Vintage Cellars 20-Bottle Evolution Series Wine Refrigerator - Manual (Page 5)

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LAYOUT AND STORAGE
Your cabinet was designed to store a maximum number of bottles securely. We recommend that you observe the
tips below to optimize loading.
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Remove tape from shelves once unit is stable and ready for storage.
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Disperse the bottles evenly to avoid concentrating weight in one place. Bottles must not touch either the back of
the cabinet or the step at the bottom.
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Make sure that the bottles are not all grouped together either at the top or bottom of the cabinet.
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Only pull out one shelf at a time. Never attempt to pull more than one.
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Maximum weight capacity per shelf is 55 lbs.
 You can increase your wine cellar’s storage capacity by removing shelves and stacking bottles on top of one
another. Do not stack more than 3 rows of bottles per shelf.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Wine Cellar.
 Turn off the power, unplug the appliance, and remove all items including all shelves.
 Wash the inside surfaces with a solution of warm water and baking soda (approximately 2 tablespoons of baking
soda for each quart of water.)
 Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution.
 Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
 Wash the exterior with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
 Vacuum the front grill and back of the unit twice yearly. Make sure the power is off before cleaning.
 It is recommended to clean the unit completely inside and out once a year to maximize the longevity of the wine
cellar.
Power Loss
 Power failures that are corrected within a few hours should not affect the temperature of your appliance if you
minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need
to take other measures to protect your contents.
 If the unit is unplugged, loses power, or is turned off, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting. Attempting to
restart the wine cellar before this time has elapsed may prevent the wine cellar from starting.
Absence/Vacation
 Short vacations: You may leave the wine cellar powered on and unattended for absences of less than three (3)
weeks.
 Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for more than three weeks, remove all items and turn off the
appliance. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent mold growth, leave the door open slightly, blocking it
open if necessary.
Moving Your Wine Cellar
 Remove all items.
 Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
 Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage.
 Tape the door shut.
 Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect the outside of the
appliance with a blanket or similar item.