GE Monogram Wine Vault Owner’s Manual
Monogram Wine Vault
Owner’s Manual
Monogram
®
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
A Quick Tour of Your Wine Vault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
The Cellar Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–11
Key Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Key Areas of the Cellar Management System . . . . . . . . . .10
Tips for Stocking Your Cellar the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
The Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–17
Lockable Entry Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Redwood Wine Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19–21
Interior Lighting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–31
Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33–35
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36–39
Common Wine Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 37
The Perfect Serve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 39
2
Acquaint Yourself With Your New Wine Vault
Read this manual carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new wine
vault properly and enjoy the many unique features that your wine vault offers.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need
more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer service numbers included in the back section
of this manual.
Save Time and Money
Before requesting service, please refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manual.
It lists solutions to common questions and problems that you can correct yourself.
You will find them on the access cover plate
on the inside wall of the wine vault, to the
bottom right of the door.
Model number ________________________
Serial number ________________________
Use these numbers in any correspondence
or service calls concerning your wine vault.
Write Down the Model and Serial Numbers
Well done!
Superb wines deserve superb care. You’ve wisely chosen the
Monogram®Wine Vault to protect and showcase your collection.
This spacious, self-contained storage unit is designed to help you
protect your precious wine collection as it matures. From consistent
temperatures to total inventory control, the Monogram Wine Vault
manages your collection as if it were your personal sommelier. The
Monogram Wine Vault’s elegant design cradles and showcases your
precious inventory and creates a focal point for the enjoyment of
your wine collection.
3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
■
■ Use this wine vault for its intended purpose as described in the Owner’s Manual.
■
■ This wine vault must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
■
■ Do not install the wine vault outdoors or expose it to outdoor conditions.
■
■ ATTENTION CONSUMER! This unit is designed for storing and cooling wine. Do not
store perishable foods in this unit.
■
■ This wine vault is not a storm shelter. Do not seek shelter in the wine vault during
inclement weather or during seismic activity.
■
■ Allow 4 feet clearance in front of the wine vault cooling unit to allow for proper air
circulation.
■
■ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the racks in the wine vault. They could
seriously injure themselves and damage the wine vault.
■
■ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
■
■ Keep fingers out of "pinch point" areas around the door. Be careful closing the door
when children are in the area.
■
■ A qualified individual must perform any service to the wine vault. The warranty may
be voided if a non-qualified individual services the wine vault.
■
■ Do not put anything near or in front of the door that could block the door to the wine
vault and possibly trap one inside.
■
■ If standing water is apparent, turn off the power at the main breaker before
approaching the wine vault.
■
■ Do not walk or store items on the roof of the wine vault. It is not designed to carry
additional weight.
■
■ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, turn the motion sensor to off. See the Interior
Lighting System section.
CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. (A burned-out light bulb may break when
being replaced.)
CAUTION: The scanner contains a Class II laser. Avoid long term viewing of
direct laser light. Looking directly into laser for extended periods of time may cause
eye damage.
WARNING!
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
4
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the
power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a twist-lock
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a specialized 3-prong
(grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong twist-lock wall outlet .
Do not use a GFI (Ground Fault Interruptor) for the wine vault outlet.
This unit must be plugged into a dedicated 30-Amp, 120 VAC circuit.
DO NOT USE A PLUG DESIGNED FOR A 15-AMP or 20-AMP CIRCUIT.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE COOLING UNIT TO
A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT BLOCK ACCESS TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET.
Never unplug an appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, turn
counterclockwise to unlock, and then pull straight out from the outlet.
Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or
at either end.
WARNING!
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
A QUICK TOUR OF YOUR WINE VAULT
The illustrations below highlight many of the most important components of
your Monogram Wine Vault. Please take time to familiarize yourself with these
components; they will be referenced throughout this manual.
Cooling unit
Cellar
Management
System
Stainless steel
exterior panels
Lockable
access door
6
Blanc de noir means white wine made from red grapes, such as a sparkling wine
made from Pinot Noir.
Exterior Features
Door
stop
Door
stop
Hydraulic
hinge
Digital Temperature Display – Displays the current air
temperature within the wine vault.
Lighting Control – Switches the wine vault ceiling lighting on
and off. Switches the interior rope display lighting on or off
(in the ZWVT1000SR model only).
OR
Internal Outlet Control – This switch controls the internal outlet
that is located to the side of the door jamb.
Appearance
may vary.
Redwood storage racks hold a
variety of bottle sizes and cases
Storage shelves
for cases
Drawer for storage
of corkscrews and
other utensils
Taster’s alcove
7
Rope lighting
system shows
off your wine
collection
Interior Features – Tasting Racking System (model ZWVT1000SR)
Interior Features – Storage Racking System
(model ZWVS1000SR)
Redwood
storage racks
Inlaid cork countertop
Angled bottle
display racks
Storage for
magnum bottles
Storage for
magnum bottles
Double-deep
storage bins
Case
storage
Diamond bins
8
THE CELLAR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The GE Monogram®Cellar Management System is like your own personal wine expert,
always available to help you keep your wine collection in peak form and choose the
perfect wine for your enjoyment.
The system comes preprogrammed with information about thousands of wines.
