Vintage Keeper Tuscany 250 Assembly & Operation Manual

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WINE CELLAR

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION MANUAL

1. LOCATING YOUR WINE CELLAR - Remember, it is not only an appliance but also a piece of furniture

2. AREA FOR ASSEMBLING YOUR WINE CELLAR

Choose a clear 12’ by 12’ area with a level oor and carpenting to help reduce scratching of surfaces.

3. TOOLS

* Hex wrench (included)

* Phillips screwdriver

* Rubber mallet

* Carpenter’s level

* Helper or two is strongly recommended

4. TEST THE COOLING UNIT

Plug it in for a few minutes on a table top, to verify that controls and display are functional, and that

the unit is producing cool air after a few minutes of operation.

Note that the electronic controller has a one-minute cautionary delay between initial plug-in and

start-up of the compressor.

Provide 3” minimum clearance for all surfaces especially top and back.

Under no circumstances should the unit be “built-in” in any way.

Never locate your wine cellar outdoors or in an area with extremes of temperature and

humidity.

Garages, attics, unnished basements, laundry rooms, breezeways, closets or any

unventilated room. In other words these units must be installed in air-conditioned

environments which do not “trap” the warm air being exhausted.

Temperatures in surrounding area must not exceed 80 °F (25 °C) with humidity levels not

to exceed 70% R.H. (Relative Humidity). Always use efcient and default (57ºF)

settings when warm or humid.

Outlet power must be a DEDICATED separately fused, grounded, 15 Amp 110 - 120 V line.

You must monitor your unit DAILY. If unit is in “Alarm”, unplug the unit inmediately. Always

check for any water (condensate) leaks.

Vintage Keeper will not be liable or responsible for incidental or consequential damages.

(See Warranty).

Place unit in a clean area and allow access to the exterior surfaces for periodic vacuuming

of the condensor coil.

Never set your temperatures below default (57ºF) or use “Quiet” settings whenever ambient

conditions are warm (above 75ºF) or humid (above 50%R.H.). The 500 unit is designed to run

on EFFICIENT mode at all times. Use the slower settings only if the unit cycles regularly (at

least 2 times per hour).

READ BEFORE YOU START

Hex Wrench

Hex Bolt

Hinge

Leg

Base Support

Silver Clip Screw

Connector Clip

Washer

HARDWARE KIT

STEPS

1. Panel Preparation (A,B,K).

2. Cabinet Assembly (C,J,O).

3. Hinge, Base and Legs Installation (D,E,F,G,H,I).

4. Shelves (L,M).

5. Cooling Unit Installation.

6. Faceplate and Light Installation (N).

7. Doors Installation (F,G,H,I).

Coupler Hanger

Screw

Coupler Shelf

Hanger Strips

Rubber Ring

MODEL

250

500

Rubber Cord

Silicone Caulking

SILICO

CAULKING

OIL

Use Phillips # 2

screwdriver (star)

STEP 1 : PANEL PREPARATION

Back Panel, left

Left Panel

Right Panel

Bottom Panel

Top Panel

Apply a bit of vegetable oil on the out-

side of the

RUBBER CORD

(K) to ease

the next step.

Open box V6S TOP or

V6D TOP

Install connector

CLIPS

(A) with silver

clip

SCREW

(B) in

BACK PANEL’S

and

TOP PANEL’S

predrilled holes. ( )

Continue with box V6S BOTTOM or

V6D

BOTTOM

Open box V5 or

and continue the

installation of connector

CLIPS

in the

SIDE PANELS

Push

RUBBER CORD

(K) in

BACK, TOP

AND BOTTOM PANELS

in all grooves

along side edges. Trim with cutter.

Back Panel, right

Round end ALWAYS

points to the edge of

the panel

STEP 2 : CABINET ASSEMBLY

Lay

BACK

PANELS

on oor (

BACK

PANEL

with cutout must be on the

left side)

Install

COUPLER HANGERS

(J) in

BACK PANELS

inserts with at head

screws (C) (hooks must point towards

top)

NOTE :

Gradually tighten the screws,

until the panels are tight.

Align

TOP

SIDE

PANEL

(open

end of hooks must point towards

top) with

TOP

BACK PANEL

Push

SIDE

PANEL

rmly down-

wards until you fully insert all

CLIPS

(A) in the corresponding

housings.

TOP

OF BACK P

ANEL

TOP
OF RIGHT

PANEL

BACK RIGHT

BACK LEFT

Insert other

SIDE

PANEL

TOP

STEP 2 : CABINET ASSEMBLY CONTINUED

Insert the

BOTTOM

and

TOP

PANEL

SLIGHTLY

stretch the

SIDE PANELS

start inserting the

BOTTOM

(rear)

side rst and work upwards, then

push or hammer with a rubber mallet

around sides.

