Vintage Cellars Transtherm Bastide Glass Door Wine Cellar Black - Manual (Page 15)

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Frequently asked questions
I have noticed differences in temperature between the
upper and lower section of my cabinet.
- Refer to the setting instructions.
- Check that none of the bottles is touching the back of the appliance.
Please note, however, that only the temperature of the air varies.
Liquids have a high degree of thermal inertia which prevents the wine
from changing temperature.
As in a natural cellar, a deviation in temperature of about 2 to 3°C is
considered normal owing to convection phenomena. The important
factor for wine is that at any given moment, the temperature is
constant.
I have noticed frost on the back of my cabinet.
In a Transtherm wine cabinet, frost may appear in the upper section of
the back wall. It is coldest when the compressor starts up. This is there-
fore the time when the frost will be most noticeable – this is comple-
tely normal.
When the compressor stops the frost turns into water droplets.
If frost accumulates to the point of producing ice (because the bottles
are touching the back wall) unplug the machine, wait for it to defrost
then arrange the bottles correctly and plug it back in.
If, in spite of these precautions, ice (and not frost) develops again, it is
essential that you contact your retailer’s after-sales service.
What are the risks for my wine in case of extended power
outage?
The Transtherm cabinet’s insulation protects against extreme changes
in temperature; thermal inertia linked to the volume of bottles consi-
derably slows down changes in temperature. Should a power outage
occur, the temperature will be restored very slowly in order to protect
the wine from thermal shock. It is recommended that you avoid
opening the cabinet during this time. Wine kept at an ambient tempe-
rature for a short period will not deteriorate.