Avanti WC400YGB User Manual

Model Numbers:

WINE COOLER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WC400YGB

CAUTION:

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.

P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152

www.avantiproducts.com

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and

maintain your new wine cooler properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions.

If you don't understand something or

you need more help, please call:

Avanti Customer Service

800-220-5570

Keep proof of original purchase date
(such as your sales slip) with this
guide to establish the warranty period.

CAUTION:
THIS WINE COOLER IS

NOT DESIGNED FOR
THE STORAGE OF

Write down the model and serial

numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on
the rear wall outside the wine cooler.

Please write these numbers here; ‘

Date of Purchase

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your wine cooler.

If you received a damaged wine cooler,
immediately contact the dealer (or

builder) that sold you the wine cooler.

MEDICINE OR OTHER
MEDICAL PRODUCTS.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We're proud of our service and want
you to be pleased. If for some reason
you are not happy with the service
you receive, here are some steps to
follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain why
you are not pleased. In most cases,

this will solve the problem.

Save time and money. Before you
call for service, check the
Troubleshooting Guide. It lists
causes of minor operating problems

that you can correct yourself.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details, including your
telephone number, and send to:

Customer Service
Avanti Products

10880 NW 30 Street
Miami, FL 33172

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PARTS AND FEATURES

REVERSIBLE DOOR

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Table of Contents

Help Us Help You -

Parts and Features

Important Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Before Using Your Wine Cooler
Installation of Your Wine Cooler

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Wine Cooler

Operating Your Wine Cooler----------------------------------

Temperature Control

Care and Maintenance ----------------------------------------

Changing Your Light Bulb
Cleaning Your Wine Cooler -----------­Maintenance of Your Wine Cooler
Vacation Time

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Moving Your Wine Cooler

Troubleshooting Guide-----------

Service For Your Wine Cooler

Your Avanti Products Warranty

WC400YGB Parts Breakdown

WC400YGB Parts List

WC400YGB Wiring Diagram and Cooling System

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Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,

WARNING/^

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.

• Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past, Junked or
abandoned appliances are still dangerous... even if they will "just sit in
the garage a few days."

• Before you throw away your old refrigerator or wine cooler:

take off the door, leave the shelves in place, so that children may not
easily climb inside.

• Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.

• 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 vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire or
explosion.

-Save these instructions-

or injury when using your wine cooler,
follow these basic precautions:

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

^ Before Using Your Wine Cooler

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

• Check to be sure the following parts are included:

- 6 slide out shelves

■ 1 Instruction manual

• Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand
upright for approximately 2 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.

> Installation of Your Wine Cooler

• Place your appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support the
appliance when it is fully loaded. To level your appliance, adjust the
legs at the front of the appliance.

• Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the appliance,
which allows the proper air circulation to cool the compressor.

• Locate the appliance away from direct sunlight and sources of heat
(stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic
coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption.
Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance

not to perform properly.

• Avoid locating the appliance in moist areas. Too much moisture in the

air will cause frost to form quickly on the evaporator.

• Plug the appliance into an exclusive properly installed-grounded 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
an authorized Avanti Products service center.

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H Warning H

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical
shock. If the power cord Is damaged, have it replaced by an
authorized Avanti Products service center.

> Reversing the Door Swing of Your Wine Cooler

This wine cooler has the capability of either opening the door from the left or
right side. The unit is delivered to you with the door opening from the left
side. Should you desire to reverse the opening direction, please follow these
instructions.

NOTE;

All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.

Reversing of the Wine Cooler Door

Remove the two screws(1)that hold the lower hinge(2)(right side)to the

frame. Also, remove the screw-type leveling front leg(3).

Remove the left front leg(4) and transfer it to the right side.
Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching it.
Make sure to remove the spring(5) located inside the upper right hole

of the door and the upper right side pin(6).

Remove the plug button(7)from the upper left hole of the door and

transfer it to the uncovered hole at the right side. Be sure to press the

button firmly into the hole.
Insert the upper pin(6) previously removed from the right side (step 3)

and transfer it to the other hole at the left side of the top frame.

