HWC45FCBH-2 - Wine cellar Hanseatic - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wine Cooler
Brand	Hanseatic
Model	HWC45FCBH-2
Dimensions (H x W x D)	845 mm x 540 mm x 540 mm
Weight (unloaded)	33 kg
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Rated Power	110 W
Rated Current	0.5 A
Capacity	Max. 45 bottles (0.75 L each)
Temperature Range	+4 °C to +22 °C
Climate Class	N (ambient +16 °C to +32 °C)
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane), 17 g
Protection Class	Class I
Number of Bottle Shelves	5 (removable)
Display Shelf	Yes, 1 included
Door Reversible	Yes (left/right)
Interior Light	LED, switchable
Max. Load per Shelf	26 kg
Minimum Clearance	Back: 100 mm, sides: 50 mm
Spare Parts Availability	At least 7 years; door seals 10 years
Cleaning	Neutral pH cleaner, soft cloth
Warranty	Standard manufacturer warranty (see manual)

Frequently Asked Questions - HWC45FCBH-2 Hanseatic

How do I set the temperature on the Hanseatic HWC45FCBH-2?

Use the control element on the front. Press the Temperature Increase (^) or Decrease (v) buttons to adjust between +4 °C and +22 °C. The display shows the set temperature.

What is the maximum number of bottles I can store?

The appliance can store up to 45 standard 0.75 L bottles. Do not exceed 26 kg per shelf.

How do I change the door hinge direction?

The door is reversible. Follow the manual: remove the door, swap the lower hinge to the opposite side, rotate the door 180°, and reattach the upper hinge. Requires a cross-tip and flat-head screwdriver.

Why is my wine cooler making noise?

Normal operating noises include humming (refrigeration unit), flowing (refrigerant), and clicking (compressor on/off). Ensure the appliance is level and not touching walls or other objects.

How do I clean the wine cooler?

Unplug the appliance. Remove bottles and shelves. Clean interior with warm water and mild detergent, adding a few drops of vinegar to prevent mold. Wipe dry. Clean the back with a soft brush annually.

What should I do if the wine cooler does not cool?

Check the power supply and plug. Ensure the temperature is set correctly (lower than ambient). Verify the door seal is tight and the appliance is not near a heat source. If still not cooling, contact service.

Can I store other beverages besides wine?

The appliance is designed for wine storage only (max 45 bottles). It is not suitable for storing food, blood, or medical products.

How often should I defrost the wine cooler?

This model is designed for automatic defrosting; manual defrosting is not required. If ice builds up, it usually melts during off cycles. Ensure the drain is not blocked.

What is the recommended storage temperature for different wines?

Semi-sparkling: +6 to +10 °C; Sparkling: +10 °C; White wine: +10 to +12 °C; Red wine: +12 to +14 °C; Rosé: +12 to +16 °C. Adjust according to wine type.

Where can I find the model identifier and technical data?

The model identifier is HWC45FCBH-2. The type plate is inside the appliance. Full technical specifications are in the manual appendix, including dimensions, weight, and refrigerant details.

USER MANUAL HWC45FCBH-2 Hanseatic

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Gebrauchsanleitung

Anleitung/Version:

2301-00838 DE 20231204

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Lieferumfang

Weinkühlschrank mit

5× Flaschenbord (a)

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User manual

Manual/version:

2301-00838 EN 20230726

Order no.: 50069428

Reproduction, even of excerpts,

is not permitted!

Wine cooler

Table of contents

Please read through the safety instructions and user manual carefully before using the appliance. This is the only way you can use all the functions reliably and reliably. Be absolutely sure to also observe the national regulations in your country, which are also valid in addition to the regulations specified in this user manual.

Keep all safety notices and instructions for future reference. Pass all safety notices and instructions on to the subsequent user of the product.

You can find more information on setting up the appliance and starting it up for the first time

from page EN-11.