It allows you to track individual bottles by country, appellation, producer, varietal,
designation, vintage, price and maturity. You can easily enter information about wines
that have not been preprogrammed into the system, such as local favorites. And, the
Cellar Management System will track wines that have reached maturity and are ready
to be enjoyed. The following section provides you with a brief overview of the many
functions of the Cellar Management System. For detailed information and instructions,
refer to the Cellar Management System Setup and Operation Guide.
Grapes were first planted in California in 1769 at Mission San Diego.
9
Key Parts and Controls
1
2
3
6 5
4
Appearance may vary.
1 Color Touch Screen Console – Shows Cellar Management System data on
an easy-to-read color screen. Touch screen function simplifies interaction
with the system.
2 Thermal Label Printer – Thermal printer prints barcoded inventory labels with
important information for each bottle to allow easy tracking.
3 Scanner – Scan bottles as they are removed to take them out of inventory.
4 Power Cord – Connects to the wine vault power system. In addition this power cord
plug functions as the ON/OFF or reboot for the Cellar Management System.
5 Ethernet Network Port – Connects to your home computer network.
6 External USB Port – Used for backup purposes.
7 Cellar Management System Certified Service Technician Lock – Do not attempt to
open this lock or service this computer; it will void the warranty. Call 1.877.234.WINE
(877.234.9463) for service.
7
Note: The touch screen features a screen saver mode to conserve power and
maximize system life. The touch screen screen saver activates after six minutes
of no activity. When the screen saver is on, the scanner will be deactivated.
To activate the touch screen and scanner, touch the touch screen; they will
activate within 5 seconds.
10
In vino veritas [In wine is truth]. — Proverb
THE CELLAR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Be sure to familiarize yourself with key areas of your Cellar
Management System.
Taking time to review the key functions and components of the Cellar Management
System before you begin will help you make use of many time-saving functions.
Add Bottles
■
■ The Bottle Lookup in the Add Bottles area is the easiest way to add a bottle. Enter any
information from the wine label to see all possible matches from a list of 20,000 wines.
Your selection is entered into the Add Bottles fields for you.
■
■ The Recent Bottles list displays the last 30 bottles entered into your system. Select a
bottle from the list to copy the information to the Add Bottles fields.
■
■ Enter the country and appellation first and your system will narrow your choices on
the Add Bottles screen.
Find Bottles
■
■ The Bottle Lookup tool in Find Bottles is the quickest way to locate a bottle. Enter any
information from the wine label to see all of the possible matches in your inventory.
* Also, search by keyword or wine details to find bottles in your cellar with ease.
Remove Bottles
■
■ Remove bottles from your cellar in seconds by using the bottle scanner.
11
Tips for Stocking Your Cellar the First Time
After becoming familiar with your cellar system, you’ll want to focus on stocking your
cellar as efficiently as possible. Here are some tips to help you save time as you input
bottle information into your system and place bottles into your cellar.
Plan Ahead Before Stocking or Inventorying Your Cellar
■
■ Organize like bottles before adding them to your cellar. Enter the bottle information
once, and indicate the number of bottles on the Add Bottles screen.
■
■ Arrange your work area to make bottles, bottle tags and empty boxes easily
accessible. Eliminate multiple trips to the cellar by placing tagged bottles in a box
for transfer.
Manage My Cellar
My Preferences
■
■ Change the style of your printed bottle label or software preferences by going to the
Manage My Cellar area of your software.
Back Up Your Wine Data
■
■ Back up your wine data each week in the Manage My Cellar area of your software.
By backing up this information, you ensure that you always have an additional,
current copy of your wine data.
Reminder: If you have high-speed Internet access at your cellar and register
your wine vault at www.monogram.com.wine, GE will also save a copy of your
wine data weekly to the GE central server.
My Cellar View
■
■ View color-coded cellar diagrams indicating bottles by color and maturity.
My Profile
■
■ View your profile information, including confirmation of online access.
Reboot Instructions
If the touch screen does not respond within five to ten
seconds, the system may need to be rebooted.
To reboot:
1. Unplug the power cord from the socket located
at the bottom of the touch screen.
2. Wait 15 seconds; then insert the power cord
back into the socket to restart the program.
Location of power cord socket
THE COOLING SYSTEM
The cooling unit system is designed to maintain the set temperature under average
ambient conditions. Most wines will be stored in conditions of 50% to 70% humidity.
The unit will not remove excess humidity from the wine vault. In a humid climate, you
may need to find a means to remove humidity, such as a dehumidifier. In a dry climate,
you may need to find a means to add humidity, such as a fountain. The cooling system
gently cools the wine rather than quick chilling. Allow 48–120 hours for temperatures to
stabilize. This time may vary depending on starting temperature and quantity of wine
bottles added initially.
The unit can be set at any temperature within the acceptable wine-aging range of
50°F to 70°F ambient temperature. It is designed to cool 30°F cooler than the ambient
temperature of the exterior room, which should stay within the range of 45°F to 85°F.
Temperature Setting
12
The 17th-century Benedictine monk, Dom Perignon, is credited with discovering cork as a
means to seal wine and champagne bottle.
All units are equipped with a drain port for
additional removal of excess condensation in
high humidity areas. A drain line may need to
be attached to allow the condensation to drain.
A means to catch the condensation will need to
be placed below the drain line.
A drain line may be ordered by calling the
Monogram Wine Vault Line, 877.234.WINE
(877.234.9463). Order part # WR02X12181.
Drain line port
Drain Line Connection
Loading...