WhisperKool PLATINUM 8000, PLATINUM 4000 User Manual
EXTREME SERIES
OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR:
Platinum 4000
Platinum 8000
8000ti
The Coolest Thing In Wine Storage
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WhisperKOOL Extreme Series Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . .
Controller Quick Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Receiving & Inspecting The Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Wine Cellar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Through-The-Wall Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ducted Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Ducted Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Liquid Measuring Thermostat System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5
6
7
8
9
14
15
18
19
21
23
24
Variable Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Operation: Standard and Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Panel Features and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories for Cooling Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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27
28
31
32
34
34
35
We manufacture, test and certify 100% of our wine cooling units in
the USA. By sourcing the best components and closely controlling our
manufacturing processes, we can assure the highest-quality, lowest
defect manufacturing rates in the industry.
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Front Grille
WHISPERKOOL Series QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Front / Side View
Probe Input
Controller
T
M
Rear View
HIGH
MED
LOW
Control Panel
(see page 13 for details)
Speed Control (only 8000ti models)
Posterior Grille
Rear Power Option
Drain Port
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Evaporator Fan
Cellar “Pre-Chill” Buon
3-5
Set Buon
•View Set Point
1
•Change Set Point
3-5
•SET + Down = CPSM
3-5
•Reset Hi & Lo Buon
3-5
ALARM Pre-Chill Display
Control “ON/OFF” Buon
•
Turns the Cooling Unit
“ON/OFF”
1
Defrost Compressor
Energy Reducon
Hi Bole Temp History & Scroll
Buon
1
Low Bole Temp History & Scroll
Buon
1
Energy Reducon
Controls
Condenser Fans
Buon
1
Condenser Fan
AUX
CONTROLLER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Note: The 1 or 3-5 qualies the amount of time in seconds that the button must be pushed to activate the feature.
Your fan speed will depend on thermal load on the wine cellar, and resulting BTU that is required to cool and
maintain your wine cellar at the desired temperature.
Speed CFM DBA BTU
Low 274 57/57 5216
Medium 318 59/59 5606
High 333 60/61 5973
* To get a feeling for decibels, a food blender at 3ft is 90 dBA, garbage disposal at 3ft 85 dBA, vacuum cleaner at
FAN SPEED REFERENCE
(Extreme 8000ti only)
Evaporator/Condenser
10ft is 75 dBA, normal speech at 3ft 79 dBA, dishwasher in the next room 55dBA, Quiet night 35dBA
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INTRODUCTION
Customer Service
Thank you for purchasing a WhisperKOOL Extreme Series cooling unit. We strive to provide the highest quality products and the best possible customer service. If you have any questions about your WhisperKOOL unit, please call us
at 1(800) 343-9463.
Using the Manual
This User’s Manual is intended to assist in the proper installation and maintenance of the WhisperKOOL Extreme
cooling system. In order to ensure the longevity of your cooling unit, the equipment should be installed properly and
have a proper care and maintenance schedule. Please read and review this manual carefully and keep it for future
reference.
What Is the WhisperKOOL Extreme Series Cooling System?
The WhisperKOOL Extreme Series system is a specialized refrigeration unit designed for one purpose only: to maintain the optimal temperature and humidity levels conducive to the proper storage and aging of ne wines. It is a
self-contained cooling unit designed to be used as a forced-air through-the-wall unit or as a remote mount unit with
external ductwork connections.
How Does the WhisperKOOL Extreme Series Work?
The WhisperKOOL Extreme Series cooling system is especially designed for the use and application to maintain optimal conditions for wine storage and aging. The system is fully self-contained and can be installed as a “Thru-The-Wall’
application, or the unit is capable of an even more exible “Ducted” application, which allows the unit to be placed in
an indoor remote site, resulting in a quiet airow. The standard “Through-the-Wall” and ducted units are temperature
controlled via a bottle probe, and the ducted system comes standard with a remote key board that can be located up
to 50 ft from the cooling system (Note: Remote Unit comes standard with a 50 ft cord and remote keypad, additional
lengths are optional).
