LE CACHE LOFT 1200 User manual

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LOFT 1200
Owner’s Manual
Le Cache Premium Wine Cabinets
531 Mercantile Drive
Cotati, CA 94931
[phone]
www.lecache.com

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1. Your Wine cabinet
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 Wine Cooler
DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not only problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still
dangerous… even if they will “just sit in the garage for a few days”.
Before you throw away an old wine Cooler: Take off the door. Leave the shelves in place so that children
may not climb inside easily.
Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.
Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors in the vicinity of this appliance. The fumes can
create a fire hazard or explosion. -Save these instructions-
2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Wine Cooler
Remove the exterior and interior packing.
Before connecting the Wine Cooler to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2 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 left side of the door.
Location of Your Wine Cooler
This appliance is designed for free standing installation or can be built-in (fully recessed).
Place your Wine Cooler on a floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded. To level your

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Wine Cooler, adjust the front leveling leg at the bottom of the Wine Cooler.
Locate the Wine Cooler away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.).Direct
sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme
cold ambient temperatures may also cause the unit not to perform properly.
Avoid locating the unit in humid areas.
Plug the Wine Cooler into a dedicated, properly installed-grounded wall 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 certified electrician or an authorized products
service center.
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance
The door of this appliance has the capability of opening from either the left or right side. The unit is delivered
to you with the door opening from the left side. If you desire to reverse the opening direction, please see
instructions below:

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3. OPERATING YOUR WINE COOLER
The wine cellar should be placed where the ambient temperature is between 32-100 degrees Fahrenheit
(0-38°C). If the ambient temperature is above or below this range, the performance of the unit may be affected.
For example, placing your unit in extreme cold or hot conditions may cause interior temperatures to fluctuate,
and the range of 41-64 degrees Fahrenheit (5-18°C) may not be reached.
Dual zone control panel:
ON/OFF Power
To turn ON/OFF the appliance, press the ON/OFF button.
Setting the Temperature Control
Each cooling compartment of the wine Cooler (upper & lower) is independently controlled. To set the
temperature, connect the power cord to a properly grounded outlet. In the event of a power interruption, all
previous temperature settings are automatically saved and each compartment will keep the previous
temperature setting.
Set the desired cooling temperature by pressing the buttons “SELECT” to choose the “UPPER” or “LOWER”
compartment and then press the “UP” or “DOWN” to set your desired temperature . Each depression of the
buttons will scroll through the available temperature settings (for each compartment) in increments of 1 degree.
The temperature selected will be shown in the window while setting it and then revert to the actual temperature
five seconds after being set
Upper compartment: This section is where the cold air originates in the unit so the top section is designed for
colder temperatures for white or sparkling wines. The temperature setting can be adjusted from 41°F to 60°F
(5°C to 15°C).
Lower compartment: This section is warmer than the upper compartment. The temperature setting can be
adjusted from 45°F to 64°F (7°C to 18°C).
NOTE:
The lower section temperature must be set 4°F warmer than the upper section –the Down button will not
respond if set-point is depressed in this scenario.
If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit and if
you attempt to restart before this time delay, the Wine Cooler will not start.
When you use the wine Cooler for the first time or restart the wine Cooler 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
LED readout. This is normal and it is due to the length of the activation time. Once the wine Cooler has run for a
few hours everything will be back to normal.
Interior Light
You can turn the interior light ON or OFF by pressing the button marked with the “light” symbol. If you would like
to turn off the light just press the “light” button again.
Door Lock
The keys are located inside the plastic bag that contains the User’s Manual. Insert the key into the lock, and turn
it counterclockwise to unlock the door. To lock the door, do the reverse operation making sure the metal pin is
engaged completely. Remove the key and place it is a secure place for safekeeping.

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4. LAYOUT AND STORAGE
Your cabinet was designed to be flexible, to be able to adapt to your requirements
HOW TO USE YOUR STORAGE SHELF
●Loading the Shelves
Max Capacity: 11 x 750ml bottles
Max Weight: 55lbs/25kgs
Note: Larger format bottles may result in less bottles per shelf –but the shelves should accommodate ten bottles
assuming the more common 750ml formats. Our bottle count for this unit assumes 10 bottles per shelf.
●Removing the Shelves
To move a sliding shelf:
1. Remove all bottles
2. Pull out the shelf
3. Adjust the lever as shown below
4. Pull out the shelf