Insert the spring(5)previously removed(step 3)inside the upper left side

hole of the door.
Set the door in its place making sure the pin(6)enters the bushing at
the lower upper frame section(hole).
While holding the door in the closed position, secure the lower left
hinge(2)previously removed(step 1 ¡.Before placing this lower hinge,
remove the upper bolt-pin(8) and reverse the direction of the hinge.

Insert the bolt-pin(8)and do not tighten until the top of the door is
leveled with the counter top.

Insert the two screws(1 ¡previously removed(step 1¡and tighten them.

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©-Lower Door Hinge
® -Front Leveling Legs
©-Left Front Leg

OPERATING YOUR WINE COOLER

©-Door Frame Pin
® -Hinge Plug(Door Frame)Left Side
©-Door Hinge Bolt

^ Temperature Control

• The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to
"MAX" position.

• The settings of the temperature control are "OFF", "MIN", "NORMAL

" and "MAX". After 20 minutes, adjust the temperature control setting
to "NORMAL". The setting of "NORMAL" should be correct for home
or office wine cooler use.

• To turn the wine cooler off, turn the temperature control to "OFF".

NOTE:

■ Turning the temperature control to "OFF" position stops the cooling
cycle, but does not shut off the power to the wine cooler.

■ if the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off, you must wait 3 to
5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before
this time delay, the wine cooler will not start.

■ The range between "MIN" and "MAX" is from 48°F to 61 °F, which
is ideal for the storage of wines.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

> CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB

NOTE:

All parts removed must be saved to do the replacement of the light
bulb.

Before removing the light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or
disconnect the electricity leading into the refrigerator at the main
power supply. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or
personal injury.

“ Move the light switch B to the "OFF" position.

- Remove the screwCö:

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Remove the light bulb cover by puling the bottom end of the light
bulb cover gently.
Unscrew the bulb (D
Replace with a 10 watt-refrigerator bulb that is the same shape and
size.
Replace the light bulb cover j and tighten screw .

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X- Bulb Cover

'S' Bulb Holder
S- Bulb Holder Case

Cleaning Your Wine Cooler

• Turn the temperature control to "OFF",unplug the wine cooler, and remove
the bottles.

• Wash the inside 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 shelves and trays with a mild detergent solution.

• The outside of the wine cooler should be cleaned with mild detergent and
warm water.

• It may also be necessary to periodically wipe the bottom part of the storage
area, as the wine cooler is designed to retain humidity ,and condensation
may collect there.

0 Switch

Screw

Maintenance of Your Wine cooler

• Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect
the temperature of your wine cooler if you minimize the number of times
the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of
time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your contents.

Vacation Time

During long absences, remove all the bottles; unplug your wine cooler, clean
your wine cooler, and leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation
of condensation, mold, or odors.

Moving Your Wine Cooler

• Remove all the bottles.

• Securely tape down all loose items inside your wine cooler.

• Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.

• Tape the doors shut.

• Be sure the wine cooler stays in the upright position during transportation.
Water Collection Tray

• When the compressor is not operating, water drops collect and drain
through the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan located above
the compressor.

• To clean tray if necessary, remove 2 screws holding it against the back
wail.

• Pull the tray forward and replace it once cleaned.

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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR WINE COOLER?

You can solve many common wine cooler problems easily, saving you the
cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can
solve the problem before calling the servicer.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

Wine cooler does not
operate.

Wine cooler is not cold
enough.

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1 Compressor turns on and
i off frequently

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POSSIBLE CAUSE

Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse.
The wine cooler temperature control is set at
"OFF".

Check to be sure the temperature control
setting is at "NORMAL",

External environment may require a higher

setting.

The door is opened too often.

The door is not closed completely.
The door gasket does not seal properly.

The wine cooler does not have the correct
clearances.

The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of contents has been added to

the wine cooler.
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.

The wine cooler does not have the correct
clearances.

The light does not work.

Vibrations.

The wine cooler seems to
make too much noise.

The door will not close
properly.

The home circuit breaker or fuse has tripped.

The wine cooler is unplugged.
The bulb has burned out(see maintenance
section for the replacement procedure).

The switch is in the "OFF" position.

