This section is about why a might not be properly. It discusses the various reasons a might stop and what to do in this situation.
The introduction should cover the following points:
Table of Contents
1) Introduction to Wine Fridges and their Purpose
A is becoming a more popular kitchen appliance, especially for those who love to drink or collect wine themselves. To put it simply, it is used to keep wine fresh within a given range, typically between 54-66 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the types of wine that you’re looking to store.
Storing red and white wine in a is beneficial because it helps preserve the quality, taste, and clarity of the wine by maintaining a consistent .
Wine fridges are most commonly stored in a kitchen, , or a bar/restaurant, for commercial usage.
2) What are the potential problems that could lead to a not being able to cool properly?
The problems with wine properly can be as simple as not having the right settings, or as complex as needing to change the refrigerant.
We’ve split this section of the article into the following:
- General issues
- issues
- issues
General Issues
The wrong setting
A that is set at the wrong will not cool wine as expected, either being too warm or too cold. This could be due to it being accidentally programmed at the wrong , or because of an error with the unit itself.
Solution: It’s best to read the user instructions and determine that the has been correctly programmed to the preferred setting. If it has, yet it’s still not working properly, it’s worth searching on YouTube for the problem as someone may have experienced the same issue, and then calling the manufacturer for further advice.
Poor insulation
Poor insulation or broken seals in a can cause the to fluctuate during operation.
This is because is not being sealed inside the unit, and is able to get in.
This constant change in causes the tannins in the wine to change structure, and this results in flavour changes… In other words, it’s detrimental to your collection of wine.
Solution: Inspect and take photos of the seals to send to the manufacturer, they may be able to send out replacements if it’s not too much for you to install yourself. In the meantime, you’ll want to try and seal the the best way you can.
Why is my not properly?
There are a number of reasons that can cause your compressor wine cooler to not cool properly.
Let’s discuss the most common reasons directly below, as well as how exactly they should be fixed.
A dirty and fins can cause the to lose its efficiency.
Not only will the built-up of dust and dirt cause the to not perform as well, but it will also cause it to overheat, and even cost more money in running costs.
Solution: It’s recommended to clean the and other components inside the , like the , every three months. You can do this with a soft brush and pressurised air, and we’ve linked to a video demonstration of this directly below:
Defective
Compressors in wine refrigerators can fail and cause a number of problems. If the does not work, then the will stop wine. The wine will then heat up and this can ruin it.
Solution: The problem with a defective is that it can be difficult to diagnose the problem without dismantling the and inspecting the inside. And due to this being a more technical issue, requires technical knowledge.
Defective fans
A defective fan/ will also cause your to overheat, and not be able to provide the same level of to your wine collection.
Therefore, your collection of wines will not be cooled at the desired , and some of them may go bad.
Solution: This will be fairly easy to spot, as you’ll be able to see the fan inside the unit not working, whether this is due to an electric fault or physical damage.
Faulty or broken
When you open the door of your , that that hits you is coming from the which cools down the interior. It does this by drawing in the from the & transferring its heat to a refrigerant.
If the doesn’t work, the unit will not be able to create no matter how much the runs.
The uses a fan, and therefore one of the most common reasons why it stops working is due to a build-up of dust or debris.
Solution: Try your best to inspect the to see if there is a build-up of dust, and if so, clean this. However, if it’s not clear as to why the isn’t working, then speaking to your ‘s manufacturer is recommended.
Why is my not properly?
There are a number of reasons that can cause your to not cool properly.
Let’s discuss the most common reasons directly below, as well as how exactly they should be fixed.
External
Thermoelectric wine coolers use the Peltier effect to maintain their . The limitation here is that the external dramatically affects the efficiency of provided.
Solution: Therefore, your must be kept in a cool environment for it to chill the wine collection at a low enough .
Defective
Thermoelectric wine coolers also have a , which consists of a fan and fins. These can get dusty so they’re worth cleaning regularly.
Additionally, it may be that a fan has broken, and you’ll need to visually inspect the inside of the to see this.
Solution: You’ll need to visually inspect the inside of the unit to diagnose the problem, and then seeking help from the manufacturer would be advisable.
Ventilation space
Similar to wine coolers, thermoelectric units also need to have space to allow for sufficient airflow.
Solution: Make sure that the unit is not stored in an undercounter/built-in position, but in a freestanding position.
3) How can you fix these problems?
Firstly, if you’ve got insurance coverage on your , call or email the company providing the plan for further information on how they can help you diagnose the issue.
There are specialists for a reason, and the worst scenario is that you try to take matters into your own hands and end up voiding the warranty completely.
Therefore, in most cases, we’d advise seeking professional assistance when trying to diagnose and fix your .
