Coolworks JC-128UEX-F User manual
Wine Cooler
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Instruction Manual
Wine Cooler
Model No. JC-128UEX-F
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Table of Contents
Table Of Contents
Technical Specifications
General Safety Rules
Parts and Features
Installation
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Warranty
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Technical Specifications
Model : JC-128UEX-F
Dimensions (WxDxH) : 20.3” x 21.7” x 31.5”
Net capacity : 128 L
Capacity bottle : 37 Bottles
Temperature range : 4-16 °C
: R600aRefrigerant
Rated Voltage / Frequency : 115 V / 60 Hz
Noise lvel (dB) : 42 dB
General Safety Rules
Before you use your wine cooler, please read this owner’s manual carefully.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this owner’s manual.
1. DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old wine cooler or
2. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
3. The appliance must be correctly installed and connected to the power supply in
accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. (See “Installation”)
4. The main power supply must be properly grounded.
5. This wine cooler must be positioned so that the plug is accessible. Never unplug your
unit often by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
7. When transporting the wine cooler, keep the unit in the upright position. Do not tilt the
appliance beyond 45° or place the unit in upside-down position. Do not tip over.
8. Do not touch the cooled surfaces while the appliance operates, especially not with wet
hands, because the skin may stick to the cold surfaces.
9. It is recommended that the wine cooler be positioned away from any combustible
sources such as gas, petrol, alcohol, lacquer, oil, etc. These materials should not be stored
in the wine cooler under any circumstances.
10. If the unit fails to cool properly and food items get spoiled, dispose of spoiled food as
needed.
11. Unplug your unit before cleaning or before making any repairs. NOTE: If for any reason
this product requires service, we strongly recommend that a certified technician perform
the service. Repairs made by non-qualified personnel will void the warranty.
12. Do not defrost the appliance with other electric devices (hair dryer, etc.) and never
scrape the ice or frost layer with sharp tools. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
13. The rating plate is located inside the appliance or outside on the rear or side wall.
14. This appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
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15. Do not run cord over carpeting or other heat insulators. Do not cover the power cord.
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector end.
16. Do not operate your wine cooler in the presence of explosive fumes.
DANGER: Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. This appliance can
be repaired by trained service personnel only. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
All safety precautions must be followed.
CAUTION:
• Risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of property in accordance with federal or local
regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.
• Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not open appliance or
attempt to service this unit.
• Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing; follow handling
instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used.
WARNING: Do not allow an open flame or fire near the unit.
NOTE: Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service
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Contents
Parts and Features
1 1 Light
2 5 Shelves
3 2 Adjustable Legs
4 1 Touch Control Panel
5 1 Glass Door
Ref Qty Description
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NOTE: If your wine cooler has been tilted for any reason, wait 24 hours before plugging it in.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - SHOCK HAZARD
NOTE: This unit is for indoor use only.
Installation
Unpacking your Wine Cooler
• Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding
the wine cooler accessories inside and outside.
• Inspect and remove any remaining packing, tape or printed materials before powering on
the wine cooler.
Levelling your Wine Cooler
•Your wine cooler has two levelling legs which are located in the front corners. After
properly placing your wine cooler in its final position, you can level your wine cooler.
•Levelling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to lower your wine cooler or by
turning them counterclockwise to raise your wine cooler. The wine cooler door will close
more easily when the two front levelling legs are extended slightly.
Proper Air Circulation
•To ensure that your wine cooler works a ciency it was designed for, you
should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation and electrical
connections.
•The following are recommended clearances around the appliance:
Sides…………….. 2”(50mm)
Top ................... 2”(50mm)
Back ................. 2”(50mm)
•Do not overfill your wine cooler for proper cooling.
Drip Tray
•Ensure the drip tray in the rear of the unit is in the proper position.
Electrical Requirements
•Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amp outlet) with proper grounding
to power the wine cooler.
•Avoid the use of three-prong adapt the third grounding prong in order to
accommodate a two-prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no
Installation Limitations
•Do not install your wine cooler in any location not properly insulated or heated (e.g.
garage, etc.). Your wine cooler was not designed to operate in ambient temperature
settings below 13˚C.
•Select a suitable location for the wine cooler on a hard-even surface away from direct
sunlight or heat source (e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances, etc.). Any
floor unevenness should be corrected with the levelling legs located on the front and rear
bottom corners of the wine cooler.
