Vinotemp Portofino VT-BLEEKER2 User manual

A PROUD HERITAGE OF EXPERIENCE & QUALITY
Portofino
Thermoelectric Furniture Cellars
OWNERS MANUAL
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4 hours once you have it placed in
ave a minimum of a 2 inch clearance all around to allow for
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ust be periodically
in a garage or basement.
Please read and follow all safety rules and
General Operating Instructions:
•Let the unit rest, UNPLUGGED for
your home.
•Units must h
maximum airflow and function. Building in these units is not possible.
You may have a recessed application if there is at least a 2 inch clearan
on all sides for proper air flow and ventilation.
•Units include a drip pan for condensation and m
emptied.
•Do not install
operating instructions before using.

Portofino
Thermoelectric Furniture Cellars
are the perfect combination of function and style. The various designs work in
many decors and provide effective and attractive wine storage. The Portofino
series has a temperature range of 50-65 degrees and provides service and
storage for all varieties of wine. Optimal temperature levels and performance of
these units depends on proper care, placement and ambient temperature.
Thermoelectric cooling is eco friendly, virtually silent, emits no gaseous
refrigerant and is energy efficient.
We hope you enjoy your new wine cellar.
Serving Wines
Storing wines at the proper temperature is important. To preserve them as long
as possible generally wine should be stored at 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 64.5 Full Bodied Red wines, Shiraz
17 62 Tawny Port
15 59 Medium Bodied Red Wines
14 57 Amontillado Sherry
13 55.5 Light Bodied Red Wines
12 53.5 Full Bodied White Wines
11 52 Medium Bodied White Wines
10 50 Rosé, Light Bodied White Wines
9 48 Vintage Sparkling
8 53.5 Fino Sherry
7 44.5 Non Vintage Sparkling
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
VT-BORDEAUX1 ........................................................................................................ 5
VT-BORDEAUX3 ........................................................................................................ 6
VT-BORDEAUX2C....................................................................................................... 7
VT-BORDEAUX2H ...................................................................................................... 7
VT-RIOJA1................................................................................................................ 9
VT-RIOJA2.............................................................................................................. 10
VT-RIOJA4.............................................................................................................. 11
VT-CHELSEA........................................................................................................... 12
VT-NAPA1............................................................................................................... 13
VT-NAPA2............................................................................................................... 14
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................15
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Appliance .................................................................................. 16
Installation of Your Appliance................................................................................. 16
Electrical Connection............................................................................................. 17
Circuit Diagram.................................................................................................... 17
Setting the Temperature Control for Each Zone ........................................................ 18
using Mechanical Control Knob............................................................................... 18
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Appliance........................................................................................ 19
Power Failure....................................................................................................... 19
Vacation Time...................................................................................................... 19
Moving Your Appliance.......................................................................................... 19
ENERGY SAVING TIPS....................................................................................19
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ..................................................................................... 20
Appliance does not operate.................................................................................... 20
Appliance is not cold enough.................................................................................. 20
Turns on and off frequently.................................................................................... 20
Vibrations ........................................................................................................... 20
The appliance is making too much noise.................................................................. 20
The doors won’t close properly............................................................................... 20
LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................................................21
SERVICE & IMPORTANT NOTICE.................................................................... 23
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PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
