LES PETITS CHAMPS CAVC15 User manual

Instruction manual
Manuel d’utilisation
Gebruachsanweisung
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Manual de Usuario
Manuale d’uso
CAVC15
Compressor Wine Cooler - 15 bottles
Refroidisseur de vin à compresseur - 15 bouteilles
Weinkühlschrank (Kompressor) - 15 Flaschen
Wijnkoelkast met compressor - 15 flessen
Refrigerador de vinos - 15 bottiglie
Cantinetta vino con compressore - 15 botellas

ENGLISH
NAMES OF THE PARTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Type
CAVC15
Volume (liter)
46L
Material
Iron
Iron
Glass
Glass
Unit Dimension(W×D×H)(mm)
513*430*480mm
Packaging Dimension ( W×D×H)(mm)
520*465*545mm
Net Weight (Kg)
19.3 KG
Gross Weight (Kg)
21.5 KG
Temperature Range
4°C-18°C
Rated Voltage
220-240VAC
Rated Frequency
50Hz
Rated Current
0.55A

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WARNING
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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
appliance, follow these basic precautions:
Read these operating instructions carefully before using
the device and keep them for future use.
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WARNING:
When positioning the appliance, ensure
the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
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WARNING:
Do not locate multiple portable socket-
outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
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WARNING:
Risk of child entrapment.
● Before disposing of your used appliance:
Remove its doors and leave the shelves in place so
that a child cannot easily climb into the unit.
● Never allow children to use, play with or climb into the

unit.
● Never clean the components of the unit with
flammable liquids.
● Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
liquids or gases near this or any other appliance.
Vapors present a risk of fire or explosion.
● To clean your appliance, do not use abrasive cleaners
or solvents
● Leave 10cm of free space between the back and sides
of the unit to allow for ventilation of the cooling
system.
● In order to store your wines at a stable temperature,
avoid leaving the door open for too long.

● Do not install your appliance near a heat source and
avoid direct sunlight.
● Install your appliance on a flat, clean and stable floor.
● Do not install any other electrical equipment on your
appliance.
● To ensure your safety, do not place your appliance in
damp places.
● Do not store perishable food in this appliance as the
indoor temperature may not be cold enough for
proper storage.
● This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used
as a built-in appliance.
● This refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing

foodstuffs.
● This appliance is intended for use in domestic and
similar applications such as :
- kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments
- farmhouses
- in hotels, motels and other residential environments
- guest rooms.
● This device is designed for use inside a house or
apartment. It is essential that the temperature of the
room in which it is used is not lower than 16° C or
higher than 32°C for optimal use.
● Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load

and unload refrigerating appliances.
● This appliance may be used by children of at least 8
years of age, as long as they are supervised and have
been given instructions about using the appliance
safely and are fully aware of the dangers involved.
● Cleaning and maintenance should not be carried out
by children unless they are at least 8 years of age and
are supervised by an adult.
● Keep the appliance and its power cord out of reach of
children under 8 years of age.
● When using electrical equipment, safety precautions
must always be taken to prevent the risk of fire, electric
shock and/or injury in the event of misuse.

● Make sure that the voltage rating on the typeplate
corresponds to your main voltage of your installation. If
this is not the case, contact the dealer and do not
connect the unit.
● The device must not be used if it has been dropped, it
obvious signs of damage are visible or if it has leaks.
● Please keep this document at hand and give it to the
future owner in case of transfer of your device
● This appliance may be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience or knowledge, provided that they are
supervised or instructed in the safe use of the
appliance and that they fully understand the potential

hazards.
● Children shall not play with the appliance.
● Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
● To avoid contamination of food, please respect the
following instructions:
- Opening the door for long periods can cause a
significant increase of the temperature in the
compartments of the appliance.
- Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with
food and accessible drainage systems.
● - If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long
periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the

door open to prevent mould developing within the
appliance.
● Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
● 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 shelves is placed in factory mode that result in the
most efficient use of energy for the refrigerating
appliances.
● If food is stored for a long time, it is recommended to
wrap it in plastic wrap and set the temperature lower.
By purchasing this appliance, you own a device that

combines unique advantages:
⬥ Less vibration: to preserve the quality of the wines.
⬥ Small size, taking up less space.
CAUTION:
Because the refrigerant gases are combustible,
professional service people will be required to dispose of
the electric cooler once it is out of use.
WARNING
: Do not use this product in a place where
children can touch it and do not leave children to use it
alone.
Disposal of waste
To avoid any harm to the environment or human health
caused by the uncontrolled disposal of electrical waste,

recycle the device responsibly to promote the reuse of
material resources. Disposal must be done safely at public
collection points provided for this purpose.
Older refrigerators may contain CFCs that destroy the
ozone layer; contact your nearest waste treatment center
for more details on proper disposal procedures.
This appliance contains the coolant isobutene(R600a),a
natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and does
not increase the greenhouse effect. The use of this coolant
has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of
the appliance. You might be able to hear the coolant
flowing around the system.

