VCAVE56DZ - Wine cellar VEDETTE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VCAVE56DZ VEDETTE

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VCAVE56DZ

TABLE DES MATIERES

INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES -1-

DESCRIPTION DU PRODUIT -7-

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION -8-

INSTALLATION DE LA POIGNÉE -10-

REEMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMP -11-

UTILISER VOTRE CAVE ÀVIN -12-

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Coupure de courant

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Remarques:

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LAMP REPLACEMENT -32-

USE YOUR WINE CELLAR -33-

WINE STORAGE -36-

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE -37-

TROUBLESHOOTING -38-

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION -39-

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION -41-

THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSHOLD USE

ONLY! This product is used to chill red wine.

Please read these instructions carefully before the first use of this product and save this manual for your future reference.

• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Before disposing of your used wine cellar:

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 wine cellar, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Glass cleaners or soapy water give excellent results.

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Warning: risk of fire / flammable materials

• Leave 10cm of free space at the back 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 wine cellar near a heat source and avoid direct sunlight.

• Install your cellar on a flat, clean and stable floor.

- Do not install any other electrical equipment on your cellar.

- To ensure your safety, do not place your cellar in damp places.

- Do not store perishable food in this appliances as the indoor temperature may not be cold enough for proper storage.

- This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications but not in the following cases:

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

- bed and breakfast type environments;

– catering and similar non-retail applications.

- 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 10^ C or higher than 38^ C for optimal use.

- Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
  • 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.

By purchasing this wine cellar, you own a device that combines unique advantages:

• Less vibration: to preserve the quality of the wines.
• Small size, taking up less space.

WARNING: Do not use this product in a place where children can touch it and do not leave children to use it alone.

• This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as built-in appliance."
• this refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.
  • Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance.
• This appliance must be installed on the ground, on a flat, horizontal surface, making sure that the ventilation openings are completely clear
• Regarding the information pertaining to the installation, handling, servicing and disposal of the appliance, thanks to refer to the below paragraph of the manual.

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.

Disposal of the appliance

Please according to local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance for its flammable refrigerant and blowing gas.

Before you scrap the appliance, please take off the doors to prevent children trapped.

Send the appliance to the designated disposal location.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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1	Housing
2	Shelf
3	Cover board
4	Control panel
5	Sensor shield
6	Adjustable foot
7	Lower hinge
8	Door
9	Door seal
10	Handle
11	Upper hinge

Position

• Do not lean the appliance over 45° when moving it to position.
• The appliance must be put on flat, firm & dry floor or similar noncombustible pad; do not use the package foam pad.
• Do not put the appliance in the wet place.
• Do not use the appliance in the frozen place.
• Do not use the appliance outdoor in case of sunlight or rain.
• The appliance must be set with 10 cm or wider space around for good ventilation; it is normal for two sides of the housing getting heat when it’s in operation.
  ● Wine bottles could be stored when you feel cooling inside after the appliance operates around 1 hour.

Note:

• Shelves, door frame, handle and other accessories could be different according to different models and configuration.
• All photos or drawings in this manual are for reference. The appliance you buy might not be exactly the same as shown here.
• Please refer to the actual product.

Handle installation

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①Door hinge cover ②Flange screw ③Door hinge ④Cap ⑤Lower door hinge
⑥Handle screw ⑦Handle

Our wine cooler is delivered with the handle in a separate package.

To install the handle:

1) Take out the handle; point it precisely to the two holes on the left side of the door.
2) Push aside the door seal to reveal two holes; insert the screws and screw the handle up.

Lamp replacement

◇ Disassembly and assembly the lamp of upper zone Instructions:

1. Use a screwdriver to remove a tapping screw in the view (1).
2. Pull out the lampshade to the left by hand. See view(2).
3. Use a screwdriver to remove two tapping screws (3) of the fixed LED lamp panel (4), remove the LED lamp panel and replace it with a new LED lamp panel, and then reinstall the two screw.
4. Insert the newly removed lamp panel to the right into the slot of the lamp box (5) and secure the screws on the left side.

Disassembly and assembly the lamp of lower zone Instructions:

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the two tapping screws from the view (1).
2. Remove the entire LED lamp panel (3) and lampshade (2) components directly.
3. The entire lampshade component can be placed on the countertop (with a scratch resistant pad). Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws (4) that secure the lamp panel, take out the old lamp panel, replace it with a new one and then fix the two screws (4) that were just removed. Last, install the entire lampshade component back to the corresponding position of the lampshade in the partition plate(5).

upper zone

(5) (4) (3) (2) (1)

Lower zone

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

USE YOUR WINE CELLAR

The temperature setting allows you to adjust it according to your needs:

Setting temperature before tasting red wines: Temperature recommended 5-22°C.

