Whynter Elite Spectrum Lightshow BWR-545XS, Instruction Manual

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
The appliance does not oper-
ate
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There is a power failure

The appliance is not plugged in

A house fuse has blown or the

Ensure the appliance is plugged in and
the power outlet has power

Replace the broken fuse or reset the
breaker
The appliance is not cold
enough

The set temperature too high

The appliance is placed too close
to a heat source

The door is opened too often

The door is not closed completely

The door gasket does not seal
properly

The front bottom grille does not
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Adjust the set temperature

Keep the appliance away from sun-
shine or other heat sources

Close the door tightly and do not open
the door too frequently or for a long
period of time

Ensure the door gasket is not loose.
The front bottom grille must be com-
pletely unobstructed
The appliance turns itself on
and off frequently

The ambient (room) temperature
is too low or high

A large amount of contents has
been added to the appliance

The door is opened too often

The door is not closed completely

The door gasket does not seal
properly

Decrease or increase the ambient
(room) temperature

To minimize internal temperature fluc-
tuation, do not add large amount of
contents at once

Close the door tightly and do not open
the door too frequently or for a long
period of time

Ensure the door gasket is not loose
The appliance makes too
much noise 
The noise may come from the
flow of the refrigerant and expan-
sion of the inside walls may cause
popping and crackling noises

Contraction and expansion of the
inside walls may cause popping
and crackling noises

The appliance is not level

It is normal that as each cooling cycle
ends, you may hear rattling or gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refriger-
ant in the appliance. The high efficien-
cy compressor may make a pulsating
or high pitched sound

Some popping or cracking noises are
normal. They are caused by expansion
and contraction of the inside walls due
to temperature changes

Make sure the unit is on a hard and
level surface. Do not place the appli-
ance on carpet
The door does not close
properly 
The appliance is not level

The door was reversed and not
properly installed

The shelves are out of position

Make sure the wine refrigerator is on a
hard and level surface. Avoid placing
the appliance on a carpeted or soft
surface

Correctly install the shelves