All about the
Use&Care
of your Wine Cooler
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions.................................2
Installation ...........................................................4
Door Reversal Instructions.....................................5
Energy Saving Tips................................................6
Temperature Controls ............................................7
Features...............................................................8
Care and Cleaning................................................ 9
Before you Call....................................................10
Major Appliance Warranty....................................12
IMpORtAnt SAfEty InStRuctIOnS
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Child Safety
Electrical Information
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The wine cooler must be plugged into its
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,
AC only electrical outlet. The power cord of
the appliance is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for your protection against
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three prong
receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in
accordance with local codes and ordinances.
Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connecting
refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor (GFI)
circuit. Do not use an extension cord or
adapter plug.
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Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior
wrapping material immediately after the wine
cooler is unpacked. Children should never use
these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may
become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause
suffocation.
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Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can
cause severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they
come in contact with other appliances or furniture.
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An empty, discarded wine cooler is a very
dangerous attraction to children.
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If the power cord is damaged, it should be
replaced by an authorized service technician to
prevent any risk.
Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in
use, even if it is being discarded.
Never unplug the wine cooler by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and
pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent
damaging the power cord.
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Proper Disposal of your Wine Cooler
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Unplug the wine cooler before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned wine coolers are still
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days”.
If you are getting rid of your old wine cooler, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Performance may be affected if the voltage varies
by 10% or more. Operating the wine cooler with
insufficient power can damage the compressor.
Such damage is not covered under your warranty.
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Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent
the wine cooler from being turned off accidentally.
We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/
disposal methods. Check with your utility company or
on recycling your old wine cooler.
Before you throw away your old wine cooler:
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Remove doors.
Leave shelves in place so children may not easily
climb inside.
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Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.
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This Use & Care Guide provides general operating
instructions for your model. Use the appliance only as
instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the
wine cooler, follow these important first steps.
Cleaning
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Wash any removable parts of the wine cooler interior,
and exterior with mild detergent and warm water.
Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these
surfaces.
Location
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Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments,
which can scratch the appliance surface when
removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape
can be removed with a mixture of warm water and
mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky
side of tape already removed. Do not remove the
serial plate.
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Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical
outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter
plug.
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For optimal performance, it is recommended that
you install the wine cooler where the ambient
temperature is between 70 and 78 degrees
fahrenheit.
Important Safeguards: Do not store food in your wine
cooler as interior temperature may not get cool enough
to prevent spoilage. In summer months or areas of high
humidity, the glass door may build up moisture. To
remove the moisture, wipe it away.
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Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
Leave a 2 inch space on the back and sides of the
wine cooler for adequate circulation.
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Be sure the wine cooler stays in the upright position
during transport.
Handle Installation
Keep the wine cooler from any hazardous or
combustible agents.
1. Set handle over the two mounting studs at top of
door.
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2. Use hex head screw driver or allen wrench to tighten
set screws from bottom to secure handle to door.
The exterior walls of the wine cooler may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from
the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer
than room temperature can be expected. For this
reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to
allow enough space for air circulation around your wine
cooler.
Mounting stud
Locate handle
Leveling
The wine cooler must have all bottom corners resting
firmly on solid floor. The floor must be strong enough
to support a fully loaded wine cooler. NOTE: It is Very
Important for your wine cooler to be level in order to
function properly. If the wine cooler is not leveled during
installation, the door may be misaligned and not close
or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture
problems.
Set screw
Screw driver
To Level Your Wine Cooler:
After removing all interior and exterior packaging
materials, use a carpenter’s level to level the wine cooler
from front-to-back. Adjust the leveling legs in front, ½
bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left
halfway open.
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Reversing the door swing
The glass door can be opened from left to right and vice
versa. Should you desire to change the opening direction,
please follow these instructions.
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All parts removed must be saved to do the
reinstallation of the door.