Explanation of terms and

symbols, definitions ..... EN-3

Explanation of terms ..... EN-3

Explanation of symbols ..... EN-3

Definitions ...... EN-3

Safety EN-4

Intended use..... EN-4

Safety notices.... EN-4

Delivery EN-9

Package contents ..... EN-9

Check the delivery ..... EN-9

Appliance parts/control element. . . . EN-10

Start-up....EN-11

Preparing for start-up .....EN-11

Moving and unpacking .....EN-11

Choosing a suitable location .....EN-11

About climate categories ..... EN-13

Setting up and aligning the appliance .... EN-13

Cleaning before use ..... EN-14

Connecting the appliance ..... EN-14

Changing the door hinges ..... EN-15

Changing the door hinges ..... EN-15

Operation EN-17

Requirements for safe use ..... EN-17

Switching the appliance on and off.... EN-17

Controlling the temperature ..... EN-17

Setting the temperature ..... EN-17

LED light EN-18

Interior equipment EN-18

Storing bottles EN-19

Filling the appliance ..... EN-19

Maximum storage capacity ..... EN-20

Maintaining quality ..... EN-20

Care and maintenance ..... EN-21

Checking and cleaning door seals. EN-21

Clean exterior EN-21

Cleaning the back of the appliance.... EN-21

Cleaning the inside of the appliance ..... EN-22

LED light EN-22

Troubleshooting table ..... EN-23

Service EN-24

Advice, complaints and orders .... EN-24

Repairs and spare parts ..... EN-24

Waste prevention, free return

and disposal EN-25

Waste prevention EN-25

Free return of old electrical appliances ..... EN-25

Disposal.... EN-25

Packaging EN-26

Appendix EN-27

Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No. 2019/2016 .. EN-27

Technical specifications ..... EN-27

Explanation of terms and symbols, definitions

Explanation of terms

Symbols

The following symbols can be found in this user manual.

WARNING

This symbol indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

This symbol indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

This symbol warns against possible damage to property.

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols can be found in this user manual and/or on the appliance.

This symbol refers to useful additional information.

Caution: Fire hazard!

Definitions

'Food' refers to foods, ingredients and drinks including wine and other things mainly intended for consumption, which require refrigeration at certain temperatures.

Safety

Intendeduse

The appliance is intended solely for storing wine (max. 45 bottles).

This appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures of +16 °C to +32 °C.

The appliance is designed for use in private households and is not designed for commercial use or multiple use (e.g.: use by several parties in a block of flats).

The appliance is not suitable for storing blood reserves, medical products, laboratory samples, etc.

The appliance is not suitable for freezing foods.

This refrigerator is not designed for use as a built-in appliance unless unrestricted circulation of air is guaranteed and the prescribed minimum clearance distances are adhered to (see "Choosing a suitable location" on page EN-11).

Use the appliance exclusively as described in this user manual. Any other use is deemed improper and may result in damage to property or even personal injury. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by improper use.

Safety notices

In this chapter, you will find general safety notices which you must always observe for your own protection and that of third parties. Please also observe the warning notices in the individual chapters.

Risks to children and certain groups of individuals

WARNING

Risk of suffocation for children!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

■ Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.
■ Prevent children from pulling small parts off the appliance or putting them in their mouths.
■ When disposing of the appliance, ensure that children cannot suffocate inside the appliance (e.g. do not remove the fridge and freezer drawers, unscrew the appliance door/cover).

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

Children and certain groups of people have a higher risk of being injured when handling the appliance.

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 the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

■ Children 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.
■ Make sure children do not have unsupervised access to the appliance.

Risks in handling household electrical appliances

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Only use the appliance indoors. Do not use in wet rooms or in the rain.
■ Do not operate or continue to use the appliance, if it

– shows visible signs of damage, e.g. the supply cord is defective,
- starts smoking or there is a smell of burning,
- makes unfamiliar noises.

In such cases, remove the mains plug from the socket or unscrew/isolate the fuse and contact our service department (see page EN-24).

■ The appliance corresponds to protection class I and may only be connected to a plug with a protective conductor that has been properly installed. When connecting the appliance, make sure that the voltage is correct. More detailed information about this can be found on the type plate.
■ To disconnect this appliance from the power supply, pull the mains plug out

of the socket. The appliance must, therefore, be connected to an easily accessible socket so that it can be quickly disconnected from the power supply in the event of a breakdown.

■ Since all poles of the appliance cannot be disconnected from the mains via an accessible disconnecting device, an all-pole disconnecting device in accordance with overvoltage category III must be connected within the house installation with at least 3 mm contact clearance; consult a qualified professional if necessary (see “Service” on page EN-24).
- When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. Do not kink the supply cord or lay it over sharp edges.
- Keep the supply cord away from naked flames and hot surfaces.
■ Always pull on the mains plug and not the mains cable.
■ Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
■ Never immerse the supply cord or plug in water or any other liquids.
■ 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.
■ Independent or improper repairs made to the appliance may cause damage to property and personal injury; any liability and warranty claims will be forfeited. Never try to repair a defective or suspected defective appliance yourself.
- Inspections and repairs to the appliance may only be carried out by authorised specialists. Contact our

service team if necessary (see page EN-24).