Temperature Setting
The WhisperKOOL Extreme unit can be set at any temperature within the acceptable wine-aging range of 50°F to
67°F. It is designed to cool 55°F cooler than the ambient temperature of the space to which it is exhausting.
Model 4000 Platinum 8000 Platinum 8000ti
Cellar Size 1000 cu. ft. 2000 cu. ft. up to 2000 cu. ft.
Dimensions 14.25”W x 15.75”H x 25.5”D 14.25”W x 22.5”H x 27.5”D 14.25”W x 22.5”H x 27.5”D
Weight 85lbs 110lbs 110lbs
AMPS (starting/running) 32/9 36/10 36/10
dBA 67 66 57 low 59 med 61 high
Installation Through-the-Wall, partially ducted, fully ducted
Thermostat Digital Control Display
Temp. Delta
(maintains proper cellar temperature when exhaust environment does not exceed 110°F)
Outside Venting
cover is highly recommended.
55°F temperature dierential
Can be done if the outside temperature does not exceed 110°F, the external grille
Ducting Options Unit can be fully ducted.
Warranty 2 year parts and labor / 5 year compressor
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RECEIVING & INSPECTING THE UNIT
Customer Warranty Registration
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THE WARRANTY CARD UPON RECEIPT OF THE UNIT.
By completing the Product Registration Card, you will be conrmed in our customer database ensuring that
your information is on le to help you obtain ecient warranty service.
Please refer to pages 35 - 37 for complete terms and conditions, warranty guidelines, and policy for your WhisperKOOL Extreme Series cooling unit.
Receiving and Inspecting the Unit
• Lift only at the designated handhold locations on the shipping container or fully support the unit from
underneath. A shipment may include one or more boxes containing accessories.
• Before opening the container, inspect the packaging for any obvious signs of damage or mishandling.
• Write any discrepancy or visual damage on the Bill of Lading before signing.
• Place the box containing the WhisperKOOL unit on a tabletop to prepare it for testing prior to installing.
• Sit upright for 24 hours.
Note: WhisperKOOL Extreme units are manufactured in the USA and tested prior to shipment.
Review the Packing Slip to Verify Contents
• Check the model number to ensure it is correct.
• Check that all factory options ordered are listed.
If any items listed on the packing slip do not match your order information, contact WhisperKOOL Customer
Service immediately.
Check the Accessory Kits for the following contents:
Kit One:
• WhisperKOOL Extreme Series User’s Manual
• Registration / Warranty Card
Kit Two:
• Power Cord
• Standard Screws (9)
• Self-Tapping Screws (9)
• Drain Line tube (1), Connection “T” (1), and Clamp (1)
• Mounting Flange Pieces (4)
• Bottle Temperature Probe (Standard Unit)
• Insulation Foam (4 strips)
Please leave the WhisperKOOL unit in its original box until you are ready for installation. This will allow you to
move the product safely without damaging it. When you are ready to remove the product from the box, refer to
page 14 for installation instructions.
Note: Save your box and all packaging materials. They provide the only safe means of transporting/shipping
the unit.
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QUICK START GUIDE
This guide is meant to serve as a quick reference for installation of the WhisperKOOL unit. The
remainder of this Owner’s Manual will provide more detailed information and instructions.
Upon receiving the WhisperKOOL unit:
1. Inspect the unit before installation. If damage is found, please contact your distributor or
WhisperKOOL Customer Service at 1.800.343.9463 ext 799.
2. The unit should remain in an upright position for 24 hours prior to operation.
3. The WhisperKOOL unit requires a dedicated 110-volt 20-amp circuit (or 220-volt depending
on the unit). Use a surge protector with the WhisperKOOL unit. Do not use a GFI (Ground Fault
Interrupter) line.
4. For your convenience, the Whisperkool unit has two power sockets, one on the side of the unit and
the other on the back. Both sockets come covered. Remove the cover from only the desired
power socket in order to plug the unit in.
