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Installation 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE 

Remove the exterior and interior packing.

Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours. This will

reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.

Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

Install the handle on the door.

INSTALLATION OF YOUR APPLIANCE 

The appliance is designed for built-in, recessed or freestanding installation.

WARNING

: Do not store or install the appliance outdoors.

CAUTION

This appliance is designed This beverage refrigerator is designed for storing and cooling beverag-

es. Do not store perishable food, medicine or other medical products.

Place your appliance on a hard and level floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded.

We do not recommend installing the appliance on carpet.

To level your appliance, adjust the leveling legs at the bottom of the appliance if needed.

For freestanding installation, 5 inches (127mm) of space between the back and sides of the appliance are
suggested, which allows the proper air circulation to cool the compressor and condenser. Even for built-in in-
stallation, it is a must to keep a ¼” (6.35mm) space on each side and at the top. And the air vent at the front of
the appliance must never be covered or blocked in any way.

NOTE: Do NOT install the appliance near an oven or other heating source. Direct sunlight may affect the
acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. For best performance, do not install the
appliance behind a cabinet door or block the base grille.

Avoid locating the appliance in area that may be exposed to excessive moisture.

Plug in the appliance into an exclusive, grounded wall power outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding
should be directed toward a qualified electrician or an authorized service center.

WARNING 

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury 
when  using  your  appliance,  follow  these

 

basic 

precautions.

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

DANGER or WARNING: 

An empty beverage refrigerator can be a hazardous for children or

small

 

pets. If disposing of the beverage refrigerator, remove gasket seals, latches, lids or the

entire door from

 

your unused appliance, or take other action to ensure the beverage

refrigerator is harmless.

Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.

Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids or harsh chemicals. The fumes can create a fire
hazard or

 

explosion.

Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other ap-pliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

Summary of Contents for BEF-286SB

Page 1: ... Beverage Refrigerator with Digital Controls Congratulations on your new Whynter product To ensure proper operation please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference Model BEF 286SB INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ents PAGE Safety Precautions 3 4 Parts and Accessories 5 Product Features Technical Data 6 Installation 7 8 Operation and Controls 9 10 Storage 11 Care and Maintenance 12 Troubleshooting 13 14 Warranty Information 15 ...

Page 3: ...To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using the appliance follow basic precaution including the following Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet do not remove grounding prong do not use an adapter and do not use an extension cord Do not use if the power supply cord is damaged If damaged it must be replaced by a qualified electri cian It is recommended that a separate circuit serv...

Page 4: ...not intended for use by young children or physically challenged persons without supervi sion assistance Young children must be supervised to ensure safety around this or any appliance Do not use solvent based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas Clearance between the door and between the doors and ...

Page 5: ... Vent 2 Control Panel Temperature Control Light 6 Leveling Legs 4 under the unit 10 Internal Fan 3 Slide Out Freezer Wire Shelves 3 7 Interior Light 11 Compressor 4 Cabinet 8 Base mold for keg barrel 12 Drip Tray REAR INSIDE 10 11 12 1 2 4 5 3 9 6 8 7 13 13 Keys ...

Page 6: ...This beer keg froster is outfitted with the entirety of the fundamental parts expected to store and safeguard a brew barrel With its internal circulation fan the Whynter BEF 286SB additionally exceeds expectations at cooling your drinks to as low as 23 F while helping keep an even temperature inside the unit The solid stainless steel door combined with an advanced LED temperature control gives a c...

Page 7: ...e air vent at the front of the appliance must never be covered or blocked in any way NOTE Do NOT install the appliance near an oven or other heating source Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption For best performance do not install the appliance behind a cabinet door or block the base grille Avoid locating the appliance in area that may b...

Page 8: ...zard from overheated Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When moving the appliance be careful not to damage the power cord EXTENSION ...

Page 9: ... the temperature display setting in Fahrenheit or Celsius degree NOTE If the appliance is unplugged encounter power interruption or turned off you must wait 3 5 minutes before restarting the appliance If attempted to restart before this time delay the appliance may not start SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL During normal operation the temperature display on the control panel shows the temperature i...

Page 10: ... compressor comes on It becomes quieter as the operating period continues The following noises are normal and occur from time to time Gurgling sound caused by the refrigerant flowing through the appliance s coils Humming noise made by the compressor This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor is switch ing on Cracking popping sounds resulting from the materials contraction and expan...

Page 11: ...11 Storage Top shelf 24 cans Second shelf 38 cans Third shelf 38 cans Bottom section 15 cans BEVERAGE CAN LOADING PLAN KEG LOADING PLAN Base mold for keg barrel SIXTH BARREL KEG CORNELIUS KEG ...

Page 12: ...for a longer period of time you need to take the proper steps to protect your contents VACATION TIME Short vacations Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than two days Long vacations If the appliance will not be used for an extended period remove all items and turn off the appliance Clean and dry the interior thoroughly MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE Remove all items inside the appliance ...

Page 13: ...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 It is normal for the fan come on and off to circulate the air inside of the unit for even temperature distribution and to save energy The fan running saves energy by circulating the cool air to avoid the...

Page 14: ... failed E5 indicates the defrost heater failure E7 indicates the door switch failure Call for service The icon is lit up and flashing in the temperature display The display temperature is out of the range Only temperatures within the range 16 99 F 9 37 C the appliance can display will be shown If the tempera ture is not within this range the icon will be displayed instead That is nor mal ...

Page 15: ...ER appliance while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufa...

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