■ This appliance contains electrical and mechanical parts which are essential for protection against potential sources of danger. Only parts corresponding to the original appliance specifications may be used for repairs.
- In the event of a fault, as well as before extensive cleaning, pull out the mains plug or unscrew/switch off the fuse.
- Do not put any objects in or through the housing openings, and also ensure that children cannot insert any objects into them.
- Check the appliance regularly for damage.

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and damage to property.

• Do not connect to a timer or a separate remote-controlled system for distance monitoring and control.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

Risks associated with using refrigerants

! WARNING

Risk of fire and explosion!

Your appliance's refrigeration circuit contains the environmentally friendly, but fl ammable refrigerant R600a (isobutane).

- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those

recommended by the manufacturer. For example, do not use any electric heating equipment, knives or devices with an open flame. The thermal insulation and the interior are scratch and heat-sensitive and can melt.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Keep the appliance away from open flames and hot surfaces.
  ■ Mechanical intervention in the refrigeration system must only be carried out by authorised specialists.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit, e.g. by puncturing the refrigerant channels of the condensate evaporator with sharp objects, bending the piping, or cutting open the insulation.
  ■ Ensure that none of the cooling fi ns or tubes on a refrigerator are damaged prior to the point of proper disposal.
  ■ Refrigerant is fl ammable when spurting out and can damage the eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in clean water and seek medical assistance immediately.
• To prevent the formation of a fl am-mable gas-air mixture in the event of a leakage in the refrigeration circuit, the installation space must have a minimum size of 1 m ^3 per 8 g of re-frigerant in compliance with the EN 378 standard. The amount of refrigerant contained in your appliance can be found on the type plate.

■ To avoid the formation of sparks, do not pull out the mains plug in the event of a gas leak.
■ Dispose of old electrical appliances at an authorised collection or return point.
■ Only use original accessories.

Risks associated with chemical substances

CAUTION

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of chemical substances can lead to explosions.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a fl ammable propellant in this appliance, as they can form ignitable gas-air mixtures.
• Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with fl ammable propellants inside the appliance as they may create ignitable gas-air mixtures.
  ■ Never use defrosting sprays to defrost. They can generate explosive gases.

Risks associated with using refrigerators

WARNING

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and damage to property.

- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Contaminated food can cause health problems.

■ Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance. Do not leave the appliance door open for a long time.
■ 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.
■ Store raw meat and fi sh in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.

The appliance may not operate properly if the ambient temperature exceeds or falls below the specified temperature range for a prolonged period. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always ensure the prescribed ambient temperature is maintained (see "Intended use" on page EN-4).

Risk of damage

NOTICE

Risk of damage to property!

If the cooling unit has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may get into the cooling circuit.

■ If possible, only transport the appliance in a vertical position.

- Allow the refrigerator to stand upright for two hours before start-up. The lubricant will flow back into the compressor during this time.

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to damage to property.

• Do not pull or lift the appliance by its doors or door handles.
• Place the appliance only on a level and firm surface that can support the weight of the appliance when it is filled.
  ■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.
• When unpacking the appliance, never damage the insulation material on the back of the appliance.
• 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 use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
  ■ The interior light must only be used to illuminate the interior of the appliance. It is not suitable for lighting a room.
  ■ When cleaning, please note:

- Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.

- Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.

- Use only soft cloths.

- Wait 5 minutes after switching off. Only then switch the appliance on again.

Delivery

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Package contents

Wine cooler with

5× Bottle shelf (a)

1× Display shelf (b)

1× User manual

Check the delivery

1. Move the appliance to a suitable place and unpack it (see "Start-up" on page EN-11).
2. Remove all parts of the packaging, plastic profiles, tape and foam padding.
3. Check that the delivery is complete.
4. Check whether the appliance was damaged during transit.
5. If the delivery is incomplete or the appliance has been damaged during transport, please contact our service team (see page EN-24).

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Never use a damaged appliance.

You will find the type plate inside your appliance.

Appliance parts/control element

Appliance parts

Control element

(1) LED light
(2) Control element
(3) Glass door
(4) Screw feet
(5) Display shelf
(6) Bottle shelves
(7) On-/Off-button
(8) Light switch
(9) Temperature indicator
(10) Button for increasing the temperature
(11) Button for decreasing the temperature

Start-up

Preparing for start-up

You have read the chapter "Safety" from page EN-4.

