Vinotemp VT-26BC User manual

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Your Beverage Cooler
This unit can be used for Storage and/or Service. The cooler has a glass
door and interior light that you can leave on to display your beverages.
General Operating Instructions
Remove all external and internal packaging from your beverage cooler. Be
sure that all parts have been included before discarding any packaging
materials. You may want 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
[email protected].
•Let the unit rest, UNPLUGGED for 24 hours once you have it placed
in your home.
•Please fully read the instruction manual.
Please read and follow all safety rules
and operating instructions before using.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS...................................4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................5
CORD INSTRUCTIONS.............................................6
BEVERAGE COOLER INSTALLATION ..........................6
TEMPERATURE CONTROL.........................................7
REVERSAL OF DOOR SWING ....................................8
CLEANING AND CARE .............................................9
MOVING YOUR BEVERAGE COOLER...........................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 10
TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY ...........................11
SERVICE & IMPORTANT NOTICE ............................. 12
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PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
1. Double-pane window
2. Grill
3. Adjustable leveling legs
4. Shelf
5. Cabinet
6. Control Panel
7. LED Indicator
8. Light Switch
9. Temperature Adjustment
Type 1 Temp.
Item Number VT-26BC
Dimension (HxWxD) 34 1/2"×15"×23"
Weight 74 Lbs
Power Consumption 1.8 kW.h/24h
Cooling System R134a
Ambient Temp. 86.5°F
Temperature Range 40～65°F
Rated Voltage 115V
Rated Frequency 60Hz
Input Power 120W
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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 household use.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse unit, plug or
cord in water or other liquids. Avoid locating the uni t in moist
areas.
4. Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the unit.
5. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, whe n moving from one
location to another, or before cleaning.
6. To disconnect the appliance, grip the plug and pull it from the wall
outlet. Never pull by the cord.
7. Do not operate the appliance in th e presence of explosi ve and/or
flammable fumes.
8. Do not place the appliance or any of its parts near an open flame ,
cooking or other heating appliance.
9. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged c ord or plug. If the
product malfunctions, or i f it is dropped or damaged in any
manner, do not use.
10. The use of attachments is not recommended and may be
hazardous.
11. Do not operate if the housing is removed or damaged.
12. A loose fit plug may cause overheating and a distortion of the plug.
Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.
13. This appliance is d esigned to be built-in (fully recessed ) or free
standing.
14. The cooler is intended for use in a controlled ambient location such
that the ambient temperature does not exceed 90°F (32°C).
15. Locate the unit away from direct sunli ght and sources of heat
(stove, heater, rad iator, etc.). Dire ct sunlight may affect/alter the
outside color of the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, elec tric s hock or p ersonal injury,
unplug o r disconnect the applianc e from the powe r supply before
servicing.
WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old
beverage cooler, ta ke off the door an d leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
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CORD INSTRUCTIONS
For your protection, this unit should be
properly grounded. Unit is equipped with a 3-
conductor cord set that has a molded 3-prong
grounding-type plug, and should be used in
combination with a properly connected
grounding-type outlet as shown in figure A.
It is not recommended to use this beverage
cooler with an exte nsion cord or power board.
Plug unit directly into the electrical outlet.
BEVERAGE COOLER INSTALLATION
•Remove the exterior and interior packaging before use.
•Place your cooler on a flat, dry su rface that is strong enough to
support the unit when fully loaded.
•This unit is designed to be built-in (fully recessed) or free standing.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit.
•Unit is not designed for installation in a garage or basement.
•Do not place the unit i n di rect sunlight or near sources of heat.
Extreme hot and c old ambient temperatures may cause the unit not
to perform properly or increase electrical consumption.
•Do not place the unit next to a major appliance that emits large
amounts of heat, such as a dishwasher, microwave, oven, etc.
•Do not plug unit into the same outlet as a refrigerator or microwave.
•Before connecting the appli ance to t he power source, let it stand
upright for approximately 24 hours to reduce the possibility of a
cooling system malfunction from handling during transportation.
•Clean the interior surface w ith lu kewarm water using a soft cl oth
before first use.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Gently place/slide the racks in the cooler.
2. Determine the best temperature setting to use.
3. Place bottles and cans inside the cooler.
4. Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
5. Limit the frequency of opening the door to conserve energy and
maintain proper storage temperature.
6. You can turn the interior light on and off by touching the button
labeled “Light” on the front control panel.
Important: When using the cooler for the first time, allow at least 24
hours for the internal temperature to adjust properly. Make sure there are
at least 6 to 12 bottles in the unit.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Important: In order to operate efficiently, this product should be
in an environment with an ambient temperature of less than 90°F
(32°C).
Temperature preset:
For your conveni ence, the beverag e cooler is progra mmed at storing
temperature. The temperature pre-set by the manufacturer is 48°F (9°C).