VT-BORDEAUX1
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelves
4. Thermostat
5. Cellar Door
6. Magnetic Seal
7. Light Switch
8. Handle
9. Drip Pan
Type 1 Temp
Item Number VT-BORDEAUX1
Bottle Capacity 42
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 39.4" x 25.4" x 24.4"
Weight 314.6
Power Consumption 2.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 124
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan in the front. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-BORDEAUX3
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelves
4. Thermostat
5. Cellar Door
6. Magnetic Seal
7. Light Switch
8. Handle
9. Drip Pan
Type 3 Temp
Item Number VT-BORDEAUX3
Bottle Capacity 60
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 76" x 19.2" x 19.5"
Weight 172
Power Consumption 3.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 186
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-BORDEAUX2C
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelves
4. Thermostat
5. Cellar Door
6. Magnetic Seal
7. Light Switch
8. Handle
9. Drip Pan
Type 2 Temp
Item Number VT-BORDEAUX2C
Bottle Capacity 84
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 49.8" x 39.4" x 24.4"
Weight 246
Power Consumption 3.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 248
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has two Drip Pans in the front. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-BORDEAUX2H
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelves
4. Thermostat
5. Cellars Door
6. Magnetic Seal
7. Light Switch
8. Handle
9. Drip Pan
Type 2 Temp
Item Number VT-BORDEAUX2H
Bottle Capacity 84
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 74.8” x 25.2” x 24.4"
Weight 242
Power Consumption 3.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 248
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan in the front. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-RIOJA1
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelf
4. Thermostat
5. Cellar door
6. Magnetic seal
7. Light switch
8. Handle
1 Temp
Type VT-RIOJA1
Item Number
Bottle Capacity 20
MDF + Wood Veneer
Case Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Door 45.3" x 20.7" x 20.5"
Dimension (HxWxD) 99
Weight 1.00
Power Consumption Thermoelectric Cooling System
Cooling System 72-78F
Ambient Temp 50 – 65F
Temperature Range AC 110V
Rated Voltage 60Hz
Rated Frequency 62
Input Power
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-RIOJA2
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelve
4. Thermostat
5. Cellar Door
6. Magnetic
7. Light switch
8. Handle
Type 2 Temp
Item Number VT-RIOJA2
Bottle Capacity 42
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 67.5" x 19.7" x 21.4"
Weight 209
Power Consumption 2.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 124
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-RIOJA4
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelve
4. Thermostat
5. Door
6. Magnetic seal
7. Light switch
8. Handle
4 Temp
Type VT-RIOJA4
Item Number
Bottle Capacity 84
MDF + Wood Veneer
Case Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Door 67.5" x 34.8" x 21.4"
Dimension (HxWxD) 385
Weight 4.00
Power Consumption Thermoelectric Cooling System
Cooling System 72-78F
Ambient Temp 50 – 65F
Temperature Range AC 110V
Rated Voltage 60Hz
Rated Frequency 248
Input Power
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-CHELSEA
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelve
4. Thermostat
5. Door
6. Magnetic
7. Light switch
8. Handle
Type 2 Temp
Item Number VT-CHELSEA
Bottle Capacity 42
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 44.9" x 35.8" x 19.7"
Weight 143
Power Consumption 2.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 124
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has two Drip Pans at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-NAPA1
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelve
4. Thermostat
5. Door
6. Magnetic
7. Light Switch
8. Handle
Type 1 Temp
Item Number VT-NAPA1
Bottle Capacity 20
Case MDF + Wood Veneer
Door Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Dimension (HxWxD) 23.2" x 30.5" x 20.5"
Weight 77
Power Consumption 1.00
Cooling System Thermoelectric Cooling System
Ambient Temp 72-78F
Temperature Range 50 – 65F
Rated Voltage AC 110V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 62
**Please note that each unit has a Drip Pan at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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VT-NAPA2
1. Cabinet
2. Fan
3. Shelve
4. Thermostat
5. Door
6. Magnetic
7. Light switch
8. Handle
2 Temp
Type VT-NAPA2
Item Number
Bottle Capacity 40
MDF + Wood Veneer
Case Glass or MDF + Wood Veneer with Wood Frame
Door 39" x 59.5" x 20.5"
Dimension (HxWxD) 352
Weight 2.00
Power Consumption Thermoelectric Cooling System
Cooling System 72-78F
Ambient Temp 50 – 65F
Temperature Range AC 110V
Rated Voltage 60Hz
Rated Frequency 124
Input Power
**Please note that the each compartment has an individual temperature control dial.
**Please note that each unit has two Drip Pans at the back. Please check and clear the water regularly.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
injury when using your appliance, follow these
basic precautions.
•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 vapours and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes may create a fire
hazard or explosion.
DANGER Risk of child entrapment.
•Child entrapment and suffocation warning.
•Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous even if they will “just
sit in the garage for a few days”.
