Grand Cru GC42SBLK User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model No: GC42SBLK
Safety and Installation Instructions
This manual contains important information about the appliance. Please read it carefully before use
and follow all safety information and 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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SAFETY INSTRUCTION
1. To prevent injury or damage to the unit, the appliance should be unpacked and set up by
two people.
2. In the event that the appliance is damaged on delivery, contact the supplier immediately before
connecting to the mains.
3. To guarantee safe operation, ensure that the appliance is set up and connected
as described in these operating instructions.
4. Disconnect the appliance from the mains if any fault occurs pull out the plug.
5. When disconnecting the appliance, pull on the plug, not on the cable.
6. Any repairs and work on the appliance should only be carried out by the Grand Cru
service department, as unauthorised work could prove highly dangerous for the user.
The same applies to changing the mains power cable.
7. Do not allow naked flames or ignition sources to enter the appliance. When transporting
and cleaning the appliance, ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged. In the
event of damage, make sure that there are no ignition sources nearby and keep the
room well ventilated.
8. Do not stand on the plinth, drawers or doors or use them to support anything else.
9. Persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience and
knowledge, should not use this appliance. Children must not be allowed to play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children
without supervision.
10. Do not store explosives or sprays using combustible propellants such as butane,
propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. Electrical components might cause leaking gas
to ignite. You may identify such sprays by the printed contents or a flame symbol.
11. Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance.
12. If you have a lockable appliance, do not keep the key near the appliance or within
reach of children.
13. The appliance is designed for use in enclosed areas. Do not operate the appliance
outdoors or in areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions.
14. When transporting or operating the appliance at an altitude of more than 1500 m above
sea level, the glass pane in the door can break due to the reduction in air pressure.

APPLIANCE USE
The appliance is suitable solely for storing wine in a domestic environment or similar.
For example:
in staff kitchenettes, bed, and breakfast establishments,
by guests in cottages, hotels, motels, and other forms of accommodation, in
catering and similar services in the wholesale trade.
Use the appliance solely as is customary within a domestic environment. All other types of
use are inadmissible. The appliance is not suitable for storing and cooling medicines, blood
plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products covered by the
2007/47/EC Medical Devices Directive. Any misuse of the appliance may result in damage to
or spoilage of stored goods. Furthermore, the appliance is not suitable for operation in
potentially explosive atmospheres
BEFORE OPERATION
This wine fridge is to be carried diagonally.
The devices are to be carried diagonally. That means that the person carrying the
underside carries the device on its front grid (below the doors) and that when
negotiating stairs this person always stands the lower.
If the device has to be temporarily set down then this it should be stood straight up,
and not placed on its side.
This device cannot be laid down.
Avoid positioning the appliance in direct sunlight or near cookers, radiators and similar
sources of heat.
Place the device on a firm, dry and plain- level surface. The cabinet should not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing point, vibrations, or a wetenvironment.

Always install the appliance directly against the wall.
With the front leveling legs, the cabinet can be leveled so that it stands completely
straight, even if there is any unevenness in thefloor.
After definitive placement of the cooling cabinet it should not be connected to power for
the duration of at least 12 hours, the compressor may be damaged if this instruction is
not followed.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
1. Only operate the appliance with alternating current (AC).
2. The permissible voltage and frequency are indicated on the type plate. The position of the
type plate is shown in the section entitled Description of the appliance
3. The socket must be properly earthed and protected by a circuit breaker. The tripping
current of the CB must be between 10 A and 16 A
4. The socket must be easily accessible
5. Do not connect the appliance using an extension cable or extension socket
6. Do not use stand-alone inverters (conversion of direct current to alternating/three-phase
current) or energy-saving plugs as this would increase a risk of damage to the electronic
control system.

CLIMATE RATING
The climate rating indicates the room temperature at which the appliance may be operated in
order to achieve full refrigeration performance. The climate rating is indicated on the type plate.
Climate ratingRoom temperature
SN +10 °C to +32 °C
N +16 °C to +32 °C
ST +16 °C to +38 °C
T +16 °C to +43 °C
SN-ST +10 °C to +38 °C
SN-T +10 °C to +43 °C
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS

STRUCTRE AND COMPONENTS
1. Operating and control panel
2. Full shelf
3. Half shelf
4. Display shelf
5. Adjustable-height feet
6. Glass door
7. Cabinet

OPERATING THE CONTROL PANEL
⚫Power switch : After the unit is power on, press for 3 seconds to turn on or off the unit.
⚫℃/℉ switch: Press ℃/℉ button to change the temperature display between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
⚫Temperature setting button : Press before adjust temperature. When press it first time,
the display flashes and shows the setting temperature. After 5 seconds it shows the measured
interior temperature. Press to increase the setting temperature and press to decrease the
setting temperature.
⚫Display window: 2-digit LED display to show setting temperature or actual interior temperature.
⚫Light button : Press to turn on or off. When open door, the light will be switched on
automatically.
⚫Key lock function: If there is not any operation with digital control for 3 minutes, it will be locked
automatically. Press and at the same time for 3 seconds to unlock.

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE
⚫You can set the temperature as you desire by pushing the “+” or “-” button. When you push the two
buttons for the first time, the LED readout will show the original temperature set at previous time.
⚫The temperature that you desire to set will increase 1ºC if you push the “+” button once, on the
contrary the temperature will decrease 1ºC if you push the “-” button once.
⚫To view the “set” temperature. (anytime) press and hold the corresponding button for
approximately 5 seconds, the “set” temperature will temporarily “flash” in the LED display for 5
seconds.
⚫Press button ③ first, and then set the temperature with button ⑥ and ⑦. displays the set
temperature

STORAGE SUGGESTIONS
For 750ml Bordeaux bottles
With Display Shelf
Without Display Shelf

CLEANING
Before cleaning always switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug or switch off.
•Clean the inside and outer walls with lukewarm water and a little detergent. Do not use abrasive
or acid cleaners or chemical solvents
•Use a glass cleaner to clean the glass surfaces and a commercially available stainless-steel
cleaning agent for the stainless-steel surfaces
•Do not use steam cleaners because of the risk of injury and damage.
•Ensure that no cleaning water penetrates the electrical components or ventilation grille. Do not
damage or remove the type plate on the backside of the appliance. It is very important for
servicing purposes.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
1. Always ensure good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation openings or grille.
2. Always keep fan slits clear.
3. Avoid positioning the appliance in direct sunlight or near cookers, radiators, or similar sources
of heat.
4. The energy consumption depends on the installation conditions, e.g. the ambient
temperature.
5. Keep the time the appliance is open to a minimum.