Vinotemp Refrigerator VT 38 User Manual

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  
B e v e r a g e / W i n e C o o l e r  
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O W N E R ’ S  
M A N U A L  
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Y o u r B e v e r a g e / W i n e C o o l e 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  
wines or beverages.  
S e r v i n g W i n e s  
Storing wines at the proper temperature is important. To preserve them  
as long as possible wine should be stored at approximately 55°F. The  
chart below suggests the optimal serving temperature for the different  
styles of wine.  
°C  
19  
18  
17  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
°F  
66  
Wine Style  
Armagnac, Brandy, Cognac  
Full Bodied Red wines, Shiraz  
Tawny Port  
64.5  
62  
59  
Medium Bodied Red Wines  
Amontillado Sherry  
57  
55.5  
53.5  
52  
Light Bodied Red Wines  
Full Bodied White Wines  
Medium Bodied White Wines  
Rosé, Light Bodied White Wines  
Vintage Sparkling  
50  
48  
8
53.5  
44.5  
Fino Sherry  
7
Non Vintage Sparkling  
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General Operating Instructions  
Remove all external and internal packaging from your 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  
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 ............................................. 6  
Important Safety Instructions ..................................... 7  
Cord Instructions ...................................................... 8  
Cooler Installation ..................................................... 8  
Operating Instructions ............................................... 9  
Temperature Control.................................................. 9  
Rack Removal / Installation ...................................... 10  
Cleaning And Care................................................... 11  
Moving Your Cooler.................................................. 11  
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 12  
Terms Of Sale And Warranty..................................... 13  
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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. Temperature Adjustment  
9. Light Switch  
Type  
Item Number  
2 Temp.  
VT-38  
Dimension (HxWxD)  
34.3"×23.9"×22.6"  
Weight  
Power Consumption  
Cooling System  
153.9 Lbs  
2.1 kW.h/24h  
R134a  
Temperature Range (for Right Side)  
Temperature Range (for Left Side)  
4865°F  
4065°F  
Rated Voltage  
Rated Frequency  
Input Power  
115V  
60Hz  
150W  
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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 users  
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 unit in moist  
areas.  
4. Keep away from children.  
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 be built-in (fully recessed) or free  
standing.  
14. This cooler is intended for use in a controlled ambient location  
such that the ambient temperature does not exceed 90°F (32°C)  
and is not below 60°F (16°C).  
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  
cooler, 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 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 cooler with  
an extension cord or power board. Please  
ensure that the appliance is plugged directly  
into the electrical outlet.  
COOLER INSTALLATION  
1. This cooler is designed to be built-in (fully recessed) or free standing.  
2. Remove all exterior and interior packaging.  
3. Place your cooler on a flat surface that is strong enough to support  
the unit when fully loaded.  
4. Do not place the unit in a moist place or display in direct sunlight.  
5. Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit.  
6. Do not place the unit next to a major appliance that emits large  
amounts of heat, such as a dishwasher, microwave, oven, etc.  
7. Unit is not designed for installation in a garage or basement.  
8. 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 due to handing during  
transportation.  
9. Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth  
before first use. Be sure to wipe dry.  
10. Do not plug unit into the same outlet as a refrigerator or microwave.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
o Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.  
o Gently place/slide the racks in the cooler.  
o Determine the best temperature setting to use.  
o Place bottles inside the cooler.  
o Limit the frequency of opening the door to conserve energy and  
maintain proper storage temperature.  
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 3 to 5 bottles in the unit.  
TEMPERATURE CONTROL  
Important note: In order to operate efficiently, unit should be in  
an environment with an ambient temperature of less than 90°F  
(32°C).  
Temperature Presets:  
For your convenience, the cooler is programmed at storing temperature.  
The temperature zone for the right side pre-set by the manufacturer is  
54oF (12oC). The temperature zone for the left side pre-set by the  
manufacturer is 45oF (7oC).  
Setting the temperature control (manually):  
You can manually adjust the temperature. Simply press the  
button on  
the control panel to decrease the temperature and the button to  
increase the temperature inside the cooler in 1° increments. The  
temperature zone for the right side ranges from 48oF to 65oF (9oC -18oC).  
The temperature zone on the left side ranges from 40oF to 65oF (4oC -  
18oC). The variance between compartments can be no more than 18oF  
(10 oC).  
When the cabinet temperature is too low the LED will display “LL”. When  
the temperature is too high it will display “HH”. The “ER” display shows  
when there has been a power disruption.  
Both sides of this unit can store wine or beverages, but the left side can  
be set colder than the right side.  
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RACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION  
To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have the door  
all the way opened when pulling shelves out of the rail  
compartment.  
1. Remove any bottles stored on the rack.  
2. Grasp the rack, and gently pull it up, then take it out.  
3. To reinstall, push the racks into track rails until it completely stops.  
(See figure 1)  
NOTE: Shelves are interchangeable, to store wine or beverage.  