Moving and unpacking

WARNING

Risk of suffocation!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

• Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.
  ■ Prevent children from pulling small parts from the device or taking them out of the accessory bag and putting them in their mouths.

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury.

■ The appliance is heavy and bulky. Seek the help of another person when moving the appliance.
■ Do not use the appliance door to pull or lift the appliance.
■ Bases, appliance doors, etc. must not be used as steps or for support purposes.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in damage.

• Do not tilt the appliance more than 45°.
• Allow the appliance to stand upright for two hours before start-up. The lubricant will flow back into the compressor during this time.

■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.
- When unpacking the appliance, never damage the insulation material on the back of the appliance.

1. Move the appliance using a dolly or with the help of a second person.
2. Unpack the appliance and carefully remove all packaging, plastic moulding, adhesive strips, protective film and foam padding from the inside, outside and back of the appliance.

Choosing a suitable location

WARNING

Risk of fire and explosion!

Your appliance's refrigeration circuit contains the environmentally friendly, but fl ammable refrigerant R600a (isobutane).

- Keep the appliance away from open flames and hot surfaces.

Dangers from the refrigerant!

• Do not damage the refrigeration circuit, e.g. by puncturing the refrigerant channels of the condensate evaporator with sharp objects, bending the piping, or cutting open the insulation.
  ■ Refrigerant is flammable when spurting out and can damage the eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in clean water and seek medical assistance immediately.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

The appliance may not run properly if operated in unsuitable ambient temperatures for extended periods of time.

■ Always adhere to the prescribed ambient temperature (see corresponding data sheet at the end of this user manual).

Space required according to the appliance dimensions

A: 540 ~mm B: 845 ~mm

C: 100 mm D: 540 mm

E: 1050 mm F: 100 mm

G: 50 mm H: 130°

l: 880 mm

- To prevent a flammable gas-air mixture from forming following any leakage in the refrigeration circuit, the installation space must have a minimum size of 2.2m^3 .

- The appliance must only be placed on a level and firm surface. The surface must be strong enough to support the appliance's weight when fully laden.

- Suitable locations are dry, well-ventilated areas that are cool if possible.

- Unsuitable locations are ones with direct sunlight or which are directly next to an oven, hob or radiator.

- The following minimum distances must be maintained:

– from electrical hobs 5 cm

– from oil and coal burning stoves 30 cm

– from other cooling appliances 5 cm

– from washing machines/ dishwashers 5 cm

- If you would like to reduce these distances, you can fit an insulation plate between the appliances.

- If underfloor heating is installed at the setup location, place the cooling appliance on an insulation plate made from solid material.

About climate categories

- Always ensure the prescribed ambient temperature is maintained (see "Intended use" on page EN-4).

Climate category means that the appliance is intended for operation at the specified ambient temperature (see table ‘climate categories’). If the room temperature drops significantly below this, the unit will not switch on as often. This indicates that an unwelcome increase in temperature may occur.

Setting up and aligning the appliance

1. Place the appliance on as flat and as firm a base as possible.
2. To ensure adequate air circulation,

- keep the entire space above the appliance free.

- do not place the appliance directly against the wall. Leave a gap of at least 10 cm to the back wall and 5 cm to the side.

1. Check the position with a spirit level.

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1. Level out any unevenness on the ground using both of the front screw feet.

2. Close the glass door (3).

3. Tilt the appliance backwards slightly and screw in/unscrew the screw feet (4).
4. Stand the appliance back up again and check the alignment with a spirit level. Repeat the process until the appliance is standing up vertically. The appliance should not move when opening the glass door.

Table ‘Climate categories’
Zone description Code Definition
Extended temperate zone SN		This refrigerator is designed for use at ambient temperatures of +10 °C to +32 °C.
Temperate zone N		This refrigerator is designed for use at ambient temperatures of +16 °C to +32 °C.
Subtropical zone ST		This refrigerator is designed for use at ambient temperatures of +16 °C to +38 °C.
Tropical zone T		This refrigerator is designed for use at ambient temperatures of +16 °C to +43 °C.

Cleaning before use

To remove the odour that comes with all new appliances, clean the appliance before using it (see “Care and maintenance” on page EN-21).

