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Model # : BWR-171DS & BWR-401DS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BWR-171DS BWR-401DS Congratulations on your new Whynter product. To ensure proper operation, please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. V 20181023-1105...
Safety Precautions APPLIANCE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that may result in serious injury.
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Safety Precautions Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the appliance or any other appliance. Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure to unplug the appliance. Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug with wet hands.
Product Features Capacity: 17 standard 750ml wine bottle capacity for BWR-171DS Upper Zone Capacity: 6 bottles Lower Zone Capacity: 11 bottles Capacity: 40 standard 750ml wine bottle capacity for BWR-401DS Left Zone Capacity: 20 bottles Right Zone Capacity: 20 bottles ...
Installation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury WARNING when using your appliance, follow these basic pre- cautions: Read all instructions before using the appliance. DANGER or WARNING: An empty wine refrigerator can be a hazardous for children or small pets.
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WARNING: Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by a qualified electrician or contact Whynter Service Department This appliance requires a standard 115/120 Volt AC ~/60Hz electrical ground outlet with three-prong. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
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Installation REVERSING THE DOOR SWING OF YOUR WINE REFRIGERATOR Note: Door reversal is only applicable for model# BWR-171DS. All parts removed must be saved for proper reinstallation of the door. This appliance has the capability of the door opening from either the left or right side. The appliance is deliv- ered to you with the door opening from the left side.
Operation and Controls It is recommended you install the appliance in a place where the ambient temperature is between 72º- 78ºF / 23º-26ºC. If the ambient temperature is above or below recommended temperatures, the performance of the wine refrigerator may be affected. For example, placing your appliance in extreme cold or hot conditions may cause interior temperatures to fluctuate.
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Operation and Controls NOTE: If the appliance is unplugged, encounter power interruption, or turned off, you must wait 3 -5 minutes before restarting the appliance. If attempted to restart before this time delay, the appliance may not start. SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL ...
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Operation and Controls SABBATH MODE Sabbath mode is available for the observance of certain religious holidays. This mode turns off the displays, interior light and audible alarms and prevents them from turning on again. Normal cooling operations will still take place. To initiate Sabbath mode, press and hold the POWER and LIGHT keys at the same time for at least 5 seconds.
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Storage STORAGE Wine bottles may differ in size and dimensions so the actual number of bottles can be stored may vary. The 17 or 40 bottle capacities are approximate maximums when storing traditional Bordeaux 750 ML bottles and in- cludes bulk storage. You may load your wine bottles in single row or by stacking while taking note of the following: if you do not have enough bottles to fill your wine refrigerator, it is better to distribute the load throughout the wine refrigerator so as to avoid “all on top”...
Care and Maintenance CAUTION: Failure to unplug the appliance during service could result in electrical shock or personal injury. CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE Turn off the power, unplug the appliance, and remove all items including shelves. Wipe the interior with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of water.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solutions The appliance does not There is a power failure Ensure the appliance is plugged in and operate the power outlet has power The appliance is not plugged in Replace the broken fuse or reset the A house fuse has blown or the breaker circuit breaker is tripped...
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solutions Display “E0”, “E1”. “E2”, “ED” indicates that the door has Close the door “E3”, “E4”, “E5”, “E7”, or been left open for more than 60 “ED” seconds “E0” indicates the communication Call for service error for 3 zone models ...
All defective products and parts covered by this warranty will be repaired or replaced on a mail-in basis to Whynter’s Service Center. This warranty is not transferable. After the expiration of the warranty, the cost of labor and parts will be the responsibility of the original owner.
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Right zone Temp control tiny red light illuminated to the right of temp setting