If the ambient temperature is higher or lower than the recommended temperatures, this will have a negative impact on its performance. For example, placing the unit in an extremely cold or hot place can cause variations in the internal temperature of the unit.

The internal temperature may vary depending on the location of the bottles, at the top, middle or bottom.

Adjustment may be necessary depending on the ambient temperature.

Do not hesitate to leave a thermometer inside the cellar in order to carry out regular monitoring.

Start operation

1. Cleaning the compartment

Before power on, clean inside of the appliance and check the drainage pipe in good connection. (For details, please refer to the "Maintenance and cleaning")

2. Put the appliance stand still

Before power on, level the appliance on the firm & dry floor for at least 30 minutes.

3. Power on

The appliance start operation and it will cool down inside after 1 hour, otherwise you should check the power connection.

Control panel

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All keys would be invalid in lock mode. Please unlock first.

ON/OFF

1. Keep pressing the key 3 seconds, power down, goes to stand-by mode.
2. Keep pressing the key again 3 seconds to return back to normal working.

Light

Press the key, turn on or turn off the LED lights inside. In stand-by mode, the key is invalid.

Zone switch

Press the key to switch between upper zone and lower zone for choosing which zone to set temperature. Press the key once, the LED display in chosen zone flash regularly. Press up and down key to set temperature. Press the key again; switch the zone to set temperature.

Press the key once, LED Display in regular flash showing current set temperature. Continue pressing to adjust set temperature, one press increase 1^ . Regular flash quit after 5 seconds detecting no press and new set temperature save. LED display return to show actual temperature inside.

Down

Press the key once, LED Display in regular flash showing current set temperature. Continue pressing to adjust set temperature, one press reduce 1^ C. Regular flash quit after 5 seconds detecting no press and new set temperature save. LED display return to show actual temperature inside.

Child Lock (Combination key)

1. Lock : Press both keys at the same time for 3 seconds to lock.
2. Unlock : Press both keys at the same time for 3 seconds to unlock.

Fahrenheit/Celsius display interchange

Switch temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius by pressing and holding the key for 3 seconds.

Attention

1. The ex-factory temperature of this product is 12^ C, and the corresponding temperature range needs to be set according to the actual wine.
2. For both upper and lower zone, the cooling temperature could be set from 5°C-22°C But lower zone temperature will equal to or be higher than upper zone.
3. Alarm sound: when the system malfunction occur and alarm sound, press any key on the control panel to cancel the alarm sound.
4. Temperature & defrost sensor failure: When the temperature sensor of upper zone failure occur, error code displays:
   E1 for open circuit; E2 for short circuit.
   When the temperature sensor of lower zone failure occur, error code displays:
   E5 for open circuit; E6 for short circuit.

Wine storage

The appliance is equipped with sufficient shelves to allow your collection of wine get mature quietly and peacefully.
- Two wooden shelves loading capacity :56 bottles. Three wooden shelves loading capacity: 49 bottles (standard Bordeaux with 750ml).

35 7 14 =56 575 480 855

Two shelves

14 14 7 14 49 575 480 855

Three shelves

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Loading capacity will vary in terms of different way of bottle arrangement or different bottle sizes.
Each shelf is designed to put on 1 or 2 layers of wine bottles. More than 2 layers of bottle arrangement on one shelf are not recommended.
◆ Each shelf could pull out partly to store wine bottles easily.
Open the door straight enough before pulling out shelves.
The shelf should be avoided in front of the fan as much as possible to avoid blocking the air inlet and affecting the cooling efficiency.
If the wine cooler would have no load for a long time, it is recommended to power it off, clean it carefully, and open the door for ventilation.
If it is unnecessary, please avoid to open the door frequently. And it is suggested not to open door for a long time in order to save energy consumption.
Below table is the recommended temperature for wine storing &drinking:

Red Wine	15-18°C
White Wine	9-14°C
Rose wine	10-11°C
Champagne & sparkling wine	5-8°C

Maintenance and cleaning

Cleaning

➢ Disconnect the appliance before cleaning.
Clean the appliance with soft cloth or sponge by water.
➢ Do not use organic solvents, alkaline detergent, boiling water, washing powder or acid liquid etc.
Do not flush the compartment of the appliance.
➢ Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with accessible drainage systems.

The below items will damage the surface of wine cooler:

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Power cut

Most power cuts could be resolved within a short time. To protect your wines during a power cut, avoid opening the door as much as possible. During very long power cuts, take the necessary measures to protect your wine.

Out of service for long time

Remove all bottles from the appliance, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.

