Whynter WC-241DS Use and Care Manual
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1. ieveverreces TA eee A AR kaz Sa Patti T_T _ O d Ig An bl j ji EN J zat N TAEI l Ji I s s ALLL HM J rir ZA aes 0 0 0 w hw tt e hom up we AH D OP aac eaa C J e 6 Upper Door Hinge 16 Upper Zone Air Intake Filter WEVVVEVEEVEVEV SUNUOUOECEECES i WC 181DS 4 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelves WC 241DS 6 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelves Introduction to Wine Coolers Whynter Thermoelectric Wine Coolers offer premium quality and innovative design Whether for the office the yacht or home Whynter wine coolers are a center piece of any living space Our wine coolers are designed for storing and cooling wines with vibration free thermoelectric cooling With its sleek countertop designed and stainless steel door allows for stylish and compact wine preservation in any space The thermoelectric technology operates with minimal noise and vibration ensuring the delicate wine sediment is not agitated The soft touch digital control panel provides intuitive and precise temperature con trol e Capacity WC 181DS 18 bottles WC 241DS 24 bottles e Freestanding setup e Vibration free thermoelectric cooling e Stainless steel glass door with sleek black cabinet e Removable shelves Shelf Count WC 181DS 4 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelves 1 zone divider WC2. button to raise the temperature on the control panel The temperature display will flash for 5 seconds indicating that the desired temperature is set and will revert back to its actual internal temperature NOTE The temperature inside the wine cooler is dependent on the ambient temperature room tempera ture INTERIOR LIGHT You can turn on and off the interior light by pressing the Light button on the control panel Note If zone divider is installed only the upper zone will be illuminated when interior light is turned on _ LEVELING THE APPLIANCE It is important for your appliance to be leveled in order to work properly It can be raised or lowered by rotating each of the feet on the bottom of the machine If you find that the surface is not level rotate the feet until the appliance becomes level You may need to make several adjust ments to level it We recommend using a carpenter s level to check the machine Note The WC 181DS has 3 large leveling legs and 1 small leveling leg Hil HHL under the door hinge while the WC 241DS has 4 large levelling legs a goo orooo 1 Place a carpenter s level on top of the product to see if the appliance onono is level from front to back and side to side aooo 2 Adjust the height of the feet as follows Turn the leveling feet to the 009 right to lower that side of the refrigerator Turn the leveling feet to the left to raise that side of the refrigerator B
3. 241DS 6 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelves 1 zone divider e Adjustable thermostat with temperature range from 46 F 66 F e Enhanced LCD temperature display e Soft interior LED lighting with on off switch e Solid state components for long life e Internal fan forced circulation for even temperature distribution throughout the cabinet e ETL Certified TECHNICAL DATA Tenperdure Comer Rande Upper Zone 54 F 66 F Upper Zone 54 F 66 F i g Bottom Zone 46 F 66 F Bottom Zone 46 F 66 F 4 chrome shelves 6 chrome shelves Shelves B ie 1 zone divider 1 zone divider 14 W x 20 25 D x 25 78 14 W x 20 25 D x 33 5 H Packaging Dimensions 16 25 W x 22 D x 27 75 H 16 25 W x 22 Dx 35 75 H Net Weight 33 5 Ibs 46 5 lbs Gross Weight 37 25 Ibs 53 Ibs Installation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury WARNING when using your appliance follow these basic pre cautions Read all instructions before using the appliance e DANGER or WARNING An empty wine cooler can be a hazardous for children or small pets If disposing of the wine cooler remove gasket seals latches lids or the en tire door from your unused appliance or take other action to ensure the appliance 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
4. allow air to circulate 11 Troubleshooting The appliance does not operate The appliance is not reaching the desired temperature Frost forming inside the appliance The appliance turns itself on and off frequently The appliance makes too much noise The door does not close properly Condensation builds up on the glass door Frost forming inside the appliance There is a power failure The appliance is not plugged in A house fuse has blown or the circuit breaker is tripped 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 proper ly The environment is too humid The ambient temperature is too low The door is opened too frequently for a long period of time 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 proper ly If the noise is from the fan it may be normal operating noise Contraction and expansion of the in side walls may cause popping and crackling noises The appliance is not level The appliance is not level The door was reversed and not properly installed The shelves are out of position Ambient temperature or humidity is high Drawer s blocking internal fan Items are blocking the internal fan 12 Ensure the appliance is p
