Cuisinart Private Reserve CWC-3200 - Wine Cellar Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

1. Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Other uses not recommended may cause fi re, electric shock or personal injury.
2. This product is intended for household use only.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse unit, plug or cord in water or spray with liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, when moving from one location to another, and before cleaning.
6. To disconnect the appliance, grip the plug and pull it from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.
7. Do not operate the appliance in the presence of explosives and/or fl ammable fumes.
8. Do not place the appliance or any of its parts near an open fl ame, cooking or other heating appliance.
9. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if the product malfunctions, or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
10. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may be hazardous.
11. Place the unit on a dry level surface.
12. Do not operate if the housing is removed or damaged.
13. A loose fi t between the AC outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating and a distortion of the plug. Contact a qualifi ed electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.
14. This appliance is designed to be freestanding only, and should not be recessed or built in (fully recessed).
15. Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight will affect/alter the outside color of the appliance.

To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock or personal injury, unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
For your protection, this unit is equipped with a 3-conductor cord set that has a molded 3-prong grounding-type plug, and should be used in combination with a properly connected grounding-type outlet as shown in fi gure A. If a grounding-type outlet is not available, an adapter, shown in Figure B, may be obtained so that a 2-slot wall outlet can be used with a 3-prong plug. As shown in Figure C, the adapter must be grounded by attaching its grounding lug under the screw of the outlet cover plate.
NOTE: Do not remove the grounding prong.

Before using an adapter, it must be determined that the outlet cover plate screw is properly grounded. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician. Never use an adapter unless you are sure it is properly grounded.
Note: Use of an adapter is not permitted in Canada.

PARTS

1. Removable Shelves
2. Leveling Legs (4)
3. Water Tray (not shown)
4. Tempered Glass Door
5. Adjustable Temperature Control

UNPACKING YOUR WINE CELLAR

Remove all packaging material. This includes all adhesive tape holding the wine cellar accessories inside and outside.
You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date.
Before using your Cuisinart^™ Private Reserve^® Wine Cellar for the fi rst time, remove all protective paper and wrapping. Wipe housing and internal chamber with a damp cloth to remove any dust from the warehouse or shipping.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

When using the wine cellar for the fi rst time, allow at least 24 hours for the internal temperature to adjust properly. Make sure there are at least 3 to 5 bottles in the unit.
ALWAYS REMOVE ALL BOTTLES BEFORE MOVING THE WINE CELLAR

Using your Wine Cellar

Place your wine cellar on a flat surface that is strong enough to support it when fully loaded. Gently place/slide the racks in the wine cellar.
Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet and the unit will turn on automatically to the default setting. Place bottles inside the cellar.
Determine the best setting to use: refer to the temperature guide for appropriate serving temperatures.
The unit's cooling system operates efficiently with an ambient temperature of less than 70°F (21°C).

Proper Air Circulation

To assure that your wine cellar works at the maximum effi ciency it was designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation and electrical connections.
Allow 2" of space on both sides and rear of the wine cellar to allow proper ventilation.
To ensure proper internal air circulation, do not overfi ll your wine cellar.
This wine cellar is designed to be freestanding only, and should not be recessed or built in (fully recessed).
NOTE: Allow enough space in the front of the unit to open the door 120°.

Electrical Requirements

Do not plug unit into the same outlet as a refrigerator or microwave.
Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (120 volts, 15 amps) with proper grounding to power the wine cellar.
Avoid the use of three-prong plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong in order to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the wine cellar and may result in a shock hazard.

Leveling your Wine Cellar

Your wine cellar has 4 leveling legs. After properly placing your wine cellar in its fi nal position, you can level your wine cellar.
(Please note that the leg that stands on the hinge is the shorter leg.)
Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise the wine cellar or by turning them counterclockwise to lower the cellar.