DO NOT HIT THE CENTER OF THE

PANELS!

TOP

PANEL

BOTT

OM P

ANEL

TOP PANEL

can be identied by

two hangers

HANGER

POSTS

(P)*

RUBBER

ONLY

Insert

VERTICAL COUPLER

in front

of the cabinet

*Part of the

TOP PANEL

Be sure that all

PANELS

are fully

inserted and all

CLIPS

(A) are

touching the corresponding panel

before you continue . . .

Lock the

PANELS

with half turn of a

Phillips (star) screwdriver to the

CLIPS

(A)

IMPORTANT: You MUST

apply silicone

(O) to all interior panel joint seams to

prevent air leakage.

SIL

ICO

Half turn,

DO NOT

FORCE

CAB

INET

BOTT

STEP 3 : HINGE,BASE AND LEGS INSTALLATION

Raise cabinet and adjust the level by turning (clockwise) the

LEGS

(E)

as needed. Use a carpenter’s level

Fasten

BASE

(D)

with

HEX

BOLTS

(H)

Install six

LEGS

(E) into

BASES

(D)

OPTIONAL: Seal all panel joints (indicated by grey arrows)

with the supplied silicone (O). Continue in steps 5 and 7.

Fasten one

HINGE

(G) to each

SIDE

of the cabinet

NOTE:

Fasten

FRONT

BASE

(D) to the

BOTTOM

of the cabinet

Use

HEX BOLTS

(H).

and

HEX WRENCH

(I)

BASE TAB

FRO

NT E

DGE

NOTE:

Fatsen base (D) with base tab

away from the front edge, then fasten

and adjust the hinge before fully tight-

ening hinge bolts (H).

Hinge can be on either side of the cabinet (

FRONT

BASE

has to be set with end tabs away from front

edge)

FRONT

BASE

STEP 4 : SHELVES

Open box V4S or

V4D

Hook

SHELVES

into hangers starting

from the bottom of cabinet, (12

shelves on cooling unit side, 14 on

the other) alternating the two sides

HINT :

Snap

SHELVES

into

hangers on one side

Push the

SHELVES

down to snap into

opposite side hangers

PRESS

BOTTOM

TOP

Install

COUPLER SHELVES (L)

between the

VERTICAL COUPLER

and the

BACK PANEL

, hook them on

the

COUPLER HANGERS

(J)

Install 4

HANGERS STRIPS

(M)

hook-

ing them to the

COUPLER SHELVES

through square holes. (Watch for ori-

entation, all hooks have to point

upwards).

NOTE :

Assure that each of them is

hooked to all 4 shelves

COUPLER SHELVES

VERTICAL COUPLER

VER

PLA

BAC

Feed the power cord through and

Screw the

COVERPLATE

to the

COOLING UNIT

at each corner

(screws supplied with cooling unit)

NOTE :

Snap in the

AIR DEFLECTOR

, place

bottom tabs, push, then ex onto

side and let it sping back into side tab

PHO

NEBO

1 ou

t 2

Drob

ot co

ntrols

ADJU

COOLING

UNIT

AIR

DEFLECTOR

Lift the

COOLING UNIT

to top shelf

NOTE :

Take out the power cord through the

BACK

panel

Slide the unit forward into the

BACK

PANEL

opening and lock the

2 KEYHOLE

TABS

(O)

over the 2

HANGER POSTS

(P)

* PART OF THE UNIT AND THE

TOP PANEL

OPTIONAL: Seal all panel joints (indicated

by grey arrows) with the supplied silicone

(O).

STEP 5 : COOLING UNIT INSTALLATION

Do not overtighten the

screws, cover should seal

but the metal should not

touch the cabinet

Place it on a spacer (phone-

book or pieces of left-over

insulation) to get it level

with the cut-off of the

BACK

panel

In case of excessive condensation attach the supplied drain

hose and direct it to a cup or container (check and empty

regularly). The hose can be cut down to a desired size to t

into the drain cup or container.

NOTE: The hose should be used if excessive condensation

occurs and at your option, remove if it is not required.

1 ou

t 2

Drob

ot co

ntrols

ADJU

1 ou

t 2

Drob

ot co

ntrols

ADJU

1 ou

t 2

Drob

ot co

ntrols

ADJU

Snap

LIGHTCOVER

over the

LIGHT

Snap

LIGHT in LIGHT CLIPS

plug small end of power cord

into socket on side of light

STEP 6 : FACEPLATE AND LIGHT INSTALLATION

NOTE :

to replace the light bulb:

1. Press down on ends of light behind to release

cover.

