WC-2036 - Wine cellar Salton - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WC-2036 Salton

Exterior view of a modern stainless steel refrigerator with open doors and internal shelves (no visible text or symbols)

Instruction Booklet

Model: WC-2036

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as per the instructions in the Installation section. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, follow basic precautions including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. DO NOT remove grounding prong. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use an extension cord.
3. DO NOT place any other household appliances on top of the unit.
4. This appliance is designed to be free standing only. DO NOT recess or build into a cabinet.
5. It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
6. Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
7. Failure to unplug the appliance during cleaning or light bulb replacement could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
8. DO NOT connect or disconnect the plug when your hands are wet.
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. DO NOT repair or replace any part of the refrigerator. Return appliance to SWG Canada for examination, repair or adjustment. See "Warranty" section.
10. To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 55^ F ( 13^ C) and below 90^ F ( 32^ C). Follow the instructions in the "Installation" section.
11. The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.
12. It is important for the appliance to be leveled to work properly.
13. Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the unit.

14. DO NOT use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.

15. DO NOT use this appliance for other than its intended use.

16. CAUTION: Risk of child entrapment:

Before disposing take off the doors. Leave the shelves so children may not easily climb inside. Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the Wine Cellar.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

GROUNDED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug (2 blades and 1 pin). If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT modify the plug in any way or use an adaptor.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove the exterior and interior packing.
2. Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.
3. Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

INSTALLATION

1. The unit is designed to be free standing only it should not be recessed or built-in.

2. The ensure that your Wine Cellar works at the maximum efficiency, follow the recommended clearances below:

3. sides 2" (5 cm)

4. top 2" (5 cm)

5. back 5" (12.5 cm)

6. Place the Wine Cellar on a flat level surface that is strong enough to support it when fully loaded.

7. DO NOT place next to any appliance that emits large amount of heat, such as a dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster, etc. or in direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption.

8. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance not to perform properly.
9. To help with door closure, position legs with a 1/8" (3 mm) tilt to the back. Adjust the leveling legs by turning clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower.
10. Gently slide the racks into the unit.

Reversing the Door

Your Wine Cellar has been built to open from the right, however, it has been designed to open from either side and can easily be changed by following the procedure below. You will need a screwdriver and putty knife or other thin flat device to remove the hinge covers. Use care to prevent scratching the surfaces.

1. Unplug the Wine Cellar from the wall outlet and empty, including the shelves.
2. Remove the 2 top hinge covers and the screw hole cover on the door and set aside.
3. Place protective padding behind the Wine Cellar. Turn the Wine Cellar on its back onto the protective padding.
4. Remove the screws from the current hinges.
5. Transfer the hinges into the receptacle on the other side of the door, and thread and secure the screws in their new location. Replace the hinge covers appropriately.

HOW TO USE

Temperature Selection

1. Plug into a 120 volt outlet.

2. Allow the Wine Cellar to run for 24 hours on "Normal" before adding wine bottles and making any temperature adjustments.

3. Once wine is added to the Wine Cellar the temperature may rise slightly. Wine stored in the Wine Cellar will be at temperature after 10 hours of storage.

4. Generally, the cabinet temperature range is between 7-18°C (+/-3°C) {45-65°F (+/-5°F)} for storage of wine bottles.
5. The thermostat setting of "MIN" is the warmest, approximately 16-18°C (61-65°F), "Normal" is approximately 11-15°C (52-59°F) and "MAX" is the coldest, approximately 7-10°C (45-50°F).
6. For storage of red wine, the thermostat setting of around "MIN" is recommended.
7. For storage of white wine, the thermostat setting of around "MAX" is recommended.

NOTE:

If the appliance has been left out of use for some time, then set the control to "Normal" position for 24 hours before turning to the desired position.

HELPFUL HINTS

1. After plugging in the Wine Cellar and setting the temperature to "Normal", allow the Wine Cellar to operate for 24 hours before setting temperature and loading your wine.
2. After loading your wine, you may notice an increase in the temperature. Allow approximately 10 hours of storage for your wine to be at the desired temperature.
3. Eliminate unnecessary movement of your wine. Once a wine bottle has been put into your cellar, it should stay there until it is opened.
4. Table wine is stored horizontally so that the wine stays in contact with the cork. This keeps the cork moist and prevents air from entering the wine.
5. If bottles are stored with the labels up, it will be easier to see the deposit of sediment that forms on the opposite side of the bottle when it comes time to open it.
6. Ensure your wine is enjoyed at its best; serve it at its ideal temperature.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning

1. Unplug the appliance, and remove shelves.
2. Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tbsp. (30 ml) of baking soda to a quart (litre) of water.
3. Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution.
4. The outside of the appliance should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
5. Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning the area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
6. The vinyl door gasket may be cleaned with mild soap and water or a baking soda solution. Rinse well.

CAUTION: Failure to unplug the appliance could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

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.

NOTE: If the unit is unplugged, has lost power, or is turned off; you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, damage may occur and or the appliance may not start.

Vacations

• Short vacations: Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all items 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 Wine Cellar

1. Remove all contents and store properly.
2. Securely tape down all loose items inside your appliance.
3. Turn the leveling screw up to the base to avoid damage.
4. Tape the doors shut.
5. Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect the outside of appliance with a blanket, or similar item.

TROUBLESHOOTING

You can solve many common appliance problems easily. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem on your own.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Appliance does not operate. • Not plugged in.• The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
Appliance is not cold enough. • Check the temperature control setting.• The door is opened too often.• The door is not closed completely.• The door gasket does not seal properly.• Appliance is too close to a wall.
Appliance too cold. • Check temperature setting.• The room temperature is too cold.
Turns on and off frequently. • The room temperature is hotter than normal.• The door is opened too often.• The door is not closed completely.• The temperature control is not set correctly.• The door gasket does not seal properly.
Vibrations. • Check to assure that the appliance is level.(See ‘Installation’ section).
The appliance 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 in your appliance.• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping and crackling noises.• The appliance is not level. (See ‘Installation’ section).• Make sure the contents are not touching and are placed correctly on the shelves.
Condensation on front of door. • Room environment is too humid.
Moisture on exterior of appliance. • Normal during periods of high humidity – wipe dry.
The door will not close properly.	• The appliance is not level. (See ‘Installation’ section).• The door was reversed and not properly installed.• The gasket is dirty.• The shelves are out of position.
Ice formation on the inner rear wall.	• The door gasket does not seal properly.• The door is opened too often or for too long.

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance. However, if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a CSA-Listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes.

LIMITED WARRANTY

SWG Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During this 'in-warranty' period, defective products will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of the retailer and/or SWG Canada. This warranty covers normal domestic usage and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect, commercial use or improper maintenance.

A defective product should be returned to the original place of purchase within the retailer's stipulated return/exchange period*. If you are unable to have a defective product replaced under warranty by the retailer, please check our website at "www.salton.com" for the service centre nearest you. You may also contact us for assistance by mail, e-mail, fax or telephone as listed below.

To ensure prompt ‘in-warranty’ service securely package and return the product to us prepaid. Be sure to include the original proof of purchase and a description of the defect along with your address and postal code.

For repairs not covered by the warranty, please contact us for assistance.

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