FWC623 - Wine cellar CDA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wine Cellar
Brand	CDA
Model	FWC623
Installation Type	Built-under
Dimensions (W x D x H)	600 mm x 580 mm x 825 mm
Weight	47 kg
Power Supply	230-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Energy Efficiency Class	B
Annual Energy Consumption	195 kWh/year
Storage Volume	120 L
Climate Class	N (16°C – 32°C)
Noise Emissions	43 dB(A)
Defrosting Type	Automatic (self-defrosting)
Temperature Zones	Dual zone (upper/lower)
Preset Temperatures	Upper: 10°C, Lower: 16°C
Temperature Range	Adjustable via +/- buttons
Humidity Control	Yes (water reservoir)
Display	LED, shows current/set temperature
Internal Light	Yes, LED (non-user replaceable)
Modes	Silent, Dynamic Cooling, Sabbath
Door Reversible	Yes
Shelf Material	Removable shelves
Cleaning	Mild soapy water; avoid abrasives
Warranty	Subject to correct installation and use

Frequently Asked Questions - FWC623 CDA

How do I set the temperature on the CDA FWC623 wine cellar?

Press the '+' or '-' buttons for the desired zone (upper or lower) until the required temperature appears on the display. The preset temperatures are 10°C for the upper zone and 16°C for the lower zone.

Can I switch the temperature display between Celsius and Fahrenheit?

Yes, press and hold the light button for five seconds to toggle between °C and °F.

What is the recommended storage temperature for wine?

For long-term storage, 13–15°C is ideal. For drinking, red wine is best at 15–17°C and white wine at 12–13°C.

How do I activate dynamic cooling mode?

Touch and hold the left '-' button (for the upper zone) for approximately five seconds. The wine cooler will beep five times to confirm dynamic cooling is on. This mode circulates air continuously for consistent temperature and humidity.

What should I do if the temperature alarm sounds?

The alarm sounds when the internal temperature deviates ±5°C from the set temperature. Check if the door is closed properly, the appliance is not overloaded, and there has been no power failure. The alarm will stop once the temperature stabilizes.

How do I clean the wine cellar?

Disconnect from power. Use mild soapy water for the exterior and door seal. Clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water. Remove shelves and wash by hand with soap and water. Dry thoroughly before reconnecting.

Can I reverse the door on the FWC623?

Yes, the door is reversible. Follow the steps in the manual: remove ventilation trims, lower hinge, and upper hinge, then transfer hinge pins to the opposite side. Rotate the door 180° and reassemble.

What are the installation clearance requirements?

The appliance requires a space of at least 600 mm wide, 580 mm deep, and 825 mm high. A 6 mm ventilation gap is needed between the top of the unit and the worktop. Do not install near heat sources or in direct sunlight.

How does the humidity control work?

Fill the humidity reservoir approximately 3/4 full with water and place it on the designated lugs at the back of the top shelf. Check water level regularly and refill as needed to maintain optimal humidity.

What does Sabbath mode do?

Sabbath mode disables the display, interior light, and audible alarms, but continues cooling. To activate, press and hold the power and light buttons simultaneously for five seconds. It automatically turns off after 96 hours.

USER MANUAL FWC623 CDA

Manual for Installation, Use and Maintenance

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Important

The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with this product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance or use in a commercial environment.

This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone who is responsible for their safety.

Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.

Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged. If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by the manufacturer, or an authorised service centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep the mains cord out of the reach of children. Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the appliance stands.

Appliance information:

Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes.

Appliance Model

Serial Number

CE Declarations of Conformity:

This appliance has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with safety requirements of EEC Directive 2006/95/EEC (Low voltage) and requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EEC.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.

Please render the appliance unusable before disposal. This includes removing the plug and breaking the door fixings to prevent children being trapped inside the appliance during play, or any other risk of injury.

At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service.

Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is

marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

Before first use

You must allow the appliance to settle for at least twenty four hours prior to switching the power on.

It is recommended that you remove all internal and external packaging and clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and then thoroughly dry the interior.

