1. READ BEFORE YOU START
2. HARDWARE KIT
3. STEP 1 : PANEL PREPARATION
4. STEP 2 : CABINET ASSEMBLY
5. STEP 3 : HINGE,BASE AND LEGS INSTALLATION
6. STEP 4 : SHELVES
7. STEP 5 : COOLING UNIT INSTALLATION
8. STEP 6 : LIGHT AND FACEPLATE INSTALLATION
9. STEP 7 : DOORS INSTALLATION
10. CONTROLS, PLUG IT IN AND ENJOY !
11. MAXIMUM CAPACITIES AND LOADING TIPS
12. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
13. VINTAGE KEEPER LIMITED WARRANTY AND PRODUCT SUPPORT
14. ASSEMBLED UNIT
    

1. LOCATING YOUR WINE CELLAR - Remember, it is not only an appliance but also a piece of furniture

A. Provide 3" minimum clearance for all surfaces especially top and back.
Under no circumstances should the unit be "built-in" in any way.
B. Never locate your wine cellar outdoors or in an area with extremes of temperature and
humidity.
Garages, attics, unfinished basements, laundry rooms, breezeways, closets or any
unventilated room. In other words these units must be installed in air-conditioned
environments which do not "trap" the warm air being exhausted

C. Temperatures in surrounding area must not exceed 80 °F (25 °C) with humidity levels not
to exceed 80% R.H. (Relative Humidity). Always use efficient and default (57ºF)
settings when warm or humid.
D. Outlet power must be a DEDICATED separately fused, grounded, 15 Amp 110 - 120 V line
E. You must monitor your unit DAILY. If unit is in “Alarm”, unplug the unit immediately. Always
check for any water (condensate) leaks.
Vintage Keeper will not be liable or responsible for incidental or consequential damages.
(See Warranty).
F. Place unit in a clean area and allow access to the exterior surfaces for periodic vacuuming
of the condensor coil

2. AREA FOR ASSEMBLING YOUR WINE CELLAR
Choose a clear 12' by 12' area with a level floor and carpeting to help reduce scratching of surfaces.

3. TOOLS

• Hex wrench (included)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Rubber mallet
• Carpenter's level
• Helper or two is strongly recommended
  
  4. TEST THE COOLING UNIT
  
  Plug it in for a few minutes on a table top, to verify that controls and display are functional, and that
  the unit is producing cool air after a few minutes of operation.
  
  Note that the electronic controller has a one-minute cautionary delay between initial plug-in and
  start-up of the compressor.

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TOP

1. Open box V6 or V6D TOP Install connector
   CLIPS (A) with silver clip SCREW(B)
   BACK PANEL’S and TOP PANEL’S predrilled holes. ()
   
   Continue with box V6S BOTTOM or V6D BOTTOM
   
   Open box V5 or V2 and continue the
   Installation of connector CLIPS in the
   SIDE PANELS.
   
   
2. Push RUBBER CORD (K) in BACK, TOP
   AND BOTTOM PANELS in all grooves
   along side edges. Trim with cutter.
   
   Apply a bit of vegetable oil on the outside of
   the RUBBER CORD (K) to ease the next step.
   

STEP 2 : CABINET ASSEMBLY

1. Lay BACK PANELS on floor
   (BACK PANEL with cutout must be
   on the left side)
   
   
2. Install COUPLE HANGERS (J) in BACK
   PANELS inserts with flat head screws (C)
   (hooks must point towards top)
   
   NOTE : Gradually tighten the screws,
   until the panels are tight.
   
   
3. Align TOP of SIDE PANEL(open
   end of hooks must point towards
   top) with TOP of BACK PANEL
   
   Push SIDE PANEL firmly downwards
   until you fully insert all CLIPS (A) in the
   corresponding housing.
   
   
4. Insert other SIDE PANEL
   

5. Insert the BOTTOM and TOP PANEL

SLIGHTLY stretch the side panels,
start inserting the BOTTOM (rear)
side first and work upwards, then
push or hammer with a rubber mallet
around sides.

DO NOT HIT THE CENTER OF
PANELS!

