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SSD-WC Series Split System Installation, Operation & Care Manual CellarTec 1/4 Ton-SSD-WC CellarTec 1/3 Ton-SSD-WC CellarTec 1/2 Ton-SSD-WC CellarTec 3/4 Ton-SSD-WC READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information…..........2 Features & Specifications.…………………….……………..3 Cellar Construction.…………………………….……………..7 Installer’s Instruction…………….…..….……..……………..8 Electrical Wiring...……………..…..….……..………………13 Temperature Control & Humidity Adjustment.………….16 Care Guide…………………………………………………….20 User’ Troubleshooting…….………………………………...21 Customer Support……………………………………………23 Warranty……………………………………………………….24 - 1 -...
Important Safety Information WARNING: • DO NOT USE A GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER (GFI). • A DEDICATED CIRCUIT IS REQUIRED, 15 AMP FOR 1/4-1/3 Ton-SSD-WC AND 20 AMP FOR 1/2 -3/4Ton-SSD-WC. - 2 -...
Features and Specifications • CELLARTEC split cooling systems CellarTec 1/4-3/4 Ton-SSD-WC are ° designed and used to provide a cold temperature between 50~65 F for a properly insulated wine room at a normal environment. • The wine room will maintain humidity of 50~70% RH even when the environment becomes dry and humid.
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Fig. 1 WM25-45SFCD Evaporator Unit - 4 -...
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Fig. 2 WM65-85SFCD Evaporator Unit NOTE: LEAVE MINIMUM 3” CLEARANCE FOR ELECTRICAL WIRING AND REFRIGERATION PIPING - 5 -...
Cellar Construction This is only a guide and shall be considered as minimum requirements. All interior walls and floors shall have a vapor barrier and a minimum of R11 insulation. All exterior walls and ceiling shall have a vapor barrier and a minimum of R19 insulation.
The location shall be adequately ventilated and shall not be subject to freezing temperatures. WATER FLOW WATER IN WATER OUT MODEL CONDENSING UNIT (gal/min) CONNECTION CONNECTION CellarTec 1/4 TON-SSD-WC WM-250SCU-WC 3/8” NPT 1/2" ODF SOLDER CellarTec 1/3 TON-SSD-WC WM-450SCU-WC 3/8” NPT 1/2" ODF SOLDER CellarTec 1/2 TON-SSD-WC WM-650SCU-WC 3/8”...
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2. Discharge/Suction Valve Operation (Condensing unit) Back Position: Normal operation, process and manometer port closed Front Position: Liquid/suction line connection closed Middle Position: All ports open for evacuation, charge and manometer reading BACK POSITION FRONT POSITION MIDDLE POSITION Fig. 6 ROTALOCK Valve Operation BACK POSITION FRONT POSITION MIDDLE POSITION...
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• The thermostat with a built-in air sensor can be installed in the wine room 5 ft above the floor in an area with good air circulation at average temp. • If the thermostat is mounted outside the wine room, a remote air sensor is required inside the wine room.
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• If the superheat is low, then decrease the evaporator suction pressure by turning the hex nut (5/16”) counter-clockwise. Fig. 8 Expansion Valve The line sizes and refrigerant charges are listed as follows. REFRIGERATION LIQUID SUCTION DRAIN MODEL CHARGE LINES LINE LINE LINE...
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7. Pressure, Superheat and Subcooling Readings CAUTION: THE VALVES MUST BE IN THE MIDDLE POSITIONS TO READ PROPERLY. Complaint Possible Causes a. High suction pressure and low head pressure a. Compressor may be bad b. High suction pressure and low head pressure b.
Electrical Wiring CAUTION: • USE 14 GAUGE WIRE FOR POWER LINE WIRING. • USE 18 GAUGE WIRE FOR THERMOSTAT AND SENSOR. Fig. 10 Thermostat Installation - 13 -...
Temperature Control & Humidity Adjustment 1. Temperature Setting • Set the temperature at 55 ° for the optimum aging of wine • On initial start-up, the time required to reach the desired temperature will vary, depending on the quantity of bottles, temperature setting and surrounding temperature.
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2. Press and hold the two blank keys on either side of the center blank key for approximately five seconds until screen matches the screen below. 3. Press UP/DOWN advance keys to select setup number; press UP/DOWN change keys to change settings. 4.
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System Setup Menu Setup Setup Name Settings Number 0120 Date (Year Upper) Select first two digits of current calendar year 0130 Date (Year Lower) Select last two digits of current calendar year 0140 Date (Month) Select number for current calendar month 0150 Date (Day) Select number for current calendar date...
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Fig. 14 System Test Test Number Test Type Description cooling 1-on; 0-off 1-on; 0-off 3) Clock Setting 1. Enter the system setup and set 670 = 0 to unlock screen, then exit. 2. Press CLOCK key; press UP/DOWN keys to change clock. 3.
Care Guide In general, always unplug system or disconnect power while doing care. 1. Cleaning Water Lines • Flush the water lines with high pressure water (< 150 PSIG). 2. Moisture Removing • Remove the extra condensate if it is accumulated in the wine cellar at high ambient temperature and humidity.
User’s Troubleshooting This Troubleshooting Chart is not prepared to replace the training required for a professional refrigeration service person, not is it comprehensive Troubleshooting Chart Complaint Possible Causes Response a. No power a. Check power at receptacle & fuses 1.Unit not b.
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temperature c. Ambient temperature too high c. Check for installation location d. Malfunctioning fans d. Check for evaporator fans too high and e. Improper condenser cooling e. Check for water flow running Improper evaporator airflow Check for air restrictions continually g.
Customer Support If you still have problems, please contact us at: Apex 17631 South Susana Road Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221 Tel: (310) 886-3332 Fax: (310) 886-3310 Email: info@groupapex.com - 23 -...
Warranty Thank you for choosing an Apex cooling unit. Please enter the complete model and serial numbers in the space provided: Model_________________________________________________________ Serial No.______________________________________________________ Attach your purchase receipt to this owner’s manual. 1. Limited Warranty APEX warrants its products, parts only, to be free from defects due to workmanship or materials under normal use and service for twelve months after the initial sale.
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repair or replace the unit and return it free of charge to the original retail customer. If the unit is found to be in good working order, or beyond the initial twelve month period, it will be returned freight collect. 2.
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