This is unavoidable, and does not have any adverse effect
on the performance of the appliance. Care must be taken
during the transportation and setting up the appliance that
no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking
coolant can damage the eyes.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Save these instructions-
A wine cellar is the most practical space for storing wines.
Its role is to balance the temperature and humidity inside
so that your wine does not lose its taste and its aromas.
Due to these heavy operations, noises can be heard. Most
of the time, this is normal noise.
Before calling technical service for assistance, please read
these few lines.
These sounds are completely normal: buzzing, roaring,
clicking, cracking ...
When the cellar has just stopped working, you may hear a
buzzing, roaring, clicking or squealing noise. When the
operation stabilizes, the sounds subside.

For direct cooling, some kind of irregular cracking, hissing,
bubbling, crackling can often be heard when the
compressor is running for a while or has just stopped.
This sound is caused by the relief of stress due to
expansion and contraction when temperature changes,
and will not be affected by normal application of the
product.
The compressor consists of an electric motor and a
compression device. Due to the heat produced during the
compression of the refrigerant, it is possible especially in
summer when the ambient temperature is higher that heat
is emitted by the cellar. All of these phenomena are
normal.
To reduce some noises:
First, make sure your cellar is on a level surface.
Location is important, do not lean the cellar against the
wall.
The bottles must be correctly loaded to avoid parasitic
vibrations.
The noise may come from the circulation fan, check that
nothing is interfering with its operation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Wine Cooler
Remove the exterior and interior packing.
Before connecting the wine cooler to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours. This will
reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from improper handling during transportation. Clean
the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.
Installing Your Wine Cooler
This wine cooler is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in.
Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the wine cooler, which allows the proper air ventilation.
Adjust the feet to keep the wine cooler level. Locate the wine cooler away from direct sunlight and sources of heat
(stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical
consumption. Ambient temperature below 5°C or above 32°C will hinder the performance of this appliance.
Depending on the location of the appliance, the direction of the door opens can be changed.
This unit is not designed for use in a garage or any other outside installation.
Avoid locating the wine cooler in moist areas.
Plug the wine cooler into dedicated, properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be
directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized service center.
This unit is not designed to be installed in an RV or used with an inverter.
After plugging the wine cooler into a wall outlet, turn the unit on and allow the unit to cool down for 3 ~ 4 hours
under before placing wine bottles or beverages in the appliance.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure, clear of obstruction.
Electrical Connection
WARNING
Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it
replaced by an authorized service center.
This wine cooler should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this wine cooler is equipped with
a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical
shock.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied. This wine
cooler requires a standard 220-240 Volt A.C. /50Hz electrical outlet with three-prong ground.
This wine cooler is not designed to be used with an inverter.
The cord should be secured behind the wine cooler and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury.
Never unplug the wine cooler by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the
receptacle.

Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or
service technician install an outlet near the appliance. Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the
performance of the unit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE
Temperature Control
Control Panel
The control panel is located at the top of the door.
LIGHT BUTTON
To turn the inner light on or off.
TEMPERATURE SET BUTTON(UP BUTTON)
Used to increase (warm) the set temperature by 1°C or 1°F.
TEMPERATURE SET BUTTON(DOWN BUTTON)
Used to lower (cool) the set temperature by 1°C or 1°F.
SELECTOR DISPLAY
Choose to display temperatures in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
SELECT THE TEMPERATURE
Your wine cellar has one single compartment. The temperature can be chosen between 4°C and 18°C (39° and 65°F).
It is recommended to set the temperature in the lower of 12°C to 18°C (55-64°F) range which is ideal for storing red
wines and to adjust to between 4 and 12°C (39-55°F) range suitable for champagnes and white wines.