The appliance may have an odour to it at first use. This will disappear as the appliance cools.

Please note:

• The appliance will work continuously until it gets to the correct temperature.
- If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes before switching it on again to prevent the risk of unnecessary damage to the compressor.
- The LED display may not show the selected temperature whilst the appliance first gets to the correct temperature. This is normal, and the display will be corrected automatically once the appliance has run for a few hours.

Use

• Only store wine in sealed containers
- Do not overload the cabinet
• Only open the door when necessary
• Do not cover the shelves with aluminium foil or anything else that will prevent air from circulating around the cabinet.
• To prevent damage to the door seal, ensure the door is fully open before removing the shelves.
• This is a self-defrosting appliance. The compressor will not run during the thirty minute defrost cycle.
• Do not pull the shelves beyond the anti-stop position (approximately one third out) when fully loaded.
• This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.
- In the event of a power failure, leave the door closed as much as possible to maintain the internal working temperature. Should the power failure continue for a prolonged period, you should take steps to protect the contents of the wine cooler against a rise in temperature. The wine cooler will remember the selected temperature settings and revert to these settings once the power is restored

This appliance is suitable for use in an extended temperature climate (N) and has a normal operating ambient temperature of 16-32°C. Use of the appliance below 10°C may cause performance issues that are not indicative of a fault. Normal operation will resume once the appliance is within the specified range.

Fwc152, fwc303 & fwc623 will not be able to reach the required temperature if the ambient temperature is lower than that required.

Use and Controls

fwc152

Key:

1 – Power button
2 - Light button
3 - "+" button
4 - "-" button

fig. 1
fwc303

Key:

1 – Power button
2 – Light button
3 - "+" button
4 - "-" button

fig. 2

To switch the power on/off

Press and hold the power button for five seconds.

To change the temperature

• Press the "+" or "-" buttons until the required temperature is shown on the display.
  • The preset temperature is 12° C / 54° F.
• To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, or Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the light button for five seconds.
• To view the set temperature, touch the "+" or "-" button at any time and the set temperature will flash in the LED display for five seconds.
  • The display shows the current internal temperature when the wine cooler is on.

Optimal temperature selection

Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13 and 15°C , your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature. For red wine this is between 15 and 17°C , and for white wine between 12 and 13°C .

To use the internal light

- Press the light button to switch the light on or off.

Use and Controls

fwc603 & fwc623

fig. 3

Key:

1 – Power button
2 - Left/Upper zone "+" button
3 – Left/Upper zone "-" button
4 – Right/Lower zone "+" button
5 – Right/Lower zone "-" button
6 - Light button

To switch the power on/off

Press and hold the power button for five seconds.

To change the temperature

• Press the "+" or "-" buttons for the appropriate zone until the required temperature is shown on the display.
• The preset temperature is 10°C / 50°F for left/upper zone and 16°C / 60°F for right/lower zone.
• To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, or Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the light button for five seconds.
• To view the set temperature, touch the appropriate "+" or "-" button at any time and the set temperature will flash in the LED display for five seconds.
  • The display shows the current internal temperatures when the wine cooler is on.

Optimal temperature selection

Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13 and 15°C, your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature, for red wine this is between 15 and 17°C, and for white wine between 12 and 13°C.

To use the internal light

- Press the light button to switch the light on or off.

Please note:

The temperature in the lower zone must be set either the same or higher than the temperature in the upper zone. For optimal performance, the temperatures in the two zones should differ by at least 4° C.

Use (All Models)

Humidity Control (all models except fwc152)

The wine coolers are equipped with a humidity control system to maintain optimal humidity within the wine cooler.

Fill the humidity reservoir approximately 3/4 full with water.

Place the reservoir over the special lugs toward the back of the top shelf only, as shown in fig. 5. Ensure it is located correctly to prevent water spillage.

Check the water level regularly and refill if required.

Temperature display

The temperature display will show the current internal temperature.