5. OTTLE CAPACITY PA The listed bottle capacity for your wine cooler is an estimated maximum capacity base on a standard 750ml wine bottle For other size bottles the capacity will vary WINE SHELVES The WC 181DS wine cooler is equipped with 4 scalloped stainless shelves and 1 zone divider while the WC 241DS wine cooler is equipped with 6 scalloped stainless shelves and 1 zone divider If you are having trouble fitting the stated listed number of bottles of wine in the wine cooler try flipping the wine racks over To prevent damage to the door gasket make sure the door is all the way opened when pulling the shelves out e For easy access of the wine bottles you must pull the shelves approximately out of the railing e When removing the shelves out of the railing make sure to remove all items first e Toremove the shelves pull the shelf forward through the rail carefully NOTE It is recommended that the zone divider is installed in the middle of the cabinet This setup creates an even temperature distribution for each zone which results in the most efficient operation If the zone divid er is not installed in the middle of the cabinet the wine cooler may not be able to achieve the set tempera ture of both zones Operation and Controls TRANSPORT OF THE WINE COOLER The ideal packaging for the wine cooler is its original packaging Please keep the original packaging handy and repack the wine cooler if you need to transport the unit OPERA
6. TING THE WINE COOLER It is recommended you install the appliance in a place where the ambient temperature is between 68 78 F If the ambient temperature is above or below recommended temperatures the performance may be affect ed For example placing your Wine Cooler in extreme cold or hot conditions may cause interior tempera tures to fluctuate RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Dry W hite Wines 48 57 F DEFROSTING Under most ambient conditions the wine cooler does not need to be defrosted In cold ambient tempera tures and or high humidity some frost may build up To defrost remove all items unplug the wine cooler and leave the door open Never use a knife or other metal instrument to scrape ice frost After defrosting plug in the wine cooler and set the desired temperature PREPARING FOR STORAGE If the wine cooler will not be used for a long time or is to be moved to another place it will be necessary to defrost the unit and dry the interior 1 Disconnect the wine cooler from the power supply by removing the power plug from the wall socket 2 Leave the door open to allow for air circulation and to prevent mold mildew and unpleasant smells CAUTION Store the unit out of the reach of children If you have children you may want to take addi tional precautions such as removing the door to prevent a child from being trapped inside the wine cooler Note e If the wine cooler is unplugged encounter power lost or turne
7. cian Safety Precautions A WARNING FOLLOW WARNING CALL OUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL e Use two or more people to move and install the appliance Failure to do so can result in injury e When positioning the wine cooler ensure that there is at least a 4 clearance at the sides and a 6 clearance at the back e Please note that this is a freestanding appliance and should not be placed into a built in space Even with the recommended clearance there may not be adeguate airflow e It is recommended that you install the wine cooler in a place where the ambient temperature is between 68 F 78 F This appliance must be installed in an area protected from the element such as wind rain water spray or drips e The appliance should not be located next to ovens grills or other sources of high heat e The appliance must be installed with all electrical connections in accordance with state and local codes e The fuse or circuit breaker size should be 15 amperes e It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly For a stable installation make sure the appliance is placed on a flat level and solid surface e Ensure that the surface on which the appliance is placed is strong enough to hold the appliance and the items stored inside e This appliance is not intended for use by young children or physically challenged persons without supervision assistance Young children must be supervis
8. cw h y Whynter Dual Zone Touch Control Stainless Steel Freestanding Wine Cooler Model WC 181DS WC 241DS INSTRUCTION MANUAL JE L BD WE Davno P ran WC 181DS WC 241DS 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 Safety Precaution Parts and Controls Introduction Technical Data Installation Operation and Controls Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty Information Safety Precautions APPLIANCE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your appliance follow these basic precautions This is the Safety Alert Symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that may result in serious injury All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words DANGER or WARNING Danger means that failure to heed this safety DAN F R statement may result in severe injury or death Warning means that failure to heed this safety A WARN NG A statement may result in extensive product dam age serious injury or death a Caution means that failure to heed this safety CA 0 N statement may result in minor or moderate injury or property or equipment damage All safety messages will alert y