2. Remove cover as light ends are pushed down

OFF

FACEPLA

Open the

RUBBER RING

(N) at cut

end and place it around the cord

Plug in the light cord into the side

COOLING UNIT

NOTE:

Place the ring into the

notch of the

FACEPLATE

Fasten

LIGHT CLIPS

into mounting

holes predrilled on front edge of

TOP

panel

1. Lift the FACEPLATE to touch

the bottom of the unit

Center over controller

2. Tilt, snap over the

COOLING

UNIT

Install

TOP HINGES

(G)

with

HEX BOLTS

(H)

NOTE :

Adjust nal position

of the doors before

tightening the bolts

STEP 7 : DOORS INSTALLATION

Open box V3

Place

WASHERS

(F)

BOTTOM

HINGES

(G)

Insert

DOORS

onto

BOTTOM

HINGES

(G)

OPTIONAL: Seal all panel

joints (indicated by grey

arrows) with the supplied

silicone (O).

CONTROLS : PLUG IT IN

(wait one minute)

and ENJOY!

DEFAULT SETTINGS

: Storage Temperature :

57°F / 14°C (ideal temp for wine cellaring)

Fan Speed:

DEFAULT. Optimized for maximum efciency and moderate noise

Display:

SET - POINT (°F)

FEATURES

Digital Sensor:

Sensing ACTUAL TEMP (air in cabinet)**

Set temp range:

50°F / 72°F (check humidity and temperature

levels around your cabinet before lowering your setting from

default. Setting the unit below 57ºF could cause a water leak or

overow in high humidity or warm conditions. (see below)

Selectable modes:

QUIET, DEFAULT, EFFICIENT

Dual display:

°F / °C

Press

TO SEE CABINET TEMP. :

OPERATION

SET

ADJUST

1 OUT 2

Drobot Controls

Press

Release

SET

SET POINT :

Unplug / Re plug the unit, but rst eliminate the possible cause; inspect the seals

of the door and cabinet, reduce ambient temperature, remove obstructions on the

exhaust side.

Press

and

together NOTE : All other settings, reset to DEFAULT

Press

and

together to display the default offset, then

Press

o r

once per degree to offset the display temperature.

TO RESET FROM ALARM :

TO CHANGE FROM

°F TO °C :

TO CALIBRATE :

SET

DEFAULT TO EFFICIENT :

EFFICIENT TO QUIET :

QUIET TO DEFAULT :

Press and hold

for 5 sec. until the unit stops and stores the request *

Press and hold

for 5 sec. until the unit stops and stores the request *

Press and hold

for 5 sec. until the unit stops and stores the request *

* The unit will restart after 1 minute in the selected mode or a higher one as required

by the temperature conditions.

SET

TO CHANGE FAN SPEED :

NOTE :

Automatic modes are disabled during the rst 4 hours after plug in.

QUIET

DEFAULT

EFFICIENT

EMERGENCY

ALARM

Quiet operation: Slowest fan speed, least efcient, with usually longer cycles.

* USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND ONLY WHEN AMBIENT CONDITIONS ARE IDEAL.

Optimal noise, efciency, cycle time balance

Higher fan speed: Best performance if noise is not an issue.

* USE THIS SETTING WHENEVER AMBIENT CONDITIONS ARE WARM OR HUMID

(ABOVE 50%R.H.)(ABOVE 75ºF).

Higher fan speeds: Unit will automatically operate with higher fan speed if out of

set-point range

The unit will shut down if the cabinet temperature exceeds 72 °F

1 OUT 2

Press

Release

Then, press

o r

once per

degree. The unit will memorize the

new value and

it will restart after 1 minute delay.

SET

TO CHANGE SET POINT :

** Reading AIR temperature the

controller will respond more quickly

to temperature changes than using a

LIQUID probe. As in any refrigerator

air temperature may change 7 or

8 degrees during a complete cycle,

however, the wine temperature,

will remain constant, within one

degree Farenheit.

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES AND LOADING TIPS

MODEL 500

220

248

14
14
14
14
14
14
14

14
14
14
14

14
14
14
14
14
14
14

14
14
14
14

Max 4" dia.

bottles

Max

3.5" dia.

bottles

3 rows

3" dia.

or 2 rows

4.5" dia.

Max: 506 3" bottles

MODEL 250

110

124

7
7
7
7

7
7
7
7
7
7

7
7
7
7
7
7
7

7
7
7
7

Max 4" dia.

bottles

Max

3.5" dia.

bottles

3 rows

3" dia.

or 2 rows

4.5" dia.

