Owner`s manual

Wood Wine Cabinet Owner’s Manual
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II. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
The cooling system in the cabinet has the ability to cool a maximum of 25°F below the
ambient temperature in the room. Therefore you want to place the cabinet in a room
which will not exceed the maximum temperature of 80°F. Otherwise the unit will not
have the capacity to keep the wine at a desirable 55°F.
On the other hand, you want to make sure the temperature in the room does not fall
drastically below 55°F. The cooling system is designed to cool the interior contents to a
minimum of 50°F and cannot operate correctly if the ambient temperature drops below
the minimum set temperature. To ensure proper cooling, please make sure that the
ambient temperature does not exceed the set temperature. In addition, the cooling
system is designed to only cool to a minimum temperature of 50°F.
Please note, select models using a more powerful cooling system than the standard
1500 BTU unit and utilizing thicker insulation may be suitable for use in areas with a
maximum ambient temperature of 95°F. Models with glass doors should not be put in
extreme environments even when using upgraded cooling and insulation.
III. HUMIDITY CONTROL
The cabinets are designed to maintain humidity using patent pending digital
temperature and humidity control. This is accomplished through the design/engineering
of the cooling unit. There are no special controls for this function. As the cabinet begins
to cool, the humidity in the cabinet will begin to rise, thus creating an ideal environment
for long term wine storage.
IMPORTANT: The unit does not create humidity. If you live in a dry climate, you may
add to the humidity of the cabinet by placing a sponge in a small container of water at
the bottom of the cabinet. This will help to create the necessary humidity needed.
IV. VENTILATION FACTOR
Ventilation is an important factor to consider when choosing the correct location. The
compressor motor will give off heat, which will need to dissipate away from the unit. If
the cabinet is located within a restricted area and ventilation is not available, then the
ambient temperature of the room will increase and thus will prevent the unit from cooling
adequately.
Be sure to find a location with excellent ventilation. For standard (rear exhaust) units,
the rear of the cabinet should be placed 6 inches away from the back wall. In addition,
there should be 12 inches of clearance above the top of the cabinet and 12 inches on
each side. This will ensure adequate ventilation of the heat exhaust. For more detailed