1. Remove top cap. Remove the three screws that hold
the upper hinge (right side) to the top of the cabinet.
See Fig. 1.
Fig. 2
2. Carefully remove top hinge (See Fig. 1.), then lift the
door up off of bottom hinge and place it on a padded
surface to prevent scratching it. See Fig. 2.
3. Remove the three button plugs from the upper left
corner of the cabinet and transfer them to the holes
on the opposite side. Be sure to press the button
plugs firmly into the holes. See Fig. 1.
4. Remove three screws that hold the bottom hinge to
lower end of cabinet. Remove the three button plugs
from lower LH corner and transfer to holes where
bottom hinge was just removed. See Fig. 3.
Button plugs
5. Unscrew pins from both hinges and transfer to
threaded hole on opposite side. See Fig. 4. Re-install
bottom hinge in LH corner of cabinet using same
three screws removed in Step 4.
Hinge
Screws
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
6. On bottom edge of door, transfer door stop bracket
Move pin to
opposite hole
(upper and
and bushing to holes on opposite side. See Fig. 6.
7. On top edge of door, transfer the button plugs and
lower hinges)
bushing to hole on opposite side. See Fig. 7.
8. Place bottom LH corner of door onto lower hinge,
then install top hinge to cabinet. Make sure door
is level and it seals properly against cabinet, then
securely fasten three screws. See Fig. 7. Snap top
cap back onto hinge.
Button plugs
Top cap
Screws
Screws
Hinge
Fig. 5
Button plugs
Bushing
Fig. 1
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ENERGY SAVING TIPS
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Install the wine cooler in the
coolest part of a dry and ventilated
room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts or
registers. Do not place the wine
cooler next to heat-producing
appliances such as a range, oven
or dishwasher.
Stop
bracket
Bushing
Fig. 6
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Level the wine cooler so the door close tightly.
Do not over crowd the wine cooler or block cold air
vents. Doing so causes the wine cooler to run longer
and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined
with aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling.
Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the
wine cooler less efficient.
Fig. 7
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Wipe containers dry before placing them in the wine
cooler. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside
the unit.
Organize the wine cooler to reduce door openings.
Remove as many items as needed at one time and
close the door as soon as possible.
tEMpERAtuRE cOntROLS
Cool Down Period
For best performance, allow 4 hours for the wine cooler to cool down completely. The wine cooler will run continuously
for the first several hours.
Temperature Control for Single Zone Model
Press this button once to increase temperature 1° F/C.
Press this button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.
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The wine cooler can be operated by adjusting the temperature control buttons (up arrow and down arrow) until
the desired temperature is reached.
The display will flash for a few seconds before set point is locked in.
The temperature range MIN and MAX is 41° - 64°F (5° - 18° C).
Temperature display
Light: This button turns the light ON and OFF.
Power: This buttons turns the power ON and OFF.
Press both Light and Power button’s at the same time
to change between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures.
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tEMpERAtuRE cOntROLS
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The default temperature for the wine cooler is 54°F (12°C). The temperature after power failure will be the
temperature set before the power failure.
To prolong the life of compressor, please wait for at least 5 minutes before the wine cooler is restarted after power
failure.
Failure display
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If “E” and “F” are displayed, please contact local service personnel for repair.
If the temperature in the cooler is too low, it will display “L”.
If the temperature in the cooler is too high, the screen will display “H” and will flash. Under this state, the buzzer
will buzz for 30 seconds. One minute later, the buzzer will continue to buzz for the next 30 seconds. After three
times, the alarm will not buzz any more. You can press any key to cancel sound alarm.
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Storing too many wine bottles in the cooler may cause the temperature in the cooler to rise temporarily.
Temperature Control for Dual Zone Model
lower
zone
Temperature in lower chamber indicator
Temperature display
Press this button once to increase temperature 1° F/C.
Light: This LED turns the light ON and OFF.
: Press this button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.