5. The unit is designed to gently cool down the temperature of the cellar over time by cycling cooler
and cooler air throughout. Test the unit prior to installation. Operate unit for twenty minutes.
While the unit is running and working properly, the air discharged from the front should be 10 -
15°F cooler than the air in the room. This means that in an environment where the air is 80°F, the
unit will discharge air that is 65-70°F.
6. It is REQUIRED to install the drain line to remove excess condensation from the unit.
7. The WhisperKOOL unit is intended for use in properly designed and constructed wine cellars.
Hire a professional wine storage consultant with a valid contractor’s license to build your wine
cellar. Refer to the “How to Build a Wine Cellar” video available on the Whisperkool website at www.
whisperkool.com.
8. Install the foam strips along the inside edge of the unit’s flange to assure a proper seal against the wall.
Never try to open the WhisperKool unit, repair it yourself, or use a service company without
WhisperKool’s authorization. This will void your warranty.
If you encounter a problem with your WhisperKool unit, please refer to the Troubleshooting
Checklist on pages 32-33. If you have any further questions, concerns, or need assistance, please
contact WhisperKool Customer Service at 1.800.343.9463 ext. 799. Please be sure all testing has
been completed prior to contacting Customer Service. Please have your results ready for your
representative.
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PREPARING THE WINE CELLAR
The performance and life of your WhisperKOOL unit are contingent upon the steps you take in preparing the
wine cellar.
Note: Improperly preparing your enclosure or incorrectly installing your WhisperKOOL unit may cause unit failure, leaking of condensation, and other negative side eects.
IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU OBTAIN THE ASSISTANCE OF A
WINE STORAGE PROFESSIONAL.
Wine storage professionals work with licensed contractors, refrigeration technicians, and racking companies to
build well-insulated, beautiful, and protective wine cellars. WhisperKOOL has put together some useful tips to
assist in the installation process. Our recommendations are meant to act as a guide in the process of building a
proper enclosure. Your intended location may have specic needs that we do not address.
Wall & Ceiling Framing
Build wine cellar walls using standard 2x4 or 2x6 construction methods and ceiling joists following the guidelines of local and state codes in your area. As a general rule, the thicker the walls and the higher the insulation
factor in your cellar, the better it will be at maintaining a consistent temperature.
Insulation
Insulation is REQUIRED with the use of the WhisperKOOL product. Standard berglass or rigid foam insulation
is normally used in cellar construction or, in some cases, “blown-in” insulation is used. It is very important that
all walls and ceilings are insulated to keep the cellar temperature as consistent as possible during the summer
and winter months. The R-factor, or quality of insulation, is determined by the rate at which heat passes through
the insulation. The higher the R-factor, the more resistant the insulation is to conducting heat. Using higher Rvalues in insulation will lower your operating costs and unit run time.
Vapor Barrier
Vapor Barrier is REQUIRED to prevent the intrusion of water vapor so that the cellar can be kept at the correct
temperature and humidity. 6 mm plastic sheeting (recommended) should be applied to the warm side of the
cellar walls. The vapor barrier must also be applied to the outside walls and ceiling. If it is impossible to reach
the outside, then the plastic must be applied from within the cellar. The most common method is to wrap the
entire interior, leaving the plastic loose in the stud cavity so the insulation can be placed between each stud. All
of the walls and ceiling must be wrapped in plastic for a complete vapor barrier.
In areas of high humidity, such as Southern and Gulf States, the vapor barrier will prevent inltration of warm
moist air. The moist air can cause mold to form, and standing water in drain pans promote microbial and fungal
growth that cause unpleasant odors and indoor air quality problems. If mold is found, remove it immediately
and sanitize that portion of the unit.
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Mounting the Unit
Intake
Exhaust
Front of Unit
Exhaust Room
Wine Cellar
The unit should be mounted within 18“ of the
top of the room in order to achieve sucient
cooling. As the room cools down, the warm
air will rise to the ceiling. Mounting the WhisperKOOL high in the room will create a consistently cool environment by capturing the warm
air and replacing it with cool air. Mounting the
unit low in the room will result in a temperature
variation in the room due to the unit’s inability
to draw warm air from the ceiling of the cellar to
the unit itself.
