A PROUD HERITAGE OF EXPERIENCE & QUALITY Wine Cellar VT-188 (160 bottle) O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L W W W . V I N O T E M P .
Your Wine Cellar This unit can be used for Storage and/or Service. The unit has a glass door and soft interior light that you can leave on to elegantly 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 exterior and interior packaging from your wine cellar. 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 of unit and inspection of unit, the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged. Contact Vinotemp customer service at info@vinotemp.com or 1-800-777-8466.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Parts And Specifications ........................................................... 6 Important Safety Instructions ................................................... 7 Cord Instructions ..................................................................... 8 Operating Instructions.............................................................. 8 Temperature Control ................................................................ 9 Temperature Indication ....................................
PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS 1. Double-pane window 2. Grill 3. Adjustable levelling legs 4. Shelf Racking 5. Control Panel 6. Cabinet 7. Temperature Adjustment 8. LED Display for the lower section of the cabinet 9. Light Switch 10. LED Display for the upper section of the cabinet See below for your model’s specifications.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. 1. Use appliance only as described in this manual. Other uses are not recommended, as it may cause fire, electric shock or personal injury. 2. This product is intended for household and commercial use. 3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse unit, plug or cord in water or other liquids. 4. Keep away from children. 5.
CORD INSTRUCTIONS For your protection, this unit is equipped with a 3-conductor cord set that has a molded 3-prong grounding-type plug, and should be used in combination with a properly connected grounding-type outlet as shown in figure A. Caution: Do not use extension cords. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Place your wine cellar on a solid, flat surface that is strong enough to support the unit when fully loaded.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL Important note: In order to operate efficiently, this product should be in an environment with an ambient temperature greater than 50°F and less than 90°F when freestanding or 85°F when built-in. Temperature indication: On the control panel, you will find two LED indicators: The right shows the temperature for the upper red wine zone and left shows the temperature for the lower white wine zone. When the cabinet temperature is too low the LED will display “LL”.
WINE RACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION For Wood Racks: To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have the door all the way opened when pulling shelves out of the rail compartment. To remove a rack from the cabinet: 1. Remove any bottles stored on the racks. 2. Grasp the end of the rack, and gently slide it until it stops, then lift the rack and take it out. (See figure 1) To insert a rack in the cabinet: 1. Using a right angle engagement on both sides, gently push the rack into the cabinet until it stops.
For Sliding Wood and Metal Racks: To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have the door all the way opened when pulling shelves out of the rail compartment. To remove a rack from the cabinet: 1. Remove any bottles stored on the racks. 2. Pull the rack out flatly and press the button in each side. (See figure 1) To insert a rack in the cabinet: 1. Gently push the rack into sliders. (See figure 2) 2. Side buttons on rack will click when rack is in place. NOTE: 1.
HANDLE INSTALLATION Each cellar comes with a handle, but for convenient transportation, the manufacturer does not install it prior to shipping. Upon receipt and unpacking you should install the handle. You will need a flathead screwdriver to install the parts provided with the door. 1. Put the handle on the door. (See figure 4) 2. Tighten the screws from inside of the door frame to secure the handle. (See figure 5) CLEANING AND CARE 12 Always unplug the wine cellar before cleaning.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM Vibrations Door will not close properly. Unit does not operate—does not have power Inside temperature does not seem correct POSSIBLE CAUSE Check to make sure the wine cellar is on a level surface. The wine cellar is not on a level surface. The racks are out of position. A bottle in the cellar is too long. Check that unit is plugged into the wall socket. Make sure the wall socket has power. If outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure switch is set to on.
TERMS OF SALE & WARRANTY Vinotemp International (“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.
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.
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