Connecting the appliance

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Do not operate or continue to operate the appliance, if it
– shows visible signs of damage, e.g. the power cord is defective,
- starts smoking or there is a smell of burning,
- makes unfamiliar noises.
In such cases, remove the mains plug and contact our service department (see page EN-24).
- Do not connect to a timer or a separate remote-controlled system for distance monitoring and control.
- Do not kink or pinch the mains cord or lay it over sharp edges. This can result in a break in the cord.

CAUTION

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and damage to property.

■ Connect the appliance only to a properly installed and earthed electric socket. Do not connect to a multi-socket extension cable or a multi-socket plug.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

If the cooling unit has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may get into the cooling circuit.

- Allow the appliance to stand upright for approx. 2 hours after transport and before connecting. This allows the lubricant enough time to flow back into the compressor.

- Insert the mains plug into an easily accessible and properly installed socket (220–240 V\~ / 50 Hz).

The temperature indicator will light up. The appliance is switched on.

You will find all important information about operation from page EN-17.

Changing the door hingesChanging the door hinges

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

The glass door is very heavy.

- Ask another person, if needed, to help you with attaching or removing the glass door.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in damage.

■ Do not tilt the appliance more than 45^ .
■ Do not lay it on its side.

Depending on the space conditions, you can change the direction of the door hinges on your appliance. This work, however, requires you to have a certain degree of craftsmanship skills. Please read the following steps completely before changing the hinges.

You will need the following tools to change the door hinges:

– Medium size cross-tip screwdriver
– Medium size flat-headed screwdriver

Removing the glass door

1. Ensure that the appliance is not connected to the power supply.
2. Remove the display shelf (5) and the bottle shelves (6).

1. Gently bush the blanking plate (12) and hinge cover (13) upwards with a slotted screwdriver and remove them. Hold onto the blanking plate and hinge cover.

1. Ensure that the glass door (3) cannot slip away and loosen the screws (16) on the upper hinge (14). Use the cross-tip screw-driver.
2. Remove the screws and the top hinge and hold onto all parts.
3. Lift the glass door up and set it aside.

1. Remove the washers (17) from the lower hinge (15).

1. Loosen the screws (18) and remove the lower hinge from the appliance.

1. Remove the screw (19) and the screw foot (4) and screw in both parts on the opposite side.

Installing the glass door

1. Tighten the lower hinge (15) on the other side using the screws (18).
2. Put the washers (17) on the lower hinge.
3. Rotate the glass door (3) 180° and carefully insert it on the lower hinge. Firmly hold onto the glass door. It is still loose.
4. Ensure that the glass door is positioned properly. Adjust the door if necessary. Repeat steps 1 to 4.

1. Tighten the upper hinge (14) with the screws (16).

2. Place the hinge cover (13) on the upper hinge and firmly press it down.

3. Insert the blanking plate (12) on the opposite side at the top.
4. Check whether the door seal is securely in place (see page EN-21).
5. Reinsert the display shelf (5) and the bottle shelves (6).

Operation

Requirements for safe use

• You have read chapter "Safety" from page EN-4 and understand all the safety notices.
• The appliance is set up and plugged in as described in chapter "Start-up" from page EN-11.

Switching the appliance on and off

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

If the cooling unit has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may get into the cooling circuit.

- Allow the appliance to stand upright for approx. 2 hours after transport and before connecting.

Switching on

- Insert the mains plug into an easily accessible socket (220–240 V\~ / 50 Hz). The temperature indicator will light up. The appliance is switched on.

Switching off

1. Press the on-/off-button (7). The temperature indicator will go out. The compressor is switched off. The appliance doesn't refrigerate.

2. To clean the appliance: Disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Empty the appliance and clean it (see "Care and maintenance" on page EN-21).

3. Leave the glass door (3) slightly ajar to prevent mould from forming.

Controlling the temperature

The current interior temperature can be read from the temperature indicator while in operation.

Setting the temperature

WARNING

Health hazard!

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always ensure the prescribed ambient temperature is maintained (see "Intended use" on page EN-4).

Use the control element (2) to set the appliance's inside temperature.

Select the right temperature based on the wine. Further information on the optimum storage temperature can be found in the section (see "Maintaining quality" on page EN-20).

You can choose settings ranging from +4 °C to +22 °C.

• Increasing the temperature: Push the ^ (10) button until the desired temperature appears.
• Decreasing the temperature: Push the ¥11) button until the desired temperature appears.

If you hold down the ^or. button, the temperature indicator will natically scroll through the tempera-ettings.