9. d off you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the wine cooler e When the wine cooler is used for the first time or restarted after having been shut off for a long time there could be a few degrees variance between the temperature you select and the one indicated on the display This is normal and it is due to the length of the inactivation time 10 Care and Maintenance CAUTION Failure to unplug the appliance could result in electric shock or personal injury CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE e Turn off the power unplug the appliance and remove all contents from the appliance and store them in a suitable place e Clean the inside the door seal and the inside of the glass with a clean damp cloth e Never use detergents or other substances that emit odors e Always keep the door closed when cleaning the outside of the appliance Make sure no detergent odors penetrate into the appliance e Clean the side panels and door surfaces with a clean and soft cloth If necessary use a moist cloth Al ternatively use a microfiber cloth e The humidity tray should be hand washed with water and detergent After cleaning always make sure the tray is thoroughly rinsed with clean water before replacing VACATION TIME e Short vacations Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than two days e 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 inter
10. ed to ensure safety around this or any appliance e Do not use solvent based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior These cleaners may dam age or discolor the interior e Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas Clearance between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area e Close the wine cooler immediately after putting in any items to keep the internal temperature rela tively constant e Avoid placing any objects on top of the appliance e This is an electrical appliance to avoid injury from electrical shock do not operate the unit with wet hands while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water Do not use outdoors or in wet conditions e When positioning or moving the appliance ensure that it is not turned up side down or unleveled greater than 45 e Never pull the power cord to disconnect it from the outlet Grasp the plug and pull it from the out let e Never lift carry or drag the appliance by the power cord e This appliance is designed for household non commercial use only Any other use will void the warranty e Do not plug into the power outlet before set up is completed e Do not cut or remove the ground prong from the power cord e Do not move this appliance without emptying it and securing the door in a closed position WC 181DS WC 241DS e 0 lt _ lt lt i NZ ete a
11. hazard or explosion Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE e Remove the exterior and interior packing e Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth INSTALLATION OF YOUR APPLIANCE e Please note that this is a freestanding appliance and should not be placed into a built in space e WARNING Do not store or install the appliance outdoors e CAUTION This appliance is designed for storing and cooling beverage or wines Do not store per ishable food medicine or other medical products e Place your appliance on a hard and level floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded e To level your appliance adjust the leveling legs at the bottom of the appliance if needed e When positioning this freestanding wine cooler ensure that there is at least a 4 clearance at the sides and a 6 clearance at the back Please note that this is a freestanding appliance and should not be placed into a built in space Even with the recommended clearance there may not be ade quate airflow e We do not recommend installing the appliance on carpet e 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 perfo
12. iance Move items so they do not block the fan ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Whynter Thermoelectric Wine Cooler is warranted to the original owner within the 48 continental states for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Should your Whynter Thermoelectric Wine Cooler prove defective within one year from the date of purchase return the defective part or unit freight prepaid within two months of purchase after two months to one year customer will be responsible for freight cost to Whynter s service department along with an explana tion of the claim to Whynter LLC Please package the Whynter Thermoelectric Wine Cooler carefully in its original packaging material to avoid damage in transit Please retain the origi nal box and packaging material Under this warranty Whynter will repair or replace any parts found defective This warranty is not transferable After the expiration of the warranty the cost of labor and parts will be the responsibility of the original owner of the unit THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER e Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes earthquakes and torna does e Damage accidental or otherwise to the Whynter Thermoelectric Wine Cooler while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship e Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in
13. ior thoroughly MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE e Remove all items inside the appliance e Securely tape down we recommend using painter s tape all loose items shelves inside your appli ance e Turn the adjustable legs up to the base to avoid damage e Tape we recommend using painter s tape the door shut e Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation and protect the exterior of appliance with a blanket or similar item PREPARING FOR STORAGE If the appliance will not be used for a long time or is to be moved to another place it will be necessary to defrost the unit and dry the interior 1 Disconnect the appliance from the power supply by removing the power plug from the wall socket 2 Leave the door open to allow for air circulation and to prevent mold mildew and unpleasant smells CAUTION Store the unit out of the reach of children If you have children you may want to take additional precautions such as removing the door to prevent a child from being trapped inside the ap pliance ENERGY SAVING TIPS e The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances and out of any direct sunlight e Ensure that the appliance is adequately ventilated Never obstruct the air vents e Close the door tightly and do not open the appliance too frequently or for a long period of time e Store the content in an organized way e Do not over fill the appliance to
