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Installer’s Instruction
Federal law requires that WINE-MATE split cooling systems be
installed by an EPA certified refrigeration technician.
WINEMATE split system is shipped as components and is ready for use only after a
certified refrigeration technician has properly installed, evacuated, charged and tested the
system. Proper installation is critical. Vinotemp can only warrant the quality of the
components. The installation and proper operation of the system must be warranted by
the installer. Installation of the system must be done in accordance with all state and local
building and electrical codes.
The condensing unit and evaporator unit are connected by a liquid line and an insulated
suction line that are supplied by the installer. These lines must be properly sized for the
distance between the two units. After the units and the lines are installed, the system must
be pressure tested. If no leaks are found, evacuate and charge system. Refrigerant amount
will vary depending on the length of line set.
1. Condensing Unit
•
Place the condensing unit in a properly ventilated
location. If it is not, heat exhausted by the
condensing unit will build up and the cooling
system will not operate properly.
•
Condensing unit shall be elevated to avoid possible flooding and shaded from
direct sun. It shall not be exposed to temperatures higher than 110
°
F or lower
than 50
°
F (available optional low ambient kit for condition below 50
°
F).
•
Leave minimum 5 ft clearance for the exhaust side and leave minimum 1
foot clearance for the fresh air intake side.
CAUTION:
IF THE CONDENSING UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A LOW AMBIENT
CONDITION KIT, DO NOT TURN ON THE COMPRESSOR UNTIL THE
CONDENSING UNIT HAS BEEN POWERD FOR 24 HOURS.
2. Discharge/Suction Valve Operation (Condensing unit)
