Vinotemp VT-CAVA2E Use and Care Manual
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1. PROUD HERITAGE EXPERIENCE amp QUALITY DUAL ZONE CREDENZA WINE CELLAR VT CAVA2D VT CAVA2D RM VT CAVA2ZE OWNER S MANUAL YOUR WINE CELLAR This unit can be used for storage and or service The unit has two wine glass racks two cooling compartments two glass doors and soft interior lighting to elegantly display your wine This furniture style wine cellar uses thermoelectric cooling Optimal temperature levels and performance of this unit depends on proper care placement and ambient temperature SERVING WINES Storing wines at the proper temperature is important To preserve them as long as possible wine should be stored at approximately 55 Fahrenheit However the chart below suggests the optimal drinking temperature for the different styles of wine C F Wine Style 19 66 Armagnac Brandy Cognac 18 64 Full Bodied Red wines Shiraz 17 62 Tawny Port 15 59 Medium Bodied Red Wines 14 57 Amontillado Sherry 13 55 Light Bodied Red Wines 12 54 Full Bodied White Wines 11 52 Medium Bodied White Wines 10 50 Ros Light Bodied White Wines 9 48 Vintage Sparkling 8 46 Fino Sherry 7 45 Non Vintage Sparkling General Operating Instructions Remove all external and internal packaging from your wine cellar Be sure that all parts have been included before discarding any packaging materials You may want2. 1 2 Drawer 3 Pull out Serving Tray 4 Thermostat Knob Type Item Number Bottle Capacity Dimension WxDxH Net Weight Gross Weight Capacity Rated Voltage Temperature Range Rated Frequency Input Power 5 Door 6 Door Handle 7 Wine Bottle Racks 8 Stemware Racks 2 Temp VT CAVA2D Approx 36 54 x 22 x 40 244 2 Lbs 273 37 Lbs 3 6 Cu Ft 110 120V 53 64 F 60Hz 140W Note Each compartment has one individual temperature control dial The actual cabinet temperature in a thermoelectric unit is dependent upon the ambient temperature The above mentioned temperatures are approximations and based on an average ambient room temperature of 77 F 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury 1 Use this appliance only as described in this manual Other uses are not recommended and may cause fire electric shock or injury 2 This product is intended for indoor household use only 3 Remove all packaging material before operation This includes adhesive tape holding the wine cooler accessories and packaging support accessible from behind the wood cabinet Plastic bags screws etc should be kept out of reach of children 4 To protect against electric shock do not immerse unit plug or co
3. EFORE plugging in your appliance Installation of Your Appliance This appliance is designed to be free standing only and should not be recessed or built in e Do not install this unit in any area that is not properly insulated or heated such as a garage e Leave at least 8 space from back wall e Leave at least 6 space for each side e Place your appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded e Floor should be level e Locate the appliance away from direct sunlight and sources of heat stove heater radiator etc Direct sunlight may affect the coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also prohibit the unit from performing properly 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com 7 Avoid locating the unit in moist areas Never put heavy articles on top of the unit Avoid placing the unit in areas where there may be electrical interference Plug the appliance into an exclusive 115V 60Hz 15A wall outlet with proper grounding 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 certified electrician or a service center authorized by Venting Proper ventilation must be maintained in order to insure the proper function and reliability of the unit There a
4. NOTICE Upon receipt and inspection of unit the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged Contact our customer service at 1 800 777 8466 or info vinotemp com The manufacturer has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice WARNING Please do not place the unit within reach of children For adult use only contact info vinotemp com with any questions or visit www vinotemp com 17621 S Susana Road Rancho Dominguez CA 90221 www vinotemp com Vinotemp is a registered trademark of Vinotemp International All products features and services are subject to change without notice We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document We disclaim liability for errors omissions or future changes 2012 Vinotemp International All rights reserved
5. a of the room away from heat producing appliances and away from direct sunlight Do not leave the door open for long periods of time 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common wine cellar problems easily saving you the cost of a possible service call Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before contacting Vinotemp at info vinotemp com PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE e Unit is not plugged in Appliance does e There is no power at the wall outlet not operate e The circuit breaker tripped or there is a blown fuse e The cooler is not turned on e Check the temperature control setting for each zone Adjust to a colder setting if needed Wine is too e External environment may be too warm W rin e The door has been opened frequently e Wine bottles were recently added allow enough time for wine to reach desired temperature e The door gaskets do not seal properly e Check the temperature control setting for each Wine is too cold zone Adjust to warmer setting if needed Moisture builds e This is normal during periods of increased humidity up on coolers e Door has been opened for long periods of time interior or e Door has been opened frequently exterior e Door gaskets do not seal properly e The appliance is not level The doors won t e The door magnetic seal is dirty close prope
