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Safety Precautions 

APPLIANCE SAFETY  

Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us.  

 

 

 

This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards 
that may result in serious injury. All safety messages will follow the Safety  
Alert Symbol and either the words” DANGER” or “WARNING”.  

 

Danger means that failure to heed this safety 
statement may result in severe injury or death.  

 
Warning means that failure to heed this safety 
statement may result in extensive product dam-
age, serious injury, or death.  

 
Caution means that failure to heed this safety 
statement may result in minor or moderate injury, 
or property or equipment damage.  

 

All safety messages will alert you to know what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the 
chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.  

 

IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES

 

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as 
described in this manual, please read the manual carefully. To reduce the 
risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic 
precaution, including the following:  

 

 

 

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Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do 
not use an extension cord. 

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Do not use if the power supply cord is damaged. If damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electri-
cian. 

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It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided. Use receptacles 
that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain. 

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Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids or harsh chemicals. These fumes can create a fire 
hazard or explosion. 

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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the appliance or 
any other appliance. 

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Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure to unplug the appliance.  

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Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug with wet hands. 

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Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in 
this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. 

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your appliance, follow 
these basic precautions 

Summary of Contents for WC-181DA

Page 1: ...e Cooler 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 Model WC 181DS WC 241DS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WC 181DS WC 241DS ...

Page 2: ...ble of Contents PAGE Safety Precaution 3 4 Parts and Controls 5 Introduction Technical Data 6 Installation 7 8 Operation and Controls 9 10 Care and Maintenance 11 Troubleshooting 12 Warranty Information 13 ...

Page 3: ...o reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using the appliance follow basic precaution including the following Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet do not remove grounding prong do not use an adapter and do not use an extension cord Do not use if the power supply cord is damaged If damaged it must be replaced by a qualified electri cian It is recommended that a separate circuit servi...

Page 4: ... is not intended for use by young children or physically challenged persons without supervision assistance Young children must be supervised to ensure safety around this or any appliance Do not use solvent based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior These cleaners may dam age or discolor the interior Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas Clearance between the doors and between the doors...

Page 5: ...oor Hinge 16 Upper Zone Air Intake Filter 7 Bottom Door Hinge 17 Bottom Zone Air Vent 8 Small Leveling Leg for WC 181DS Regular Leveling Leg for WC 241DS 18 Bottom Zone Air Intake Filter 9 Tempered Double Pane Glass 19 Air Vent 10 Door Seal 20 Condensation Tray WC 181DS WC 241DS WC 181DS 4 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelves WC 241DS 6 premium stainless steel trimmed scalloped shelve...

Page 6: ...l Range Upper Zone 54ºF 66ºF Bottom Zone 46ºF 66ºF Upper Zone 54ºF 66ºF Bottom Zone 46ºF 66ºF Shelves 4 chrome shelves 1 zone divider 6 chrome shelves 1 zone divider Unit Dimensions 14 W x 20 25 D x 25 75 H 14 W x 20 25 D x 33 5 H Packaging Dimensions 16 25 W x 22 D x 27 75 H 16 25 W x 22 D x 35 75 H Net Weight 33 5 lbs 46 5 lbs Gross Weight 37 25 lbs 53 lbs TECHNICAL DATA Whynter Thermoelectric W...

Page 7: ...c coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption For best performance do not install the appliance behind a cabinet door or block the base grille Extreme cold ambient tempera tures may also cause the appliance not to perform properly Avoid locating the appliance in area that may be exposed to excessive moisture Plug in the appliance into an exclusive grounded wall power outlet Do not...

Page 8: ...ys grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When moving the appliance be careful not to damage the power cord EXTENSION CORD Because of potential safety hazards it is strongly recommended that you d...

Page 9: ... We recommend using a carpenter s level to check the machine Note The WC 181DS has 3 large leveling legs and 1 small leveling leg under the door hinge while the WC 241DS has 4 large levelling legs 1 Place a carpenter s level on top of the product to see if the appliance is level from front to back and side to side 2 Adjust the height of the feet as follows Turn the leveling feet to the right to lo...

Page 10: ...lug in the wine cooler and set the desired temperature PREPARING FOR STORAGE If the wine cooler will not be used for a long time or is to be moved to another place it will be necessary to defrost the unit and dry the interior 1 Disconnect the wine cooler from the power supply by removing the power plug from the wall socket 2 Leave the door open to allow for air circulation and to prevent mold mild...

Page 11: ...nce Turn the adjustable legs up to the base to avoid damage Tape we recommend using painter s tape the door shut Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during transportation and protect the exterior of appliance with a blanket or similar item PREPARING FOR STORAGE If the appliance will not be used for a long time or is to be moved to another place it will be necessary to defros...

Page 12: ...of contents has been added to the appliance The door is opened too often The door is not closed completely The door gasket does not seal proper ly Decrease or increase the ambient room temperature To minimize internal temperature fluctua tion do not add large amount of contents at once Close the door tightly and do not open the door too frequently or for a long period of time Ensure the door gaske...

Page 13: ...age caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION O...

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