Power: This LED turns the power ON and OFF.
upper
Temperature in upper chamber indicator
zone
Press both Light and Power LED’s at the same time to
change between fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures.
Press this button once to increase temperature 1° F/C.
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Press this button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.
The wine cooler can be operated by adjusting the temperature control buttons (up arrow and down arrow) until
the desired temperature is reached.
The display will flash for a few seconds before set point is locked in.
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The default temperature is 46°F (8°C) for upper zone and 59°F (15°C) for lower zone. The temperature after
power failure will be the temperature set before the power failure.
To prolong the life of compressor, please wait for at least 5 minutes before the wine cooler is restarted after power
failure.
The temperature range MIN and MAX is 41 - 54° F for the upper zone and 54 - 64° F for the lower zone.
Failure display
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If “E” and “F” are displayed, please contact local service personnel for repair.
If the temperature in the cooler is too low, it will display “L”.
If the temperature in the cooler is too high, the screen will display “H” and will flash. Under this state, the buzzer
will buzz for 30 seconds. One minute later, the buzzer will continue to buzz for the next 30 seconds. After three
times, the alarm will not buzz any more. You can press any key to cancel sound alarm.
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Storing too many wine bottles in the cooler may cause the temperature in the cooler to rise temporarily.
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fEAtuRES
Adjustable Interior Shelves
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded.
Interior Light (Some models)
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. The light can also be turned on and off by pressing the
Light button on the control panel. Press the button twice to keep the light on when the door is closed.
Door Lock
This unit is equipped with a lock near the bottom of the door. Two keys are provided. Keep the keys out of reach of
children.
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Wine Cooler - Dual Zone
Wine Cooler - Single Zone
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Handle
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Handle
Wooden shelf
Control panel
Glass door
Control panel
Wire shelves
Glass door
Light switch
Adjustable legs
Light switch
Adjustable leg
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cARE AnD cLEAnInG
Cleaning the wine cooler
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Before cleaning, turn the temperature control to OFF,
unplug the wine cooler and remove the bottles.
If leaving the wine cooler door open while on vacation,
make certain that children cannot climb inside and
become entrapped.
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Clean your wine cooler once every two months.
Inside: Wash inside surfaces of the wine cooler with a
solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart
(1.136 liters) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess
water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the
area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution
mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads,
brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.
Outside: Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild
liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean
soft cloth.
Care of plastic parts
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Be sure and protect the door gasket. It should be
kept clean at all times.
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If the plastic parts in the wine cooler remain
contaminated by oil (animal or vegetable) for a long
period of time, they will age and crack easily. Please
clean them on a regular basis.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Vacations:
If the wine cooler will not be used for several months:
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Remove all wine bottles and unplug the power cord.
Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
Leave the wine cooler door open slightly, blocking it
open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.
Moving: When moving the wine cooler, follow these
guidelines to prevent damage:
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Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Remove wine bottles and clean the wine cooler.
Secure all loose items by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.
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In a moving vehicle, secure the wine cooler in an
upright position to prevent movement. Also, protect
the outside of the wine cooler with a blanket or
similar item.
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pROBLEM
WInE cOOLER OpERAtIOn
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Wine Cooler does not
run.
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Wine cooler is plugged into a
circuit that has a ground fault
interrupt.
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Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,
have it checked by a certified technician.
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Temperature control is in the
OFF position.
Wine cooler may not be
plugged in, or plug may be
loose.
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See Setting the Temperature Control section.
Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
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House fuse blown or tripped
circuit breaker.
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Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset
circuit breaker.
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Power outage.
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Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.
Wine Cooler runs too
much or too long.
Room or outside weather is
hot.
It’s normal for the Wine Cooler to work harder under these
conditions.
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Wine Cooler has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
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It takes 4 hours for the Wine Cooler to cool down
completely.
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Large amounts of warm or hot
food has been stored recently.
Door is opened too frequently
or too long.