Unobstructed Airow
Unobstructed airflow to and from the unit is a
critical factor in the unit’s overall performance.
Make sure there is a three-foot clearance in the
front of the unit, as fans blow down at an angle
and should not be obstructed by racking. Make
sure there is a minimum three-foot horizontal
clearance from the rear of the unit as well. This
will assure that the unit can move the air around
in an efficient manner. Avoid the attempt to
camouflage the unit by installing racking in front
of the unit. This will restrict airflow and thus the
unit’s ability to work efficiently.
Door and Door Seal
An exterior grade (1 3/4”) door must be installed
as a cellar door. It is very important that weather
stripping is attached to all 4 sides of the doorjam.
A bottom “sweep” or threshold is also required.
The door must have a very good seal to keep the
cool cellar air from escaping out of the cellar. One
of the most common problems with cooling units
running continually is due to the door not sealing
properly. In cases where glass doors are used
and the room size is close to the recommended
unit size, the next larger size WhisperKOOL
should be used. This will compensate for the
insulation loss due to the lower insulating rating of
glass.
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Ventilation
The necessity of dissipating heat away from the unit is critical to the unit’s performance and cannot be overstated. As the unit operates and cools, a greater amount of heat is generated on the exhaust side of the unit.
Adequate ventilation is required in order to dissipate heat away from the unit. If ventilation is inadequate, the
exhaust will heat up and adversely aect the unit’s ability to cool. In some cases, it may be advisable to install a
vent fan to dissipate heat within the exhaust area on the backside of the unit. However, you must have a fresh
air inlet as well. If your unit requires ducting, please contact WhisperKOOL Customer Service to obtain a specially designed ducting accessory kit for the unit. Using any other ducting system will void the warranty.
Ambient Temperature Factor
The cooling system has the ability to cool a eciently of 55°F as long as the ambient temperature of the area
that it is exhausting to does not exceed 110°F. Therefore, you want to exhaust the unit in a room which will not
exceed 105°F. Otherwise the unit will not have the capacity to keep the wine at a desirable 55°F.
Back - Exhaust Room
Front
-
Wine Cellar
Exhaust Fan
WhisperKOOL
(side view)
110ºF 55ºF
Air Intake Cellar Wall
How to Build a Wine Cellar Instructional Video
WhisperKOOL has a construction tutorial available on line at our website: www.whisperkool.com. This tutorial will walk you
through the steps of constructing a properly built wine cellar and the installation of our WhisperKOOL product line.
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Sizing the Unit to the Room
Model
4000
8000 2000
high
8000ti 2000 36 10 14.25” x 22.5” x 27.5”
8000ti 36 10 14.25” x 22.5” x 27.5”
8000ti 36 10 14.25” x 22.5” x 27.5”
Cellar Volume
(cubic feet) (starting) (running) (W x H x D)
1000
med
1000
500
low
AMP’s
32
36
Cutting the Hole for the WhisperKOOL Unit
Tools Needed
Hammer
Level
AMP’s
9
10
Product Dimensions
14.25” x 15.75” x 25.5”
14.25” x 22.5” x 27.5”
SawScrewdriver
Locate the desired installation location. Using a stud nder, locate the studs on either side of the center point,
and mark them with vertical lines.
Using a level and a pencil, mark a horizontal line on
the wall between the two studs, approximately 1.25”
(or as close as possible if more than 1.25”) from the
ceiling.
Using a ruler or measuring tape, measure 16” down,
and mark another horizontal line parallel to the rst
one.
Mark the horizontal lines with a level
Using a saw, cut along the uppermost horizontal line
until your saw reaches the stud. Turn the saw around,
inserting it into the cut you have just made, and cut
toward the opposite stud so that you have a clean horizontal cut between the two studs. Be careful not to cut
into the studs themselves.
Now make the second horizontal cut from stud to stud
on the line 16” below the rst cut.
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