Description of the product features
1) Control panel
o The control panel is located at the top of the appliance, it is very easy to set the temperature of the appliance and
see what temperature the appliance is set to.
2) Interior light
o The wine cooler has an interior light. The light can be switched on and off by using the light control button.
3) The wine cooler shelves
o The shelves are fully adjustable to suit various wine bottle shapes and sizes.
o To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure the door is fully open when pulling shelves out of the rail
compartment.
o The shelves are placed in factory mode that result in the most efficient use of energy for the refrigerating
appliances.
Using Your Wine Cooler
Before switching on
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Make sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified person, as per the information contained in the
installation instructions.
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After delivery, wait for four hours before connecting the appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any
refrigerant gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation process to settle.
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The outside of the appliance and the removable accessories contained within it, should be cleaned with a
solution of liquid detergent and water.
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The interior of the appliance should be cleaned with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in lukewarm
water. The interior and accessories should be thoroughly dried, after the cleaning process has been completed.
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There can be an odor when you first switch on the appliance. It will lessen as the appliance starts to cool.
During first use
IMPORTANT: When you use the wine cooler for the first time or restart the appliance after it has
been turned off for a long time, there could be a few degrees variance between the
temperature you select and the one indicated on the LED display. This is normal and it is due to
the length of activation time. Once the wine cooler has been running for a few hours everything
will be back to normal.
o When you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run continuously until the wine cooler reaches a cool
enough temperature.
o During this period of time, you should try not to open the door frequently or place bottles inside of the appliance.
o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance or
reconnecting it to your mains supply.

Loading the wine cooler
IMPORTANT:
Your appliance is ideally suited to store 0.75 liter Bordeaux style wine bottles. Whilst it can
store larger bottles, you must make sure that they do not prevent the door from shutting properly.
o Always check that you can close the door without it fouling on a wine bottle, before shutting it.
o When loading several bottles of wine at once, it will take longer for the appliance to cool the individual bottles.
o As many bottles may differ in size and dimensions, the actual number of bottles you are able to store may vary.
o The maximum storage number is based on standard 0.75 liter Bordeaux style wine bottles.
Storing your wines
The chart below indicates the ideal storage temperatures for different types of wine:
The Wine Cooler is recommended to be designed at 12℃.
Type of wine
Temperature
(Celsius)
Temperature
(Fahrenheit)
Red wine
15 – 18°C
58 – 65°F
White wine
9 - 14°C
48 – 79°F
Sparkling wines/champagne
4 – 8°C
39 – 47°F
Note: Setting the temperature too high can cause the wine to spoil, and setting the temperature too low can waste
electricity.
o Temperature stability is the most important factor when it comes to storing wine.
o Exposure to light, vibrations or fluctuations in temperature and humidity can all cause wine to spoil. When
properly stored, wines not only maintain their quality but many will actually improve in aroma, flavor and complexity
as they mature.
o Wines kept at a higher temperature will age faster. Wine that is exposed to temperatures that are greater than
18°C (64°F) will suffer from poorer flavor and aroma.
o If wine is kept at too low a temperature, this can result in the development of harmful deposits. A humidity of
60%~70% is ideal for keeping corks from shrinking.
o After a bottle of wine has been opened, the wine comes into contact with air. So it is best to store the remainder
of the bottle upright, to minimize the surface area of the wine that is coming into contact with the air.
o Once opened, wine will remain in a drinkable condition for two days for delicate whites or three days for rich
reds, as long as the bottle as been resealed. You should make sure that the seal is firm by checking the stopper.
o Special stoppers that keep wine sparking and Champagne bubbling for one or two days after opening, can be
bought at most good wine shops.
o When stored correctly, white wines can keep well for up to two years. Full bodied reds will age well for ten years
and dessert wines will age well for up to twenty years.

o When you buy a bottle of wine, you should transfer it to a suitable storage location immediately (if you are not
going to store it in your wine cooler).
o Cheaper bottles of wine will not age as well as more expensive ones.
o To make the most of the bouquet and taste of your wine, never fill more than half a glass at a time. It will also
help if the shape of your wine glass is appropriate for your wine. The size and shape of your wine glass’s bowl will
determine the intensity and complexity of the bouquet. The stem should be long enough to allow you to avoid hand
contact with the bowl of the glass and should be tulip-shaped or tapered at the top.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Appliance
!Upon installation of your new appliance, it is
recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.
!Turn off the wine cooler first and then unplug the unit
from the wall outlet.
!Remove all contents.
!Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in
lukewarm water and baking soda solution.
The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking
soda to a quart of water.
!Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the
unit running efficiently.
!The outside of the wine cooler should be cleaned with
mild detergent and warm water.
!Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.

!Dust or anything else blocking the vent may hinder the
cooling efficiency of the appliance. Vacuum the vent if
necessary.
Vacation Time
!Turn off the wine cooler first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
!Remove all the contents.
!Clean the appliance.
!Leave the lid open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors.
!Short vacations: Leave the wine cooler operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
!Long vacations: If the wine cooler will not be used for several months, remove all content and unplug the power
cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly:
blocking it open if necessary.
Moving Your Appliance
!Turn off the wine cooler first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
!Remove all the contents.
!Securely tape down all loose items inside your appliance.
!Tape the doors shut.
Energy Saving Tips
!The wine cooler should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances
or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
!Ensure that door is properly closed when the wine cooler is turned on.