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  • Page 1 Platinum Split TECH MANUAL The Coolest Thing In Wine Storage...
  • Page 2 WhisperKOOL. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. WhisperKOOL is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Controller Layout & Wall Mount Specifications ... . Ducted Platinum Split Specifications .....

  • Page 4: Quick Reference Guide (Q.r.g)

    (Press and hold 3-5 sec) Power On/Off Compressor On Unit is in Pre-Chill Mode Fans are On Alarm is Present Unit is in Anti-Frost Mode WALL MOUNTED PLATINUM SPLIT UNIT SPECIFICATIONS 4000 Condenser 8000 Condenser 4000 Evaporator 8000 Evaporator Model (Air Cooled...

  • Page 5: Ducted Platinum Split Specifications

    DUCTED PLATINUM SPLIT UNIT SPECIFICATIONS 4000 Condenser 8000 Condenser 4000 Evaporator 8000 Evaporator Model (Air Cooled (Air Cooled (Fan Coil Unit) (Fan Coil Unit) Condensing Unit) Condensing Unit) Cellar Size (cu. ft.) 1000 2000 Dimensions 23.75”w x 15”h x 22.5”d 12”w x 13.5”h x 18”d...

  • Page 6: Receiving & Inspecting The System

    Allow the condensing unit to sit for 24 hours prior to start up. The condensing unit can be placed in the installation location piped and evacuated during this time. Note: WhisperKOOL units are manufactured in the USA and tested prior to shipment. Review the Packing Slip to Verify Contents •...

  • Page 7: Before You Start

    6. Warranty is not active until a Warranty Checklist has been received, reviewed, and approved. If you encounter a problem with your WhisperKOOL system, please refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on page 36. If you have any further questions, concerns, or need assistance, please contact WhisperKOOL’s Customer Service at 1.800.343.9463.

  • Page 8: Preparing The Wine Cellar

    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.
  • Page 9 In cases where glass doors are used and the room size is close to the recommended system size, the next larger size WhisperKOOL system should be used. This will compensate for the insulation loss due to the lower insulating rating of glass.
  • Page 10 However, you must have a fresh air inlet as well. Note: If you are unsure about having adequate ventilation in your install location, please contact us to assess your specific installation at support@whisperkool.com or 1.800.343.9463. Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit)

  • Page 11: Preparing The Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit)

    Be sure to clear the power cord and drain line from brazing area. Place both the 3/8 and the 1/4 copper couplings on the exposed lines. www.whisperkool.com | Page 9...
  • Page 12 PREPARING THE EVAPORATOR UNIT (FAN COIL UNIT) Place the caps removed in step 1 onto the ends of the lines to avoid debris from entering the lines, followed by inserting the barbed coupling into the drain line at the rear of the unit. length to extend past wall 3”...
  • Page 13 Perform a pull test to ensure the strain relief connection is Bottle Probe Connector Circular Connector tight.) Connecting the bottle probe to the circular connector: Insert the bottle probe connector into the circular connector and twist the bottle probe connector clock wise to lock in place. www.whisperkool.com | Page 11...

  • Page 14: Installing The Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit)

    NOTE: The top of the unit needs to be installed Unit) installed. with a minimum of six inches and a maximum of NOTE: WhisperKOOL recommends elevating the eighteen inches from the ceiling. ( This will ensure unit close to the install height.
  • Page 15 6. Form the copper lines on the outside of the cellar in the desired direction. NOTE: WhisperKOOL recommends using sweep 90-degree bends when making turns with the line set. With the system operating, sight glass clear, and the cellar close to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

  • Page 16: Drain Line

    DRAIN LINE Condensation Drain Line The condensation drain line tube is used to remove excess condensation from the Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil 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.

  • Page 17: Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit) Wiring Schematic

    EVAPORATOR UNIT (FAN COIL UNIT) WIRING SCHEMATIC                     Capacitor Evap Capacitor   www.whisperkool.com | Page 15...

  • Page 18: Preparing The Condensing Unit

    Provide a weatherproof disconnect for Condensing Units located outside. As with all sensitive electrical equipment, damage may be caused in the event of power surges and spikes. WhisperKOOL recommends plugging the unit into a surge protector, or power conditioner, in order to protect your system. As outlined in our terms &...

  • Page 19: 4000 Condensing Unit Wiring Diagram

    4000 CONDENSING UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM www.whisperkool.com | Page 17...

  • Page 20: 8000 Condensing Unit Wiring Diagram

    8000 CONDENSING UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM LEGEND: TERMINAL BOARD BD # SERVES COLOR GROUND GREEN UK GREEN/YELLOW STRIPE L1-115V-HOT BLACK WHITE (NEUTRAL) BLACK RED UK-CAN 115V-NEUTRAL WHITE BLUE UK CC HEATER BLACK COMP GND GREEN H-COMP BLACK N-COMP WHITE H-COND FAN BLACK START BLUE...

  • Page 21: 8000 Condensing Unit Wiring Schematic

    8000 CONDENSING UNIT WIRING SCHEMATIC POWER 115v 60 HZ CC HEATER START CAPACITOR COMP CONTACTOR CURRENT RELAY COMPRESSOR COND. COMP CONTACTOR LOW AMBIENT HI PRESS SWITCH CONTROL LO PRESS SWITCH TIME DELAY www.whisperkool.com | Page 19...
  • Page 22 It is required to size the suction line tubing according to this chart. Line Set Length >25ft 26-50ft 50-100ft Model >3ft 3-10ft <10ft >3ft 3-10ft <10ft >3ft 3-10ft <10ft Vertical Rice Platinum Split 4000 1/2” 5/8” Horizontal Tubing Platinum Split 4000 3/8” 5/8” 5/8” 1/2” Vertical Rise Platinum Split 8000 1/2” 5/8”...

