Teka RVI 20041 GBK, User Manual

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
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Clean your Wine Cooler
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Turn off the power, unplug the appliance, and remove all items including shelves and rack.
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Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and mild solution.
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Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution.
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Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning area of the controls, or any
electrical parts.
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Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe
dry with a clean soft cloth.
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Power failure
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Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and 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 long period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your
contents.
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Vacation Time
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Short vacations: Leave the Wine Cooler operating during vacations of less than three
weeks.
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If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all items and turn off the
appliance. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave
the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary.
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Moving your Wine Cooler:
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Remove all items.
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Take out the loose items inside the wine cooler (such as shelf), or fix the loose items with
the foam.
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Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage.
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Tape the door shut.
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Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also
protect outside of appliance with a blanket or similar items.
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Energy saving tips
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The Wine Cooler should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from producing
appliances, and out of the direct sunlight.
The following (approximate) temperatures are recommended for wine drinking:
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For storing ALL TYPES OF WINES 12 – 14 °C
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Champagne NV, Sparkling 6 °C
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Champagne Vintage 10 °C
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Dry White Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc 8 °C
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Dry White Gewürztraminer, Riesling 10 °C
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Dry White Chardonnay 10 °C
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Vintage Chardonnay 14 °C
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Sweet White Sauternes Monbazillac, Late Harvest ice wine 10 °C
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Sweet whites vintage Sauternes 14 °C
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Beaujolais 13 °C
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Red Pinot Noir 16 °C
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Vintage Pinot Noir red 18 °C
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Red Grenache, Syrah 16 °C
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Red Cabernet, Merlot, French, Australian, New Zealand,
Chilean, Argentinean, Italian, Spanish, Californian 18 °C
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