO NOT TURN ON FOR
AT LEAST 24 HOURS
AFTER DELIVERY
Let the appliance
stand upright for
approximately 24 hours
before connecting it to the
power source, which helps
to reduce the possibility of a
cooling-system malfunction from
handling during transportation.
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT AND
LEVELLING OFF YOUR WINE CABINET
• The appliance is equipped with adjustable
feet, so that the height may be adjusted to
level the cabinet on uneven floor surfaces.
• We recommend that two people
carry out this procedure.
• The height must be adjusted prior to
building the appliance into the housing
unit and it should be set at such a height
that the top panel of the appliance fits
exactly below the kitchen worktop.
Important: Do not move
the appliance when the
feet are adjusted high.
• Tilt the appliance approximately 60° to
allow access to the adjustable feet.
• Take care to ensure the cabinet
is supported at all times.
• Twist the foot into a suitable
position to level the cabinet.
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• Repeat these steps for the
other adjustable feet.
Important: If the appliance
is not level, then the door
and door seal may be affected.
INSTALLING THE HANDLE
(IF REQUIRED)
• Remove the door Gasket slightly
to expose the two screw holes.
• Fix the Handle by screwing the two
Handle Screws tightly, the Handle
Screws with Washers are pre-
installed inside the screw holes, pls.
do not unscrew the Handle Screws too
much in case the Washers fell off.
• Replace the Gasket.
Handle
Screws
Washer
Gasket
Handle
LOCK & UNLOCK THE
DOOR (FOR OPTION)
• Lock is an optional function. If your Wine
Fridge has such function, a key should be
attached inside the packing of this Manual.
• Insert the key into the lock and turn
it counter-clockwise to unlock the
door. To lock it, please turn clockwise.
Please save the key well.

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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 fridge 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, mould or odours forming.
• Opening the door for long periods can
cause a significant increase of the
temperature in the compartments
of the appliance. The recommended
temperatures for chilling and storing
your wines is as below, please choose
zones and temperatures accordingly
• Pay attention to the recommended/
preferable storage time of
the wines you bought
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURES
Wine Type Recommended Temperature
Red 14-18°C (59°F-64°F)
White 6-14°C (48°F-57°F)
Rose 6-12°C (50°F-52°F)
Sparkling 4-10°C (41°F-46°F)
For further information see the Wine
Temperature Serving Guide on page 27.
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 = Subnormal 10°C -32°C
(50°F-90°F)
N = Normal 16°C -32°C
(61°F-90°F)
ST =Subtropical 18°C -38°C
(64°F-100°F)
T = Tropical 18°C -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
cause interior temperatures to fluctuate,
and the temperature set 5-22°C
may not be reached sometimes.
WINE STORAGE
• The standard shelves are designed
perfectly for Bordeaux style bottle
storage. The maximum bottle loading
may vary subject to the different size or
dimension of wine bottles you store.
• The shelves can be pulled out
by approximately 2/3 for easy
access to the wine storage.
OPERATING THE WINE FRIDGE

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FOR SINGLE ZONE
Display Window˚C/˚F Temp Up
Temp DownLight Unlock On/O Set
Set TempPower Actual Temp Temp Range Set
FOR DUAL ZONE
Display Window˚C/˚F Temp Up
Temp DownLight Unlock On/O Set
Upper ZonePower Lower Zone Temp Range Set
CONTROL PANEL

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POWER ON/OFF CONTROL
• Press to turn on the control panel
back light buttons if they are off.
• To turn off your wine fridge for cleaning
or extended absence, press the power
button once. After the unit beeps once,
hold the power button for 10 seconds
and your wine fridge will shut itself off.
• Once the wine fridge has been turned
off, please allow at least 5 minutes
before starting up again. This will limit
excessive wear on the compressor.
Warning: To avoid breaking
the compressor, please do not
turn on the appliance again within
5 minutes after you turn it off.
INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL
• Your wine fridge comes equipped with
7 different lighting options:
Blue-Red-Yellow-Green-White-
Orange-Purple-7 colour cycle where
the colour changes every 3 seconds.
• Press the light button once and the
lights will change to only Blue, press
the light button again and the colour will
change to Red, press the light button
again and the colour will change to
Yellow, and so on. Finally, pressing a
button a 9th time will turn of the lights.
UNLOCKING THE CONTROL PANEL
Press the lock button for
3 seconds to lock/unlock
the control panel.
SELECTING FAHRENHEIT(ºF)
& CELSIUS (ºC) DISPLAY
Press the button to alter
the temperature display
in Fahrenheit or Celsius.
TEMPERATURE SETTING
FOR SINGLE ZONE
Press to set temperature.
The digital flashes to inform the
accessibility to adjust setting.
FOR DUAL ZONE
Press to select Upper/Lower zone
for setting temperature. The digital
display flashes to inform the
accessibility to adjust setting.
TEMPERATURE UP
Press to increase setting
temperature by 1˚.
TEMPERATURE DOWN
Press to increase setting
temperature by 1˚.
BLUE xRED xYELLOW xGREEN xWHITE xORANGE xPURPLE
7 COLOUR CYCLE, 3 SECOND INTERCHANGE

