Tips For Storing Wine; Drinking Temperatures; Cleaning; Cleaning The Display - Thermador T18IW905SP Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

Tips for storing wine

Unpack wine bottles – do not store in crates or
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cartons in the wine storage compartment.
If bottles with natural corks are stored for longer
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than 4 weeks, the natural corks may shrink if the
humidity is too low.
To prevent this from happening, store old wine
bottles in such a way that the cork is kept wet
and increase the humidity.
~ "Humidity" on page 10
The open bottle shelves allow continuous air
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circulation. As a result, excess humidity is quickly
removed.
Before the wine is enjoyed, it should be slowly
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warmed up (chambré): take e.g. rosé wine out of
the appliance approx. 2–5 hours before drinking,
and red wine 4–5 hours before drinking. This will
ensure that the wine is at the correct drinking
temperature. White wine, on the other hand,
should be placed on the table just before
drinking. Sparkling wine and champagne should
be chilled in the refrigerator for a short while
before drinking.
Remember that wine should always be cooled
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slightly lower than the ideal serving temperature,
as its temperature increases as soon as it is
poured into a glass.

Drinking temperatures

The correct serving temperature is crucial for the
taste and therefore your enjoyment of the wine.
We recommend the following drinking temperatures
for serving the wine:
Type of wine
Full-bodied red Bordeaux
Côtes du Rhône red, Barolo
Full-bodied red Burgundy, red Bordeaux 61 °F (16 °C)
Port
Young red Burgundy
Young red wines
Young Beaujolais, all white wines with
little residual sugar
Old white wines, full-bodied Chardonnay 50 °F (10 °C)
Sherry
Young white wines, from late vintage
onward
White wines, Loire, Entre-deux-Mers
Drinking temperature
65 °F (18 °C)
64 °F (17 °C)
59 °F (15 °C)
57 °F (14 °C)
54 °F (12 °C)
52 °F (11 °C)
49 °F (9 °C)
46 °F (8 °C)
45 °F (7 °C)
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CAUTION
C l e a n i n g
AVOID DAMAGING THE APPLIANCE AND THE
EQUIPMENT.
Do not use abrasive, chloride-based or acidic
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cleaning agents or solvents.
Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges.
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The metallic surfaces may corrode.
Never clean the shelves or bins in the
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dishwasher.
The parts may become deformed.

Cleaning the display

The change in temperature and humidity can cause
the controls to steam up.
Switch the clean lock on before cleaning.
~ "Clean lock" on page 10
Use a clean micro-fiber cloth for cleaning.

Cleaning the appliance interior

Proceed as follows:
Press main On/Off switch.
1.
Take out bottles and store in a cool location if
2.
possible.
Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, lukewarm
3.
water and a little pH-neutral washing-up liquid.
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CAUTION
The rinsing water must not run into the light
or through the drainage hole into the
evaporation area.
Wipe door seal with clear water and dry
4.
thoroughly with a cloth.
Switch appliance back on and put in bottles.
5.

Cleaning the fittings

To clean, take the variable parts out of the
appliance.
~ "Equipment" on page 9
Care instructions for stainless steel
surfaces
When taking care of and cleaning stainless steel
surfaces, use only cleaning agents suitable for
stainless steel and a stainless steel cleaning cloth.
You can purchase a suitable stainless steel cleaning
cloth from customer service.
To prevent visible scratches, clean the stainless
steel surface in the direction of the structure.
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