Check to assure that the wine cooler is level.
The rattling noise may come from the flow of

the refrigerant, which is normal.

As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling

sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your
wine cooler.

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls
may cause popping and crackling noises.

The wine cooler is not level.

The wine cooler is not level.

The doors were reversed and not properly

installed.

The gasket is dirty.

The shelves are out of position.

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SERVICE FOR YOUR WINE COOLER

We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of
professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti
appliances. With the purchase of your Avanti appliance, you can have
the confidence that if you ever need additional information or assistance,
the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call
us toll-free.

AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES

Product Information

800-323-5029

Part Orders

800-220-5570

In-Home Repair Service

800-220-5570

Whatever your questions are about our
products, help is available.

You may order parts and accessories that
will be delivered directly to your home.

You may order these items by personal
check, money order, Master Card, or Visa.

An Avanti Products authorized service
center will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that is convenient for
you. Our trained servicers know your
appliance inside and out.

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YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY

Staple your sales receipt here.
Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED
ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year fronn the date of

purchase by the original owner,
Avanti Products will, at its
option, repair or replace any
part of the wine cooler which
proves to be defective in
material or workmanship under
normal use. During this period

Avanti Products will provide all

parts and labor necessary to
correct such defects free of
charge, so long as the
appliance has been installed
and operated in accordance

with the written instructions

in this manual. In rental or
commercial use, the warranty
period is 90 days. All Avanti

Appliances of 3.6 cubic feet

capacity or less must be
brought/sent to the appliance
service shop for repair.

LIMITED SECOND THROUGH
FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through the fifth
year from date of original
purchase, Avanti Products will
provide a replacement compressor
free of charge due to a failure. You
are responsible for the service
labor and freight charges. In rental
or commercial use, the limited
compressor warranty is one year
and nine months. Cost to move
the appliance to the servicers'
shop and back to the user's
home, as may be required, are
the user's responsibility.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Content losses due to
spoilage.
incidental or consequential
damages.

Parts and labor costs for the
following will not be considered
as warranty.

Evaporator doors, door springs,

and/or frames.

Inner door panels, door shelves,
door rails, and/or door supports.
Vegetable crispers.

Light bulbs and/or plastic housing.
Plastic cabinet liners.
Punctured evaporator that voids

the warranty on the complete

sealed system.

Repairs performed by
unauthorized servicers.
Service calls that do not involve
defects in material or workman
ship such as customer education,
door reversal, or proper installation.
Service calls that are related to
external problems, such as abuse,
misuse, inadequate electrical
power, accidents, fire, floods, or
acts of God.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting circuit breakers.
Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose.
This warranty does not apply in
any foreign country.

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WC400YGB PARTS BREAKDOWN

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WC400YGB PARTS BREAKDOWN

ITEM#

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1 Door

2 Adiustable
3

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5 Axis Cover
6

7

8
9 Earth Diate
10 Compressor
11 Compressor Bolt Washer
12
13
14
15
16 Cord Clamp B
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18
19

20 Rubber Grommet
21 Drver Clamp
22
23 Thermostat Supporter
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25
26
27
28
29
30

31
32 Foot
33 Door Lower Hinae
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35
36
37
38

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40 Bulb
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42
43
44
45
46 !

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DESCRIPTION

Spring___________________________
Door UDoer Axis

Door Gasket
Drver
Comoressor Bolt

Cord Clamp A
PTC relay
Protector Relay
Relay Cover Retainer

Power Supply Wire Upper Clamp
Power Supply Wire Lower Clamp
Compressor Base

Thermostat
Screw

Control Panel
Control Knob
Screw
Thermostat Box
Cabinet

Clampina Washer

Drip Tray

Adiustable Door

Door Lower Axis

Rod Bar
Shelf
Screw

I

Sensor Cover
Bulb Holder

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Bulb Cover ;
Bulb Holder case
ON/OFF Lamp Switch
Screw I
Power Supply Cord I

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WC400YGB WIRING DIAGRAM

THERMOSTAT

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COOLING SYSTEM

1.Compressor 2.Condenser S.Filter and Drier 4.Capiiiary

5.Evaporator e.Accumulator

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