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User manual of GRAND CRU GC46BC (12 pages)
- INSTRUCTION & USER MANUAL
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
- STRUCTURE AND INSTALLATION
- ACCESSORY INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING
- OPERATING THE WINE COOLER
- WINE STORAGE
- CONTROL PANEL
- POWER ON/OFF CONTROL
- INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL
- TEMPERATURE SETTING
- CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- POWER FAILURE
- ENERGY SAVING TIPS
- REVERSE THE DOOR SWING
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INSTRUCTION & USER MANUAL
GRAND CRU
BUILT-UNDER SERIES WINE COOLERS
GC46D
BUILT-UNDER SERIES BEVERAGE COOLERS
GC46BC
This manual contains important information including safety and installation instructions of
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using the appliance. please properly position and install it as described in this manual. To avoid the risk of fire. electrical shock or injury when using the appliance. please 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
• It is recommended that a separate circuit. serving only your appliance be provided.
• Never clean the appliance parts with flammable fluids which may create a fire hazard or explosion. And do
• 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
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this
• To ensure proper ventilation for the appliance. the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Locate
• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 10 amp or higher.
• It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly. You may adjust the appliance’s feet
• This appliance is intended for use by persons with sufficient experience and knowledge of electrical
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or
• 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
STRUCTURE AND INSTALLATION
The following pictures only show the structure of the appliance. The dimension and shelf quantity may differ among the models of the same series.
BUILT-UNDER SERIES (Built under a kitchen table top)
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING
UNPACKING AND CLEANING THE WINE COOLER
• Remove the exterior and interior packing materials.
• Let the appliance stand upright for approximately 24 hours before connecting it to the power source.
• Use a soft cloth to clean the interior surface with lukewarm water.
• Install the door handle provided with the appliance by following these steps:
Remove the gasket on the internal
Install the handle with the
Restore the gasket.
OPERATING THE WINE COOLER
WORKING CLIMATE
• The appliance is designed for operating from SN to N climate (see below climate class chart). It is
Climate Class Ambient Temperature
SN 10 - 32 °C (50ºF-90ºF)
16 - 32 °C (61ºF-90ºF)
ST 18-38 °C (64ºF-100ºF)
18-43 °C (64ºF-109ºF)
• 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
• The shelves can be pulled out by approximately 1/3 for easy access to the wine storage.
• The shelves are fitted with a plastic Stopper on each side of the shelf track to prevent the shelf from sliding
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Gasket
Handle
Door Frame
• To prevent damaging the door gasket. make sure to have the door opened fully all the way before pulling
• 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
Recommended temperatures for chilling/storing your wines.
Wine Type Recommended Temp.
Red Wines 15 - 18ºC (59ºF-64ºF)
White Wines 9 - 14ºC (48ºF-57ºF)
Rose Wines 10 - 11ºC (50ºF-52ºF)
Sparkling Wines 5 - 8ºC (41ºF-46ºF)
CONTROL PANEL
• For Single Zone
• For Dual Zone
POWER ON/OFF CONTROL
• When the appliance is plugged in to a power outlet. it powers on automatically.
• Touch the power mark
• No matter whether the appliance is under a locked or unlocked situation. you can turn off the appliance by
Warning: To avoid breaking 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
• The control panel will be automatically locked with a buzz sound heard after 10 seconds without being
• Under the locked situation. the control panel will not react to any touch operation other than for lighting
INTERIOR LIGHTING ON/OFF CONTROL
• Under the unlocked situation. touch the lighting mark
• The lighting will be continuously on if it is not turned off.
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WINDOW
• The temperature is displayed in digital display form. The digital display is shown as the set temperature
• When the temperature probe is out of order. the display window will show with “HH” or “LL” instead of a
Warning:To avoid destroying your stored wines. it is strongly recommended to have the
TEMPERATURE SETTING
For Single Zone beverage coolers:
• The temperature setting range is 2-20 ºC (36-68 ºF).
• Directly touch the
• The first touch on
• Touch the mark
• The digital will change to display the real temperature of the inside cabinet after 10 seconds without being
For Dual Zone wine coolers:
• The temperature setting ranges are 5-12 ºC (41-54 ºF) for the upper zone and 12-22 ºC (54-72 ºF) for the
• You need to select the set zone by touching the mark
• The first touch on mark
• Touch the mark
• The digital will change to display the real temperature of the inside cabinet after 10 seconds without being
Note: For the first time to use the appliance or to restart the appliance after having been shut off for a long
SELECTING FAHRENHEIT (ºF) or CELSIUS (ºC) DISPLAY
For Single Zone Touch the marks
Fahrenheit and Celsius display.
For Dual Zone Directly touch the mark
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE WINE COOLER
• 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
• Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution. Allow the wooden shelves to dry before placing them back
• Remove excess water from the sponge or cloth when cleaning the controls. or any other electrical display
• 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
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 the door is opened. 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 legs up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Ensure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect the outside of
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 the air vents.
• Only open the door when necessary. Avoid leaving the door open for long periods or opening/closing the
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.
No.
PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / MEASURE
The wine cooler does not operate
Not plugged in.
The appliance is turned off.
The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
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.
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.
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 cooler 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 cooler 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.
REVERSE THE DOOR SWING
Remarks:
• The instruction is based on a unit with right door hinge installed already. •To reserve the door from right hinge to left hinge. you need to get ready 2 new spare parts:
+ All removed parts is suggested t be saved in case of door re-reversal.
1．Open the door. and loosen the screws from the support rod of the bottom hinge.
2．Remove the door off the upper hinge and take out the support rod.
3. For a door with lock. use a small flat head screwdriver to pry up the lock hole cap on the
4. Unscrew the upper hinge and bottom hinge.
5. Pry out the plastic caps at the left side of the cabinet. and remove them to the right side.
6. Install the hinge set which are packed as accessories with the instruction manual to the
7. Rotate the door 180o so that the top is now the bottom. and install it by attaching the
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