Maxx Cold MCWC28-O User manual

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
English
MCWC28-O
Outdoor Wine Cellar
MCWC28-MAN 0511 REV A
Be sure unit is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Use this appliance only for its
intended purpose as described in this instruction manual. Always exercise basic
safety precautions, as described below. After reading the instruction manual,
store it in an accessible place where the user(s) of this product can easily find it.
The purpose of these safety precautions is to ensure safe and correct use of the
product to minimize risks that could cause serious damage and injury to you or
others. The safety precautions are divided into WARNINGS and CAUTIONS.
1. All repairs, disassembly and modifications should be performed only by
qualified technicians. Attempting to perform these yourself could result in fire,
malfunction and injury.
2. Never splash water directly onto the product or wash with water without
unplugging as a short circuit could result. In a rainy environment, a water-proof
covering is recommended.
3. Never put flammable or volatile substances into unit as explosion and fire
could result.
4. Do not damage, modify, excessively bend, strain, twist or bundle the power
cord. Also, placing heavy objects on the power cord or binding could damage
the cord, possibly resulting in electrical shock or fire.
5. Use a dedicated wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord or multiple-outlet
adaptor as this could result in electrical shock, overheating and fire.
6. Never use flammable spray cans or leave flammable substances near the unit.
Sparks from electrical switches could result in explosion or fire. If a
combustible gas is present near the appliance, turn off the source of the gas,
then open the windows and doors to allow the gas to dissipate. To avoid an
explosion, do not pull the plug or switch off the unit.
7. The electrical socket must have good grounding. The ground wire cannot be
connected with a gas pipe, heating pipe, water pipe, telephone line or lightning
rod. It cannot be replaced with the neutral wire of single-phase power. In
addition to the ground wire, an electrical leakage circuit breaker is also
required.
8. If installation in a damp location is unavoidable, have an electrician install a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electrical outlet. If no GFCI is installed,

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electrical shock could result.
9. Never climb onto the unit. The unit could tip over or fall and cause material
damage or personal injury.
10. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet before moving the unit
and make sure that the power cord is not damaged during transport. A
damaged power cord could result in electrical shock and/or fire.
11. Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly
and pull straight out from the outlet. Pulling the cord could cause wire breakage,
possibly resulting in overheating and fire.
12. Repair or replace any cord that is frayed. Do not use a cord that shows cracks
or abrasions along its length.
1. This unit must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the Installation
section.
2. This model can either be built-in or free-standing. Built-in units vent at the
bottom front and airflow at the front of this vent must be unimpeded.
3. Install the unit in a location where the floor is sturdy enough to support the load
of the unit. If the floor is not sturdy enough or installation is incorrectly
performed, the unit could tip over and cause personal injury. If the unit is
placed on a stand, the front surface must be 3” or more back from the edge of
the stand in order to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance during normal
usage.
4. Never place heavy objects or items containing water on top of the unit. Objects
could fall and cause injury and spilled water could cause the deterioration of
the insulation of electrical components and result in electrical shock.
5. Disconnect the unit if it is behaving abnormally, and do not reconnect until the
situation is corrected.
6. Pull out the plug before doing any maintenance on the unit to avoid electric
shock.
7. Never pull out plug when hands are wet!
8. This unit is not intended for the storage of medicines or chemical reagents.
9. Keep packing materials away from children.
10. During long absences, remove the unit’s contents, unplug the unit, clean it
and leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation,
mold or odors. Use a cover to protect the unit and prolong its lifespan.
11. Leave disassembly and disposal of the unit to qualified experts.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment! Before discarding your old refrigerator:
• take off the doors
• leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....................................................... 1 – 3
Technical Specifications ..................................................................... 4
Location of Parts .......................................................................... 4 – 5
Installation .................................................................................... 5 – 6
Operating Your Wine cellar ........................................................... 6 – 8
Cleaning and Maintenance ......................................................... 9 – 11
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 12
WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................................................... 13

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Technical Specifications
Model Number: MCWC28-O
Description: outdoor wine cellar
Electrical Input: 115VAC ~ 60Hz
Current Rating: 2.0A
Unit Dimensions: 14⅝”W x 24⅜”D x 33½”H
370mm x 620mm x 850mm
Unit Weight: 79 lbs / 36 kg
Ambient Temperature Range: 25ºF - 100ºF / -4℃ - 38℃
Compartment Temperature Range: 36ºF - 64ºF / 2℃ - 18℃
Location of Parts
Shelves
Glass door
Adjustable legs
Vents
Control panel and
digital display