The display flashes:

- When a different temperature is being set

- If the internal temperature is +/- 5° away from the set temperature. This serves as a warning to prevent damage to the contents of the appliance should the temperature be too high.

Dynamic Cooling and Silent modes

The appliance has two different running modes.

- Silent mode

Once the required temperature is reached, the appliance will run without the fan. The wine cooler is factory set to silent mode.

To change to dynamic cooling mode, touch and hold the "-" button for approximately five seconds (left hand "-" button on fwc603 & fwc623). The wine cooler will beep five times to confirm dynamic cooling is on.

• Dynamic cooling mode

The fan cycles on and off to circulate the air even after the required temperature is reached. This ensures consistent humidity and temperature distribution in the wine cooler, creating perfect conditions for long term storage.

Using the dynamic mode increases the level of noise in operation.

To change to silent mode, touch and hold the "+" button for approximately five seconds (left hand "+" button on fwc603 & fwc623). The wine cooler will beep three times to confirm silent mode is on.

Sabbath mode

Sabbath mode is available for the observance of certain religious holidays. This will switch off the displays, interior light and audible alarms. The cooling process will continue.

To switch the Sabbath mode on, touch and hold the power and light keys simultaneously for five seconds. The indicator light will flash four times and confirm the Sabbath mode is on. Sabbath mode will switch off automatically after 96 hours, but to switch the Sabbath mode off at any time, touch and hold the power and light keys simultaneously for five seconds.

Care and Cleaning

Always disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical supply before any cleaning or maintenance.

• Do not use abrasive products or detergents. After washing, rinse and dry thoroughly.
• The exterior of the appliance and the door seal should be cleaned using mild soapy water and dried thoroughly.
• The interior cabinet should be cleaned using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the shelves separately by hand using soap and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
• Ensure that the cloth is only moist when cleaning the control panel and electrical parts, and that all water is thoroughly dried of before reconnecting the power.
• Once cleaning is complete, reconnect the mains electrical supply.
• If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time, unplug and clean the appliance thoroughly. The door should be left slightly ajar to prevent the formation of odours or condensation.

Removing the shelves (fwc303/603/623)

To remove the shelves from the wine cooler, first remove all bottles from the shelf, then pull the shelf forwards until the groove on either side of the shelf is level with the plastic peg on either side of the cabinet (as shown in fig 7). Then lift the shelf up and pull forwards.

To replace the shelves, follow the steps above in reverse order.

Temperature alarm

If the temperature rises or falls outside the set temperature range, an alarm will sound and the display will flash.

• The wine cooler has not yet reached the set temperature (when first switched on)
  • There has been a power failure
  • The wine cooler has been overloaded
  • The door is not closed properly

Troubleshooting

If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting guide prior to calling CDA Customer Care to prevent unnecessary service calls and potential cost.

If the appliance is not working, check

• There is power to the appliance
• The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
- The plug socket is functioning correctly. To check this, plug another electrical appliance in to see if the socket is working.
• The ambient temperature is between 16° to 38° C.

The appliance is working, but not very well, check

• The appliance is not overloaded.
• The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.
• The door is closing properly.
• The door gasket is sealing properly.
• There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls.
• The ambient temperature is between 16° to 38° C.

The appliance is noisy, check

• The appliance is level and stable.
• The cooling gas will make some noise, even when the compressor is not running.
During operation, it is normal for the fan to run, even when the compressor is not running.

The light does not work, check

• There is power to the appliance.
• The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
• The light button is not set to off.

Please note:

The LED lighting cannot be replaced without a service call. If the light fails, contact CDA Customer Care.

The door will not close properly, check

• The appliance is level and stable.
• If the door has been removed, it may not have been correctly refitted.
• The door seal is dirty.
• The shelves are not positioned correctly.

The display show "E1" or "E2"

• The temperature sensor has failed.

Installing the Wine Cooler

This appliance is intended to be installed in a space between two units.