6. Insert VERTICAL COUPLER in front
of the cabinet

7. Be sure that all PANELS are fully
inserted and all CLIPS (A) are
touching the corresponding panel
before you continue . . .

Lock the PANELS with half turn of
a phillips (star) screwdriver to the
CLIPS (A)

IMPORTANT: You MUST apply silicone
(O) to all interior panel joint seams to
prevent air leakage.

STEP 3 : HINGE,BASE AND LEGS INSTALLATION

1. OPTIONAL: Seal all panel joints (indicated by grey arrows)
   with the supplied silicone (O). Continue in steps 5 and 7.
   
2. Fasten one HINGE (G) to each SIDE of the cabinet
   
   NOTE: Fasten FRONT BASE (D) to the BOTTOM of the cabinet
   Use HEX BOLTS (H). and HEX WRENCH (I)
   
3. Fasten FRONT BASE (D) to the BOTTOM of the cabinet
   
   Use HEX BOLTS (H). and HEX WRENCH (I)
   
4. Fasten BASE (D) with HEX BOLTS (H)
   
   NOTE: Fasten base (D) with base tab away from the front edge, then fasten and adjust the hinge before fully tightening hinge bolts (H).
   
5. Install six LEGS (E) into BASES (D)
   

   Raise cabinet and adjust the level by turning (clockwise) the LEGS (E) as needed. Use a carpenter's level
   

STEP 4 : SHELVES

1. Install COUPLER SHELVES (L) between the VERTICAL COUPLER
   and the BACK PANEL, hook them on the COUPLER HANGERS (J)
   
2. Install 4 HANGERS STRIPS (M), hooking them to the COUPLER SHELVES through square holes. (Watch for orientation,
   all hooks have to point upwards).
   
   NOTE : Assure that each of them is hooked to all 4 shelves
   
3. Open box V4S or V4D
   Hook SHELVES into hangers starting
   from the bottom of cabinet, (12
   shelves on cooling unit side, 14 on
   the other) alternating the two sides

   HINT :

   1. Snap SHELVES into
   hangers on one side

2. Push the SHELVES
down to snap into
opposite side hangers

STEP 5 : COOLING UNIT INSTALLATION

1. Lift the COOLING UNIT to top shelf

NOTE : Place it on a spacer (phonebook or
pieces of left-over insulation) to get it level
with the cut-off of the BACK panel

2. Take out power cord trough BACK Panel

3. Slide the unit forward into the BACK
PANEL opening and lock the 2 KEYHOLE
TABS (O)* over the 2 HANGER POSTS (P)*

* PART OF THE UNIT AND THE TOP PANEL

4. OPTIONAL: Seal all panel joints (indicated
by grey arrows) with the supplied silicone (O).

5. Feed the power cord through and Screw the COVERPLATE to the COOLING UNIT at each corner (screws supplied with cooling unit)

NOTE : Do not over tighten the screws, cover should seal
but the metal should not touch the cabinet

6. Snap in the AIR DEFLECTOR, place bottom tabs, push, then Flex onto side and let it spring back into side tab

7. In case of excessive condensation attach the supplied drain
hose and direct it to a cup or container (check and empty
regularly). The hose can be cut down to a desired size to fit
into the drain cup or container.

NOTE: The hose should be used if excessive condensation
occurs and at your option, remove if it is not required.

STEP 6 : LIGHT AND FACEPLATE INSTALLATION

1. Open the RUBBER RING (N) at cut end and place it around the cord

   Plug in the light cord into the side of COOLING UNIT
   
   NOTE: Place the ring into the notch of the FACEPLATE

2. 1. Lift the FACEPLATE to touch the bottom of the unit
   
   Center over controller
   
   2. Tilt, snap over the COOLING UNIT
   
3. Fasten LIGHT CLIPS into mounting holes predrilled on front edge of TOP panel
   
   
4. Snap LIGHT in LIGHT CLIPS plug small end of power cord into socket on side of light
   
   
5. Snap LIGHTCOVER over the LIGHT

   NOTE : to replace the light bulb:
   1. Press down on ends of light behind to release
   cover.
   2. Remove cover as light ends are pushed down

   

STEP 7 : DOORS INSTALLATION

1. Open box V3

   Place WASHERS (F) on BOTTOM HINGES (G)

2. Insert DOORS onto BOTTOM HINGES(G)
   
   
3. OPTIONAL: Seal all panel joints (indicated by grey arrows) with the supplied silicone (O).
   
4. Install TOP HINGES (G) with HEX BOLTS (H)
   
   NOTE : Adjust final position of the doors before tightening
   

CONTROLS, PLUG IT IN AND ENJOY !