Setting the temperature control (manually):
To manually adjust the temperature, si mply press the button on the
control panel to dec rease the temperature and the button to increase
the temperature in 1 degree incr ements inside the cooler. Th e
temperature range is from 40°F (4°C) to 65°F (18°C).
When the cabinet temperature is too low the LED will dis play “LL”. When
the temperature is too high it will display “HH”. The “E R” displa y show s
when there has been a power disruption.
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REVERSAL OF DOOR SWING
The door of the cooler could be opened either from the left or right side.
The cooler is installed to open from the left side.
To reverse, please do as follows:
1. Disconnect the power, take out all of the beverages and lay the
cooler back on the ground.
2. Remove the upper hinge cover.
3. Unscrew the screws on the upper hinge board.
4. Remove the door and the upper hinge from the lower hinge axis.
5. Remove the upper hinge from the door. Install the uppe r hinge on
the other side of the door.
6. Unscrew the two screws for the d oor handle. Remove the door
handle and install it on the other side of the door.
7. Unscrew the two screws on the lo wer hinge. Remove the right
lower hinge and left lower hinge and install them on the other side.
8. Remove the two upper hinge blocks on the other side of the cooler.
9. Reinstall the door.
10. Install the upper hinge board and upper hinge cover.
Note: Please remember, do not power up the unit for 48 hours, to allow
the coolants to settle inside the compressor.
Additional instructions for door handle installation:
1. Gently pull away the door gasket in the area where the handle is to
be installed. The gasket is easily displaced by hand; no tools are
necessary.
2. Use a Phillips head screwdriver t o remove/install screws securing
door handle. (Do not over tighten scr ews as this will cause damage
to the handle.)
3. If needed, use a flat head s crewdriver to remove the 2 decorative
plugs from the front of the door or the plugs at the top of the door
where the hinge is located, if they are located on the side you wish
the handle to be installed on. Save the plugs for future use.
4. Replace t he door gasket to its orig inal position. Insert plugs into
open door holes if desired.
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CLEANING AND CARE
•Always unplug the beverage cooler before cleaning.
•Do not use benzene, scrubbi ng brushes or chemical cleaners as t hese
will damage the unit.
•Use only a mild, nonabrasive cleans er to clean the e xterior of the
cabinet.
•Clean the stainless steel door and handle by wiping wit h a warm water
and baking soda solution. The soluti on should be about 2 tablespoons
of baking soda to a quart of water.
•Wash the racks with a mild detergent solution.
•Always dry all parts with a clean d ry cloth before plugg ing t he cooler
back into the receptacle.
MOVING YOUR BEVERAGE COOLER
•Always unplug the cooler before moving.
•Always remove all beverages before moving the cooler.
•Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
•Turn the levelling legs up to the base to avoid damage.
•Tape the door shut.
•Be sure the beverage cooler stays in the upright position during
transportation
•Protect the outside of appliance with a blanket or similar item when
moving as needed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
You can solve many common beverage cooler problems easily, saving you
the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestion below to see if you
can solve the problem before contacting Vinotemp at [email protected].
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Door will not
close properly.
•The cooler is not level.
•The shelves are out of position.
•The door was reversed and not properly installed.
•The door gasket is dirty.
•A beverage in the cooler is too long/large.
Unit does not
operate—does
not have power
•Check that unit is plugged into the wall socket.
•Make sure the wall socket has power. If outlet is controlled
by a wall switch, make sure switch is set to on. Test wall
socket functionality by testing another electrical appliance
in the power socket.
Power is ON but
the unit will not
cool.
•Make sure there are at least 6 to 12 beverages in the unit.
When using the unit for the first time, it can take up to 24
hours to reach the desired temperature.
•If the room temperature is above 90°F (32°C), the unit will
not get below 51°F (11°C). Humidity does not affect the
cooling ability of the unit.
•To achieve accurate temperature control, the unit should
not be used or operated in any of the following locations:
oIn a sunny place
oIn a room with poor air circulation such as a garage near
another heat-producing appliance such as a dishwasher,
oven or refrigerator.
oWith an outlet shared with a refrigerator, as the
refrigerator will drain power from the cooler.
oIn a cabinet or closet.
•Make sure the cooling vents are not obstructed.
Fan is always
running.
•This is simply a function of the cooling system. The lower
the setting, the more the fan will run. If the room is
warmer than 90°F (32°C), it will run more.
•The unit has been designed to run continuously when
operating at the lower temperatures.
Vibrations •Check to make sure the cooler is level.