The minimum space required is:

fwc152 – 150 mm wide x 555 mm deep x 825 mm high fwc303 – 300 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high fwc603 – 600 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high fwc623 – 600 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high

Please note: When the product is installed, there should be a small ventilation gap between the top of the unit and the underside of the worktop (6 mm or 1/4 )

These products should not be installed:

1. In direct sunlight.
2. Adjacent to a heat source (oven or radiator).
3. Below a hob unit.
4. Where a continuous plinth is to be used, it is necessary cut a section out so that the ventilation slots at the front of the appliance are not obstructed in any way fig 6.

IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the instructions regarding installation and ventilation may invalidate the warranty supplied with your appliance.

To Install the Handle

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws, and do not use power tools to install the handle.

1. Carefully locate the handle over the fixing pins.
2. Using the supplied allen key, tighten the securing grub screw to fix the handle.

IMPORTANT: Take care when installing the handle not to damage the door. Any damage caused may not be covered by the warranty supplied with your appliance.

Installation

This appliance is designed to fit under worktops between 820 – 890mm in height, using the adjustable plinth plate to ensure that the feet are concealed from view.

Loosen but do not remove the rear ventilation trim screws. Slide the rear plinth to the required height. Tighten the trim screws to lock the plinth in position.

Reversing the Door

It is possible to reverse the door on this appliance, if required.

To do so, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the rear ventilation trim (2) by removing screws (1) and then remove the front ventilation trim (4) by removing screws (3) as shown in figure 7.
2. Remove the lower hinge (5) by removing the four screws 6) as shown in figure 8. Support the door as you do this to prevent damage.
3. Gently lower the door away from the top hinge and place on a padded surface to avoid the risk of damage as shown in figure 9.
4. Remove the upper hinge (10) as shown in figure 10.
5. Unscrew and transfer pins (7/8) from the lower hinge plate to the opposite side as shown in figure 8.
6. Pop out the cover caps on the opposite side and use them to cover the screw holes on the original side.
7. Fit the alternative upper hinge on the opposite side.
8. Rotate the door 180° and relocate it on the top hinge.
9. Refit the modified lower hinge into the door and secure it to the appliance body using the screws removed in step 1.
10. Refit both ventilation trims.

Please note:

Keep the spare hinge plate(s) to be able to reverse the door back again.

2 - Rear ventilation trim
3 - Front ventilation trim screw
4 - Front ventilation trim
5 - Lower hinge
6 - Lower hinge fixing screw

1 - Rear ventilation trim screw access and screw

7 - Short hinge pin

8 - Main hinge pin

9 - Hinge bracket

10 - Upper hinge

11 - Upper hinge fixing screw

12 - Replacement top hinge

Electrical Information

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.

Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in position.

How to connect an alternative plug

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of safely to avoid possible shock hazard. A suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating to BS 1363 should be used.

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:-

• The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with letter (E) or by the Earth symbol 1/2 or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.
• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (N), or coloured BLACK.
• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (L) or coloured RED.

If in doubt regarding the electrical connection of this appliance, consult a qualified electrician. Do not shorten the supply cable, the appliance may require removing for servicing.

N.B. Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible place.

Brand	CDA
Model Identifier	fwc152ssfwc152bl	fwc303ssfwc303bl	fwc603ss fwc623ss
Category of the Household Refrigerating Appliance	2
Voltage/Frequency	230-240V~/50Hz
Dimensions (WxDxH cm) 14	8x57x82 29.5x61.5x8	82 59.5x61.5x82 59.5	61.5x82
Weight (kg) 19 27 45 47
Energy Efficiency Class B A B B
Annual Energy Consumption (AEc) (kWh/year)	186 139 183	195
	The energy consumption is based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
Storage Volume (l) 20 60 135 120
Coldest Storage Temperature (°C)	5
Defrosting Type	Automatic
Climate Class	Climate class: N [climate class].
	This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between “16” [lowest temperature] °C and “32” [highest temperature] °C.
Airborne Acoustical Noise Emissions in dB(A) re1 pW	44 43 43 43
Installation Type	Built-under
This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.

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