Installation Limitations

Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit.
Do not locate the unit in a moist place or display in direct sunlight.
Do not place the unit next to a major appliance that emits large amounts of heat, such as a dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, oven or barbecue, etc.
Do not install your wine cellar in any location not properly insulated or heated (garage, etc).
Select a suitable location for the wine cellar on a hard, even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source, e.g., radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances, etc. Any surface unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the front and rear bottom corners of the wine cellar. Avoid placing unit where there may be electrical interference.
NOTE: To minimize the risk of rusting, leakage and insulation damage, avoid placing the unit in a place where heavy moisture is present. Under no circumstances spill or directly apply water onto or into the unit.

Installing the Water Tray

The purpose of the water tray is to receive the condensation drained from the interior. The collected water will evaporate so there is no need to remove the water manually.
To install the water tray, simply slide it in from the rear of the cellar along the track, which is located beneath the cabinet body.

WINE CELLAR FEATURES AND USE

Temperature Adjustments/Control

In order to operate effi ciently, thermoelectric products should be in an environment with an ambient temperature of less than 70°F (21°C).
When initially turned on, the LED will show the default setting at 55˚F. Your wine cellar has an electronic temperature control on the front of the unit. You can set the temperature of your wine cellar at any setting from 39˚ to 68˚F. The LED will then display the set temperature.

NOTE: White wine temperature is kept at a lower temperature than red wine.
By pressing the (+) temperature button on the display you can increase the temperature; pressing the (-) temperature button will lower the temperature.
Please note that the actual cabinet temperature in a thermal electric unit is dependent on the ambient temperature. You may set the cabinet temperature within range but the unit may not reach that temperature.
For this model, when the ambient temperature is 77˚F, the lowest temperature that can be reached is 50-52˚F. When ambient temperature is 66˚, the cabinet temperature can reach approximately 39-41˚F.

INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL

Your wine cellar also has a light for your viewing pleasure. The interior display light option allows you to showcase your personal collection of wines. To activate this feature, press the Light button. This button is located on the control panel (see below). The interior light will remain on permanently until light button is pressed again. Under normal operation it is best for the light to remain off.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

To avoid electric shock always unplug your wine cellar before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury.

Before using cleaning products, always read and follow manufacturer's instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

General Cleaning

Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm water. Use sponge or soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to wipe down your wine cellar. Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergents, solvents or metal scouring pads. SOME of these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or discolor your wine cellar.

Power Interruptions

Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other causes. Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power outage occurs. When power has been restored, replug power cord to AC outlet.

Vacation and Moving Care

For long vacations or absences, unplug the unit, empty contents from wine cellar, and clean the wine cellar and door gaskets according to General Cleaning section. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside. When moving always keep the wine cellar upright. Do not move the unit lying on its side.

WINE TIPS AND HINTS

When choosing wine, take advantage of the knowledge of the personnel in the wine store as well as reviews of wines from wine publications. The price of a wine is not necessarily indicative of relative quality. Very good wines can be purchased at comfortable-for-the-wallet prices. When you fi nd a comfortably priced wine, purchase in quantity to have on hand as your "house wine." Keep it chilled in your Cuisinart^™ Private Reserve^® Wine Cellar and be ready for any occasion.
Pairing wine with food has really become a matter of personal taste – the rules are no longer hard and fast that white wine is paired only with fi sh or light meats and red wine is paired only with red meats. A Pinot Noir can complement a grilled fi sh just as well as it complements a grilled fi llet of beef.
What needs to be kept in mind is the personality of the wine itself, the preparation of the foods, and the tastes of those who will be enjoying them. You may want to open a bottle each of red and white and allow your guests to choose.
The wine should please the diner, and never overpower or fi ght with the food with which it is served. Likewise, the food should not overpower or fi ght with the wine.
Wine is a part of healthy living – the USDA's guidelines are based upon the "Mediterranean diet." They include wine in moderation – for women this is one glass per day and two glasses per day for men. A glass size is 4 ounces. The difference in gender amount is based upon body size.
As for cooking with wine – never cook with a wine that you would not drink!

WINE STORAGE TEMPERATURE CHART

WINE AND FOOD PAIRING

TROUBLESHOOTING

You can easily solve many common problems by trying the suggestions below.