FWC151 / FWC301 / FWC601 /
FWC621 Wine Coolers
Manual for Installation, Use and Maintenance
Customer Care Department • The
Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
Before first use
You must allow the appliance to settle for at least twenty four hours prior to switching the power on.
It is recommended that you remove all internal and external packaging and clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use,
using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and then thoroughly dry the interior.
The appliance may have an odour to it at first use. This will disappear as the appliance cools.
Please note:
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The appliance will work continuously until it gets to the correct temperature.
If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes before switching it on again to prevent the risk of
unnecessary damage to the compressor.
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The LED display may not show the selected temperature whilst the appliance first gets to the correct temperature. This is
normal, and the display will be corrected automatically once the appliance has run for a few hours.
Use
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Only store wine in sealed containers
Do not overload the cabinet
Only open the door when necessary
Do not cover the shelves with aluminium foil or anything else that will prevent air from circulating around the cabinet.
To prevent damage to the door seal, ensure the door is fully open before removing the shelves.
This is a self-defrosting appliance. The compressor will not run during the thirty minute defrost cycle.
Do not pull the shelves beyond the anti-stop position (approximately one third out) when fully loaded.
This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.
In the event of a power failure, leave the door closed as much as possible to maintain the internal working
temperature. Should the power failure continue for a prolonged period, you should take steps to protect the contents
of the wine cooler against a rise in temperature.
This appliance is suitable for use in an extended temperature climate (N for FWC151, N/ST for FWC301/FWC601/
FWC621) and has a normal operating ambient temperature of 16-38C. Use of the appliance below 10C may cause
performance issues that are not indicative of a fault. Normal operation will resume once the appliance is within the
specified range.
FWC151, FWC301 & FWC621 will not be able to reach the required temperature if the ambient temperature is lower than
that required.
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Use and Controls
FWC151
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Key:
1 – Power button
2 – Light button
3 – Up button
4 – Down button
fig. 1
FWC301
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Key:
1 – Power button
2 – Light button
3 – Up button
4 – Down button
fig. 2
To switch the power on/off
Press and hold the power button for five seconds.
To change the temperature
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Press the up or down buttons until the required temperature is shown on the display.
The preset temperature is 12C / 54 F.
To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, or Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the light button
for five seconds.
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To view the set temperature, touch the up or down button at any time and the set temperature will flash in the LED
display for five seconds.
Optimal temperature selection
Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13 and 15 C, your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature. For
red wine this is between 15 and 17 C, and for white wine between 12 and 13 C.
To use the internal light
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Press the light button to switch the light on or off.
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Use and Controls
FWC601
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Key:
1 – Light button
2 – Temperature set button
3 – Up button
4 – Down button
fig. 3
To switch the power on/off
Press and hold the light and temperature set buttons simultaneously for five seconds.
To change the temperature
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Press the temperature set button once to select the upper zone.
The LED display for the upper zone will flash.
Press the up or down buttons until the required temperature is shown on the display.
Press the temperature set button again to select the lower zone.
The LED display for the lower zone will flash.
The preset temperature for the upper zone is 10C / 50 F and for the lower zone is 16C / 60 F.
To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, or Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the button
for five seconds.
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To view the set temperature in either zone, touch the up or down button at any time and the set temperature will flash
in the LED display for five seconds.
Optimal temperature selection
Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13 and 15 C, your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature, for
red wine this is between 15 and 17 C, and for white wine between 12 and 13 C.
To use the internal light
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Press the light button to switch the light on or off.
Please note:
The temperature in the lower zone must be set either the same or higher than the temperature in the upper zone. For
optimal performance, the temperatures in the two zones should differ by at least 4 C
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Use and Controls
FWC621
Left zone
Right zone
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Key:
1 – Power on/off
2 – Light button
6 – °F/°C selection button
7 – Light button
3 – Temperature display
4 – Up button
8 – Temperature display
9 – Up button
5 – Down button
10 – Down button
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To switch the power on/off
Press and hold the power button for five seconds.
To change the temperature
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Press the up or down buttons for the zone until the required temperature is shown on the display.
The preset temperature is 12C / 54 F.
To view the set temperature, touch the up or down button at any time and the set temperature will flash in the LED
display for five seconds.
Temperature display
To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, or Celsius to Fahrenheit, touch the Fº/Cº selection button.
Optimal temperature selection
Whilst wine is best stored at temperatures between 13 and 15 C, your wine can also be stored at drinking temperature. For red
wine this is between 15 and 17 C, and for white wine between 12 and 13 C.
To use the internal light
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Press the light button to switch the light on or off.
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Use
Humidity Control (all models except FWC151)
The wine coolers are equipped with a humidity control
system to maintain optimal humidity within the wine cooler.
Fill the humidity reservoir approximately 3/4 full with water.
Place the reservoir on the runners on the top shelf as shown
in fig. 5. Ensure it is located correctly to prevent water
spillage.
fig. 5
Check the water level regularly and refill if required.
Temperature display
The temperature display will show the current internal temperature.
The display flashes:
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When a different temperature is being set
If the internal temperature is +/- 5 away from the set temperature. This serves as a warning to prevent
damage to the contents of the appliance should the temperature be too high.
Dynamic Cooling and Silent modes
The appliance has two different running modes.
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Silent mode
Once the required temperature is reached, the appliance will run without the fan.
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Dynamic cooling mode
The fan cycles on and off to circulate the air even after the required temperature is reached. This ensures consistent humidity
and temperature distribution in the wine cooler, creating perfect conditions for long term storage. Dynamic cooling is the
factory preset mode.
To change to silent mode, touch and hold the up key for approximately five seconds. The wine cooler will beep three times to
confirm silent mode is on.
