Vinotemp VT-54TS Use and Care Manual
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1. PROUD HERITAGE OF EXPERIENCE amp QUALITY Ma la LA in E In IN I In a TS 54 BOTTLE TOUCH SCREEN WINE COOLER VT 54TS OWNER S MANUAL WWW VINOTEMP COM YOUR WINE CELLAR This unit can be used for storage and or service The unit has a glass door and soft interior light 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 O F Wine Style 66 Armagnac Brandy Cognac Fino Sherry Non Vintage Sparkling Medium Bodied White Wines 9 MA 7 COM General Operating Instructions Remove all external and internal 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 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 e Let the unit rest UNPLUGGED for 24 hours once you have it placed in your home READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Save these instructions To register your product visit http2. www vinotemp com Warranty aspx Register your warranty within 10 days of receiving the unit Please be sure to retain your proof of purchase COM Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION eu 7 PARTS AND SPECEIFIERTIONS neun sea 8 INSTALLATION aio enter 9 OPERATING YOUR WINE 9 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 11 TROBBEESTOOTIN Gina aa a N 13 TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTITY 14 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 Before performing any maintenance or cleaning ensure that the unit is unplugged or that the power line is disconnected Do not clean appliance with flammable fluids Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Exercise caution when moving and installing the unit The cooler is heavy and may require two or more people when moving the unit to pr
3. at time of delivery Any damages due to manufacture defects will be handled directly with Vinotemp International subject to the limited warranty All sales are final and unless authorized in writing by the Seller Purchaser may not return the goods under any circumstance If Purchaser refuses to accept the goods under any circumstance the Purchaser is liable for the return and cost of freight both ways and if Seller does take back the goods there will be a restocking service fee that is 35 of the purchase price of the goods Product must be in original packaging Built to Order products including Cabinets Racking and Accessories are non returnable Purchaser must notify Seller of non conforming goods within four days of delivery after which time all goods are deemed accepted If an order has been placed and production has started cancellation of your order will be a 15 charge If Purchaser tenders payment with a check that has insufficient funds NSF or stops payment on a check or credit card for any reason Purchaser agrees to pay for all costs associated with the Seller s collection or litigation of such a claim including without limitation extra damages court costs and attorneys fees Finance charges begin the date of invoice Collection fees plus NSF fee of 50 will be added to your invoice which you agree to promptly pay Title to the goods does not pass until payment is received in full by Seller and Seller retains a security intere
4. e The air temperature sensor in the temperature zone has failed 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 13 info vinotemp com TERMS OF SALE AND 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 Seller assumes no responsibility for the goods sold to the Purchaser once the goods have left the Seller s premises including but not limited to late delivery by the moving carrier or for events caused by any difficulty carrier incurs in attempting to fit the goods into the Purchaser s place of business or residence due to the size of the goods or otherwise Purchaser assumes all responsibility for delivery payment of freight access measurement installation hook up wiring moving and storage of the goods The transportation of all goods is subject to the terms and conditions which the moving carrier imposes on Purchaser including but not limited to additional charges imposed per flight of stairs and or additional charges resulting from the carrier s inability to safely and or adequately use the building elevator to lift the goods to an upper floor Any claim for damages incurred during shipment by the carrier of the goods are insured and handled directly with the carrier and must be noted
5. for 5 seconds NOTE When using the unit for the first time or after a long period of inactivity there may be a variance of a few degrees between the selected temperature and the temperature indicated on the LED readout This is normal due to the length of inactivity and will correct itself after the unit is run for a few hours lf the unit is unplugged has lost power or is turned off wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit The unit will not restart before this time delay DYNAMIC COOLING SILENT MODES The Dynamic Cooling feature enables the relative humidity inside the unit and the temperature to be distributed evenly around the interior so you can store all of your wine under the exact same excellent conditions If you would like to use the unit to store wine long term the dynamic cooling is a must This will create a continuous climate in the cabinet which imitates that of a wine cellar In the Dynamic cooling mode the interior fan circulates the inside air evenly until the set temperature is reached Dynamic Cooling is the factory preset mode To change to Silent mode touch and hold the UP button for approximately five seconds The wine cooler will beep three times to confirm silent mode is on To change back to Dynamic Cooling mode touch and hold the DOWN button for five seconds The wine cooler will beep five times to confirm Dynamic Cooling mode is on STORING WINE While bottles may vary in size and dimension approximately 5