LED light

Switching on

- Push the 📋 light switch once. The appliance will beep and the LED light will turn on.

Switching off

- Push the light switch once. The appliance will beep and the LED light will turn off.

Interior equipment

The bottle shelves (6) can be removed and rearranged as necessary.

Removing the shelves

- Lift the rear of the bottle shelf slightly and pull it out.

The display shelf (5) can also be removed from the appliance by pulling it out.

Inserting the shelves

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1. Turn the bottle shelf (6) so that the front rails and back rails are facing up.

2. Insert the bottle shelf into the side brackets.

3. Slide the bottle shelf towards the back of the appliance until it locks into place.

If the appliance is making unusual noises, check that it is stable and remove any objects that may be on top of it.

Storing bottles

WARNING

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to explosions.

- Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with fl ammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Inappropriate use of this appliance can damage your health.

■ Opening the door for long periods can cause a signifi cant 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.

Filling the appliance

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• Place the bottles in the slots between the wooden rails on the bottle shelf (6) and/or display shelf (5). Use the diagrams above as a guide.
  • Make sure that the bottles do not directly touch the interior walls of appliance or the glass door.

• Remove the packaging (e.g. cardboard) before placing items in the appliance.

• Systematically fill the appliance so the wine you want is easy to reach so that you do not have to move the wine bottles around a lot.

• Make sure that the appliance is at least 70% filled in order to counteract fluctuations in temperature.

Maximum storage capacity

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Damage may be caused to the appliance by placing too much weight on the shelves.

■ The maximum load is 26 kg/shelf.

The appliance is designed to only hold a certain number of 0.75 l bottles.

You can find out how many of these standard 0.75 l bottles you can store in the appliance in the section "Intended use" on page EN-4.

- Observe the max. load capacity.

Maintainingquality Storage temperature

The optimum storage temperature varies depending on the type of wine, due to the fact that wines have different shelf lives and age differently. A temperature setting that is too high or too low can reduce the shelf life of your wine. This leads to greater food waste.

Wine Storage temperature
Semi-sparkling wine	+6 °C to +10 °C
Sparkling wine +10 °C
White wine +10 °C to +12 °C
Red wine +12 °C to +14 °C
Rosé wine +12 °C to +16 °C

• Avoid strong and frequent variations in temperature.
• Ensure that there is enough space between the bottles to promote the circulation of air inside the appliance.
• The appliance's interior temperatures can increase and lead to increased energy consumption
• if the glass door is opened frequently or for a prolonged period.
• if the temperature falls below or exceeds the prescribed interior temperature.
• if a large number of bottles is put into storage at once.
• if the appliance's nominal capacity is exceeded.

Storage period

The storage periods of wines differs and is dependent on many factors. Use the following storage periods as a general guideline:

Wine Storage period
Rosé wine, light red wine	1 to 2 years
White wine 3 to 5 years
Red wine approx. 6 years
Very sweet wines	+15 years

Additional factors

• Make sure to move the wine as little as possible during storage. Frequently moving the wine around can lead to rapid ageing.
• Ensure that the wine is kept as far away as possible from light and stored in the dark.
• Switch on the LED light as seldom as possible. Exposure to light can affect the taste.

Careandmaintenance

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Unplug the mains cable before cleaning.
■ When pulling out the mains plug, always take hold of the mains plug itself and never the mains cable.

CAUTION

Dangers for children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity!

■ Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Risk of injury!

Sharp-edged appliance parts beneath the appliance may lead to cuts.

■ Exercise caution when cleaning the appliance.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

The surfaces and appliance parts can be damaged through improper handling.

■ Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.
■ Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.
■ Only use soft cloths.

Checking and cleaning door seals

The door seals must be checked regularly so that no air can enter the appliance.

1. To test them, clamp a thin piece of paper in various places. The paper should be difficult to pull through at all points.
2. If the seal is not uniform everywhere: Warm the seal in the appropriate places carefully with a hair dryer and pull it out with your fingers.
3. Only clean dirty seals with clean water.

Clean exterior

– Coated surfaces Only use light pH-neutral soapy water.
- Stainless steel surfaces Use special stainless steel cleaner from a specialist shop. Never use polish.

Cleaning the back of the appliance

Dust deposits on the back of the appliance can affect the appliance's performance and lead to increased energy consumption.

- Remove dust and clean the back of the appliance and the compressor once or twice a year. Use a soft brush to do this.

Cleaning the inside of the appliance

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper cleaning can damage appli- ance parts.

