The Wine Square CUBE LT, User Manual

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Installation
The installation of the CUBE
LT
is normally done in two steps, one before the walls are
closed and one when the system is put into operation. The first step is to install the pipes,
communication cable and wood blocking necessary for the system to work properly in the
walls. This installation procedure uses PEX, a flexible and easy to install product to connect
the different units. The system can be installed with other types of piping. Contact The Wine
Square if you would like another type of conduit for installation. Refer to the regulations in
your area/building before using plastic conduit such as PEX.
Location Selection
Before starting the installation of the system, it is important to select the location where the
various components will be installed. Although air conditioning systems push cold air when
they are in use, these devices work more to remove heat, colder air is only a result. The nu-
ance seems small, but it is very important when evaluating the placement of the compo-
nents of the air conditioning system. Indeed, assuming that the system is a heat pump:
THE RC4LT : This unit seeks to remove heat from the wine cellar, so it will need
to be located at the hottest location in the wine cellar, the ceiling. Depending on
the configuration of the room, it can be either in the center or above the door. A
clearance of at least 8’’ must be kept under the appliance to allow the service of
this unit.
THE WATER CHILLER : The compressor system used to produce cold water for the
wine cellar, this is the unit that will reject the heat removed from the wine cellar.
It can be located up to 30 meters (100 feet) from the wine cellar. This unit could
experience reduced power if it is in an overheated room. Heat rejection will then
be more difficult. It is therefore necessary to find a well-ventilated location that will
maintain an annual temperature between 50°F and 100°F (10°C - 38°C).
This unit
is not designed for outdoor installation . This unit is also the “noisy” module of the
system. It emits a noise comparable to a window air conditioner. The ideal location
for this module is the mechanical room or the garage.
THE CONTROL BOX: The control box can be located anywhere between the water
chiller and the wine cellar. It is usually installed above the water chiller.