6. e density grain color tone and shade of wood is unavoidable Seller does not guarantee the texture color tone or shade of the wood nor does seller guarantee the colorfastness of wood or against peeling chipping cracking or scratching Note Unfinished wood is subject to warping all wood surfaces must be sealed before placing cellar into service Improper placement of the unit will void the warranty By Vinotemp in writing any third party repair facility must be pre approved before providing parts free of charge This limited warranty does not cover damage due to such things as accident misuse abuse mishandling neglect acts of God fires earthquakes floods high winds government war riot or labor trouble strikes lockouts delay of carrier unauthorized repair or any other cause beyond the control of the Seller whether similar or dissimilar to the foregoing Seller is not responsible for any damages caused to Purchaser s property resulting from the good This limited warranty applies only inside the Continental US Alaska Puerto Rico and Hawaii are not warranted For Non New Units Scratch amp Dent Refurbished Floor Models warranty for compressor units is 90 days from your dated invoice and 30 days for thermoelectric units parts for function only not cosmetic defects These units are refurbished and sold as is Purchaser assumes risks to the quality and performance of goods and assumes the costs of all necessary service or repair
7. educe the risk of fire electric shock or personal injury unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing WARNING Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old wine cellar remove the door and leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside CORD INSTRUCTIONS A For your protection this unit should be properly grounded Unit is equipped with a 3 conductor cord set that has molded 3 prong grounding circuit Grounding Conductor type plug and should be used in combination Connected with properly connected grounding type outlet as shown figure re Grounding Prong It is not recommended to use this wine cellar with an extension cord or power board Please ensure that the appliance is plugged directly into the electrical outlet Avoid the use of three plug adapters and do not alter the plug under any circumstance INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before Using Your Appliance e Remove the exterior and interior packaging e Check to be sure you have all necessary parts and an owner s manual e Before connecting the appliance to the power source let it stand upright for approximately 24 hours This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation e Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth and leave doors open to air out the unit B
8. f delivery Any damages due to manufacture defects will be handled directly with Vinotemp International subject to the limited warranty All sales are final and unless authorized in writing by the Seller Purchaser may not return the goods under any circumstance If Purchaser refuses to accept the goods under any circumstance the Purchaser is liable for the return and cost of freight both ways and if Seller does take back the goods there will be a restocking service fee that is 35 of the purchase price of the goods Product must be in original packaging Built to Order products including Cabinets Racking and Accessories are non returnable Purchaser must notify Seller of non conforming goods within four days of delivery after which time all goods are deemed accepted If an order has been placed and production has started cancellation of your order will be a 15 charge If Purchaser tenders payment with a check that has insufficient funds NSF or stops payment on a check or credit card for any reason Purchaser agrees to pay for all costs associated with the Seller s collection or litigation of such a claim including without limitation extra damages court costs and attorneys fees Finance charges begin the date of invoice Collection fees plus NSF fee of 50 will be added to your invoice which you agree to promptly pay Title to the goods does not pass until payment is received in full by Seller and Seller retains a security interest in