- Do not clean the appliance parts in the dishwasher.

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
2. Take out the wine bottles and temporarily store them in a cool room.
3. Remove the display shelf (5) and the bottle shelves (6).
4. Wipe off all parts with a damp cloth. Use lukewarm rinsing water to remove stubborn stains. Wipe down with clean water.
5. Dry all parts thoroughly.
6. Wash the interior with warm water and washing-up liquid. If ice has formed on the walls, let it thaw. When wiping clean, add a few drops of vinegar to the water to prevent mould from forming.
7. Wipe the interior dry and leave the glass door (3) open for a while to air.
8. Only clean the door seals with clean water; they are sensitive to oil and fat.
9. Replace all removed parts.
10. Put the wine bottles back in the appliance.
11. Insert the mains plug once again.

LED light

! WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Do not remove the LED light covers.
- Do not attempt to replace the LED light yourself.

Maintenance-free LEDs are used to light the appliance.

Should the LED light ever malfunction, contact an authorised professional (see "Service" on page EN-24).

Troubleshooting table

Malfunctions can occur in all electrical appliances. This does not necessarily mean there is a defect in the appliance. For this reason, please check the tables to see if you can correct the malfunction.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock in case of improper repair!

Never try to repair a defective or suspected defective appliance yourself. You can put your own and future users' lives in danger. Only authorised specialists are allowed to carry out this repair work.

Problem Possible cause Solutions, tips, explanations
Compressor OFF, control element OFF.	No electricity to socket. Check the socket with another appliance.
	Mains plug is loose. Check the tightness of the mains plug.
Compressor OFF, control element ON.	Desired temperature has been reached.	Further cooling not required. When the inside temperature rises, the compressor automatically switches on.
Appliance cools too quickly.	Temperature has been set too low.	Select a higher setting (see “Setting the temperature” on page EN-17).
The appliance doesn’t cool sufficiently.	Temperature has been set too high.	Select a lower setting (see “Setting the temperature” on page EN-17).
	Appliance door not tightly closed or door seal is not completely tight.	See ‘Checking and cleaning the door seals’ on page EN-21.
	The appliance is near a heat source or sunlight.	Place insulation plate between the appliances or change location.
	Minimum distances not maintained (too short).	Adhere to the minimum wall distances (see “Choosing a suitable location” on page EN-11).
	Too many bottles of wine stored.	Do not exceed the maximum. bottle number (see “Intended use” on page EN-4).
	Ambient temperature too low or too high.	Adjust ambient temperature (see “Intended use” on page EN-4).
	Compressor seems defective.	Set the temperature to ‘4’. If the compressor does not switch on within an hour, please contact our service department (see page EN-24).
Appliance is making a noise.	Operating noises are functional and are not a sign of malfunction.	Humming: Refrigeration unit is running.
		Flowing noise: Refrigerant is flowing through the pipes.
		Clicking: Compressor is switching on or off.
	Disturbing noises. Check that it is stable.

Service

Please note!

You are responsible for the condition of the appliance and its proper use in the household.

If you call out for customer service due to an operating error, you will incur charges, even during the guarantee/warranty period.

Damage resulting from non-compliance with this manual will not, unfortunately, be recognised..

In order for us to help you quickly, please tell us:

Name of appliance Model Order number
hanseatic Wine cooler	HWC45FCBH-2 50	069428

Advice, complaints and orders

Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre if

– the delivery is incomplete,
– the appliance is damaged during transport,
– you have questions about your appliance,
- a malfunction cannot be rectified using the troubleshooting table,
– you would like to order further accessories.

You can find the contact details of your product advisor online on the service pages of your mail order company. The various sections of product advice are listed here.

Please have your appliance invoice ready.

For more information, visit www.hanseatic.de

Repairs and spare parts

You can prevent waste by having your defective appliances repaired. Please contact our Customer Service department.

Please have your appliance invoice ready (date of purchase and item no.).

Spare parts are available for a minimum period of seven years after the final version of the model has been placed on the market. Door seals are available for a period of ten years.

Customers in Germany

Place an order at

by E-mail: [e-mail]

Phone [phone]

Customers in Austria

Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre or product advice centre.

Waste prevention, free return and disposal

Waste prevention

According to the provisions of Directive 2008/98/EC, waste prevention measures always take priority over waste management.

For electrical and electronic devices, waste prevention measures include extending the lifespan of defective devices through repair and reselling used working appliances instead of disposing of them.

