Vinotemp VT-CAVv4, VT - CAVE User Manual

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Vinocave Wine Cellar

VT-CAVE Models

Owner’s Manual

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Your Wine Cellar

This unit can be used for Storage and/or Service. Vinocave wine cabinets are
available in both glass door and solid door models.

Serving Wines

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 Instructions

Remove all packaging and labels 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 of unit and inspection, the supply cord must be replaced if it is
damaged. Contact our customer service at 1-800-777-8466.

• Let the unit rest, UNPLUGGED for 48 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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................6

LAYOUT AND LOADING RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................7

SECURITY LOCK............................................................................9

ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER/DISPLAY................................................9

TEMPERATURE CONTROL.............................................................. 10

TEMPERATURE ALARM.................................................................. 10

CLEANING AND CARE ..................................................................11

EVERYDAY CABINET CARE TIPS..................................................... 11

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................... 12

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS..................................................13

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PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

1. Cabinet Body

2. Hinge

3. Door

4. Universal shelf (storage and/or presentation configuration)

5. Hygrometer

6. Lock

7. Thermodynamic pump opening

8. Rigidity Bar (not present on all models)

9. Universal shelf (sliding configuration)

10. Adjustable foot (4)

11. Wire shelf

12. Storage tray

13. Temperature display (position may vary for glass door models)

14. Temperature adjustments

Item(s) VT-CAVE SD and VT-CAVE G
Bottle Capacity Approx. 267
Dimension (HxWxD)
Power Consumption 1.2kw.h/24h
Cooling System R134a
Ambient Temp
Temperature Range

71.25"×26.8"×26.8"

32～95°F Solid Door / Max 86°F Glass Door
48～59°F

Rated Voltage / Rated Frequency 115V / 60Hz
Input Power 140W

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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, as it may cause fire, electric shock or personal
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.

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. A loose fit between the AC outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause

overheating and a distortion of the plug. Contact a qualified
electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.

12. This appliance is designed to be free standing (not built-in).

13. The wine cellar is intended for use in a controlled ambient location

such that the ambient temperature does not exceed 95°F. For best
performance, locate away from large temperature fluctuations and
where ambient temperature range will remain inside accepted range
(32-95°F).

14. Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove,

heater, dishwasher, refrigerator, radiator, etc.).

IMPORTANT: Any work carried out on the cooling unit must be done by a
professional refrigerationist, who must check the circuit for leaks before
switching the appliance back on. Likewise, any work carried out on the
electrical circuit must be done by a qualified electrician.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal
injury, unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply
before servicing.

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