9. not covered herein For Element Grills via Element Products LLC grills have a 1 year comprehensive parts warranty on entire product Three years limited parts warranty covering the stainless burner and a thirty day limited parts warranty on grill accessories If grill is defective and unused plus all packaging and parts are intact we will either replace the grill or provide service to repair the grill Returned product must accompany all original packaging and parts and is subject to our 35 restocking fee and freight both ways With Wine Mate products if the customer calls and the product is defective you must obtain a letter from your qualified refrigeration technician at the customers cost to verify that the unit was installed properly with proper ventilation and the unit is truly malfunctioning due to manufacture defect Purchaser understands and acknowledges that the goods sold here are wine cellars cigar humidors and or other similar units which house wine or cigars Purchaser assumes all risk of using these units including risk of spoilage humidity variations temperature variations leaks fire water damage mold mildew dryness and similar and any other perils that might occur Seller is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages and there are no warranties expressed or implied which extend beyond the Limited Warranty described above Warranty and liability are non transferable The implied warranties of merchan
10. rd in water or other liquids Avoid locating the unit in moist areas 5 Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the unit 6 Unplug unit from the wall outlet when not in use when moving from one location to another or before cleaning 7 To disconnect the appliance grip the plug and pull it from the wall outlet Never pull by the cord 8 Do not operate the appliance in the presence of explosive and or flammable fumes 9 Do not place the appliance or any of its parts near an open flame cooking or other heating appliances 10 Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug If the product malfunctions or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner do not use 11 The use of attachments is not recommended and may be hazardous 12 A loose fitting plug may cause overheating or warp the plug Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlets 13 This appliance is designed for freestanding use only not meant for built in installation 14 The wine cellar is intended for use in a controlled ambient location such that the ambient temperature does not exceed 110 F 15 Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat stove heater radiator etc 16 If for any reason this product requires service a certified technician should conduct the service 17 Do not under any circumstances obstruct ventilation areas located on the wine cooler and the wood cabinet WARNING To r
11. re vents and openings strategically located on the wood cabinet in order to insure air flow Do not block these areas or modify the cabinet under any circumstance Do not overfill your wine cellar for proper internal air circulation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature adjustment The temperature inside the wine cooler can be adjusted between Min and Max settings using the rotary switch located on the upper corners of each cooling compartment The actual cabinet temperature in a thermal electric unit is dependent on the ambient room temperature When the ambient temperature is below the set temperature the wine cooler will not operate until the ambient temperature increases to higher than the set temperature Interior light There are lights located inside the cooler for your viewing convenience Light switches activate the lights Under normal operation it is best for the light to remain off Important When using the wine cellar for the first time allow at least 24 hours for the internal temperature to adjust properly Make sure there are at least three to five bottles in each compartment CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Appliance Turn off the unit unplug the appliance and remove all items including the shelves Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution The solution should be about 3 4 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of warm water Use a sponge or
12. rly e The shelves are out of position e Wine bottles inside the unit are too long TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY Vinotemp International Seller and the person or entity that acquires these goods from Seller Purchaser hereby fully agree to the following terms and conditions of the sale Shipping fees are the responsibility of the Purchaser whether freight prepaid or freight collect Seller assumes no responsibility for the goods sold to the Purchaser once the goods have left the Seller s premises including but not limited to late delivery by the moving carrier or for events caused by any difficulty carrier incurs in attempting to fit the goods into the Purchaser s place of business or residence due to the size of the goods or otherwise Purchaser assumes all responsibility for delivery payment of freight access measurement installation hook up wiring moving and storage of the goods The transportation of all goods is subject to the terms and conditions which the moving carrier imposes on Purchaser including but not limited to additional charges imposed per flight of stairs and or additional charges resulting from the carrier s inability to safely and or adequately use the building elevator to lift the goods to an upper floor Any claim for damages incurred during shipment by the carrier of the goods are insured and handled directly with the carrier and must be noted at time o