To change to dynamic cooling mode, touch and hold the down key for approximately five seconds. The wine cooler will beep
five times to confirm dynamic cooling is on.
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Care and Cleaning
Always disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical supply before any cleaning or maintenance.
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Do not use abrasive products or detergents. After washing, rinse and dry thoroughly.
The exterior of the appliance and the door seal should be cleaned using mild soapy water and dried thoroughly.
The interior cabinet should be cleaned using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
Clean the shelves separately by hand using soap and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
Ensure that the cloth is only moist when cleaning the control panel and electrical parts, and that all water is thoroughly
dried off before reconnecting the power.
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Once cleaning is complete, reconnect the mains electrical supply.
If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time, unplug and clean the appliance thoroughly. The door
should be left slightly ajar to prevent the formation of odours or condensation.
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Troubleshooting
If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting guide prior to calling
CDA Customer Care to prevent unnecessary service calls and potential cost.
If the appliance is not working, check
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There is power to the appliance
The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
The plug socket is functioning correctly. To check this, plug another electrical appliance in to see if the socket is
working.
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The ambient temperature is between 16º to 38ºC.
The appliance is working, but not very well, check
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The appliance is not overloaded.
The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.
The door is closing properly.
The door gasket is sealing properly
There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls.
The ambient temperature is between 16º to 38ºC.
The appliance is noisy, check
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The appliance is level and stable.
The cooling gas will make some noise, even when the compressor is not running.
During operation, it is normal for the fan to run, even when the compressor is not running.
The light does not work, check
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There is power to the appliance
The house fuses or circuit breakers are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
The light button is not set to off
Please note:
The LED lighting cannot be replaced without a service call. If the light fails, contact CDA Customer Care.
The door will not close properly, check
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The appliance is level and stable.
If the door has been removed, it may not have been correctly refitted
The door seal is dirty
The shelves are not positioned correctly
The display show “EL” or “EH”
The temperature sensor has failed
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Installing the wine cooler
This appliance is intended to be installed in a space
between two units.
The minimum space required is:
FWC151 – 150 mm wide x 555 mm deep x 825 mm high
FWC301 – 300 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high
FWC601 – 600 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high
FWC621 – 600 mm wide x 580 mm deep x 825 mm high
Please note: When the product is installed, there should
be a small ventilation gap between the top of the unit and
the underside of the worktop (6 mm or ¼”)
These products should not be installed:
1. In direct sunlight
2. Adjacent to a heat source (oven or radiator)
3. Below a hob unit
fig. 6
4. Where a continuous plinth is to be used, it is necessary
cut a section out so that the ventilation slots at the
front of the appliance are not obstructed in any
way fig 6.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the instructions regarding
installation and ventilation may invalidate the warranty
supplied with your appliance.
To install the handle
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws, and do not
use power tools to install the handle.
1. Carefully remove the door seal approximately 10 cm
down from the top of the wine cooler door.
2. Insert the screw from the inside of the door frame and
screw it in to the handle.
3. Replace the door seal.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 approximately 10 cm up from the bottom of
the door for the lower handle fixing
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Installation
This appliance is designed to fit under worktops between 820 – 890mm in height, using one of two plinth plates to ensure
that the feet are concealed from view.
Installation under a kitchen worktop between 820-850 mm in height
Install the wine cooler as described on page 9. Extend the adjustable feet to bring the wine cooler up to the required height.
Then extend the plinth section up to a maximum of 101mm, and tighten the two screws on the front of the plinth section.
Installation under a kitchen worktop between 850-888 mm in height
Remove the two screws on the front of the plinth section and then remove the plinth section and replace with the alternative
plinth section supplied. Remove the two front adjustable feet and replace with the alternative feet supplied.
Install the wine cooler as described on page 9. Extend the adjustable feet to bring the wine cooler up to the required height.
Then extend the plinth section up to a maximum of 141mm, and tighten the two screws on the front of the plinth section.
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Reversing the door
It is possible to reverse the door on this appliance, if required.
To do so, follow the steps below:
1. Open the door and remove the screws (1) securing the
bottom hinge to the appliance(6). Support the door to
prevent it from falling.
2. Gently pull down the door (5) to remove it from the
top hinge and place on a padded surface to avoid the
risk of damage.
fig. 7
3. Separate the hinge pin (3) from the lower hinge (2) and
refit on the alternative lower hinge with the pin at the
left side.
4. Remove the upper hinge (4).
5. Pop out the cover caps on the left side and use them to
cover the screw holes on the right hand side.
fig. 8
6. Fit the alternative top hinge (7), included in the fittings,
on the left hand side.
7. Rotate the door 180º and relocate it on the top hinge.
8. Introduce the alternative lowerhinge into the door
and secure it to the appliance body using the screws
removed in step 1.
fig. 9
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Keep the spare hinge plate(s) to be able to reverse the door back
again.
1- Screws
2- Lower hinge
3- Hinge pin
4- Right upper hinge
5- Door
6- Cabinet
fig. 10
7- Left upper hinge
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Electrical information
Warning! This appliance must be earthed.
The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow
the steps below:
1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.
Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in position.
How to connect an alternative plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of safely to avoid possible shock
hazard. A suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating to BS 1363 should be used.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:-
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The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with letter (E) or
by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (N), or
coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (L) or
coloured RED.
If in doubt regarding the electrical connection of this appliance, consult a qualified electrician. Do not shorten the
supply cable, the appliance may require removing for servicing.
N.B. Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible place.
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To contact our Customer Care Department, or for Service,
please contact us on the details below.
Customer Care Department • The
Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
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