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TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WINDOW
FOR SINGLE ZONE
• The temperature display will show the
set temperature when the Wine Fridge
control panel is unlocked and selected to
be reset, and show the actual temperature
when the control panel is locked.
05˚CSet temperature
of the wine fridge
25˚CActual temperature
of the wine fridge
ODisplay Window is On
Of Display Window is Off
FOR DUAL ZONE
• The display window can be set to the of
position for a less obtrusive appearance.
Your Wine Fridge will continue to run,
but the Wine Fridges display window
will not be visible. You can check
the temperature of the Wine Fridge
by pressing the Power button.
• To set the display window to either on
or off, press °C/°F button for 5 seconds
while the control panel is locked.
• Once the ON/OF indicator flashes,
press °C/°F a second time to enter into
the option interface. “ON” will show
the display window at all times while
“OF” will turn of the display window.
Leave the control panel untouched for
5 seconds to conirm your option.
05˚CSet temperature
of Upper Zone
12˚CSet temperature
of Lower Zone
ODisplay Window is On.
Of Display Window is Off.
Note: Temperatures may fluctuate
depending on whether the interior
light is On or Off and depending
on the position of the bottles.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE WINE FRIDGE
• Turn off the power, unplug the appliance,
and remove all items including shelves.
• Wipe the inside surfaces with a sponge
and baking soda solution. The solution
should be about 2 tablespoons of
baking soda to 1 litre of warm water.
• Wash the shelves with a mild
detergent solution. Allow the wooden
shelves to dry before placing them
back into the wine fridge.
• Remove excess water from the sponge
or cloth when cleaning the controls, or
any other electrical display areas.
• Wipe the outside cabinet with warm
water and a 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.
REMOVING THE SHELVES
• Before removing a Shelf from the
appliance, it is necessary to remove
all the bottles on the Shelf.
• For a model without Telescopic Rail,
move the shelf to the position where
the cut of the wooden shelf is directly
under the plastic stopper and lift the
wooden shelf. Please ensure these are
replaced when the shelf is put back.
• Make sure the shelves are fully engaged
before loading any bottle into the
cabinet. Pull the shelves out all the way
to the stopper position and push them
back in several times to make sure
the shelves are properly engaged.
• For a model with Telescopic Rail,
please lift the whole Shelf upwards
horizontally to get it off from the
4 Locating Pins of Telescopic Rail.
Cabinet
Lift and take
out the shelf
Guide Rail
Cover
Shelf
Guide Rail
Fixing Pin
REMOVING THE SHELVES

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CARBON FILTER CHANGE (OPTION)
A good ambient air quality is important
for wine maturing. The Carbon Filter is
very helpful to absorb odor and improve
air quality. For the models with Carbon
Filter, we suggest to replace it once a year.
Please contact your dealer to get the filter.
REMOVING THE CARBON FILTER
• Hold the Carbon Filter and turn it 90°
to the left or right to Remove it;
• Reinstalling the Carbon Filter:
• Hold the Carbon Filter and turn it 90° to
the left or right until it clicks into place.
MODEL WITH TELESCOPIC RAIL
Locating
Pin
Cut
Stopper

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DEFROSTING
• Defrosting occurs automatically inside
of the Wine Fridge during operation. The
defrost water is collected by the evaporating
tray and evaporates automatically.
• The evaporating tray and defrost water
drain hole should be cleaned periodically.
This will prevent water from collecting
in the bottom of the Wine Fridge,
instead of flowing down the defrost
drainage channel and drain hole.
• You can also pour a small amount of water
down the drain hole to clean inside of it.
• You 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 Fridge.
MOVING YOUR WINE FRIDGE
If you need to move your Wine Fridge
to another location you should
follow the steps outlined below.
• Remove all items from the Wine Fridge.
• Securely tape down all loose items such
as the shelves inside of the appliance.
• Turn the adjustable foot up to
the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door closed.
• Ensure 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
• If power is cut to the appliance, for a
few hours it will be able to maintain the
temperature inside the cabinet. Providing
that the number of times that the door
is opened is kept to a minimum.
• If the power cut is for longer than a few
hours, then you will need to store the
contents in an alternate location to prevent
them being affected by temperature rise.
Important: If the appliance
is unplugged, the power is
lost or turned off you must wait
5 minutes before restarting the
Wine Fridge. If you attempt to
restart before this time delay, the
compressor could be damaged.
VACATION TIME
SHORT VACATIONS
• Leave the Wine Fridge in operation
for holidays of less than 3 weeks.
LONG VACATIONS
• If your appliance is not going to be in use
for a period of time, you should remove the
bottles of wine and switch off the appliance
• The interior should be cleaned
with a solution of bicarbonate of
soda and lukewarm water.
• The interior should then be
thoroughly dried.
• To prevent mould growth, the door
should be left slightly ajar.
DISCONNECTING FROM POWER
• If the unit is unplugged, or there is a
power cut, you must wait for 5 minutes
before restarting. Attempting to restart
the Wine Fridge before 5 minutes has
elapsed, may cause it not to function.