DEFAULT SETTINGS :

Storage Temperature : 57°F / 14°C (ideal temp for wine cellaring)
Fan Speed: DEFAULT. Optimized for maximum efficiency and moderate noise
Display: SET - POINT (°F)

FEATURES:

Digital Sensor: Sensing ACTUAL TEMP (air in cabinet)**
Set temp range: 50°F / 72°F (check humidity and temperature levels around your cabinet before lowering your setting from default. Setting the unit below 57ºF could cause a water leak or overflow in high humidity or warm conditions. (see below)
Selectable modes: QUIET, DEFAULT, EFFICIENT
Dual display: °F / °C

** Reading AIR temperature the controller will respond more quickly to temperature changes than using a LIQUID probe. As in any refrigerator air temperature may change 7 or 8 degrees during a complete cycle, however, the wine temperature, will remain constant, within one

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES AND LOADING TIPS

Maximum capacities and sample loading arrangements for Vintage Keeper Tuscany wine cellars are illustrated below. Note the variations in shelf height, to accommodate the widest variety of bottle types and sizes. Standard Burgundy and Bordeaux bottles are best arranged with necks facing out; some taller bottles may need to be arranged neck to neck. Never stack bottles more than two rows high on a shelf; all shelves must be installed as directed. Avoid placing bottles directly in front of the cooling unit's circulating fan.

 

WARNING: Bottles in black will be in the cold air stream and could block airflow efficiency in some circumstances (warm or humid areas). This area of the cabinet should have the coldest temperature. You may use it as your “chilling” section.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Although each Vintage Keeper cooling unit has been carefully tested at every stage of manufacture, occasional problems arise, the majority of which are due to rough or careless handling during shipping or installation. Other problems may derive from improper cabinet assembly, power interruption or surge, low line voltage (less than 105V), or failure to clean the unit regularly. The following may help you determine what the problem may be, what steps you can take to correct it, and what further steps may be required. Additional Trouble-Shooting information and downloadable documents are available in the "Support" area of Vintage Keeper web site: www.vintagekeeper.com

IMPORTANT NOTE:

In order to provide maximum protection for your valuable wine collection, the following steps are highly advisable. First and foremost, have your wine collection adequately insured. Second, install a battery-powered heat-sensitive alarm to warn of any loss of cooling due to power interruption. Third, monitor your storage and ambient conditions on a regular, daily basis. Fourth, install a high quality surge suppressor to protect against sudden power fluctuations. Fifth, clean the unit as directed, on a regular basis. Be advised, also, that Drobot-Vintage Keeper cannot in any event be liable or responsible for incidental or consequential damages.

VINTAGE KEEPER LIMITED WARRANTY AND PRODUCT SUPPORT

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
If your Vintage Keeper cooling unit or cabinet fails to perform as designed within one year of the date of purchase, VINTAGE KEEPER INC. warrants that, upon your request, it will be repaired or replaced, at our option, during the one year warranty period. This warranty applies only to the first end-user purchaser of a Vintage Keeper unit that is purchased and used in the continental United States or Canada. It is not valid for subsequent purchasers, nor for units in use outside North America. The warranty period for your Vintage Keeper unit commences on the date you purchased it and expires one year thereafter.

PROOF OF PURCHASE
Within 10 days of purchase, complete and mail, fax or e-mail the registration sheet to VINTAGE KEEPER INC. Alternately, you may register your warranty on our Internet web site, www.vintagekeeper.com. When you make a warranty claim, you must forward a copy of your original dated bill of sale to establish your date of purchase.