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TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY
Vinotemp International (“Seller”) and the person or entity that a cquires 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 fre ight collect. Seller assumes no r esponsibility for the goods sold to t he
Purchaser o nce the go ods h ave left t he S eller’s pre mises, in cluding, b ut no t l imited to, la te de livery by the
moving carrier, or for events caused by any di fficulty ca rrier in curs i n att empting t o fit th e go ods in to th e
Purchaser’s pl ace of bus iness or resi dence due to the size of the good s or otherw ise. Pur chaser as sumes a ll
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 o n Pur chaser inc luding, but no t li mited to, additio nal charges impo sed per fligh t of stair s,
and/or add itional charges resulti ng from the carr ier’s inability to safely and/or ad equately u se the bui lding
elevator to lift the goods to an upper floor. Any claim for damages incur red during shipment by the carrier of
the goods are insured and ha ndled directly with the car rier. Any damage s due to manufacture defects will b e
handled directly with Vinotemp International, subject to the limited warranty.
All sales are final, and un less 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 a nd cost of frei ght both ways, a nd if S eller do es take ba ck the goods , there wi ll be a re stocking
charge that is 35% of t he purchase price of the goods. Purchaser must notify Seller of non-conforming goods
within four days of delivery, after which time all goods are deemed accepted.
If Purchaser tenders payment with a c heck that has insufficient funds (NSF), or stop s payment on a check or
credit card for any reason, Purchaser agr ees to pay for all cos ts a ssociated w ith the Sel ler’s connection or
litigation of such a cla im, including without limitation extra damages, court costs and attorneys’ fees. Finance
charges begin the date of invoice. Collection fees plus NSF fee of 50$ wi ll be added to your invoice, which you
agree to promptly pay. Title to the goods does not pass until payment is r eceived in full by Seller and Seller
retains a security interest in the goods until they are paid for in full.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Se ller warrants that the goods will be free of d efects in materials a nd workm anship as
follows: Me tal cabinet wine, beverage, refr igerator and freezer units: parts a nd labor for cooli ng system a nd
cabinetry for a peri od of 12 (twel ve) mo nths f rom da te o f sal e, r emoval and r e-installation o f u nit is not
included in warranty. For a scratch an d dent or refurbished unit, warranty is 3 months from your dated invoice
(parts for functi on onl y, not co smetic). T here is no warranty on parts pu rchased se parately. P urchaser’s
exclusive remedy is l imited, at Sel ler’s option; to repair or replace defective part[s] with either new or factory
reconditioned par t[s]. Purchaser is respo nsible for shi pping the unit pre-paid to desi gnated fac ility and Se ller
will pay re turn shipping charges in the continental United States for items repai red under warranty within 12
months from date of sale. Improper placement of the unit will void the warranty. This limited warranty does
not cover da mage due to such thin gs as a ccident, misuse, abu se, mishandlin g, n eglect, acts of God, fires,
earthquakes, f loods, h igh w inds, govern ment, war , rio t or labor tro uble, strikes, lockouts, de lay o f car rier,
unauthorized repair, or any other ca use be yond the co ntrol of the Se ller, whether similar o r dissimilar to the
foregoing. Seller is not responsible for any damages ca used to Seller’s property resulting from the good. This
limited warranty applies only inside the Continental US. (Alaska, Puerto Rico and Hawaii are not warranted).
Purchaser understands and acknowledges that the goods sold here are wine cellars and/or other similar units
which hou se b everages. P urchaser a ssumes all ri sk of us ing th ese units, in cluding ri sk of spoilage , h umidity
variations, temperature variations, leaks, fire, water damage, mold, mildew, dryness and similar and any other
perils that might occur.
Seller is not respon sible for inc idental or conseq uential d amages, and t here are no w arranties, expr essed or
implied, w hich e xtend b eyond t he Lim ited Wa rranty d escribed a bove. T he i mplied w arranties o f
merchantability and of fi tness for a parti cular purpose are hereby exp ressly di sclaimed. Som e s tates do no t
allow the exclusion o f in cidental o r co nsequential da mages, o r a wa iver o f the i mplied war ranties o f f itness
and/or mercha ntability, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives yo u specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
In the ev ent of any disput e betwe en Se ller and Purc haser aris ing o ut o f o r relati ng to the se t erms and
conditions or to the goods sold generally, Purchaser must first file a written claim with Seller within ten days of
the o ccurrence giv ing ri se to the claim and wait an add itional thi rty days for a response before i nitiating any
legal ac tion. The sa le a nd all terms ar e subject to Cal ifornia law . A ny lega l pr oceeding ar ising out o f o r
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 a nd cond itions are the only one s go verning this t ransaction and Se ller makes no oral
representations of any ki nd. Thes e T erms and Cond itions can o nly b e mo dified i n writing, s igned by bo th
Purchaser and Seller. 07/08
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SERVICE & IMPORTANT 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
[email protected].
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 [email protected] with any questions or visit:
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to change without notice. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We disclaim
liability for errors, omissions, or future changes.
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