14. lugged in and the power outlet has power Replace the broken fuse or reset the break er Adjust the temperature Keep the appliance away from sunshine 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 Although this unit uses an auto defrost sys tem under certain conditions manual de frosting may required If frost builds up try running the cooler on a warmer tempera ture setting Close the door tightly and do not open the door too frequently or for a long period of time Unplug the unit to allow the frost to melt Decrease or increase the ambient room temperature To minimize internal temperature fluctua tion 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 fan makes normal fan noises Some popping or cracking noises are nor mal They are caused by expansion and contraction of the inside walls due to tem perature changes Make sure the unit is on a hard and level surface Do not place the appliance on car pet Make sure the appliance is on a hard and level surface Avoid placing the appliance on a carpeted or soft surface Reinstall door Correctly install the shelves Lower the room humidity by a dehumidifier or air conditioner Move drawer s to the bottom portion of the appl
15. lways 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 CORD Because of potential safety hazards it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL CUL Listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes Operation and Controls It is recommended that you install the wine cooler in a place where the ambient temperature is between 68 F 78 F If the ambient temperature is above or below recommended temperatures the performance of the unit may be affected For example placing in extreme cold or hot conditions may cause interior temperature to fluctuate thus the set temperature may not be achievable GH le Bz lelle Up Down Top Light Bottom SETTING THE TEMPERATURE The unit has two separate temperature zones The temperature range of upper zone can be set between 54 F and 66 F while the bottom zone can be set between 46 F and 66 F To set the desired temperature press the Y button to lower the temperature or A
16. ou to know what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and let you Know what can happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES Before the appliance is used it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual please read the manual carefully To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using the appliance follow basic precaution including the following A DANGER e Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet do not remove grounding prong do not use an adapter and do not use an extension cord e Do not use if the power supply cord is damaged If damaged it must be replaced by a qualified electri clan e t is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your appliance be provided Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain e Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids or harsh chemicals These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion e Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the appliance or any other appliance e Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations make sure to unplug the appliance e Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug with wet hands e Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified techni
17. rmance do not install the appliance behind a cabinet door or block the base grille Extreme cold ambient tempera tures may also cause the appliance not to perform properly e Avoid locating the appliance in area that may be exposed to excessive moisture e Plug in the appliance into an exclusive grounded wall power outlet Do not under any circumstanc es 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 Installation ELECTRICAL CONNECTION rN WARNING Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock If the power cord is damaged have it replaced by a qualified electrician or contact Whynter Service Department This appliance requires a standard 115 120 Volt AC 60Hz electrical ground outlet with three prong Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded The cord should be secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury The appliance should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the appliance This provides the best performance and also prevent over loading house wiring circuits that could cause a fire hazard from overheated Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord A
18. the instructions e Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear e Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer e Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MER CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR WHYNTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT AL LOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRIT TEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE To obtain service or information contact Whynter LLC via email at service whynter com or call 866 WHYNTER Product contents and specifications may change without notice Copyright 2014 Whynter LLC WWW WHYNTER COM 13
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