6. out of pinch point areas and be careful when closing doors if children are around This appliance is designed for storing and cooling wines Do not store perishable food or medical products within the unit When disposing of refrigeration appliances special handling is often required It is the consumer s responsibility to comply with federal and local regulations when disposing of this product WARNING Risk of child entrapment and suffocation Before you throw away this or an old unit remove the door Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside 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 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 e Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded e The cord should be secured behind the unit and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury e A standard electrical supply 115V AC only 60Hz 15 properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local
7. protect your contents 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 11 info vinotemp com INACTIVITY If the unit will not be used for a period of less than three weeks leave the cooler operating If the period of inactivity is several months remove all items and turn the unit off Clean and dry the interior thoroughly Leave the door open slightly to prevent any possible moisture build up MOVING YOUR WINE COOLER Before moving your wine cooler first be sure to remove all items from the cooler e Securely tape down any loose items such as shelves inside the unit e Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage e Tape the door shut e Ensure that the unit stays securely in the upright position during transportation Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket or similar item ENERGY SAVING TIPS e The unit should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat sources or direct sunlight e Ensure that the unit has proper allowances on all sides for proper ventilation Never cover any air vents e Only open the cooler door for as long as necessary Frequent opening of the door will affect internal temperature CAUTION Failure to unplug the appliance could result in electrical shock or personal injury PROBLEMS WITH YOUR WINE COOLER You can solve many common wine cooler problems easily saving you the cost of a possible service call Tr
8. t install in a location where the temperature will fall below 60 F 16 C For best performance do not install the appliance behind a cabinet door or block the base grille e Avoid locating the unit in moist areas e Plug the wine cooler into an exclusive properly installed grounded wall outlet OPERATING YOUR WINE COOLER CONTROLS POWER To control this appliance turn on off To turn OFF the appliance touch the key for 5 seconds LIGHT To control the inner light turn on off UP A Used to raise warm the set temperature by 1 C or 1 F 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com DOWN V Used to lower cool the set temperature by 1 C or 1 F F C Selector Select the temperature display setting in Fahrenheit or Celsius degree To change the temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius or from Celsius to Fahrenheit touch and hold key for 5 seconds KEY LOCK If in 2 minutes without touching any key the controls will be locked automatically To release the lock touch the and V marks at the same time for at least 5 seconds SETTING A TEMPERATURE e The interior control range is 40 72 F e The temperature will increase by 1 C or 1 F if you touch UP A once or the temperature will decrease by 1 C or 12F if you touch DOWN V once e To view the set temperature at any time touch UP A or DOWN and the set temperature will temporarily flash in the LED display
9. 4 iar 9 I Ds traditional Bordeaux 750ml bottles can be stored in your wine cooler 1 22 You can place 8 standard bottles on each full size shelf and 6 a a standard bottles on each half size shelf Please note that bottle i capacities are approximate maximums when storing traditional 8 Bottle Arrangement Bordeaux 750 ML bottles and include bulk storage NOTE Wine bottles on bottom shelf cannot be longer than ES ee approx 12 inches B 6 Bottle Arrangement WWW VINOTEMP CO SHELVES To avoid damaging the door gasket ensure that the door is fully opened when pulling the shelves out of the rail compartment e The pull out shelves allow bottles of wine to be viewed and removed more easily Any of the extension shelves can be removed to store larger bottles e For easy access to the storage bottles you must pull the shelf approximately Y of the way out of the rail compartment This unit was designed with a plastic post on each sides of the shelf track to prevent bottles from falling e When removing a shelf from the rail compartment make sure to remove all items first Then move the shelf to the position such that the notch of the shelf is exactly under the plastic post and lift the shelf In order to replace the shelf repeat the steps described above in reverse DOOR LOCK Your unit is provided with a lock and key combination The keys are located inside the plastic bag that contains the Owner s Manual
10. Insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the door To lock the door insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise making sure metal pin is engaged completely Remove the key and place it in a secure place for safekeeping CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR WINE COOLER IMPORTANT Always unplug the unit before cleaning or performing maintenance Never use harsh cleansers or scouring pads to clean any part of the unit e Turn off the power unplug the appliance and remove all items including shelves e Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water e Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution e Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning control panels or any electrical parts e Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth DEFROSTING e The unit defrosts automatically e The evaporator behind the rear wall of the unit defrosts automatically The condensate collects in the drainage channel behind the rear wall of the unit and flows through the drainage hole into the drip tray by the compressor where it evaporates POWER FAILURE Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your appliance If the power is off for an extended period of time proper steps should be taken to