13. soft cloth Do not allow cleaning solution to come into contact with the wood cabinet Wash the shelves with mild detergent solution Wipe the outside cabinet with furniture polish and clean soft cloth Do not use harsh chemicals abrasives ammonia chlorine bleach concentrated detergents solvents or metal scouring pads as some of these chemicals may dissolve damage and or discolor your wine cooler Power Failure Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your appliance Minimize the number of times the door is opened to maintain the internal temperature Remove the power cord from the outlet when a power outage occurs When power has been restored re plug the power cord into the outlet Vacation Time Short vacations Leave the appliance operating during vacations of less than three weeks Long vacations If the appliance will not be used for at least several months remove all items and unplug the unit from the wall outlet Clean and dry the interior thoroughly To prevent odor and mold growth leave the doors open slightly Moving Your Appliance Remove all items Securely tape down all loose items shelves inside your appliance Tape the door shut Ensure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation Protect the outside of the unit with a blanket or with similar item Energy Saving Tips The appliance should be located in the coolest are
14. tability and of fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly disclaimed Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or a waiver of the implied warranties of fitness and or merchantability so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Seller disclaims any indemnification for claims of infringement of any intellectual property of protectable nature In the event of any dispute between Seller and Purchaser arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or to the goods sold generally Purchaser must first file a written claim with Seller within ten days of the occurrence giving rise to the claim and wait an additional thirty days for a response before initiating any legal action The sale and all terms are subject to California law Any legal proceeding arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or to the goods sold generally shall be brought solely and exclusively in the County of Los Angeles In no event may Purchaser initiate any legal proceeding more than six months after the occurrence of the event giving rise to the dispute The above terms and conditions are the only ones governing this transaction and Seller makes no oral representations of any kind These Terms and Conditions can only be modified in writing signed by both Purchaser and Seller 10 12 SERVICE amp IMPORTANT
15. the goods until they are paid for in full Statute of limitations must be handled in arbitration in the County of Los Angeles LIMITED WARRANTY Seller warrants that the goods will be free of defects in materials and workmanship as follows Furniture style wood wine cabinets made in the U S all cooling unit parts for a period of 5 five years cabinetry and labor uninstalled for a period of 12 twelve months from date of sale For the metal cabinet wine units parts and labor for cooling system and cabinetry for a period of 12 twelve months from date of sale Thermoelectric Units 90 ninety days from the date of sale including Wine Coolers Beer Dispensers Humidor Portofino Wood Cellars and Refrigerators Wine Mate Split Systems and installed products are parts only for 1 year no labor Other Wine Mate Cooling Systems are 5 years parts 1 year labor Wine Accessories and Racking Systems are not warranted There is no warranty on parts purchased separately Removal and re installation of unit is not included in warranted labor Purchaser s exclusive remedy is limited at Seller s option to repair or replace defective part s with either new or factory reconditioned part s Purchaser is responsible for shipping the unit pre paid to designated facility and Seller will pay return shipping charges in the continental United States for items repaired under warranty within 12 twelve months from date of sale Since the natural variation in textur
16. to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date Upon receipt and inspection of unit the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged Contact our customer service at 1 800 777 8466 or info vinotemp com e Let the unit rest UNPLUGGED for 24 hours once you have it placed in your home e Please fully read the instruction manual e Save these instructions Please read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using To register your product visit http www vinotemp com Warranty aspx Register your warranty within 10 days of receiving the unit Please be sure to retain your proof of purchase 17621 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez California 90221 info vinotemp com Table of Contents PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS a a 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 CORD INSTRUCTIONS Yu a a aeaa 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS oirre aa 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 CLEANING AND 9 cc ius ccaetiae coun cdanisceedcetdenctantdantiancteecian 10 TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY 11 SERVICE amp IMPORTANT NOTICE 11 PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS Cabinet
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