Haier WS30GA 50cm Freestanding Wine Cellar User Manual
- June 14, 2024
- Haier
Table of Contents
Haier WS30GA 50cm Freestanding Wine Cellar
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:
- Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.
- This wine cellar must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. Refer to the earthing / grounding instructions in the installation section of this manual. See grounding instr-uctions in the installation section.
- It is intended strictly for household use. If using it for industrial or commercial purpose, be sure to observe the relevant regulations and national laws.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (in- cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given super-vision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person resp- onsible for their safety. Child should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
- If the light is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.
- Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old wine cellar, take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Installing Your Wine Cellar
Unpacking Your Wine Cellar
- Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the wine cellar accessories inside and outside.
- Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on the wine cellar.
Leveling Your Wine Cellar
- Your wine cellar has leveling feet which are located in the front and rear corners of your wine cellar. After properly placing your wine cellar in its final position, you can level your wine cellar.
- The leveling feet can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your wine cellar or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your wine cellar. The wine cellar door will close easier when the leveling feet are extended.
Proper Air Circulation
- To assure your wine cellar works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.
- The following are recommended clearances around the wine cellar:
- Sides …………………….. 2″ (50mm)
- Top ……………………….. 2″ (50mm)
- Back ……………………… 2″ (50mm)
- Do not over fill your wine cellar for proper wine cooling.
Note: If your wine cellar has been tilted for any reason, wait 24 hours before plugging it in.
Electrical Requirement
- Make sure there is a suitable power Outlet (220-240V, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the wine cellar.
- Avoid the use of plug adapters or cutting off the third earth or grounding pin in order to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective earth or grou- nding the wine cellar and may result in shock hazard.
Install Limitations
- Do not install your wine cellar in any location not properly insulated or heated e.g. garage etc. Your wine cellar was not designed to operate in ambient temperature below 16°C.
- Select a suitable location for the wine cellar on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e.g. radiators, under floor heaters, cooking appliances etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling feet located on the front and rear bottom corners of the wine cellar.
- Your wine cellar is designed for free-standing installation only. It is not designed for built-in application.
Use of Extension Cord
- Avoid the use of an extension leads, cables or cords because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions. If it is nec-essary to use an extension cord, use only an extension cord that has a plug and an outlet with grounding function. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
Wine Cellar Features And Use
Initial Setup
Once you have plugged the unit into an electrical outlet, let the unit run for at least 30 minutes to acclimatize itself before making any adjustments.
Temperature Adjustments:
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The temperature of wine cellar is preset to 12 °C (54 °F) from the factory.
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The wine cellar can be set to any temperature between 5 °C (41 °F) and 20 °C (68 °F) in either the compartments to accommodate your wine storage requirements. To set the temperature hold the “ ” button for about 3 seconds. You will notice the temperature display blink. Press the “ ” or “—” button to increase or decrease the temperature setting. Once the desired temperature is attained, press the “ ” button or stop operation about 5 seconds, panel will memorize the setting. The temperature display will revert back to display the inside temperature. It may take some time to reach the set temperature.
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Press the “ ” button about 3 seconds to transform “°C” and “°F” (the temperature display model) each other.
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The wine cellar is preset from the factory to automatically to accommodate temperature requirements for red or white wines.
The wine cellar can be set to any temperature between 6 °C and 18 °C in either of the compartments to accommodate your wine storage requirements. To set the temperature hold the “Set” button for about 3 seconds. You will notice the temperature display blink for the upper compartment. Press the up or down arrow button to increase or decrease the temperature setting. Once the desired temperature is attained, press the “Set” button. Doing this, the electronic control panel will memorize the setting. The temperature display will revert back to display the inside temperature. It may take some time to reach the set temperature. -
Once the temperature is set for the upper compartment, you will notice the temperature display blink for the lower compartment. Again press the up or down arrow button to increase or decrease the temperature. Once the desired temperature is attained, press the “Set” button. Doing this, the electronic control panel will memorize the setting. The temperature display will revert back to display the inside temperature. It may take some time to reach the set temperature.
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The wine cellar is preset from the factory to automatically accommodate temperature requirements for red or white wines. If you store mostly white wines, press the ” ” button and the wine cellar will maintain an average temperature between 7° to 10 °C. Pushing the “Red Wine” button will yield an average temperature between 13 °C to 16 °C.
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The wine cellar can be set to any temperature you desire to accommodate your wine storage requirements. To set the temperature, press both the “White Wine” and “Red Wine” buttons simultaneously and hold for approximately 3 seconds. Now you are in temperature set mode. Decrease the temperature by pushing the “White Wine” button and increase the temperature by pressing the “Red Wine” button. Pressing the appropriate button 3 times will adjust the temperature 3 degrees, press 4 times equals 4 degrees, 5 times equals 5 degrees, and so on. Once you have selected the temperature you desire, push the “Light/Set” button. Now the wine cellar is programmed and the LED readout will return to current internal temperature reading.