Max: 253 3" bottles

Maximum capacities and sample loading arrangements for Vintage Keeper Tuscany wine cellars

are illustrated below. Note the variations in shelf height, to accomodate the widest variety of

bottle types and sizes. Standard Burgundy and Bordeaux bottles are best arranged with necks

facing out; some taller bottles may need to be arranged neck to neck. Never stack bottles more

than two rows high on a shelf; all shelves must be installed as directed. Avoid placing bottles

directly in front of the cooling unit’s circulating fan.

WARNING:

Bottles in black will be in the cold air stream and could block airow efciency in

some circumstances (warm or humid areas). This area of the cabinet should have

the coldest temperature. You may use it as your “chilling” section.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Although each Vintage Keeper cooling unit has been carefully tested at every stage of manufacture, occasional problems

arise, the majority of which are due to rough or careless handling during shipping or installation. Other problems may

derive from improper cabinet assembly, power interruption or surge, low line voltage (less than 105V), or failure to clean

the unit regularly. The following may help you determine what the problem may be; what steps you can take to correct

it, and what further steps may be required. Additional Trouble-Shooting information and downloadable documents are

available in the “Support” area of our web site:

www.vintagekeeper.com

IMPORTANT NOTE:

In order to provide maximum protection for your valuable wine collection, the following steps are highly advisable.

First and foremost, have your wine collection adequately insured. Second, install a battery-powered heat-sensitive alarm

to warn of any loss of cooling due to power interruption. Third, monitor your storage and ambient conditions on a

regular, daily basis. Fourth, install a high quality surge supressor to protect against sudden power uctuations. Fifth,

clean the unit as directed, on a regular basis. Be advised, also, that Drobot-Vintage Keeper cannot in any event be liable

or responsible for incidental or consequential damages.

CHECK:

- Is the unit plugged in?

- Is the power supply operational?

- Is the LED display functional?

- Is there any evidence of shipping

damage on the cooling unit or

packaging materials?

- Is the storage temp properly

set?

- Is the cabinet properly

assembled, with all joints air

tight?

- Is the door properly adjusted to

seal tightly when closed?

- Is airow to and from the

cooling unit unobstructed?

- Is the ambient air temperature

within the specied range?

- Are any exterior surfaces of

the

cabinet exposed to sunlight?

THEN:

- Note that the unit has a 1-minute cautionary delay

between plugging in and full start-up; this is a built-in

safeguard to protect the compressor in the event of

sudden power failure

- Note that the power supply must be a dedicated,

separately-fused and grounded 15 Amp, 120V line. If an

extension cord must be used, it must be rated for 15

Amps. Do not share the outlet with other appliances

- If the unit is receiving power yet fans or compressor fail

to run, unplug for ten minutes, then try again

- Note that the unit may take a few days to achieve the

desired storage temperature, even in a properly located,

airtight cabinet

- Take steps to reduce ambient temperatures and

compensate for additional heat gain if any cabinet walls

receive direct sunlight

- If gaps are visible at any panel joints, ensure that you

have applied silicone caulking to the area, to ensure

an airtight seal as detailed in our instructions

- Take steps to improve circulation of air to and from the unit

- Adjust the door, if necessary, to seal tightly by

re-positioning the upper hinge and improving the cabinet

level

- Install the air deector as directed

- Increase your SET TEMPERATURE

- Increase fan speed to “EFFICIENT”

- Clean the fan and grille areas

- If the problem persists, disconnect the unit and contact

Vintage Keeper

IF:

COOLING UNIT DOES

NOT RUN AT ALL WHEN

PLUGGED IN

COOLING UNIT RUNS

BUT DOES NOT COOL

SUFFICIENTLY

LIMITED WARRANTY AND PRODUCT SUPPORT

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

If your Vintage Keeper cooling unit or cabinet fails to perform as designed within one year of the date of purchase, VINTAGE KEEPER

INC. warrants that, upon your request, it will be repaired or replaced, at our option, during the one year warranty period. This

warranty applies only to the rst end-user purchaser of a Vintage Keeper unit that is purchased and used in the continental United

States or Canada. It is not valid for subsequent purchasers, nor for units in use outside North America. The warranty period for your

Vintage Keeper unit commences on the date you purchased it and expires one year thereafter.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Within 10 days of purchase, complete and mail, fax or e-mail the registration sheet to VINTAGE KEEPER INC. Alternately, you may

www.vintagekeeper.com

. When you make a warranty claim, you must forward a copy

of your original dated bill of sale to establish your date of purchase.

