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Wine Refrigerator Model # : BWR-281DZ INSTRUCTION MANUAL 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 20180219-1037...
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.
Parts BWR-281DZ 1. Light 6. Door Sensor 2. Shelves (5) 7. Door Lock Latch 3. Door Handle 8. Bottom Grille 4. Control Panel 9. Cylinder Lock 5. Door 10. Leveling Legs (4)
Whynter built-in/undercounter dual temperature zone wine refrigerator provides premium and advanced wine storage functionality. This wine storage system (BWR-281DZ) can hold up to 28 standard 750ml wine bottles; 10 bottles in the top zone and 18 bottles in the bottom zone. The powerful compressor cooling process offers optimum tempera- tures (low 40ºF to mid 60ºF) for red, white, and sparkling wines.
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 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. Should you desire to reverse the opening direction, please follow the following reversal instructions.
The unit should return to normal after running for a few hours. For mod- el# BWR-281DZ, this unit will not raise its internal temperature if the ambient temperature where the unit is located is lower than the set temperature...
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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 For easy access of the wine bottles, you must pull the shelves approximately ⅓ out of the railing. The shelves are designed with an emergency stop to prevent them being removed too far when loaded. ...
Storage DOOR LOCK The appliance is provided with a lock and key combination. The keys are located inside the plastic bag that holds the User Manual. Insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the door. To lock the door do the reverse operation making sure metal pin is engaged completely.
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 oper- There is a power failure Ensure the appliance is plugged in and 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 The appliance is not cold...
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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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