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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR LAYOUT AND STORAGE OF YOUR WINE CABINET
Your cabinet was designed to store a maximum number of bottles in total security. We recommend that you
observe the tips below to optimize loading.
-Spread your bottles out as evenly as possible over the shelves, so that weight is not concentrated in one area. Also
make sure your bottles do not touch the back of the cabinet, or the step at bottom.
-Also make sure that bottles are not all grouped together at the top or bottom of the cabinet.
-Observe the loading instructions provided in this section and never stack bottles on a sliding shelf.
-Never try to pull out more than one sliding shelf at a time.
PLEASE NOTE
Before modifying your cabinet’s original configuration in any way, be sure to ask your dealer for advice.
5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Wine Cooler
Turn off the power, unplug the appliance, and remove all items including shelves and rack.
Wash the inside surfaces with warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2
tablespoons of baking soda with a quart of water.
Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution.
Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft
cloth.
Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your appliance if
you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time,
you need to take the proper steps to protect your contents.
Vacation time
Short vocations: Leave the Wine Cooler operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vocations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all items and turn off the
appliance. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent door and mold growth, leave the door open slightly:
blocking it open if necessary.
Moving Your Wine Cooler
Remove all items.
Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
Turn the adjustable leg up to the base to avoid damage.
Tape the door shut.
Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect outside of
appliance with a blanket, or similar item.
Energy saving Tips
The Wine Cooler should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances, and
out of the direct sunlight.

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6. PROBLEMS WITH YOUR WINE COOLER
You can solve many common Le Cache Loft Wine cooler problems easily, thereby saving you the cost of a possible
service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Wine Cooler does not operate.
Not plugged in.
The appliance is turned off.
The circuit breaker is tripped or there is a blown fuse (see section 8
for details)
Wine Cooler is not cold enough.
Check the temperature control setting.
External environment may require a higher setting.
The door is being opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
Turns on and off frequently.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of wine has been added to the cooler.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The light does not work.
Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker is tripped or there is a blown fuse (Sect. 8)
The bulb has burned out.
The light button is “OFF”.
There appears to be excessive vibration.
Check to assure that the cooler is level.
The Wine Cooler makes too much noise.
The rattling noise may come from the flow of the refrigerant, which is
normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling sounds caused by the
flow of refrigerant.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping
and crackling noises.
The Wine Cooler is not level.
The door will not close properly.
The Wine Cooler is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves are out of position.
E1 on temperature readout.
Occurs when top section is warmer than the lower section.
Usually seen when door is opened but will go away once
temperatures in the sections are equalized or balanced.

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7. CODES FOR THE 1200 LOFT
Code
Description
Solution
E1
Temperature in upper zone is 4 degrees higher
than lower zone
E1 will usually disappear within an hour
when system equalizes
F1
If evaporator temperature lower than 0°F then
compressor stops and in defrost mode
Wait for three hours and check again –
once temperature above 39°F alarm
disappears
F2
If compressor runs for 8 hours continuously then
unit enters defrost and compressor turns off for
20 minutes
Reset by unplugging unit if F2 alarm
persists
C1
Upper zone sensor has an open circuit and is
not functioning –Compressor stops running.
Socket/plug on circuit board marked “UP”
has poor connection - Repair. Damaged
sensor or control board –Repair or
replace.
C2
Lower zone sensor has an open circuit and is
not functioning –Compressor stops running.
Socket/plug on circuit board marked
“DOWN” has poor connection - Repair.
Damaged sensor or control board –
Repair or replace.
C3
Evaporator sensor has an open circuit and is not
functioning –Compressor stops running.
Socket/plug on circuit board marked
“PTC” has poor connection - Repair.
Damaged sensor or control board –
Repair or replace.
U1
Upper zone sensor has a short in the line and is
not functioning –Compressor stops running.
Replace sensor connected to circuit
board plug marked “UP”. Repair or
replace control board.
U2
Lower zone sensor has a short in the line and is
not functioning –Compressor stops running.
Replace sensor connected to circuit
board plug marked “DOWN”. Repair or
replace control board.
U3
Evaporator sensor has a short in the line and is
not functioning –Compressor stops running.
Replace sensor connected to circuit
board plug marked “PTC”. Repair or
replace control board.
Alarm
sounds
If buzzer sounds temperature is lower than 32°F
or higher than 69°F.
If persists, contact dealer.

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8. FUSE REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect the wine AC power supply. Remove sliding shelves above the control panel.
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws holding down the cover over the control panel.
3. Inside you will see the power driver board, cable, and transformers.
4. By hand remove the fuse box cover and check fuse. If blown then replace it.
Cover on top of
controller
Four screws
on control
panel
Power driver
board
Transformers
Fuse box
Fuse location

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9. TECHNICAL DATA
LOFT 1200
Volume(L/gals)
405/105
Storage
( 750 ML/Bottles)
153
(display row of 16 bottles, 13 rows of 10
bottles, bottom row of 7 bottles)
Type of cooling
Compressor & air-circulated fan cooling
Climate type
N
Electricity protection grade
I
Nominal voltage/Frequency
110V / 60HZ
Rated power(W)
200W
Ambient temperature
0-38°C / 32-100°F
Temperature range
5-18°C/41-64°F
Lower section: 7-18°C / 45-64°F;
Upper section: 5-10°C / 41-60°F
Target humidity inside cabinet
＞50%RH
Body size
In mm: 598W * 685D * 1794H
In inches: 23.5W * 27D * 70.6H
Packing size
In mm: 664W * 778D * 1930H
In inches: 26.2W * 30.6D * 76H
Net weight (kgs/lbs)
131 / 286
Gross weight (kgs/lbs)
143 / 315