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR UNIT

Customer service and warranty problems are handled online at

www.vintagekeeper.com.

You will nd a comprehensive well-

documented and easy-to-use solution to almost any question or problem you may have. The inquiry forms are lled in on-line and

connect you to our representatives who will process your requests for warranty service. This is the quickest way to solve your

problems. If you do not have access to the internet you may call us from 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m EST, to request a WARRANTY CLAIM

INFORMATION KIT. We can fax or mail it to you. You can ll in the enclosed REQUEST FOR RETURN AUTHORIZATION CODE form and

return it by mail or fax. We can then promptly process your claim.

REPLACEMENT ?

At our option we may choose to offer you a replacement part or product rather than a repair. Upon your authorization to accept

a replacement unit and with appropriate security (credit card authorization), we will promptly ship a replacement unit. The

replacement may be a unit that has been reconditioned by VINTAGE KEEPER INC. The unit that needs service must be packed and

returned to us, shipping prepaid. Upon its receipt, we will release your credit card security. Go online to the SUPPORT section on our

web site at

www.vintagekeeper.com

to request warranty service.

REPAIR ?

If we determine that your unit needs to be repaired rather than replaced we will issue you a Return Authorization Code. Go online

to the SUPPORT section of our web site at

www.vintagekeeper.com

to request warranty repair service. Please save the original

packaging materials to facilitate shipment. Mark the Return Authorization Code clearly on the outside of the package, enclose a brief

note describing the problem and send the unit, shipping prepaid, to VINTAGE KEEPER INC.

WHAT MUST YOU DO?

Your unit is designed to perform with a minimum amount of user maintenance when

installed and operated precisely as directed in

the manual

. You are, however, responsible for the required user maintenance described in the manual, specically, regular cleaning

of the condensor coil and fans. Also, you must take steps to protect the unit from sudden power surges. As with any sensitive

electronic device, your Vintage Keeper unit may be damaged by power surges or spikes, including lightning strikes, acts of god, sudden

interruptions or prolonged low-voltage conditions, which are not covered by this Warranty. You must monitor your unit’s performance

on a daily basis. If there is an apparent problem or “Alarm” condition, you must disconnect the power supply to avoid potential

damage to your wine collection. It is your responsibility to insure your wine, and to take all reasonable and necessary precautions to

safeguard its condition.

WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER

This warranty covers only defects in materials and workmanship provided by VINTAGE KEEPER INC. and does not cover equipment

damage or malfunction from misuse, abuse, accident, act of God, or any unauthorized alteration or modication. The product must

have been installed and operated precisely as directed in the manual which acompanies each product. Improper return shipping,

inadequate packaging or shipping damage is not covered unless the unit is packaged and shipped in accordance with Vintage Keeper

replacement procedures. This product is not warranted for

COMMERCIAL USE.

Such usage will void any warranty. Third party servicing

of this product during the warranty period will also void the warranty, as will any evidence of tampering or alteration to the serial

number and or the original dated bill of sale.

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR ARE YOUR ONLY REMEDIES

YOUR ONLY REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF YOUR ELIGIBLE PRODUCT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

NEITHER THIS WARRANTY NOR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

PERIOD. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL VINTAGE KEEPER INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE

DAMAGES OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING SPOILAGE OF WINE, EVEN IF VINTAGE KEEPER INC. KNOWS OR IS

INFORMED THAT SUCH DAMAGES ARE POSSIBLE. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO INSURE YOUR WINE, AND TAKE ALL REASONABLE,

NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO SAFEGUARD ITS CONDITION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NO RESELLER IS AUTHORIZED TO

MODIFY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY. ANY ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OFFERED BY A RESELLER IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THAT

RESELLER.

SERVICE AFTER YOUR WARRANTY EXPIRES

If your unit requires service after the one-year warranty period expires, you may have it serviced locally by any qualied HVAC

technician, or you may purchase a new unit at a special discount under our Extended Warranty Program. Please be ready to provide

model, serial number, credit card number and a copy of your original dated bill of sale. In addition, repair service is always available

direct from us at at rates below the prevailing charges for local service. However, using our Extended Warranty Program for units

under 5 years old will always be a preferable solution to returning a unit for repair. Go online at

www.vintagekeeper.com

to request

Repair Service or see our Extended Warranty Program.

5648 McAdam Rd., Mississauga ON CAN L4Z 1T2

Phone : 905.501.8582 Fax : 905.501.0889

Toll free: 1.888.274.8813

customerservice@vintagekeeper.com

www.vintagekeeper.com

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