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Control Panel
Installation
Remove the exterior and interior packaging. Use a soft dry cloth to wipe down the
outside of the Wine Cellar thoroughly. Use a clean cloth dampened with lukewarm
water to wipe down the interior.
Air must circulate freely in front of the Wine Cellar. Avoid placing it near any
source of heat or moisture, or in direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may affect the
finish, and nearby heat sources will cause higher electrical consumption.
The MCWC28-O Outdoor Wine Cellar is designed to be either free-standing or
built-in. It has motorized fan at the back of the unit that direct compressor-
generated heat away from the compressor and through the front of the unit.
Keep the front vents unobstructed. If the unit is built-in, allow minimum clearances
of 1/4” at the sides, 1/2” at the back and 1” at the top.
Once the unit is positioned, the leveling legs should be turned to level the Wine
Cellar.
Electrical Connection
Important! For your personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an outlet that is properly grounded and installed. The ground
wire cannot be connected to a gas pipe, heating pipe, water pipe, telephone line

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or lightning rod. It cannot be replaced with the neutral wire of single-phase power.
In addition to the ground wire, an electrical leakage circuit breaker is also required.
Consult a qualified electrician if you do not completely understand these
grounding instructions.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
If installation in a damp location is unavoidable, have an electrician install a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electrical outlet. If no GFCI is installed,
electrical shock could result.
Do Not Use an Extension Cord
Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under
certain conditions.
Operating Your Wine Cellar
IMPORTANT: Do not plug in the Wine Cellar for 24 hours after unit is set in place.
Failure to do so may result in the unit working improperly.
Compartment Design
The MCWC28-O Wine Cellar has a capacity of 28 standard wine bottles. The
control panel displays the current temperature and allows you to turn the interior
lights on and off, and allows you to turn the interior temperature.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Turning On the Unit
The Wine Cellar turns on automatically when it is plugged in. The unit employs a
heater inside the cabinet and is designed for outdoor use. When the air
temperature is below 40°F, the compressor will stop working and the heater will
work automatically to maintain the temperature setting. If the Ambient
temperature is below 25°F, do not use the unit to storage anything.
If you want to use the Automatic Temperature (default) setting, do nothing further.
The unit will automatically set the temperature at 55ºF (13ºC). If you want to set
other temperatures, see below.

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Temperature Setting
Wine Storage Temperatures: While wines store best at temperatures around
56-58 degrees Fahrenheit, your unit also allows you to store wine at drinking
temperatures. Generally RED WINE should be kept at 60-62 degrees Fahrenheit
and WHITE WINE, which is usually served chilled, should be kept at 54-55
degrees Fahrenheit. Sparkling wines should be kept at about 46° F.
To adjust the temperature, press the SET button, then use the UP/DOWN keys to
navigate to the preferred temperature. The range of set temperatures is from 36 to
64° F. For example, if you are storing red wine, you may want to set a
temperature of 61ºF. When the correct temperature appears in the DISPLAY
window of the control panel, press SET to confirm. The actual temperature inside
the unit will now appear in the window. This temperature will vary depending on
the number of bottles stored and how frequently the door is opened.
Please note: The temperature sensor records the average temperature of the
unit. Cold air falls and warmer air rises, and there will be a temperature variation
from the bottom to the top of the unit. The temperature at the bottom of the unit
will always be slightly colder. The controller only controls the average temperature
of the unit. The temperature displayed by the electronic control panel is the
instantaneous average temperature of the unit and there may be a variation of
approximately 0 to 6 Fahrenheit degrees.
When fully loaded with room temperature product, the MCWC28-O will operate
continuously for as long as 24 hours to reduce the temperature inside the cabinet
to the desired point. Under normal conditions, when the unit has been on for six
hours, it will stop working for about thirty minutes to defrost automatically. The unit
should be in a well-ventilated area. Best results are obtained at temperatures
between 65°F and 80°F for built-in models and between 65°F and 90°F for
freestanding models.
To temporarily stop the cooling cycle, unplug the Wine Cellar. To shut it down for
longer periods of time, disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open.
NOTE: If you unplug the Wine Cellar, allow 3 minutes before plugging it back in.
The unit will not restart in less than 3 minutes.