11. 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 Susana Road Rancho Dominguez CA 90221 www vinotemp com Vinotemp is a registered trademark of Vinotemp International All products features and services are subject to change without notice We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document We disclaim liability for errors omissions or future changes 2012 Vinotemp International All rights reserved
12. ability and of fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly disclaimed Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or a waiver of the implied warranties of fitness and or merchantability so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Seller disclaims any indemnification for claims of infringement of any intellectual property of protectable nature In the event of any dispute between Seller and Purchaser arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or to the goods sold generally Purchaser must first file a written claim with Seller within ten days of the occurrence giving rise to the claim and wait an additional thirty days for a response before initiating any legal action The sale and all terms are subject to California law Any legal proceeding arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or to the goods sold generally shall be brought solely and exclusively in the County of Los Angeles In no event may Purchaser initiate any legal proceeding more than six months after the occurrence of the event giving rise to the dispute The above terms and conditions are the only ones governing this transaction and Seller makes no oral representations of any kind These Terms and Conditions can only be modified in writing signed by both Purchaser and Seller 10 12 SERVICE amp IMPORTANT
13. codes and ordinances is required e Never unplug the unit by pulling the power cord To disconnect the appliance always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the wall outlet When moving the unit be careful not to damage the power cord e The unit should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet with a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the unit CIRCUIT Extension Cord GROUNDING CAUTION It is strongly recommended that you do not use an adapter Sn or an extension cord with this unit CONNECTED GROUNDING PRONG 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS Digital Control Panel Full Shelves Total 6 Handle Half Shelf Total 1 Security Lock Base Grille Leveling Legs Cabinet Model No 5475 Note This wine cooler is designed to store approximately 54 standard Bordeaux 750 ml bottles Storing large and or oddly shaped bottles including champagne and sparkling wine bottles will decrease the capacity of your wine cooler COM INSTALLATION e Remove all packing material before using your wine cooler e 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 e Clean the interior surface with lukewarm wat
14. er and a soft cloth e This unit is designed for freestanding and built in installation and indoor use only Position the unit in a dry and well ventilated place Avoid placing the wine cooler near any source of heat or moisture or in direct sunlight Do NOT install the unit in a location with an ambient temperature that will fall below 60 F e For freestanding installation 5 of space at the back and both sides are suggested to ensure proper air circulation to cool the compressor and condenser e For built in installation leave a Y 6 35mm space on each side and at the top and 1 2 at the back of the wine cooler to ensure proper air circulation to cool the compressor and condenser Also be sure to not obstruct the front exhaust vent with anything as this may prevent the unit from performing properly e Place the wine cooler on a level surface strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded To level the wine cooler adjust the front leveling legs at the bottom of the wine cooler e For best performance it is recommended that you install the appliance in a location with an ambient temperature between 60 90 F If the ambient temperature is above or below recommended temperatures the performance of the unit may be affected e is recommended that you do not install the appliance near an oven radiator or other heating source Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption Don
15. event strain or injury To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed Choose a well ventilated area with temperatures above 60 F and below 90 F Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat stove heater radiator etc This unit is intended for indoor use only and must be installed in an area protected from the elements Place the appliance on a solid level surface Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Connect to properly polarized outlets only It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your appliance be provided Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the receptacle To protect against electric shock do not immerse appliance plug or cord in water or other liquids Avoid locating the unit in moist areas This appliance is designed to be built in fully recessed or freestanding Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended purpose For indoor household use only Do not operate the unit with wet hands while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water Do not use solvent based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior of the cooler These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior Keep fingers