•Your wine cooler is designed for freestanding installation only. It is not designed for
built-in application.
Use of Extension Cords
•Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions.
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NOTE: It is normal for the actual temperature to vary slightly during normal operation.
PLEASE NOTE: The light will not turn “ON” if the locking function is activated.
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Operating Instructions
Initial Setup
1. Plug the unit into a functional electrical outlet. You will hear a beep, which is normal. The
display will revert to the actual internal temperature.
2. The control panel will be active. You must press before accessing any of the
control pads.
Control Panel Settings
The temperature of your wine cooler can be adjusted in a range of 4°C to 16°C.
The LED display shows the actual internal temperature. Your wine cooler when it is first turned
on, will have a factory setting of 8°C.
Control Panel (Fig. 1)
Control Panel Auto-Lock
Your wine cooler has an automatic control panel lock. You may manually activate or deactivate
the control panel lock by pressing the control pad To operate any of the functions on the
control panel, press the control pad before making a selection. The control panel lock will
automatically activate if the control panel is not touched for 30 seconds.
Manual Temperature Setting
The temperature of your wine cooler can be adjusted in a range of 4°C to 16°C.
The temperature may be set anywhere within this range by pressing the and pads. The
temperature can be displayed in Celsius only.
1. Press the control pad .
2. After the beep, press the or pad to increase or decrease the temperature in
increments of one degree. The LED readout will reflect each change to the temperature
setting.
3. Once the desired setting has been reached, press the control panel pad.
Interior Light (see Fig. 1)
•To complement the look of your wine cooler, a soft light has been built into the wine
cooler.
•Simply push the pad and the light comes on, push again to turn o . For maximum
Shelving (See Fig. 2)
To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:
1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely removed.
2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf back.
(Fig. 2)
Normal Operating Sounds
•Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of the refrigerant
circulating through the cooling coils.
•Compressor makes operational sounds when cycling on and o .
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WARNING: To avoid electric shock, always unplug your wine cooler before cleaning.
Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury.
CAUTION: Before using cleaning products, always read and follow manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage.
Maintenance Troubleshooting
Warranty
General:
•Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm water.
Use sponge or soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to wipe down your wine
cooler.
•Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
•Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated
detergents, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicals may damage
and/or discolour your wine cooler.
Door Gaskets:
•Clean door gaskets every three months according to general instructions. Gaskets must
be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal.
•Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable
and ensure a good seal.
Defrosting Your Wine Cooler
Your wine cooler includes a manual defrosting feature. The wine cooler surfaces will defrost
when the unit is unplugged. Water from the unit is eliminated automatically, by being
channeled onto a drip tray located on the compressor. Heat transfer from the compressor
causes this water to evaporate.
Power Interruptions
•Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other causes.
Unplug your wine cooler from AC outlet when a power outage occurs. When power has
been restored, plug power cord to AC outlet.
•The unit will revert to the factory setting of 8°C after any power outage. Reset your
temperature selection.
Vacation and Moving Care
For long vacations or absences, empty wine cooler contents, unplug the unit and clean the
wine cooler and door gaskets according to “General cleaning” section. Prop door open, so air
can circulate inside. When moving, always move the wine cooler vertically. Do not move with
the unit lying down. Possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
•Check if control panel locking function is on.Control Panel
does not respond
•If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer
setting and allow several hours for temperature to adjust.
Temperature is
too cold
•Check if wine cooler is plugged in.
•Check if there is power at the AC outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.
•Check if power pad is on.
Wine cooler does
not operate
•This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during high
temperature and humid days.
•Door may have been opened frequently or for an extended period
of time.
•Check gasket for proper seal.
•Check to see if door is completely closed.
Wine cooler runs
too frequently
•Frequent door openings.
•Allow time for recently added beverages to reach proper temperature.
•Check gaskets for proper seal.
•Adjust temperature control to cooler setting.
Temperature
appears too
warm
•Level the wine cooler.
•Check for blockages.
Wine cooler door
does not shut
properly
•This is normal during high humidity periods.
•Prolonged or frequent door openings.
•Check door gaskets for proper seal.
Moisture build-up
on interior or
exterior of the
wine cooler
Trouble Suggested Remedy
Your Coolworks wine cooler has warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Please keep your proof of purchase
(receipt) for any warranty claims. Warranty does not cover wear and tear, and damages arisen
from misuse or use not in accordance with the product instructions.
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