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WHISPERKOOL PLATINUM SERIES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Front / Side View Front Grille Probe Input Controller Control Panel Rear View Posterior Grille Rear Power Option Drain Port Page 4 PT-EXPL01 071609...
CONTROLLER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Defrost Compressor Evaporator Fan Cellar “Pre-Chill” Bu on Energy Reduc on Bu on Hi Bo le Temp History & Scroll Bu on Energy Re u on Low Bo le Temp History & Scroll Set Bu on Bu on View Set Point Change Set Point...
INTRODUCTION Customer Service Thank you for purchasing a WhisperKOOL Extreme “Platinum Series” cooling unit. We strive to provide the highest quality products and the best possible customer service. If you have any questions about your Whis- perKOOL unit, please call us at 1(800) 343-9463.
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 13 for installation instructions.
The WhisperKOOL Extreme Platinum Series is designed so it can also be used with external ductwork con- nections. Ducting for the WhisperKOOL unit is sold in kits, and diff erent kits are available to suit your specifi c needs. The number of duct kits you require will depend on your layout. Follow installation instructions care- fully.
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Make sure the warm air will rise to the ceiling. Mount- there is a 3 ft. horizontal clearance in ing the WhisperKOOL high in the room will the front of the unit. This will assure create a consistently cool environment by...
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1-800-343-9463 and contact our Customer Service (ext. 740) or Sales Department (ext. 730) for information on how to obtain a DVD version. This tutorial will walk you through the steps of constructing a properly built wine cellar and the installation of our WhisperKOOL product line. Page 10...
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1000 14.25” x 15.75” x 25.5” 8000 2000 14.25” x 22” x 27” Cutting the Hole for the WhisperKOOL Unit Tools Needed Level Hammer Screwdriver Locate the center of the wall upon which the unit will be installed. Using a stud fi nder, locate the studs on either side of the center point, and mark them with vertical lines.
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Make sure that the internal height remains at 16” so that the WhisperKOOL system will fi t snugly through the framed cut-out. Frame the hole with two-by-four supports...
(exterior side). When placed in either position, power will come from that outlet only. Plug your WhisperKOOL unit into a surge protector or power conditioner. As with any sensitive electrical equipment, the WhisperKOOL electrical equipment may be damaged by power surges and spikes. Power surges and spikes are not covered in the WhisperKOOL Extreme warranty.
There are four individual pieces located in Kit 2 of your enclosed accessory kits. These fl ange pieces are designed to be used on the backside of the Extreme Platinum Series to mount to the exterior wall. There are three punch-outs located on the exterior of the housing. The punch-outs are designed for specifi c through- the-wall installation mounts.
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WhisperKOOL system (see illustration). Seal all cracks and gaps around the WhisperKOOL Extreme unit with an air-tight sealant or caulking to prevent air leakage. Note: If you use decorative molding, it should be attached to the walls and never to the cooling unit itself.
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Condensation Drain Line Tube The condensation drain line tube is used to remove excess condensation from the unit to a proper discharge location. It is important that the drain line tube is properly connected and used to prevent leakage and other problems associated with excess condensation.
Now determine at what depth the unit will be installed: For a non-fl ush installation (i.e. holes location #1 WhisperKOOL retrofi t or #2 Middle Wall), place the • grille on the condenser end and line up the holes on the grille with the holes on unit location #3. Use the 10 screws provided to fasten the grille to the unit.
• • Keep air paths free of loose foreign objects and debris. Connect the round fl exible ducts to the WhisperKOOL unit using the duct collars provided with the • duct accessory kit. Pull the outer plastic wrapping and insulation away from the end of the duct to expose the reinforced •...
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Warm Air to/from Wine Cellar Connect ductwork on the condenser to direct heat and air noise away from occupants. • Connect ductwork to another space within the basement or out of the building if exhausted heat is • undesirable. Page 19...
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REMOTE CONTROLLER: INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION The WhisperKOOL Platinum Series can be confi gured with a remote controller system. If you have a unit with a remote controller, please review this section. The controller can be installed up to 50 feet away from the cooling unit, or up to 300 feet away with the extended connection wire.
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Connection wire in Side Mount confi guration Connection wire in Rear Mount confi guration Below is an illustration of one possible way to confi gure the remote controller in a wine cellar. Cooling Unit Bottle Probe Remote Controller Page 21...
LIQUID MEASURING THERMOSTAT SYSTEM The WhisperKOOL Platinum Series cooling units come equipped with a liquid temperature measuring ther- mostat system. This system incorporates the following advantages: 1. Self-Calibrating Probe: The probe contains a sensor chip, which actually communicates back and forth to the thermostat.
This option provides unique the customer the convenience of managing the hu- fl exibility for installing the Extreme Platinum Series midity enhancement of their wine cellar. The WHM cooling unit in your wine cellar. The remote option is one of the many Customer Preference Selection must be specifi ed when the unit is ordered.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES AND OPERATION Button Normal Functions ON/OFF • The ON/OFF button allows the customer the convenience of turning the refrigeration system ON or OFF, from the control panel. This feature does not disconnect power from the unit, and the condenser fan will continue to run in the OFF position.
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Energy 1. The ER feature can be used to save energy and aids in extending the life of the system. Reduc- 2. The ER button is located at the top L/H side of the control. The ER feature is activated by tion pressing the ER button one time, and the ER logo will appear on the digital display.
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CPSM CCS – Cellar Pre-Chill Set Point: This parameter is set at 52°f, but can be adjusted to a set point Mode between 45°f - 67°f. (Cont.) bLL/Act – Compressor Off or On for Low (bLL) or High (Act) Temperature Alarm: These param- eters are set at “n”.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Monthly 1. Check fi lters 2. Check for unusual noise or vibration Quarterly Clean fi lters: 1. Remove grille/ducting on both ends of unit. 2. Remove the fi lter covering the coil. 3. Wash with warm water 4. Dry off fi lter by shaking excess water from fi lter. Annually 1.
No power to unit Locate the WhisperKOOL dedicated circuit breaker in the home’s main circuit panel. Push breaker fi rmly to the off position and then reset by pushing fi rmly to the on posi- tion.
Vinothèque Customer Service is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacifi c Time. The customer service representative will be able to assist you with your questions and warranty information more eff ectively if you provide them with the following: The model and serial number of your WhisperKOOL Extreme Series Unit. • •...
(d) The user is responsible for the full costs of installation and any additional parts required for the proper and complete installation of the Product. (e) The WhisperKOOL XLT cooling system cannot operate at its optimum capacity if airfl ow is constricted by ducting or venting the exhaust side of the unit into a location with inadequate ventilation.
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This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage caused during installation or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, or modifi cation to any part of the product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or lack of proper maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other than a technician approved by Vinothèque to service the prod- uct.
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you receive. You may want to check with your state’s tax authority for “use tax” regulations. 7. Customer Service Vinotheque customer service department is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00AM to 4:00PM PT by calling 1-800-343-9463. 8. Trouble Shooting The customer service department is available to answer any questions or inquiries regarding our product as well as to assist in basic and primary troubleshooting for any problems with our product.
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