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FRENCH DOOR WINE &
BEVERAGE CENTRE
MBWC56-FDSS | MBWC56-FDBLS
Congratulations on the purchase of your Marathon Premium
Wine & Beverage Cooler!
To activate your warranty, please register your appliance at www.stirlingmarathon.com or by completing
and mailing the enclosed Warranty Registration Card. We are confident you will have years of hasslefree enjoyment and ask that you please retain the Use & Care Guide for future reference and your
safety. Before installing please, read your Use & Care Guide carefully and pay special attention to the
Safety & Warning information outlined in the following pages
For immediate assistance: 1-844-309-9777
www.stirlingmarathon.com
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information ..........................................................................................................
Overview..........................................................................................................................................
Installation Location..........................................................................................................................
Installation Requirements ................................................................................................................
Switching the appliance ‘‘On’’..........................................................................................................
Control Description ..........................................................................................................................
Light & Removable Shelves.............................................................................................................
Charcoal Filtration System.................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................
Warranty............................................................................................................................................
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Important Safety Information
WARNING
• Do not move your Cabinet while loaded with wine. You might distort the body. The wine cellar should be installed in a
suitable place to avoid touching the compressor with hand.
• This appliance can not be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be performed by children without supervision.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a manufacturers authorized servicer or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase in the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent
mould developing and odour within the appliance.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
DANGER
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions:
• Read all instructions before using the Wine cooler.
• DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.
• Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or disposed of appliances are still dangerous even if
they will “just sit in the garage a few days”.
• Before you throw away your old Wine cooler/Beverage Cooler: Take off the door. Leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. The fumes can create
a fire hazard or explosion.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or built-in structure, clear of obstruction;
• To avoid a hazard due to the possible instability of the appliance, it must be levelled following the instructions.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit;
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not pinched or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Flammable and explosive items should never be put in or stored near the wine cooler.
-------------------SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS --------------------
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Overview
1. Top Hinge
2. Door Frame
3. Handle
4. Lower Hinge
5. Bottom Vent Grill
6. Cabinet Levelling Legs
7. Control Panel - Wine side
8. Control Panel Beverage Side
9. Beverage Top Shelf
10.Beverage Shelves
11.Deluxe Wine shelves
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Installation Location
Installing your Marathon Wine & beverage center
Before using your new wine & beverage cooler, we recommend leaving the door open and unplugged
for 24 hours before installation or use. This will allow time to clear any residual odours from the
manufacturing process.
Installation location
Choosing the right location for your Wine Cooler is important. We highly recommend the following location
criteria:
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The appliance must be positioned such that the plug and power outlet are accessible. Release the
power cord and move the appliance to its final location. The appliance should be installed in a suitable
place where the compressor will not be subject to physical contact, unencumbered and well ventilated
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Dry area, not too damp or humid – ideally at maximum 65% relative humidity for peak performance
and reduced sweating on the interior door when opening. If the temperature is above or below this
range, it may affect the performance of the wine and/or beverage cooler. Placing in cold, hot humid
temperature conditions may cause temperature fluctuations and increased running operation costs.
• Flat, level floor
• Approved electrical outlet (preferably with a surge protector) within 3 feet of the Wine Cooler.
• Minimum 1 meter from any microwave oven. Certain microwave ovens do not have a wave interference
shield. When placed too close to the wine or beverage cooler, the performance may be affected.
• Marathon Wine & beverage coolers are NOT CERTIFIED for outdoor use. Outdoor use will void
your warranty and possibly cause a safety hazard and result in fire or personal injury.
CAUTION! Your Marathon & beverage cooler is equipped with a three-prong power cord which
has a ground wire. The power cord should never be altered or used with an extension cord or
power bar. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in the risk of electric shock. Consult a
qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person to avoid electrical hazards.
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Cutout & Dimensions
In “Hot and Humid locations”, an air vent with a minimum ventilation size of 200mm x 40mm
MUST be cut out on each side OR 2 circular shapes with a diameter of 65mm at the top of either
side of the partitioning, allowing cool air to flow into the rear of the cabinet. This air vent must not
be opened on the same side as other appliances, such as ovens, or an area that is sealed and
without access to fresh cool air. Failing to comply with the above specifications could result
in WARRANTY BECOMING VOID.
Please ensure you have a minimum of 3/16” clearance on each side of the unit. This space will
allow fresh air to flow freely and remove and insert easily the wine cooler as needed. Warning!
DO NOT SEAL BY SILICON OR ANY OTHER MANNER THE SIDE OF THE UNIT OTHERWISE
THE GUARANTEE WILL BE VOID.
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Installation Requirements
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(recommended)
Ø Min. 2 ½ ’’
22 5/8’’ | 57.5cm
DOOR CLEARANCE
22 5/8’’ | 59 cm
23 7/16’’ | 59.5 cm
34 ¼’’’ | 87 cm
32 7/16’’ | 82.4 cm
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23 ¼’’ | 59 cm
1. Please follow the installation diagram when installing built-
min. 23 ⅞’’ | 60.5 cm
35
¼
’’ |
89.5
cm
in wine cellars. Use no less than the minimum installation
dimension or it will affect the venting of the unit.