Note: You can add water to the tray to increase the humidity inside the wine cellar. Some degree of humidity is required in order to keep wines with corks from drying out. Even when wine bottles are stored on their sides, one end of the cork is still exposed to air. If the cork begins to dry out, it can allow oxygen to enter the bottle, filling the u-llage space and possibly causing the wine to spoil or oxidize. Exces-sive humidity can also pose the risk of damaging wine labels, which may hinder identification or hurt potential resale value.
Shelving
- The shelves are designed for appearance and easy cleaning. Larger bottles or Magnums can be more easily accommodated at the cross shelves at the bottom of the cellar.
- There are some shelves for easy storage and removal of your wine.
Interior Light
- To complement the look of your wine collection, a light has been built into the wine cellar. Simply push the “ ” or “ ” button and the light comes on, push again for off. For maximum energy efficiency, leave light off when not viewing your collection.
- When door is open the light will go on. Upon closing the door, the light will go off.
Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear
- Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.
- The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off.
Care and Cleaning
Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your wine cellar before
cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury.
Caution: Before using cleaning products, always read and follow
manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product
damage.
General:
- 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.
Door Gaskets:
- Clean door gaskets every three months according to general instructions. Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal.
- Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good seal.
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 wine cellar and clean the wine cellar and door gaskets according to “General cleaning” section. Leave doors open, so air can circulate inside.
- When moving always move the wine cellar vertically. Do not move with the unit lying down, as possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
Note: After moving, wait for 24 hours before plugging in the wine cellar.
TroubleShooting
Wine Cellar Does Not Operate:
- Check if wine cellar is plugged in.
- Check if there is power in the AC outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.
Wine appears too warm:
- Frequent door openings.
- Allow time for recently added wine to reach desired temperature.
- Check gaskets for proper seal.
- Clean condenser coils.
- Adjust temperature control to colder setting.
Wine temperature is too cold:
- If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting.
Wine cellar runs too frequently:
- This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during high temperature and humid days.
- Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time.
- Clean condenser coils.
- Check gasket for proper seal.
- Check to see if doors are completely closed.
Moisture build up on interior or exterior of the wine cellar:
- This is normal during high humidity periods.
- Prolonged or frequent door openings.
- Check door gaskets for proper seal.
Wine cellar door does not shut properly:
- Level the wine cellar.
- Check for blockages e.g. wine bottles, shelves.
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact you local government forinformation regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being. When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is legally obligated to take back your old appliance for disposals at least free of charge.
After Sales Service and Support
In event of trouble refer to the warranty card for after sales service and
support information or go to www.haier.com and go to
the Service and Support tab and either e-mail or telephone the Service Centre.
FAQs
What is the Haier WS30GA 50cm Freestanding Wine Cellar?
The Haier WS30GA is a 50cm freestanding wine cellar designed to store and properly preserve your wine collection, offering controlled temperature and humidity conditions.
How many bottles of wine can the WS30GA wine cellar hold?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar is typically designed to hold approximately 30 bottles of wine, but the actual capacity may vary depending on the bottle sizes and arrangement.
What temperature range does the WS30GA wine cellar offer?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar provides a temperature range suitable for wine storage, typically between 5°C to 20°C (41°F to 68°F), allowing you to store different types of wine at their ideal temperatures.
Is the WS30GA wine cellar suitable for long-term wine storage?
Yes, the Haier WS30GA wine cellar is designed for both short-term and long- term wine storage, offering the necessary conditions to age and preserve your wine collection.
Does the WS30GA wine cellar have adjustable shelving?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar may come with adjustable shelving, allowing you to customize the interior to accommodate different bottle sizes and arrangements.
Is the WS30GA wine cellar suitable for red and white wines?
Yes, the Haier WS30GA wine cellar is suitable for storing both red and white wines since it offers a temperature range that can cater to the needs of various wine types.
Does the wine cellar have a built-in temperature display?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar typically comes with a built-in temperature display, allowing you to monitor and adjust the temperature settings easily.
Is the WS30GA wine cellar energy-efficient?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar is designed with energy-efficient features, helping to minimize energy consumption and reduce operating costs.
Is there a lock feature on the wine cellar?
Some models of the Haier WS30GA wine cellar may include a lock feature, providing added security for your wine collection.
Can the WS30GA wine cellar be used in built-in applications?
The Haier WS30GA wine cellar is primarily designed as a freestanding unit, but it can also be used as a built-in wine cellar with proper ventilation and installation considerations.
What is the warranty for the WS30GA wine cellar?
The Haier WS30GA 50cm Freestanding Wine Cellar typically comes with a warranty of 2 years from the date of purchase.
Is technical support available for the WS30GA wine cellar?
Many manufacturers and sellers offer technical support for the Haier WS30GA wine cellar, including assistance with setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
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