If the appliance is disconnected or if there is a power cut, you must wait at least five minutes before re-starting.

Moving the appliance

➢ Cut off the power supply and unplug the appliance.
Remove all bottles from the appliance.
When moving the appliance, do not lean the appliance over 45^ .

Remarks:

1. The net weight includes shelves and the Unit dimension is without handle on the door.
2. The manufacturer reserves all the rights to change the above parameters without prior notice. Please refer to the nameplate of your appliance.
3. Loading capacity will vary in terms of different way of bottle arrangement or different bottle sizes (standard Bordeaux with 750ml is applied here).

Troubleshooting

Some malfunctions can be easily resolved. Before calling customer service or a repairer, please consult the following table:

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES & SOLUTIONS
The appliance makes lots of noise?	Please adjust the front foot, keep the appliance leveling.Please keep the appliance a bit space from walls.
Liquid flowing sound inside the cabinet?	It is normal because of the refrigerant working inside.
The appliance does not start?	Make sure the appliance is connected to the power properly.Make sure switch on the power.The compressor re-starts after 5 minutes for a power cut.
Compressor runs continuously?	If no cold is being produced, call the retailer's after-sale service.
Door does not seal tightly?	After long time use, the door seal might get stiff & distorted partially.Heat the door seal with hot-wind blower or hot towel.The door seal get softened and close the door.
The appliance does not cool sufficiently?	Please adjust temperature setting.Keep the appliance away from sunlight or heat.Please do not open the door frequently.
Unpleasant smells inside cabinet?	A little bit plastic smell for newly-buy appliance is normal and will disappear after a short time.Clean the compartment and ventilate it for a few hours.
Condensate on the glass door?	Please do not open the door frequently or for a long time.Please do not set the temperature too low.High ambient temperature and humidity would cause condensate.
The light is not working?	Check the power supply first.Call the retailer's after-sale service if the light is broken.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

General information cooling
Supplier's name or trade mark: Vedette
Supplier's address: BUT INTERNATIONAL, 1 AVENUE SPINOZA 77184 EMERAINVILLE, FRANCE
Model identifier: VCAVE56DZ
Type of refrigerating appliance:
Low-noise appliance:		no	Design type:	freestanding
Wine storage appliance:		yes	Other refrigerating appliance:	no
General product parameters:
Parameter		Value	Parameter	Value
Overall dimensions (millimetre)	Height	855	Total volume (dm3ou l)	116
	Width	480
	Depth	575
EEI		170	Energy efficiency class	G
Airborne acoustical noise emissions (dB(A) re 1 pW)		38	Airborne acoustical noise emission class	C
Annual energy consumption (kWh/a)		142	Climate class:	SN/N/ST
Minimum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating appliance is suitable		10	Maximum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating appliance is suitable	38
Winter setting		no
Compartment Parameters:
Compartment type	Compartment parameters and values
	Compartment Volume (dm3or l)	Recommended temperature setting for optimised food storage (°C) These settings shall not contradict the storage conditions set out in Annex IV, Table 3	Freezing capacity (kg/24 h)	Defrosting type (auto-defrost = A, manual defrost = M)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Pantry	no	—		—	—	—
Wine storage	yes	116L		12	—	A
Cellar	no	—		—	—	—
Fresh food	no	—		—	—	—
Chill	no	—		—	—	—
0-star or ice-making	no	—		—	—	—
1-star	no	—		—	—	—
2-star	no	—		—	—	—
3-star	no	—		—	—	—
4-star	no	—		—	—	—
2-star section	no	—		—	—	—
Variable temperature compartment	no	—		—	—	—
For 4-star compartments
Fast freeze facility			No
Number of standard wine bot tles			49/56
Light source parameters:
Type of light source				LED
Energy efficiency class -light source				Exempted (EU) 2019/2015
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer: 2 years
Additional information: N/A
Weblink to the manufacturer's website, where the information in point 4(a) Annex of Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019 is found: www.but.fr

—extended temperate: ‘ this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C’, —temperate: ‘ this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C’, —subtropical: ‘ this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C’, —tropical: ‘ this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C’;

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment

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(WEEE), requires that used household appliances are not thrown into the normal municipal waste stream. Used appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the rate of recovery and recycling of materials that compose them, and to reduce the impact on human health and on the environment. The crossed bin symbol is affixed to all the products to remind you of the obligations of separated collection.

We decline liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of this product which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet.

In accordance with Article L. 217 of the Consumer Code, your product benefits from a legal guarantee of of conformity of 2 years. Duration of availability of spare parts: 10 years. To contact our After-Sales Service, before going to your BUT store, call 09 78 97 97 97, From Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm (local call price).

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