Wine cooler emits a burning smell or visible smoke from the rear or control area.

Safety first: Immediately unplug the wine cooler if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the unit.

• 1. Ventilate area: Open windows and ensure the area is safe before inspecting.
• 2. Inspect rear compartment: After the unit has cooled, remove the rear cover and look for burnt components on the main PCB, compressor relay, or wiring.
• 3. Replace damaged parts: Any burnt wiring or connectors must be replaced, not just taped. Replace the main control board or start relay if they show signs of overheating.
• 4. Check for cause: Determine if a shorted compressor or fan motor caused the failure by testing their resistance before reconnecting to a new board.
• 5. Professional service: If you are unsure of the extent of damage, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the unit.

Warning: Do not attempt to operate the cooler again until all damaged components are properly replaced.