Taking an average of these two values, we obtain an
average humidity of 55%. It is essential to calculate an
average value over several cycles and not from a single
reading.
To increase the humidity in the cellar, there are two
alternatives:
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Place a jar of water in the upper part of the cellar
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Raise the temperature slightly inside the cellar
The temperature in the cellar is not
consistent
The actual temperature to take into account is the
temperature in the bottle. The temporary variations
which you observe correspond to the compressor's
operating cycles.
It is through this principle of a series of small variations
in the air inside your wine cellar that a suitable average
temperature is obtained, ensuring the best conditions
for maturing your wine.
If the temperature noted in your wine cellar is different
from that usually seen and it does not change
continuously (over several hours and except when
located in a non-heated room with a temperature of
between 10 and 12°C), please contact your retailer’s
after-sales service.
The cellar’s compressor runs continuously
If no cold is being produced, call your retailer’s after-
sales service.
Vibration
Check to ensure that the cellar is indeed level and that
all the feet are resting on the ground.
The cellar makes a lot of noise
The compressor is noisy: check that it is fixed to the
rubber shock absorbers (silent blocks) and whether it is
in contact with another element.
Small rattling sounds are heard: they result from the
circulation of gas in the pipes and are part of the normal
operation of your wine cellar.
There are unpleasant smells in the cellar
Clean the cellar and ventilate it for several days.
Replace the charcoal filters.
The bottle shelves sag when loaded
Check that you are not exceeding the load capacity and
that the shelves are correctly positioned.
