1. LOCATING YOUR WINE CELLAR - Remember, it is not only an appliance but also a piece of furniture
2. AREA FOR ASSEMBLING YOUR WINE CELLAR
Choose a clear 12’ by 12’ area with a level oor and carpenting to help reduce scratching of surfaces.
3. TOOLS
* Hex wrench (included)
* Phillips screwdriver
* Rubber mallet
* Carpenter’s level
* Helper or two is strongly recommended
4. TEST THE COOLING UNIT
Plug it in for a few minutes on a table top, to verify that controls and display are functional, and that
the unit is producing cool air after a few minutes of operation.
Note that the electronic controller has a one-minute cautionary delay between initial plug-in and
start-up of the compressor.
A.
Provide 3” minimum clearance for all surfaces especially top and back.
Under no circumstances should the unit be “built-in” in any way.
B.
Never locate your wine cellar outdoors or in an area with extremes of temperature and
humidity.
Garages, attics, unnished basements, laundry rooms, breezeways, closets or any
unventilated room. In other words these units must be installed in air-conditioned
environments which do not “trap” the warm air being exhausted.
C.
Temperatures in surrounding area must not exceed 80 °F (25 °C) with humidity levels not
to exceed 70% R.H. (Relative Humidity). Always use efcient and default (57ºF)
settings when warm or humid.
D.
Outlet power must be a DEDICATED separately fused, grounded, 15 Amp 110 - 120 V line.
E.
You must monitor your unit DAILY. If unit is in “Alarm”, unplug the unit inmediately. Always
check for any water (condensate) leaks.
Vintage Keeper will not be liable or responsible for incidental or consequential damages.
(See Warranty).
F.
Place unit in a clean area and allow access to the exterior surfaces for periodic vacuuming
of the condensor coil.
G.
Never set your temperatures below default (57ºF) or use “Quiet” settings whenever ambient
conditions are warm (above 75ºF) or humid (above 50%R.H.). The 500 unit is designed to run
on EFFICIENT mode at all times. Use the slower settings only if the unit cycles regularly (at
least 2 times per hour).
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