  • Page 23: Line Set Diagrams

    Option 1 or leveled to the coil. Option 2 is for when the system is installed with the condensing unit at a higher elevation than the coil. Option 2 www.whisperkool.com | Page 21...

  • Page 24: Installing The Condensing Unit

    INSTALLING THE CONDENSING UNIT Refrigerant Piping Procedures When installing/routing the lines set, cap both ends of each tube to prevent material or debris from entering the tubing. Prior to connecting the piping, loosely connect the refrigerant gauges to the service ports of the suction and liquid line service valves.
  • Page 25 Fahrenheit). If superheat is not between 8 and 12 degrees make an adjustment to the expansion valve. Depending temperature, the “high side” should be approximately 175lbs, and the “low side” should be 28lbs or more to keep the Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit) from icing. www.whisperkool.com | Page 23...
  • Page 26 INSTALLING THE CONDENSING UNIT (continued) Measure Superheat If superheat is high and bubbles are present, add more refrigerant until it is clear. If superheat is low (around 4-6 degrees Fahrenheit) and bubbles are present in the sight glass, check for liquid refrigerant entering the compressor as evidenced by cool crankcase below 100- 110 degrees Fahrenheit and low discharge superheat.

  • Page 27: Wall Mount Kit Option (Installed)

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Wall Mount Kit Option (Installed) Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit) Wall Mount Kit Filter Grille Side Air Grille Controller Rear / Side View Mounting Bracket (pre-installed) www.whisperkool.com | Page 25...

  • Page 28: Installing The Wall Mount Kit

    INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT KIT NOTE: The screws should be 1/16” installed with about 1/16” between the face and screw head. Install one of the 6-32 3/8” Phillips Pan Head screws, in each corner of the supply panel. Connect the two wires from the keypad to the terminal block.
  • Page 29 Install the Filter Grille by aligning the four inside slotted holes with the four mounting screws and slide WALL-MOUNT down. Tighten the bottom two screws through the access holes when the grille is already in place. PLATINUM SPLIT www.whisperkool.com | Page 27...

  • Page 30: Fully Ducted Installation Information

    • Keep air paths free of loose foreign objects and debris • Connect the round flexible ducts to the WhisperKOOL system 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 inside duct liner •...

  • Page 31: Ducted Configuration Option (Installed)

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Ducted Configuration Option (Installed) Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit) Ducted Configuration Supply Air Collar Return Air Plenum Filter Access Panel Keypad Connection www.whisperkool.com | Page 29...

  • Page 32: Installing The Fully Ducted Accessory Kit

    (Fan Coil Unit), followed by installing the four 6-32 3/8” Phillips pan head screws in the four holes on the front of the Evaporator Unit. Option 2 DUCTED PLATINUM SPLIT 020713 Page 30 | 1-800-343-9463...

  • Page 33: Remote Keypad Installation

    When running the communication line through a wall, be sure to run the line in the rear mount position and insert the supplied plug in the side hole on the box. Reattach the keypad box to the bracket. Connection wire in Side Mount configuration Connection wire in Rear Mount configuration www.whisperkool.com | Page 31...

  • Page 34: System Operation

    The temperature control feature for the determined time series (based on detailed laboratory evaporator fan is a feature applicable to WhisperKOOL. testing), which will ensure that the product is kept within This is the Advance Product Safety Technology (APST), the safe range.

  • Page 35: Remote Controller Functions

    After the 6 hour time period, the Set Point will automatically return to the original Set Point. 2. The CPC feature can be conveniently adjusted to the customer’s specific needs, by accessing the “Customer Preference Select Mode” (CPSM). See Customer Preference Select Mode Instructions. www.whisperkool.com | Page 33...
  • Page 36 Set 1. Press the “Set” button once and it will display the Set Point. After approximately 5 seconds, the display will return to normal operation and display the Bottle Probe temperature. 2. Press the “Set” button once and it will display the Set Point. Press the up and down arrows to change the set point.
  • Page 37 Con 40 min/Cof 10 min. In the event that there is a Probe 1 failure/ Alarm, the compressor/refrigeration system automatically starts a predetermined ON/OFF cycle, which is controlled by the Con and the Cof parameters. The customer can adjust these parameters to maintain the desired Bottle temperature. www.whisperkool.com | Page 35...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Unit has ice forming on the Evaporator Unit (Fan Coil Unit) Solution Possible Cause Evaporator filter or coil is dirty. Remove the filter and wash, then clean the coil with a vacuum. If coil is very dirty, use a spray bottle with a small amount of liquid dish washing detergent or coil cleaner.
  • Page 39 Please contact the installing technician to troubleshoot. Compressor and /or starting components faulty Please contact the installing technician to troubleshoot. Humidity in cellar too low Possible Cause Solution Not enough moisture Raise the Fon setting to increase the humidity level www.whisperkool.com | Page 37...

  • Page 40: Technical Assistance & Accessories

    TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WhisperKOOL Customer Service is available Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The customer service representative will be able to assist you with your questions and warranty information more effectively if you provide them with the following: •...
  • Page 41 NOTES www.whisperkool.com | Page 39...
  • Page 42 WhisperKOOL 1738 E. Alpine Ave Stockton, CA 95205 1(800) 343-9463 www.whisperkool.com...

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