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LOADING
The maximum amount of bottles able to be stored which is given, is only given as an indication , done in factory
and is not contractual. This indication (as with the capacity in liters of a refrigerator) is to give a quick estimation
of the size of the product. This indication corresponds to tests done with a standard bottle: the bottle type
“Bordeaux tradition 75 cl” (the standardized classification contains for each bottle a geographic origin (Bordeaux,
Bourgogne, Provence,…), and a type (traditional, heavy, light, flute,…) each with its own specific height and
diameter.
In fact, one could store more bottles by stacking a single type of
bottle and without shelves. But a “varied” cabinet
is made up of a large variety of bottles and the “practical” side of the daily use of a cabinet limits the number of
bottles stored. Most probably, a few less bottles will be stored than the indicated amount.
For example, if the cellar is filled only with bottles of burgundy, there will be approximately 30% fewer bottles than the
initial quantity calculated for Bordeaux
Any added shelf will decrease the loading capacity.
EXAMPLES OF SERVING TEMPERATURES
(TO BE COMPLIED WITH WHEN TASTING YOUR WINES!)
Opinions vary as does the ambient temperature but the general consensus is as follows:
Vintage Bordeaux - Reds
16
– 17°C
Vintage Burgundy - Reds
15
– 16°C
Vintage dry white wines
14
– 16°C
Light, fruity, young reds
11
– 12°C
Rosés de Provence, early wines
10
– 12°C
Dry whites and regional red wines
10
– 12°C
Regional white wines
8
– 10°C
Champagnes
7
– 8°C
Sweet wines
6°C
DEFROST - CONDENSATION
The cabinet is equipped with an automatic defrost cycle. When the cooling cycle is finished, the refrigerated parts
of the cabinet are defrosted automatically. The water from the defrost is channelled into an evaporation tray
which is located in the back of the cabinet close to the compressor. The heat from the compressor then
evaporates the water from the tray.
UPKEEP
Before cleaning the cabinet (this must be done regularly), disconnect it either by unplugging it or by removing the
fuse.
It is suggested that before first use and then regularly, the cabinet be cleaned both inside and out (front, sides and
on top) with a mixture of warm water and gentle cleaning fluid. Rinse with water and let dry completely before
reconnecting. Do not use solvents or abrasive products.
Clean the shelves with a gentle detergent then dry with a soft dry cloth.
At the moment of the first use, some odours can persist. In this case, make functioning the appliance at the
coldest temperatures, empty, during a few hours. The cold will cancel all these possible odours.