2. The built-in wine coolers has a power switch located on the
control panel so access to electrical outlet is not needed to
power off your unit.
3. The wine cooler requires a standard 120 volt/15 amp
dedicated power supply.
4. The power cord is approx. 6 ft./2M in length and is fixed on
the right side at the back when looking from the front of the
cabinet.
23 ½’’ | 59.6 cm
34 ⅝’’ | 88 cm
11 9/16’’ | 29.4 cm
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First use
Switching The Appliance On
Before connecting the refrigerator to an electrical power supply, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours
to let the refrigerant settle in the compressor. This will reduce the possibly of malfunctions in the cooling
system due to transportation. Please wipe and clean the interior of the refrigerator thoroughly with a damp,
non-abrasive cloth.
Once positioned, plug the wine & beverage cooler into the power outlet and turn “ON” by pressing the “Power
Button” for 3 seconds.
When you use your Marathon wine & beverage cooler for the first time (or restart the appliance after having it
shut off for a long time) there will be a few degrees variance between the temperature you have selected and
the one indicated on the LED readout. This is normal and will adjust to the desired temperature once the
compressor and cooling
Note:
• If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If
you attempt to restart before this time delay, the wine cooler will not start.
• When you use the cooler for the first time or restart the wine chiller after having been shut off for a long
time, there could be a few degrees variance between the temperature you select and the one indicated on
the LED readout. This is normal and it is due to the length of the activation time. Once the wine cooler is
running for a few hours everything will be back to normal.
Frost Free Fan Cooled Operation
Your Wine cooler is engineered with a high efficiency compressor cooling system that uses a fan to cool
and regulate your desired temperature setting. This means you never have to worry about defrosting your
wine & beverage cooler and it will provide years of hassle-free enjoyment. Like all Frost Free compressor
appliances, you will hear the fan operating and the compressor cycling on and off while it defrosts itself.
The following sounds will most likely occur during normal operation:
• Gurgling sound - caused by the refrigerant flowing through the appliance’s coils.
• Crackling/popping sounds - resulting from the contraction and expansion of the refrigerant gas to
produce cold.
• Fan operating sound - to circulate the air within the wine cellar.
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LED Temperature Control
Temperature control range: Left zone 5-20ºC (41-68ºF), right zone 2-20ºC (36-68ºF)
Power switch : when plug in, press button for 3 seconds to turn on or off the unit.
Degree switch: Press button to change the temperature display between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Control description
Lock button : Press for 3 seconds to lock the control panel except light button, press this button
again once need to unlock the control panel.
''+'' button : The temperature will increase 1ºF or 1ºC
''-'' button: The temperature will decrease 1ºF or 1ºC
Light button: Press to turn on or off.
IMPORTANT: The LED temperature displays the actual internal air temperature of your Marathon Wine &
beverage cooler. The temperature settings are preset at the factory and in the event of a power interruption,
all previous temperature settings are automatically erased and it will revert to the factory preset temperature
settings.
Once you program your desired temperature setting, it is strongly recommended not to adjust
frequently. The thermostat is accurate and will maintain the temperature inside the wine cellar
+/- 2.5º C. Please note that the depending on the thickness of the wine bottle, and loading, the
actual temperature of the wine may differ from the wine and beverage cooler setting by +/- 1ºC.
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Light & Removable Shelves
Interior Light
• You can turn the interior light on or off by pushing the button marked
• Your unit is equipped with progressive lighting that will progress from off to bright when the door is
opened and darken from bright to OFF when the door is closed.
• The light will be on while the door is open, if you prefer to turn the light off simply press the light
button.
Adjusting the Removable Shelves
PULL-OUT ROLLER SHELVES
• To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have the door all the way opened when pulling
shelves out of the rail compartment.
• To remove the shelves out of the rail pull each shelf approximately 1/3 out. Use a long flat screwdriver
to press down the right plastic notch as shown in Figure A and at the same time lift the left plastic notch
as shown in Figure B. Then proceed to pull out the shelf slowly. Contact our service department if
assistance is needed.
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Charcoal filter
Charcoal Filtration System
Your wine is a living object that breathes through the cork of its bottle. In order to preserve the quality and
taste of your fine wines, they must be stored at the ideal temperature and ambient conditions. Your beverage
cooler is equipped with an active charcoal filtration system to ensure air purity, cooling efficiency, and to
maintain an odor free cabinet for the storage of your fine wines. The filter assembly is located at the rear
panel inside your cellar.
Keep in mind, that this filter must be changed every 12 months.
To purchase replacement filters, please contact us at 1-844-309-9777
or email us at customerservice@stirlingmarathon.com
How to Replace Your Filter:
1. Remove the bottles of wine stored on the two shelves in
front of the filter.