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CLEANING AND CARE  
Always unplug the cooler 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 the parts with a clean dry cloth before plugging the  
cooler back into the receptacle.  
MOVING YOUR COOLER  
Always unplug the beverage/wine 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 doors shut.  
Be sure the cooler stays in the upright position during transportation  
Protect the outside of appliance with a blanket or similar item as  
needed.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
You can solve many common 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  
Vibrations  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Check to make sure the cooler is on a level surface.  
The cooler is not on a level surface.  
The racks are out of position.  
Door will not  
close properly.  
A bottle in the cooler is too long.  
The door gasket is dirty.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Make sure the cooling vents are not obstructed.  
The room may be too hot. If the ambient room  
temperature is above 90°F (32°C), the unit can have  
difficulty chilling adequately and 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:  
o In a sunny place  
Power is ON but  
the unit will not  
cool.  
o In a room with poor air circulation such as a garage near  
another heat-producing appliance such as a dishwasher,  
oven or refrigerator.  
o With an outlet shared with a refrigerator, as the  
refrigerator will drain power from the unit.  
o In a cabinet or closet.  
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TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY  
Vinotemp International (“Seller”) and the person or entity that acquires 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 freight collect. Seller assumes no responsibility for the goods sold to the  
Purchaser once the goods have left the Seller’s premises, including, but not limited to, late delivery by the  
moving carrier, or for events caused by any difficulty carrier incurs in attempting to fit the goods into the  
Purchaser’s place of business or residence due to the size of the goods or otherwise. Purchaser assumes all  
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 on Purchaser including, but not limited to, additional charges imposed per flight of stairs,  
and/or additional charges resulting from the carrier’s inability to safely and/or adequately use the building  
elevator to lift the goods to an upper floor. Any claim for damages incurred during shipment by the carrier of  
the goods are insured and handled directly with the carrier. Any damages due to manufacture defects will be  
handled directly with Vinotemp International, subject to the limited warranty.  
All sales are final, and unless 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 and cost of freight both ways, and if Seller does take back the goods, there will be a restocking  
charge that is 35% of the 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 check that has insufficient funds (NSF), or stops payment on a check or  
credit card for any reason, Purchaser agrees to pay for all costs associated with the Seller’s connection or  
litigation of such a claim, including without limitation extra damages, court costs and attorneys’ fees. Finance  
charges begin the date of invoice. Collection fees plus NSF fee of 50$ will be added to your invoice, which you  
agree to promptly pay. Title to the goods does not pass until payment is received in full by Seller and Seller  
retains a security interest in the goods until they are paid for in full.  
LIMITED WARRANTY: Seller warrants that the goods will be free of defects in materials and workmanship as  
follows: Metal cabinet wine, beverage, refrigerator and freezer units: parts and labor for cooling system and  
cabinetry for a period of 12 (twelve) months from date of sale, removal and re-installation of unit is not  
included in warranty. For a scratch and dent or refurbished unit, warranty is 3 months from your dated invoice  
(parts for function only, not cosmetic). There is no warranty on parts purchased separately. Purchaser’s  
exclusive remedy is limited, at Seller’s option; to repair or replace defective part[s] with either new or factory  
reconditioned part[s]. Purchaser is responsible for shipping the unit pre-paid to designated facility and Seller  
will pay return shipping charges in the continental United States for items repaired under warranty within 12  
months from date of sale. Improper placement of the unit will void the warranty. This limited warranty does  
not cover damage due to such things as accident, misuse, abuse, mishandling, neglect, acts of God, fires,  
earthquakes, floods, high winds, government, war, riot or labor trouble, strikes, lockouts, delay of carrier,  
unauthorized repair, or any other cause beyond the control of the Seller, whether similar or dissimilar to the  
foregoing. Seller is not responsible for any damages caused 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 house beverages. Purchaser assumes all risk of using these units, including risk of spoilage, humidity  
variations, temperature variations, leaks, fire, water damage, mold, mildew, dryness and similar and any other  
perils that might occur.  
Seller is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages, and there are no warranties, expressed or  
implied, which extend beyond the Limited Warranty described above.  
The implied warranties of  
merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly disclaimed. Some states do not  
allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or a waiver of the implied warranties of fitness  
and/or merchantability, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal  
rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
In the event of any dispute between Seller and Purchaser arising out of or relating to these terms and  
conditions or to the goods sold generally, Purchaser must first file a written claim with Seller within ten days of  
the occurrence giving rise to the claim and wait an additional thirty days for a response before initiating any  
legal action. The sale and all terms are subject to California law. Any legal proceeding arising out of or  
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 and conditions are the only ones governing this transaction and Seller makes no oral  
representations of any kind. These Terms and Conditions can only be modified in writing, signed by both  
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  
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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are subject to change without notice. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this  
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