Wine Cooler door may be
slightly open.
Temperature control is set too
low.
Wine Cooler gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.
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Warm food will cause Wine Cooler to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.
Warm air entering the Wine Cooler causes it to run more.
Open doors less often.
See “DOOR pROBLEMS” section.
Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
Wine Cooler to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperature.
Interior Wine Cooler
temperature is too
cold.
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Temperature control is set too
low.
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Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
Interior Wine Cooler
temperature is too
warm.
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Temperature control is set too
warm.
Door is opened too frequently
or too long.
Door may not be seating
properly.
Large amounts of warm or hot
food has been stored recently.
Wine Cooler has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
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Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
Warm air entering the Wine Cooler causes it to run more.
Open doors less often.
See “DOOR pROBLEMS” section.
Warm food will cause Wine Cooler to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.
It takes 4 hours for the Wine Cooler to cool down
completely.
Wine Cooler external
surface temperature is
warm.
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The external Wine Cooler walls
can be as much as 30°F warm-
er than room temperature.
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This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat
from inside the Wine Cooler cabinet.
SOunD AnD nOISE
Louder sound levels
when wine cooler is
on.
Modern wine coolers have
increased storage capacity and
more stable temperatures.
They require a high efficiency
compressor
This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
you might hear the compressor running while it cools the
interior.
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SOuND AND NOISE (continued)
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Longer sound levels
when compressor
comes on.
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Wine Cooler operates at higher
pressures during the start of the
ON cycle.
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This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as refrig-
erator continues to run.
Fan runs when room
temperature is below
45°.
Exterior thermostat has acti-
vated the heater or fan.
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This is normal.
Popping or cracking
sound when compres-
sor comes on.
Metal parts undergo expansion
and contraction, as in hot water
pipes.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Wine
Cooler continues to run.
Boiling or gurgling
sound, like water boil-
ing.
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Refrigerant (used to cool Wine
Cooler) is circulating through-
out the system.
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This is normal.
Vibrating or rattling
noise.
Wine Cooler is not level. It
rocks on the floor when it is
moved slightly.
Level the unit. Refer to leveling instructions in the
“Installation” section.
Snapping sound.
Cold control turning the Wine
Cooler OFF and ON.
This is normal.
WAtER/MOIStuRE/fROSt InSIDE WInE cOOLER
Moisture forms on
inside of Wine Cooler
walls.
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Weather is hot and humid.
Door may not be seating
properly.
Door is kept open too long, or
opened too frequently.
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This is normal.
See “DOOR pROBLEMS” section.
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Open the door less often.
WAtER/MOIStuRE/fROSt OutSIDE WInE cOOLER
Moisture forms on out-
side of Wine Cooler.
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Door may not be seating prop-
erly, causing the cold air from
inside the wine cooler to meet
warm moist air from outside.
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See “DOOR pROBLEMS” section.
ODOR In WInE cOOLER
Odors in Wine ooler.
DOOR pROBLEMS
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Interior needs to be cleaned.
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Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda.
Door will not close.
Wine Cooler is not level. It
rocks on the floor when it is
moved slightly.
This condition may force the cabinet out of square and
misalign the door. Refer to “Leveling’ in the “Installation”
section.
LIGHT BuLB IS NOT ON
Light bulb is not on.
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Light bulb is burnt out.
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Follow instructions under “Interior Light” in the
“fEAtuRES” section.
See “Installation” section.
No electric current is reaching
the Wine Cooler.
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MAjOR AppLIAncE WARRAnty
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove
to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance with the provided instructions.
This warranty does not cover the following:
Exclusions
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances
not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,
etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DIScLAIMER Of IMpLIED WARRAntIES; LIMItAtIOn Of REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR
OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL
EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone
numbers below.
If You Need
Service
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp.
Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under
this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described
or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
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Electrolux Canada Corp.
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Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
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North America
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Augusta, GA 30907
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