A PROUD HERITAGE OF EXPERIENCE & QUALITY Wine Cooler VT-15PR28/VT-18PR28/VT-24PR46 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. This unit has a glass door and soft interior light that you can use to store 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ....................................................................... 6 PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 7 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................... 10 OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE ................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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.
• • • • - Disconnect from the power supply, - Air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes and - Contact the Service Department for advice. The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every ounce of coolant at least 325 cubic feet of room space is required.
PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS Door Shelves (5) Digital Control Panel Handle Ventilation Grille Adjustable Legs Model No. Voltage Frequency Cabinet VT-15PR28 AC 115V 60 Hz Ambient Temperature Range 44°- 90°F Control Temperature Range 41°- 72°F Refrigerant R600a/0.64oz Power Consumption 220 kWh/Year Input Power Volume 100W 3.0 Cu.Ft.
Door Shelves (5) Digital Control Panel Handle Ventilation Grille Adjustable Legs Cabinet Model No. VT-18PR28 Voltage AC 115V Frequency 60 Hz Ambient Temperature Range 44°- 90°F Control Temperature Range 41°- 72°F Refrigerant R600a/0.64oz Power Consumption 220 kWh/Year Input Power 100W Volume 8 3.0 Cu.Ft. Net Weight 84 lbs Gross Weight 90 lbs Dimensions (W x D x H) 17 1/2” x 23 3/8” x 34” Box Dimensions (W x D x H) 20 3/4” x 27 1/4” x 36” W W W . V I N O T E M P .
Door Shelves (5) Digital Control Panel Handle Ventilation Grille Adjustable Legs Cabinet Model No. Voltage Frequency VT-24PR46 AC 115V 60 Hz Ambient Temperature Range 44°- 90°F Control Temperature Range 41°- 72°F Refrigerant R600a/0.99oz Power Consumption 210 kWh/Year Input Power Volume 80W 4.6 Cu.Ft.
INSTALLATION • • • • • • • Remove all packing material before using your appliance. 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 and indoor or outdoor use. Position the unit in a dry and well-ventilated place.
NOTE: 1. Weight of the overlay panel should not exceed 20 pounds (9.1 kilograms). 2. It is important to ensure that all drilled holes are drilled to the correct depth in order to avoid splits in the wood when hardware is installed. 3. Drill the handle installation holes in the overlay panel according to the handle you are planning to use. If reusing the handles came with the unit, drill two holes with holes distance 707mm (27-53/64”) and diameter 5mm (3/16”) in the overlay panel. Door Panel Installation 1.
NOTE: All parts removed must be saved to allow the door swing to be reversed. 1. Remove the bottom hinge (2) by unscrewing the four lock screws (1). Be careful to hold the door firmly after removing the screws. (Fig. 1) 2. Gently pull down to remove the door from the right top hinge and place it on a padded surface to avoid the risk of damage. Then remove the right top hinge (4). (Fig. 3) 3. Unscrew and transfer pin (3) of the hinge plate to the opposite side. (Fig. 2) 4.
LIGHT Turn the interior light ON/OFF. UP Used to increase (warm) the set temperature by 1°C/1ºF. DOWN Used to decrease (cool) the set temperature by 1°C/1ºF. ºF/ºC Selector Select the temperature display setting in Fahrenheit or Celsius degree. To change the temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius or from Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the LIGHT key for 5 seconds. SETTING THE TEMPERATURE • The unit has two separate temperature zones.
INTERIOR LIGHT • The interior light makes it easy to view your items. Touching the LIGHT mark toggles between 2 modes of operation for the internal lights: functional (default) mode and showcase mode. If you are in functional (default) mode, the lights will turn on only when the door is open. If you are in showcase mode, the lights will be on whether or not the door is open.
• The cause of the temperature being too high may be: – Warm fresh food was placed inside – Too much warm ambient air flowed in when rearranging and removing food – Power failure for some time – The appliance is faulty • The audible alarm is automatically silenced and the temperature display stops flashing when the temperature is sufficiently cold again. • If the door has been left open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm will sound. Pressing the POWER key once can switch off the audible alarm.
DOOR LOCK The refrigerator 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 unit defrosts automatically in normal operating conditions. • The evaporator behind the rear wall of the unit defrosts automatically.
MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE Before moving your unit, first be sure to remove all items from the unit. • Securely tape down any loose items, such as shelves, inside the unit. • Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage. • Tape the door shut. • Ensure that the unit stays securely in the upright position during transportation. Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket or similar item.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE 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. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Appliance does not operate. Appliance is not cold enough. POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Appliance is not connected to a power supply. • The appliance is turned off. • Tripped circuit breaker or a blown fuse. • The temperature is not set correctly.
The door will not close properly. Display “E1”, “E2” or “E7”. The alarm sounds and the temperature display flashes. The icon “--” is lit and flashing in the temperature display. • The appliance is not properly leveled. • The appliance is not properly level. • • The door was reversed and not properly installed. • The gasket is dirty. • The shelves are out of position. • • “E1”or “E2” indicates the air temperature sensor has failed. • “E7” indicates a door switch failure.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Vinotemp International Corp. (“Seller”) and the person or entity that acquires these goods from Seller (“Purchaser”) hereby fully agrees 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 premises (FOB Destination) and Delivery receipt is signed clear.
Storage Fees: When having an item serviced by a Vinotemp service technician at the Vinotemp warehouse, Purchaser agrees to pick up their repaired item or make arrangements for return shipping within a 60-day period once they have been notified by Vinotemp through phone call, email, or letter that their unit is ready for pick up. If the item remains in the Vinotemp warehouse after 60 days but no longer than 120 days, the Purchaser will incur additional storage fees of 2%.
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.