16. r not covered herein For Element Grills via Element Products LLC grills have a 1 year comprehensive parts warranty on entire product Three years limited parts warranty covering the stainless burner and a thirty day limited parts warranty on grill accessories If grill is defective and unused plus all packaging and parts are intact we will either replace the grill or provide service to repair the grill Returned product must accompany all original packaging and parts and is subject to our 35 restocking fee and freight both ways With Wine Mate products if the customer calls and the product is defective you must obtain a letter from your qualified refrigeration technician at the customers cost to verify that the unit was installed properly with proper ventilation and the unit is truly malfunctioning due to manufacture defect Purchaser understands and acknowledges that the goods sold here are wine cellars cigar humidors and or other similar units which house wine or cigars 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 Seller is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages and there are no warranties expressed or implied which extend beyond the Limited Warranty described above Warranty and liability are non transferable The implied warranties of merchant
17. re density grain color tone and shade of wood is unavoidable Seller does not guarantee the texture color tone or shade of the wood nor does seller guarantee the colorfastness of wood or against peeling chipping cracking or scratching Note Unfinished wood is subject to warping all wood surfaces must be sealed before placing cellar into service Improper placement of the unit will void the warranty By Vinotemp in writing any third party repair facility must be pre approved before providing parts free of charge This limited warranty does not cover damage due to such things as accident misuse abuse mishandling neglect acts of God fires earthquakes floods high winds government war riot or labor trouble strikes lockouts delay of carrier unauthorized repair or any other cause beyond the control of the Seller whether similar or dissimilar to the foregoing Seller is not responsible for any damages caused to Purchaser s property resulting from the good This limited warranty applies only inside the Continental US Alaska Puerto Rico and Hawaii are not warranted For Non New Units Scratch amp Dent Refurbished Floor Models warranty for compressor units is 90 days from your dated invoice and 30 days for thermoelectric units parts for function only not cosmetic defects These units are refurbished and sold as is Purchaser assumes risks to the quality and performance of goods and assumes the costs of all necessary service or repai
18. st in the goods until they are paid for in full Statute of limitations must be handled in arbitration in the County of Los Angeles LIMITED WARRANTY Seller warrants that the goods will be free of defects in materials and workmanship as follows Furniture style wood wine cabinets made in the U S all cooling unit parts for a period of 5 five years cabinetry and labor uninstalled for a period of 12 twelve months from date of sale For the metal cabinet wine units parts and labor for cooling system and cabinetry for a period of 12 twelve months from date of sale Thermoelectric Units 90 ninety days from the date of sale including Wine Coolers Beer Dispensers Humidor Portofino Wood Cellars and Refrigerators Wine Mate Split Systems and installed products are parts only for 1 year no labor Other Wine Mate Cooling Systems are 5 years parts 1 year labor Wine Accessories and Racking Systems are not warranted There is no warranty on parts purchased separately Removal and re installation of unit is not included in warranted labor Purchaser s exclusive remedy is limited at Seller s option to repair or replace defective part s with either new or factory reconditioned part s Purchaser is responsible for shipping the unit pre paid to designated facility and Seller will pay return shipping charges in the continental United States for items repaired under warranty within 12 twelve months from date of sale Since the natural variation in textu
19. y the following suggestions to see if you can solve the problem before contacting Vinotemp at info vinotemp com TROUBLESHOOTING Wine cooler does not operate Ensure unit is plugged in to an electrical outlet Check if unit is turned off Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse Wine cooler is not cold Check the temperature control setting enough External environment or ambient temperature may require a higher setting Check if door does not close completely or is open too often Check if door gasket does not seal properly The room temperature may be hotter than normal Wine cooler turns on and off Check if door does not close completely or is open too often frequently Check if door gasket does not seal properly The temperature control is not set correctly Wine cooler light does not Ensure unit is properly plugged in work Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse Check if the light switch is OFF Wine cooler makes too much Check to ensure the unit is level noise or vibrates The rattling noise may come from the flow of refrigerant This is normal As each cycle ends you may hear gurgling sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in the unit This is normal Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping and crackling noises Wine cooler door will not Check to ensure the unit is level close properly The gasket is dirty The shelves are out of position Display shows EL or EH
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