•Before you throw away your old appliance: Take off the doors. 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.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Appliance
•Remove the exterior and interior packing.
•Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:
oWooden / Metal Shelves (Number of pieces are subject to the model)
oInstruction Manual
•Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright
for approximately 4 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 and
leave doors open to air out BEFORE 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.
•Leave at least 8" space from back wall.
•Leave at least 6" space for each side.
•Place your appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support it even
when it is fully loaded.
•Floor should be even.
•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.
•Avoid locating the unit in moist areas.
•Do not install in a garage or basement.
•Never put heavy articles on top of the unit.
•Plug the appliance into an exclusive, properly installed-grounded 110 volt
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 a service center authorized by VINOTEMP.

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Electrical Connection
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 service center authorized by Vinotemp.
This appliance requires a standard 110 Volts A.C. ~/ 60Hz electrical outlet
with three-prong ground.
This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of
this appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which connects with
standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
Plug the appliance into an exclusive properly installed-grounded 110 volt 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 to a certified electrician or a service centre authorized by
Vinotemp International.
The cord should be secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or
dangling to prevent accidental injury.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too
short, a qualified electrician or service technician is needed to install an outlet
near the appliance.
Circuit Diagram
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SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR EACH ZONE
USING MECHANICAL CONTROL KNOB
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To control the internal temperature,
ad
j
ust the control dial to achieve your
desired temperature.
Temperature can be adjusted from
Max Temp (Big Snowflake) / Mid
Temp / Min Temp (Small Snowflake).
See page 12 for model temperature
range.
Mechanical Control Knob
For glass door units, the temperature
control is approximately 50-65F. For
solid door units, the temperature
control is approximately 47-65F.
To turn off the appliance, turn both
temperature controls to minimum
setting (small snowflake) and unplug
the appliance
Turning the temperature control to
the “minimum” position can stop the
cooling cycle of the corresponding
chamber, but does not cut off the
power to the appliance.
It is recommended that you to install
the appliance in a place where the
ambient temperature is between 72-
78 de
g
rees Fahrenheit. If the ambient
temperature is above or below the
recommended temperatures, the
performance of the unit may be
affected. For example, placing your
unit in an extreme cold or hot
condition may cause interior
temperatures to fluctuate. The range
of de
g
rees Fahrenheit (also sub
j
ect to
door-see above) may not be reached.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Appliance
•Turn both temperature controls to minimum, unplug the appliance, and
remove all items including the shelves.
•Wash the inside surfaces with warm water and baking soda solution. The
solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.
•Wash the shelves with mild detergent solution.
•Wipe the outside cabinet with furniture polish and clean soft cloth.
•The drip tray catches any condensation created by the unit and must be
checked and cleaned frequently.
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.
•If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to
take the proper steps in order to protect your contents.
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 power cord. Clean and dry the
interior thoroughly. To prevent door and mold growth, leave the doors
open slightly: blocking them open if necessary.
Moving Your Appliance
•Remove all items
•Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
•Tape the door shuts
•Ensure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during
transportation.
•Protect the outside of the appliance with a blanket, or with similar items.
•Leave unit unplugged for 24 hours before turning on in final destination.
Energy Saving Tips
•The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room, away
from heat producing appliances, and out from direct sunlight.
•Never open the door for a long time.

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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE
You can solve many common appliance problems easily and eliminate service
call costs. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem
before calling for service.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Appliance does
not operate.
•Not plugged in.
•The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
•The power is not turned on from the control panel.
•The control knobs are placed in “OFF” position.
Appliance is not
cold enough.
•Check the temperature control setting for each zone.
•External environment may be too warm.
•The doors are left open too long.
•The doors are not closed completely.
•The door gaskets do not seal properly.
Turns on and off
frequently
•Room temperature is warmer than suggested range.
•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.
Vibrations •Check to ensure that the appliance is level.
The appliance
is making too
much noise
•Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may
produce popping and crackling noises.
•The appliance is not level.
The doors won’t
close properly
•The appliance is not level.
•The door magnetic seal is dirty.
•The shelves are out of position.