2. Remove the shelves and set aside to be replaced once
you have changed the filter
3. Hold the filter and turn it at 45 degrees in the counterclockwise direction and then pull it out.
4. Remove the existing filter and replace with a new one.
5. Put the new filter into the hole and then turn the filter at 45
degrees in clockwise direction.
Turn Left to remove filter.
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Troubleshooting
IMPORTANT! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, fan cycle etc..)
You can solve many common problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the
suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the service technician.
Problem Possible Causes
The appliance is not running. •The power cord is unplugged.
•The circuit breaker is tr ipped/fuse blown.
The door is fogging or sweating
The compressor turns on and off •The room temperatur e is warmer than normal
The appliance is not cold enough
Vibrating or rattling.
(slight vibration i s normal)
The LED lights do not operate
The wine cooler makes a lot of noise
The door does not close properly
Display flashes Error message “E1”
Display flashes Error message “E2”
•Fogging on interior glass is normal since when opening the interior is cooler than
the room temperature.
•If sweating on exterior glass, the ambient temperature and/or humidity is too
high. Please relocate to a better temperature-controlled environment (15°C-25°C and
maximun 70% humidity)
•A large quantity of bottles has been put int o the cellar.
•The door is left open or is frequently opened.
•The temperature control is not set correctly
•The door is not closed completely.
•The door gasket does not seal properly.
•The wine cellar does not have the correct clearances.
•The temperature control is not set correctly.
•The door is left open or is not set correctly.
•The door gasket does not seal properly.
•The wine cellar does not have the correct clearances.
•Levelling legs need adjusting.
•Refrigerator is placed on an uneven or weak surface.
•The appliance is not plugged in.
•The fus e has blown.
•The LED lights are broken
•The light swit ch is off.
• The appliance is not l evel.
• Check if the fan is in good condition.
•The appliances is not level.
•The door seal is di rty or damaged.
•The shelves are not positioned correctly.
•A part of the cont ents is preventing t he door from closi ng.
•Temperature sens or failure
Contact the Service Department – 1-844-309-9777
•Defrost sensor (Coil Sensor) failure
Contact the Service Department – 1-844-309-9777
For immediate assistance: 1-844-309-9777 or customerservice@stirlingmarathon.com
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2 Years Limited Warranty
When operated and maintained according to the instructions in the Use & Care Guide, MARATHON a registered trademark of
Stirling Marathon Limited agrees to repair or replace this product for 2 years from the date of original purchase and/or agrees
to pay for parts and service/labour required to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Any Service must be approved and
provided by an Authorized Stirling Marathon Service provider. YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF STIRLING MARA THON
LIMITED AS PROVIDED HEREIN. This limited warranty is valid only in Canada and the Continental United States with proof of
original purchase and confirmed warranty registration.
TERMS OF WARRANTY BY PRODUCT Capacity/Type Warranty Type
Refrigeration & Freezer Less than 6 cu.ft Carry-In
Refrigeration & Freezer Greater than 6 cu.ft. In-Home
Premium Wine Coolers Premium Built-in In-Home
How to Obtain Service
Carry-In: The original purchaser must deliver or ship the defective product to an authorized Stirling Marathon Service present
a copy of the original bill of sale or Warranty Registration Confirmation.
In-Home: Contact Authorized Service Center and provide a copy of the Original bill of sale or Warranty Registration Card. If
you are in a remote area or the closest Authorized Service Center is further than 100 km (60 miles), you will be required to
deliver the appliance to the closest Service Center at your expense.
Stirling Marathon is not responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other contents of this appliance, whether
due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.
Items Excluded from Items Excluded from WWarrantyarranty
• Damages due to shipping or improper installation.
• Damages due to misuse or abuse.
• Content losses due to failure of the unit.
• Commercial or Rental Use Limited to 90 days Parts & Labour.
• Plastic parts such as door bins, panels, door shelves, racks, light bulbs, etc.
• Punctures to the evaporator system due to improper defrosting of the unit.
• Service or Repair by unauthorized service technicians.
• Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instruction on the proper use of the product, door reversal or improper
installation.
• Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
• Delivery costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails.
• Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance is located in a remote area where service by an unauthorized service
technician is not available.
• The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is not installed correctly or is in a inaccessible location, as per the published installation
instructions.
• Liability under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement or refund. If a replacement unit is not available or the unit cannot be repaired, liability is
limited to the actual.
• Purchase price paid by the consumer.
• This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and does not extend to any subsequent owner(s) and is non-transferable.
• No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:
accident, alteration, abuse or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions (extremely high
or low room temperature).
• Use for commercial or industrial purposes (i.e. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence). Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility,
acts of God such as hurricanes, floods etc.
• Service calls resulting in customer education.
• lmproper installation (ie. Building-in of a free-standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for outdoor application).
For Service or Assistance please contact us at:
customerservice@stirlingmarathon.com or visit us at
www.stirlingmarathon.com.
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