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3.
If you moisten a cloth every 2 hours, it will never be dry. This principle
applies to corks. The constancy of the relative humidity average allows
corks to preserve their elasticity, which is indispensable. Therefore,
remember that an instantaneous value that seems low is normal, because
it will rise later.
The relative humidity in my wine cabinet remains persistently above 80%.
Are you sure? Relative humidity fluctuates a lot and rapidly; this is normal.
1.
Check whether the activated charcoal filter is too old or simply obstructed.
2.
Make sure your hygrometer is operating correctly.
3.
If you moisten a cloth every 2 hours, it will never be too wet. This principle
applies to corks. The constancy of the relative humidity average allows
corks to preserve their elasticity, which is indispensable. Therefore,
remember that an instantaneous value that seems high is normal, because
it will drop later.
The labels on my bottles become unglued.
1.
Your wine is not threatened, but the relative humidity in your wine cabinet is
too high.
12.2.7 There is water in the bottom of my wine cabinet outside the
intented place.
1.
This is not detrimental to your wine.
2.
Is the wine cabinet perfectly horizontal? Does it lean forward? Check with a
level.
3.
Is the drain pipe clogged?
12.2.8 There are odors in my wine cabinet.
1.
Has the activated charcoal filter been regularly changed? The filter should
be changed every year and can be ordered from your retailer.
2.
Is the activated charcoal filter simply obstructed by a bottle?
12.2.9 My wine cabinet makes noise.
1.
When running, the compressor makes noise. Check its attachment to the
rubber shock absorbers (silent blocks) and make sure it is not in contact
with another element.
2.
Small rattling sounds arise from the circulation of the gas in the pipes and
are the result of a normal operation of your wine cabinet.
12.2.10 My wine bottle trays sag during loading.
1.
Make sure that the maximum load capacity is not exceeded.
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