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Memorized Temperature Settings
Your unit has been designed to “remember” the last run mode to which it was set.
If there is a power outage or any other power cutoff, the unit will automatically
return to the previous temperature setting after the power has returned.
Compressor Run Indicator
When the unit’s compressor is running, the control panel will display a moving
icon representing a running fan. If the compressor stops running, the icon will stop
running as well.
About the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
When you press any button on the control panel, a backlight will appear in the
display. If no other button is pressed, the backlight will automatically go out after 2
minutes.
ALARM Mode
In the event that there is a fault in the unit, an ALARM indication will appear on the
screen.
In ALARM mode, the unit will make a beeping sound and display an alarm
message. If the LCD on the control panel displays any of the following messages:
PROBE ERROR, LOW TEMP or HIGH TEMP, consult the Troubleshooting
section of this manual.
Interior Light
The interior light can be operated manually by pressing the ON/OFF button on the
control panel. The light will automatically turn off after 5 minutes.
NOTE: Avoid overuse of the interior light since the heat generated can raise the
temperature of the stored contents.
Shelving
The wire racks in your unit are chrome-plated so they will not rust. The unit is
equipped with five rippled wire racks. These racks are designed to hold five wine
bottles each and can only be pulled out 1/3 of the way. This is a safety feature so
that neither the machine nor the shelf will tip over. One rippled shelf is shorter than
the others, and it should be put in the uppermost position. The bottom shelf in the
cabinet can hold three bottles, it is designed for storage as well as for display
purposes.
The racks are removable and reversible. To remove a rack, take out the bottles on
the rack and pull it out until it stops. Then lift up the front of the rack and remove it
from the unit.

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Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Outside
Unplug your Wine Cellar. Clean the outside with a cloth dampened in mild soapy
water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To clean the door gasket, use only mild
soapy water. Never use harsh cleansers or scouring pads to clean any part of
your unit.
Cleaning the Inside
Unplug your Wine Cellar and remove its contents. Rinse the inside surfaces with
plain water and dry the chrome shelves. Avoid getting excess water inside the
machine since it will flow into the water trap near the compressor and possibly
overflow.
Defrosting the Unit
The unit uses an automatic defrost system in which the refrigerated surfaces of
the unit defrost automatically. Defrost water drains into a hole in the floor of the
storage compartment and is channeled into a drain pan located at the back of the
unit near the compressor. Heat transferred from the compressor evaporates any
water that has collected in the pan. Be sure the drain hole in the floor of the unit is
clear and unobstructed.
Changing the Light Bulb
The bulb can be replaced with any standard U-shaped, 2-pin compact fluorescent
bulb of 5, 7 or 9 watts.
Don’t use any unusual force to remove the old bulb. No tools should be
necessary.
Follow steps A through D in the diagram on the following page to remove the old
bulb:

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Follow steps E through H on the following page to install the new bulb:

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Troubleshooting
Unit does not turn on
Not plugged in.
Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Noise or vibration
Check that unit is level. If not, adjust leveling legs.
Unit is too warm
Check that door is properly closed and sealed.
Check temperature setting. (To change the temperature setting, follow the
steps in the Operating Your Wine Cellar section of this manual.)
Check if door has been opened frequently.
LCD displays “PROBE ERROR”
This message is an ALARM MODE indication. The LCD displays “PROBE
ERROR” on the left when the thermostatic sensor has malfunctioned. Contact
your authorized service facility for sensor replacement.
LCD displays “LOW TEMP”
This message is an ALARM MODE indication. The LCD displays “LOW TEMP”
on the left and “L” in the middle. It indicates that the actual temperature is much
lower than your set temperature.
LCD displays “HIGH TEMP”
This message is an ALARM MODE indication. The LCD displays “HIGH TEMP”
on the left and the actual temperature reading in the middle. It indicates that the
actual temperature is much higher than your set temperature. Possible causes
are:
The door might not be fully closed.
The refrigerant may have leaked.
The heater may not be functioning properly and should be replaced.
If you are certain that the door is not the cause of the problem, contact your
authorized service facility immediately.

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WIRING DIAGRAM