Please help us reduce waste and contact our customer service if your product is faulty.

More information can be found in the brochure 'Waste Prevention Programme - of the German Government with the Involvement of the Federal Länder'.

Free return of old electrical appliances

Upon purchasing a new electrical appliance of the same type with essentially the same function, consumers may return an old electrical appliance to a distributor obliged to take back old appliances, at no extra cost for the consumers. This option also exists for deliveries made to a private household. For distance selling, the option of having old electrical equipment collected for free applies only in the case of purchase of new electrical equipment with heat exchangers (e.g. refrigerators, dehumidifiers), screens and display devices with a screen surface > 100 cm ^2 , and large devices with at least one of its external dimensions measuring more than 50 cm.

In addition, consumers may return up to three old electrical appliances of the same type to a distributor's collection point for free, without having to purchase a new electrical appliance. In this case, however, the old appliances' external dimensions may not exceed 25 cm.

Disposal

Disposing of old electrical devices in an environmentally-friendly manner

Electrical appliances contain harmful substances as well as valuable resources.

Every consumer is therefore required by law to dispose of old elec-

trical appliances at an authorised collection or return point. They will thus be made available for environmentally-sound, resource-saving recycling.

You can dispose of old electrical appliances free of charge at your local recycling centre.

Please contact your dealer directly for more information about this topic.

Don't forget to erase data!

If necessary, each consumer is responsible for erasing personal data from electrical and electronic equipment

Batteries and rechargeable batteries, lamps and bulbs

If necessary, old single-use and rechargeable batteries that are not encased by an old electrical appliance, as well as lamps/bulbs that can be removed from an old electrical appliance without being destroyed, must be removed and disposed of separately before you return the appliance.

This symbol means that single-use and rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of with other household waste.

Consumers are required by law to bring all single-use and rechargeable batteries, regardless of whether they contain harmful substances*) or not, to a collection point operated by their communal authority or borough or

to a retailer, so that they can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and so that valuable resources (e.g. cobalt, nickel or copper) can be recovered.

Single-use and rechargeable batteries can be returned free of charge.

Some of the possible contents (e.g. mercury, cadmium and lead) are toxic and, if improperly disposed of, can have adverse effects on the environment. Heavy metals, for instance, can have detrimental health effects on humans, animals and plants and accumulate in the environment and food chain, and then enter the body indirectly through the consumption of food.

There is a high risk of fire with old lithium batteries. Special care must therefore be taken to properly dispose of old lithium batteries and rechargeable batteries. Improper disposal can also lead to internal and external short circuits due to thermal effects (heat) or mechanical damage. A short circuit can lead to a fire or an explosion and have serious consequences for people and the environment. It is therefore important to tape off the terminals of lithium batteries and rechargeable batteries before disposing of them to prevent an external short circuit.

Single-use and rechargeable batteries that are not built into the device should be removed before disposal and then disposed of separately.

Please only dispose of single-use and rechargeable batteries in a discharged state!

If possible, use rechargeable batteries in place of disposable batteries.

*) labelled with:

Cd = Cadmium

Hg = Mercury

Pb = Lead

Packaging

Our packaging is made of environmentally friendly, recyclable materials:

– Outer packaging made of cardboard
- Moulded parts made of foamed, CFC-free polystyrene (PS)
– Films and bags made of polyethylene (PE)
– Tension bands made of polypropylene (PP)
- Saving energy also protects against excessive global warming. Your new appliance uses little energy due to its environmentally friendly insulation and technology.

If you have sufficient space, we recommend retaining the packaging, at least during the warranty

period. If the appliance needs to be sent out for repairs, only the original packaging will provide sufficient protection.

If you would like to dispose of the packaging, please dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way.

Appendix

Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No. 2019/2016

The product fiche for your device is available online.

Go to https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and enter the model identifier of your device to access the product fiche.

The model identifier for your device can be found under Technical specifications.

Technicalspecifications

Item number	50069428
Name of appliance	Wine Cooler
Model identifier	HWC45FCBH-2
Device measurements (Height × Width × Depth)	845 mm × 540 mm × 540 mm
Unloaded weight	33 kg
Refrigerant	R600a
Filling capacity refrigerant	17 g
Foaming agent	cyclopentane
Rated power	110 W
Supply voltage / frequency / rated current	220 - 240 V ~ / 50 Hz / 0,5 A
Protection class	I
Climate class: N. This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between +16 °C and +32 °C.