Vinotemp VT-34 TS User manual

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A P R O U D H E R I T A G E O F E X P E R I E N C E & Q U A L I T Y
O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
W i n e
C e l l a r
V T - 3 4 T ( 3 4 b o t t l e )

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Y o u r W i n e C e l l a r
Y o u r W i n e C e l l a rY o u r W i n e C e l l a r
Y o u r W i n e C e l l a r
This unit can be used for Storage and/or Service. The unit has a glass
door and soft interior light that you can leave on to elegantly display your
wine.
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Storing wines at the proper temperature is important. To preserve them
as long as possible, wine should be stored at approximately 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 Full Bodied Red wines, Shiraz
17 62 Tawny Port
15 59 Medium Bodied Red Wines
14 57 Amontillado Sherry
13 55 Light Bodied Red Wines
12 54 Full Bodied White Wines
11 52 Medium Bodied White Wines
10 50 Rosé, Light Bodied White Wines
9 48 Vintage Sparkling
8 46 Fino Sherry
7 45 Non Vintage Sparkling

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General Operating Instructi ns
Remove all external and internal packaging from your wine cellar. 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
[e-mail].
•Let the unit rest UNPLUGGED for 24 hours once you have it placed
in your home.
•Please fully read the instruction manual.
•Save these instructions.
Please read and f ll w all safety rules
and perating instructi ns bef re using.

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Table f C ntents
PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS ...................................5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................6
CORD INSTRUCTIONS .............................................7
WINE CELLAR INSTALLATION ...................................7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.....................................8
TEMPERATURE CONTROL .........................................8
CLEANING AND CARE ..............................................9
MOVING YOUR WINE CELLAR ...................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................. 10
TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY............................ 11

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PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
1. Control Panel
2. Hinge Cover
3. Light
4. Standard Shelf
5. Display Shelf
6. Foot
Type 1 Temp.
Item Number VT-34 TS
B ttle Capacity Approx. 34
Dimensi n (HxWxD) 33"×19"×19.3"
Weight 59.4 Lbs
P wer C nsumpti n 0.0858 kW.h/24h
C ling System R134a
Ambient Temp. Range 50～110°F
Temperature Range 40～65°F
Rated V ltage 120V
Rated Frequency 60Hz

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Input P wer 85W
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 indoor, household use.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse unit, plug or
cord in water or other liquids. Avoid locating the unit 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, when 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 the presence of explosive 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 cord or plug. If the
product malfunctions, or if 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 designed to free standing only (not meant for
built-in installation).
14. The wine cellar is intended for use in a controlled ambient location
such that the ambient temperature does not exceed 110 F.
15. Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat
(stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect/alter the
outside color of the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury,
unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
servicing.
WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old
wine cellar, take off the door and 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 wine cellar
with an extension cord or power board. Please ensure that the appliance
is plugged directly into the electrical outlet.
WINE CELLAR INSTALLATION
•Remove the exterior and interior packaging before use.
•Check to be sure you have all of the parts and 1 owner’s manual.
•Place your wine cellar on a flat, dry surface that is strong enough to
support the unit when fully loaded.
•This unit is designed for free standing installation only.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit.
•Unit is not designed for installation in a garage, basement, or any
other location where a controlled ambient environment between 60
and 90 F cannot be maintained.
•Do not place the unit in direct sunlight or near sources of heat.
Extreme hot and cold 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 appliance to the power source, let it stand
upright for approximately 24 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
before first use.
•IMPORTANT: To function correctly, wine cooler needs a minimum of 1
inch clearance on each side and 4 inches clearance at the back side.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Gently place/slide the racks into the wine cellar.
2) Determine the best temperature setting to use.
3) Place bottles inside the cooler.
4) Plug the power cord into a standard grounded 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 with a light on the control panel.
Imp rtant: When using the wine cellar for the first time, allow at least
24 hours for the internal temperature to adjust properly. Make sure there
are at least 3 to 5 bottles in the unit.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Your wine cooler has a touchscreen control panel located on the upper
part of the glass door.
Setting the temperature:
You can manually adjust the temperature. Simply press the down arrow
button on the control panel to decrease the temperature and the up arrow
button to increase the temperature by 1 degree increments inside the
wine cellar. The temperature range for this unit is from 39 F (4 C) to
65 F (18 C).
To switch the temperate display from showing Celsius and Fahrenheit,
press the C/F button.
C ntr l Panel L ck:
•Your wine cooler is equipped with an automatic control panel lock
function. This feature will prevent any unwanted changes to your
temperature or power settings.
•The lock function will activate automatically 12 seconds after the last
time a button is pushed on the control panel.

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•To unlock the control panel, press and hold the down arrow button and
up arrow button for 3 seconds. The control panel will beep and blink
indicating that the control panel is active and the settings can be
changed.
Imp rtant: In order to operate efficiently, this product should be in an
environment with an ambient temperature of less than 110 F.
CLEANING AND CARE
•Always unplug the wine cellar before cleaning.
•Do not use benzene, scrubbing brushes or chemical cleaners as these
will damage the unit.
•Use only a mild, nonabrasive cleanser to clean the exterior of the
cabinet.
•Clean the stainless steel door and handle by wiping with a warm water
and baking soda solution. The solution 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 dry cloth before plugging the wine
cellar back into the receptacle.
MOVING YOUR WINE CELLAR
•Always unplug the wine cellar before moving.
•Always remove all bottles before moving the wine cellar.
•Securely tape down all loose items (shelves) inside your appliance.
•Tape the door shut.
•Be careful of cabinet legs to avoid damage when moving.
•Be sure the wine cellar 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 wine cellar 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 wine cellar is not level.
•The shelves are out of position.
•The door was reversed and not properly installed.
•The door gasket is dirty.
•A bottle in the cellar is too long.
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 3 to 5 bottles 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 at the high end of the ambient
temperature range, it may have more difficulty achieving
a low internal temperature.
•To achieve accurate temperature control, the unit should
not be used or operated in any of the following locations:
oIn a sunny place, a room with poor air circulation such
as a garage or 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 wine cellar.
•Make sure the cooler has proper clearances at side and
rear and is located in a well-ventilated area.
•Door is not closed tightly or is being opened too
frequently.
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 very
warm, the cooler will run more.
•The unit has been designed to run continuously when
operating at the lower temperatures.
Vibrations •Check to make sure the wine cellar is level.
Frost appears in
cabinet (on back).
•Either too much humidity or too low of temperature inside
cabinet. Unplug cooler and allow to manually defrost.
Reconnect when ice has melted. If problem persists,
contact for service instructions.
Inside light
flashes.
•In some instances, this is normal. The light may flash
when the automatic defrost function starts to work.
•Set temperature is higher than inner temperature. Adjust
temperature to resolve.