A PROUD HERITAGE OF EXPERIENCE & QUALITY S I N G L E- Z o n e W i n e C O O L E R EL-168COMM (APROX 141 BOTTLES) O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L W W W . V I N O T E M P .
Y o u r W i ne C el l ar This unit can be used for storage and/or service. The unit has a glass door and soft interior light that you can use to display your wine. Serving Wines Storing wines at the proper temperature is important. To preserve them as long as possible wine should be stored at approximately 55° Fahrenheit. However, the chart below suggests the optimal drinking temperature for the different styles of wine.
General Operating Instructions Remove all external and internal packaging from your appliance. Be sure that all parts have been included before discarding any packaging materials. You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date. Upon receipt and inspection of unit, the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged. Contact our customer service at 1-800-777-8466 or info@vinotemp.com. Let the unit rest UNPLUGGED for 24 hours once you have it placed in your home.
. V I N O TABLE OF CONTENTS T IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................... 6 E ELECTRICAL CONNECTION............................................................................................ 7 M PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................... 8 BOTTLE CAPACITY...................................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6 Do not operate this or any other appliance with a damaged cord. Do not operate if housing is removed or damaged. Exercise caution and use reasonable supervision when appliance is used near children. Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance. Keep packing materials away from children.
W . V I N O T E ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, frayed or shows cracks or abrasions across its length, have it replaced at an authorized service center. O For your protection, this unit is equipped with a 3-conductor cord set that has a molded 3-prong groundingtype plug, and should be used in combination with a properly connected grounding-type outlet.
. V PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS I 1.Door 2.Cabinet 3.Stainless steel handle 4.Backlight 5.Slider 6.Front exhaust 7.Cooling air outlet 8.Control panel 9.Lock 10.Stainless steel gliding shelves 11.Leveling legs N O T E M P . C O EL-168COMM Model No. Voltage M AC 115V Frequency 60 Hz Ambient Temperature Range 41-100℉/ Humidity 45~90% Control Temperature Range 41-64℉ Refrigerant R600a/1.69 oz. Power Consumption 1.39 kWh/24h Input Power 200W Volume 16.2 cu.
VINOTEMP EL-168COMM SINGLE-ZONE WINE COOLER BOTTLE CAPACITY You may adjust the shelves of your wine cooler to accommodate more or less bottles. If stacking bottles 2-3 high, please do not pull out the shelves. EL-168COMM:Approximate 141 bottles. °C °F °C SET °F SELECT POWER 17621 South Susana Road, Rancho Dominguez, California 90221 info@vinotemp.
INSTALLATION • • • • • • • • • • Remove all packing material before using your wine cooler. IMPORTANT: Before connecting the unit to a power source, let it stand upright for approximately 24 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation. Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water and a soft cloth. This unit is designed for freestanding or built in installation but indoor use only.
. V I N O T E M P . C Operating Your Wine Cooler The wine cooler should be placed in a position where the ambient temperature is between 12-38℃/54-100℉. Humidity level is between 45~90%. If the position is above or below this range, the performance of the unit may be affected. For example, placing your unit in extreme cod or hot conditions may cause interior temperature to fluctuate.
7 V Power N To control the appliance turn on/off. To turn off the appliance, touch the mark and hold for at least 5 seconds. Press again, turn on the appliance. The LED readout will show the original temperature set previously when restart the appliance or reconnect after power cuts . O Light switch I T E M P .
DOOR LOCK The wine cooler comes with a lock and key combination. The keys are located inside the plastic bag containing the Owner’s Manual. To unlock the door, insert the key into the lock and turn it counter-clockwise. To lock the door, insert the key and turn it clockwise, ensuring that the metal pin is fully engaged. DEFROSTING The wine cooler defrosts automatically.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR WINE COOLER I N Most common problems can be solved easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the following suggestions to see if you can solve the problem before contacting Vinotemp at Info@Vinotemp.com. O TROUBLESHOOTING T E PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Wine Cooler does not operate • • • Ensure unit is plugged into an electrical outlet. Check if unit is turned off. Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse.
Terms of Sale Vinotemp International Corp. (“Seller”) and the person or entity that acquires these goods from Seller (“Purchaser”) hereby fully agree to the following terms and conditions of the sale: Shipping fees are the responsibility of the Purchaser whether freight prepaid or freight collect. Seller assumes responsibility for the goods sold to the Purchaser until the goods have reached Purchaser’s delivery address (FOB Destination) and the delivery receipt is signed clear.
Built-to-Order and Custom products are non-returnable, non-refundable. Purchaser must notify Seller of non-conforming goods within 48 hours of receipt, after which time all goods are deemed accepted by the Purchaser. If an order has been placed and production has not started, cancellation of your order will be a 15% charge. If Purchaser tenders payment with a check that has insufficient funds (NSF), a collection fee plus NSF fee of $50 will be added to the invoice, which Purchaser agrees to pay promptly.
parts warranty on grill accessories. If a purchaser claims a product is “defective” with regards to refrigeration, Purchaser must obtain a letter from a qualified refrigeration technician at the Purchaser’s cost to verify that the unit was installed properly, with proper ventilation and the unit is truly malfunctioning due to a manufacturing defect. Removal or re-installation of a unit is not included in warranted costs.
Purchaser understands and acknowledges that the goods sold here are wine cellars, cigar humidors, and/or other similar units which house wine or cigars or other items. Purchaser assumes all risk of using these units, including risk of spoilage, humidity variations, temperature variations, leaks, fire, water damage, mold, mildew, dryness and similar and any other perils that might occur.
SERVICE & IMPORTANT NOTICE Upon receipt and inspection of unit, the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged. Contact our customer service at 1-800-777-8466 or info@vinotemp.com. The manufacturer has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice. WARNING: Please do not place the unit within reach of children. For adult use only. Contact info@vinotemp.com with any questions or visit www.vinotemp.com 17621 S.