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR UNIT
Customer service and warranty problems are handled online at www.vintagekeeper.com. You will find a comprehensive well documented and easy-to-use solution to almost any question or problem you may have. The inquiry forms are filled in on-line and connect you to our representatives who will process your requests for warranty service. This is the quickest way to solve your problems. If you do not have access to the internet you may call us from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST, to request a WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION KIT. We can fax or mail it to you. You can fill in the enclosed REQUEST FOR RETURN AUTHORIZATION CODE form and return it by mail or fax. We can then promptly process your claim.

REPLACEMENT?
At our option we may choose to offer you a replacement part or product rather than a repair. Upon your authorization to accept a replacement unit and with appropriate security (credit card authorization), we will promptly ship a replacement unit. The replacement may be a unit that has been reconditioned by VINTAGE KEEPER INC. The unit that needs service must be packed and returned to us, shipping prepaid. Upon its receipt, we will release your credit card security. Go online to the SUPPORT section on our web site at www.vintagekeeper.com to request warranty service.

REPAIR?
If we determine that your unit needs to be repaired rather than replaced we will issue you a Return Authorization Code. Go online to the SUPPORT section of our web site at www.vintagekeeper.com to request warranty repair service. Please save the original packaging materials to facilitate shipment. Mark the Return Authorization Code clearly on the outside of the package, enclose a brief note describing the problem and send the unit, shipping prepaid, to VINTAGE KEEPER INC.

WHAT MUST YOU DO?
Your unit is designed to perform with a minimum amount of user maintenance when installed and operated precisely as directed in the manual. You are, however, responsible for the required user maintenance described in the manual, specifically, regular cleaning of the condenser coil and fans. Also, you must take steps to protect the unit from sudden power surges. As with any sensitive electronic device, your Vintage Keeper unit may be damaged by power surges or spikes, including lightning strikes, acts of god, sudden interruptions or prolonged low-voltage conditions, which are not covered by this Warranty. You must monitor your unit’s performance on a daily basis. If there is an apparent problem or “Alarm” condition, you must disconnect the power supply to avoid potential damage to your wine collection. It is your responsibility to insure your wine, and to take all reasonable and necessary precautions to safeguard its condition.

WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
This warranty covers only defects in materials and workmanship provided by VINTAGE KEEPER INC. and does not cover equipment damage or malfunction from misuse, abuse, accident, act of God, or any unauthorized alteration or modification. The product must have been installed and operated precisely as directed in the manual which accompanies each product. Improper return shipping, inadequate packaging or shipping damage is not covered unless the unit is packaged and shipped in accordance with Vintage Keeper replacement procedures. This product is not warranted for COMMERCIAL USE. Such usage will void any warranty. Third party servicing of this product during the warranty period will also void the warranty, as will any evidence of tampering or alteration to the serial number and or the original dated bill of sale.

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR ARE YOUR ONLY REMEDIES
YOUR ONLY REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF YOUR ELIGIBLE PRODUCT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
NEITHER THIS WARRANTY NOR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE ONE-YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL VINTAGE KEEPER INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING SPOILAGE OF WINE, EVEN IF VINTAGE KEEPER INC. KNOWS OR IS INFORMED THAT SUCH DAMAGES ARE POSSIBLE. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO INSURE YOUR WINE, AND TAKE ALL REASONABLE, NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO SAFEGUARD ITS CONDITION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NO RESELLER IS AUTHORIZED TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY. ANY ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OFFERED BY A RESELLER IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THAT RESELLER.

SERVICE AFTER YOUR WARRANTY EXPIRES
If your unit requires service after the one-year warranty period expires, you may have it serviced locally by any qualified HVAC technician, or you may purchase a new unit at a special discount under our Extended Warranty Program. Please be ready to provide model, serial number, credit card number and a copy of your original dated bill of sale. In addition, repair service is always available direct from us at flat rates below the prevailing charges for local service. However, using our Extended Warranty Program for units under 5 years old will always be a preferable solution to returning a unit for repair. Go online at www.vintagekeeper.com to request Repair Service or see our Extended Warranty Program.

ASSEMBLED UNIT