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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.
Problem Problem Possible Cause / Measure
The wine fridge does
not operate
• Not plugged in.
• The appliance is turned off.
• The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
The wine fridge 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.
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 fridge.
• 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.
The lighting does not work • Not plugged in.
• The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
• The lighting is turned off.
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.
The wine fridge seems to
make too much noise
• The rattling noise may come from the flow
of the refrigerant, which is normal.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant.
• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls
may cause popping and crackling noises.
• The appliance is not level.
The door will not close properly. • The wine fridge is not level.
• The door was reversed and not properly installed.
• The gasket is dirty.
• The shelves are out of position.
The display window is shown
with “HH” or “LL” instead of
a digital figure, and/or with
a continuous buzz sound.
• The temperature probe is out of order.

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Thank you for purchasing a Grand Cru Wine Fridge from Home Icon International Pty
Ltd. Home Icon provides a 5-year warranty on the Grand Cru range of Wine Fridges.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Register your wine fridge now for warranty, and allow us to
provide you with the best possible after sales service:
1. Please log on to our website at www.grandcruwinefridges.com.au
2. Click on the ‘Support’ tab across the top
3. Select ‘Warranty Registration’ and fill out the details as required
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Any damages caused from improper use or not used in
accordance with the instruction manuals.
• Damage caused by connecting your product to the wrong power source/supply.
• Incorrect installation or modifications made during installation or use of the product.
• Removing screws or otherwise opening the outer case will void the warranty.
• Any damages resulting from poor handling or moving of the
product, misuse, fire or water damage etc.
• Failure to maintain the product as per the Instruction Manual.
• Problems caused by incorrect or inadequate venting of the product.
SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Should an instance arrive where you require assistance, contact our support team:
1. Please log on to our website at www.grandcruwinefridges.com.au
2. Click on the ‘Support’ tab across the top
3. Select the ‘Request a Service’ option and fill out the details as required
NEED HELP? CALL
1300 935 683
WARRANTY, SERVICE AND SUPPORT

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STORING AND STACKING
DIFFERENT SHAPES AND SIZES
This brochure makes reference to the
‘standard Bordeaux style bottle’ when
specifying capacity. However, wine
producers use a huge range of different
bottle shapes and sizes. Bottle shape variety
should be considered when selecting the
appropriate Grand Cru cabinet in which
to house your precious collection, since
shelf height and adjustability varies across
the product range. Please also be aware
that some bottles will not fit opposite
each other on the same shelf and this
may affect capacity. You may need to lay
the bottles opposite more suitably shaped
bottles. Ideally, bottles should lie with
their necks comfortably interlocking.
STACKING FOR AGEING
When filling your cabinet, we suggest
stacking the bottles you wish to cellar
and mature at the back of the shelves,
and the wines you wish to consume
in the shortterm at the front.
STACKING FOR ACCESSIBILITY
When stacking bottles, it is practical to
keep bottles from the same case together.
See diagrams below, in which bottles
from the same case are represented by
the same colours. Vertically stacking
same-case bottles enables safe and
easy access to all your different wines.
STACKING FOR STORING & SERVING
FRONT VIEW TOP VIEW
SERVING SERVING SERVING SERVING
STORING STORING STORING STORING
Back Row
Front Row

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT WINE FRIDGE
To keep my wines ready to serve at
the perfect drinking temperatures?
Choose any Dual-Zone Grand Cru wine
fridge, and keep in mind that most whites
are generally best served at 6-8 deg C, and
most reds at 16-18 deg C. With a Dual-
Zone cabinet, you can fine-tune the serving
temperatures of different styles of wine: You
can set the temperature to suit your needs.
To store my wines in the ideal cellaring
conditions so they can mature?
Choose any Grand Cru Wine fridge, and
make sure you set it at 12-14 deg C as this
is the proper temperature for cellaring and
medium/long term storage for all wines:
reds, whites, roses and champagne.
To cellar only white wines
or only red wines?
All wines cellar at the same temperature
(12-14 deg C), so any Single-Zone fridge
set between 12-14 deg C is ideal for white
wine and/or red wine storage. When set
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
within this temperature range, Single-
Zone fridges will also keep humidity
levels above 55% (which is important to
maintain the integrity of the cork). Having
said that, any dual zone can also be kept
at the same temperature and humidity
levels throughout the whole unit.
To cellar both red and white wines?
All wines — Whites, Reds, Champagnes
— cellar at the same temperature (12-
14 deg C), so any Grand Cru fridge set
between 12-14 deg C is ideal for white
wine and/or red wine storage. Set within
this temperature range, Grand Cru
wine fridges will also keep humidity
levels above 55% (which is important
to maintain the integrity of the cork).
My wine is purely for investment:
which wine fridge will suit me best?
For (investment) wine to appreciate in value,
the discerning purchaser will want a wine
fridge that is designed for cellaring at the
perfect temperature so any of the Grand Cru
units will suit that purpose – it just becomes
more of a question of the size of unit needed.